1080p: 1920 x 1080 pixels at 30fps (actually 29.97fps)
1080p: 1920 x 1080 pixels at 25fps
1080p: 1920 x 1080 pixels at 24fps (actually 23.976fps)
720p: 1280 x 720 pixels at 60fps (actually 59.94fps)
720p: 1280 x 720 pixels at 50fps
SD: 640 x 480 pixels at 60fps (actually 59.94fps)
SD: 640 x 480 pixels at 50fps
It also has a 3.5mm microphone jack, but unlikely to have manual controls for that.
It also has a new feature called movie crop which takes the centre of the image, and gives you a digitally zoomed in SD picture so you can get more out of your lenses if you are not worried about losing HD. I can’t see a use for this myself or in a professional situation as it is just a digital zoom but consumers may find this useful.
It shoots up to 6400 ISO too. Interestingly it seems the LCD is slightly higher resolution than the 7D too…
The camera is a massive step up from the previous model and really challenges the 7D, certainly in movie mode. Be very interesting to do a side by side of these cameras! You don’t have a number of features of the 7D, like dual processor, faster still FPS, weatherproofing and many of the top notch still features that the 7D offers but for video users, especially students, hobbyists and people dipping a tentative toe into the HD-DSLR market this looks to be sure bet. The key thing is it has full manual exposure control from the get go. This is from the official press release in the video section… I love the way Canon still calls people who buy this camera all photographers, there needs to be a new word for the hybrid users! “Photographers can also take manual control over exposure settings, changing the depth of field and degree of motion blur to shoot more creatively”
This is the final wedding we have this month and now obviously, doing a hell lot of editing with the previous clients. Need to catch up. It has been great fun though. The event was held at the Manggis, Hua Ho Mall.
We were told that one of the royal families will be attending this event and so we had to dress up smart. However, we thought it'd be fun if we'd dress up in shirts and vest along with the theme as there were lots of MY people around. Haha.
It's not everytime you see us dress like this. We thought it'd be fun to try it out since one of the guest of honors was attending the wedding. Apparently, it was HRH Prince Jefri. I was actually surprised to see him there. It was cool.
It doesn't matter what it looks like, its all the matter of 'Doing-It-Youself'. Can't afford to buy one? Make one! There's just so many things you can make with only a little budget OR better yet, things you find around your house. I however enjoy watching people make something into SOMETHING. It's creative and you learn different things. I saw this picture on one of my friend's blog in KL who was doing a shoot for this TV series on Astro called 'Ampang Medical'. Shots were made with items such as the above. It works, its great.
My only wonder is, what does it look like upfront.
My buddy Eyan does these kinda things and I was quite impressed. He made several items such as the viewfinder for DSLRs and Dolly tracks using PVC pipes. Recently he made a MINI-dolly track. (Below)
You can also check out OUR short film, 'The Shape Experimental Project' posted below or linked on the right of sidebar. The thing I like about him is that, he's not afraid to try it out nor care what people say. As long as its put together properly, that's all you need to see. Some of you pervs may think its stupid, whatever makes you feel better.
Anybody interested in buy a classical guitar? Well apparently, I've got a neighbor who so happen to see me playing with MY guitar outside my porch a few times approached and asked whether I wanted to buy his wife's brand new guitar which they bought a couple of months ago. It was hardly used ever since she got pregnant. (Don't know if that's important but haha.)
It has no brand and honestly, from the looks of it, the guitar is in PERFECT condition and not even a single scratch! Looks good but I was not interested because a have a bunch of them already. So I said, let me try sell it for you. The guitar is with me, tried playing it and it sounded sooooo good! Price was $350.00 and selling price for $250.00 (nego). Contact me if interested.
About 3-4 years ago as I've started doing videography, I have never ever bumped into a store in Brunei where they sell consumer/professional high-end camcorders. Never. I always wonder why. I've met a couple of people in the days who owns this camera and I was really into this specific model due to a Malaysian filmmaker I know who filmed an entire feature length film with it. Eversince that, I wanted one.
Sadly, I've never had a chance to own this but bought my first camcorder, the Panasonic DVX102 from a friend who probably felt pity for me. Hahaha. Because I keep talking about buying one but haven't got a clue where and how to buy them.
