FLAWLESS It Is
Posted by moshbrown in HDSLR, Videos on Apr 19th, 2011 | 0 commentsCheck out this goosebump giving trailer from Pacific Pictures and then check out some REALLY cool behind the scenes pictures from the chase scene.
FLAWLESS is both a love AND action story, weaving the lives of two couples together in an interesting way. It was shot entirely on Canon 5DmkII cameras, using Canon L glass. Four days shooting on location in LA, they even had one of those amazing Porche Cayenne’s fitted with a Gemini crane.
Some more info from the team:
Amazingly realistic picture vehicles were provided by Picture Car Warehouse. Shooting a police chase on-location with world class stunt drivers under the supervision of stunt coordinator Gianni Biasetti was one of many highlights, as was staging a full-blown heist of the gorgeous Stuart Moore in Fashion Island.
I’m looking forward to the feature film as this looks simply amazing.
The Eagle Has Landed
Posted by moshbrown in HDSLR on Mar 25th, 2011 | 0 comments
If I had a finished project for all the gear I’ve bought, I’d have a lot of stuff done. Instead I’ve been building a small army of photography and video gear. I love toys, and I love good deals even more. I absolutely couldn’t let the deal slip away on this refurb 5D Mark II. Before I hit the “purchase” button I made a promise to myself that I’d stop waiting, stop putting all my ideas off. It’s time to dust off everything and get to work.
One large step for my wallet, one giant leap towards my dreams.
Tighten Your Budget with FD Lenses
Posted by moshbrown in HDSLR, Reviews, Videos on Dec 17th, 2010 | 0 commentsWant some great new glass on a small budget? Check out old FD lenses! This excellent review of these lenses gives us a chance to pick up some new stock without breaking the bank. As Caleb says in the video, there are killer deals out there on manual SLR stuff. I’ve been wanting to pick up a couple more primes, and I think this is a nice way to play around without spending too much. There are some issues noted, like softness when shooting wide open. There is a slight loss of light when using the adapter, but for the price it looks like these can’t be beat.
Take a look at FD lenses on eBay and you can see the great deals. I actually just bid on a 28mm 2.8 Vivitar for $20. Not bad! The adapter you need to use these lenses on our Canons can be bought here. While my 50mm Zeiss is not an FD mount, it is a cheaper alternative due to being older and manual. I love it and think it was well worth the price. These lenses are even cheaper, and it seems like they produce some great results.
Take a look at what’s available and happy hunting!
Oops, I did It Again
Posted by moshbrown in HDSLR on Dec 9th, 2010 | 0 comments
My new baby arrived today!
I still can’t believe it. Monday I decided to order myself the 60D, and it shipped the very next day. I would have had it yesterday but I wasn’t home for the delivery. Today I came home to a very special early-Christmas present waiting for me.
The size difference from the T2i is immediately noticed. It’s larger in general, and heavier. Not a crazy weight difference, but enough to tell. I hope it helps me to shoot a little smoother. The flip out LCD screen proved useful when I wanted to use Cheech as my test subject. He was sitting on my lap and too close for focus. I turned the screen down while I held the camera up above me a bit. I was able to focus easily and see just fine.
The controls are different from the T2i, with an electronic screen on the top of the unit and the picture option wheel on the left. You have to press down a button to move the option wheel, which is a nice touch. I never bumped the wheel on my T2i but I know some people have. The Menu and Info buttons are in a different location, and you can use the wheel to select choices.
I shot a little bit of the dogs, but it’s nothing worthy of a test clip really. I have a family Christmas party this weekend and I’ll be using it then. I also need to test my new Zeiss so that’ll be a good time to do that. I’m super excited about this camera and having a second shooter in general. I love love love my T2i but I felt like the 60D would be a nice upgrade. The price was right and I was able to swing it, so why not?
I’m sure it’s going to take me a while to learn about my new options. I’ll need to spend some time reading the manual and seeing what I can do. I need to attach the second magnetic frame I have for my LCDVF as well. I won’t be able to shut the LCD completely with the frame, but it’s worth more to me to have the LCDVF. I hope to have some more updates and insights soon!
B-Roll for Brewers
Posted by moshbrown in HDSLR, Videos on Dec 7th, 2010 | 0 commentsOne of the main reasons I’ve always been into making videos is to show my friends something cool. I can’t draw. I can’t paint. But I think I can put together some funny stories. While still working on my first short film, I have plenty of fun stuff to play with from my friends. Mike and Tim were a couple of the best.
The guys asked me to shoot an interview of them talking about brewing beer. They are both new brewers with already amazing chops. While on vacation in New Hampshire this summer we got together. What could haven taken 20 minutes turned into two hours. Laughing, eating, fighting, and of course drinking. Their interview turned out pretty good, and this outtake reel is even better.
I sent this to Mike to congratulate him on his new job as, what else, a brewer. He really likes it, and I’m glad that my skills are being used to make someone laugh.
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