This shows you the differences between two versions of the page.
|
blackmagic-cinema-camera:blackmagic-cinema-camera-faq [2012/05/02 08:01] vitaliy_kiselev [Storage] |
blackmagic-cinema-camera:blackmagic-cinema-camera-faq [2012/07/15 15:56] (current) vitaliy_kiselev |
||
|---|---|---|---|
| Line 19: | Line 19: | ||
| ??? What are the best places to order upcoming camera? | ??? What are the best places to order upcoming camera? | ||
| !!! We have special [[Orders Preorders | Best prices and places to order camera]] page. | !!! We have special [[Orders Preorders | Best prices and places to order camera]] page. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ??? How soon camera will be shipping? | ||
| + | !!! See answer at the [[Orders Preorders | Best prices and places to order camera]] page. | ||
| + | |||
| ??? Are complete reviews available with measurements and other tests? | ??? Are complete reviews available with measurements and other tests? | ||
| - | !!! Nope. Camera is still in beta unreleased stage. So, even DNG samples are top secret for now. | + | !!! Nope. Camera is still in beta unreleased stage. So, even DNG samples are top secret for now. It is looking strange, but this is how it is. |
| =?=== Sensor ===== | =?=== Sensor ===== | ||
| Line 45: | Line 49: | ||
| !!! It is certainly CMOS sensor, and while BM do not disclose manufacturer it can be either Fairchild sCMOS or new Panasonic produced sensor. \\ | !!! It is certainly CMOS sensor, and while BM do not disclose manufacturer it can be either Fairchild sCMOS or new Panasonic produced sensor. \\ | ||
| According to people at NAB rolling shutter is quite good, but nothing spectacular. | According to people at NAB rolling shutter is quite good, but nothing spectacular. | ||
| + | |||
| + | More information abotu sCMOS sensor can be found at: http://ridl.cfd.rit.edu/products/sCMOS/scmos_white_paper_8mb.pdf | ||
| + | |||
| + | Note that BM camera do not use potential of the sensor, such as global shutter mode or up to 100fps modes. | ||
| + | |||
| ??? Sensor must become hot, can it degrade performance somehow? | ??? Sensor must become hot, can it degrade performance somehow? | ||
| Line 90: | Line 99: | ||
| (John) Other mounts are being considered, such as m4/3 and PL. | (John) Other mounts are being considered, such as m4/3 and PL. | ||
| + | ??? Can I use Nikon F mount lenses? Any recommendations? | ||
| + | |||
| + | !!! Yes, you can. You need [[http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_sacat=See-All-Categories&_from=R40&_nkw=nikon%20to%20Canon%20EF%20adapter&_sop=15&_clu=2&_fcid=168&_localstpos=&_stpos=&gbr=1 | Canon EF to Nikon F adapter]]. \\ | ||
| + | |||
| + | Considering Nikon lenses recommendations. \\ | ||
| + | Check this comparisons : | ||
| + | * http://www.photosynthesis.co.nz/nikon/lenses.html | ||
| + | * http://www.naturfotograf.com/lens_surv.html#top1 | ||
| + | |||
| + | You can get this manual lenses at [[http://www.keh.com/Camera/format-35mm/system-Nikon-Manual-Focus/category-Fixed-Focal-Length-Lenses?s=1&bcode=NK&ccode=6&cc=80342&r=WG&f | KEH]] or [[http://www.ebay.com/sch/Lenses-Filters-/78997/i.html?_sop=15&_fcid=168&gbr=1&_from=R40&_nkw=nikon+manual+lens&_clu=2 | Ebay]]. | ||
| ??? What about m43 mount, do they have plans about it? | ??? What about m43 mount, do they have plans about it? | ||
| Line 114: | Line 133: | ||
| !!! HD-SDI will output full color 1080p 4:2:2 image. In camera adjustments will be minimal - only two LUT options (contrasty video one and flat cinema oriented). | !!! HD-SDI will output full color 1080p 4:2:2 image. In camera adjustments will be minimal - only two LUT options (contrasty video one and flat cinema oriented). | ||
| + | |||
| + | ??? Can HD-SDI port output 1080i as required by many equipment? | ||
| + | |||
| + | Nope, it won't work because of hardware limitations. It is fun, but currently Cinema Camera will not work with BM produced ATEM line of switchers. | ||
| + | Isn't it weird? | ||
| ??? They are using some Thunderbolt port, do they have any reason for this? Is it for Apple computers only? | ??? They are using some Thunderbolt port, do they have any reason for this? Is it for Apple computers only? | ||
| Line 204: | Line 228: | ||
| ??? What are recommended monitors with HD-SDI input? | ??? What are recommended monitors with HD-SDI input? | ||
