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HDX900 video out
So far our new HDX is as advertised – quite a capable piece of gear. Having touble setting up a feature that I really want, though: on the SDX you can set the video out tap to display the viewfinder signal. Extremely helpful, particularly with crane work, to see the zebras on the monitor so you can ride the iris under changing light. The HDX doesn’t have this video out (or monitor out) feature. Has anyone found a workaraound?
thanks,
mh
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9 Replies
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Yeah,
It’s called hire a qualified DIT or video controller along with the necessary gear (ie paintbox and HDSDI waveform monitor) and you are all set to do it the proper way.
Even if you cannot afford to hire the talent then at least rent a portable HDSDI waveform monitor and mount that to your jib or crane for exposure decisions.
Tony Salgado
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Thank you, Tony. I guess I now know how to do it properly. I’m happy to know what it’s called.
mh
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I believe you can try a Steve Lucas VF Breakout Box. Try Plus 8 digital.
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That unit is currently only for Sony cameras and will spit out analog component from the viewfinder.
However since it is a unique item from P8 it is generally only available when you rent their camera gear also.
Tony Salgado
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May i ask what lens you chose for you HDX? I’m on the fence between several.
Tom Miller
Big Pictures
Denver, Colorado
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Any and all.
Canon, Fuji, Zeiss it all depends on the job, budget, rental house as well as specific application.
Tony
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Tom –
I have a Fujinon HA16X6.3ERM.
mh
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Thanks, MH. Are you happy with that lens? Does it seem to serve your purposes on the long and wide sides??
Tom Miller
Big Pictures
Denver, Colorado
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Tom –
It’s only been a few weeks, but so far I like it a lot. It is in a sweet little pocket between the 7.6, which wasn’t wide enough for me, and the 4.5, which didn’t go out far enough. A bit heavier than I’m used to (compared to my 7.6X18 SD lens)but not bad. Has a good ergonomic feel and is really sharp. After shooting with the 7.6 for a few years, the extra coverage at the wide end is really nice. Finding a 107mm protective filter for the front element was an adventure in back order. Not a common size, it would seem. All things considered, I’d go for this one again.
mh
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