Rob Manning
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Hi Sergio,
In the old days, even now, a slate is used at the beginning of the take. That clap (now time stamped depending on the slate) is how editors marked the beginning of a segment.
Using an HD enabled DSLR, this can be accomplished by hand synching the audio frames and actions to the recorded sound.
Different NLEs offer online tutorials of how to move timeline audio manually or, have a synch capability built in that matches up audio signals.
Audio like a human fingerprint, has a distinct wave form signature and is never the same twice, so clips are analized then lined up.
Plural Eyes (Red Giant software) is a plug in with a pretty robust tool set which can synch disparate sound sources for not a lot of money.
HTHs
Rob Manning
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Hi Kevin,
The D600 does record at 4.2.2 like the D800 etc.
Sub sampling is part of the design and also like Steve, I’m unable to locate the threads, but memory tells me it is at 8 bit.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chroma_subsampling
I’ve been working with a DP on two different documentary projects and he doesn’t care about direct SSD capture BTW, he simply “up-rezes” in post so to each his own.
Thanks,
Rob Manning
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Hello Pam,
Will you be shooting in clubs, ambient light etc.?
The D750 actually has a newer processor than the D800, the D4S and the D800 (I own the D3S, D800 and the D7000) so at 24MP it matches the MK3 (up to 12,800 ISO) at a lot less of a cost.
As noted, which lenses do you already own?
For stills, there is an ever pointed debate that Nikon’s have a better dynamic range than do Canons.
So, to sum it up, the D750 can now be considered as a replacement for the ubiquitous 12 MP D3S as the stills go to for wedding and non-flash shooters even with a burst of only 6 FPS. That is saying a lot.
https://www.rossharvey.com/reviews/nikon-d750-review
As projects progress this year, I’ll likely buy the D750 as Camera ‘A’ given that the one stop difference between the D800 and the D810 is negligible at 36 MP, at least for fine art landscape work.
Then again, I’m invested in over a dozen Nikon G, D and older (modded by Steve’s Camera in Culver City) primes and zooms so that makes my decision easier.
These guys grudgingly have to hand HD enables DSLR crown for mirrored camera to the D750. At least for the next 15 minutes or so. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZeT-5Qnh1k
Have fun, no matter the choice.
Rob Manning
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Hi Brandon,
Follow focus: https://www.hondogarage.com/index.php/product/landing/follow-focus
Tripod, there are numerous affordable video tripods with fluid drive heads out there.
Sure (Manfrotto etc.) are good, but then you need the head and the advantage of video tripods, even those in the one to two hundred dollar range is they usually have a stabilizing triangular brace between the legs, that (depends on the build) can support a shot bag in the wind etc. The more expensive Manfrotto does have this set up but costs north of $800 US.
Some do not extend past 60″, so check the height specs but, for first time out, the difference in cost is worth it, bang for the buck.
I say this owning two Manfrotto fiber tripods, one Manfrotto fluid head, a BH55 rig from Really Right stuff but for most shooting (pan and tilt) I use a generic video tripod as described.
HTHs
Rob Manning
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Hi Jeff,
That is 4.2.2 @ 8 bit.
OK on the link, not that important really.
The D810 so far, and the D750 even more so seem to have the current lead for h.264 based formatting.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZeT-5Qnh1k&list=UUqpOf_Nl5F4tjwlxOVS6h8A
Near the end, their Canon guy, has to ‘like’ the D750.
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Hi,
The D7100 has am HDMI out correct?
That will output 4.2.2 as I recall which seems to be as good as it will get and technically, comes in as a pro codec so I’m not sure I understand the “Nikon’s boss” comment, nor have I been able to source it during a cursory search. If you have a link, I’m interested.
Using the Star is fine when running iJOBS Pro Res but does not include AVID’s DNxHD or CineForm (Now GoPro) codec schemes.
