I made $500 last month. So I bought a Red Cinema Camera.

[@cmh_]

The infamous SSD, the raw patent troll, the ui lag, the impromptu shutdowns and finally the self gaslighting because you know deep inside that it will be a money sink. Congratulation, it's a fire camera, still one of the best actually (if you really need 4k otherwise I'd get a "vintage" Amira). edit: nvm just checked the used Amiras and they almost doubled in price since the last time I checked.

[@aChairLeg]

Honestly, for a proper big boy camera I was thinking a Canon C200 would be the best option. Either that, or just rigging out a S5iix. I don't want to spend $4k on a camera though unless I'm making $4k a week

[@mystarafilms]

Amira's are still widely used in documentary, TV, and indie film, but the same sensor can be had for a fraction of the cost in an Alexa Classic or XT. The downside is that the body only weighs in at about 7.5kg, so you'll spend quite a bit of the money you saved buying support gear like tripods that can actually take the load.

[@DarkTrapStudio]

Yep Canon C200 good choice, Sony got great lattitude but I hate how they process noise, why not an Ursa though ? And I agree, today I can't see a better hybrid camera than the S5IIX.

[@angelov9976]

@@DarkTrapStudio as an Ursa mini pro shooter that has shot alot with both C200's, C100's. FX6's, FS7's, R5C's, FX30's and much much more, the Ursa, atleast for my use, is by far the best choice, also much better performance in low light than the c200 and by far the best colorscience of the bunch.

[@Marauder-q2v]

Ah yes. I’m taking your footage shot by your 4000$ camera to view it in portrait mode on my iPhone at 480p

[@jonnnyra]

That's the way

[@TheGoodContent37]

While on the toilet

[@Marauder-q2v]

@@TheGoodContent37 nah real people are watching this in pitch black and half asleep with brightness cranked as low as humanly possible

[@bardofhighrenown]

That is what Scorsese would want.

[@theryanthomas]

Absolutely fascinated by your thought process on this one. Fair play for going out and buying what you want. But I was so surprised that you don't even shoot aRoll! Enjoy the RED, man. They are glorious machines.

[@TokenTech]

Your videos are so crisp I love it! You put bigger channels to shame and you have a great personality. So glad I found your channel

[@PeterDiBussolo]

I picked up a gemini less than a year ago, prob one of the best purchases I made besides my nikon. I love the form factor and entire ecosystem!

[@wethermon]

Also that advertising plug is how it's done. Bravo. Glad ugreen is helping ya out. I've been buying their gear since they hit the market and were still in Ali. Solid brand imo.

[@mememe37]

What a scam. I would love to get one too, glad you're happy with it!

[@aChairLeg]

Going to be even happier when it's gone!

[@bardofhighrenown]

A fellow camera and computer nerd? Subscribed. It's surprising to me how little overlap there is between cameras and computer people. Enjoy your Red!

[@aChairLeg]

Yeah that is something that surprises me pretty often too honestly

[@randomchannel323]

The problem with affordable cine cameras is the cheaper cinema lenses just aren't very great

[@mystarafilms]

Personally I would never recommend a pre-Komodo RED unless you're a working DoP who already knows it's many foibles. For a hobbiest or up-and-comer wanting to own a cinema camera, Canon's C300 MK2 is a good starting point, or alternatively an older Blackmagic URSA Mini 4.6K (the Pro is better but not essential). Even with those though, the cost of rigging is a major concern, I spent about 3.5x as much on accesssories as I did on my main production camera. And in truth, if you need something better than an URSA Mini it's probably better to just rent it in unless you're doing a ton of paid work with it.

[@artroomx]

Great bro! I recently got a Scarlet W and i couldnt be happier

[@Aetx]

In this episode of GAS someone orders a $4000 camera and has a $300 lens on it 🤩😝

[@MonigMedia]

Dude that is awesome, can't wait for the next uploads. Lenses are where its at

[@allistersvideos]

Same exact experience using my S5 for everything but still needed a Scarlet-X for old time sake . Opted for a very very cheap rig setup from aliexpress: no electronics ef mount/Npf charger/and BM 12G Monitor to rec in BRAW. Does less than putting the monitor on the actual S5 and it's a pain the ass - but feels nicer for some stupid reason

[@graycockerpunch6191]

RED the most overkill camera for youtubers.

