Just call me Myles Villeneuve. Next film will be a car themed after the dune worm, that looks like you're riding it.

Glad you enjoyed it, thank you!

Thanks! I've used goodsync with external drives (HDD or SSD) and it's worked, so it should be okay? I often set up a temporary sync between two external drives just to make sure the files are the same for a backup when on a job.

The original c300 is a beast. Most camera's since that day have all aged really well. I also find mostly 1080p delivery, but you can also add some sharpening and get a passable 4k delivery. Thanks for the comment!

Thank you!

Your best bet is to dig and see you can find any room tone within your footage aka at the front and back of clips or sometimes in between takes. You can daisy chain and then combine these clips into one "complete" room tone file if you want. Be mindful that some tinkering is required and correct fades between clips are NECESSARY for this to work. Of course, if you are lucky you can maybe go back to the location and get similar sounding room tone but this can get sketchy

I've always called my C100mkii a workhorse camera and it's really stuck true to that name, even all these years later. I can't remember why the shots weren't at native ISO but you're totally right, it would have been better. Although with the C100mkii because it's 8-bit, I've found that because the dynamic range isn't huge to begin with, it's less punishing than other cameras to be off the native ISO. For fun, if you check out the first Flying Canoe video on my channel, that was filmed at 8000 ISO on the C100mkii and it still looks pretty reasonable, lol. Thanks for the comment DH!

@@MylesBelland Just curious, how are you liking shooting RAW with the C200? I'm currently wrestling with picking up a C200 or BMPCC 6K Pro. Intermediate codecs for the win? Also, as I understand it, it's really necessary to get the exposure right with Canon when shooting RAW. Thoughts?

Thanks WoodenCreationz! I appreciate the love and positive support :) I've been delayed from making videos for a while here, but this is just the kind of comment that's helping me get back to it :)

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It was a 10/10 pizza! You'll have to try it out and let me know how it goes! :)

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I'm happy to hear that it's still adding value all these years later. Thanks for letting me know Leigh Anne Hey Nineteen67!

Am human, not fancy AI. Yet...

We’re helping the next generation out!! Thanks Andrew ☺️

That seems too good to be true -- probably scam. You could try and contact the seller, but is it worth the whole hassle? For me, buying used cameras I would always want to get hands on to make sure I'm comfortable with it and to run my own tests. My mindset is, if a client is depending on me for this, I need to depend on this camera.

@@MylesBelland yeah, I contacted the seller and he never responded. I'm guessing it had some sort of interior issue with the sensor or processor that he didn't disclose. Somebody else bought it though, hopefully they'll be able to use it

@@LearningCurveTech Yeah, totally. Interesting. Looking at the prices on eBay that's 1/3 what they go for which is suspicious. A couple hundred off, maybe. You want the camera to work for you though, and not come at a discount because the sensor is scratched, etc. Also have to consider if this is a camera you can afford to deal with issues if you're buying economical. Say for example you have an A camera and this is a B camera, you might be willing to put up with the used process. Personally for my work I would rather pay the full rate for "peace of mind" that it's 100% quality shape and if there's issues I can talk to the store. But I've heard people getting good used deals before so definitely do what works for you!

@@MylesBelland one more question. Do you think a C100 mark ll is worth it if I already have a Gh5? I want something with a more ergonomic design and cinema features

@@LearningCurveTech For sure man, happy to answer your questions :) I love my C100mkii. I think if you know what to expect and you know it's limitations you can still get a lot out of this camera, even in 2023. That's a camera that if you can get a good deal on, could be a big upgrade. From the GH5, the built in ND's, XLR inputs, and eyepiece/erganomics is a game changer upgrade. I checked out your GH5 video and saw you into wedding filmmaking - this would be a great place the C100mkii excels. I find it's a really clean image, even up to 8000ISO. And long battery life. I've said it since the day I bought mine, it's a real workhorse camera. Maybe not the most sexy but definitely puts in work. And that shows that I'm still using it to this day. Each camera has its place in your kit, and the C100mkii is still a solid camera. Just don't expect that it will excel at everything because it's a "cinema" camera. The basics of good filmmaking always apply. It's not stabilized, doesn't have face AF, and has 8-bit image. So you have to know that and work with it. But honestly, a C100mkii with a shotgun mic and lav on the hotshot is still a sweet setup. Especially with the eyepiece and the grip, it becomes part of your arm. That's a few thoughts, haha. Hope that helps my man! :)

