Cameras I've Used ...and How I Used Them - Cinemassacre

[@dren8346]

I can watch a video of James talking about literally anything

[@anirbankar18]

Your absolutely right.....I can watch it too

[@VVhistory]

He is one of the few youtube guys i truly watch just to hear what he has to say, he is right about everything concerning popular movie culture, he was 100% right about Ghostbusters (the shitty one) and got criticized by it then a few months later the film came out and critics.....

[@SlothyVlogs]

DreN snap lol

[@Bughunt89]

Totally,

[@carysotet7966]

Me too

[@tokutickler]

He's the angriest cameraman you ever heard He's the angry JVC Nerd He's the angry RCA, Canon Nerd He's the Angry Camera Nerd

[@kcahdp]

Panasonic didn't fit in?)

[@TheWyman55_]

A camera that only shoots in 4:3? What were they thinking!

[@tokutickler]

@@kcahdp In the full song with extended lyrics it does. Canon sounded better when matching the tune of the AVGN theme ^^;

[@jerelminter]

How about the Angry Video Camera Nerd ?

[@donkeyoateh]

@@jerelminter or the Angry Cameraman Nerd

[@sergiofernandezv.3550]

Whenever he says "I don't have anything scripted", you know you're in for a long, friendly talk with the man behind the genius.

[@sleeeeep]

hahaha so true!

[@saintsrown]

tmj BR

[@OllarProductions]

For how popular James is he’s a pretty humble guy

[@joehdah5395]

He's the angry video game nerd, but the calm formal camera nerd

[@crimdinggrimbo]

True

[@S4NSE]

That's James Rolfe not AVGN

[@whatclub3934]

woooosh

[@abigboymethod9436]

This is making me cry. James Rolfe is a man that should be under the dictionary for the word "effort"

[@joannafiore6031]

Look at the like RIGHT NOW

[@joannafiore6031]

I MEAN LIKES LOOK AT THE NUMBER

[@usermcskull4713]

Joanna Fiore 423?

[@xm_heecka.laddder.job_mx5962]

WIKKI If you define the word Effort for posterity and you don't have this man as a Picture, you have failed lol

[@Simte]

I still remember giving your videos five red stars... Geez we are old.

[@Sidnfjdkdndfbd]

Oh stop it with the old stuff lol I was around then and im only a teenager Everyones old if you think about it 😁

[@Robber7]

omg yes.

[@GlamStacheessnostalgialounge]

Actually I'm 33 and I don't remember the star rating system because I wasn't around youtube until about 2014.

[@ilitardo160]

ed champagne well ur not actually an adult until ur 21

[@ultra_exists]

@@ilitardo160 If you're 21 you're an adult

[@trevorhill3985]

God I love these types of videos. It really shows what an awesome fanbase James has. We came for the Nerd, but we stayed because of what a genuine and amazing guy James is.

[@Tardisntimbits]

Legit. It's refreshing to see how many other people share my love for these types of videos! I think it really helps that James is a nice, chill guy!

[@TalesfromVaporFashion]

Agreed 😊 he and Mike are great dudes

[@Alfador42]

Well said. James is pure awesomeness.

[@Jacklanton]

Hell yeah

[@Bakamatsu-GojiFanArchive]

There's so many people on the Internet that aren't really interesting beyond their gimmick. James is one of the best. It's a shame though. He works so hard and doesn't get nearly as much publicity as those idiots like Logan Paul

[@fattyfranz4272]

"Just in case you're not familiar, this is a VHS tape." WTF, who doesn't know what VHS i- *looks at year on calendar* Oh.

[@aquelecientista4491]

what is a "calendar"?

[@firstlast-oo1he]

@@aquelecientista4491 Apparently it's this piece of paper with a bunch of numbers and days of the week on it.

[@yogerrry]

@@aquelecientista4491 It's an app in Google Play duh

[@conyo985]

LOL! Future generations wouldn't know what physical media is. Everything is in the internet. I guess only the techy ones will know.

[@ajddavid452]

@@aquelecientista4491 smartphones have calendars, so that joke doesn't work in this context

[@Zukoloid]

This is the video that caused me to get serious about filmmaking and start to follow my dreams. Thanks, James.

