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My fs700 Rig and first video!

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MatRich
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Hey guys I posted a while back saying I was going to buy an fs 700 set up and that I would show yall some pictures.

Heres a little photo of the basic rig I use, follow focus is not installed or LED light so its very minimal.

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also here is my first video shot on the fs700 that I can actually show you guys. I had fun shooting with the 2:35 1 markers, they are a huge help!

FS-700 Slow and fast motion tests from Mat Rich on Vimeo.

Mar 27 2013 11:40AM
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MatRich
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full screen that mother brother for full cinematic effect!
Mar 27 2013 11:40AM
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J_Wang
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that was epic, i think it would of been sicker if you focused in on the french inhale, instead of it being out of focus, but still that was sick. K+
Mar 27 2013 11:51AM
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MatRich
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yah twas pretty un predicted, just went with it and figured I would put it in since its not a very serious project. its just for shits and gigs. But I definately agree with you.


First thoughts about actually using the camera:

1: amazing low light, like no problem at 1600 iso, 32000 is not a big deal.

2: holy dynamic range batman! especialy with properly used picture profiles, I gained so much latitude in my shots!
Mar 27 2013 11:54AM
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1337
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with a camera that big you should try to mount it as close to your shoulder as possible.
Mar 27 2013 12:03PM
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MatRich
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the problem with the fs700 is the controls, you are absolutely right but its not usable when its close. The buttons are just horribly in-accessible. I needed to shift it to the right and thats why my counter weight is so far back and to the left.
Mar 27 2013 12:13PM
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eheath
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Do you have a lens support on that rig? I cant tell if you have one at the adapter or not either way, if the lens is over 1kg you should have some support on there.
Mar 27 2013 5:35PM
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FatWhore
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dude just use twixtor... why would you spend so much moneys for slow motion when you can just do twixtor?



TROLOLOL. Super awesome that you got a fs700! Hopefully one is in my future!
Mar 27 2013 5:38PM
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MatRich
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I dont have one at the moment, Im considering it, it seems borderline to me. The lens switch would be a complete pain so I would like to avoid it as much as possible.
Mar 27 2013 5:42PM
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eheath
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Maybe the fs700 is stronger (doubtful) but the fs100 mount is very weak and ive heard a ton of stories where people had to send their shit in because their mount became loose. If the lens is over 1000g id get a support, IMO
Mar 27 2013 5:43PM
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MatRich
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thanks for the heads up, I apreciate it!
Mar 27 2013 5:56PM
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sweatshirt
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y no vimeo pro accnt?
Mar 27 2013 6:04PM
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eheath
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Who actually NEEDS a pro account?
Mar 27 2013 6:20PM
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MatRich
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I have one, its not playing in HD?
Mar 27 2013 6:24PM
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MatRich
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oh my bad I have vimeo plus, its really all you need
Mar 27 2013 6:26PM
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Jwenz
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cig shot was on point. holy wow quality
Mar 27 2013 10:23PM
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TWoods
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stabilize the lens! trust me, you don't want all that stress on your mount all the time! it's an investment in the longevity of the camera.
Mar 27 2013 11:17PM
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bangalang
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I want a camera like that
Mar 27 2013 11:34PM
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BrightonFridays
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Woah! Are you stoked? Is it everything you thought it would be? First impression of the camera?

Please post more footage when you get it.
Mar 28 2013 1:51AM
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Downtofilm
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jelly ferrrsureee
Mar 28 2013 2:01AM
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sweatshirt
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don't you need a plus account or w/e to get hd embeds?
Mar 28 2013 2:45AM
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eheath
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...

plus account =/= pro account
Mar 28 2013 2:49AM
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Mag
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Do me a favour? Take a shot of somebody clicking their fingers and slow it down?
Mar 28 2013 11:42AM
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MatRich
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Already got one of a finger snap and its realy boring. Slowmotion is mostly interesting with things that show great energy and unpredictability.
Mar 28 2013 12:00PM
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Mag
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I would have imagined there being a pretty big ripple
Mar 28 2013 12:10PM
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sweatshirt
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oh I didn't even know there were multiple types of paid accounts
Mar 28 2013 1:22PM
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Mag
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This, I just thought it was 200 for hd embedding, absolutely no chance ever, 60 would be a slight possibility if I ever need it
Mar 28 2013 1:28PM
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gusestomp
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I'm totally jelly
Mar 28 2013 2:04PM
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MatRich
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Its suprisingly lame
Mar 28 2013 2:14PM
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eheath
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plus is like 60 bucks a year
Mar 28 2013 4:48PM
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Mag
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I realised haha
Mar 28 2013 5:00PM
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sweatshirt
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according to vimeo it's actually 10 bucks a month.. that seems a little steep to me.
Mar 28 2013 5:19PM
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Downtofilm
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No its like 68$ after tax which is around 5$ a month.

Which is completely understandable, for the customer service they have, and to be able to constantly upload drafts in full HD. I love vimeo plus.
Mar 28 2013 5:27PM
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Mag
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I presume he meant $9.95 a month if you do it singularly, don't know why anyone would though, yeah it's $60 for a year, are the taxes just an american thing? dependant on state?
Mar 28 2013 5:29PM
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cwillygood
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that was awesome! great stuff
Mar 28 2013 6:59PM
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J_Wang
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vimeo plus is amazing, i never have to wait for HD load ups, and you dont have to worry about the 500mb a week bull shit
Mar 29 2013 10:12AM
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[J_Gasper]
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I dont think i was taxed for it. And in the US there arent taxes for services. May be different in Canada.
Mar 29 2013 11:18AM
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BolderPro
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Sick man! Thats awesome!! One question about the FS700 or FS100 tho, Does it have a record limit like a DSLR has. For example does it shut off after x amount of minutes recording. Also have any of you used a metabones adapter?
Mar 31 2013 6:20PM
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MatRich
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it is a regular camcorder but with a bigger sensor. it can record until your memory is full and it is awsome. The metabones adaptor feels great, it just becomes a part of your camera. super good quality
Mar 31 2013 6:40PM
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BA.berger
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So sick
Now, how long time did it take you to save up all this money?damn
looking forward to see more
Mar 31 2013 8:13PM
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benk
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That's a fine looking setup. If the FS700 is built anything like the Epic I wouldn't stress not using a stabilizer.
Mar 31 2013 8:38PM
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bangalang
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but now I'm curious
Apr 2 2013 2:35AM
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CrotchKiller
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the fs700 isn't built anything like the epic, unless im missing something
Apr 2 2013 11:24AM
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SacZiplock
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good job man
Apr 2 2013 11:33AM
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