Tagged with gh2 - Personal View Talks

DSLR Cameras: Important things about Flat Profile Picture Style

davidhjlindberg — Thu, 08 May 2014 05:19:29 +0000

Hey guys!

I just answered a question I got a few days ago in this video. It's about using a flat profile picture style as well as setting up some of the settings in your camera to make it as flat as possible, and why you should leave some settings although everyone says you shouldn't.

Let me know what you think of these thoughts!

"The Killing Silence" Tv Movie shot w GH2

Aksel — Mon, 24 Jun 2013 16:26:42 +0000

Hi Everyone Check my 1st movie shot in Morocco, and if you like it please share. The movie was shot with GH2. the movie is airing in Moroccan TV (Channel 8) next month. we still in post-production so if there are any comment to make it better please feel free.

spred the word if you like it https://www.facebook.com/pages/Asusm-Inqqn/177152852452315

Music video made with GH2 & GH3 (electronic/dubstep)

elkanah77 — Sun, 04 May 2014 01:23:39 +0000

Please read description for details and specs. Thanks for watching.

Score Your Own Films!

Gardner — Sat, 03 May 2014 20:51:02 +0000

GH2 - remove 30 minute time limit

Matthijs — Fri, 02 May 2014 02:03:20 +0000

Hi there. First of all thanks alot for all the work that so many people put into this website/forum. I'm only starting out 2 years or so, but so far this place has been very helpful.

For an upcoming wedding service I'm about to film I really like to get rid of the european 30 min. recording limit. My SD card is the 32GB extreme pro 45MB/s, of which I've read not particular good reviews on for using them for hacking the Gh2.

Is there a way I'd be able to shoot for at least 75 min. on this card (regarding both size and speed)?

Help would be very nice.

Matt

Removing an object from a scene!

Gardner — Mon, 21 Apr 2014 12:39:23 +0000

Feature length documentary shot in Iceland with GH2 & GH3

Imagitoriam — Tue, 22 Apr 2014 14:52:11 +0000

Dýrafjörður, a documentary on life, nature, and creativity is now available on Reelhouse.org The film was shot on a GH2, hacked with EOSHD's vanilla 44, then later Sanity 5, the GH3, and a couple shots and timelapses using the GH1. The film was cut using Adobe PP 5.5 and colored with film convert.

https://www.reelhouse.org/stonekeyfilms/dyrafjordur

GH2 body - 16x9 Adaptor (wideangle lens adaptor) and MacBook Air 11"

djhessler — Tue, 22 Apr 2014 11:13:16 +0000

Hey guys, I got 3 items for sale if anyone is interested:

GH2 Lumix body $500 16x9 Adaptor (wideangle lens adaptor) $200 Macbook Air 11" $700

Please PM me if interested, US buyers only.

Thank you all !!!!!

Battery Error msg is actually from camera impact!

tycho — Wed, 05 Mar 2014 19:40:39 +0000

I dropped my GH2 and got a "this battery cannot be used" message (on both good BLC-12 batteries), and then ordered a new battery to confirm it was not a power issue, so now I am in a quandry as to how to proceed; is it worth attempting repairing at this point, should I upgrade to the GH4 since I do as much photo's as video and it is the 'latest greatest', should I look at another camera like a Fuji, Sony, BMCC, etc. now?

I have a couple Nikon lenses (50mm f1.2, 70-300 f.4 and Metabones Speedbooster N m43) and an Oly Pen F 25mm with m43 adapter as well as the kit Panny lens, nothing I couldn't sell or transition with.

Portability, quality, and ease of use are primary considerations for photo HDR brackets for panoramic's mostly, shooting a video of an interview with a WWII vet w natural lighting, but nothing professionally, $1000 to $2000 range. If camera isn't worth fixing, is it worth anything?

Any recommendations?

FS Cosmicar / Pentax 25mm F1.4 lens - 1" version so no vignetting on BMPCC

austinchimp — Sat, 19 Apr 2014 09:41:28 +0000

For sale - As new Cosmicar / Pentax 25mm F1.4.

It's the 1" version so full coverage on the BMPCC sensor, and good on the GH2, GH3, GX7. I've tested on all of those.

A great lower cost alternative to the Voigtlander 25mm lens and Panasonic 20mm 1.7.

Shipping from Spain to all of Europe - listed on Ebay here - http://cgi.ebay.es/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=141261491409

Scottish Music

DrDave — Thu, 17 Apr 2014 15:03:04 +0000

One of my favorite kinds of music is Scottish music.

I often have this issue which is that there is sunlight coming through a window (or two side windows), and spotlights on the stage. Currently using secondary correction for this but it is always difficult when the light mixes. As the session goes on, the sunlight moves from left to right.

Nikon AI(S) vs Canon FD for Video (GH2, GH1)?

qwerty123 — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 22:18:06 +0000

While there is some stuff about comparing these two lens lines regarding photography, has anyone done any comparisons between these two lens sets for video, specifically, the Gh2 (or gh1)?

The pricing of these lenses seems to be getting closer by the day (FDs seemed to be cheaper a few years ago). But apart from the way the focus turns, is there much of a difference between these lens lines for video work?

