This $500 Cinema Camera is INSANE!

[@huntervalleyartsartists9313]

I have 3 C100mkii's, all bought second hand, and use them for artist interviews, coverage of art events, coverage of music events (opera, big band, orchestra, soloists and more)...I love the ease of use, reliability, battery life, XLR inputs with good pre-amps and picture quality...file sizes are low for the quality of image produced which makes it good for longer event shooting

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

100% Agreed!

[@Sutterjack]

I own 2 of them and doubt I'll sell them even when I upgrade to 4K - great for long events and a safety or B cam

[@huemanzu]

where did you buy them?

[@pilsplease7561]

@@Sutterjack yeah

[@snapshotmediagroupuganda9105]

Hi, I'm Francis Onyango from Kampala Uganda. I earn a living through video & photography. How much can you sell to me those cameras.

[@ColorfieldMedia]

Just sold 3 of them. They were my workhorses for years and built my business. Only upgraded for 4K and 6K cameras with 4:2:2. and higher bitrates. They were such amazing cameras. Great video

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Nice! Thanks for sharing! Black magics are a great in of themselves

[@pilsplease7561]

Honestly I would never go higher than 4k maybe 6k only to shoot better 4k but I wouldnt want anything higher due to workload and terrible file sizes.

[@knicement]

Nice, what new cameras did you decide to go with?

[@ColorfieldMedia]

@@knicement went with a Blackmagic 6K and 4K (just sold the 4K), 2 GH5S cams and just grabbed a Lumix S5 IIX also.

[@knicement]

@@ColorfieldMedia thank you

[@Sutterjack]

Great video - I'm part of the C100 M2 cult and I still shoot with it - small, gradable files, insane battery life, decent autofocus, dual card slots, decent EVF, built in XLR audio, NDs!!! If they had made the C100 M3 4.2.2 10 bit 4K they would have sold a million of them. You nailed it on the exposure comment - the C100 codec is unforgiving on underexposure - especially in the shadows. I agree shoot native 850 ISO whenever possible, but I feel it's decent up to 10,000 ISO, Also I personally prefer to shoot wideDR because I honestly feel this early CLOG sucks - Canon has come a long way since. Thanks for the grading tips! The camera is still great for long events, presentations, concerts etc. Hard not to love this ancient, reliable workhorse.

[@georgesealy4706]

I capture the log output on Atomos with ProRes HQ.

[@JohnAndTheBeanstalk]

Hard to believe they thought not giving it RAW was a good idea. How in the world do you have a cinema camera that doesn’t shoot raw?

[@Sutterjack]

@@JohnAndTheBeanstalk You're asking a lot from a camera that came out in August 2012 - the biggest question I ask is why would you give a camera a 4K sensor and not have it able to shoot in 4k? Makes zero sense to me.

[@NigelBarros]

It's gnarly how good it can still look! makes me want the MKII now

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Yes sir! Not only that, but it’s so fun to shoot with!

[@alexshotthese]

I used to own the MKII and recently in the past year picked up another one and it has been so fun shooting on it. The image still holds up and, honestly, if you export in 4K and no one is the wiser.

[@RickMunday]

The C100 is definitely one the most film-like digital cameras out there. I was stunned the first time I rented one years ago. No film look filters needed in edit. Now you've got me thinking I should buy a couple more.

[@AxelAxe]

They would be great specially for podcasts. Although the color is a bit off in the green tints

[@scottlong7168]

COULD USE ONE AT 600 ,WOW

[@LeeThomaslightingcameraman]

@@AxelAxeI was always battling the green tint in C log. The lack of 10 bit made log a bit useless too. The C200 is probably the best version of this era of camera.

[@AxelAxe]

@@LeeThomaslightingcameraman yes we still use a full set of 6 C200 for the podcast I produce. There is a lot of green in the shadows but we do our best. Now Sony has done a lot better with their FX line so I’m moving to that next year

[@marjankrebelj4007]

Does the mkII have the same "filmic" quality?

[@h3xnightmare791]

When I worked on set of a popular tv show in my region, this was the camera that they had on A and B. Fantastic especially for how versatile it is

[@Cinnovations]

My first ever camera back in 2016! Went onto 10bit and 16 bit 4k/6k as the times have changed but this camera is a beast for its time and still relevant for many things. image considering its specs is great.

[@KoreanPaperTowel]

Damn how much did u pay for it back then?

