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• I think I've made every mistake in the book... 
  Will, kind words. I'm so excited about Bolex that I ordered three more lenses and am looking for another camera of a different make, despite not having one good film to show for my effort...
• Test Results for Vitafilm Treatment of Vinegar Syndrome 16mm Films 
  
• Eclair ACL Jaeger input 
  Jean Louis,  I have an Eclair ACL II and am wanting a Jaeger to XLR four pin, are you able to quote for making that cable up for me?  It's for the small side mount battery pack. Than...
• Sony Venice experience 
  I agree.  XAVC 12-bit should be available on this camera.  As of now it only allows for 16-bit OCN or 10 bit XAVC 4K/ProRes HD.  Nothing in between
• Documentary film ( Atlas, Ronin S, Sony Alpha) 
  Hey guys, So i have a project coming up, doc shoot for few months around the world. Iv been trying to assemble a equipment package as cinematic as possible. Director is super keen to shoot ana...
• Blade Runner like Production Diary - A MUST see! 
  I don't know if you ever have seen this. I believe this is really, really Amazing!There is a Production Diary about a Short Film which is a Blade runner Style Film.I'm blown away. This is soo cool....
• Triotar 135mm or Pentovar 120mm? 
  Gday,Thanks for the feedback Simon, some interesting info there, I do after all have around 1000ft of b&w to use at a later date. I did not know about the effects on colour a 3element lens woul...
• FS: S16 Lenses, Steadicam Scout Arm/Vest, Wooden Camera Zip Focus 
  Getting rid of equipment that has seen little use, everything is in great working condition. Let me know if you need more photos or want to come by to test it out. Located in LA. All prices are OBO...
• 22fps for car action scene? 
    Yes not questioning your advise at all.. I didn't even understand it..!..well over my head.. just a general question.. interesting though..
• ARRI SoftBank IV 5 Light Kit 
  Sold
• Developing product to simplify rig - "umbilical" or "snake" 
  Interesting. I was wondering if I would run into anyone who had made something like this.
• Voltage & Wattage Question 
  I've been searching for this info as well. I haven't been able to find much in the way of technical data for any brand. I'm guessing that as these lamps are generally attached to pickup trucks and...
• SONY CINEALTA PRIME LENSES: softening them up 
  Thanks David that is very helpful
• Whip Pan tips 
  We were using a remote head on a technocrane, so your solution, while a very good one, would not have worked for us
• O'Connor 2575D tripod for sale 
  Selling our OConnor Ultimate 2575D Fluid Head and TripodHolds up to 90 lb. Conveniently located controls (pan and tilt brakes) at camera operator's side (left side) of the platform enable ease...
• Winter tips & tricks as an AC? 
  I am currently shooting in kujjuaq and the temperature this morning was -40.My setup goes like this:Alexa miniMdr2 w/dm1Teradek 600High speeds Mmb1 I feel like the mini is holding up well. But the...
• The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel 
  Thanks!
• Darius Khondji 
  If you are at all interested in Khondji this book just came out and it is a must have: https://www.synecdoche.fr/en It discusses his entire career. An in depth look at all of his major films....
• WTB: Gold mount adapter for SR2 
  Kind of looking for general info about where to acquire one. If anyone has one to sell I'm interested or if you can point me in the direction of where to get one made.
• some frames from my latest project 
  The only shot I have behind the scenes photos of the camera set up and the lighting set up.   This scene was scheduled to begin shooting at noon, and shooting would last well into th...