Specifically, I'm interested in IMAGE QUALITY / DIFFERENCES.

I've heard some people say they like the contrast and rendition of Canon FDs (Hunter Richards, I think), and that Canons tend to be a little "warmer" in color than Nikons. Wouldn't white balancing cancel out that effect?

(I know that there is the L series of FD... but we can leave that issue to the side unless you think it is important.)

Waterbirds of Lake Wissota

ragnar — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 23:22:16 +0000

5min video of some waterbirds found on Lake Wissota, Wisconsin. where I live. Most of these were on their way through headed towards their migratory summer grounds in Canada. Shot on a GH2 using mpgxsvcd's high quality no adverse effects 42 mb/sec hack, except for the very last clip which was shot using the LX7. As for the bald eagles at the end, while they are not actually waterbirds, they spend most of their time near the water, so that's why I included them.

GH2 Broadcast Discussion

MarkV — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 08:17:12 +0000

This is really interesting! As @Greek_m43 wrote, he used hacked GH2 at 42mbps for a broadcast... We can talk about this more here... as this is interesting for many people!
... and it gets more interesting as GH2 hack is rolling out with higher bit-rate patches etc.

A GH2 dance film; ballet and contemporary piece by Wong Liang Pei

yulunchong — Wed, 09 Apr 2014 01:13:49 +0000

Sharing this recent work of mine. Hope you guys like it!

Support me at http://www.facebook.com/walkandrollstudios

Speed Booster or Native MFT Lenses?

Kokav — Thu, 03 Apr 2014 15:01:04 +0000

I have a GH2. I primarily do video. I have three native MFT lenses: Panasonic 25mm f/1.4, 14mm f/2.5, and 14-140mm f/4.0-5.6. I have done a lot of searching about the Metabones Speed Booster but want some confirmation if I should go ahead and get one. I really like Nikkor AIS lenses and am wondering if it would be wise to invest in a set of AIS lenses (and possibly some others) and a Speed Booster rather than more native MFT glass.

The reasons I want the Speed Booster are pretty obvious: extra stop of light, wider viewing angle... But I want to know if it's really worth it. Will it actually make my lenses look better? I really want to know what the downsides are. Are there GH2/3 shooters who use the Speed Booster exclusively?

I'd really appreciate any pointers or discussion on this.

Filmmaking Series!

Gardner — Mon, 07 Apr 2014 12:42:36 +0000

Hey personal view, I'm doing a series on YouTube about how I go about shooting my films. I am currently finishing up my film "Ominious", and I plan on showing some BTS on how I went about editing, creating the sound, shot selection, and grading the film. Here's the first video on the series I'm putting together, and I hope to get some support from the users I frequently talk to on the forums!

My recent experience in Thailand shot mainly on good old un-hacked GH-2

piotremanuel — Sun, 06 Apr 2014 15:25:16 +0000

Please give some feedback.

Les Folies d'Espagne: La Folia

DrDave — Sat, 05 Apr 2014 12:28:26 +0000

The Folies d'Espagne is one of the oldest known dance forms. In this historical reconstruction, you will see the dance performed on instruments from the 17th century. On the right is the French baroque guitar, which was based on late renaissance instruments popular in Spain and Italy, as well the triple harp, which is a harp with three sets of strings (just for @Mark_the_Harp). On the left, an early form of the recorder, and a baroque violin using the smaller, lighter bow; the violin is played without a chinrest as well. The accompaniment is improvised by the musicians who are given a simple chord chart, similar to the way Jazz musicians improvise. The seven string instrument on the left is a viola da gamba, which existed side by side with the cello for hundreds of years before disappearing in the late 18th century. The viola da gamba has frets like a guitar, to facilitate the playing of chords, as well as microtones which were used in the baroque time.

Hacked GH2 Dynamic Range

T1000 — Fri, 24 Jan 2014 16:12:36 +0000

Does anyone know how many stops of dynamic range the hacked GH2 has? I've read many conflicting articles online. Some say 7.5, 10, 11.5. Any help would be great! Thanks!

FS: GH2 with Driftwood hack (from EU to worldwide)

yiannis_zach — Thu, 27 Mar 2014 13:04:20 +0000

As per the title, a used GH2 with the Driftwood hack. Fully working condition, ready for your next project. Camera body + original strap + original battery + original charger with cable. Price: €390 via Paypal, including fees & shipping cost. Shipping from France, to any worldwide destination. If you prefer the sale via the feebay, send me pm so to give you the link. 100% positive feedback & over hundreds of sales. Thanks for your attention.

Powering GH2

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 17:01:00 +0000

I have important question.

Is it enough to supply 7.2V from external battery.
Or 8.4V as in original power supply is required?

fail with hacking...gh2 not turning on...

rezyserzycia — Fri, 28 Mar 2014 09:01:11 +0000

Hi guys. I was hacking my gh2 for maybe 5th time and I forget about that inside is not a oryginal battery... The camera shot down and its not turning on :(

it the end right know ? nothing to do? :(

Using Steadicam Merlin with GH3. Anyone have any recipes for balancing?

tylerknight — Sat, 02 Nov 2013 10:34:13 +0000

Hello fellow ghers!

