F900 – How Long Will It Be Viable?

[Bill Paris]

John,

I hadn’t thought about the impact Pro Res via Final Cut would have on the HDCAM work flow. I saw the Red Camera 2K footage (Originally shot in 4K) at the Apple booth at NAB this year and it was quite impressive. They had a wipe between the 2K and the Pro Res files and you really couldn’t see any difference from a normal viewing distance.

Thanks you for your insights on HDCAM and the shelf life of the F900. I’m going to make a decision on the camera by the end of the week. I want to make sure my EPK gig is 100%going to happen before pulling the trigger. Thanks again!

bp

[Digital Antics]

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[Bill Paris]

Digital Antics,

Thanks, but the project will be spead out over two months and the shoot days will be a day here and there. We’re shooting a behind the scenes project for a film. I have access to a couple 900s locally, which I’ve used quite often for shoots but I can’t always count on them being available. It’s a tough rental situation due to the nature of the project, which is why I’m looking to buy a used camera. Thanks anyway!