“I want a camera that doesn’t get in the way of getting all the shots I can see”. In the real world, the latest lower budget large format cameras can be wonderful and frustrating at the same time. Via an Ozdox session, Erika Addis takes us through the possibilities which are transforming production.
I recently convened the OzDox panel LIFE AFTER THE CANON 5/7 D! which explored some “post 5D / 7D” cameras and recent shooting experiences of three documentary practitioners. Despite Baz putting on a lavish big bash next door to launch his latest epic, and Sydney turning on a stormy night to rival any Melbourne weather event, eighty hardy souls turned out to learn more about what these cameras are and what they can do. We had five cameras in the room ranging in price from $30,000 to $999 including the new lightweight Blackmagic Pocket Camera that is taking the world filmmaking community by storm.
