http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ Videomaker Forums » Forum: Panasonic - Recent Topics en Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:46:34 +0000 http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/problems-after-converting-video-file#post-50043 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 23:44:06 +0000 yeeman 50043@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> My Panasonic HDC-HS100 video clips come out as m2ts files. ( I use the included software to transfer files to my laptop ) When I use my Roxio Creator 2009 to convert the file to AVI, there's often a video clip with no audio. Aggravating as HELL !!! Panasonic says that it is a common problem with 3rd party software. It's basically hit or miss when I convert to AVI....there's no predicting when a file will be screwed up !!! Panasonic says to use their program &amp; create an MPEG2 file ,then have Roxio convert it. Will MPEG2 to AVI be a lower quality file ?</p> <p>Is there ANY program that will take the Panasonic HD file &amp; successfully convert it to AVI the first time ?</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/panasonic-ag-hmc40-camcorder#post-52236 Sat, 14 Nov 2009 06:05:11 +0000 1zed4u 52236@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Does anyone here own a Panasonic AG-HMC40? If so, I was wondering how you'd compare it to other camcorders as far as video quality. I ordered one recently and have yet to recieve it so I'm looking forward to trying it out. I've always wanted a decent 3 chip HD camera with pro manual controls. I own two cameras that are three chip that I've aquired through the years; the Sony VX2000 and the Sony FX7. Unfortunately I've been dissappointed with the quality of video of both these cameras but recently I bought the 2009 Canon HG-20 and was blown away. It only has one CMOS chip but the video quality is nothing short of breathtaking. I've been reading recently about Panasonic and the fact that they are producing some high quality HD cameras as well. That's why I decided to purchase the &lt;span class="main"&gt;<strong>Panasonic</strong>  <strong>AG-HMC40</strong> Camcorder. If anyone here has one and can let me know what you think about it, thanks in advance. &lt;/span&gt;</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/150-vs-170#post-51999 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:52:08 +0000 Suz 51999@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I am ready to invest in a camera, I am vacillating  between these two cameras. I was drawn to the 150 because the price is very reasonable and is there a big difference in image quality between the two ACVHD  or DVCPRO HD, student - focus is documentary (possible narrative on the side) </p> <p> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/ag-hmc70u#post-51599 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:32:12 +0000 Cville 51599@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I was curious if anyone has used the panasonic Ag HMC70U. </p> <p>Almost everyweek someone on these forums asks what camera to buy and I ran across this unit on B&amp;H (link below).  It has tapeless workflow, 3CCD, and XLR inputs all for $1695.00 which is a lot of what people are looking for so I was curious what people thought about it.</p> <p>&lt;span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"&gt;&lt;span&gt;<a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/547680-REG/Panasonic_AG_HMC70U_AG_HMC70U_Shoulder_Mounted_Camcorder.html#reviews">http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/547680-REG/Panasonic_AG_HMC70U_AG_HMC70U_Shoulder_Mounted_Camcorder.html#reviews</a>&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/hmc40-038-youtube#post-51561 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 19:05:26 +0000 ravencr 51561@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hello everyone,<br /> I'm heading out on a 3 week shooting time, and the HMC40 and higher than consumer-tech video is new to me, including my HMC40. I shoot nearly all high speed action footage, and these next few weeks will be mostly shot with great sunlight a the dunes, desert, rock crawling, etc. I typically like to incorporate slow motion into my edited video, so my initial thought is to shoot in 720/60p. Is this the correct thinking? Or, should I be shooting in 1080/60i? I've been told that if shooting for slow motion, use a shutter speed of 1/120 in 720/60p, and 1/60 pretty much no matter what in 1080/60i. To me, based on my experience with my D300 still camera, those shutter speeds are only helpful if I'm wanting to blur the image slightly, or the wheels/tires spinning when panning, but is this different for a camcorder?<br /> Then, my next question is what format to export using Adobe Premier CS4 for use primarily for youtube? I want the best format possible for the cleanest, best looking video on Youtube. Is there a format that YouTube won't compress, such as if I export using f4v or flv, for example? And, if so or not, what codec, bitrate, size, etc would you recommend for optimal playback on youtube?<br /> Secondly, given the above, I'll also want to put this footage on DVD for my customers to use a sale/marketing pieces. Will this play a role as to what format to be shooting in, or do I just pick the best format for the web, then just output it the way it needs to be for the DVD after outputting the footage for the web?<br /> Thanks in advance for the help...