jasarsenault

Are there any super 8 cameras which have removable lenses that can take a c mount 16mm lense? Jason

Hey looks great. Can I get some info? What kind of camera? What filmstock? Looks like there is some talking, did you have sync sound? What about total cost? Was it relativly cheap compared to shooting 16mm, or was it just a little more accesible equip wise? Jason

Can someone tell me how to calibrate my spot meter? Jason

Ive done this a few times. My projector only ran at 18 fps I believe. I had to slow my shutter a little. The image flickered a bit. Try it a few times. Sometimes you luck out and get a little less flicker. I try and get a pretty close. As well, make sure what your projecting off of is clean and flat. I had a transfer with a wrikle, and one with a spot off the wall. Kind of annoying and had to do it again. Also, whatever your image is playing can give off color. I was transfering b/w off an off white wall. gave it a cool sepia tone with an old fashioned flicker! Just experiment sice its free once you have the equipment. Jason

I just finished shooting a lot of kodak b/w neg 7222. Grainy, but I really liked it. Jason

As for processing, developing, and transfer to minidv, check out command post and transfer website, as well as Black and White Film Factory website. Command Post is in Toronto, an I believe The Factory is too but not sure. I deal with Command Post, Also known as Alphacine, but I believe because Film Factory is a bit smaller they are also a bit cheaper. Jason

In canada, you are looking at 160 dollars (approx) for a 400 foot roll of color negative 16mm film. 7222 b/w is about half that, but no longer is available in 100 foot rolls. I recently bought 24 x 400 feet of 7222 and it only came to a little over 2300 with taxes. I believe if you order straight from Kodak they pay for shipping and they are quite quick. It only took one day to receive my film and I am on the coast. Jason

Thanks for all the advice. I just finished shooting the from the air last night. It was a litle bumpy, but surprisinglu not too bad. I had a great time, now I just have to wait to see the footage! My advice, now that I have a little experience in this: Complete organization is the key. There is so little room, you cannot really look for things as you need them! Anyway, It is fantastic fun! Jason

Thanks for all the replies. It is an interesting option I was just curious about. thanks

Thanks for all that helpful info Leon! This is my first time shooting from a plane and I am pretty excited! Again, thanks! Jason Arsenault

Hello. A few questions. In a few days I am renting a small plane so I can get a few shots from the air. I am shooting 16mm, kodak 7222 b/w film. I have never shot from a plane, so I am looking for advice? Should I do anything different then when I normally shoot. This is a small plane in a coastal setting so I can get quite low because of a lack of buildings and people. Thanks, Jason Arsenault

Just curious. If I was not happy with the ultra conversion am I stuck with it? I hear I can still shoot reg16 fine, so is there really any risk. What kind of cost would there be if I had to replace my gate on my NPR? Jason

I have a set of cooke kinetal primes. I agree, I love shooting in 16mm. Just curious about options. Jason

Thanks for the reply. Few more questions though. I realize that super 16mm is the best way to go, but I am worries about the price of the conversion, especially since my camera is getting old. Also, if i get my camera converted from reg 16 to super 16, does this mean I need new lenses ( I have a set of primes.). What am I looking at for extra expense after the conversion? As for ultra 16, it seems relatively cheap, and I get to keep my primes. I realize that it is not a standard format, but if the lab I use has not problem with it, will there be any other problems? I would like to have the option to finish on video widescreen or blow up to 35mm if the option should ever arise. Would I be able to do this with ultra 16mm? Also, any idea on the full price of a 16mm conversion. If it is affordable, this is of course the route I will take. Thanks, Jason Arsenault

Hello all. I am relativly new to film making. I have a few year experience and have just finished my second, low budget half hour, 16mm documentary. I am beginning my third and have been thinking about shooting in a wider format. I had originally thought about super-16mm. I have an eclair npr, but the cost of renting a super 16mm or converting to super 16 with new lenses seems a bit costly. Then I heard about ultra 16mm where they shave your gate to wider format similar to super 16mm. If this can be done well and cheaply with results it would be great. I could keep my camera and lenses while shooting with a wider look. I did a bit of research and didnt find much. Sounds great, but is it? What are some of the problems I could get into? I don't and can not afford to ruin my camera! Should I simply check with the lab that I deal with to see if it is a problem with them? If it is not, are there any other things I should be careful of? Any help would be much appreciated. Any sites, links or advice? Jason Arsenault