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2K BlackMagic Pocket Cinema Camera, active m43, $995
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  • makismakis

    Yes I know that. Blackmagic replaces cameras with hot pixels though. I'd like to have a black frame from another camera to compare and decide if its worth the trouble of arguing with them, waiting for the new one and so on... If anyone can upload one single black frame I'd be grateful.

  • sunboysunboy

    This is completely normal for the bmpcc. Unfortunately the cam does not map out hotpixels.

  • makismakis

    This is what I mean. If you try to "push" it a bit in PS, it will show white pixels... (I zipped it because it wont allow .dng file type to be uploaded...)

    @makis - use file exchange services or dropbox.

  • makismakis

    Hello everybody. Is it possible for anybody to upload a single raw frame at 1600 asa 360 deg shutter angle (fps doesnt really matter) with the lens cap in position (black frame) please ? In my BMPCC I can see some, I wouldnt say "hot" pixels (not dead) but "hotter" than others. I wonder if this is normal. Thanx

  • peaceonearthpeaceonearth

    Pretty fucking amazing work.

    are you talking about the OSG video on vimeo? I felt sea-sick after not even a minute. Who cares about grading when your camera operating is that bad?

  • efeinblattefeinblatt

    Pretty fucking amazing work. You really pushed the camera, and it's great to see it perform under so many real-life variable lighting situations. I couldn't believe you got these results from the SLR Magic, which hasn't really appealed to me compared to the OLY 12mm, but you put it through it's paces and I'll now investigate further. Amazing that you kept the footage so steady using only the Hague. Did you use it on all your shots? And the one final question....what was your grading workflow? Did you use Resolve? FCPX or Premiere (or something else)? Any LUTS? The grading really shined! Bravo.

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  • nomadnomad

    Fixed. I checked with a fan.

  • vicharrisvicharris

    Fixed. It's in the statement about the firmware when you downloaded it.

  • Swiss_BoySwiss_Boy

    Can somebody confirm that the 180 shutter angle with 24p motion problem got fixed with the latest firmware because i think that it still doesn't look right when shooting 23.98 with 180 but maybe i'm wrong?

  • eatstoomuchjameatstoomuchjam

    The flange distance on the Nikon 1 system is 17mm and it's 19.25mm on Micro 4/3. The Nikon 1 system throat diameter seems to be 40mm from what I can find and micro 4/3 is about 38mm. As a result, building an adapter to allow Nikon 1 lenses on Micro 4/3 would most likely require glass to correct for infinity focus - and the small number of lenses available natively for Nikon 1 would make that a poor investment of time.

  • actact

    What's advantage of using Nikon 1-mount native lenses on BMPCC? Is a problem just with lack of active adaptor 1-mount to MFT? Crop factor is 2.7, so technically these lenses could be better resolution, even than MFT lenses. It's not cheap solution at all, good Nikon-1 primes cost like Noktons. But it could be good and sharp solution for wide lenses or zooms. Flange Distance: Nikon 1-mount 17 mm, C-mount 17.52 mm, MFT 19.25 mm. http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?atclk=Category_Mirrorless+System+Lenses&ci=17912&N=4196380428+4291315846

  • flabloflablo

    @CRFilms thanks, yes I know, was just asking for confirmation since I have that same plate (but never used the D-tap output before)

  • CidCid

    Hey guys, I´ve just done some first tests with the Pocket. I´m amazed how it can be pushed in post. And that´s "only" ProRes. Cheers.

  • CRFilmsCRFilms

    @flablo that Sony NP-F to V mount adapter I linked, it outputs 16.7v and the pocket takes it no prob. The Pocket will take between 12-20v according to specs. But if the amps on some 12v are too low it won't show as charging.

  • flabloflablo

    @vapourtrail great. Can you confirm the voltage output from your Tilta D-tap is marked as 14.8 V (like mine)? And it just goes directly to the Pocket without any need of voltage steppers. Better be sure and double check ...

  • vapourtrailvapourtrail

    @CRFilms @flablo I have the switronix Dtap to bmpc cable and the Tilta v mount. Works perfectly together. One thing to note is if you use the Tilta bmpc rig as well, you'll have to have a right angle power adapter for the pocket as the hdmi lock semi blocks access to the power port. The right angle head on the switronix takes care of that.

  • flabloflablo

    @CRFilms yes, my idea is to splice. I'm also a bit hesitant with DIY powering solutions. Afraid of frying something. But I already built a mount for Canon batteries for my external monitor using just a battery plate adapter, a plug and some velcro and it works beautifully, so what the hell, I'm gonna try.

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  • CRFilmsCRFilms

    @flablo unless you splice it, I don't think you'll find a D-Tap to Pocket cam that will have the correct small connector for cheap and angled.

    I also bought this, but I'm hesitant to splice it together since the other one just plugged in. http://www.ebay.com/itm/131044939745?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

    EDIT: That plus this could work: http://www.ebay.com/itm/D-Tap-Connector-Jack-Plug-fr-Rig-Power-Supply-light-V-mount-Anton-Bauer-Battery-/271221314269?pt=Camera_Cables_Cords&hash=item3f260cd2dd

  • flabloflablo

    @CRFilms thanks, great hint and that D-tap cable is really cheap! Anyway, I think I'll try to mount an angled connector since the straight one scares me a bit :)

  • CRFilmsCRFilms

    @flablo you should be able to find some adapter that works. I bought these: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E0CEDIE/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00D0HPTRO/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

    And I had also bought this earlier to hack apart for a DIY splice, but it turns out the big end fit the D-Tap plug perfectly. http://www.ebay.com/itm/111130443488?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

  • flabloflablo

    Hi, I need to use my Tilta V-mount plate with the Pocket. Best solution is by using the D-Tap output of the rig, so basically I just need a D-Tap to power plug (I found the plug mm specs) cable. I found this already-made solution (which I'd prefer over a DIY, less risky) from Wooden Camera http://woodencamera.com/Blackmagic/New-Releases-BMC/D-Tap-to-Pocket.html but I find it quite expensive, and I think that a DIY solution would cost something around a few bucks. Isn't it just a matter of a cable connecting the D-Tap plug and Pocket plug? Am I missing something? EDIT: the Switronix cable is much cheaper. Anyway, I'm going to try the DIY solution

  • vicharrisvicharris

    True but I guess you can just let it assign the 709 color scheme and go with it. Kind of just looks like standard DSLR footage but probably fine for many people.

  • matt_gh2matt_gh2

    Yeah, Pocket seems to require full commitment through and including color correction/grading phase. Its a learning curve for many, but well worth it to get better images.

  • vicharrisvicharris

    @matt_gh2

    Yeah man, even when you turn down the sharpening, it's still doing all kinds of processing stuff before it puts it down on tape, so to speak. I think the GH3 is better at it in terms of reducing the sharpening when you turn it down but I could be wrong. Just going on what others have said. But yep, the GH2 still shoots sharper looking footage out of the box. I think most people are not understanding this with the Pocket.

    And yep, I prefer full control in post these days though I'm am not happy with the pockets moire problem. It scares the shit out of me for paid shoots but for the stuff I've shot recently with it on set, the directors were not concerned at all. Solid clothes and pro lit sets.

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