[Bill Magac]

There is a chart on page 8 of the EOS C100 brochure showing that the default 850 ISO is the “base sensitivity” for Canon log. The chart indicates you can keep a wide dynamic range up to ISO 20000. Below is a link to the brochure on Canon’s web site.

https://downloads.canon.com/cinemaeos/EOS_C100_Brochure.pdf

[Bill Magac]

Tom,

I am also considering purchasing a PMW-200 or BMCC. One thing that has not been mentioned is the camera’s sensor sizes. The PMW-200 has a 1/2 inch sensor whereas the BMCC has a larger micro 4/3 sensor. With a larger sensor the BMCC will offer a shallower depth of field if needed. As a former still camera wedding photographer in the pre-digital days, shot weddings with a Mamiya RZ, depth of field can make a big difference in the look of your wedding footage. I am also considering the updated Panasonic AG-AF100A 4/3 camera, which retails for around $4,100.00 USD. The Panasonic camera offers an “enhanced 8-bit 4:2:2” output, which Panasonic advertises as 10-bit. Also, with the proper adapter, you may be able to use your existing lenses. I was once advised to buy a camera that meets 80% of your needs and rent a camera for the remaining 20%.

Good luck,
Bill

[Bill Magac]

Erik,

The AF100A brochure and owner/operator’s manual are now available online at:

https://www.panasonic.com/business/provideo/AG-AF100A.asp

On page 13 of the AF100A brochure, the SDI output paragraph states “*10 bit signal is generated by smoothing process. It is not a native 10 bit signal.” Looks like the AF100A’s so called SDI 10-bit 4:2:2 output is not a true 10-bit 4:2:2 out.

Bill

[Bill Magac]

Adorama has the AF100A listed on-line for $4135 USD.
https://www.adorama.com/PCAGAF100A.html

Recently I was speaking with a sales rep at a pro video store and the sales rep hinted Panasonic may be introducing a super35 sensor camera at NAB. At this time, Panasonic does not have a camera that competes with the super35 cameras from Sony and Canon.