<br /> Chris</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/panasonic-hmc150-vs#post-45614 Wed, 08 Apr 2009 11:13:15 +0000 dearcharlie 45614@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>hello.. im interested in buying a camera for freelancing.. my friend has the HMC150 and i was pretty impressed with it.. can anyone please give me any info on this camera, or maybe some pros and cons about it.</p> <p> im looking to purchase something in the same price range as the HMC150.. is this camera worth the money? please rate this camera for me.. or if you know of something better in the same price category please tell me</p> <p> i dont know alot about cameras to be honest because im editing for a living and occasionaly do camera work  for fashion shows ect..</p> <p> </p> <p>thank you very much</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/where-to-find-panasonic-ag450-manual#post-51401 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:56:41 +0000 fcorrea 51401@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I was gifted with a Panasonic AG 450, even when it's an old S-VHS the quality of the image is superb. I need a user manual in order to get the most from it. Maybe someone out there can help me to find the manual?</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/tm300-questions#post-51068 Fri, 25 Sep 2009 04:47:04 +0000 jhsidoc 51068@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Just got the cam and so far seems great. Wondering if others who have it might answer me 2 questions:</p> <p>1. Do you record first onto the internal then the SD or vice versa?</p> <p>2. Do you recommend buying the 2nd battery as another small one (same as what came with) or upgrading to the larger very expensive one?</p> <p>Thanks. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/low-light-dvx100b#post-51033 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:44:24 +0000 Mr.Jeff 51033@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>If you have some low light shots with the dvx100b in the raw(i.e. without extra lights, lenses, etc) please provide a link below...I am considering this camera for taping bands from the rear of a nightclub</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/manually-zooming-in-servo-mode#post-50708 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 21:56:01 +0000 NathanBlair 50708@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hey, I own a Panasonic AG-HVX200. Somebody asked me this today, and made me curious...</p> <p>With this camera, of course there is a manual zoom mode, which allows free movement of the zoom ring for quick snap-zooms. But also, when you set it to Servo, you are still able to manually zoom with the ring, it's just a little stiffer. The question is, does it harm the mechanics of the zoom lens to operate it by the ring when its set to Servo Zoom mode? </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/panasonic-sdr-sw20#post-50558 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:12:30 +0000 mikeyy 50558@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hi guys. Does anyone owns the Pansonic SDR-SW20? I want to know what u think about this underwater camcorder. Ty</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/hours-op-drum-thread-tape#post-50416 Fri, 28 Aug 2009 18:32:19 +0000 SmHoop 50416@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hello all, </p> <p>I am trying to figure out how to find out the Hours, Op., Drum, Thread, Tape on my Panasonic DVD Pro 25 AJD - 700p camcorders. Can anyone help out with this? A very detailed description of how to find all these would be amazing as these aren't my camcorders and I am not familiar with them :) </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/issue-with-bracket-adaptor#post-50367 Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:10:51 +0000 vladmartinez 50367@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hello :<br /> I have just purchased an external mic (audiotechnika AT897) for my camcorder Panasonic gs230.</p> <p>In front of these elements I realized I cannot put the mic on my camcorder due to the incompability between the mic support and the camcorder bracket.</p> <p>I'd like to know if someone has an idea in order to put the mic on the camera ?<br /> I've seen on ebay some external brackets which could be a great solution but the format is exactly the same as the camcorder bracket...</p> <p>How to do then ?<br /> All ideas are welcome ... thanks </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/panasonic-hdc-hs250-editing-software#post-50072 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 16:46:10 +0000 tlhatton 50072@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I have recorded a 2 hr video and made CDs but was unable to bring the video in HD into Premiere to edit and to combind clips is there a editing software out there that is free or cheep that someone can recomend. At the same time is there tutorial that can help in using the software and also the Panasonic HDC-HS250. Thank you all for your help.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/av-broadcasting-to-computer#post-49446 Fri, 24 Jul 2009 18:15:20 +0000 stillingerlr 49446@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> any suggestions on equipment for an AV wireless transmitter from camcorder to computer for live feeds?</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/video-is-missing-audio#post-49235 Fri, 17 Jul 2009 11:55:11 +0000 yeeman 49235@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>My Panasonic HDC-HS100 camcorder has it's own software to transfer video files....they come out as m2ts files. Roxio Creator 2009 will automtically convert it to some mpeg format before I can edit it or burn it to disc.