Anyways, I was pretty much astounded by the fact that its here in Brunei. Yup. The first camcorder for sale in Brunei for the first time. This specific model is on sale where? Hua Ho Yayasan. Hahaha. I expect to find them in the many digital camera stores over the years but no. Its in Hua Ho Yayasan, today! Chinese New Year is nearby and it might be a good chance to get it. Its an older model, Standard Definition mini-DV but it may also be the best way to go for those who are starting up videography. Trust me, I've tried it, its a beauty!
A friend of mine introduced me to Smosh a couple of years ago and ever since, I've been watching them making their hilarious videos. In fact, from Smosh, I discovered my comedy series 'The Jo & Jul Show' which I've only written up to 2 episodes only. Due to several problems, one of the character hits UK for further studies before we could shoot the 3rd episode. I've mentioned before to do another show called 'Jul' but apparently, Paul was not interested. Too bad. I visualize a hit for that but what do to. Can't find anymore replacement.
In fact, I've yet to continue to write a different one which involves 4 girls comedy show. But where is my time? I'm doing weddings alot these days and haven't figure out how to arrange my schedules as well as theirs.
Back to Smosh, over the years, I watched Smosh start from webcam shoot into HD. From simple software into professional Final Cut Pro. I remember stalking them for abit just wanting to know what kind of cameras they were using. A Panasonic DVX which was brightly enough impressively done in the early days after using a small Sony mini-DV. Today, the latest edition of their comedy-shorts are short on high-end HD camcorders which I've yet to find out. In fact, they're so good, Youtube awarded them best videos of the year in 2008. Or is it 09?
Episode 3 of 2010 comes a brand new ridiculously funny one. (Above) I'm quite impressed from the graphics to storyboarding. These guys deserves to be making their first feature length movie one day. If you don't know Smosh, go over to Youtube and check out their videos. The newest ones are ones that has the spray paint introduction of their production. Enjoy.
Rumors on web had mentioned a sequel for 'The Dark Knight'. I'm really keen on another series of it since I've very much enjoyed 'Batman Begins' & 'The Dark Knight'. Probably one of my favorite movies so far. Its brilliant and I'm sure you love it too! My only curiosity towards the possibilities on the sequel is, 'Who Is The Next Villain?' The Riddler? Mr.Freeze? The Penguin? Poison Ivy? Its just too good as it was said that in ways, Johnny Depp & Angelina Jolie might be apart of it. I don't know. I just read.
I was going though my large stack of DVD collection and I counted them all. Apparently, I'm running out of shelf space as well as drawers. It came to a total of approximately 1800 discs. I gotta stop buying them for now. Anyways, I bumped into 2 sets of 'Batman Begins' and 2x sets of 'The Dark Knight'. Bloody hell, I have no idea I bought it TWICE. Other films such as 'Rob Zombie's: Halloween', 'The X Files', 'Rocky Balboa', 'Along Came Polly', 'The Butterfly Effect', 'Shaun Of The Dead', 'The Lady In The Water' & 'Shutter' were also in doubles. Absolutely insane. 90% of my DVDs are clear copy. I'm not bragging about it but if it sounds like I'm, whatever makes you happy. Its just that, I can imagine how much in total it would come if I was to trade them into cash!
I'm pretty pissed by the fact that, the price tickets to Manila which I was suppose to buy is increasing to crazy amount. Yes, I'm going off to Philippines again this month to celebrate my dad's birthday for the first time as well as mine. It's be 26 by the end of the month and still haven't written by feature film. Darn...need to start writing again this year.
Anyways, as your normal average citizen, I've got bills to pay, things to buy. I thought I had enough time to get the plane tickets for my wife and brother as well as myself. But no, missed calculation on my priority to purchase them, the price is increasing everyday and it won't get any lower than I've expected. The cheapest start we've seen was 420, as days went by up until today, it gone to 990. WTF??? That's too much and I really need to get them. For your info, I'm flying on the 20th to 28th. So will the price continuously increase or will it ever drop back to 400? That's my main concern at the moment and I could not fuck this up since this is something, The Groves must do.
