Jonathan Ziegler
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Nope. I think compact flash is slightly more stable (maybe 1%), but SD cards are really cheap right now (places like supermediastore.com sell class 10s for less than $1/gig). I’ve only lost footage on an SD card once (T2i). I’ve never lost footage from a CF card (7D and 5D). Doesn’t mean it can’t happen, tho.
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If you’re asking if you can copy the files from CF card to external drive, the answer is yes. I don’t have the 5D, but the folder structure should be the same – files are in /DCIM/100CANON/ folder. Grab MOV and THM files. If you are using FCP plugin from Canon to transcode, it should still read from the copied folder as long as the THM files are there.
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Talk to a lawyer. Nobody here can give you legal advice.
I will say this:
It depends on the shoot and it depends on the client and what they’ll do with the video. Or what you will do with it.
When you agree to shoot an event you need to make sure you have something in the contract that basically says you are shooting the event and the event organizer is responsible for any and all applicable copyright or licensing; client retains ownership of the video when you are done and is basically paying you to shoot the video, edit it, and provide X number of copies and your involvement ends there. Basically, you are putting the onus of copyright on the client – this is similar to what printers must do since they don’t have the copyrights. Again, talk to a lawyer to protect yourself.
For schools, you really don’t need to do that since educational institutions have a broader interpretation of how material can be used (I’m not a lawyer), but it doesn’t really extend to your DVDs and copies of those DVDs. Your protection is that you don’t own the video and claim no ownership to the DVD (you are just recording it for the client not making copies for your use) – those rights are assigned to the client when the video is done. Sort of like a work-for-hire, but you are an independent contractor not their employee (calling something work-for-hire doesn’t make it work-for-hire and won’t protect you so be careful of terms – hey, talk to a lawyer).
For weddings, have the bride and groom to be include something in the invitation or somewhere at the wedding/reception premises that there will be video, that their likeness will appear on video, etc. Get as many releases as you can (at least the bride and groom, wedding party, minister, etc.). Talk to a lawyer.
Finally, since you’re not doing anything with the video when done other than make copies, you are essentially acting as a “printer.” Its the customer’s responsibility (often the DJ in these cases, too) to obtain any and all copyrights and licensing. Again, talk to a lawyer. Your original post sounds like you have been reading too many blogs. Pay the $ and talk to an IP (intellectual property) attorney (may even get a free consultation – ask the attorney) – tell them you have general questions. If you are doing this for profit or there is money involved, don’t take chances, talk to a lawyer.
Jonathan Ziegler
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Targeting Rectangle or Square should work fine.
Jonathan Ziegler
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Actually, its the sensor itself that generates the most heat. Memory procedure will also add heat (I dropped a lot of heat by using class 10 cards instead of class 6), but I’ve overheated in the video preview mode just trying to get the shot right. If you can, get the 7D – its the same basic camera as the T2i, but has 2 DIGIC chips instead of just the 1. Also, with the pro-chassis, I have fewer troubles with the 7D.
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Yes they overheat. The T2i is especially prone to heat. Running continuous, you will shoot for only 20-30 minutes before the sensor will overheat. If you are running Magic Lantern it may be shorter as it causes additional processor drain, battery drain and a hot sensor. Keep a fan nearby so you can cool off the camera.
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Make sure you have a lawyer who understands US copyright law and make sure the contract calls for a license and not a copyright transfer. This is a situation where your lawyer will be able to help you a lot.
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It’s a Frankencamera! Why is there a tripod with the handles? The whole thing looks flimsy, too.
Jonathan Ziegler
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Beat me to it! 😉
I’m a huge fan of the Alzo CFLs. I’ve used these with clamp lights, BUT I usually need to get a socket extender as the Alzo CFL lights bump into the aluminum clamp light dish and don’t make contact. You can also create your own or just remove the clamp-light dish. Bonus with the CFLs: very little heat and nice, soft daylight-balanced light.
Jonathan Ziegler
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I have switched to the Sima Quick-connect unit for my lighter camera work and DIY rigs:
https://www.amazon.com/Sima-Quick-Connect-for-Tripod/dp/B00006JQ6C
It’s a $12 unit and I just bought 3 so I could get free shipping.
Jonathan Ziegler
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