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[@taylin1849]

Meanwhile, Gene's Red Scarlet is sitting home in the dark, waiting for him to come home and explain where he was.

[@BlueDragonMedia]

I mean, if the Red gets offended and leaves PotatoJet I'd welcome it into my life with open arms lol.

[@247.mp4]

Doesnt he own a alexa mini too?

[@taylin1849]

@@247.mp4 nope, lol

[@LiamHantos]

T. Lindo I hope he reads this comment

[@chuc.dxq3809]

Don't worry, MKBHD will get one.

[@DamnZodiak]

I got to use one of those things in film school once! The thing that impressed me most about the Alexa lineup, was just how easy it was to use and operate them. All the settings, dials and buttons work so intuitively that I didn't have much of a problem finding everything I needed, even as a first time user. Arri utterly embarrasses RED when it comes to ease of use.

[@hablemosde1950]

Arri camera has physical manual controls?

[@Pickelicious]

@@hablemosde1950 yes...

[@trevorjosephmusic]

This is probably one of the most valuable videos on KZbin right now for filmmakers of all levels. Filming our own stuff is how we find our shooting style, and how we perfect our craft, but when getting booked for a real shoot it's golden to be able to say I have an idea of how to function this camera. Thank you for sharing. 🤙🏽

[@equinox_cosplay]

Potato Jet: "You guys ask some weird questions!" Also Potato Jet: "It tastes like a parking meter"

[@anuvind-tp]

Why am I not surprised by the info that Gene knows how a parking meter tastes like 😛

[@princenk007gmail]

Weird questions = Weird answers 💯👍😆

[@whoyoulookingatabs1028]

anuvind sarreay Because a Parking Meter tastes like SARS-CoV-2

[@TerryLawrence001]

Back in the day, parking meters tasted awful, except in winter.

[@konradkopec]

Dude... I would literally give everything and more to spend a day in this studio. Being in the company of my absolute favourite creator would be a cherry on top. Great job!

[@vknzach]

Facts

[@nunmpedro]

I imagine having this camera and then having only my dog to film.

[@nunmpedro]

I sold everyone to buy the camera. 😂

[@r.g.129]

I sold my dog for the camera 😅

[@marcusjoyce3703]

Sometimes I only have the lens cap :(

[@Hades69777]

I don't have a dog ;v

[@mutsu0226]

The most cinematic dog.

[@THEMATT222]

This is a perfect opportunity for you to recreate the movie, UP, in real life!

[@johnpaulriego6042]

This made my day 😂 thanks

[@andrepilli]

I would actually love to take that to Disney to films my kids with

[@zorartx]

Yep take a phantom v2640 to shoot the kids,a Red weapon 8k to do the be role , and the alexa to vlog the whole day......... worth every penny

[@binba9]

@Richard Conte pffft. More like $2500 a day for a proper kit.

[@michaelangelo0305]

@Richard Conte lol tf you talkin about you pay 100-200 for a good dslr like alpha 7 iii...

[@CNC-Time-Lapse]

Put that on a selfie stick and take her on a rollercoaster.

[@Sr7Sr7Sr7]

“...I can’t tell if it’s the camera or the performance that makes it...” lmfao Steve

[@markschannel6409]

You forgot to mention Arri was sponsoring this video and there is a give-away of this camera!

[@David-ud9ju]

Given that he seemed to believe every single thing that Arri's marketing department told him, it may as well be a sponsored video.

[@frankfeng2701]

That tripod costs more than all my camera gear.

[@JaySellers]

Yep, those O'Connors are over $10k each.

[@apexmediagroup587]

That tripod eat my computer gear for a lite snack then begs for a full course meal.

[@TheBanjoShowOfficial]

That tripod costs more than all my camera gear, all my computer parts, all my accessories even including my chair, and my other laptop, and my phone, COMBINED. I think I could sell everything in my room, for that matter, and still wouldn't be able to afford that tripod.

[@MattBerrymotorsport]

the lense cap costs more than all my camera gear

[@artdesignergeno]

I'm just waiting for potato jet to say "we are giving away one of these. and write the comment" 😬😁

[@feruzbekmatkarimov]

Me to bro 😂😂

[@Leprutz]

It couldn't even fit in my bedroom so damn big this thing is. Would hate to travel with that. But this is a beast of a camera.

[@Dr.TJ_Eckleburg]

lol... If he had one of these to give away, he'd give it away to himself.