| !!! | !!! | ||
| - | * [[http://www.smallhd.com/Products/DP6.html | SmallHD DP6 SDI]]. Monitor with good reputation, 1280x720 resolution and many functions. Company keeps good support making firmware upgrades. | + | * [[http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/717/special-deals-led-lighting-and-lcd-camera-monitors | Personal View S056 monitor]]. Very good LCD panel. 1280x720 resolution. Focus peaking. Cheap and very good. |
| - | * [[http://www.smallhd.com/site/dp7/index.html| Upcoming SmallHD DP7 with SDI]]. OLED monitor with amazing colors, 1280x720 resolution and even more functions. Check [[http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/2884/smallhd-dp7 | SmallHD DP7 topic]] for complete specifications. | + | * [[http://www.smallhd.com/Products/DP6.html | SmallHD DP6 SDI]]. Old monitor with good reputation, 1280x720 resolution and additional functions. Company keeps good support making firmware upgrades. Pricey. |
| + | * [[http://www.smallhd.com/site/dp7/index.html| Upcoming SmallHD DP7 with SDI]]. OLED monitor with amazing colors, 1280x720 resolution and even more functions. Check [[http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/2884/smallhd-dp7 | SmallHD DP7 topic]] for complete specifications. Very pricey. | ||
| =?=== Other features ===== | =?=== Other features ===== | ||
| - | ??? Camera is using passive colling solution, isn't it? | + | ??? Camera is using passive cooling solution, isn't it? |
| !!! Camera is using active cooling approach with small fan residing inside, it is very quiet, so not need to worry. And can be replaced by user. | !!! Camera is using active cooling approach with small fan residing inside, it is very quiet, so not need to worry. And can be replaced by user. | ||
| Line 224: | Line 249: | ||
| ??? Is camera suitable for live broadcast applications? | ??? Is camera suitable for live broadcast applications? | ||
| - | !!! In the current, beta state, not very much. If you look at the interface settings screens, no way you can set any paramaters of output rather then Video/Film LUTs setting. | + | !!! In the current, beta state, not very much. If you look at the interface settings screens, no way you can set any parameters of output rather then Video/Film LUTs setting. |
| Most of the time you prefer to have more picture adjustment instruments, as well as some approach allowing you to match settings among multiple cameras. \\ | Most of the time you prefer to have more picture adjustment instruments, as well as some approach allowing you to match settings among multiple cameras. \\ | ||
| Manufacturer aims this camera to be used mostly on narrative applications to fully use advantage of raw format for editing and grading. | Manufacturer aims this camera to be used mostly on narrative applications to fully use advantage of raw format for editing and grading. | ||
| Line 265: | Line 290: | ||
| !!! Yes, but in a very limiting way. Only choices available are 3200K, 5600K and 6500K. | !!! Yes, but in a very limiting way. Only choices available are 3200K, 5600K and 6500K. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ??? May be at least we could have picture profiles, as it can shoot not only raw? Even in raw it could be very usable to see screen/SDI preview that will approximate final image style. | ||
| + | |||
| + | !!! As I understand company position, it is uber raw camera. With extremely restricted interface. If you look at the interface settings above you won't see any parameters of output rather then Video/Film LUTs setting. \\ | ||
| + | So, no any picture profiles, normal WB settings, nothing. And while camera could shoot in non-raw formats, they are same half baked thing requiring heavy postprocessing. \\ | ||
| + | If you look at interface and feature decisions made by BM you'll see error after error, typical for first beta type products. | ||
| + | |||
| + | ??? What will be the shutter speed choices? | ||
| + | |||
| + | !!! In current beta cameras only shutter angles are 360, 180, 172.8 and 90. \\ | ||
| + | Some hopes exist that 45 and 15 degrees will be added. | ||
| + | |||
| + | Why they use degrees only, any problem to have choice? \\ | ||
| + | They want be "proper cinema camera". Yep, insane, I know. | ||
| =?=== Controls ===== | =?=== Controls ===== | ||