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Forum: Sony HVR-V1 / HDR-FX7 July 12th, 2007, 11:57 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 11,617
Posted By Ron Chau
Maybe it's just me, but I'd be very disappointed,...

Maybe it's just me, but I'd be very disappointed, especially for such an expensive lens. I would return it and buy the much cheaper Raynox.
Forum: What Happens in Vegas... July 12th, 2007, 01:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,553
Posted By Ron Chau
There are a bunch of threads over on Sony's own...

There are a bunch of threads over on Sony's own Vegas board about this.

I haven't thouroughly tested it myself, but the general consensus I read is, if you keep your editing to one generation on...
Forum: All Things Audio June 29th, 2007, 03:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,909
Posted By Ron Chau
Thanks Guy. That's a good demo. I just...

Thanks Guy. That's a good demo.

I just placed my order.
Forum: All Things Audio June 29th, 2007, 09:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,909
Posted By Ron Chau
Edirol R-09 and lavalier mic

I've decided to get an Edirol R-09 recorder and a lavalier mic.

Someone recommended the Countryman lavalier. Stupid question. Countryman lists the B6 with 3.5mm connectors, but multiple models...
Forum: All Things Audio June 28th, 2007, 07:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,318
Posted By Ron Chau
Not to record audio only. Record it...

Not to record audio only.

Record it separately from the video/camcorder in an attempt to get better sound. I know to get the best audio the mic needs to be close to the subject. Since I will not...
Forum: All Things Audio June 28th, 2007, 03:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,318
Posted By Ron Chau
How does an audio recorder such as the Zoom H4 or...

How does an audio recorder such as the Zoom H4 or Edirol R-09 compare ?

I'm looking to pick up dialog for interviews. I was thinking an audio recorder might give me more flexibility and make the...
Forum: Canon VIXIA Series AVCHD and HDV Camcorders June 28th, 2007, 05:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,865
Posted By Ron Chau
Just wondering if a audio recorder might work...

Just wondering if a audio recorder might work better ? Something like the Edirol R-09 or the Zoom H4. I could put it right near the subject or use a small mic/lavalier.
Forum: What Happens in Vegas... June 27th, 2007, 10:14 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,676
Posted By Ron Chau
PIP fade transition

Never mind. Forgot about individual clip fade.
Forum: What Happens in Vegas... June 24th, 2007, 02:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,951
Posted By Ron Chau
What exactly are you trying to do with the final...

What exactly are you trying to do with the final output file ? Do you want it compressed but look good ? Do you want it uncompressed ?

When you tried wmv, did you experiment with the different...
Forum: What Happens in Vegas... June 24th, 2007, 12:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,951
Posted By Ron Chau
try project settings, hdv 1080 60i, then try...

try project settings, hdv 1080 60i, then try render as, mainconcept mpeg-2, template, hdv 1080 60i
Forum: Sony HVR-V1 / HDR-FX7 June 23rd, 2007, 07:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,785
Posted By Ron Chau
I'm just a hobbyist, so my eye's are not as...

I'm just a hobbyist, so my eye's are not as critical as most. Although I like the lens and especially the price, I can see some not being happy with the softness.

I like to post sample clips...
Forum: Sony HVR-V1 / HDR-FX7 June 21st, 2007, 12:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,785
Posted By Ron Chau
Is there a .3x lens out there that doesn't barrel...

Is there a .3x lens out there that doesn't barrel distort ? I would think that is hard to find and very expensive.

I shoot underwater video for a hobby, so this lens should serve me well.
...
Forum: Canon VIXIA Series AVCHD and HDV Camcorders June 21st, 2007, 09:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,448
Posted By Ron Chau
I think the SPL is pretty limited on depth too. ...

I think the SPL is pretty limited on depth too.

Guess it depends on what your intentions are. Underwater a few feet for snorkeling and the like ? Or undewater as in scuba ?

