Re: [FCP-L] Production question: Lights

Wes,
Just my two cents on light output. Depending on the camera you are using, a 1K could be overkill. The newer cameras don't need much light to look good. I have been using the Panasonic 900 and 200 cameras and find that a 300 or 350 watt light is often perfect for a key with a 100 or 150 for fill and backlight, plus a small highlight on the background. If I use a 650w light, it is normaly with a Chimera to soften it. The smaller lights also give off less heat (something the talent/subject will appreciate - so will you if its a small room).
Gregg Foster
Meredith Video Solutions
ParentsTV
BetterTV

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From: Wes Plate <wes@automaticduck.com>
Subj: Re: [FCP-L] Production question: Lights
Date: Fri Oct 30, 2009 7:27 pm
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To: FCP-L <FinalCutPro-L@yahoogroups.com>

Thank you to everyone for your replies.

I'm going to visit with a local reseller who also rents this kind of gear
and start off renting, then when I find I need to buy I'll use all your
awesome info.

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Wes Plate
Automatic Duck, Inc.
http://www.automaticduck.com

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