CANON GL1 CAMCORDER (maxsterling619's webcam recorded Video - September 05, 2009, 10:15 AM)

[castrocristian7]

is this camera campatable with a sd memory card, instead of using tapes?

[shloger1]

ive just bought this camera a few days ago and i keep tapeing over my footage how do i make it so i dont do that

[AllTheWorldWillHearU]

this camera is cool im thinking about picking one up on amazon or ebay... does it have night vision and if so is it green or white...

[chinesebandgeek]

wow. this was really helpful. thanks!

[pabloskatopat]

hey man how`s it going.....does this one has 24p (frame) recording??? thanks

[SuperSkaterkids]

i want tht



[bigd021191]

@maxsterling619 i use sony vagas pro, i have been useing this for about a year now so i know alot about this program. but when i plug in the firewire to the PC nothing happends. no sound, seems like the cumputer isnt reconizeing it. and when i pull up the thing in vagas it says camera not recognized. am i doing something wrong or whats going on?

[bigd021191]

i got this cam, cant figure out how to transfer everything to the computer tho. i bought the firewire cable plug it up but nothing pops up on my computer

[whiteheadwi]

I Have a Samsung R530 and i cant see any fire wire connections? if it doesn't have the connection how am i meant to upload my footage or do all laptops have this?

[bigd021191]

@whiteheadwi i am having this same problem. please help!!!! let me know if you know whats going on. i am haveing the same exact problem

[whiteheadwi]

@bigd021191 I Have No Idea Either Mate Tell Me If There Is A Way>

[harhelo]

everytime i try to upload my video to my computer the picture is really grainy and dosent look good at all, i think my computer is compressing the video how to do get my computer to copy the full dv quality image?

[maxsterling619]

@harhelo this is a really good question. So far, I've tried to programs that give the best quality: avid mc and main concept encoder's capture, but there is a trade off avid rips vide that can't be used with premier or vegas and main concept need a really fast comp to work the footage on vegas.

[maxsterling619]

@TrustSKATETEAM1 Yes, but I highly recomend a DV deck for capturing footage to prolong the life of the GL1's DV heads.

[milfilmz1]

sun shade... not lens hood

[maxsterling619]

@milfilmz1 The actual term is "lens hood", which is designed for preventing lens flare and not for blocking the sun unless you're refering to a "matte box" with a "french flag"; then you got a sun shade. Are you talking about the sun shade for the LCD screen? If I called it a "lens hood", my bad.

[dollbaby4400]

thanks , !

[maxsterling619]

@RedMercuryStudios a boom or shotgun mic will plug in to this camera, but you will need an XLR adapter if you plan to use a Sennhieser condenser mic on it. lens hoods usually come stock with the camera if you get it new.

[cosmicburrito2]

I know a (very) small bit about cameras. I didn't catch the frames per second information about the camera. Is it 35p, 30p, 24p? I'm thinking about buying one, but, I want a more professional looking picture. Any thoughts?

[maxsterling619]

@cosmicburrito2 29.97F fps. Frame mode is canon's early version of progressive mode.

[tmarpe]

HV20 is better?

[maxsterling619]

@tmarpe HV20 has a sharper image, but it lack the color depth of the GL1.

[dirtbiker103]

should i get a canon gl1 or a xm1?

i will be using it to film skate and snowboard films

[maxsterling619]

@dirtbiker103 From what I've seen from test screenings, the xm1 seems to have a slightly clearer image than the GL1. They look exact from a hardware standpoint. The GL1 captures images alittle bit warmer than the xm1. I would research the specs alittle bit more before commiting to one. Keep in mind that the frame mode is the same on both and if you're shooting snow or skate boarding, you should shoot in normal mode first than set progressive in post.

[tylrewilcox1]

Can you please post a video on how to use the settings and make the picture quality look better?

[maxsterling619]

I've constructed a lens adapter for this camera. I'll try to post something in the upcoming week

[codymurph14]

im thinking about getting thiis cam do u recomend it?

[maxsterling619]

@codymurph14 At the current price range for this camera, you could invest it into something better like the Pannasonic DVX100A or save you pennies and get an XL2 with interchangable lenses. The GL1 is great if you need to shoot something quick with great color depth but it won't have the detail of an HD camera.

