Nicholas Wienset

Hi, my name is Nicholas Wiesnet and I'm a cinematographer at Chapman University. I have a lot of experience with film but hardly any with HD . . . I know, strange right? Anyway, I'm shooting an independent in a month and we'll have handheld work - best accessories for stability? Any recommendations on zoom lenses (I'm going to use microforce)? Can the Varicam take 35mm lens adapters? What's your favorite if so? On board monitor recommended for handheld? Any cautions about the camera? What has been your experience? How is the latitude? I'm planning on using grad NDs for several sunrise shots - even worth it? If I want exteriors to have a grainy textured feel, like with the 5229, do I just increase the gain? What tricks in camera have worked best for you? I know these are a lot of questions, but I like hearing personal feedback and experiences rather than trudging through the manual. Cheers, Nicholas

Hi, my name is Nicholas Wiesnet and I'm a cinematographer at Chapman University. I have a lot of experience with film but hardly any with HD . . . I know, strange right? Anyway, I'm shooting an independent in a month and we'll have handheld work - best accessories for stability? Any recommendations on zoom lenses (I'm going to use microforce)? Can the Varicam take 35mm lens adapters? What's your favorite if so? On board monitor recommended for handheld? Any cautions about the camera? What has been your experience? How is the latitude? I'm planning on using grad NDs for several sunrise shots - even worth it? If I want exteriors to have a grainy textured feel, like with the 5229, do I just increase the gain? What tricks in camera have worked best for you? I know these are a lot of questions, but I like hearing personal feedback and experiences rather than trudging through the manual. Cheers, Nicholas

Thank you Bruce! Haha! I actually know Mr. Baney fairly well. Goofy kid! What you have to offer actually sounds right up our alley, and I recently screened his film 'Generation Y' and it looked crisp and clean. I'll make an effort to check out your website. How far in advance can I book your camera? This project is extremely ambitious and photography won't begin for another year and a half! I'm almost positive you don't rent that far out BUT, it'd be nice to know when I should contact you as our shoot dates loom in the distance. Thank you so much, Sir and I look forward to doing business with you. Cheers, Nicholas

Hi, I'm a cinematographer at Chapman University in Southern Los Angeles. I'm currently in preproduction stages for an ambitious senior thesis project and we've determined that we want to shoot scope, with a 2-perf system, bumping up the res. with a 2K scan. I've been doing research on 2-perf camera systems and I've been having a hard time finding straight answers on available systems. We're very interested in the Aaton Penelope, but I'm not sure where I can rent that camera in LA. I've heard that the Arri Lite and 235 can be configured with 2-perf movement (As well as the IIC?), but I haven't received word if that is legit or not. I would love some advise from anyone who has experience with 2-perf systems. Where to get one, which to get, and how much the daily rate is: anything I should know, when I go and inquire at a rental house. Also we're planning a 'Children of Men'-esc shot, that'll eat up about 4 minutes of film per take, so the camera would have to be steadycam/handheld friendly. I'd greatly appreciate any input and/or advise! Happy Holidays! Cheers, Nicholas