Texas Media Systems works with multiple leasing companies to get customers approved for the equipment they need. I answer many questions a day about leasing equipment. So, I decided to compile some of the most commonly asked questions to make the process of filling out an application even easier.
1) Where do I find the applications?
If you are on the page of the equipment you are looking for, the apply now button will be underneath the picture of the item. For example, if you are looking at the page for the C100 mk II, the apply now button will be on the page in the item’s description. By clicking on that button, it will take you to the pdf page to electronically sign and submit.
Canon announced on December 19th that the Cine-Servo 17-120mm (Part #s: 9785B001, and 9785B002) are now eligible for the Lens Mount Exchange Progam – allowing users to convert from EF to PL mount or vice-versa.
From the announcement:
“Canon USA’s Cinema Lens Factory Service Centers can perform the modification on eligible lenses. The cost of the mount conversion kit is $800 for the Cine-Servo 17–120mm. Additionally, a $400 labor charge and applicable return shipping fees will also apply for each lens modified. The parts comprising the original mount will be returned to the client and can be reused as necessary.”
Also of note: the modification process does not affect the manufacturer’s one-year limited warranty. Contact Texas Media Systems about initiating a change!
560 grams / 1.2 lbs., 7.9″ x 6.1″ x 1.0″ (200 x 155 x 25 mm), -10 to +40°C (Operating), -20 to +70°C (Storage)
460g/16oz (without batteries & HDD), 645g/23oz (with batteries & HDD), 196 x 110 x 47mm, 7.7 x 4.3 x 1.85”
Onion Skinning**
(FUTURE): Overlay pre-recorded still frame on live video with opacity slider
No
View Monitor Out** Record Clean Video
(FUTURE): Display the monitor-out (viewfinder data) on the OLED while recording a clean video signal.
Available when using the SONY F3, SONY FS700, CANON C500 and ARRI Alexa cameras.
No
Record Triggers
Touchscreen, SDI record trigger (ARRI, CANON, PANASONIC, RED, SONY), HDMI (SONY, CANON), Timecode, (FUTURE): Optional remote control cable
Touchscreen, SDI record trigger (SDI Trigger Camera Selectable, Timecode, Auto HDMI Trigger
Supported Protocols – Canon, Sony, Atomos Open Standard, Lanc
Recording Media
Convergent Design SSDs with power-loss protection, in 256GB and 512GB sizes,
420Mb/sec write, 500Mb/sec read speed, compatible with USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt Adapters. SSDs and adapters sold separately.
4K / HD-(50/60/120p),CFast,SSD 2.5”
Raided HDD (5,400 to 10,000rpm). HD-CFast,SSD,2.5”
HDD (5,400 to 10,000rpm)(Approved list only)
Recording Formats
Compressed formats: 4K/UHD 10-bit YCC 422 up to 30 fps, 2K/1080p 10-bit YCC 422 up to 60 fps, 1080i 10-bit YCC 422 up to 60i, 720p 10-bit YCC 422 up to 60 fps, (FUTURE): 1080p RGB 12-bit 444 up to 60fps
Uncompressed formats: 1080p RGB 10/12-bit 444 up to 60fps (base Odyssey7Q, additional codecs can be purchased)
4K-UHD 3840×2160 8/10-bit 4:2:2 – ProRes HQ 422 LT, Lossless Cinema DNG
(data rate camera dependent), 1920×1080 8/10-bit 4:2:2 – ProRes HQ 422 LT, Avid DnxHD 220/220x
145 36…(FUTURE)12G-SDI 4K 50/60p ProRes HD 4:4:4 10-bit
FS700 RAW decode
Full 4K – 4096 x 2160
Construction
Metal Alloy
High quality lightweight ABS Polycarbonate for durability & portability, Heat pipe cooling technology
Pulldown Conversion
50i from 25PSF > 25P (2:2 Pulldown)
60i from 30PSF > 30P (2:2 Pulldown)
60i from 24P > 24P (3:2 Pulldown)
60i from 23.98P > 23.98P (3:2 Pulldown)
Playback
Yes
(FUTURE)Yes
Compatible batteries
Additional optional battery plates
NP series, D-Tap and supporting accessories (Nikon ENL6, Canon EL6)
Canon U.S.A. Announces the Second-Generation EOS C100 Mark II Digital Video Camera
Features MP4 and AVCHD 1080/60p Recording, Dual Pixel CMOS AF, Face-Detection Autofocus (AF), Redesigned Viewfinder and OLED Panel, Built-In Canon Log Look-Up Table, and Wireless File TransferContinue reading “Canon C100 Mark II Announced!”→
MELVILLE, N.Y., October 16, 2014 – With the increasing use of large-format single-sensor 4K cameras for field productions like sports and nature documentaries, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, has introduced the new ultra-telephoto CINE-SERVO 50-1000mm T5.0-8.9 Ultra-Telephoto Zoom lens. With the world’s longest focal length (75-1500mm with its built-in 1.5x extender) and highest (20x) magnification among Super 35mm zoom lensesi, the new CINE-SERVO zoom lens offers cinematographers new possibilities for shooting scenes in HD, 2K and 4K on single-sensor cameras. The new Canon CINE-SERVO 50-1000mm zoom lens is an ultra-telephoto lens with superb 4K optical performance and a removable Digital Drive unit to accommodate either broadcast or cinema-style production. Continue reading “Canon Announced New 50-1000mm Cine-Servo Zoom Lens”→
Canon just announced that they will be “releasing free firmware upgrades for both the Cinema EOS C500 4K and C300 Digital Cinema Cameras, as well as Cinema RAW Development 1.3, an updated version of Canon’s Cinema RAW Development software, in November 2014.”