[@Cinnovations]

@@KoreanPaperTowel$2.5k… it was $8k (!!!) when released in 2012.

[@Cinnovations]

@@KoreanPaperTowel $2500 in 2016. It was $8k (!!!) when it came out in 2012.

[@johnnguyen-xt9nd]

Dude, I watched your video this morning and just picked up one this afternoon. It came with a canon 18-135mm f3.5-5.6. Man I stocked!

[@renouncreation]

I use the c100 m1 and m2 at work when we're hired for interviews or small events. I absolutely love them so much. Small data sizes, internal NDs, and the great image makes this the perfect run-and-gun camera set up for people wanting to enter the cinema camera world. Canon made some really great and under appreciated tech, honestly.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Absolutely! Wonder what they would do for a c100 iii or c50… C70 seems to be an odd form factor, but I haven’t used it myself. But grading those files was smooth!

[@whistlingdavetaviner3663]

Hi -- I love the image quality of the C100. Can you get this same look from the C100 Mk2? There are those who say that the Mk2's image quality is a bit more video-like compared to the more 'filmic' look of the Mk1.

[@renouncreation]

@@whistlingdavetaviner3663 the C100 mk1 and C100 mk2 are like 99% similar from what I've seen. I haven't really noticed a difference at all.

[@WayneRobsonArtist]

I run both a MK1 and MK2 C100's with a Canon E 24-105 F4 L IS and Canon EFS 17-55 F2.8 (along with my GH5 as a 'floating camera') and they are still absolute beasts! The picture out of them in LOG is very, very gradeable and has a nice creamy quality to it. Plus if you upscale to 4K using Topoaz Video Ai its insane.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Love it! I have yet to try Topaz but have been playing around with Resolves Super Scale feature, it some shots it look terrific. Couldn’t tell it wasn’t 4K. Thanks for sharing!

[@whistlingdavetaviner3663]

Hi -- I love the image quality of the C100. Can you get this same look from the C100 Mk2? There are those who say that the Mk2's image quality is a bit more video-like compared to the more 'filmic' look of the Mk1.

[@WayneRobsonArtist]

@@whistlingdavetaviner3663 Yeah I have both the Mk1 and Mk2...I prefer the Mk2 (even though the footage matches perfectly) as its codec is a bit more optimized and someo fhte added small features make life a wee bit easier. I hope that helps.

[@DarinCates]

STOP THINKING ANYONE WILL EVER FIND ONE OF THESE FOR $500

[@Concreteowl]

You can get a Mk1 for $300 without lenses but the lenses will set you back and the batteries will be dying a slow death.

[@2chrispy2handle]

Maybe an eBay search before you make your whiny sad little comment

[@JJohnson313]

I got one today for $460 from MPB

[@emmanuelfelarca7017]

I got one for $240

[@sergiomaldonado7169]

Im getting one today for $450

[@JonathanRados]

My previous camera was the C100 mkI and it was so amazing. I filmed a 52min documentary with it and it was the most pratical camera I've got. The quality is amazing and the super 35mm is very nice for cinema lovers ! Damn, I miss it...

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Come on Canon, give us a C100 iii!

[@TCJOHNSTONE]

@@NatesFilmTutorials That would be amazing. C70?

[@loudmotion5639]

@@TCJOHNSTONE exactly

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

I suppose the c70 serves that purpose, however I’m not a fan of that formfactor

[@JonathanRados]

@@NatesFilmTutorials I think the C70 is still an hybrid. Specs are very nice but the praticality not.

[@phylumofthefree]

I used that camera mid 2000s, loved it. I think when people say they like the 'canon colors' they are talking about the c100.

[@BrianCatalano]

Woah! I love everything about this, the form factor, the battery life, the XLR, the NDs, and especially the price! I'm definitely going to look for one of these! Great video... Thank you!

[@AllthatSam]

Still stporting a C100 MK I as my B camera. It's amazing how well it holds up next to me C70, especially when there's enough light... One thing you did not mention is the amazing built-in microphones in the top handle. The built in stereo condensor mics are some of the best anyone has ever put inside of a camera...

[@ChrisJS1987]

I remember wanting this so bad when it was new but I couldn't afford it. Many years later I'm considering picking it up just to have a play with it and satisfy the curiosity that is still buzzing in my mind.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

It is fun to shoot with!

[@ritmicdance]

Покупай с200. Она вообще супер!

[@michaelbeckerman7532]

Great video! I remember the day the C100 was released to market and how big of a deal that actually was at the time. I think today we now look at the Sony FX3 in somewhat of a similar light.

