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Scott Strimple
January 28, 2009 at 20:43Hi Phillip,
My name is Scott Strimple and I am working with a group of artists to produce a full length feature film to be shot in and around Richmond Virginia. We are a small video production company and have limited manpower. Since we envision us being tasked with more producing and directing roles we are actively seeking candidates for DPing this project. We own Sony EX1 equipment and are still deciding if we want to purchase the 35mm film adapter or if we are going to go the path of leasing a RED for this project. Can you let me know if 1) you have any interest at all in further discussion 2) what would be our next step in that process assuming you do have some interest. I will be in Austin attending re:frame this April and look forward to meeting you at that time, however we are trying to get some idea of the “players” list for this project as soon as we can. Thanks so much for your consideration and look forward to meeting you in Austin.
Scott Strimple
Will
May 19, 2009 at 10:38Hey Scott,
Just wanted to say how i used to live about 5 minutes away from richmond, that probably doesn’t mean anything to you. If I can give any advice I would say that if you guys are not skilled a cinematography the ex1 and a 35mm adapter, (recomend cinemek) might not be powerful enough. I advise leading a red one and a lot of other pro equipment, like a good steadicam and crane. that’s 2 cents
Fantron
June 24, 2009 at 06:47I wouln’t use either, Scott. 35mm DOF adapters on fixed lens camcorders like th EX1 are so passe… why bother with that old technology today, when you can see what amazing footage a truly inexpensive DLSR can shoot for you? I would never shoot anything with a 1/2-inchs ensor camcorder, but that’s just me. You need at least a 2/3-inch sized sensor.
Unfortunately, shooting with the Red One camera means that you are entering one of, if not the most complex and expensive post oproduction workflow available. Shooting with the Red may double your post budget, although the post houses that still handle Red proejcts will love you.
pbloom
June 24, 2009 at 07:17I REALLY wouldn’t discount DOF adaptors…as much as I love my 5dmkII. Read this article… http://philipbloom.co.uk/2009/05/24/video-dslrs-the-death-of-35mm-adaptors/
Workflow is hellish, problems recording sound. Rolling shutter from hell. Not accepted by HD broadcasters.
Also nothing wrong the 1/2″ sensors. The EX1/3 are still amazing cameras and my number one choice when shooting HD. Sure 2/3″ is better but nothing wrong with 1/2″.
Scott Strimple
June 26, 2009 at 12:27Hey Phil… thanks for the insight! See ya at RF 09 we can talk more about this project if you like there.