[@TylerKidd]

This is so cool!! The Arri simulator looks awesome, really comforting to know they're doing they're best to teach us how to use the equipment. Thank you Gene, you rock! 🤘

[@AronBagel]

1:34 Next week on Potato Jet: "Filming my family at Disney Land With ARRI Alexa

[@liteoner]

Wow, that remote focus system is neat AF. Having all the information literally in your hand, crazy stuff.

Hi Mr. Potatojet. Just an addition to what you said about the LF's on board power options: you cannot power an LF with traditional Gold Mount battery. You would need Bebob's special high power battery back and even then you can only use Bebob's Cine battery series (e.g. A290), that has 2 extra pins for some clever power magic. P.s. The Hawk Woods v-lock battery that's on this LF isn't standard either. Its output is 26V instead of the standard 14V and one of the connector pins is blocked on the bottom so you cannot confuse it with regular v-mount chargers. This 100Wh battery is originally intented for the 65, there's a series of batteries especially for the LF.

[@TheAaronalden]

I want a "Potato Jet: Straight Outta Camera" shirt!

[@ejpmusicandvideo]

As an one man crew indie filmmaker I'm happy with my Sony a6400. But this is so informative to me. Things that are on paper and demo reels of quick flash polished clips about true cinema cameras do nothing for me. This this gives you plain English, raw in your face stuff ("straight out of camera" ...Lol) with a splash of fun. PT consistently brings serious content to the table in an entertaining way. This is definitely my favorite!

[@JoeGunawanfotosiamo]

Ahh, good ol' Alexas, just love them to death. Currently on a Union feature with two Alexa SXTs and one Alexa Mini, all with Master Primes shot mostly wide open on T1.3. The LFs and Mini LFs are real money, though!

[@BerserkeR_031]

I think it's an amazing feeling to know when you arrive at your work place you get to shoot with one of these bad boys. Everything works so well together.

[@twosheafilms]

You're not going to get a ton of views on this one, but MAN, this was so enlightening. I have never understood what the big deal with this ridiculously expensive cameras is... but after this, I TOTALY get it. Thank you for working with ARRI to make this and explain this craziness to us dumbies. You rock man!

[@houstoninternationalmedia3408]

“Which car can you buy for the price of the Alexa LF?” Jet: “A-a-any” 😂😂

[@GearZenChannel]

Having the depth of field change with the t-stop and displayed on the remote is amazing.

[@scottslotterbeck3796]

But how well does it toast bread?

[@greghilton7797]

"It tastes like a parking meter" With or without ketchup?

[@brjukva]

That's not ketchup, that's bird's poo...

[@imaner76]

@M. de k. Bloody birds 😉

[@robertolelli8809]

I’m a 50 years old movies lover from Italy and last week I finally took home an old ARRI ALEXA CLASSIC. It’s a 5200 hours ex-rental camera, totally serviced by ARRI at Monaco last year, and with many accessories. It records only 2K, is cumbersome, is heavy and colored like a war tank. But I just don’t care… After owning BLACKMAGIC, CANON and SONY, this was my dream. And is finally a reality. The next step is to find an old external ARRIRAW recorder like CODEX or CONVERGENT DESIGN. But I’m in no hurry. Cheers from Italy.

[@1stElement]

Absolutely loved this vid - yes to cine lens vid..!!

[@theadventurebiker]

I second that.

[@corvaxL]

I actually got to see the Mini LF first hand a few days ago. A couple Arri reps came by with the camera and most of the Signature Primes to do a presentation (probably the same one they gave you) and a demo. My rental house should be getting the camera in very soon, and I can't wait to take this thing out into the field. Oh, and I got a free hat out of it. Those are always nice.

[@VariTimo]

The Signature Primes are so of the nicest lenses ever.

[@scottslotterbeck3796]

Many thousands of dollars, too.

[@moobit]

I'm just re-starting out as a movie camera OP with @TeamReflector after a serious illness affecting my memory - and this is the BEST video you've ever made Gene. So helpful, so approachable and informative. Thank you! :)

[@murallod]

I love the idea of the simulator to get used to the menus before a shoot. Great tour of the gear. Love to watch crew shoot with it

[@rohleek5939]

Oh wow, why do you need colorist when you re shootimg with this, that looks sooo good without color grade!

[@rhontis]

Imagine seeing movies that look the same as any other ones

[@arkayden3698]

Rohleek for mood !

[@quinnyshootsfilm]

The image comes out "log" basically raw. You can use LUTs and default color profiles like Rec709 but for the most part every production will finish with a colorist. Important part of the process.

[@sidersproductions941]

I'm just here just because man.lol I have no experience with cinema cameras but it's so much fun to watch and listen as you give us the tour. I can tell you really love this stuff.