[@ETMMediaGroup]

Shot my indie feature on this with an Anamorphic Lens. Not an ARRI or Red, but it definitely has a cinema feel to it. The ND filter is a game changer. For those on a budget, get this camera. Hell, if you have to shoot on your phone, get it done. Hollywood is not coming and knocking on your door. Thanks for the review.

[@IndieVisualUK]

Where can I watch your feature film? Would love to see it! Especially to see how the camera with the anamorphic lens looks. I'm trying to decide whether to get this camera!

[@bosskaloi]

Where did you get it?

[@wowmedialtd]

I had a C100 mark1 when they first came out and it was revolutionary compared to the Sony EX3 I was using - when I needed 4K for a project I bought a Sony F7 but hated using it compared to the C100 (better quality but felt like a backward setep) - so bought a C200 as soon as it was released - I'm still getting lovely pictures from it now and although I have a couple of 6K BMPC, URSAs and a LUMIX S5II - it's still my 'go to' run and gun camera - modular but solid as they come, long battery, built in ND, beautiful picture even though it's 8bit apart from the RAW (which seems to make no real difference), great in low light and useable built in viewfinder. Out of all my cameras, when I fly and need something totally reliable, it's the camera I take. I think that the new pricing makes it a bargain. I still have my C100 and used it for an event - picture-wise it totally held up against the C200 and Blackmagics.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Love to hear! Thanks for sharing!

[@vladimirtalijan]

I'm still using Mark II after almost 10 years with my C70 as a main camera. It's incredibly easy to match them, which is almost impossible with any mirrorless, the image is too digital on all mirrorless cameras, no mater how good or expensive they are.

[@unbroken1010]

Use a vintage lenes

[@GrabTheSnacks]

best advice using it?

[@midnightsnack1306]

I own one. Used it for long form events. Love the image it produces. The preamps of the C100 is also really good.

[@vladbox1]

I shot over 70 TV spots last two years, I would say that 35 were shot with the Canon C100 (with an atomos ninja v) cinema lenses, etc. I know that in two or three instances the footage was bumped to 4K, ALL CLIENTS and AGENCIES were very happy. If you have one KEEP IT, this camera will be like the ARRI SR 16mm, a legend.

[@unbroken1010]

Wow, You sound Rich 💰

[@myblacklab7]

Interesting that you use such expensive lenses with such a cheap camera. May I ask why you don't use a more modern camera?

[@Lamidnightsss]

Holy Moly! The image color is gorgeous!

[@Watzleroviak1210]

I sometimes cover events for non-profits that I work with. That means there is no real budget and I just bring my own private gear. Picking up something like this to elevate the quality further is a great idea. Thank you for the video.

[@FloatingOnAZephyr]

It's a wonderful camera. The mark 2 has the *much* better EVF (which is amazing in bright sun), the AF as standard (it was an add-on for the C100), and the screen is a full flip-out. It's also hardly any more expensive. On that screen, it's OLED. If it had 10-bit 4K, I'd never replace it. I love this thing. Next to the very latest 4K 10bit cameras coming out, its image holds up but is definitely outshined. Personally, I think 4K is a massively over-hyped advent, but when you combine its resolution with 10-bit, you get such smooth gradients that it really does take the image up a level.

[@langdons2848]

Pretty much why I went for the C200. 4K and RAW recording. I love the images I get from that camera, especially the skin tones. That's not to take away anything from the C100 though. It's a great camera.

I used one for years to make a living, and the image is great, I always used the WideDR profile as log breaks easily with 24mbps. I think it's worth external recording with it if you can for the higher bitrate and 4:2:2. TBH I wouldn't want to give up 4K acquisition these days, but I still think it's a great camera.

[@jakehayden998]

Thats some of the best C100 footage I've seen. Really good stuff man, great video.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Appreciate it Jake!

[@martinryter]

Thanks! Refreshing professionalism, so rare on KZbin.❤

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Appreciate it Martin!

[@Eyepatchfilms]

They scale very well to 4k with Topaz Ai, also somewhat compensates for the low bitrate

[@benmcnights1763]

Any examples you can link

[@ansenvideoproduction]

Totally right. I regret having sold it, since many jobs I've made were still exported in 1080 and I loved the form factor and ease of use of this camera. Iconic.

