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Bet it will have built in 9:16 & 4:5 & 1:1 ratios for easy social sharing. (last week I was working on a high end film shot on a 5:4 ratio!!)

That is brutal. Just to get a basic yearly income he'll have to do two each and every week! And that includes: marketing to find new clients, onboarding them, doing the preproduction, doing the shoot itself, doing all the postproduction himself (otherwise that eats into profits) and delivery!

Yeah music videos have bad budgets, but at least they're only half a day long to perhaps maaaybe as long as a four day shoot. But a feature film will be 10x as long!

eh, if you're rolling for hours (days even!) covering some random small business conference in a hotel that's only going to be put on YT (or perhaps even only used internally) then 8bit is perfectly fine.

Follow Noam Kroll: https://noamkroll.com/ He talks a lot about making films in that general budget range. I'd say the key tips are: Everything on the cheap. A short shooting schedule. Doing a lot of it yourself (even perhaps all of the post!). Sometimes he'll even OMB then entire shoot. Or just have merely an extra crewperson or three, no more. Personally if I was given US$30K and told to produce a feature film then: 1) I'd find someone to direct it for free 2) leads would have nothing up front (maaaybe if we could get "a name" for half a day, we'd pay for that. But realistically, that isn't possible on this budget. But depends on what your connections are) 3) find a keen aspiring DoP wiling to shoot it "for the reel" (who will use their own camera gear, or mine). Have a second keen aspiring "DoP" -ish person who can work under the actual DoP as the B Cam Op. Won't be too reliant upon the B Cam, but extra coverage might save us in the edit, as we won't be slowing down to get that during the normal shoot itself. (yeah, shooting multicam will screw over the Sound Dept, but that's going to be me... I'm ok with that compromise. Plus I will have the absolute power on the film set that if I need to say "no, we can't shoot this scene for sound with multicam" I will be listened to and obeyed. Thus that reduces a lot the risks and downsides of shooting multicam) 4) have a couple of keen film students as PAs / Unit / LX Assists / Grips / Boom Op / etc to give extra helping hands, I wouldn't count upon them showing up or being moderately competent, but if they are then that is a nice bonus. 5) make a tough decision about if we can afford paying a token amount to a 1st AC and/or a Gaffer and/or Boom Op 6) work myself "for free" as the Sound Mixer (I know this not an option most people have, and normally you'd have to prioritize this above paying a 1st AC or Gaffer), as I'd be doing this just to get a successful production and a substantial producer credit on my IMDB (and maybe something for me on the backend too, if this project succeeds) 7) shoot it under two weeks, preferably in under a week 8 ) lean hard on the director and/or DoP to be doing their own editing / color grading / VFX for free themselves (or taping into their network to find someone). For example, ideally this film has no VFX, and the director might do the edit, and the DoP will do the color grade.

Oh look, the Camera Dept is finally catching up with the Sound Dept in caring about the RF environment and doing scans! https://www.newsshooter.com/2023/03/21/arri-hi-5-sup-2-0/

In the long run people can no more ignore the laws of economics than they can ignore the laws of gravity. But dpreview would have made a tonne in commissions / affiliate fees from the sales they sent to Amazon (ok, maybe not heaps of Z9 sales, but lots of sales in total none the less). I'd have hoped they could have kept costs under control enough so that dpreview wouldn't have been shut down, as it should be easy to keep a site with dpreview's history profitable. Hard decisions might have needed to have been made, but it would've been very doable.

Does it? Does it really??? I personally would choose a FX30 over a FX3. Now if it was FX3 vs FX6? For sure, I'd argue in favor of spending more.

From Newshooter:

A so called "full frame" prime will not behave any differently than a S35 prime.

From a historical big picture perspective then the FX30 is a lowlight MONSTER! And for single cam productions, then yeah even "studio work or a bigger crew" then the FX30 makes sense as a B Cam. (certainly is so when compared to say the Fujifilm or Panasonic mirrorless, or even the Blackmagic Pocket)

Eh, it's not that many at all! And adding in even a few criteria will quickly narrow it down. Consider just adding any one of these criteria: Want a mirrorless mount? That eliminates the P6K. What any type of photo capability? That eliminates 2/3rds of them. (same conclusion if you make IBIS a criteria) Want NDs? That eliminates all but the P6K Pro.

Same, covid lockdown gave me a lot of time on my hands to rethink life while we couldn't work and were locked up at home. Makes me reassess my spending priorities (although I certainly still have far too much money tied up on gear, and still spending too much! But I guess... less so than before??? Maybe) plus general life goals and what I'm doing with my life at the moment. Kinda living a mid life crisis right now (or as my sister recently kindly called it: "a quarter life crisis"), so have gone back to university to study stuff for fun that I enjoy (and still juggling working in the film industry too! A bit stressful, but that's ok, I'm enjoying all of it).