[@aeho7496]

Yay cool!

[@Zukoloid]

update, got into film school

[@raxid09]

@@Zukoloid congrats dude I'm really happy for you

[@monsterisland1702]

@@Zukoloid outstanding

[@Master0fHyrule]

Evolution of James's Cameras 198?-2019

[@aretard7995]

1980-2019

[@ChaseMC215]

What about the camera that his grandfather had? Make that 1951-2019, since his grandfather had the Bell & Howell cameras

[@juststeve6892]

You mean 198X

[@MacBack123]

make a video on it poptartface i love your vids

[@fifrenzyguy341]

Nothing shot using a Gameboy peripheral?

[@Sauceyjames]

shows how useful the gameboy camera was.

[@aldodellarocca1238]

Video recorded with a Game Boy Camera?

[@leefischer5814]

I want to be sedated by the Game Boy! LOL

[@DjAether8]

@@succulentcranberry Im sure you couldve came up with something better, since they make millions and some even billions. I wouldve said "only the Ku Klux Klan and MAGA cucks use that." ;)

[@ebwarg]

“If you’ve been good Like you should Wait for the holidays...”

[@SonicPhan630]

As a film student I think this was an incredibly valuable video to watch so we can see where you started and how you evolved in a certain way as a filmmaker.

[@Kevin-bw5ol]

True true

[@afrovince1735]

It was also great because it was travelling through time for me. Very similar journey with cameras.

[@borusenseienjoyer9086]

im a simple man. i see a cinemassacre upload featuring james talking solo about something he find enjoyable. i click :)

[@Karmy.]

Same

[@borusenseienjoyer9086]

@Michael O Callaghan ? he just seems open to talking about his early filmmaking days in a way thats very charming

[@Bughunt89]

Same thoughts here.

[@edgarbanuelos6472]

There's always something intriguing about watching somebody charismatic talking about something he likes and is knowledgeable about

[@Bughunt89]

@@succulentcranberry and what of he was, what's wrong with that, huh?

[@sololobos6969]

"Just in case you're not familiar with it. This is a V.H.S" God DAMN I feel old...

[@Pizzaguy975]

By the time i have kids it's gonna be hard to tell them about CDs let alone what a VHS is

[@KarlOlofsson]

Haha, anything older than streaming services are in that category now ;)

[@stevejones69420]

I'm relatively young and I know roughly the basics of physical media something we can't let die not yet at least

[@EposVox]

Ah yes, the golden age of Mini DV... good times.

[@ExtremePonyMan]

I’m more into Hi8

[@Lonech]

Today's episode: AVGN = Aged Video Gear Nostalgia

[@missspark4652]

Audio Video Graphic Network

[@honmasudoesthings5335]

@@missspark4652 A VaGiNa

[@deutshsean8313]

@@honmasudoesthings5335 😂👌👌

[@JLGamer]

Nice. XD

[@SpectreSoundStudios]

Love some of the old relics! I share your pain with the Bolex! Salute to the AVGN!

[@Mazinager]

Why don't you two do a rockumentary together? I'd love to see that.

[@flowchemicalptyltd]

GLENN!

[@wesleybermingham9986]

Glenn Fricker?

[@SpectreSoundStudios]

@@wesleybermingham9986 greets!

[@MrMG43]

@@SpectreSoundStudios You're an AVGN fan too??

[@juliogarciamartinez9501]

I love how he sounds like a father talking to his children about how he used to do stuff back in his day :P

[@greycatturtle7132]

@Stefano Pavone yea

[@monsterisland1702]

Because he raised a generation of filmmakers

[@PossumReviews]

2:17, another problem with the Bolex H16 is there's no way to reliably synchronize audio because the spring mechanism wouldn't maintain a consistent frame rate. This is made even worse by the fact that it can only record for thirty seconds at a time, so you would be struggling to sync up audio with hundreds of 30-second takes if you were trying to shoot a feature-length movie. This is why all of the audio in the movie Jesus Christ Vampire Hunter was dubbed in post.

