[Dan Hyman]

The visual difference between 1/3″ and 1/2″ chips is huge. The EX1 was the first camera we had that I considered professional, and we were using all 3-CCD 1/3″ chips before that.

The biggest difference is 4:2:2 and 50mbs. Much better color and room for correcting that color in post.

[Dan Hyman]

How about $4500.. I have them selling as a pair for $9299

[Dan Hyman]

Hi Michael,

Good points all around. To answer your question, the FS700 has been heavy use since we got it. I used
to use the EX1 for everything, with a 2nd as a backup, and also for 2 person interviews (rare). When I wanted to use my Canon L’s, I got the Letus Extreme. Clunky, but worked well. So I got the Mark II, then traded up for the Mark III. Different animal, amazing image, but challenging for event coverage with lenses and audio (Hn4, etc)

Now when I have event coverage work, I’m torn and need to use what I’m most comfortable with. The EX1 (200) structure is much easier for on-the-go shooting.

If you or anyone has any info, sample footage, etc on the EX1 vs 200 comparison, I would love to see it.

I just don’t like the idea of having (2) EX1’s sitting there. They are amazing cameras and I know someone could put them to good use. IF I did need a run and gun camera, I’m thinking replacing the 2 with a 200 would be a decent move..

[Dan Hyman]

Thanks Michael.

The reason I like an attached lens, 1/2″ cam is because for real run and gun, event coverage or on the spot shooting, the EX1’s (200) are better options. No fiddling with different lens and a rocker control that works (right now the one on the FS700 is disabled).

I guess it brings me to another tech question. The FS700 shoots an amazing picture at 24mbs, but the 200 shoots 50mbs… I can’t help but wonder about the color and clarity comparison. I know the sensors are different but the EX1 quality is still superb.

I think I’m going to sell the EX1’s, get one 200 and a lens. Sorry for thinking out loud.

Anyone interested in a pair of EX1’s with the latest firmware updates and both with Juice Design base plates?

thanks
Dan

[Dan Hyman]

I switched to Premiere CS6 and it’s ok. I know it’s going to fall on deaf ears but hang onto FCP 7 as long as you can. It was as close to a perfect, simple, pro editing solution as you’re going to get.

I’ve found Premiere is good, it’s ok.. but it’s “sticky” and “clunky”.. how’re those for pro terms?
You can change the settings to get close to FCP 7, but there will be a learning, well adjustment curve