[@cole_mcpherson]

Vancouver Film School has 6 Mini LFs. I'm near the end of the film production program and we get to use them for the last 6 months of the program. It's so awesome to use these cameras every week. It'll be sad to leave them behind.

[@andreanigro6251]

Fans: stop flexin on Red Cam Gene: let’s go withe Arri Alexa

[@RobbyCisneros]

The coolest feature was probably the fact that remote follow focus tells you your depth of field range. So useful!

[@scottslotterbeck3796]

All the bells and whistles. Straight from Germany. Quality. The image out of an Alexa is stunning.

[@magscat493]

"Tastes like a parking meter" my boy gene tasted a parking meter.

[@xdboardsurfer]

The 1st AC controller is pretty fascinating! Thanks for the BTS!

[@owg1236]

Potato casually holding a lens that costs more than my car 😅

[@mandarinata]

I am blown away how much knowledge do you have!

[@pixelasm]

7:48 A camera simulator is a really thoughtfull thing to put on your website. Learning where to find each setting can be done way more intuitive that way, especially when preparing for a shoot.

[@frankiephish8103]

*In my 40s and KNOW I’m going to sound like an old man* BUT.... Why are you young filmmakers trying to BUY these $50,000-$100,000+ cameras to shoot indie projects/“potential” Netflix projects that may or may not see the light of day? Most are financing these things and wind up selling them in the end. Not to sound discouraging (I encourage creativity), but the bright eyed dreaming of most of you is unbalanced. We RENTED equipment - as do most major studio houses (even if its renting within, it’s still a rental budget). So why is there encouragement for some random person to buy these six figure setups, which require multiple people who know what there doing? As someone who works with the Union, I implore you to RENT - or use a Blackmagic, GH5, or other sub $5,000 camera if you MUST have a body/lens in your permanent custody. Not a studio appropriate $100,000 rig. Unless you come from a wealthy family that is.

[@artlovee]

it happens because influencers link achievements like an oscar to a certain type of gear

[@David-ud9ju]

I don't think there are really people who want to buy this camera unless they're proper Hollywood or they're millionaires.

[@refraggedbean]

@@David-ud9ju well I would if I could fund it, but that's because having nice gear like this is just nice compared to uabing a DSLR with a million different menus and compromises

[@skatepark02]

Frank Davis I’m a GH5S user and I work as a professional. It’s a great camera and can accurately be matched to an Alexa. I’ve seen some amazing work from the black magic pocket and FS5 as well.

[@ryanbarker5217]

i can only make uneducated guesses, but i would imagine that if you can find the funding for a project you might appropriate some of those funds to buying equipment for further projects, if any. essentially, have the investors pay for it. if the movie makes money, no one is going to question the purchase. if it doesn't, at least you have the equipment and can use that as an enticement when making your next pitch to investors, 'i can save you xxx dollars because i'm serious enough about my craft to own the equipment.' maybe convenience, too, i don't know: i live in dayton, OH, it's not as if i can pop down to the local movie equipment shop and walk out with what i want, lol.

[@mattarnt]

I love that I'm totally clueless when it comes to the actual specs and operation of it all but I'm sitting her like... "Wow, what a smart move from Arri to include that..."

[@offgridsweden]

Ari should do a small camera for YT content creators. That would be awesome. Have an amazing Sunday, Andreas 🇸🇪

[@liteoner]

But why? There are plenty of options already.

[@offgridsweden]

@@liteoner So what camera would you say really compare to the Ari style?

[@liteoner]

@@offgridsweden Arri style? What does that even mean?

[@EpicGamerWinXD69]

If you're going to do video on cinema lenses for this camera in particular could you maybe do a comparison between those modern expensive lenses and some medium format photo lenses you get for cheap off ebay, Christopher Nolan has used some of them for some of IMAX scenes in a few of his movies so I'd be curious to see how by how much if at all lense innovation has come

[@hugosantiagohernandezlimas9085]

ME: Congrats potato. also me: Why am I congratulating a potato?

[@vinerellos]

i remember the first time i used a panacam reflex lens back in the 80s, off the scale

[@basspig]

I cant rent one of these because the deposit is more than my net worth.

[@michaelpujda8407]

Really enjoyed the quick breakdown of Hollywood's most popular camera. I'm so unfamiliar with big movie equipment, and so few KZbinrs have access and knowledge about it. 👍👍

[@michaelpujda8407]

John Dough cool story bro

[@lemarmaynard]

It’s always so exciting to find out that genes released a new vid

[@noahsduck4109]

Stranger things vibes with the synth music drying the cinematic sequences! 👌

[@digitalfxmedia]

"Tastes like a parking meter" 🤣 I don't wanna know how you know that

[@RazVlogs]

Your excitement is overflowing.