True true, damn Canon at it again with their cripple hammer!

In a blink of an eye we're going to enter the "Web 4.0" era within a few years, when there is more AI written content on the internet than there is human written content. And you won't be able to tell the difference.

If you don't need to ever work in a professional setting or with other shooters / productions, then I'd be giving serious consideration as well to: P4K, P6K Pro, Z Cam E2-M4, Z Cam E2-S6, Fujfilm X-H2S, Panasonic S5mk2

bummer, I was hoping for a FX6 with a FX30 sensor in it

Because the FX30 has greater appeal to professionals? As it is the perfect camera to shoot as a small additional camera alongside a FS7/F5/F55/FX6/FX9/VENICE (and there are very few shooters of these cameras on this forum, as a percentage of the whole).

I think if you look at the content of the scenes they're perhaps on average a little more ambitious? Got any tips and advice?

MANY things! Timecode. SDI outputs. Reliability. Internal NDs. More recording options. etc etc etc etc But for many people these extra factors don't matter to them. However, for many professionals these would be deal breakers for these to be missing.

https://www.esquire.com/entertainment/movies/a43358888/no-budget-movies-era/

Amazon purchased dpreview 16yrs ago!! I think dpreview had a good run, lasted far longer than any of the naysayers back then would have predicted. I was chatting with the gal I'm dating tonight and I mentioned Everquest and she just had this totally blank look, that was an "oh sh*t I'm old" moment for me.

With ChatGPT (using the GPT4 model) I got: As of my knowledge cutoff date in September 2021, Andrew Reid, the filmmaker behind the popular camera and filmmaking blog EOSHD, has not been involved in any major controversies. However, it's important to note that my information might be outdated, and it's possible that he has been involved in controversies since then. Reid is known for his opinions, reviews, and advice on various cameras and filmmaking techniques, as well as his active presence on social media. While some of his opinions may be divisive, they don't necessarily rise to the level of a controversy. It is always best to do up-to-date research and fact-check any new information you come across. I tried it again, maybe I was just unlucky that first time, and got this: As an AI language model, I do not have real-time information, and my knowledge was last updated in 2021. As of then, there weren't any significant controversies surrounding Andrew Reid, the filmmaker behind EOSHD (EOS HD Video). Reid is known for his work in the field of DSLR video and his contributions to the online filmmaking community. EOSHD is a popular blog and forum focused on DSLR video, mirrorless cameras, and cinematography. However, it's essential to keep in mind that controversies and public opinions can change quickly. I recommend checking the latest news and sources to get the most current information about Andrew Reid and any potential controversies he may have been involved in since 2021.

I thought I'd go ask it to give me a post for this thread..... In 2023, the ARRI Alexa Classic might seem like an oldie, but it's still a goldie! Let's dive into why it could be your go-to camera: Unbeatable Image Quality: This gem captures breathtaking visuals, boasting rich colors, a high dynamic range, and fabulous skin tones. It's cinematic magic rivals the latest models! Built to Last: ARRI's rock-solid construction means the Classic won't let you down, whether you're on a sweltering desert shoot or filming in the pouring rain. Budget-Friendly: Since it's older, the Classic's price tag is kinder to your wallet. It's perfect for indie filmmakers, students, or pros who want top-notch quality without breaking the bank. Accessorize to the Max: Compatibility with a vast array of lenses, matte boxes, and more means you'll be ready for any creative challenge! Seasoned Pro: The Classic's star-studded résumé is packed with top-tier film and TV projects. With a supportive user community, you'll never be stuck without help or advice. Keepin' Up with the Times: ARRI doesn't leave their classics behind—they still roll out firmware updates to enhance your camera's features and functionality. Familiar Territory: Already an ARRI pro? The Classic's intuitive interface makes switching between projects a breeze, ensuring that signature ARRI look throughout. However, it's worth noting that the Classic might not have all the bells and whistles of newer cameras. Plus, spare parts and servicing could become harder to find. Weigh these factors, and you'll know if the ARRI Alexa Classic is your ideal camera in 2023.

https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/education/131490591/te-pkenga-tells-academics-not-to-say-words-like-staff-students-or-treaty-of-waitangi This was in the news today, apparently all of NZ's polytechnics (which are kinda like Community Colleges in America?? If they also offered full length degrees, and even postgraduate qualifications such as Masters degrees) have to now refer to their students as not "students" but "learners". wtf??? I love that song! It's been in my music playlist I often play on the weekend during pre-drinks.