[@bottledwaterprod]

I knew the way you said "Rrredmag" where you were going with it. 😂

[@pointy1489]

Bro got REDpilled

[@nickxc]

If you want a fantastic, affordable Cinema camera that isn't a pain to work with, I highly recommend the C300 Mark II with either a Blackmagic video assist for braw or the atomos 7inch recorder that can do prores 422 (shinobi?). You get a 4K super 35 sensor with usable autofocus, internal NDs, and raw recording externally. It's only let down by it's 2K 60p (120p with crop) and now fairly dated internal recording formats. We still shoot with them all the time alongside arri amiras, pocket 6ks, and other canons and they hold up great. There are other amazing old cinema cameras that still produce fantastic images but they're normally difficult to work with now due to old proprietary media thats expensive and hard to find. Like the Sony f55, Panasonic varicam35, and alexa classic

[@aChairLeg]

What about a c200? That was my initial thought

[@nickxc]

@aChairLeg I haven't had any hands-on experience with the c200 but I know it's the same sensor. I think it's biggest advantage is also its biggest difficulty. You either have to work with 8-bit footage or a very heavy raw format that doesn't edit well. The 8 bit footage is still very good but limited, And the raw is very robust, but it's hard to playback and takes a lot of space. The C300 Mark II with external braw is a great stop gap. Very efficient file sizes while being easy to edit. You don't get the full raw controls in the braw panel, but the data is still there so if you adjust colors or exposure it's done non-destructively. That said you're dealing with more parts with the C300 when you have an external recorder and the annoying detachable XLR and screen. (I often run a scratch track to built in 3.5 mm mic jack and run canon's standalone touch screen from the c200) Ultimately I think you'd be happy with either. The c200 will probably slightly to handle and shoot with. The C300 will be easier to manage with file sizes, card swaps, and editing. I think the price difference is mostly negligible because the money you would save on a c200 would end up costing you in hard drives and cfast cards. I'm hoping to post a test between the C300, pocket 6K, and Arri amira soon.

[@SolverData]

If you don't want to keep it, i'd gladly take it :) . No seriously tho, this is the first video I saw of you and I like your humour, +1 sub! The 16 bit raw files might be overkill for KZbin... Pro RES 422 might be more usable by premiere and might save your sanity, you only then need to expose and white balance right. But really nice video!

[@amadii8768]

were we seriously just fed 2 uploads in a week, bro's working overtime for us❤

[@Solidsteel1765]

RED FTW, now get RED Phone

[@randomchannel323]

The shitty Hydrogen one 😂

[@colemowery]

You’re the first person I’ve seen recommend dsmc2 over dsmc1. Most of the used red community claims the 1s are significantly more reliable, largely because of the inherent instability that came with opening the module interface to third parties.

[@MCCmp]

I just bought a Helium beginning of this year and after it died now I got a monstro just for fun. I think almost no camera is as good sensor wise as Monstro. Even not Alexa LF, only 35 :)

[@afseale]

Ohh that T61…….I have a thing for 2012 and older Thinkpad’s! I have an extensive collection ;)

[@randomchannel323]

Blackmagic Pyxis is also a good option at 3k usd

[@Maglcite]

What camera were you using before the red cinema camera? It looks great and i’m assuming it’s not 10k cause you’re the budget youtuber

[@aChairLeg]

Panasonic S5, amazing camera, I got mine for like $700/800.

[@Maglcite]

@@aChairLeg yo thanks mr chair leg, just wanna let you know that i love your videos cause you are actully relatable cause you don’t expect everyone has 4090 and 9950x3d builds

[@reptilespantoso]

I bought a Sony FS100 in 2019. And. But. But........ the image, the image.. It's all worth it. Thanks for the vid. I lolled.

[@darrenhawe]

I, too, enjoy Coyote Island. Went to high school the dude you took the photo of. That was a nice surprise.

[@aChairLeg]

Haha nice! Small world. I chatted with him for a while after, very nice guy

[@matchc0635]

An RED? bro is going to be trolled by their SSDs

[@sparcuhms]

Just get the s5iix and BM video assist 7" 12g Then rig it out simple that's what I use

[@DeFi-Macrodosing]

No need to justify. Enjoy it.

[@CineGui]

Honestly, why not buy a mirrorless camera ? There are great mirrorless cameras now that could easily match that raven for a much better affordable rate. You could have gone for a fx3/sIII or fx30, theyre great little cameras. There also nikon now, who has some overkill cameras with red luts and are just great. I am a Fuji guy, and i would choose my XH2s or even my XT3 any day, over that Raven. But i mean, you could also just want a red! I know the feeling... Its not the logical choice but its a choice and thats ok. Nice video btw

[@TechOverwrite]

Ooo look at Mr Big Bucks KZbinr here. He's forgotten his roots. Next he'll be buying a Porsche. 😮 Joking btw, this was a killer video - speaking as another camera nerd. Great purchase 😊 I currently use a Sony APC-C camera but I could imagine myself getting RED in a few years when I upgrade.

