Blackmagic Cinema Camera Underwater Test (BMCC vs PMW200)

*UPDATE* 12th Feb 2014
After receiving my new Mac Pro I've been able to process the RAW and ProRes files with ease. I am now beginning to think that the banding shown on this video and my other tests was due to my workflow, but I need to do more testing to be sure. When my schedule allows I will test and update this further.
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By no means is this a definitive test, but it does provide an interesting comparison between the BMCC EF and Sony PMW200 when shooting underwater.
I am in the process of writing up a full review of the BMCC and will post links when complete.
Filmed at Isla Guadalupe, Mexico.
Filmed with:
BMCC EF Mount
Tokina 10-17mm
Nauticam BMCC Underwater Housing (Prototype)
Zen 4'' mini Dome Port
Sony PMW200
Gates PMW200 Underwater Housing
Gates EM43 External Monitor
Standard Port

[@feinproductions1]

Simon would love to hear about your experience with the BMCC underwater. I'm thinking about the nauticam housing as I already have a BMCC......

[@simonspear]

Hi Ian. I've not had a chance to use the BMCC again underwater, but I have just used the BMPCC for a week and overall I was impressed with the results you can get as long as you have some grading skills! I am writing up the review now and should have it online by next week.

[@feinproductions1]

Simon Spear That would be awesome to take a look at, I'm very interested in what this thing looks like under water. I would also love to hear your take on the nauticam housing and how that works....thanks!

[@simonspear]

Ian Fein Hi Ian. The review is online and can be found at www.viewfromtheblue.blogspot.com Part 1 is the BMCC, Part 2 the BMPCC. Some of it overlaps so I'd recommend reading both.

[@HuFilms]

Simon Spear I have the 2.5 and 4k, great cams. Simon I assume the screen is easy to view underwater? also, what filter do you use to 'balance' the red channel? gonna read your review now.

[@simonspear]

Hi Hugh. Yes the LCD is pretty clear on the BMCC. My filter of choice would be the URPRO blue water for tropical, but I wasn't able to test that with the BMCC as I couldn't use it with the Tokina 10-17 (no filter thread) or the BMPCC (my filter was too big for he port that I used). I think the review covers most things but any questions please ask! Still learning how to get the best results from them underwater... Cheers, Simon

[@ozgurgedikoglu]

Great job Mr Spear. Thank you!

[@burnieclimber]

nice job cutting to the music

[@espenrekdal9515]

Hey Simon. Couldn't really see a big difference between the raw footage and the PMW200 here on youtube. WB a little off on the prores files though. Looking forward to your review. Thanks!

[@simonspear]

Hi Espen. Yes its not a great upload, very blocky and lots of banding. I'll try to re-encode and upload a new version over the weekend. Cheers, Simon

[@владимирполяков-э1ж]

отличное видео...попробовать...бы....

[@feinproductions1]

Simon just wanted to share my own highlights video from the first shoot with the NA-BMCC. This was all shot in Prores not in RAW in Malaga Spain, Fein Productions Underwater Highlights

[@simonspear]

Hi Ian. Fragile Legacy looks like a very worthy project. Keep up the great work! Cheers, Simon

[@lubesicle]

ha great. loved it

[@fabbrifabbri1225]

Hello. thanks for the video... nice footage!!!!! Wich camera is the best for you? Wich one with higher resolution? thank you a lot

[@MmorpgPRO93]

name of the first music? ANd second too? plzzz ?

[@oceanic16]

Would love to know your thoughts on raw video workflow, resource requirements and any battery issues. Thanks.

[@oceanic16]

....oh and image stabilization challenges..

[@simonspear]

oceanic16 I've actually just managed to finish my full review which you can find at www.viewfromtheblue.blogspot.com . Part 1 is the BMCC, Part 2 the BMPCC, but some of it overlaps and is relevant to both so I'd definitely recommend reading both. Hope this helps!

the end is the best!!! hahaahah