[@popfizzdan0167]

Hey possum how ya doing man

[@greycatturtle7132]

Wow

[@brad_hensil]

There are electronic motors made for the Bolex including crystal sync motors (which is ideal for modern production)

[@BlueGuy98]

WAIT THERE’S A MOVIE CALLED JESUS CHRIST VAMPIRE HUNTER?!

[@KRAFTWERK2K6]

A lot of people re-fit these to modern needs like crystal sync'd electric motor and even super16 conversion.

[@DarthRushy]

"Just in case you're not familiar, this is a VHS tape." ... I'm gonna cry.

[@kaitlyn__L]

This was really relaxing to watch, and highly enjoyable too.

[@danielasilva69457]

Also informative

[@Badfinger4]

Perhaps a little ASMR action going on?

[@kaitlyn__L]

@@danielasilva69457 Yeah, I suppose it is! I was already a camera nerd like James so I didn't learn much personally, but I can definitely see how people would learn from this if they weren't as steeped in the topic as I am. Also, wow my comment has 170 upvotes. Was not expecting that.

[@soldier91]

Always a pleasure watching you discuss topics you're so passionate about.

[@mawsonfamily3633]

Defo bud it's always a pleasure to see anybody talk about something they're really passionate about but when that person has the charisma & sense of humour as James then it becomes an absolute treat I man who the hell else would any of us watch talk about cameras I mean can you imagine some douche like Shane Dawson,Logan Paul or Onision talk about it

[@jaym6080]

I love these James solo videos. Reminded me of Cinemassacre 200. Great vid

[@ThReap3]

I feel like this is the best of Cinemassacre content. One of the most genuine people I've seen just talking about things he's passionate about. Personally I take this over any AVGN episode.

[@Pusfilth]

Both

[@deepseathriver6400]

The duality of man

[@davidbanan.]

Yea especially some of the newer ones

[@spiteu9272]

Holy shit, James was rocking that 90's stache.

[@achoouken6201]

You should do a AVGN episode using your old gear, for nostalgias sake! ;)

[@jamesrussell2936]

That would probably suck for him to make.

[@psyvientx7407]

Indeed

[@TVperson1]

@@jamesrussell2936 nah, you just edit digitally.

[@GlamStacheessnostalgialounge]

I wish James would just give away his old cameras, a lot of people would be really happy to have at least some form of shooting video....or maybe they would just turn them into objects of worshiping him.

[@achoouken6201]

@@GlamStacheessnostalgialounge lol. why would he? Also, people have phones to shoot videos with now a days.

[@leovanilla6833]

This was really sweet. Goes to show you can start with the simplest things and work your way with dedication/passion. Awesome stuff

[@nowonmetube]

Tbh, I liked the blurry, low quality look of your old videos.

[@Dejahthoris22]

nowonmetube old school Ftw

[@phillystevesteak6982]

Ya they made sense. Made it feel more 90's, more nastalgic

[@poposterous236]

It can give that subtle serial killer vibe that the kids are crazy about these days.

[@flashmozzg]

Switch to 360p or less then.

[@phillystevesteak6982]

@@flashmozzg that is not remotely the same. There are very specific qualities vintage cameras add. Lowering the res will do jack

[@one_degenerated_ontarian]

This dude literally went from filming on old fashioned tape reels, to basically having the technology of a high-end camera right in your own smartphone.

[@davidbanan.]

He doesn't film on his phone

[@Dr.W.Krueger]

Filming or even editing on your phone is like cultural bolshevism. Just don't.

[@greenbanana1001]

It’s so great to see someone so passionate about what they do , you can really truly see that James has always been so interested in film making from such a young age

[@poposterous236]

Can't wait for that James Rolfe direct-to-video genre movie!

[@Pigglez0_0]

I was in middle school when you started KZbin. Thank you so much for giving us your heart and soul into your films.💖

[@stangboy88]

I feel that. Been watching James since 2007, when I was in grade 6. It's wild that he is still evolving his style with the times and making great content after all these years.

[@510dustmite]

James, you’re honest-to-god an inspiration for us aspiring filmmakers. Thanks for sharing and being so goddamned genuine. For real.

[@powerpup97]

Man! You are quite the hoarder! You’ve kept so much stuff over the years and never let anything go!

