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Zeiss--Another joiner right on their heels. Zeiss--Another joiner right on their heels. Zeiss has just joined also, announced Feb. 7, 2011. http://www.olympus-global.com/en/news/2011a/nr110207zeisse.html

The Four Thirds sensor format is apparently alive and well and growing. Existing companies were: ▪ Fuji ▪ Kodak ▪ Leica ▪ Olympus ▪ Panasonic ▪ Sanyo ▪ Sigma And now lens maker Schneider Kreuznach has joined, announced Feb. 4, 2011...

I 'd be remiss not to follow up the Panasonic TM900 item with a report of the Panasonic DMC-GH2 dSLR-like (mirror-less) camera with a Four Thirds sensor (and Micro Four Thirds lens mount). This has: -Interchangeable lenses -External stereo mic jack, and think manual gain control. -Full 24P HD...

This has some interesting features: -Pre-record cache (3 sec.). Helps you not miss something that you're watching and waiting for. -Time lapse. -High data rate (28Mbps) 60p, full hi-def. -Still burst mode 60fps (for 3 sec.). -Leica lens. -3MOS. -External mic w/ manual-gain. -Touchscreen...

If you haven't bought yet: There are some new ones as of CES 2011. Notable ones are the Panasonic TM900, TM800 and some Canon Vixia's, and their pricey XA10. IMO, be sure to get 24P and at least 24Mbs data rate, and manual audio gain control. The 2010 Panasonic TM700 (and I'd guess the new...

On the subject of what makes a good movie: I have a pet peeve about some movies, usually by first-time, independent directors and/or screenwriters (and seen mainly at film festivals), that suggest a perceived need to justify their filmmaking efforts with a nearly pedantic social message. There...

Much re Groundhog Day from Stephen Tobolowsky. Much re Groundhog Day from Stephen Tobolowsky. http://www.theepochtimes.com/n2/content/view/29305/ http://www.slashfilm.com/category/features/slashfilmcast/the-tobolowsky-files/

Outdoor shooting usually benefits from, or needs, one or more reflectors. Wind is often a problem, especially at some beaches, where there may be a continuous breeze. Any tips on wind-mitigation of reflectors and scrims?

Groundhog Day or Ghostbusters (1984) Groundhog Day or Ghostbusters (1984) Two great comedies with strong characters and fantastical stories.

This is a favorite that I've watched many times. Cinematography in Groundhog Day was unobtrusive, natural, pleasing, with well-motivated lighting. There was ample inclusion of practicals in the interiors, which were usually warm and charming, with some colorful detailing and costumes. The day...