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Where is it jamming? Is the battery itself swelling or is the heat distorting the plastic surround? If the latter it might be a relatively easy fix (the opposite of the oft quoted epoxy solution - the file). I’ve only had genuine Canon in mine and so far it’s been fine (but never on or recording for more than 30s at a time I guess). Not ideal...

I have one of these. I’ve never worked out how a device which is basically only two arms manages to poke me in the eye, bruise my elbow, knee and shin and generally cause me intense vexation...

So, I now have a Red. Apart from the steep learning curve with Android (trying to switch that bl@@dy assistant off was a challenge) it is a superb device. The 3d (H4V)? It can be totally stunning. Absolutely amazing. Even to the point I flinched when a chopstick popped out of the screen. It can also be ghastly and nauseous. It is critical to get the screen in just right place so sharing the experience is difficult (although I do have two thanks to Jim - titanium to be delivered in due course). No idea if it’s the start of something massive. Will it change cinema or photography? Who knows. But get it right and it is an experience like no other. Definitely worth the wait.

Hi Zach - great news about the photography class! Well done & welcome back. You’ll need to catch up on the Pocket 4k thread... T

Presumably if I attend a football match in Germany the ticket contract will state that by attending I am giving my permission to appear in photographs or TV within the ground?

In terms of how a court would interpret and apply the law I think you are correct. But as I understand it, the problem more concerns automated software which identifies those iconic landmarks (photos and videos) and takes action (deletes them or bans the user) with little opportunity to challenge it.

I’m hoping to record a speaker* in front of a green screen. I’m using a Kessler second shooter to add a bit of movement and either the BM micro or new P4k. So far so good. But the sound... I’m thinking of the Zoom F1 plus lav kit (based on convenience and price (£175)). Does anyone know if that’s a sensible solution? I don’t want to complicate things anymore than necessary. There are no time pressures and things can be redone so it’s not critical single take stuff. Advice and alternative suggestions appreciated... * building a portfolio of University lecturers summarising (marketing!) their courses in a more innovative way than simply writing a list of “learning objectives”

Isn’t there a difference here? The DJ asked and you said yes. That is essentially you granting a licence/permission to use your cinematography. And even tho’ there was neither a financial component nor a formal legal agreement it certainly had the most basic and important element: respect. In contrast, did anyone ask Pink Floyd? I think your point about the freedom of artistic expression is valid - but plagiarism, copyright infringement or pirating detract from that. My own experience is irrelevant because only a handful of people will ever see my videos but that notwithstanding I enjoy the process of finding new music to suit (using Audio Network) and paying to use it. That - in a trivial way - rewards and hopefully motivates the musicians to keep exercising their artistic expression. I think it also allows my viewers (the crowd of four) better opportunity to experience (see and hear) the holistic work rather than focus on a well known piece of music. There is a problem - not so certain what the solution is...

@BTM_Pix we’re about to do something the great Alistair Cook never achieved...

If the footage I’ve seen so far is badly graded by people who don’t know what they’re doing then I’m delighted. I can’t grade like an expert either so it proves even I have hope of achieving a decent image. Expert (often cynically defined as someone who has been doing it badly for a long time) and professional quality stuff isn’t too important for people like me as it’s always going to be out of reach... But I take your point!

The weather? The score deserves a chapter in the Holy Book... Super image of the Spanish flags.

I had a similar experience (albeit ordered soon after it was announced). I emailed them to ask for an approximate shipping date and it was dispatched immediately.

Ha! Call that slo mo? Try this: https://newatlas.com/worlds-fastest-camera-10-trillion-fps/56744/

Hi Jeff, I'm very much in agreement with you here. I shoot a lot of travel films in northern Finland (personal hobby use not commercial). They are slow paced, tranquil and relaxing. Nothing really “happens” but (in my opinion) they represent the vast arctic landscape. I tend not to include people. The films I’ve made of the aurora borealis are similar - they are long and things happen slowly with a few moments of rapid “dancing”. And no drone footage (I actually cancelled an order for the Mavic 2 Pro because I realised I didn’t really want the footage although it would be fun flying the drone). I liked your video (and music was appropriate)

If I get stuff that good once my Hydrogen arrives (next week hopefully) I’ll be delighted. I’ll need to work on my board technique...

My batteries pop in and out easily enough. I get enough practice...

And I think you’ll be delighted that circumstances pushed you in this direction!

At least I’m not worried about battery life... my cFast card (128Gb £275) records for three minutes (UHD raw uncompressed 60fps). And I’ve got six Canon LPE6s so I should be ok. Said in jest, obviously. I’ll never record uncompressed raw. And I have 2 500Gb T5s on order. But the other half did seem pleased that she wouldn’t have to sit through more than 180s of my cinematic holiday films!

I have a Miller Air Solo 75 - super tripod and fluid head. I use a Kessler quick release base plate to Arca Swiss.

There are three function buttons. You can set them to toggle a setting or do a preset. With the BM interface there is really no diving into a menu - it is so intuitive and easy to use. Certainly one of cleanest and efficient interfaces of any device. Possibly a consequence of only having limited options available (cf Sony A7x) but that notwithstanding the interface just works.

Perhaps. But that doesn’t give anyone on here the right to condemn him. Especially based on rumours less well evidenced than the specs of the A7S3. Focus on his abilities as a film maker and life will be happier for all. (superb review of Mavic 2 Pro on Bloom’s site)

Waiting... ...for the skills so I can fully utilise what I already have.

Although the last time I locked myself out of my home and needed to text my wife I was pleased I didn’t rely on my Sony rx100...

I don’t see anything to indicate that screen is anything special in terms of glass. I’d have thought it would be an advertised feature if it was gorilla glass or similar? Might have missed it however! It’s s pity it doesn’t have a plastic cover of sorts because there is a lot of surface area to scratch.

I’m think this or the Panasonic 42.5 f/1.2 equivalent for the P4k but from your experience the Olympus sounds like a good choice. I want to try the AF - usually use Voigtlanders.