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what do you mean that was really confusing....

Basically I know these other cameras exist but am stuck on the movie tube conversion for the simple fact of being able to use small dv type cameras for years to come using pl mounted film lenses. I just saw a music video for the hvx 200 and i was very impressed cuz this would prolly amaze the locals and teamed with a conversion I think it would work for me. Next I intend to do music videos and commercials for locals and medium range pricing. And maybe jump a little up to smaller food chains or any other chains. I'm not looking for huge agencies who demand me at this moment. No, rather I'm buying something of great quality to help me get into the larger medium cameras like the CineAltas, the Arri 35mm new cameras, etc, so i in a year or two i COULD go to them or even have a very nice reel to show off my skills. Lighting I will get into soon with a nice kit, so that's not in my budget i have put money aside for that. Crew i got good people that'll work under me. My post production work flow is NLE using Avid Media Composer on pc. Sorry if my question was somewhat misleading. Actually I wouldn't mind renting lenses i'm very open to it. And I'm not sure how much processing and transfering to tape would cost, for s16 or 35mm. (if you can estimate 1000' for me that would help out). So pretty much i'm looking for something to buy so that i can get the 5,000 or 10,000 dollar customers, heck even get the couple thousand dollar customers. This way I can cut out rental fees for a whole camera, it gets pretty costly and with the way i work, sometimes i'll scrap projects and do something over (somewhat of a perfectionist) because i can get picky. And everyone knows you can't do that from the get go renting exotic and expensive film cameras. But with my own camera that I actually own, i can break down barriers and middle men so to say, for the sake of getting the customers a good price for their projects but actually putting good money in my pocket too. Those cameras can get into the thousands per day with accessories and different lenses. These are all reasons why i also mentioned the hvx200. Cause I can use a couple p2 cards, crank the hvx to 24p 720i and have a hell of a picture with out ever using tapes again. I hoped that helped out a lil more.

that's kool but i meant anything but ebay sorry forgot to mention that i mean like PRIVATE auctions where you can see it in your face and see the records with it.

Hey everyone. I do commercials and music videos, both are prolly hdcam or beta output. But I also will make dvd's for my clients. I'm basically filming, going to avid media composer and outputting to get it aired on tv and prolly dvd's for my clients. What's my process if I were to use a super 16 camera? Firstly what do I do with the film in the reel once i finished filming? (where do I put the film after i use it in the camera). After that what are the processes to get film to tape so i can do editing on Avid Media Composer? And after my editing what do i output to for television and music video purposes (like getting it aired on tv)

Hello everyone, I'm looking for costs on film, the purchase developing and output to tape of S16 film. And same thing for the A-minima (since it's kodak only i think) Say I had a 200' roll for the A-minima, How many minutes is that? Now how much to process and develop it? And now, how much would it cost to put this to tape for my digital editing? Or even take a 1000 feet of S16 film and do the same with it, It's a good rough estimate to start with and i can prolly calculate from there. Thanx anyone for your help.

Kool stephen but i forgot to say that i need a permanent camera for my clients, my budget is up to about 25 thousnand range. I can always rent lenses later. What do you think? Have you heard things about the A-minima?

This is a really gutsy topic to bring out (especially being a newbie) and I hope i don't become the town idiot for getting an obvious answer by the film heads here. But i'm starting my buisiness up and I need a great look to get my clientelle i'm limited to the 20 thousand's range. Cutting it short I need a great cost effective way to get good quality picture. Remember, I do music videos and commercials, and that's the type of use for the camera i will purchase. 1. I heard great things about the Movie Tube St. It's a new converter for Hd and Dv cameras (Sony Z1u, Hvx 200). It has a PL mounting for virtually any type of movie lens. And from what i hear, it has beautiful looks ( that surpass the mini 35's a little) as far as transition is concerned. It's about 13,500 US right now. I was thinking of getting this with an HVX 200. About 21,000 For both. And some P2 cards. With this there's virtually no more film or tapes (works like film but processing is on the spot to your comp or laptop while your filming with another card). A s16 like price without the hefty baggage of accessories and film purchase/developing/output to tape. 2. S16, Ahhh the gateway between earth and heaven. Great look to blow up to 35mm and enough resolution to blow out your computer when digitized right. It's great not toooo expensive but will certainly get the film look i'm looking for cuz DUH it's film. Now the thing is I will prolly spend alot on film purchase / processing. Is it worth it to go here? What type of camera would i use anyways? I've heard great things on the A-minima for starters trying to get the money to jump up to big boy cameras. What camera would I get for the budget I have though? 3. 35mm The upside? Everything. It's 35mm you can't go wrong. You have to be high to get bad looking picture. The downside? I'm gonna have to buy a camera used in world war 2's era for my budget. :) Not literally but you all know what I mean. I just don't think the dream camera is out there to buy with my budget. So unless anyone knows something i don't know about budgets for 35mm cameras, I think i'd be stuck with a old and rusty camera in my range. Well there it is, 35mm, s16mm, and prolly the baddest budget Digital Video setup on the block. Think expenses initially and down the road and overall quality. LET THE DEBATE START...... Well it's a good conversation to spark and I hope there's a couple knuckleheads like me scratchin their head wondering where to start. This should help alotta people. Everyone Thanx for your input and time for this one.

hello everybody, I'm just starting to get into film making, i used all types of cameras, hd, dv whatever....but i'm new to film cameras, i work in music videos, and do commercial advertisement. What's a good camera that won't brake my bank (i'm not looking to spend more the 24 or 25 thousand at the moment) but still deliver good quality pics? everyone says that it's the film that has gotten better and the lenses but i'm scared to buy a 1980 somethin or 90 somethin camera that will look like it's from that era. Is there truth to it? I have heard great things about the A-minima being a great B camera but can it hold up to be my business' gold mine? I know that s16mm far surpasses any of the dinky hdv cameras or dv cameras i've owned but what camera will deliver satisfying results for me, it's gotta be decent speed and have crystal sync sound, and i can always try to rent lenses later. Thanx for any help everyone.

Hello everyone, very new to this site and love it! Okay does anybody know where i can find auctions for film and pro video equipment, i've heard of auctions of foreclosures with ridiculous prices for newer motion picture cameras and any equipment dealing with the entertainment industry. Anybody know about this?