Thanks Akshay, appreciate it :)

Hey Alan! Glad you found the video helpful and I'm excited for you with your C100mkii! I think it's a great entry point into the Cinema line of cameras even in 2023. Built in XLR, ND's alone make such a big difference, especially on documentaries. If you decide to shoot CLOG, my advice is to remember that you're only getting a slight dynamic range boost. Try to expose well for your skin tones and avoid big dynamic range challenges, or commit to focusing on the highlights or shadows. That's the C100mkii's sweet spot. You'll get a really nice image from the C100mkii and if you do upgrade, it will only give you more latitude and flexibility with those skills.

@@MylesBelland thank you, those are solid advice! been sticking to Wide DR but am thinking of trying the OWLBOT profile for this camera. btw, do you have a recommendation for a super zoom lens? i currently have the canon stm 18-135 but am debating about trying out the tamron 16-300. this would mainly be for shooting in unpredictable/documentary type stuff. otherwise i got my sigma 18-35 and an assortment of other lenses. open to suggestions for lenses in general!

@@AlanChunkyMunky Hmm, good question. Honestly, my C100mkii lives with the 17-55mm f/2.8 canon lens. I absolutely love that combo. With the crop it's basically a 24-70. Super versatile. For wides I use the 10-18mm. Most doc stuff you won't need a long lens for unless you're trying to film something far away but definitely use what works for you!

Thanks Backseat, that means a lot!! This one took a lot more of my heart for sure. After I released this video I talked to a friend who had only seen the show. They were really impressed by how they took such a unique character and re-mould them into a much more nuanced and inspiring way. That's one of the most interesting thing about this series is hearing the thoughts of Show only, Game only, and Show + Game viewers. (and a few who don't even watch at all but are curious about my videos!)

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Haha, thanks Backseat! I thought it was scaring enough that it didn't need to be a focal point. The show is stressful enough, I'm trying to balance it with some levity in my series. :p One interesting piece that I did come across in my research is that for that "kiss scene", it is actually filmed like a classic filmmaking romance scene. They use nice soft lighting on the characters, warm backlights, soft, slow movements, etc. Which is what makes it feel so repulsive in this context! I've had a few people message me the same about Ep 3. About to watch it today. Oh boy! Thanks for coming back and watching :)

Hi GUI! Good question. I sort of made this video to ask myself the same question and here's where I ended up. If you own a C100mkii and you're looking to upgrade, I would strongly consider the C70 over the C200 except for a few reasons. Reason 1 would be you can get a great price on the C200. Reason 2 would be you wan to film handheld, and the ergonomics are better for a shoulder rig right out of camera. Aside from that, I feel like the C70 outclasses the C200 in every way, and the C100mkii to C200 felt more like a marginal upgrade. For me, I wanted to have 4k 10bit for more latitude filming, and the sensor in the C70 has a beautiful dynamic range. Coming from the C100mkii that was my biggest limitations: dynamic range and 8bit codec. The C200 sensor can shoot 4k, but its dynamic range and overall image was still too similar to the C100mkii for me. That is unless you're shooting RAW but then you're into a whole different workflow which will cost you a lot more to work with, and at that point you're at the price of the C70 which can do it better out of camera. I've shot videos on the C100mkii in 1080, added some sharpening and exported in 4k and no one has ever noticed so that was less of a draw for me, but still really nice to have. I love how light and modular the C70 is. You can use it bare bones in a backpack, or rig it up as a big cinema. The C200 feels like you have to keep it in that cinema area because it is a heavier camera. You also have to use Allen key to add the monitor arm and monitor. But like I said, if you can get your hands on a C200 at a good price, or you prefer the ergonomics of how it works with your process, it could be a nice upgrade.

