ex1 package

[Craig Seeman]

Getting two to four 32GB SDHC cards (nearly 2 hours recording time on each) may avoid offload in the field. My concern about offload in the field is both the needs for laptop and increased chance of human error during offload. One must ensure the reliability of the SDHC cards though.

I do use a 15″ MacBookPro with built in Express port but now that’s only available on the 17″ MacBookPro unless of course you want to get a Windows Laptop. Personally I think Laptop plus Offload in the Field is a dangerous combination.

Two 32GB SxS cards will be about $1700.
Four 32GB SDHC Transcend Class 6 cards with MxR type adaptors will run a little over $300

Laptop risks include:
Risk to Laptop itself
Risk while removing cards from camera during shoot
Risk of file damage during offload if rushed/not checking carefully
Risk when deleting clips on laptop
Risk of laptop or other hard drive crash
Risk of formating wrong card in camera
People will swear up and down that they’re careful but it only takes ONE accident to lose laptop, lost master clip, need to reshoot, lose client. It’s just WAY TOO MANY points of failure for me.

[David Masterson]

good points….thank you

[Craig Seeman]

Meant to say 4 32GB SDHC cards about $600. 2 32GB SDHC about $300.

Given the cost of a good laptop and the risks involved I’d even consider 2 SxS cards over a laptop but 4 SCHC could give you nearly 8 hours of continuous recording and if under 4 hours, no card change at all.

[Michael Palmer]

Craig makes a good point here and it is much safer to copy the media back in the office.

But I never go on location without my MBP 17″ 2.4 Intel. I don’t always need it however it is a great tool to take with you for coping media, reviewing footage away from camera, and even editing. I am convinced that the Mac Book Pro computers are a solid solution when working with the Sony EX CAMERAS.

Good Luck
Michael Palmer

[David Masterson]

Because the “tape-less” stuff is new to me I was thinking dumped to a laptop, reviewed, knowing its all there. Mostly just an archive unit / viewing is what I was thinking…but thats about 1000 for this unit( with 16 in.mon.) so for another 700 I do 2 32GB cards …. depending on camewra set choices wonder what I can exspect to see as far as filling these two cards up?
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[David Masterson]

is there a diff in cards…quailty…storage…sony vs sandisc etc

also…know any good video clips ” how to basics’ for the ex1

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[Craig Seeman]

Sony and Sandisk codeveloped SxS (Guess what the two S’s stand for).

As for SDHD that’s another matter. There seems to be changes in Sandisk vs Transcend and the latter is taking the lead of late. Then there’s Hoodman which is double the price and only 16GB (no 32GB).

There are two how to basic DVDs worth getting.
https://callboxlive.com/instructional-dvds/cameras/sony-ex1-guidebook.html
and
https://www.vortexmedia.com/DVD_EX1.html
https://www.vortexmedia.com/DVD_EX3.html
and this for paper
https://www.vortexmedia.com/FIELD_GUIDES.html

[Brent Dunn]

I have the Vortex DVD and the field guide. Sony actually will give you a field guide if you buy the camera this month along with a $500 gift card for their sony style shopping.

I’m happy with the Vortex stuff, very easy to watch and follow. It helps get things up and running fast and he makes the workflow clear. I use it as a reference now in case I forget something (brain getting smaller).

Get the Transcend 32 G cards. $109 and they have a package with a USB reader for plugging it into the computer for uploading. I had to order twice because they were limiting the orders due to demand.
They can be found at this price on NewEgg.com.

Brent Dunn
DunnRight Video.com

[Brent Dunn]

By the way, I just sold two of my PD 170’s to B&H Video. They buy used gear and you can get a free quote online. If the gear checks out, they contact you and send you a check.

I also sold a 94 Mustang that was sitting in my driveway for 2 years to buy the EX 1. Imagine that, a car for a camera…..something doesn’t seem to fit…hmmm. But, it’s the camera to have.

Brent Dunn
DunnRight Video.com

[David Masterson]

Transcend 32 G cards…?..Its starting to get confusing. Sony cards or after market cards…I was thinking two 16 gb cards would do but now I am thinking not…maybe two 32’s is better

I am still thinking that I might need the new laptop anyway to download when I am in the field…meaning back at the hotel
I like to think I shoot smart but shooting outdoor production, from fishing to sky diving, from dark to dark sometimes, I better be able to dump and reload… I have looked at storgae units but a tricked up laptop from B&H for a grand would give me 500 Gb hd to work with

I am open to sug. as this will end up being a ten-k investment for me

Thanks for any input in advance

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