I just acquired a Steadicam Merlin (first edition) for a very good price and I'm having some trouble balancing it.

On the website they have "recipes" for the gh1 and gh2 which are similar enough to each other, but the GH3 is a totally different body shape and weight and is proving to be quite difficult to find the sweet spot.

GH2 Exposure lock?

fatpig — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 05:07:13 +0000

Hello,

I was wondering, if there is any way to stop GH2 from constantly changing exposure when lighting changes?
It is indicated by a little bar on the bottom which goes from -3 to +3 if i correctly remember

thanks!

Custom GH2 Patch question

Brian_Siano — Mon, 17 Mar 2014 13:51:19 +0000

I've found that I generally use my GH2 in two situations: documentary and live-event coverage at 30 fps, and high-quality cinematography at 24 fps.

For the former, I want the camera to be able to shoot for long periods of time (spanning), and it's nice to get good quality, so I usually use the Cake 2.3 patch in these circumstances. Higher bitrates, reliable spanning.

For the high-quality stuff, I'll be using a high-bitrate hack (Intravenus 2 seems to be my best bet), and while spanning is desirable, it's not strictly necessary.

Is it possible to create a patch where these are combined? When I shoot at 30fps, it uses Cake 2.3 settings, and when I shoot at 24fps, it works like Intravenus 2?

Amazing GH2 4k timelapse video

GravitateMediaGroup — Wed, 30 Oct 2013 00:18:19 +0000

not my video

This is in my top 5 favorite creations to come from a gh2. the shot at 0:20 is EPIC, along with the clip of a storm rolling in at 2:20

lol -->"610GB worth of photos" he list just about every other tech spec/location on vimeo.

For Sale: GH2 for $399

matt_gh2 — Tue, 03 Dec 2013 10:59:00 +0000

I'm selling a GH2 for $399, shipping is free.

Last Day to Help GH2 User Win Song Contest!

thepalalias — Wed, 30 Oct 2013 15:36:57 +0000

UPDATE: The contest ends on November 8th, so please help by clicking the link, watching the music video and sharing it if you like it!

http://songwriter.revimage.com/channels/JoannaStClaire

If the music video wins for Joanna, it means a chance to work with Don Was (one of the most prolific and acclaimed producers out there) and money to help create additional music. She spent years on the album this video comes from and is an incredibly warm and talented person, so your help would be really appreciated by both of us.

Now here's some more text for everyone else about a project I worked on at various points from 2007 to last week. :)

Quick intro: I'm Per Lichtman, the guy that found the audio settings values now used in the majority of modern GH2 hacked settings, thanks to @Vitaliy_Kiselev making it possible to test and modify them. I've also participated in a lot settings comparison tests and talked way too much over the years. :)

Last year I directed a music video for a song I also worked heavily on the music side with. It was called "Listen to the Sound" by Joanna St. Claire and it finally got put up at http://songwriter.revimage.com/channels/JoannaStClaire in conjunction with a contest Joanna St. Claire recently entered. I wanted to help her out in the contest and share some of my experiences with the GH2 community at the same time.

The video is shot using a mixture of GH2 with the Driftwood Canis Majoris Night settings, as well as a RED Scarlet and Cooke lens courtesy of OnTheMarkMedia.net. There are also one or two shots with a Canon HV30.

The grading was done by Dimitrios Papagiannis ( @Bueller) in DaVinci Resolve using the Cineform codec as a digital intermediate. Ashley Nunn and Karla Usagi provided additional support carrying things as well as behind the scenes photography for one or two of the days. In other words, shooting often consisted of just me and the artist.

The shoot was done entirely using natural light, without reflectors or any other aids, on an extremely tight schedule and filmed almost entirely around sunset over the course of multiple days. The shots featuring water were done in a region where there is not normally a body of water: it was there for the first time in about a decade due to unusually high level of precipitation. The lake evaporated in a matter of weeks.

The lenses used on the GH2 were a Rokkor Minolta-mount 58mm f/1.4 and a Tokina 28mm Minolta-mount f/2.8. Various Tiffen contrast filters were used at certain point on the GH2. To the best of my memory, no filters were used on the Cooke lens for the Scarlet.

I will be posting more information (such as which shots are which) depending on what the interest level warrants.

The re-mastered album that the video goes with is "Stream HD Master", which we recently released in full-fidelity 96 KHz at 24-bit depth dynamic range. You can find it at https://joannastclaire.bandcamp.com/

It's been one of my favorite musical experiences so far. It also one of the ones were I've worn the most hats (recording engineer, mixing engineer, mastering engineer, creative consultant, album cover photographer, music video director, editor, etc.) that I can think of so far. :)

Blind Faith - (2012) Shot On GH2's

DRIZZLE01 — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 12:16:26 +0000

Hello everyone we made this short a few years ago and after doing the festival circuits we have now made it public.

We shot this on hacked GH2s, I cant remember which hack we used but I believe it was one of the early Driftwood ones. A big thanks to Vitaliy and Driftwood: enabling us to turn our little cameras into cinema machines!!!!

Blind Faith:

Thanks, Dave