[@Emils2006]

And Im sitting here being happy with my D3400 :D

[@ThinLineMedia]

Can't wait to see all these features in the new Sony A7S III

[@1901Steini]

sure hahahahahhahaha

[@RendelRules]

Cant wait for that cinema lens episode

[@kebman]

A full video on Cinema lenses??????? No. No, I wouldn't be ... ARE YOU KIDDING! YES! YES OF COURSE!

[@michaelanhbui]

Hey Potato, Can you please make a video to talk about what is the different between cinematographer and DP? Thanks for your kind works!

[@pcc678]

I sat through this whole video to find out how much it cost, and you didn't tell us. I feel cheated.

[@_fabiosi089]

www.teltec.de/arri-k0-0019228-alexa-lf-basic-camera-set.html?tracking=search&target=&placement=&device=c&source={source}&gclid=CjwKCAjwh7H7BRBBEiwAPXjadtrOuEykpZbg5TdUxglDTXlsZZ43f2sZ1vdyZAAi-uopXbLv6dDr3BoC8gAQAvD_BwE

[@ekxxx123]

$125,000

[@stoppls1709]

@@ekxxx123 bruh.

[@hawaiirealmedia5610]

Super interesting. Your enthusiasm sells it!

[@meme4one]

Joker was also filmed on a Alexas. That's likely to win best cinematography this year (and it damn should too).

[@WizKid2388]

my anxiety levels were crazy watching Potato handle that lens one handed!!!

[@joosthoef2903]

For this kind of money you can even buy a 35mm camera with film stock

[@scottslotterbeck3796]

Yes you can.

[@karthi_explains]

i hope one day potato jet will uses Arri Alexa cameras in his giveaways.

[@GREENLIGHTFILMMAKING]

Yes so sick thank you gene💯 #filmmaking

[@jonathanattal5419]

Wow it's like a movie, crazy !

[@pimsmitheartspacers]

"You guys ask strange questions" Yeah, but dude, who decides which questions make it into the video? 🙃

[@Pierorocks]

Honestly the coolest thing about all of that was the Depth of Field display on the wireless follow focus haha. That's awesome as shit!

[@scottslotterbeck3796]

This camera also gives killer foot massages at the end of the day

[@yosoydjaleman9953]

Did I win anything? Im second here. LOL

[@scottslotterbeck3796]

You won a tasty parking meter.

[@clintjohnson2460]

WOW---Moonshot video--you just sent your channel from super fun/informative to absolutely essential.....your posts get better every time...thanks!!

[@CameraDev]

Did anyone else think he had an IMAX camera for a second?

[@nicolaslabra2225]

@Cemil next to impossible as those cameras are rental only

[@thatcherfreeman]

Probably worth noting that IMAX cameras are so loud that you generally can't record sound at the same time. Most of the benefits of high end digital camera are to improve workflow, but you could make the argument that IMAX cameras work against that, though in exchange for great image quality.

[@quinnyshootsfilm]

@@thatcherfreeman 20K a week to rent not including the film which at 15 perf only gives you like 2:30 min per 1000 feet.

[@ahomicidaltaco]

There's a Danish company that made 65mm film cameras, shame they don't make them anymore.

[@quinnyshootsfilm]

Logmar is making a new five perf camera but that’s not IMAX.

[@GoapprStudios]

So this is the new Potato Jet KZbin channel rig that will give everyone on KZbin camera envy.

[@larsboonAV]

This is so awesome, thanks for showing it to us!

[@mouthbreather280]

But can it run Crysis?? WHOOPS! Wrong place. I’m lost. Need directions. Help. Please!

[@mouthbreather280]

I’m here to help

[@OptimusFilmsYoutube]

5:10 JAA! 😍 Thanks for the ARRI Tour so far !

[@jacobd322]

I just found my camera charger after months, and after 2 hours of recording piano, the footage corrupts :(

[@hannesthurnherr7478]

Best video youve made in a while. Love that high end stuff

[@mouthbreather280]

*doesn’t tell price of the camera* :/

[@walterb7174]

*you clearly don't know google exist*

[@scottslotterbeck3796]

If you have to ask, you can't afford it. Base LF runs $85 to $125,000.

[@mouthbreather280]

@@scottslotterbeck3796 Did I say I could afford it or was in the market looking to buy one? From what I can tell, my original comment is unedited.

[@scottslotterbeck3796]

@@mouthbreather280 the old adage: if you have ask the price, you can't afford it. You've never heard that? It's a humorous statement.

