A FEW THINGS FROM HERE AND THERE
Posted by Peter Marsh in Cameras, Found, Technical Nov 8th, 2009 | 4 Comments
Wow, it’s been a while…
Things have been pretty slow in the DSLR world, so we here at DSLRFilm are spending time getting in contact with various production teams currently using DSLRs and asking for their stories. We are working on incorporating Production Tips for the Pre-Production to Post-Production process of shooting a film on DSLRs. This is something we’ve wanted to do for a while, and now we have the opportunity. Are you shooting a film with a DSLR? Tell us about it! We will let the world know! You can contact me directly at: petermarshfilms@gmail.com. Free marketing is a nice added bonus.
Now to other news.
Canon released the firmware update for the 7D finally. The firmware is now up to 1.1.0. If you own a 7D and haven’t updated yet, you can do so here!
With this update: “Corrects a phenomenon that in images captured by continuous shooting, and under certain conditions, barely noticeable traces of the immediately preceding frame may be visible.”
In 1D Mark IV news, Canon has reported overwhelming orders for the new camera and have ramped up their manufacturing to meet the demand. As of right now, the word on shipping is December 9, 2009. That means if you’ve pre-ordered a 1D Mark IV, there’s a good chance you’ll get it in time for Christmas. Booyah! Best Christmas present ever!
FIRST SHORT ON THE CANON 1D MARK IV
Posted by Peter Marsh in Technical, Video Oct 22nd, 2009 | 1 Comment
The camera was just announced and there’s a short already? You bet there is!
Canon DSLRs are like cocaine. Once you get a taste, you can help but snort that crap off the dashboard of your friend’s car every chance you get! (That one’s for you Charles…)
And of course, every time a new camera comes out, people have to get their grubby hands on it. And why not?
The first 1D Mark IV short was produced by none other than Vincent Laforet, the same guy who produced the first short on the 5D Mark II two years back. He has a propensity for being the first to test new cameras in a production atmosphere. His shorts might not always be the greatest content wise, but for the short notice he gets to make one (usually 12 to 24 hour notice) they come out pretty great. And he really puts the camera through the ringer!
Click To Read More And Watch The Short
THE 1D MARK IV: KICKIN’ THE 7D’S TEETH IN
Posted by Peter Marsh in Articles, Cameras, Technical Oct 20th, 2009 | No Comments
IT’S HERE! IT’S SHEER MADNESS! GET USED TO IT!
Canon made it’s official press release today on the 1D Mark IV. For the longest time, the 1D line had been regarded as Canon’s “flagship” line of cameras and they proved that today with this guy. A lot was rumored, speculated, and discussed about this camera and for the most part Canon delivered everything we wanted and more. I’m for one incredibly impressed and for the projected price of roughly $5000, I feel like it really packs a punch!
Feel like the 5D Mark II is getting left in the dust? Worry no more, we’re finally getting the firmware update we asked for! 24P!
THE RUMOR MILL: MORE ON THE 1D MARK IV
Posted by Peter Marsh in Cameras, Found, Technical Oct 3rd, 2009 | No Comments
Official Announcement? NOT OCTOBER… Damn…
More sources are in, and the consensus is apparently “the end of January.” This date of course is not the end all be all… If issues arise with the camera, the announcement date will be pushed back. Also, as of this moment, there are no dates set for a press release or official showings.
We do get to drool over some sweet specs though:
16MP
12fps
1.3x APS-H sensor size
1080p HD video with 24p/25p, 30p, 60p! (That’s right, Full HD slow-mo!)
This camera is just about the closest guarded secret in Canon’s history, so who really knows for sure what’s going on.
CANON 1D MARK IV: WHAT THE ANNOUNCEMENT SHOULD HAVE BEEN…
Posted by Peter Marsh in Articles, Found, Technical Sep 30th, 2009 | 3 Comments
I’ve heard a lot of speculation over Canon’s recent announcement and what most people would have liked to hear…
The common theme was Canon’s follow up to the 1D Mark III:
The Canon 1D Mark IV
I would agree with them considering what this camera is supposed to be capable of. And of course the rumors have really been floating around about this guy…
WHAT SHOULD WE KNOW?
A regular source of information says the new 1D will introduce the DIGIC V processor. This processor will not only be faster, but it will also be geared to video recording. The faster processors will allow for RAW video to be shot.
SHOULD WE BE EXPECTING THIS SOON?
There is still no solid information in regards to when we can expect an announcement. I get random emails saying October or February. It’s all guesses at the moment.
I don’t know about you guys, but I think the introduction of a DIVIC V processor would be the “biggest announcement in the company’s history,” right?
