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Thanks! The light was so perfect it was magical. Will be going back there next month so will make a follow-up.

Thanks, hope it was helpful

Thanks so much! Really appreciate that🙌

Bit of both but a pretty minimal rig. I always have a cage on the camera and then I’ll mount the monitor on top but that’s about it for this kind of situation. If shooting something more planned I’ll rig it out more with rails and a second battery and such.

I used a GoPro Hero 12 for those and most of the driving shots.

Thanks! I’ve found it to be good for travel, the weight has never been an issue and it’s small enough to pack in a small bag. I use a cage in it sometimes and that adds extra weight and size but it’s still my preferred travel cam.

Thanks appreciate it 🙌🏼

Hope it was helpful. Planning to do another one soon.

@@brandonrude Look forward. Is the powergrade worth it? Honest take pls!

@@giddishanelli9021 for me it definitely has been worth it. I quickly and easily get the look I want and have the ability to adjust as I want. It’s not cheap, but I’ve used it on every single project I’ve done for nearly two years so for me it was worth the money. I think the FilmVision powergrade by Serr is another good option and quite a bit cheaper.

@@brandonrude Thanks for that. Price is not a big concern. Pls suggest me couple of more choices of powergrades by different colorists. I will definitely consider to put them in buy list going forward.

@@giddishanelli9021 the only other one I know is Cullen Kelly. Check his TH-cam channel, he has some good stuff too.

It's "Wish I'd Never Met You" by Chuck Reed. I found it on MUSICBED.

Thanks! Really appreciate you saying that.

Thanks! 🙌🏼

It’s definitely noticeable but not in a way that bothers me. It also decreases as you stop down below f4, which is probably more relevant for photos than video for most people.

@@brandonrude thank you very Much!!

I absolutely loved it and can’t wait to go back.

@@brandonrude you're always welcome!

Thanks! Almost everything was shot on the LUMIX S 35mm f1.8

Thanks, it took some work to try to make it look NOT like a GoPro. Overall I think it’s fine and served a purpose but I won’t use it all that often.

@@brandonrude Yea, it's not easy, I tried it too. the dynamic range is really horrible and gives it away, not mentioning the shakes. You can turn on the stabilizer though.

I can probably do that. I created one a while back but it's probably due for an update.

@@brandonrude it would be awesome! Thank you 😊

Thanks for the sub!

Appreciate that! Looking back now I should have closed with like a shot of me looking content on the beach as a mirror image of the opening shots. Lessons for the next one.

Thanks! This was almost all done in the 6K ProRes 422 HQ to a Samsung T5 drive. A few shots were probably on the internal 4K All-I codec but I was recording to the SSD almost exclusively.

Thanks! I tend to overexpose slightly, maybe a half stop, and then the powergrades I’m using do most of the heavy lifting. I think a big part is increasing the color density without too much extra saturation. The new Resolve 19 has a built in functionality for increasing color density that I’m eager to try.

I thought about some narration but then I figured it would be a good challenge to try and tell it just visually

Thank you so much, that means a lot. And yes, I still use the JM FilmUnlimited as my standard. Generally now I apply it at the timeline and then make some adjustments to each clip if needed for whit balancing and power windows and stuff like that.

@@brandonrude that's such an efficient way of working and the results are truly spectacular!! I'll give that a go - thanks for responding

Thanks! I’m still loving the S5iix, it’s my go-to really. I also have the 6K pro and use it in scenarios where I have more time and setup, but for day to day stuff and travel (or filming myself) I usually grab the S5 for the convenience of it. Plus it takes up a lot less space in my backpack when traveling.

Thanks! And yes, we loved it and went back again. Have part 2 in the works, just need to finish the edit.

Pretty sure it is, there’s a ton of codec and resolution options

Thanks! Really appreciate that. I think I don’t post enough to have more subs but tbh I’m really only doing YT just because I truly enjoy making videos.

Thanks! This was all shot on the original. Incidentally it was on that trip that the mark 2 was announced and I preordered it on the spot.

Thanks, stay tuned for the sequel to this, should be up by this weekend! I’ve heard the G9 is great and one can get a lot out of it

I think the RCM version is more relevant in scenarios where you might have clips from different cameras, each with different log profiles that need to be converted. If you’re shooting with a single camera then it’s less of a concern. To use the LUTS in the S5 you need to export the LUT as a vLUT (for Panasonic cameras) to a memory card, then load that into the camera. For use on an external monitor, a regular LUT file should work, which is what I do for my BM video assist. Search on TH-cam, I found several good videos for how to do it and they helped a lot.

Agreed

Eh, I used to think so but I just got back from a trip and I only used the external ProRes the whole time (for the sake of convenience and a smaller kit) and I’m quite content with the footage I brought home. It’s nice to have and IMO will give you a slightly nicer image due to the color depth, but it’s not a night and day difference from the ProRes. It is from the old internal codec on the original S5, but this ProRes is all you need I think

@@brandonrude Thanks for the reply. I thought You might come with that conclusion. Especially after I got to play with FilmUnlimited that just pulled off some cosmic magic with footage from my old and rusty GH5. It's noisy but it looks georgous, so I assumed that s5IIX with prores should kill it every time.

Wow, that is quite possibly the highest praise I could imagine! Very happy to hear it inspired you. I find that as I’ve gotten older I want to spend more and more time appreciating life and all there is to see and do. Take advantage of it if and while you can! Have a great trip, look forward to seeing what you film!

@@brandonrude Thanks for the kind words. How did you know there is a film in the works? Very sneaky of you. I've shot a ton of footage I can't just put together, pefectionism and insecurities kicking in but hopefully something will come out of it eventually. I'll let you know in the comments when it's out :)

@@cinematic_monkey​​⁠ please do! Perfectionism can be tough to deals with. I think of that Vonnegut quote where he said he’s amazed by anyone who can simply finish a work of art. You got this!

Thanks! Thats exactly what I was hoping for!

That means a lot, really appreciate it!

Pretty certain that was the 16mm.

Thanks! It was a fun afternoon project with some friends. Someday I’ll have to actually make it into a film.

Hah that’s great! And thanks! We’re actually heading back out there soon so stay tuned for Part 2!

@@brandonrude awesome! You're welcome and the bell is activated 💯

@@YamilSunRay thanks!

Thanks Sean!

Thanks!

I have the LUMIX S 35MM and 50MM f1.8

Thanks Lewis! And yes, I absolutely do. The powergrades come with a series of LUTs intended for in-camera viewing and I use those in the S5 and I have them loaded in the Video Assist as well. It’s great for monitoring the look when shooting.

Thank you, I truly appreciate that. Will definitely keep making them, have a couple I’ve been chipping away at so stay tuned!

That’s my favorite shot! And yes, BRAW and 1/8 BPM. The light was so beautiful and the mist coming off the lake just enhanced it even more

I was wondering if anyone watched until the end! Appreciate it!

Thanks! Getting cold again, may have to dig through my footage from last summer and make a vol. 3

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I’m not sure actually. I don’t think so offhand but tbh I haven’t tried lol

@@brandonrude Ahh, too bad. But thanks for the answer!!

On the right

Fantastic! Look forward to seeing what you produce with it. As a heads up you’ll likely need to update the firmware on the VA. Blackmagic makes it pretty easy thankfully, you download the updater from their support page. And thanks for the tip for shooting internal, I’ll give that a try.

That’s a good one! Happy new year!