I'm actually looking forward, aside from the birthdays, I really wanna film Manila's scenery with my Canon 500D! Woo! Looks like I'll have to see what happens next with this bloody tickets. No matter what, I need to go but I'm gonna be really pissed if I'm actually paying 900 bucks for a plane ticket because on my last trip over, it only cost me 470 which was alright for a week!
Since Visual Dimensions (Eyan & myself) are moving to HD. Some of your nice newly comers are in seek for a camcorder, correct? Well, we've got just the thing for you. We're planning to sell off our Canon XL2 & Panasonic DVX102.
Both 3CCD with widescreen 16:9 recording. I carry the XL2 whilst Eyan the DVX102. So you may contact us either through our emails or just comment on this post for more details. I'm not quite sure how much Eyan plans to sell the DVX but I do know for certain, its affordable. Unlike my XL2, I'm not sure whether you'll manage but honestly, I'd love for someone to carry this wonderful state of the art equipment with pride. Haha :p Let me compare the price with the original I'm selling below.
Here, the Canon XL2 Proffesional Camcorder. I'm selling this off for $4,500.00. If you see QQestore, they're selling it for $5,398.00 brand new where mine is 3 years old, Perfect condition, had it servicing last year in Singapore.Click here for more details on camcorder. Now, I'm also giving away my 3.4-10.2mm wide lens that cost originally $1,498.00 on QQestore as well. Click here for more details on lens. Now calculate both amounts on your phone. (Cos that's where it is nowadays). How much? Come again? Yes...about 7 thousand in total. So?
This week's wedding goes to 'Bani & Sam'. What a lovely wedding I must say. Many of you may find it disturbing but yes, MY people is getting married with YOUR people. I kid around like this sometimes with my friends since I get this gestures of me being the only white person in a crowd. So yea, MY people. My white English neighbors. HAHAHA! (Hysterically)
Visual Dimensions (Eyan, Saiful & myself) has stepped into the world of HD, officially today. We shot the entire wedding (well, until this upcoming Sunday) with our DSLRs. Yes, but no. Can't afford that yet but instead, Canon EOS 500D. It was quite interesting and challenging to be carrying around these cameras where others seemed to pause and smile to the camera for several seconds until we say, 'Sorry...this is video'. Then they'll be like 'Ohhhh....we thought it was a camera'. Yes it is but yea...we're using it as video. But why? From the amazement I had after discovering these HD-DSLRs, its a beauty!!! In words I really could not describe. I'm a videographer not your instruction manual.
The disadvantages with it though are quite obvious. You can't really do a zoom in and out without maintaining your focus. HDs are really sensitive where it could mess the footage up with only a little tap. That's why, inventors invented 'Follow - focus' adapters for smoother focus. That goes with the zoom, there are some equipment you could get to have it like a camcorder feel to zoom in and out smoothley. I don't know, heard of it but haven't really got around to read articles or pages of it. Will do in a minute. Other than that, to create a look for the camera so that people don't think you're a joke by using DSLR. But what do you know, its all about the final product. Doesn't mean BIG stuffs are actually good. Nowadays, things just gets smaller.
After trying to shoot a wedding with our 500Ds, me and Eyan seemed to get the picture of what lies behind the creativity in HD-DSLRs (especially weddings).One things for sure, its slow and so you have to be quick! Know the patterns of a malay wedding and you're fine. :)
The Multi-Touch screen on the iPad uses the same revolutionary technology that’s in an iPhone. But for iPad, the technology has been completely reengineered for the larger surface, to make it extremely precise and responsive. So when you’re zooming in on a map, flicking through your photos, or deleting an email, iPad responds with incredible accuracy. And it does just what you want it to.
Thin and light
One of the first things you’ll notice about the iPad is how thin and light it is. The screen is 9.7 inches, measured diagonally. So overall, it’s slightly smaller than a magazine. And at just 1.5 lbs and 0.5 inches thin, it’s easy to carry and use anywhere. There’s also a slight curve to the back. Which makes it easy to pick up and comfortable to hold.
App Store
If you tap on the App Store icon, it’ll take you to a special section of the Store that has apps specifically designed for iPad. You can also browse through iPhone and iPod touch apps, including entertainment apps, productivity apps, social networking apps, games, and more. And you can buy and download them wirelessly, right from the iPad. No matter what you need, there’s bound to be an app for it.