[@EinsNameLezz]

Funny you say that, he could have bought a Porche for the total cost

[@whitebeartigtig]

ah the old red mag storage cards... LTT had the same complaint about those back when they were still using RED cameras. iirc they did manage to get a regular mSATA SSD working, so that might be worth having a look at.

[@mystarafilms]

From what I recall, they also had a laundry list of other issues and ultimately gave up on them and switched to Sony for their day to day production.

[@Aygross]

Hard to beleive this is a better option then a used blackmagic eith normal accessory options.

[@VariTimo]

It’s not.

[@David_Quinn_Photography]

I am a photography nerd and want a red camera so bad but just can't justify paying a months income on a camera when KZbin isn't pitching in.

[@aChairLeg]

It’s not worth it haha trust me

[@coin777]

Can You make a comparison with Your lumix S5? I own one and Im curious.

[@FloFaber]

Dude I thought you were joking when you said a new video comes out today😂

[@paolodetailing]

Man Everything is perfect, but also consider the expense for a decent microphone!

[@Renull55]

So you're not going to keep it? Also have you looked into the Black magic 6K pro?

[@uptonfilms95]

Video quality is great but you audio needs a lot of work!

[@joaquimley]

Red taking notes from 2010s apple

[@tristan6509]

I mean they were owned by apple before getting bought our by nikon earlier this year

[@feyn.the.filmmaker]

That's cool

[@CaviteTechnology]

Would love to ask, why didn't you go the Canon Cinema line route :) ?

[@wethermon]

Next in line a Tesla like all the trendy boys. Joking mate... You do your thing with your well earned money. ♥️🎩

[@artroomx]

Do you think it would be possible to replace the ssd internals with another enterprise lol

[@retrospacenet]

just dont try to get into HDR video editing. especially on windows.

[@dosanlol]

NOOOO HE HIT A DRIVE ( bro watch it for failures just to be safe )

[@VariTimo]

You know you can get an Alexa Classic for 2K now.

[@aChairLeg]

oh no don't tell me that...

[@thepotatoenjoyer]

EXPENSIVE CAMREA!!!

[@frenchcoupon3391]

I’ll take 3 Canon 1DCs instead. Red is only for David Fincher.

[@aChairLeg]

I'll most likely get a c200 if I want a big boy camera

[@Nor-tc8vz]

The Apple of cameras.

[@POVwithRC]

As one does.

[@robsquared2]

Buys $5000 camera: films it instead of with it.

[@operatorpsyduck2035]

Weird nikon with funne red dot

[@gtijason7853]

You sound just like EposVox

[@andystech101]

I made £36 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@aChairLeg]

Hey, most people never make a dime off youtube. I would consider that a success!

[@albertnani5058]

Bro could just buy an fx30 with a external recorder or a blackmagic bruh

[@3bdo_]

Segue almost as smooth as LTT segues 😮‍💨

[@Skobeloff...]

gross comparison

[@oztheglitch]

as someone who doesn't own a single camera; why not black magic?

[@kurencee]

Too easy and makes too much sense. You can get a pocket 6k for 1k and it has most the features but that wouldn't make a interesting video 😂

[@oztheglitch]

@@kurencee i was looking for video editing softwares last year and davinci resolve put me on a blackmagic rabbit hole. ever since i'm just nerding out on their cameras. i have no scene to shoot in my head. i just wanna rig a micro 4k g2.

[@InternetFox_]

I will never buy a red because of all the catches

[@Darth-TBAG]

just buy a nikon these days you get the RED luts and color science

[@Sebyllis7350k]

Wait you can show ppl how much money you make through Adsense? Never seen any KZbinr do that before

[@aChairLeg]

If I disappear you'll find out why

[@amongoose1]

Yes, it used to be a common misconception that you couldn't lol

[@danielfernandezaguirre]

a mac and now a red? who are you mkbhd?

[@aChairLeg]

I don't speed in school zones

[@Skobeloff...]

That sony a7 seems ridiculously overpriced

[@uther10]

Tax write off!

[@JojoJoget]

For $4k you could have gotten any mirrorless with a Ninja V and shoot raw instead of this piece of RED scam trash. Heck its not even a good cinecam among cinecams.