Darrell Boeck
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I’ve used B&H for years and started there. I think I will try eBay. I just hate to spend 50% what I spent on the camera. Besides, I love traveling light, with as little gear as possible. Right now, I can show up to a shoot, by myself, with just one trip from the car. A matte box will be something else I need to try to fit in the bag. 🙁
Lately I have been showing up with my Sony EX1 around my shoulder as I run around shooting b-roll with the DSLR. At least they know I have a couple camera choices. 🙂
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One thing to consider about the 12 minute recording time: For an interview, you would likely be recording the audio on a separate recorder, so at least that will continue recording. Yes, you do need to fill the video hole with b-roll, but it is a work around.
There is no video difference between the 7D and T2i. The differences are for still photography only.
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Will,
Be careful. If you want to continue to succeed, you must open your mind to changes. Was it difficult for you to switch from tape based editing to non-linear? I bet it was, but it was worth it, was it not?
I have been in this business for over 20 years, and I work very hard to make sure I stay current and not get stuck in a rut. I just cannot be one of those guys who are afraid of change. I know a still photographer who insists on shooting on film and refuses to go digital. He swears it is better, but his business is really hurting. He is afraid of the technology and admitting the facts.
Last year, I purchased two Sony EX1’s at about $8,000 each. I have a lot invested in them so I want to use them. A few months ago, I purchased a Canon SLR, with lens, for under $2k. I cannot believe the picture quality. I have recorded interviews with both cameras, side by side, and I use the EX1 for audio only and as a back up because I am still afraid of using the SLR alone. But the look of the SLR is just incredible. Today, I shot with the SLR behind a teleprompter. It looked so strange to me having such a small camera behind that mirror, but the results were amazing. I was in a small room, the subject was about 6 feet from the lens, and the background was a wonderful blur. You must try it sometime.
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Hi Richard,
Can you educate me on the use of a matte box? I have never used one, but everyone seems to consider it a necessity. For me, if I plan to use a filter, I would much rather apply the look in post. It is easier to add a filter in post than remove one if you shot with one in front of the lens, and later decide not to use it. I can see the advantage of removing lens flair, but matte boxes are very expensive and there seems to be other ways to protect the lens from lights.
Some of my best work comes from being discrete and working with a small camera. Matte boxes prevent all that. I am often attaching my camera to a light stand to get high creative b-roll, or down at the floor, or on an inexpensive slider. If I had a matte box, I just do not think I would ever use it.
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When you press the shutter half way down in video mode, the camera is looking for contrast to auto focus. If it does not have enough, it is going to increase the gain (iso) to aid in focusing. When it is complete, it will return to your setting.
I do use the exposure guide on the bottom of the screen, but only as a guide. I really wish this camera had zebra or a histagram.
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You can save a TON of money by looking into used Nikon glass from the 80’s. All you need is a $10 adapter to attach it to the T2i. I picked up a 50mm f1.4 for $62 and it is fantastic.
Consider generic batteries for the T2i from eBay. I picked up a few and they are just as good as the Canon brand. I think I paid about $10 each.
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> Land some jobs and pretty soon you’ll be buying more glass (and perhaps a 7D or 5D mark ii body).
What is the advantage of the 7D vs. the T2i for video work? From what I understand, the video specs are the same (same chip, codec, etc). I understand the shutter is more robust, but for video work, that is not important. I have never even held the 7D, so I may be clueless…
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I got the Canon 17-55, 2.8. It is expensive at about a grand, but wonderful. It will remain at 2.8 as you zoom.
Get ready for the faster glass to be heavy. It has a sturdy feel vs. the stock lens.
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Take a couple pictures of a blue sky. One with the aperture wide open, one with it more closed. If the spots change in size and sharpness, it is dirt on the sensor.
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Thanks for any help!