Canon prepping 60D and 550D / 600D with articulating displays?
By Ross Miller posted Jan 26th 2010 7:58PM
Camera aficionados, looks like it's time for the pre-PMA rumor mill to start churning. Our inaugural whisper this season comes care of a forum poster at d-spot.co.il, who according to Canon Rumors' tipster has been accurate in the past (at this point we've been unable to corroborate). Here's the deal: a Canon 60D and Canon 550D / 600D (i.e. Rebel series). Both apparently feature a 15.1 megapixel APS-C sensor, articulating screens, and 720p video at 30 frames per second. The 60D, however, can also claim 1080p footage -- odd that the Rebel doesn't, since the current T1i has 1080p -- an electronic level, and a new battery and grip compared to its 50D successor. That one's apparently priced at around $1,190 and due out in May, while the other is $799 with no connection to a release date given. Make no mistake, between this and those waterproof Sony point-and-shoots, this is only the beginning.
Here's something from a wedding videographer of Philippines have to say about HD for your wedding. Kinda love how the way he presented this for ones who plan to get married.
Don’t worry no technical mumbo-jumbo here (well at least it’s kept to a minimum).
HD - short for High Definition. Simply put, it’s higher quality video made available for your wedding day. The recorded image is much much bigger, clearer, more vibrant and life-like.
So, why go HD?
1. You want to maximize that 42 inch LCD or Plasma TV you’re buying for your new home.
2. You’re getting your husband that PlayStation3 or Bluray player for Christmas. (In exchange of course with that Tiffany charm bracelet)
3. You want the best possible recording technology available today to preserve your wedding day memories. Nuff said.
Why HD? It’s 2008, I guess the better question is - When HD?
With screen size alone the difference is pretty obvious (HD is 1440×1080 pixels, Standard Definition DVD is 720×480, YouTube is a mere 320×240). To give you an idea, here’s a relative comparison chart:
hd-sd-comparison.
*Now, doesn't that sound convincing?? Me and my partner Shopian Said will do our very best to satisfy your wedding and needs to create this wonderful memory of yours in HD plus extras plus satisfaction! :) Boo! Or whatever that makes you feel better. :P
There are 4 kinds of alien encounters. The fourth kind is 'abduction'. I've been waiting for this film to come out clear copy about a month. Got it, watched it and experienced it. By the end of the film, its your choice to believe it or not.
In 1972, a scale of measurement was established for alien encounters. When a UFO is sighted, it is called an encounter of the first kind. When evidence is collected, it is known as an encounter of the second kind. When contact is made with extraterrestrials, it is the third kind. The next level, abduction, is the fourth kind. Modern-day, Alaska, where-mysteriously since the 1960s-a disproportionate number of the population has been reported missing every year. Despite multiple FBI investigations of the region, the truth has never been discovered. Here in this remote region, psychologist Dr. Abigail Tyler began videotaping sessions with traumatized patients and unwittingly discovered some of the most disturbing evidence of alien abduction ever documented. The Fourth Kind exposes the terrified revelations of multiple witnesses. Their accounts of being visited by alien figures all share disturbingly identical details, the validity of which is investigated throughout the film.
As much as I love to keep stuffs, I find this totally ones to go since I'm NOT using it anymore. So why should I keep it? For antique? No thanks. I'll pass. So here it is, I'm selling of my Canon 350D body (still in good condition) + this Sigma 28-300mm zoom lens for traveling. Price for $400.00 ONLY (non-negotiable). I have no more interest in holding on to it. It comes with the box and manuals etc. Take it or leave it, make your choice. Email me! I'll send it over to you!
This is probably one of my favorite short films from the Shelton brothers from Youtube. I can relate to this in some way due to the long lost dad which I've already found after 21years last October. Check it out and understand it. :)
Towards the end of last year, a friend of mine introduced me a couple of sites from high-end filmmakers in the states. It came to amazed when I realized that HD DSLRs are actually a huge thing going on at the moment especially with DSLRs such as the Canon 5DMRKII and 7D. You are able to actually shoot an entire event/wedding with it! But yet again, you have some disadvantages as well.
