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Response to interlaced vs progressive

from Jim Parriott (escribador@aol.com)
I've been reading the threads, and Brian makes a great case for shooting progressive scan and 16:9. However...

It all depends upon which transfer house you'll be using.

If you're going to use DVFilm in Austin, they prefer it. Although please read their caveats. They advise no handheld shots, slow pan speeds, and limited motion. Is this the kind of film you want to make?

Sony Hi-Def in Culver City has a wonderful process that smooths 30 frame motion utilizing the 60 fields per second that shooting conventionally gives you. It allows for handheld, and handles motion remarkably well -- although fast pans are not advised. At this time, they strongly prefer no progressive scan and no 16:9. I've seen the results of this process and they're truly impressive.

The bottom line: carefully consider the motion you want to use/see in your movie.... and talk to the transfer house.

-- Jim Parriott

(posted 9031 days ago)

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