Moving away from Pentax..?

clark · 08-18-2010, 06:46 AM

Originally posted by Fl_Gulfer

Just wait till next month and see what comes out at Photokina

if pentax deliver the goods on the video side, everything the 7d has with a few neat extras- improve the SR to work really well for video, use a proper video codec, and market the thing with affordable 'video lenses' (rebadges pentax M glass with great manual focus action and large apertures). Get a possitive review out of phillip bloom and all of a sudden indie filmmakers are shooting pentax instead of canon

Originally posted by georgweb

May be off topic but still, there is a digital film camera on my list now (no, they are not my friends or family), GoPro helmet version:

Very nice 1080p HD quality. I wonder if it's universally usable as a short film cam. Right now it is absolutely everywhere in action filming.

yeah that thing would make a great B cam as well as a POV cam, definitely worth picking one up

TaoMaas · 08-19-2010, 04:01 AM

Originally posted by clark

yeah that thing would make a great B cam as well as a POV cam, definitely worth picking one up

My co-worker who bought a Go Pro cam used it in a rappeling story yesterday. He strapped it to the helmet of the instructor and was able to get some killer shots of our reporter coming down the cliff. It definitely put you 'in the moment'.

johnmflores · 08-21-2010, 08:46 PM

Originally posted by John Poirier

Actually, I was being sarcastic, not rude.

What bothers me is your decision-making. I see it as a small example of the thoughtless consumerism that makes many of us wage slaves. It also contributes to the degradation of our planet, one tiny bad call at a time.

A month ago you bought a camera for which you had full access to specifications, reviews, and presumably a hands-on trial.

Now the camera just isn't good enough. The camera hasn't changed in the last month. You've changed your mind, which means you didn't do your homework properly in the first place. If your research was that lame, will you have the intellectual discipline to do good work with any kind of serious camera? That's where the cell phone comment comes from.

I think a bit of sarcasm is quite in order.

John

While I agree with some of your sentiment, John, I would not be so quick to judge and come to conclusions about the OP so quickly.

Phuey, now that we've established that you want to make short films instead of casual family videos, a video-capable dSLR may be the creative tool that you need. While the K-x is lacking in key areas, it may be good enough if you are just beginning on your creative journey, particularly if your on a tight budget. Get a fistful of fast manual focus primes on eBay and a good tripod and you're on your way. Work on the art of storytelling first. Take time to learn the technical, of course, but make sure that it is the means, not the end.

If your budget has opened up since you bought the K-x, Canon seems to be making the most waves with video, but don't discount Panasonic. The GH-1 is a solid first video dSLR. From what I've read it's actually one of the most video-centric, with features that videographers appreciate, like a well-regarded 14-140mm zoom that can AF silently while shooting video, a flip-tilt screen for framing unusual angles, external mic input, and the ability to mount a ton of older lenses via adapters. It's at the end of its product life so prices have dropped below $1k. Worth a look.

Good luck.

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Moving up in the Pentax family...what should I get next?	pk5	Troubleshooting and Beginner Help	6	06-24-2010 07:54 PM
Pentax Moving Forward... Into Space	denisv	Pentax News and Rumors	4	03-12-2009 06:46 AM
# 33 moving	Tex351	Post Your Photos!	0	05-29-2008 11:19 AM
Moving from Nikon to Pentax?	oakvilleonca	Welcomes and Introductions	1	03-05-2008 06:51 AM

08-18-2010, 06:46 AM	#46
clark Inactive Account Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 301	Originally posted by Fl_Gulfer Just wait till next month and see what comes out at Photokina if pentax deliver the goods on the video side, everything the 7d has with a few neat extras- improve the SR to work really well for video, use a proper video codec, and market the thing with affordable 'video lenses' (rebadges pentax M glass with great manual focus action and large apertures). Get a possitive review out of phillip bloom and all of a sudden indie filmmakers are shooting pentax instead of canon Originally posted by georgweb May be off topic but still, there is a digital film camera on my list now (no, they are not my friends or family), GoPro helmet version: Very nice 1080p HD quality. I wonder if it's universally usable as a short film cam. Right now it is absolutely everywhere in action filming. yeah that thing would make a great B cam as well as a POV cam, definitely worth picking one up

08-19-2010, 04:01 AM	#47
TaoMaas Pentaxian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Oklahoma City Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,574	Originally posted by clark yeah that thing would make a great B cam as well as a POV cam, definitely worth picking one up My co-worker who bought a Go Pro cam used it in a rappeling story yesterday. He strapped it to the helmet of the instructor and was able to get some killer shots of our reporter coming down the cliff. It definitely put you 'in the moment'.

08-21-2010, 08:46 PM	#48
johnmflores Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Somerville, NJ Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,361	Originally posted by John Poirier Actually, I was being sarcastic, not rude. What bothers me is your decision-making. I see it as a small example of the thoughtless consumerism that makes many of us wage slaves. It also contributes to the degradation of our planet, one tiny bad call at a time. A month ago you bought a camera for which you had full access to specifications, reviews, and presumably a hands-on trial. Now the camera just isn't good enough. The camera hasn't changed in the last month. You've changed your mind, which means you didn't do your homework properly in the first place. If your research was that lame, will you have the intellectual discipline to do good work with any kind of serious camera? That's where the cell phone comment comes from. I think a bit of sarcasm is quite in order. John While I agree with some of your sentiment, John, I would not be so quick to judge and come to conclusions about the OP so quickly. Phuey, now that we've established that you want to make short films instead of casual family videos, a video-capable dSLR may be the creative tool that you need. While the K-x is lacking in key areas, it may be good enough if you are just beginning on your creative journey, particularly if your on a tight budget. Get a fistful of fast manual focus primes on eBay and a good tripod and you're on your way. Work on the art of storytelling first. Take time to learn the technical, of course, but make sure that it is the means, not the end. If your budget has opened up since you bought the K-x, Canon seems to be making the most waves with video, but don't discount Panasonic. The GH-1 is a solid first video dSLR. From what I've read it's actually one of the most video-centric, with features that videographers appreciate, like a well-regarded 14-140mm zoom that can AF silently while shooting video, a flip-tilt screen for framing unusual angles, external mic input, and the ability to mount a ton of older lenses via adapters. It's at the end of its product life so prices have dropped below $1k. Worth a look. Good luck.