At this point, I’ve also wonder whether Canon is killing the market for building canon HD camcorders. Well, obviously they are still usable and has its best. I myself have been dreaming of owning a proper high-end camcorder such as the Sony PMW EX1 or better yet, Canon XH-A1.
But it clearly made sense, it doesn’t matter what you use, the importance of this is the end product. It bugs me a lot that the locals around wouldn’t care less to understand but to have the cheapest price they can ever get. What’s more ashamed is that, it’s their big day of commitment in a marriage and all you can think of is having a 500 dollar videographer to shoot the entire event. WTF….i feel so pity for you.
The worst part is, they make the price FOR you. WTF…… HAHAHAHA!
Anyways, I’m planning to start HD DSLRs and I’ve been aiming a couple of things. Been looking at some sites and seriously, its incredible on what is used to even shoot a motion picture, movie! The best thing of all about it is, obviously a variety of lens you can use.
Honestly, I’m no good with HTML codes. It sucks. Haven’t got around to study them properly. I was bored with my previous layouts and found something simple. Got the codes, copy and paste and here you go. THIS! It’s okay really but I couldn’t get that stupid advert thing on the sidebar to move/delete! Yet, I’m also having difficulties on changing those links above. Fucker.. But then again, fuck it. Doesn’t matter anyways. Its not like I’m trying to advertise my blog. ‘No Way’. It’s basically a site to write my rants and stories. But here’s an idea, for those who are actually following me or in other words stalking me!, most of my everyday timelines are on Twitter.
Haven't blog in so long. Just changed my blog layout and I have no idea how to use it. Ignore that stupid advert space on your right. Will sort that out soon. Anyways, announcing NotFamous video blogs from website. Here's number 1, check out the others on your preferred link.
Visual Dimensions new toy! Check our new Glidecam operated by Shopian Said! Hehe. I was using a Canon 500D attached with a shoulder mount. Edited in Final Cut Pro. Kinda fun. We actually did this after coming back from a wedding on Sunday. But yea, this is an experiment so its still kinda jerky at most times. We shall do some more practice. Enjoy.
Whoa…it’s been a while since I’ve blogged properly about something. It’s all been copy and pasting. I don’t know. I just haven’t got around in doing this other than checking on NotFamous’s website and Facebook fan page and also my Twitter. Perhaps, you readers ARE reading my Tweets on the side bar on the left, who knows.
Well, obviously I’m still doing wedding videography. I still do events and have loads of them pending due to several reasons which I shall not state. So pretty much, I’m rushing to finish them as quickly as possible without being distracted from the outside world of my home. Lately, I’ve been going out a lot sorting all kinds of stuffs. I still do my work late at night and I’m really irritated by the fact that I’m out of ideas. Everything’s the same and I wanna change how I’m doing my work. It’s getting old.
As a matter of fact, I’ve already developed some new products which may be extraordinary enthralling for 2010. Obviously for weddings off course. Don’t take this as a huge statement okay, I’m not trying to act up all perfect and wow. Everyone is doing something new everyday. That is why I’ve got my left and right hand men on the job to work with. Surkrew. We’re basically coming out with secret mixtures which may be challenging, entertaining and motivating to do with weddings. I don’t see anyone doing it yet. Unlike Brunei, there aren’t much full-time videographers. Most of them do it as part time whilst working elsewhere.
I’m pretty excited myself because we, the Visual Dimensions team, have a couple of confirmation/bookings already on the new product. Actually, I just remembered something…I DID mention it already before about it. Hahaha….
As you can see below, I’ve created another new short film entitled ‘The Shape’. It’s another experimental project where my buddy had included his new glidecams and DIY mini-dolly. Quite impressive. Check it out. It’s better than my first one.
Hmm…other than wedding/short film works, my band NotFamous has been doing video blogs! It’s kinda fun to do really. We shoot at least once a week about the things that has been going on with the band just to guarantee you that NF is essentially working their butts off to get back on track and to finally record the 2nd album! It’s pretty exciting. You should check it out on our website. As of today, we’ve got 6 entertaining video blogs. More to come.
