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Forum: Stabilizers (Steadicam etc.) October 27th, 2003, 02:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,054
Posted By Charles Papert
Nick: The JR monitor has anti-reflective...

Nick:

The JR monitor has anti-reflective coatings that allow one to see an image in daylight better than the LCD on the camera. Additionally, being center-mounted you can see it from more angles....
Forum: Stabilizers (Steadicam etc.) October 27th, 2003, 02:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,664
Posted By Charles Papert
The JR gimbal assembly is too small, intricate...

The JR gimbal assembly is too small, intricate and customized to be able to be repaired, I believe, Jeff. It's much easier just to screw the assembly off and replace it.

The gimbal on my full-size...
Forum: All Things Audio October 27th, 2003, 01:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,052
Posted By Charles Papert
I just sent mine in for service, it was...

I just sent mine in for service, it was experiencing intermittent problems somewhat similar to those you describe. They replaced an RF board in the transmitter. It may be worth calling them, they put...
Forum: Techniques for Independent Production October 27th, 2003, 01:00 PM
Replies: 11
Fog
Views: 2,145
Posted By Charles Papert
Gotcha. Yeah, I can think of a few movies that...

Gotcha. Yeah, I can think of a few movies that this would be applicable to--thinking of the smoke lazily drifting up with blues music on the soundtrack, etc.
Forum: Stabilizers (Steadicam etc.) October 27th, 2003, 12:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,664
Posted By Charles Papert
The JR uses sealed bearings, I believe. I...

The JR uses sealed bearings, I believe. I replaced the gimbal assembly on mine years ago and was astonished at how inexpensive it was, but I can't remember the figure.
Forum: Stabilizers (Steadicam etc.) October 27th, 2003, 12:23 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 17,299
Posted By Charles Papert
In that the Magiqcam is somewhat reverse...

In that the Magiqcam is somewhat reverse engineered from a Glidecam, they are similar units; but the Magiqcam is less expensive, and that is a major factor for most of the readers of this forum.
Forum: Canon XL1S / XL1 Watchdog October 27th, 2003, 12:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,456
Posted By Charles Papert
So, Dan, what did you do exactly? Use the regular...

So, Dan, what did you do exactly? Use the regular AC adaptor for the XL1 and plug that into the cradle for the B&W viewfinder? And that's a no-no?! I thought I had done that before. Also, I can't see...
Forum: Canon XL1S / XL1 Watchdog October 27th, 2003, 12:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,645
Posted By Charles Papert
Nothing is intentional, it's just physics--the...

Nothing is intentional, it's just physics--the difference in size between a 1/3" CCD and a 35mm image. The P+S Technik, by utilizing a ground glass, preserves the focal length/field of view of the...
Forum: Canon XL1S / XL1 Watchdog October 27th, 2003, 12:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,069
Posted By Charles Papert
I too use the Century .7x adaptor. It would be...

I too use the Century .7x adaptor. It would be nice if the .6x was a full zoomthru, but like Dean I tend to leave the adaptor on much of the time and considered the need to have to pull the adaptor...
Forum: Stabilizers (Steadicam etc.) October 24th, 2003, 12:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,034
Posted By Charles Papert
Optimal results for most stabilizer arms are when...

Optimal results for most stabilizer arms are when both sections ride just below horizontal, requiring one to lift slightly to achieve horizontal. Once you put the rig on, take a few steps, boom the...
Forum: Techniques for Independent Production October 23rd, 2003, 11:59 PM
Replies: 11
Fog
Views: 2,145
Posted By Charles Papert
Ted, for what it's worth, I've never heard of a...

Ted, for what it's worth, I've never heard of a specific character being required to smoke on-screen because it will add smoke to the scene, thus lowering contrast (is this what's being...
Forum: Final Cut Suite October 23rd, 2003, 02:57 PM
Replies: 1,516
Views: 287,801
Posted By Charles Papert
I tried to find the answer to this on the Apple...

I tried to find the answer to this on the Apple site with no luck, perhaps Jeff or Heath or someone can chime in.