[@RaimarLunardi]

James history: James: My family camera... looks right, looks left... James: My camera...

[@zsin128]

Lol

[@GameBoyyearsago]

😂😂😂😂

[@espressonoob]

imagine james being your dad, would be so cool.

[@swiftsidious]

I'll always remember up until episode 100 you shot 4:3, so that means AVGN episodes 1-99 you used the HVX

[@pgtmr2713]

Stats for angry nerds.

[@SantiagoMonroy5]

Wide-screen doesn't equal HD

[@charlescampuz5812]

Mr. Bump 2.0 But it doesn’t look very clear, almost as if the footage was upscaled from 480p. He did start shooting in widescreen 480p for 100-105 until the episodes were HD. My guess is that he experimented with a widescreen mode option on the HVX.

[@girlsdrinkfeck]

@@charlescampuz5812 basically its a cropped image using a wider lens tyo compensate horizontol loss

[@zeldaxter]

Yes!!! Finally!!! I wanted to see this for a long time!! Mr. Rolfe you inspired me to create films :) saludos desde Puerto Rico!

[@retroraider5313]

Woooooo PR!!!😎😎😊😊

[@terminator572]

Please learn to roll your Rs.

[@BrennanBarrier]

Them- “how entertaining and interesting is James Rolfe?” Me- “I’m watching a video of him talking about camcorders”

[@sijunjiito]

I love James. His passion for filmmaking is just contagious when you watch his videos. Definitely my number 1 influence as an aspiring filmmaker.

[@drewwhitney7327]

I'm sure that means a lot coming from Cuddling Butt-Cheeks. It would to me.

[@johnnihil1689]

It's always fun to listen to artists talking about the various gear they use

[@Whiteshell204]

*I was hoping you'd make this video one day 12 years LATER!*

[@DLCOrganization]

James... All things considered (and I've been saying this to myself for years)... you clearly have some of the greatest parents ever to exist on the planet. And for that, I send a toast to them. And a MEGA-TOAST to you for releasing this video on the 32nd anniversary of my organization!

[@brodown64]

Lol you didn’t upload in 9 years

[@countdracula436]

You have only one video....from nearly a decade ago. What organization?

[@RogueVideo]

James' take on cameras and equipment is really refreshing. Too many filmmakers/KZbinrs are too eager to jump into 4K cams or get new film equipment for no other reason than to have the newest gadgets. Really it's all about the storytelling and honing your craft with what works for you.

-How old are you? -Well, I know what a VHS tape is...

[@Bughunt89]

Pluk pluk I’m 16 and grew up pretty poor so I grew up around vhs and watching movies on box TVs, I actually really do live the aesthetic besides the obsolete technology, don’t care much for modern trends either, I wish it was still like the 90s and I wish i around during that time

[@etcetera36]

@@Bughunt89 You weren't poor, movies continued to be released on VHS until 2006.

[@Shiratto]

WestKraven | I used to think like you do and I’m not even that much older. It’s great that time has moved forwards and things have gotten easier. Many things are much more widely available than they ever were and that’s great. Going back is not always as it’s chalked up to be.

[@GHAMVs]

As a film maker at university I just wanna say thanks for all these kinds of videos, kinda gives me hope that my degree in Film will be of use in the near future. Thank you.

[@Keezawea]

well now i want an AVGN episode filmed in Super 8...or at least an AVGN intro :)

[@TheRealPsychoetry]

It'd be awesome if he shot with the quality he uses for the rental store intro

[@therrydicule]

Reviewing tennis for two on the radar

[@medes5597]

Festers Quest.

[@malikholmes5045]

James you're just an awesome dude man. What a great life you have and had

[@leojamesjenner8808]

your enthusiasm and drive and persistence is so inspiring! :) James to infinity and beyond !

[@nx3912]

Great video. My family had one of those RCA rigs that i used to shoot stop motion movies on. Stretching the usefulness of your tools was what made the process so interesting back then. You're the man, avgn.

[@marcpaters0n]

Always great to see James talking shop about movie making.

[@DragonaxInc]

Man I love your content, definitely my favorite KZbinr and such a huge inspiration. Always a pleasure to see videos by you when they get released.