EOS C500 / C500 PL Digital Camera
(Released Oct. 2012)
EOS C300 / C300 PL Digital Camera
(Released Jan. 2012)
Canon’s Cinema EOS System lineup of digital cinematography cameras and lenses has earned the praises of a wide range of progressive professionals working in the cinema and television production industries. The new firmware upgrades, which will deliver enhanced performance to effectively respond to the needs of various users, are being offered for the EOS C500 and EOS C300 camera models while the updated Cinema RAW Development software for 4K Cinema RAW footage is intended for the Cinema EOS C500.
Support for ITU-R BT.2020 next-generation broadcast standard color space (for EOS C500 and EOS C500 PL camera models)
Offering compliance with the ITU-R BT.2020 (Rec. 2020) color space employed in the 4K TV broadcasting tests carried out earlier this year in Japan, the firmware upgrade for the EOS C500 and EOS C500 PL camera models facilitates the capture of high-resolution video supporting the color space employed in the ITU-R BT.2020 next-generation broadcast standard. When used in combination2 with Canon’s DP-V3010 professional 4K reference display (released in January 2014), the system effectively responds to input and output needs within the realms of next-generation motion-picture production and broadcasting.
Enhanced Cinema RAW Development functionality (for EOS C500 and EOS C500 PL camera models)
The upgraded Cinema RAW Development software features the addition of 3D-LUT for converting from Cinema Gamut/DCI-P3+ to such highly versatile color space standards as ITU-R BT.709 (Rec. 709) and DCI-P3, enabling efficient video editing while maintaining low-chroma color reproduction and high-chroma color gradation. Additionally, support for EDLs (edit decision lists)3 enables only necessary time code-designated segments to be converted to the DPX and ProRes formats suitable for editing, effectively doing away with the need to process unnecessary files. Also, when using a PC equipped with Intel® Iris™ Pro graphics, Cinema RAW Development 1.3 makes it possible for faster development of 4K Cinema RAW data.4
Improved operability when setting color temperature of white balance (for EOS C500 and EOS C300 camera models)
The new firmware upgrades contribute to improved operability by allowing users to easily set color temperature values using the camera’s FUNC button.
Canon plans to exhibit products supporting the ITU-R BT.2020 color space at the company’s booth during the IBC2014 broadcast technology tradeshow, to be held in the Netherlands, September 12-16, 2014.
$500 Instant Rebate & $300 Instant Rebate for Battery & SDXC Card Can Be Combined!
Canon is offering an Instant Rebate of $300 on the purchase of an EOS C100 cinema camera, a BP-975 battery pack, and 64GB SDXC memory card when bought together. Battery & SDXC $300 Rebate Expires September 30, 2014.
Convergent Design has announced that the Odyssey7 will begin shipping tomorrow on Friday, July 11.
The Odyssey7 (CD-ODYSSEY7) is a monitor/recorder, designed for on-camera use. The monitor features a 1280×800 OLED touchscreen with true blacks and accurate colors. Monitor functions include advanced Image Analysis tools for exposure and focus, such as waveform, histogram, false color, focus assist and pixel zoom. As a monitor alone, the Odyssey7 delivers an outstanding value beyond any competitor in the field.
The Odyssey7 is also a professional HD video recorder. The Odyssey7 currently captures HD video in Apple ProRes 422(HQ) up to 1080/30p, 1080/60i and 720/60p. Future free updates will expand the available frame rates as well as add other formats of compressed HD video recording. The Odyssey7 has a single SSD slot and will only accept Convergent Design Premium SSD Media in 256GB and 512GB. One 512G SSD will hold 330 minutes of 1080/24p material. Full Playback Controls, including file scrubbing, are now included in both the Odyssey7 and Odyssey7Q. Both devices also support output over SDI and HDMI simultaneously.
Panasonic has announced today a solution for the GH4 “audio buzz” issue that some GH4 camera owners have reported.
The GH4 audio buzz issue can occur when a non-Panasonic external microphone is used with GH4. The audio buzz issue does not occur when the Panasonic DMW-MS2 shotgun microphone is used, or with the GH4 camera’s internal microphone.
Existing GH4 customers will need to send their camera to the McAllen, Texas repair facility where a modification will be quickly done under warranty.
Repaired GH4 cameras will be returned to the customer via 2nd Day shipping.
Panasonic USA GH4 Repair Contact:
Maria Alonzo
Phone: 956-683-2902
Email: maria.alonzo@ext.us.panasonic.com
Ship GH4 cameras needing service to the address below via a traceable insured shipper such as UPS or Fedex:
Panasonic Factory Service Center
GH4 AUDIO UPDATE
4900 George McVay Drive
Suite B, Door 12
McAllen, TX 78503
Canon just announced Instant Rebates for Cinema Primes & Cinema Zooms:
