Since posting my last article on video-capable DSLRs and RED’s latest announcements, Jim Jannard has changed the specs of his upcoming product line yet again, mostly to clarify a few things and offer some advantages to existing RED One owners. I’ve also received a few emails asking me what, if the existing cameras aren’t so great, could be done to improve them.
So, I’m working on a list of what I would like to see in an affordable and flexible video camera capable of shooting everything from documentaries to feature films. Stay tuned. In the meantime, I want to ask you, my readers, a favor. I’ve tried to keep this blog on topic and focused entirely on filmmaking, but this is a noble cause, so bear with me while I shift gears for a moment.
The Art of Manliness website is about to name the Manliest Man of 2008, and a friend of mine is in the running. Matthew Chancey is one of the manliest men I know, and I can’t think of a better man to win the title. Ever since I’ve known him, Matt has been quick to stand up for his friends, represent the underdog, and help the weak, no matter what the cost and without ever shirking his duties as a father.
I could go on and on, but the contest ends on the 14th, so go vote for Matt, and while you’re there, poke around on the Art of Manliness site. There are some great articles on things like how to start a fire without matches or land an airplane, and why most of the modern ideas of pop counterculture and pop psychobabble are so stupid.