[@mouthbreather280]

@@scottslotterbeck3796 I’ve head the adage. But I wasn’t asking because I could afford it, I was asking because it’s a relevant detail to include in the video and many people are probably curious. Of course I can google search it, but since I’m already watching the video it would be more convenient to just say it goes for around x price, or I bought it for x price.

[@CaseyGray58]

12:15 I feel your nerd enthusiasm and it made me really happy

[@spikespiegel5569]

first

[@Absquatulationist]

thirst

[@mrmanquet]

YES! We want a video from you why cinema lenses are sooo good! :-)

[@LawtonMeyer]

Yes! Please make another video about cinema lenses, but don't just go over the obvious like image quality. There's so much more to cinema glass that no one on KZbin ever seems to talk about. There's a usability and practicality to them that improve on set work flow. Love the videos, keep it up!

[@bmn]

He's giving me anxiety how he just moves through those hella expensive cameras so fast.

[@Zer0404]

777th View, seems like a lucky sign to me! I think a good video would be about the differences between DSLR's and cinema cameras, such as T-stops vs F-stops, Shutter speed vs Shutter angle, EI vs ISO, and even why its important to keep a camera log. I'm currently in film school and its surprising how many people are unfamiliar with these terms!

[@LuckyStrikeFilmsStudio]

I shot one of my film with one of these camera the footage look so good, Blood runs thick

[@Matiyucci]

Cinema lenses video.... Definetly waiting for it.

[@manny1chen]

Was wondering if camera pedestals still have a use and I can see from your comment about the weight of the Arri LF that a camera pedestal would make moving the camera up and down easy.

[@kennyditiromarule205]

haha finally i got to catch your video after uploading, thanks to you Potato Jet now am taking an extra 17 minutes of my study break.... I LOVE YOUR CONTENT

[@AUSSIETRAINDRIVER]

What an incredible camera! I feel like it sees things better than I can! 😂

[@totoroutes5389]

When will you test and review a genuine IMAX camera and project the footage in an IMAX theater?

[@Bill-NM]

Loved it. Kind of a "behind the scenes" feel for filmmakers. Do more. Thanks.

[@cooloox]

Hi Gene, that was a great video, as usual. You made one statement I absolutely disagree with though. You said autofocus will 'never' match a manual focus-puller and I absolutely disagree with that statement. Autofocus systems are already better than manual focus in many situations, but there is just one reason why a human can do a better job. The cameraman usually knows in advance exactly when a person is going to start moving, where they're moving to and when they are going to stop. The camera knows none of this. So here's a challenge for you if you claim humans are better than autofocus: Challenge a camera to a focus competition where you have no idea what the person is going to do. The person can randomly start, stop and change direction without you knowing in advance what they're doing. I bet you you cannot match a good autofocus system (e.g. EOS R or Sony A7iii). Once they introduce flexible programming into cameras to tell the camera when to start focusing when to stop, over what amount of time and so on, manual focus-pullers will become redundant. It will happen. I've seen plenty of TV footage and even movie footage where focus monetarily drifts out and back in and this includes situations where the focus-puller had prior knowledge of where the subject was moving to.

[@liteoner]

A skilled 1st AC will beat any AF system, I bet you that. AF is getting really good, no question, but it's not nearly there yet.

[@scottslotterbeck3796]

Autofocus will never master a focus puller. For one thing, when you set up, you know exactly where the talent is going to be, because you've rehearsed it. Autofocus doesn't know that For docs, yes, autofocus is fantastic.

[@shtopfl5247]

Holy shit that’s some value right there wow 😮 I’m lost for words 🙈🤷🏻‍♂️❤️

[@nmfilmsandtechnology1468]

3:17 mr potato gets so exited that he’s turning on a camera that’s more expensive than his house

[@mrheng562]

Bruh, when Steve squatted like a sumo and looked up at the camera. PRICELESS!!!

[@HolyHenry-u2u]

Tried the Arri Alexa Simulator. Settings are so easy to to - I would say almost easier than on my Panasonic camcorder... :)

[@rodrigomacias]

13:22 OMG the music quality from the arry is awesome

[@aiayou]

Ridiculously long videos from Gene are my favorite videos. I'm ready for a lecture about Arri technology.

[@bradross9986]

This man gets the OSCAR award for best KZbin review of a product. 1:39 .

[@johncarambat4762]

Can you please send links to the projects you do that help pay for all those expensive toys! :)

[@alexanderviklund7080]

Me: WOOW Thats so impressive, you barely can't see any difference from the Canon Eos R, What a camera :) great video Gene, thanks! :)