The Ikelite and...
Forum: Sony HVR-V1 / HDR-FX7 June 21st, 2007, 08:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,785
Posted By Ron Chau
Raynox MX3062 semi fisheye

Having been impressed with my Raynox .7x W/A lens, I decided to give their .3x semi fisheye a try. Super wide has always intrigued me, but the price tag, distortion and resolution loss has kept me...
Forum: Canon VIXIA Series AVCHD and HDV Camcorders June 19th, 2007, 08:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,448
Posted By Ron Chau
Underwater conditions frequently fool camcorder...

Underwater conditions frequently fool camcorder auto modes. Don't underestimate the importance of access to manual controls.


For example, manual white balance. Shoot some footage indoors, with...
Forum: Canon VIXIA Series AVCHD and HDV Camcorders June 10th, 2007, 04:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,996
Posted By Ron Chau
I went with a 26" because 32" would have been a...

I went with a 26" because 32" would have been a little too big for my desk.

If I was to go 32", I'd look at the Toshiba.
...
Forum: Canon VIXIA Series AVCHD and HDV Camcorders June 10th, 2007, 02:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,996
Posted By Ron Chau
My video card has a 2nd output. This works...

My video card has a 2nd output. This works better than the video output on my mother board. I bought a DVI to HMDI cable and a 26" LCD Sony HDTV. It works great.

I debated between an LCD HDTV...
Forum: Sony HVR-V1 / HDR-FX7 June 3rd, 2007, 07:37 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 22,409
Posted By Ron Chau
Aperture was F6.2. Why do you ask ? Do...

Aperture was F6.2. Why do you ask ?

Do you know of an easy way to get these aspheric lenses in the US ? I've seen the links you provided. One was in German, and the others did not look like...
Forum: Canon VIXIA Series AVCHD and HDV Camcorders June 2nd, 2007, 10:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,630
Posted By Ron Chau
The Sony underwater housing is only meant for...

The Sony underwater housing is only meant for casual use at shallow depths of 17 feet or less.

If you are a diver, you will want something more serious that gives you access to more controls,...
Forum: Sony HVR-V1 / HDR-FX7 June 1st, 2007, 02:42 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 22,409
Posted By Ron Chau
Did another brick test. Raynox vs standard...

Did another brick test.

Raynox vs standard lens. But with the standard lens on, I positioned the camcorder further back to match the area covered.

I think this is a better test to compare...
Forum: Sony HVR-V1 / HDR-FX7 June 1st, 2007, 08:20 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 22,409
Posted By Ron Chau
Uh, I guess you didn't notice the file names. ...

Uh, I guess you didn't notice the file names.

"Standard.jpg" is just the camcorder lens.

"raynox.jpg" is with the raynox lens attached.
Forum: Sony HVR-V1 / HDR-FX7 May 31st, 2007, 07:44 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 22,409
Posted By Ron Chau
I took Tom's advice and used a brick wall for...

I took Tom's advice and used a brick wall for testing.
Forum: Sony HVR-V1 / HDR-FX7 May 25th, 2007, 05:48 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 22,409
Posted By Ron Chau
I guess we all have different acceptance levels...

I guess we all have different acceptance levels when it comes to barrel distortion and resolution.

That's why I like to post and see people's sample pics and/or videos.

For $150, I'm happy...
Forum: Canon VIXIA Series AVCHD and HDV Camcorders May 24th, 2007, 07:59 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 25,790
Posted By Ron Chau
There is another older post in the FX1 section...

There is another older post in the FX1 section with sample pics of the Century non zoom through. It was either a .5x or .6x, I don't remember. But I do remember the pic. Big time barrel...
Forum: Canon VIXIA Series AVCHD and HDV Camcorders May 22nd, 2007, 06:28 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 147,302
Posted By Ron Chau
I don't get any vignetting with my HV10 and...

I don't get any vignetting with my HV10 and Raynox 5050 on the viewfinder or on a 16x9 TV.

For me, critical viewing and finished product viewing will be on an HDTV not a PC, so if it vignettes a...
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