I’ve been delving into the depths of the internet over the past few weeks; reading about everything from ultra high speed video camera comparisons to the best post production workflow for the 5DMKII to FCP. One of the best resources I’ve found is Prolost, the site of filmmaker Stu Maschwitz. The blog is generally about filmmaking, with a heavy lean on post production techniques, typically as it relates to DSLR equipment.
You may have already heard of it, but as was true for The Strobist a year ago, I had not and am very glad to have discovered such an informative resource. I came to Prolost by way of an article on color correction called Memory Colors. It’s not a ‘how to’ by any means, but puts forth some interesting information on the theory behind color correction and manipulation.
With the release of the new (now fixed) firmware for the MKII, it’s been hard to escape the buzz. Finally the MKII can shoot 24p! (In case you don’t see why this is awesome.) Of course now I am lamenting the fact that it can’t do 60fps (all of a sudden I had the urge to get some really smooth slow motion). Maybe next time.
Yo Alex,
it would appear that 60fps was actually in the firmware and they removed it due to some heating problems. ALOT of people are asking for it by emailling Canon directly. It is this kind of widespread customer feedback that even got us the 25p. A good site to learn about the firmware and all other things 5D is http://www.cinema5d.com
The firmware section shows you how to contact Canon and add your request for 60fps. I have a feeling they WILL add it in the future if enough people request it.
Stu’s a great resource. I’ve learned a ton from his book/blog over the years.
I love that 60fps is available on my 7D, but the downsampling of the image and resulting moire problem sometimes offset the buttery-smooth slow-mo. You just have to be mindful of what it is you’re shooting.
You can’t really complain though with what you get for under $2k. I can remember paying close to twice that for a Sony VX2000 almost 7 years ago for an image nowhere near as nice.
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http://www.flickr.com/photos/duplexalmeria/4465226048/
Well, that’s all.
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Man have you sent me down a rabbit hole. There goes my day.
This is great stuff. Thanks.
Cannon just released a plugin for FCP that lets you convert 5/7D footage into prores using the log and transfer tool.
http://www.usa.canon.com/dlc/controller?act=GetArticleAct&articleID=3249
the link to the plugin is near the bottom. I started using it recently and its very nice to not deal with compressor for the conversion.
Great write up on Stu, by the way, I’m also a huge fan of his.
you should def check his book out the DV rebels guide. it’s a great read and resource
Doesn’t the D90 shoot at 24p?
Stu’s message is a great one for designers, photographers, and filmmakers alike:
if it doesn’t help tell your story, it probably doesn’t need to be in there.
Cheers!
Marc it does shoot 24p, but it’s also Motion JPEG codec and only 720p, with the worst jello I’ve seen.
Great write up Alex. It’s good to show these great filmmakers and teachers that the internet isn’t full of haters. Some of us are appreciative of the knowledge guys like Stu, Philip Bloom, and Shane Hurlbut deliver. Nice site btw.
Please also look into Philip Bloom – this guy has made many waves in the HDSLR world – http://philipbloom.co.uk/