I bought the new 15" Powerbook a few weeks ago. Would I be eligible for a...
Forum: Techniques for Independent Production October 22nd, 2003, 09:17 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 43,643
Posted By Charles Papert
Regarding the above: agreed.

Regarding the above: agreed.
Forum: Photon Management October 22nd, 2003, 01:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,725
Posted By Charles Papert
The Honda "putt-putts" come in two flavors that I...

The Honda "putt-putts" come in two flavors that I have seen: the 6500 watt and 5500 watt that are rated at 50 and 40 amps respectively. The smaller one should accomodate your package as listed...
Forum: Photon Management October 22nd, 2003, 10:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,911
Posted By Charles Papert
Another option if angling the net is not possible...

Another option if angling the net is not possible (in a backlit situation, for instance) is to flag it off with a solid, which would necessarily have to be of a similar size or at least cover the...
Forum: Techniques for Independent Production October 22nd, 2003, 10:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,788
Posted By Charles Papert
Do you by any chance have something that shows...

Do you by any chance have something that shows more background? The big challenge with day for night is the wide exterior shots--that's usually where the "give-away" occurs.
Forum: Canon XL1S / XL1 Watchdog October 22nd, 2003, 12:28 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 14,407
Posted By Charles Papert
It would appear to deliver a bit more than 2x...

It would appear to deliver a bit more than 2x magnification if compared to a 16mm focal length, 4x (plus) magnification compared to a 35mm motion picture focal length. 7.2x is 35mm still camera...
Forum: Techniques for Independent Production October 22nd, 2003, 12:25 AM
Replies: 11
Fog
Views: 2,145
Posted By Charles Papert
Particulate matter in the air, be it mist or...

Particulate matter in the air, be it mist or artificial fog, can help with the "filmlook" in various ways. One, it lowers contrast overall. Two, it creates the appearance of depth because the further...
Forum: Stabilizers (Steadicam etc.) October 22nd, 2003, 12:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,034
Posted By Charles Papert
Hi Tom and Brad. The subtlety of balancing a...

Hi Tom and Brad.

The subtlety of balancing a rig is that it makes a definite difference in your operating whether you achieve dynamic balance or not. here's...
Forum: Photon Management October 20th, 2003, 06:46 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 16,535
Posted By Charles Papert
Dailies??! I'll be happy to see those...

Dailies??! I'll be happy to see those go...knowing what you are getting when you're getting it is not only convenient at the time, it means not having to take additional time out of your life the...
Forum: Photon Management October 20th, 2003, 04:20 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 16,535
Posted By Charles Papert
Digital video has a very different exposure curve...

Digital video has a very different exposure curve than film, and has the benefit of instant feedback via a monitor. The "zone" system really doesn't apply with DV, and each camera has a different...
Forum: Canon XL1S / XL1 Watchdog October 20th, 2003, 04:16 PM
Replies: 1,969
Views: 579,477
Posted By Charles Papert
Chris: You may find much information on both...

Chris:

You may find much information on both these subjects by searching the database here.

Briefly, and in my opinion:

For outputting to film, a 24p camera has a certain advantage in that...
Forum: Sony TRV950 / PDX10 Companion October 19th, 2003, 12:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,127
Posted By Charles Papert
If you are not able to adjust the presets within...

If you are not able to adjust the presets within the camera to where you like it, you can try tricking the white balance by holding gel in front of the lens while setting the balance. For a greenish...
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods October 18th, 2003, 11:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,282
Posted By Charles Papert
The 1/4" format I remember was under the...

The 1/4" format I remember was under the Technicolor name, probably late seventies, early 80's. Didn't last long.

I think we're off subject!
Forum: Alternative Imaging Methods October 18th, 2003, 01:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,282
Posted By Charles Papert
I think the first cameras I ever used were...

I think the first cameras I ever used were Vidicon (do you think the Sony EIAJ reel to reel format cameras, the little red cigar box ones, were Vidicon? I would think so)...then I remember the 1/2"...
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