I discussed shooting direct to SSD using my D-800 with the DP on a documentary we are about to do and he said just to use the on camera h.264, because he would up-res it in post anyway.
Cuts both ways then, or so it would seem.
Have fun!
Rob Manning
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Hello Andreas,
As far as Nikon and video are concerned, the D810 exceeds other iterations, including the D4S because of the density even at the 2MP file level of 1080 video. That’s my logic anyway.
I shoot a D7000 and the D800 ongoing for small venue work (music) and when the budget allows the D810 will be added to the locker.
We will add the D810 because of the improvements including a lower base ISO, the expanded higher ISO (akin to my D3S), Zebra stripes in LV, in camera adjustments to lighting as film is rolling and so on.
This video spells it out well enough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYQ4_8P5zDY
There are other ungraded test shot videos on YT as you may have seen
Other than say the Sony A7 series, the Panasonic or the BMD for 4K and because almost any content being shot within a production budget is down scaled (down rezed?) from a number of high end devices, (RED etc.) staying with my herd of Nikkor glass collected since the D90 hit and NOT having to use a Meta Bones or other adapter to change from ‘F’ mount, is key.
Should an event or shoot arise which demands a 5k camera, then surely we can rent. Until such time, the D810 stands above the other Nikons and Canons in the under $5,000 realm, at least for 1080 based content.
This is my opinion, others may have differing viewpoints.
HTHs
Rob Manning
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Hard decision, contact this guy : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Escalante
He does a legal show on air in SoCal.
I’d bet, the Dad ‘thinks’ they have a deal somewhere and this moment in the sun may well be over before it’s on tap for tour dates etc.
Does he think that Vine , Snap and YT will not (do not?) have purloined (unattributed, unlicensed) takes of his kids before he makes it to the parking lot?
He may be right, after all he’s a stage dad but as mentioned, I’d bet that your doc has more legs than his trio.
Drop their set then, and use other acts.
Just ‘sayin.
RM
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HI Javier,
8 Core means slightly older MAC correct? (I’m not a MAC user)
If so, and forgive if this sounds pedestrian but are you running the files from the OS drive?
If so, use another drive for playback, see if that helps BUT, as you note, there is an issue with the footage on the camera, so it might be something Nikon should address, either through a dealer (did you buy it brick and mortar?) or the supplier (B & H etc.)
You could also check in with the NIkonians.org forum, under D7100 and ask the question there though there is a separate forum for DSLR Video on the site as well.
Perplexing indeed.
We have four Nikons, not the 7100 but have no issues in this regard.
The latest file for firmware is here, although the issue you are having is not mentioned in the details: https://support.nikonusa.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/18539/session/L2F2LzEvdGltZS8xNDA2NzkwNzgwL3NpZC83Vzd3SkUtbA%3D%3D
Good luck,
Rob Manning
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Steve’s latest post is spot on and, Canon does a good job now with dual point AF on the newest cameras as long as you also have the new lenses designed for that but, both Nikon and Canon use in lens motors for AF which is no match for Sony of Panasonic, which resolve in camera software, or CPU.
Note Steve’s caution about lenses without a fixed aperture, repairing the exposures from a lens like that can take hours, if not days in editing. IN practice (I’ve been there) it may not be repaired at all which gives way to the artsy, B & W overlay on certain clips.
Camcorders use phase detection to help acquire focus, HD enabled DSLRs use contrast detection so say a bright blouse, or dark suit walks through the scene (shot) when on Auto, that changes exposure values, as does using a kit zoom as Steve pointed out.
You seem intent on a crash course with Canon but as a caution, we agree you may be better off in the rush for time, to borrow or rent a HD DV cam, tripod and external mic.
If, you have time, learn to shoot the 7D as noted, and do some practice runs, otherwise the results may not be up to your client’s expectations, or your anticipated results.
Shooting DSLRs for video, does assume certain techniques be applied, tripod mount, lens choice, manual operation etc.
Good luck, however you take this on.
HTHs
Rob Manning