[codymurph14]

@maxsterling619 im just looking for a new cam for skate videos

[arheaya19]

Is this camera HD?

[macwoman12]

I'm looking to buy a used canon camcorder for music videos and skateboarding etc. Do you think this one would be helpful for that? If not what kind should i get? Also where is a place that would sell canon used camcorders for a good price? Preferable $500-$1000. Thanks!!!

[tmannelson94]

i got a gl1 with a wide angle on it, its sick for filming skate videos i just need to buy a capture card so i can take all my videos and transfer them to my computer

[KidBajan]

Too bad prosumer cameras cost a shitload of money, even when they're used.

[cougarwolfhawk]

You can get a GL1 for around 500-900$ depending on where you buy

[KidBajan]

@cougarwolfhawk

In Barbados that price range of $500-$900 is actually $1000-$1800 due to our exchange rate of US$1=BDS$2. And ebay doesn't really help anymore cause every fool with money to waste goes and buys the cameras that go for good deals.

[907AK75]

hey, what kind of firewire does this take? i know it takes ieee1394, but what size? 4 pin? 6 pin? 9 pin?

thanks!

[maxsterling619]

@907AK75 I use a 1394 4 to 6 pin cord for ripping footage

[thomasjamesalcock]

you actualy dont konw how helpful this was

[marleykid1971]

thanx

[marleykid1971]

i have a gl1 and i am trying to go for that wide film look can you suggest a lense and an adapter, 35mm where do i look it seems so difficult. if you find one can u send me a link to the site, i would appreciate it, thanks.

[maxsterling619]

the best way to get that 35mm look on any digital camcorder would be a red rock micro, but those are very expensive; there are however ways to create 35mm lens adapters. There are plenty of yt videos on how to make these adapters.

[Spratt2g]

Is this camera good for interview style usage in loud low light settings. I will use a shotgun mic as well with a xlr to mic input adaptors. what do you think?

[TheFilmer112]

@Spratt2g if you are using a shotgun mic to improve the audio then you wont have any problems

[Gatfive]

Does the GL1 feature interchangable lenses or is it just a built in lens?

[maxsterling619]

the lens is fixed.

[TheJaKePoEl]

should i buy a gl1 for 600?

it works fine, his dad bought it for him 2 years ago in super good condition and never really used it

[maxsterling619]

That a good buy if it comes with all the parts. Just keep in mind that you will need to do some tweeking in post to get a good hd look.

[asiansk8er91152]

is there a big difference between the gl1 and gl2

[maxsterling619]

the gl2 has a sd port and an xlr port.

[jcjodouin]

is there a software that you need to put the video on to your computer?

[robbietop]

anyone know the frame rate?

[maxsterling619]

the frame rate is 30F

[Omunlin]

Hey which is better the Gl1 or the Gl2? Which would go best with the Mk1, Mk2, or Baby Death lens?

[maxsterling619]

It all depends on what your needs are and what kind of budget you have to meet those needs.

[odewepe]

Great vid. Do you ar anyone know how to turn down the audio lever while recording? I love my GL 1 until I found out Canon skipped that seep..I NEED HELP!!

[maxsterling619]

There is no way that I know to adjust the audio on the GL1. Your only hope is to get an adjustable eternal XLR audio adapter like I mentioned in this video.

[skater8902]

i love this camra its not to small and its not to big and it shoots amazing videos!

[Killz520]

good video, just got a few questions.

1 - do the heads need to be clean? if so how regularly

2- would you recommend getting a capture camera to put the footage off that camera onto ur computer or can u just use that camera?

3 - is this a hard camera to set the setting right if you use manual settings

hope you can help, cheers

[terriblefilms]

max here:

1-you should always clean the head when a-heavy usage(wedding, special events that require multiple tapes) b-when you use different brands of tape(not recommended)

2-I use the camera but that is a bad thing because over time the heads will wear out. try using a dv capture deck or if you can't afford it, try using an old dv cam.

3-gl1 are arguably the most user friendly prosumer on the market making it perfect for run and gun documentary filming.

hope this helped.

[SkateBoardingIsGnarr]

hey what is a dv capture deck?

[terriblefilms]

they look kind of like VCRs but are made for DV tapes.

[realboy2ful]

how can u upload a video from it