[@grimcity]

As a skateboarder/skate filmer, that top handle looks great. Along with a proper fisheye, it'd be reminiscent of the old classic Sony VX (in utility as opposed to form).

[@ThunderChasers]

I'm curious how it would do for a live stream camera. I used to have a Canon XA50 but it fell in high winds. I need a replacement for it but I don't want to spend thousands. Something like this, with interchangeable lenses would be perfect for what I do.

[@richardactor]

Just bought one with the dual pixel autofocus upgrade. 244 hours. $659 USD. I'm so psyched!

[@ifeanyi_maduka]

Beautiful form factor. And it's clearly capable as well.

[@georgesealy4706]

I have used the C100 for many projects including broadcast TV commercials. It is a true cinema camera, not a hybrid. People want 4K or DCI, but you can achieve amazing results in 1080p using a high-quality, fast lens and shooting log. I personally like the Zeiss Milvus lenses with apertures at T1.4, but you get the idea. And let us remember that broadcast TV is still not 4K.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Agreed!

[@LeeOFrey]

I recently got this same setup c100 mk1 with the sigma 18-35. Im loving it so far wanted to get into the cinema camera world but didn’t want to break the bank. It’s definitely still a very capable camera. Great video sir!

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Love to hear that other people are still using it too! The sigma really does make this camera shine too!

[@orangejjay]

I am a total n00b to this stuff and didn't even know this was a thing that could be done. This is awesome. And i think this is the kind of camera i want to get just because it seems like such a great "starter" camera.

[@WingNFang]

I started my company with these cameras. I still use them time to time. Absolute tanks.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

🔥🎥

[@305kubrick]

Throughout my years of professional work, the C100mk II ranks in my top 2 favorite digital cameras of all time. Still a solid choice in 2023 for 1080p capture and delivery.

[@lb7144]

Preach 👍🏾

[@gurugamer8632]

Why not 4k?

[@305kubrick]

@@gurugamer8632 Because the C100 MK II does not shoot in 4k. It has a 4k sensor that down rez's the footage in camera. So basically, the 1080p footage you capture is actually down razzed 4k which gives you great crisp images.

[@gurugamer8632]

@@305kubrick iPhone Better then

[@305kubrick]

@@gurugamer8632 iPhone is great in many regards, but sometimes you just need a proper camera with professional built in features for certain jobs.

[@JoshGonsalves]

I love when old cameras get great new reviews!

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

5Dii is next!

[@JoshGonsalves]

@@NatesFilmTutorials oh yessss! The GOAT 🤘

[@ChrisParayno]

The mk1 was my introduction to a cinema camera. This was great!

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Appreciate the kind words Chris!

[@GWASadventures]

Wow! Thank you for this absolutely brilliant review!! This camera is still insane!

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Appreciate it Greg! I might revisit some older cameras, do you have any recommendations?

[@GWASadventures]

@@NatesFilmTutorials Oh! That would be so nice! Can you review Canon 850D? Its from 2020. I got it few weeks ago from my wife and try make some films, mostly nature/adventures. Weird in this camera is tealy bad 4k compare to absolutely genius 1080p. So, can you check that? 😊

[@barefootuptomysoul]

My camera is a Canon C100 Mk i with Atomos Ninja V monitor recorder and the lens is a Proscar Anamorphic on a Nikon 50mm or 28mm prime lens. You are right about it being INSANE but today there are medications with very little side effects to take care of that. Okay, going to watch your video now after having commented first to your title.

[@marlonstevenson2495]

Love this, but where are you finding this for $500??

[@lunarvue]

I have one and 3 C100MKIIs. They all still get used regularly and still make us money. Anyone sleeping on these is missing out. Handily the best camera for the coin now and still relevant.

[@whistlingdavetaviner3663]

Hi -- I love the image quality of the C100. Can you get this same look from the C100 Mk2? There are those who say that the Mk2's image quality is a bit more video-like compared to the more 'filmic' look of the Mk1.