[@choochoo791]

These insights are always kick ass to see.

[@Cj-cv4wb]

I really appreciate these occasional candid videos. Thank you for sharing something that was such an important tool in your life.

[@Brownguy20]

wow the nostalgia is hitting me hard, half the things james is talking about is hitting home. I'm actually remembering things i had forgotten and im only 26, none the less his words bring up so much memories and im sure i'm not the only one

[@GrizzlyRed]

I LOVE these kinds of videos from James! They are informative and really show how much passion he has for the art form.

[@Drinkabeerandplayagameofficial]

I absolutely love it when you do the “behind the scenes” type videos.

[@KaeraNeko]

20:58 My reaction: "NONONONO, you gotta hold it downwards!!" But then I realised that both holding it in the proper way and showing it off would probably be a hassle. It does however feel reassuring that the don'ts I learned in my media education are engraved in my bones.

[@Merjia]

I love watching videos of you talking about stuff like that, I can really tell how passionate you are about the subject, and I always learn new things. Thanks man!

[@calebbell5018]

One of the best Cinemassacre videos in recent months. I always drooled over cameras when I was a kid, this takes me back!

[@MissEbola]

While watching this, when he was discussing about VHS tapes I was thinking "Come on James, everyone knows what a VHS tape is." Then I realized, we're at a period in history where there are people who don't.

[@kaitlyn__L]

Same!

[@IAm-zo1bo]

I do

[@IAm-zo1bo]

Peole at my school don't

[@telstardk]

Love when James just talk about anything. Great video.

[@FarleyProductions]

Thanks for sharing what cameras you've used and are currently using for your work. =] For years I wondered what cameras you filmed everything with and it's finally nice to know. I appreciate it.

[@MrWarkiller22]

Thank you for sharing this with us James, I love the videos where it's just you or you and Mike talking. Makes it feel very personal and relaxed.

[@badkerproductions]

Heartwarming, James. You've lived it. Makin' the Movies.

[@bradpaton3927]

WAT-chin' the MO-vies And talkin' 'bout 'em, too [....footage missing....] We're right next to CAL-dor

[@Xeo7]

What a fascinating video. Thanks for sharing, James. Long-time viewer since the Double Dragon III video here, I LOVE getting to see the real life side of things like this from you!

[@pepelemacho]

So wise James! It's amazing to see that old footage you should make a video just about those old videos you made!

[@gj9352]

He already did. It's called cinemassacre 200

[@willcoram1608]

Really enjoyed this. Love hearing about your filmmaking. Can't wait for the next film.🖤

[@imnotgivingmy_name_toamach7491]

James, you're a champion. These videos where you reminisce are wonderful. Thanks.

[@_trashvis_]

i really don't know anything about cameras but i watched this whole thing and was intrigued and i actually learned something. i love James for the comedic things but when he sits down to talk about what he loves is such and amazing thing.

[@ultrainstincts6943]

It's so cool to see you had the same JVC camera my family used and still have! In all of my almost 25 years i had no idea the tape extender used a AA battery, i always wondered how it always automatically extended the VHSC tape without pressing anything lol

[@nilla3d]

Great video! As an amateur shooter / KZbinr and camera nerd myself it was entertaining to see your journey via the equipment you used to record. I'm grateful I live in an era where recording tech is both high quality and readily available, but I'm also a bit jealous that I didn't get started earlier in life like you did. Would love to see more videos like this!

[@AaronVillalobos]

Dam this was awesome. Thank you so much for all your hard work man. Youre a total inspiration for me!

[@elevatordancer]

Thank you so much, James! This episode is both informative and inspirational. It’s amazing to see how resourceful you can be and what you can accomplish with technology from different eras.

[@Rad_Dan]

Hey James, big fan, I've been watching since I was just 13 (i'm almost 24 now, so 11 year AVGN fan) but I love whenever you do these 'behind the scenes' kind of things. you're one hell of a director, your content is funny, informative and you've made so much of it. thank you for entertaining me for more than half of my lifespan

[@nickarchuleta8001]

20:55 *losing breath while collapsing to the ground* “Cover it.... cover the camera sensor!!” *suffocates*

[@mastersword]

JAMES' CAMERAS!