</p> <p>For some SICK reason, one file out of several will end up with NO audio.....usually the first file out of the bunch.<br />( all video clips recorded the same day will end up in one folder ). I know that when I change the extension to AVI, I can play the file on my Sony laptop ( Vista/32 bit ).....so, it seems that the original file's audio is OK. Since I changed the extension, the file is basically unusable now, you can just play it, you can't drag it into Roxio.....I still have the original m2ts file of course. Playing from the camera to a monitor displays no problem with the audio &amp; video. I don't get it.....why would just the first clip be corrupt ??<br />I could still use Panasonic's software to burn directly from the camera to my laptop, but it takes quite a while &amp; I need a dual layer disc for 90 mins. of original video.<br />This has happened with 90 min to 120 min. video shoots.....which yield several video clips automatically. It didn't seem to be a problem with 2 min. clips.<br />Re-cap: The original ( 30 min. ? ) video file file seems OK, but, Roxio seems to convert this one clip without audio....where could the problem be ???? It was suggested that I record a short video clip first before the actual recording so "that" practice piece of video will end up with no audio instead of the important footage.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/panasonic-pv-gs320#post-37808 Mon, 30 Jun 2008 17:12:27 +0000 nickxjones 37808@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I am currently making a crane that I will mount my GS320 which will have a small monitor down near the fulcrum so I can see what is on screen. Since the camera is going to be ~5' away from me, I will obviously need to use a remote device to zoom and operate the menu. I was wondering if there is anyway I can dismantle the remote that came with this camera (Model # N2QAEC000021) and make a box with various controls on it, such as zoom, play, rewind, etc. An example of the type of box I am talking about can be seen in the picture included in this post.</p> <img src="http://www.softweigh.com/video/final3.jpg" /> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/pv-gs500-mini-dvc-headphone-use#post-48943 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 19:56:44 +0000 CLIFF 48943@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hi: This is my first attempt in contacting the <strong><em>FORUM</em></strong>.    My prpoblem:</p> <p>Can anyone tell me how I can couple into the <strong><em>AUDIO.VISUAL/S VIDEO OUTPUT TERMINAL</em></strong> for the purpose of monitoring the sound whilst recording? This is essential when using multiple mics. Have missed out on many good efforts due to poor connections in the cable connections. Not known until <strong><em>PLAYBACK!</em></strong></p> <p>The supplied <strong><em>MULTI CABLE</em></strong> <strong><em>is basically for DVD or VCR Dubbing</em></strong> - but tapping the<strong><em> 'audio line'</em></strong> to headphones works - but very awkward to use.</p> <p>Is there a dedicated <strong><em>CABLE for HEADPHONE</em></strong> use available. Your help will be greatly appreciated. </p> <p>Thank you, and regards  CLIFF   </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/panasonic-hdc-tm-300-camcorder#post-48518 Sun, 28 Jun 2009 11:54:42 +0000 donaldghtan 48518@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Hello,</p> <p>I just joined this forum. Any users of this new AVCHD Camcorder?</p> <p>Regards</p> <p>Donald G.H Tan</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/20-quintessential-discount-to-hd-expos-p2-camp#post-45250 Sat, 28 Mar 2009 00:35:00 +0000 Quintessential Studios 45250@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p><strong>If you are interested in attending any of the two upcoming HD Expo P2 Camps.<br /> </strong> </p> <p> <strong>Check this link out for a discount promo code. You have to call in to get the discount. Promo code: "Quintessential"</p> <p>registration number: 818-842-6611<br /> </strong></p> <p> <strong><a href="http://wordpress.quintessentialstudios.net/index.php">http://wordpress.quintessentialstudios.net/</a><br /> </strong></p> <p> <strong>To learn more about P2 Camp:</p> <p><a href="http://www.hdexpo.net/education/p2/index.html">http://www.hdexpo.net/education/p2/index.html</a></strong></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/dvx100b-or-hv30#post-43816 Thu, 12 Feb 2009 08:54:20 +0000 mathyou 43816@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> hey my friend is selling his DVX100b for $900 and im thinking about buying it. its practically brand new hardly used.</p> <p>but some people have told me that the hv30 is better.</p> <p>which camera is the better purchase??? any help is greatly appreciated</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/lcd-ribbon-cable-repair#post-44862 Mon, 16 Mar 2009 15:41:53 +0000 G Man 44862@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hello,</p> <p> Recently, the LCD cable on my Panasonic PVGS-35 camcorder wore in to, and I'd like to know if this would be something that I could easily fix myself? Also, where could I buy this part from other than Panasonic?</p> <p>I called Panasonic about the problem, but it would cost me close to what I paid for it new for them to fix it. So, if I can find the part to fix it I'm going to try and do it myself. I'm not sure if the part I'm looking for is called an LCD ribbon cable or not? It's the tiny cable that comes from inside the camera connecting to the LCD. It is very thin, too! It had a black protective coating over it and it flaked off and I can see the thin brown ribbon cable worn in to.