Something BIG on OCT 20, 2009 from SONY

Forrest Burger · October 18th, 2009, 02:48 PM

Would Sony introduce a shoulder mount camera that records to disc in the EX codec?

Paulo Teixeira · October 18th, 2009, 03:49 PM

I have a feeling the EX1R wont be the only thing being announced.

Lest just say that I might be tasked to co-produce a very ambitious music video involving very bright Videographers and popular music artists. Since its very ambitious as is, I’m willing to include almost any new camera Sony decides to release. What are the chances of Sony giving me a test unit for about week? and that has to include a weekend (I know beggers can't be choosers).
I’m actually serious by the way.

Steve Elgar · October 18th, 2009, 04:48 PM

Something "BIG" huh ??.... Hmm..maybe SUMOCAM with JUMBOCHIPs ?

Gints Klimanis · October 18th, 2009, 05:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Steve Kalle

Unfortunately, all of the good Sony Alpha lenses do not have an aperture ring so they are rather useless for most types of video.

But there are many zooms that are also constant aperture, unlike video zoom lenses. Even those lenses with an aperture ring are not particularly smooth to adjust.

Damian Heffernan · October 18th, 2009, 06:08 PM

Quote:
Originally Posted by Damian Heffernan
No offence but I could say something like that to big note and never be proved wrong (I don't have any inside info BTW).

Yeah Damian, you could. But since anyone who knows me, knows that I'm not in the habit of spreading fertilizer on message boards. Especially one where I've moderated for a few years. You can believe me or not, your choice. The same can be said for Alister and a few others around here who have a close working relationship with Sony as early adopters of the XDCAM family.

Regards,

-gb-

Really meant no offence Greg. I'm certain yourself and Alister would be quite in the know as you're connected with the big guys in ways we're not for sure. I meant it's just frustrating for us bleeding edge types waiting even one more day for the goss. We need information now!

Theodore McNeil · October 18th, 2009, 06:43 PM

Philip Bloom Blog Archive Sony EX1r and something else coming on the 20th in Paris?

Phil Bloom has a link to a website that may have posted the specs of an "EX1r" early.

Mitchell Skurnik · October 18th, 2009, 09:18 PM

Sony Product Compliance Europe
Nothing there. nothing on the ftp

Alister Chapman · October 19th, 2009, 08:07 AM

At 9am UK time (8.00 GMT) tomorrow you'll be able to get accurate details about the real thing via my Blog. Not speculation or hearsay but real details. Can't say more until then.

Or you could come see me at the Televisual Roadshow in Bristol on Tuesday, Cardiff Thursday/Friday.
http://www.televisual.com/roadshow/

or the EXperience event in Dublin on Wednesday. Pre Booking required for either event!
http://www.eurotek.ie/Events/event.aspx?pageid=31

Gary Dugan · October 19th, 2009, 09:26 AM

Hi Alister,

Will the show in Dublin on Wednesday be showing any of the new EX camera's ?

Gary :)

Alister Chapman · October 19th, 2009, 09:35 AM

I can't answer that question. Sorry

Alister Chapman · October 19th, 2009, 09:52 AM

I do try to help this and other communities with honest advice, tips, workflows etc. I have given my time preparing free video tutorials, answering questions on the board publically or via PM's and even over the phone. I do feel that I have earn't the right to do a bit of self promotion. Besides which the information that I will post once the embargo is lifted will be accurate and correct and not based on speculation, unlike some of the other links that have appeared.

Paul Cronin · October 19th, 2009, 10:01 AM

I for one have always appreciated and respected Alister's input. And if you look closely at what you call "self promotion" it is full of useful information that will make everyone a better XDCAM shooter and beyond.

How about in the nose and out the mouth a deep breath for all of us and lets enjoy the announcement tomorrow.

Thank you Alister

My Sony gear had never let me down and I look forward to the next upgrade.

Trell Mitchell · October 19th, 2009, 12:15 PM

Here's what I'd like to see from Sony: An EX / XDCAM 3XX series Hybrid, This dream shoulder mount Camera would be capable of recording onto either SXS, Optical disc, or both simultaneously. If over-heating, or battery-life is not an issue, this camera would be idea.

Ed Quinto · October 19th, 2009, 01:57 PM

I'll play. I'd like...

Full frame DSLR-like camera with:
proper audio controls and connectors, full frame, sensor SDI or HDMI out, at least 35Mbit xdcam codec, no jellow like the current DSLR's, undercrank/overcrank, SD or CF card recording, small but better handheld ergonomics than current hybrids, able to use any canon, nikon, leica lenses.

That, would be BIG.