[@chemergency]

It's amazing how creative James was with the limited tech from back then. I couldn't have been bothered with that even back when I was younger and more creative.

[@wakerwanderer1702]

As much as I love your content, its the behind-the-scenes and filmmaking history/technical videos of yours, (as far and few in between the years they have been) that really intrigue me. Seeing all the effort you've put under this lifetime passion is truly inspiring.

[@nikovidya7994]

Most camera videos are a total geek-out on tech specs, and I appreciate that this is more focused on the actual use of the cameras. Don't get me wrong, I love me some camera nerd talk but ultimately the tech serves the art of photography and filmmaking.

[@normanluce6947]

Thanks for sharing your cameras. I also own a GH5 and that same 17.5mm lens. I also don't shoot in 4K all that often. Honestly, it shoots such great HD that 4K is almost not necessary. I also recently got myself an AF100 on eBay, and I love it. I'm looking forward to seeing the next film.

[@RetroIslandGaming]

The GH5 is fantastic. Very powerful though... Maybe too powerful.

[@zeitok8]

thanks, i really apreciate this videos about your history and filming, because is what i do, love videogames but this is my passion.

[@leesuschrist]

Man, you worked some magic with that RCA camera. I don't think many people would have the patience to edit videos the way you did back then.

[@THE_PATMAN_87]

More Camera and Film talk please!! I absolutely love this.I love all other content you have but man this is gold! Please do tutorials and how to shoot and all of the goods love your stuff James! ❤

[@laingley]

Love this video - thanks for the peak into your past film work!

[@L00PdeL00P]

10:18 and 10:23 caught me off guard and it brought much joy to the universe from my perspective

[@MoriMekan]

Always admire sharing your work & how you started all this movies wishing you all the best & certainly looking for more good Sir!

[@gunndlewittlebaum]

Hey, Kids - take note: You want to be a success? Be like James and WORK, WORK, WORK and then WORK SOME MORE. Great video, James :)

[@mattpike7268]

More people need to actually listen to that advice!

[@lordkandar]

@@mattpike7268 This is why it's amazing to do something you love, because you do all the work without it feeling like work.

[@chasethecolors]

Okay, Dad.

[@HoldandModify]

...and set aside at least 15% of your income for 401k, IRA, or other investments. No matter how much it hurts. ADJUST YOUR YOUNG LIFE. You will have freedoms later, many dream of.

[@kingeddy7966]

And but don't play shitty games

[@doghare4188]

It's awesome to see all the cameras you've used throughout the years. Made me realize I had everything I need to make videos of my own. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@NarWallPeople]

Holy fucking mackerel someone who was actually respectful and aware of the possibility that someone doesn’t know what a VHS tape is. Not a ounce of sarcasm of condensation. This is why we love you James.

[@NarWallPeople]

*aware of its appearance that is

[@SirSound111]

Me personally, I LOVE these types of videos. Who agrees?

[@culturelab9679]

Awesome thing to see, you're a real inspiration to my film making!

[@cado64]

It's always great to hear James geeking about his hobbies

[@Namipew]

James, thank you so much for always taking me back to the past! I love it and it's so nostalgic.

[@MrTandtrollet]

It's so great that you have all this footage still! Love it!

[@bloxxer420]

I don’t know why but him just talking is so relaxing

[@gyromurphy]

These random editorials are awesome. Thanks for all your hard work dude! Edit: is this technically an editorial? I dunno.. Whatever the proper term for these little pieces are.. I love em

[@StephenMTomic-rj3ne]

It's like show & tell from Kindergarten.

[@gyromurphy]

@@StephenMTomic-rj3ne dude imagine if he spoke at high school A.V. clubs..like held a contest or something. Hed be the perfect speaker for young film students

[@brandonandcharlene9527]

Great video. I remember my dad's super 8 mm...I did projects with him, but he never let me use it myself. Also I was using VHS c long after it was considered old technology. In fact I'm pretty sure I still have a functioning one lol...

[@Jbastardov]

This was an awesome, fun and wholesome trip. Thank you James!

[@JoeyMartz]

This took me back to my childhood. I'm a 80's baby as well. Keep the good content coming, James.