[@lunarvue]

@@whistlingdavetaviner3663 We still have a C100MK1 as well. It never gets used these days, but no...the Mark1 has no aesthetic advantage over the Mark2. In fact, for some reason I think our MK1 has a warmer flatter color look at any setting than the MK2s we have. Not sure why, it might just be ours, but I find the MK2 is just a better overall camera and on the used market, likely around the same price as a MK1. If you are looking to pick up one of these cinema cams, its worth it to hold out for MK2.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

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[@ryanmcclain9193]

This was my first camera in 2015 or 2016! I loved it! I made it a workhorse, I beat it up and it survived. I loved everything I shot on it, but in the end, found that despite the image quality that still held up, I was needing something that offered 4K and 6K and higher frame rates. I moved onto the BMPCC 6K (og) in 2020 and have two of those now. I just wish Black Magic Design could figure out the battery life and nice top handle like the Canon C100. I know they offer the battery grip for the 6K pros now and they added ND filters, so I might end up with one of those.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Thanks for sharing Ryan! I worked with black magic cameras for corporate work and like you said the image quality is phenomenal, but wish it did have the longer batter and functionality like the C100

[@justinmoody9164]

Would you recommend this for a beginner?

[@KRAFTWERK2K6]

I remember when this thing came out. At the same time Ridley Scott had just shot "Prometheus" in 8K RED Raw and i 4K was really actually becoming the norm in the semo-pro and higher segment of cameras. I loved what i saw that came from this camera in terms of picture quality. It was not vulgar over-sharp but aliasingfree and really beautiful. And the Formfactor was also just right down my alley. To me it reminded me a little bit of the Canon Scoopic camera range from the 60s and 70s. I still need to get my hands on one of these because i still love it and feel like wanting to work with it.

[@orangebetsy]

It's my A cam, but that's mostly because I have about $17 available for an upgrade. Beautiful wonderful camera. I only wish I could fly it on a gimbal. Couldn't make it happen, so I locked it off and used a 4 ft slider for important push-ins to a character in an important moment, and for smoother movement, I flew the Rebel T3i on a Merlin Steadicam.

[@GrabTheSnacks]

I love the C100 Mark 2. It really is next level even 10 years later almost. It's all about how you use it and what settings you decide to use. I need to learn more about it while using it in certain situations. My question to other filmmakers out there is where to you learn more about cameras best? Is it books or KZbin? please send me suggestions

[@thunderdumpling3528]

It's mostly just intuition through practice. Cameras are a medium. It's the artist behind the medium that's more worthy of study. Because any manual behind a camera, is all that's technically needed. And there are also art fundamentals/theory. I use cameras for observation, because sometimes I need reference for drawings or animation. So I am not primarily a photographer. From my experience, it's a lot of fun looking at techniques from different fields of art. And then reapplying it to my own work. For example, Akira Kurosawa is an amazing director. That made a lot of famous films, with a lot of great composition and movement. And Power Rangers is really good for studying things like choreography. Even knowing obscure things like animal behavior, can also help when planning a photo or video.

[@Chad-Dion]

This is exactly why I kept my C100MK2. We have C70 and I find myself using the C100 alot still

[@HonJazzz]

At the end of the day I want to make money and now blow it on expensive gear / hard drives. This camera is a workhorse and if you’re delivering to the web, there are no real compromises.

[@heydanking]

I actually pulled a C100 MKI that I was given a number of years ago out last week, so the timing of your video is great. Mine is the original without the AF upgrade so I'm looking into that, but the $500 cost is pretty steep. I also wish that 60p was an option on it, but will adapt. Thanks for the review.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Nice! I don’t believe Canon offers that AF upgrade anymore. But if your able to snag a C100 ii you’ll be able to unlock that and 60p!

[@heydanking]

@@NatesFilmTutorials Canon Canada still does actually. Also, there is a great hack out there for assigning AF Lock to a button on the handgrip to push when you move between objects so that the AF doesn't adjust to focus on something way in the background for the moment when you are panning (if that makes sense). Cheers!

[@WHOSBROKEBOIPROD]

Have have the C100 original and I still use it as my go to camera on set. All my videos on my channel have been shot with that camera with my camera 2 being the RP to go along with my work flow. And even then I choose my c100 more than the rp. From video one on my channel to the very last video on my channel it has stayed consistently killing it with work flow.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

That’s awesome. Thanks for sharing!

[@stevebarnesmedia]

I have a Canon XA-30 and it's been really good. If I step up from there, which camera is good value and one up from the C-100 in your opinion?

[@karlhsu001]

However, I found that the specifications of the Canon C100 only allow for shooting Full HD videos and do not support the recording of 4K videos. However, in your video, it was mentioned that it can shoot 4K videos.

[@esotericsean]

I shoot with a Panasonic GH4 and I'm looking to "upgrade" to something. Still can't decide what. C100 sounds really great (I have a couple Canon DSLRs so already have some EF lenses), but the lack of 4K is a dealbreaker. Any thoughts on something similarly priced that shoots 4K?

