This shows you the differences between two versions of the page.
|
blackmagic-cinema-camera:blackmagic-cinema-camera-faq [2012/05/04 12:24] vitaliy_kiselev [Interface] |
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 124: | 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 214: | 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. | ||