@@MylesBelland Thanks so much for the explanation!

Thanks Mark Winget! It's some work to put together all the pieces but your support makes it worth it! :)

Thanks Backseat, that means a lot! I'm enjoying the process of making these videos so I appreciate your kind words :)

Thanks Duff TV! I own a C70 now also and I really enjoy it. You've played with both so you probably have your own thoughts but I'm split on the form factor. The C70 is great because you can pack it so easy in a bag when you strip it down. I always had a hard time making the C100 fit in my pelican because of the eyepiece and the awkward shape it makes. On the flip side, there are times when I miss the C100's eyepiece. Having a viewfinder to press against your body is great for stability and also making sure your shots are in focus. Always pros and cons. No one size fits all I guess! -- Noted on the focus, haha :p

@@MylesBelland I have a Zucuto ZFinder, the one that slips over the lcd of the c70. It totally transforms the lcd into an awesome VF. It really works a treat and I leave it permanently on the camera

@@DuffTV Ah I've looked at those, that's good to know. I've been using an external monitor so far but I'll look into that. Thanks for the tip!

Thanks Demian!

Hi Willie! To the best of my memory, the C100mkii doesn't have touch screen autofocus, only the C200. You can program a button on the C100mkii to autofocus when you press, or set it to always centre weighted. Only the C200 gets the fancy touchscreen. In my experience using it, it works great! But it's best used in a situation where you can take the time to tap to focus (ie. tripod). Hope that helps!

Haha, if that works for you that's great! enjoy the ritual of grinding my own coffee and making a pour over.

@@MylesBelland I do as well, when I have time. But always appreciate great coffee, hence Nespresso. No other coffee company compares as to product quality and taste.

You're totally right about that, thanks for the correction Alex!

Hey Sylvester! Don't know if you figured this out yet but I just saw your comment. Grabbed my C100mkii and tried in in WDR with the cap on at 850 iso and it looked normal. And it's only in WDR profile, not Cinema? If the problem follows you from picture profile to picture profile, I would guess it's an issue with the Sensor. Might be good to talk to Canon. Feel free to send me a pic and I can try and help you troubleshoot mate.

@@MylesBelland Thanks for responding, I ended up sending the camera back and just bought a brand new c100 Mark II, you can still see it in WDR and Cinema mode but its less visible.

@@ElyJrTheatre Sylvester! That's wild mate. Glad to hear you figured it out and were able to make some steps towards a better solution!

@@MylesBelland yeah going forward I think I’ll always buy a camera new and never get a used one again, lol

The C200 is super weird because you really have 2 choices - Maximum Quality RAW, or Low Quality 8-bit. Ergonomically the C200 was in a good sweet spot though, agreed. I know a couple of people who use the C200 to really amplify their careers because of all of the benefits. Hope you enjoy your Sony's!

@@MylesBelland Can you explain how they used it to amplify their careers? Thanks!

That's actually a very clever way to fix this issue. I've never dabbled in Audacity so I'll have to give it a try!

Thanks Jason!

Haha, you know, I just bought a C70 and you're right on it. If you could have the specs of the C70 with the eyepiece and screen of the C100mkii, and the face/eye AF of the EOSR it would be happy days. Overall I enjoy the C70 a lot, but the one downside is the LCD screen isn't very bright and without an eyepiece like the C100mkii, daylight filming is challenging. Thanks for sharing! :)

In the same boat. If they would put the C300 sensor (even the MKII) in an updated C100 and update the autofocus I am a buyer.