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

The 4K on the GH4 is a solid image. Perhaps consider a used GH5?

[@theIronmerchant]

Thanks so much for this video. I’ve been really wanting a cinema camera but can’t afford a FX6. For the money I may have to pick one of these up and see how it is.

[@Webrisernl]

Is it worth buying it even if I have a canon r6 with also great video?

[@joelsmolenaers1783]

I’ve always told myself when I can I’ll buy one just for fun filming. Really enjoyed this , thanks mate!

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

It is such a fun camera! Thanks Joel! What do you shoot on currently?

[@FilmSpook]

Thanks Nate! Awesome footage. An instant subscriber, here. Best Wishes 🙏🏾

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Much appreciated! Let me know what you want to see more of

[@lb7144]

FYI Now I wouldn’t try to shoot a production with these lenses but they are good for gimbal or blogging. Canon C100 MKII Autofocus Facial Lock Lenses that support face detection AF:

- EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM

- EF-S 55-250mm F4-5.6 IS STM *

- EF-S 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 IS STM *

- EF-S 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 IS STM *

- EF-S 10-18mm F4.5-5.6 IS STM * -EF-S 35mm F2.8 STM Micro Prime

[@ChacalProductions]

They offered me a C100 Mark I for a really good price and comes with a hard box and 2 lenses. I have been using Canon 5D and Black Magic, I'm really nervous about thr C100 , some Poeple say it's to old, some say it's all good ... For $1,000 Camera and 2 lenses, I just do Live performances and Music videos. What should I do?

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Hi there! The C100 does have limitations, no 60p, limited bit rate, so you do have to be careful when color grading. I think the C100 is totally worth it if you need an extra angle for performances and documentary work. Ultimately you will have to decide this for yourself. Hope this helps!

[@erickperdomo277]

I'm keeping my C100 mk2 with the Sigma 18-35mm f1.8 and Sigma 50-100mm f1.8 forever!! I use it for corporate videos-mostly interviews. I got recently a Sony FX30 and it sure is crisp in 4k but I have used them both for interviews and when the final deliverable is 1080p (almost every time with my client) I use the FX30's 4k footage and reframe it as needed. I wanted to buy the C300mk2 for its 4k but not sure anymore...for live events -conferences and even some wedding ceremonies I use a Canon XF300 cammcorder. Not sure a cinema camera will work well. I shoot mostly by myself. Anyway, great camera C100! is the C200 a big upgrade? Whatever I buy now has to have 4k.

Imagine a black magic pocket in this form factor😅

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

That'd be too smart! 🤣

[@jw_film]

Bit of a trip down memory lane for this one Nate, thanks for posting. Going to get my own C100 out of its box this weekend and give it some much needed attention. Forgot how much I enjoyed using the C100. It’s where it all began for me.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Hey man! Great to hear! I’m curious about finding some older cameras that I’ve always wanted to try. Perhaps original bmpcc, Canon XC10, C200. So many great cameras out there!

[@jw_film]

@@NatesFilmTutorials I’ve used the C200 quite a bit and while it is the natural successor to the C100, it didn’t quite have the same feel and use (although, 10 stops of built in ND is great and it’s headphone preamp is actually quite good)

[@Sutterjack]

@@jw_film C200 was a big disappointment to me - no 422 10 bit internal? C'mon Canon do you ever get it right??!!!

[@jw_film]

@@Sutterjack It was a glaring omission on their part and put me on the route of owning the EVA but I have shot quite a bit with the c200 and it’s excellent, but should really have had 10bit.

[@AlessandroDiFederico]

used this camera for so many years, it's a tank and the form factor is perfect. Now is obsolete for the file quality and no 50p. beautiful camera back in the daY

[@starshipvelcrp]

A lot of people really misunderstood how the sensor on this camera worked. To simplify it down, the camera was not ever downscaling a 4k image. It was using each grouping of 4 pixels to capture individual red/blue/green information (two of the 4 were used for green I believe). This was important because it was the absolute best way to capture color information, where as most other cameras have to interpret the data through a bayer filter.

[@MrNoipe]

you're literally describing a bayer filter. read the wikipedia page for it.