Tony Davies-Patrick · October 19th, 2009, 02:27 PM

That would be pure dreams and wild imagination, Ed... :)

October 18th, 2009, 03:49 PM	#77
Paulo Teixeira Trustee Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 1,773	I have a feeling the EX1R wont be the only thing being announced. Lest just say that I might be tasked to co-produce a very ambitious music video involving very bright Videographers and popular music artists. Since its very ambitious as is, I’m willing to include almost any new camera Sony decides to release. What are the chances of Sony giving me a test unit for about week? and that has to include a weekend (I know beggers can't be choosers). I’m actually serious by the way. __________________ https://www.youtube.com/user/PhotoVi...esEtc/featured https://www.pond5.com/artist/paulot

October 18th, 2009, 06:43 PM	#81
Theodore McNeil Major Player Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Centreville, Maryland Posts: 258	Philip Bloom Blog Archive Sony EX1r and something else coming on the 20th in Paris? Phil Bloom has a link to a website that may have posted the specs of an "EX1r" early. __________________ http://twitter.com/tedmcneil

October 18th, 2009, 09:18 PM	#82
Mitchell Skurnik Major Player Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Rancho Santa Margarita, California Posts: 201	Sony Product Compliance Europe Nothing there. nothing on the ftp __________________ Mitchell J. Skurnik http://www.mjcsstudios.com/ - EX1, 4x hoodman 16GB, Libec Tripod, Sony LAV

October 19th, 2009, 08:07 AM	#83
Alister Chapman Inner Circle Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Bracknell, Berkshire, UK Posts: 4,957	At 9am UK time (8.00 GMT) tomorrow you'll be able to get accurate details about the real thing via my Blog. Not speculation or hearsay but real details. Can't say more until then. Or you could come see me at the Televisual Roadshow in Bristol on Tuesday, Cardiff Thursday/Friday. http://www.televisual.com/roadshow/ or the EXperience event in Dublin on Wednesday. Pre Booking required for either event! http://www.eurotek.ie/Events/event.aspx?pageid=31 __________________ Alister Chapman, Film-Maker/Stormchaser http://www.xdcam-user.com/alisters-blog/ My XDCAM site and blog. http://www.hurricane-rig.com

October 19th, 2009, 09:35 AM	#85
Alister Chapman Inner Circle Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Bracknell, Berkshire, UK Posts: 4,957	I can't answer that question. Sorry __________________ Alister Chapman, Film-Maker/Stormchaser http://www.xdcam-user.com/alisters-blog/ My XDCAM site and blog. http://www.hurricane-rig.com

October 18th, 2009, 02:48 PM	#76
Forrest Burger Regular Crew Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 86	Would Sony introduce a shoulder mount camera that records to disc in the EX codec?

October 18th, 2009, 04:48 PM	#78
Steve Elgar Regular Crew Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Port Stephens NSW Australia Posts: 71	Something "BIG" huh ??.... Hmm..maybe SUMOCAM with JUMBOCHIPs ?

October 18th, 2009, 06:08 PM	#80
Damian Heffernan Major Player Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: c Australia Posts: 234	Quote: Originally Posted by Damian Heffernan No offence but I could say something like that to big note and never be proved wrong (I don't have any inside info BTW). Yeah Damian, you could. But since anyone who knows me, knows that I'm not in the habit of spreading fertilizer on message boards. Especially one where I've moderated for a few years. You can believe me or not, your choice. The same can be said for Alister and a few others around here who have a close working relationship with Sony as early adopters of the XDCAM family. Regards, -gb- Really meant no offence Greg. I'm certain yourself and Alister would be quite in the know as you're connected with the big guys in ways we're not for sure. I meant it's just frustrating for us bleeding edge types waiting even one more day for the goss. We need information now!

October 19th, 2009, 09:26 AM	#84
Gary Dugan Tourist Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Northern Ireland Posts: 4	Hi Alister, Will the show in Dublin on Wednesday be showing any of the new EX camera's ? Gary :)

October 19th, 2009, 09:52 AM	#86
Alister Chapman Inner Circle Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Bracknell, Berkshire, UK Posts: 4,957	I do try to help this and other communities with honest advice, tips, workflows etc. I have given my time preparing free video tutorials, answering questions on the board publically or via PM's and even over the phone. I do feel that I have earn't the right to do a bit of self promotion. Besides which the information that I will post once the embargo is lifted will be accurate and correct and not based on speculation, unlike some of the other links that have appeared. __________________ Alister Chapman, Film-Maker/Stormchaser http://www.xdcam-user.com/alisters-blog/ My XDCAM site and blog. http://www.hurricane-rig.com

October 19th, 2009, 10:01 AM	#87
Paul Cronin Inner Circle Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 4,048	I for one have always appreciated and respected Alister's input. And if you look closely at what you call "self promotion" it is full of useful information that will make everyone a better XDCAM shooter and beyond. How about in the nose and out the mouth a deep breath for all of us and lets enjoy the announcement tomorrow. Thank you Alister My Sony gear had never let me down and I look forward to the next upgrade. __________________ Paul Cronin www.paulcroninstudios.com

October 19th, 2009, 12:15 PM	#88
Trell Mitchell Regular Crew Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 37	Here's what I'd like to see from Sony: An EX / XDCAM 3XX series Hybrid, This dream shoulder mount Camera would be capable of recording onto either SXS, Optical disc, or both simultaneously. If over-heating, or battery-life is not an issue, this camera would be idea.

October 19th, 2009, 01:57 PM	#89
Ed Quinto Regular Crew Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Posts: 44	I'll play. I'd like... Full frame DSLR-like camera with: proper audio controls and connectors, full frame, sensor SDI or HDMI out, at least 35Mbit xdcam codec, no jellow like the current DSLR's, undercrank/overcrank, SD or CF card recording, small but better handheld ergonomics than current hybrids, able to use any canon, nikon, leica lenses. That, would be BIG.

October 19th, 2009, 02:27 PM	#90
Tony Davies-Patrick Trustee Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Worldwide Posts: 1,589	That would be pure dreams and wild imagination, Ed... :) __________________ www.WILDCARP.com www.NIKON.me.uk