We’ve also recently played 2 shows in 2weeks and it was absolutely thrilling to finally get back on stage and perform. I however never felt happier to be back with my brother and cousin in one band. Written quite a lot of numbers and preparing them all accordingly before walking in the studio in January! This shall be good because cameras will show you what’s going on in the upcoming video blogs.
I’ve finally purchased myself a brand new guitar effect pedal. I thought that I might use it for the second album to have some special sounds once in my riffs. During our first album and playing in live shows, I have NEVER used anything else but a direct lead from my guitar and amplifiers. The style I had back then was to have a really Blues type of tone. A light dry distorted sound. But how do I get a clean sound if I have to? Well, easy really, a basic technique where you can change it from your guitar knobs. I know.
But since our NF comeback, I’ve also realized that everyone of the band members have new sound settings. Perhaps we’re just getting older and now we understand what sounds good and what doesn’t.
One of my latest creations with my partner in crime, Shopian Said (Surkrew). Shot with a Canon EOS 500D, glidecams (which we just bought) and a DIY mini dolly. We didn't used any lightings and we spent at least, probably approaximately 6hours of shooting. Starring myself as The Shape and Shopian Said hmiself as The Victim. This is ONLY and experimental short film and we don't really expect much from it. It's just a learning process in using all these gadgets we had during the night. Hope you like it, Enjoy.
NotFamous rides Big Top OGDC Seria, Sunday afternoon after other local bands such as Bulan, Pemuzik Kena Reject as well as Klip. It was quite a remarkable comeback for the band as they’ve performed latest songs from the upcoming album as we speak.
NotFamous aren’t 18 anymore and as I observed the comments from Twitter, Facebook and blogs, apparently NF is given excellent credits for the 2010 comeback. NotFamous would like to take the opportunity to thank everyone who have been so encouraging from day 1, not forgetting the fans/families and old friends who came to OGDC.
NotFamous performed 5 newly fresh materials entitled ‘First Contact’, ‘B Positive’, ‘Another Untold Story’, ‘I think It’s Time (Uh-Oh)’ and also ‘Back To TerraFirma’ which was one of the first songs they’ve written together before the break 4 years ago. This was also right after the unreleased single ‘Day After Tomorrow’ launched on PureVolume and radio stations.
NotFamous is looking forward to be performing more shows/gigs next year as they record the new album in studios (undecided) by January-February. In the mean time, its all about improvising the songs one after another and to try them out in shows to see audience reactions. From the looks of it, the crowd are enjoying them very much…as we speak! Although, performing live is not the same when listening to the original record. It’s just head start on what’s been created.
NotFamous may also be interested in submitting a couple of singles to VIMA 2010 as this was already been discussed by BIM’s founder, Rita. Referring to the previous conversation, the latest to submit the songs is in February. Will be updating more about this.
P/s: Don’t forget to stay tune to NF V-blogs. An activity of NF’s journey on the making of the album as well as casual days on a regular basis.
Haven’t been posting up anything lately due to work I’ve been doing. Shooting and editing and between breaks, writing song lyrics. I don’t know whether you know this but, NotFamous (my band) will be performing in 2 events this month for the first time after 4 long years break.
The closest one is dated on the 20th at OGDC Seria. Along with other bands, we shall be performing for 30minutes each and after doing a draft calculation, it might be approximately 5 songs. FIVE new song teasers from the upcoming 2nd album of 2010! So if you are interested, do come and support. For more information, please visit our website. The 2nd event shall also be in Seria (address to be announced soon) but apparently, we haven’t a clue how many songs yet. Hopefully a few more as we have missed doing entertainments.
We aren’t really keen in playing our old songs but probably just a couple such as our hit single ‘Second Song’ and unreleased called ‘Day After Tomorrow’. We just thought it’s probably best to carry on with the latest ones as part of a new beginning. Listening to the old album really gave us goosebumps! Not sure how and why but most likely how annoying our recording was. In mind, I also didn’t quite like my obsessions with Blink182 being inputted into my songwriting. I know! But younger kids love them!
But the importance of this post is that, if you are free, if there are ANY NF fans out there who is willing to attend, please do, we need you. Sign up to our website!