</p> <p>I believe I can fix it easily myself and am willing to try. If I can't fix it then I guess I'll just have to go with another brand of camcorder for my next purchase! Panasonic's lower-end camcorders feel like toys!</p> <p>Any help would be greatly appreciated.</p> <p>Thanks and take care</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/hvx200a-easy-questions#post-45240 Fri, 27 Mar 2009 20:12:27 +0000 cybor462 45240@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Hi all I am back again. Just got this cam and I am still learning it. My big question is the stock charger that comes with it says 330 min. for a full charge. Does anyone know if this charger senses the charge in the battery and compensates with a shorter charge time?</p> <p>Also could I use another Pansonic charger, has identical numbers as far as input and output and the same lug setup for the battery same mount style. I do not know pinout though and was curious if there were any way of finding this out. I could really use another charger so I can charge up 2 batteries at once.</p> <p>Thanks</p> <p> </p> <p>Jim</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/panasonic-ag-hmc70#post-36442 Mon, 12 May 2008 13:19:34 +0000 film814 36442@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Has anyone used the Panasonic AG-HMC70?  It's a 1080i AVCHD shoulder mounted cam that records to SDHC cards.  It also has XLR inputs and BNC out.  For the price ($2100) it looks like it might be a good entry HD camcorder.  Just wondering if anyone had used it.</p> <p>Jeremy</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/panasonic-038-vista-problem#post-43418 Wed, 28 Jan 2009 20:00:37 +0000 yeeman 43418@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I've been on the phone for hours with Sony &amp; Panasonic with dead end results. My new Vaio FW laptop with Vista business cannot even detect a firewire connection from my Panasonic PV-DV910.(10 years old ) I'm trying to use Windows Movie Maker.From what I've seen in various forums &amp; research, I'm probably "SOL" &amp; either have to buy a new camcorder or settle for working with a PC with XP..........what a drag. Any suggestions ?</p> <p>                                             Thanx..............I'll just sit on the curb &amp; cry.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/an-hvx200a-on-zoommania-for-274900#post-44165 Tue, 24 Feb 2009 14:42:33 +0000 enzorenzo 44165@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>My original plan was to get a an HVX as my primary camera and then a Cannon XHA1 as backup. But then a google search led me to prices as low as $2,700 for an HVX200A. Which would make it about the same price as the XHA1. Does anybody have experience with there lower price tags? There's got to be a catch, right?</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-videographer-in-san-mateo-ca-area#post-44096 Sat, 21 Feb 2009 19:47:00 +0000 brian2day 44096@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I need a pro with Panasonic Hi Def equipment this coming Wednesday for a shoot near San Mateo.   Email  <a href="mailto:brian@newwestmedia.tv">brian@newwestmedia.tv</a></p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/panasonic-sdr-h40-to-adobe-premire-5#post-43439 Thu, 29 Jan 2009 20:44:19 +0000 Tomcat10sp 43439@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I currently have a Panasonic pV-GS35 Mini DV camcorder.  I use Adobe Premire Elements to edit some home movies. We purchased the combo Photoshop/Elements package.  I have abut 35 - 40 tapes downloaded to my (Very large Drives)</p> <p>I am thinking about buying a new Camcorder with a hards drive. But I cannot find anthing about downloading from the Panasonic sdr-h40 to adobe premire elements 5.</p> <p>I have found information the tells me the files are MOA &amp; MOI formats and not compatable with adobe.  I have been told the camera will allow you to select how to save the files. </p> <p>I am pretty sure using my current set up they are loaded to the computer as .AVI files. </p> <p>I just want everything to be the same.</p> <p>SO can someone recomend a harddrive camcorder they have done this with.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/is-the-ag-dvx100-good-for-use-with-green-screen#post-43835 Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:58:29 +0000 AmyRuhl 43835@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hello,</p> <p>First off, thank you very much for looking at my post.  I am going to be starting a project that is shot entirely against green screen.  I'm wondering if anyone has experience  shooting with the ag-dvx100 and getting a good key?  If so, I would much appreciate any tips, warnings, etc. that you could pass on.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/compare-dvx-100b-and-dvc80#post-40232 Fri, 19 Sep 2008 17:17:03 +0000 DemetriD60 40232@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Hey everybody, Im new to the forum and need some advice. I have the option to purchase both a DVX-100B used at a relatively good price and a DVC80 at probably a better price. I'm going to film school in a couple months at full sail here in orlando. I like to make shorts (simple) and shoot wakeskating videos as well as the occasional product demonstration or advertising video, just to explain my needs in a camera. I have used the DVX-100B an love the features and professional feel and operation of the camera. How do the two compare in features, overall use, and quality? Any info is great. </p> <p>Thanks</p> <p>Demetri </p>