[@GoldenTeeTV]

I still have my C100 Mkii's and love them. They're not used as much but the second a job calls for them I get so giddy and happy because just how easy they ere to work with. My only issue was the lack of lenses that fully worked with them. I mean I hate how a $250 kit lens (EFS STM) with no weather protection and made of cheap plastic has full face detection and tracking but none of my L line does. After fact checking this I did notice one EF lens was available for this but not the one I originally thought which is the L series 24-105 f4 but rather the cheap EF 24-205 f3.5-5.6 so my complaint is still valid. Other then that I will defend it's 420 8bit footage any day :) love it. I just wished the C200 had 10bit 422 internal :(

[@chrisw5742]

Just ordered one. Should go well with my EOS-M with Magic Lantern Crop Mood. The C100 for longer clips and EOS for shorter ones.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Sweet! How do you like it? I’ve been looking into magic lantern again, because I’ll be getting a 5d ii soon and want to experiment with it.

[@chrisw5742]

@@NatesFilmTutorials It is pretty awesome but it takes some messing around and learning. Here is a sample clip from it I made yesterday... kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5erp42Bmat3hKs Could be still processing to 4k as I just uploaded it.

[@DavidToman-k1v]

I've always loved the form factor and functionality of this camera and wanted to try using one. I think with the battery life, decent autofocus, and XLR inputs this would be a perfect KZbin talking head camera.

[@arri1254]

Where can I find this camera for $500?

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Ebay and Mpb.com can be found for that price. Check the links in the description

[@livingtinyinsouthernafrica935]

Where does one get one for $500? Used prices are 3 to 5 times higher than that from Amazon & B&H.

[@Mediahalo]

i still have my mk1, but haven't powered it on in years. not sure why i hang onto it, but it gave me a heck of a lot of mileage when it was my main cam

[@crissivv]

Hi! What lense do you recommend for don't time filmmakers on this camera?? Thanks for your videos!!!

[@vulcan4d]

It is more like $800, or $1000 for a good one.

[@JohnLRice]

Excellent video! I own two C100 Mk II and one Mk I and love them. I've been thinking of selling the Mk I for over a year now but haven't talked myself into it yet and your video makes me think I should just keep it!

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Right on!

[@whistlingdavetaviner3663]

Hi -- I love the image quality of the C100. Can you get this same look from the C100 Mk2? There are those who say that the Mk2's image quality is a bit more video-like compared to the more 'filmic' look of the Mk1.

[@JohnLRice]

@@whistlingdavetaviner3663 I would tend to agree a bit? I never did an extensive comparison analysis between the two and unfortunately I did end up selling my Mk1 last year and I sometimes regret it because it was a wonderful camera and I sold it at a huge loss. 😢 While I think it may have has a somewhat softer/more filmic look which seemed to looks especially good for people, I'm pretty sure I could process Mk2 video in post to achieve a similar if not identical look, plus I don't record people very often? I'm somewhat in the camp of "initially recording everything at the highest quality possible" and then processing in post for the desired look.

[@whistlingdavetaviner3663]

@@JohnLRice Thanks John. When I saw the side-by-side comparisons that some people have put up on KZbin, the facial skin tones on the Mk1 did seem preferably warmer to me in that sort of orange/red dimension, and, more generally, I could understand what people meant when they described the Mk1 as being more filmic. I have a used Mk2 coming today, so I'm looking forward to trying it out.

[@JohnLRice]

@@whistlingdavetaviner3663 I think you will love the Mk2! I have two of them, and the physical improvements are well worth the added cost, IMHO. (much better articulating view screen, much better EVF, built in mono mic, etc.) If I'm recalling correctly, I think the Mk2 is better at low light situations also, which maybe lead to a more film like look on the Mk1 because it was a little "grainier"? Enjoy your new camera!!! 👌😎🙌

[@LeeThomaslightingcameraman]

This was my first cinema camera. A GH5S replaced it and I was regretting it ever since (demand for 4K sadly). I now use the FX6 which is in some way a nice throwback to my trusty c100mkii.

[@aldolega]

For me personally the MKII is fhe much better buy. Only goes for $200-300 more, but you get 60p, a better EVF, better AF, more flexible screen, etc. Really, though, with C200's going under 2K, I would most likely do that instead.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

I just got a C100 ii shortly after the mark i. It is nice! I would agree if you can find one for a good deal it is worth it, even for the mp4 files. Oh man the C200 is tempting for sure!

[@gilbertgama529]

hey, where can I source canon C100 mkii in a range of $700 to $850? Ebay has crazy amounts

[@Sutterjack]

I was really let down on the release of the C200 - still not 4.2.2 10bit internal - C'mon Canon are you high? Throw us a bone of some decent specs!

