Fri Dec 06, 2013 5:59 pm
There is absolutely no way that they are switching sensors.
First, I would imagine that it would cost more for the updated sensor, thereby increasing the camera cost. They aren't going to change the cost of the camera. They would more likely use it in the next design, where they will have more flexibility on price.
Second, it's possible that a sensor change would not only take time, but an overall design change. That's something at this point in time they are not going to do. Not to mention the sensors are not yet shipping, so they really aren't going to wait for all the bugs to be ironed out on that end, at this point.
Third, Let's not forget that the current sensors (assuming BMD is using the CMOSIS chip) is capable of 150 fps. So maybe, just maybe, by updating the sensor they would tap into 60 fps, but then that's a whole lot of data to reconsider when it comes to storage on the SSDs.
Finally, I believe that Grant just did an interview in Europe, where he basically says higher frame rate UHD is a gimmick at the moment, which makes me think he's not too interested in a sensor update at this time.
I think that everyone needs to take a chill pill on the high frame rate issue with these cameras. They offer outstanding devices at low cost and everyone expects to have everything. It's just not gonna happen. If you want an affordable camera, you need to make sacrifices. Even higher end cameras don't give you all that you want.
Most professionals/production companies don't rely on one camera to get the whole job done, and neither should you. Remember that you can always budget and rent equipment for certain tasks. If your client wants slow-motion, just let them know it's gonna cost them. Otherwise, you'll have to cheat the slow-mo with some form of optical flow simulation.
Another thing you should probably think about before purchasing this camera (if your one of those people that want all features for low cost) - it's gonna cost you a lot more than $4K to get what you would like out of it. You'll have to have great quality lenses (especially for 4K), rigs, SSDs, extended bat, etc.
Just remember - this camera is not going to make you better. It's not the answer you've been looking for that's gonna transform you into a movie making machine.
This response is not directed at anyone in particular, rather than just some information that everyone should consider, if they have not already done so.
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