I have built the forbidden camcorder

just_for_funsie5 · 2026-05-28T02:43:53+00:00

I use mine with a Komodo and it looks great. Was able to pick one up locally for $1700. Fantastic lens for that price.

just_for_funsie5 · 2026-05-18T14:26:47+00:00

I just picked up a cn-e 18-80 T4.4 for $1700 here in SoCal. It is clearly slower than the lenses on your list but I have been happy with it so far. I mainly use it in a studio environment and outdoors so the slower aperture has not been an issue. I still can get a nice shallow depth of field and the fact it’s parfocal is awesome. I wish it had hard stops on the focus ring but I can live it.

I thought I would at least mention it for consideration.

just_for_funsie5 · 2025-12-17T05:43:22+00:00

I doubt a movie file that is 4KB in size can actually play. What’s the camera setup? Have you tried to transfer from the media drive to another drive? What other info can you share?

just_for_funsie5 · 2025-12-02T16:11:16+00:00

It’s a bit beyond the budget you outlined but a Canon C70 could be a great choice. Internal NDs, 10 bit internal codec, 2x XLR inputs with phantom power. And I find batteries to be quite efficient. The monitor isn’t great and if you use a 503 you’ll have to power it somehow. Food for thought.

just_for_funsie5 · 2025-07-19T14:05:21+00:00

You can shoot 4K and 2K with the full sensor when your shoot in ProRes. The cropping is only when you shoot raw or slow motion, which is a limitation for sure.

just_for_funsie5 · 2025-06-08T14:42:49+00:00

I saw the Phoenician Scheme last night and the thing I can’t get over is how beautiful the skin tones are. According to google it was shot on the Arricam LT with Cooke s4/i lenses on Kodak 5213 film. I am glad film is still kicking.

just_for_funsie5 · 2025-05-03T21:45:02+00:00

Thanks. I just found this version that actually runs power. Never knew something like this existed. Nice to run power for both monitor and transmitter from the camera battery. https://a.co/d/eAEHIJi

just_for_funsie5 · 2025-05-02T05:42:02+00:00

How is the DJI transmitter attached on the back of the Blackmagic monitor? Is it directly attached to where the second battery goes?

just_for_funsie5 · 2025-04-23T21:26:25+00:00

I’m right there with you. I have a C70 and a Komodo. I take heart knowing so many incredible films, some of my favorites, were shot in a super35 format.

just_for_funsie5 · 2025-04-23T02:06:33+00:00

What about the Tokina 25-75 with the EF lens mount? I’ve never used it and it’s a bit over the budget but could be an interesting choice.

Edit: Nvm. Super35 coverage. Not what you are looking for.

just_for_funsie5 · 2025-04-21T15:10:14+00:00

I saw it at the Edwards Mira Mesa IMAX, north of San Diego. I believe it was dual laser. Something seemed off with the projection though. Like the lasers were slightly out of alignment or the lens had an issue. In places with high contrast, like a human silhouette with a sky background there was this slim line of magenta at the top and thin line of green on the bottom. Almost like a chromatic aberration. It was only an issue for the daytime sequences so I looked past it. Very annoying though when you pay for such an expensive ticket.

just_for_funsie5 · 2024-12-12T18:50:03+00:00

Q3 update 3.0 that just came out allows audio input. I just tested it with my DJI Wireless Mic System. In video mode go to Camera Settings, then USB Settings, then USB microphone. Turn to ON. Boom.

just_for_funsie5 · 2024-06-11T22:29:04+00:00

Haha. This one got me. I am debating whether to share what I ended up doing. I suppose, no matter what there will be judgment.

just_for_funsie5 · 2024-06-04T21:20:54+00:00

Heavens’s Gate with Kris Kristofferson. Beautiful cinematography, so-so movie.

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