[@luisa9628]

The MKII also doesn't have the battery reset problem. Worth it for that alone.

[@MickeyMishra]

That footage looks so good!

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Appreciate it Mickey!

[@JULIENGOURI]

You made me want to buy it. I will receive it next week and I’m just too excited. I plan to use it for my next short film.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Have fun with it!

[@nightdonutstudio]

They do not need to add a lot to it. They can even keep the same sensor (oh well maybe the sensor is too old). 4k up to 60p and 422 10bit or even 60p for 420 10bit. clog3. improved autofocus system. Updated menu, etc. And sell for $2999. I think a lot of people would buy it.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

I agree!

[@turbophat]

This looks absolutely STUNNING. I definitely want to pick this camera up and I could kiss you on the mouth for that cinematch walkthrough. 🙌

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

😚

[@wearetrackclub]

Loving the film vibe 👏 Great review!

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Thank you so much!

[@alessandroaimonetto8026]

Still have my old c100mkii and it rocks!

[@joshmossman6496]

Flawless video, I really enjoyed it! Thank you, I'm checking out the MKii and OG on eBay now. Been too obsessed with pointless features and consumerism in the last few years. I've started going down the path of realizing that the person matters more than the camera for over 10 years. Watched a video where Camera Conspiracies compares the OG BMPCC 2mp pocket cine cam vs the Sony A7S MkIII as well as you did. I was shocked! Been in the "M43, S35, FF" sensor and autofocus war too much, it doesn't matter that much if your putting in the TLC needed to make good ART!

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Love this! I originally bought a C100 back in 2018, but after revisiting I was shocked to see how well it holds up. Definitely not as robust as the A7siii I'm used to. I think it goes to show you can make just about any camera look good if you know it's limitations. In terms of ergonomics and functionality I don't think another camera comes close to the C100!

[@peterwilson7532]

Someone seemed to think you lied about the price. I just checked ebay and there is a buy-it-now for two of these for just £800 all in, including batteries, chargers, handles. So You were right about the price.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Thank you, haha

[@GregorBrown]

Can we get this with an RF mount?

[@cvaelliott]

I have been using 2 of the original Mk 1’s for 10 years and still use then to this very day. I now record using ProRes HQ on Ninjas and then I can mix the two C100’s with image from the 10 bit ProRes HQ that’s I record on a third camera a EOS R with Shogun 7 and three shots are so close you its easy to grade and match in multi cam edits. I love these cameras.

[@alfredogentili3731]

Could I have a feedback about the usage on portrait and live? Actually social media like Instagram are (unfortunately?) on portrait! I would also use it on IG live broadcast. Thanks for your opinion :)

[@chillywilson]

Where did you get the idea that it's a sub sampled 4k sensor? I was always under the impression it's solid HD sensor not 4k

[@SalenaPettinella]

Just bought one with the dual pixel autofocus upgrade. 244 hours. $659 USD. I'm so psyched!

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

What a deal! Let me know what you think of it!

[@Nice-music585]

I remember drooling and dreaming of owning it when it was released.

[@doctorcosta]

Make a video on budget 4k cinema camera

[@Cinemavigilante]

Is this better for filmmaking then the Black Magic cinema pocket camera?

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

It depends on your use case. The Black magic does have better image quality, but I'd say the C100 is more versatile.

[@invujerry]

I just scored a C300 without the microphone inputs or screen for $320, amazing camera for what it has. Mine doesn't have the dual pixel autofocus, but it's still super useful.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

What a deal!

[@invujerry]

@@NatesFilmTutorialshonestly when I hit "buy it now" it felt like I was getting away with something. The auction was for $390 buy it now, but they refunded me some because they didn't disclose the XLR inputs not working. Insane deal.

[@DTUFINOPhotography]

I'm considering picking oe of these up. Thanks for the video.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Appreciate it!

[@oldcreekroadpictures]

I’m making my first indie film. Is this really a 500$ camera? Great content video. I’m pretty green when it comes to all the features. This provides excellent color choices. What do you recommend for editing software and audio for dialogue? New Subscriber

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Congrats on making your first indie film! Yes, that camera is really a great option for $500. For editing, I recommend software like DaVinci Resolve for its powerful features and it's free!

[@BryanEnsign]

I was debating on getting one of these vs BMPC 4K. Picked up the black magic instead but still love to look at what canon is doing and see what else is out there. Great video!

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

Great choice!