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can Panasonic HM-150 shoot in Standard def?
This may be a silly question but am new with my 150 (from a dvx)
can I use this camera to shoot in standard def? for instance if the output will be to standard DVD and I want to edit “quicker”?
CHeers,
Gilles
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5 Replies
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Nope but really the difference in data rates and ‘quickness’ is minimal. And an HD source will result in a better quality standard definition DVD. Not too mention you’ll be able to do things like scale shots up to 200% while still maintaining quality.
Noah
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Thanks Noah,
Good point on the scaling.
my concern re: quickness was related to my CPU working hard and editing not being as fast as it used to be when I was using SD with my DVX100. (Sony Vegas)
I was looking for a way to work more efficiently if i’m shooting for the web or DVD.
Gilles
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Yeah that’s what I mean- AVCHD HD vs. DV standard definition is very similar data rates. You wouldn’t see a night and day difference.
Noah
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Hey Noah,
Strange as I do see a big diff between avchd (hmc150)and DV (dvx100) editing. avchd, from my research is known to be a hog on CPU and requires a hefty one… not so with DV.
agree?
Gilles
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I suppose it all comes down to system processor. I have a MacBook Air and I routinely cut AVCHD projects in FCP. But your mileage may vary. I’d invest in more RAM or what have you vs shortchanging your projects by shooting SD.
Noah
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