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Reddit mentions of DSTE Replacement for 2X NP-F550 Battery + DC01 Travel Charger Kit Compatible Sony CCD-RV100 SC5 SC9 TR1 Camera CN-160 CN-216 CN-304 YN 300 VL600 LED Video Light as NP-F330 NP-F530 NP-F570
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We found 3 Reddit mentions of DSTE Replacement for 2X NP-F550 Battery + DC01 Travel Charger Kit Compatible Sony CCD-RV100 SC5 SC9 TR1 Camera CN-160 CN-216 CN-304 YN 300 VL600 LED Video Light as NP-F330 NP-F530 NP-F570. Here are the top ones.
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Battery Type: Li-ion DC 8.4V(max) DC 7.2V(mean)Battery Capacity : 21.5Wh/2900mAhInfo Function for Life IndicationA 12V Car Lighter Adapter Convenient for JourneyTravel Charger Input: AC 100-240V 50/60Hz Output: 8.4V 0.6A
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> it does seem like more of a sidestep than a step up
In fact, the BMPCC is a significant step up for filmmaking from an entry level 8-bit 4:2:0 Canon DSLR for its headphone jack, 13 stops of dynamic range, 10-bit 4:2:2 ProRes and losslessly compressed CinemaDNG RAW codecs. But $500-$600 is too much for a camera with a broken LCD when you can [get one in good condition for $624 (with a 30 day money back guarantee) from Adorama] (http://adorama.evyy.net/c/60286/51926/1036?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.adorama.com%2Fus%2520%2520%2520%2520870340.html).
You'll also need a [$93.80 electronic adapter] (https://www.amazon.com/Commlite-CM-EF-MFT-Electronic-Aperture-Panasonic/dp/B01324WKAS//ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) for your Canon glass, plus a [$24.99 pistol grip] (https://www.amazon.com/JJC-HR-DV-Stabilizer-Camcorder-Blackmagic/dp/B00MRNP2LA/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) to make the camera easier to handle, an [$89 LCD viewfinder] (https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1013082-REG/kinotehnik_lcdvfbm_blackmagic_pocket_2ea_mounting_plates_soft.html) to make the screen usable and a [$25.90 external battery solution] (https://www.amazon.com/ILED-Battery-Adapter-BMPCC-HDV-Z96/dp/B00WLEKQS4//ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) with a [$5.95 1/4" to 1/4" male to male threaded screw adapter] (https://www.amazon.com/BephaMart-Threaded-Camera-Adapter-Shipped/dp/B01BAJL39Q//ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) to screw the battery plate into the pistol grip.
I use a [$21.98 pair of Sony batteries (with a charger)] (https://www.amazon.com/NP-F550-Sony-CCD-RV100-CCD-RV200-CCD-TR215/dp/B00CPYXQ2S//ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) [Referral Links] to power this camera and avoid "constant battery swaps" .
This makes the BMPCC a lot more usable ([here] (https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipP36i3sKZqhmyenGWf5e1JZZDDic_oBxVskDqxrCk5jb-JPhzPCDbY9RJToK20GvQ/photo/AF1QipNZiA3jh_Dn9dPuWPkklGotAB811ZMQyZDRG1UW?key=T3ZwTzBqckVSMkFwMVp3djFBVHBaTzV3RG5lMkhn) is a picture of my setup) - and gives you a very capable camera for filmmaking, as seen in these examples:
Feature Films
Short Films
Documentaries
There are many more examples in the [Pocket Cinema Camera group] (https://vimeo.com/groups/pocketcamera) I moderate over on Vimeo.
If you decide to go with the Pocket, you might want to subscribe over at /r/bmpcc - lots of knowledgeable folks there who can help you get the most out of your new camera.
Hope this is helpful, good luck with your filmmaking career and with finding the right camera for your needs!
Okay! With those parameters, assets, and budget, you have two good options.
The first, and probably easiest, will be doing exactly what /u/MacintoshEddie has suggested and throwing $400 at a local filmmaker and seeing what they can do with your well developed idea.
The second is, in my opinion, more fun, but it'll also require you to learn a little about filmmaking yourself.
The good news is, you already have most of the tools you need to create a "my first documentary" video and do it well. The camera on the iPhone 7 is better than any camera you're going to purchase below $200, and if you drop a couple bucks on a tripod and iphone adapter you're going to be set.
The biggest downside for you will be audio. Audio is the thing most fresh-faced filmmakers overlook, but it's just as-- if not more-- important as video quality. The onboard microphone in the iPhone is oooookay, but if you're more than 3 feet away from your subject, it'll get dicey. And unfortunately, this is the only place the iPhone falls short of a $250 Canon t2i.
Traditionally, there are two ways to do audio: in-camera and synced. In camera is when the audio and video are recorded together inside whatever camera you're using. This is a little tricky for the iPhone, because it's harder to attach a decent microphone. There are ways, but I'm not fluent in them. If this were a DSLR like the t2i mentioned above, I'd suggest you drop $150 for a Rode Videomic and call it a day. Since that's not an option (that I know of-- there might be a 3.5mm microphone jack adapter for the iPhone 7!), we need to look at the second audio solution: synced.
Synced audio is when you record the audio and video separately, and then synchronize them in post production. First off, post production is a fancy way of saying "editing the video." For professionals, there's a whole lot more than just editing, but for you, this'll be when you're bringing the footage onto your macbook and likely editing in iMovie.
For synced audio, the best option will be purchasing an $85 Tascam DR-05, a cheap microphone boom stand, and this adapter. Attach the DR-05 to the boom, throw something heavy on the base of the stand, and you'll have a good setup to capture audio for interviews and stationary events. However, you will need to "slate" each shot.
A slate is that black and white clapper board you see whenever film is depicted in media. It's purpose to to create a spike in the sound, as well as a visual indicator, so whoever is editing the footage can synchronize the audio and video. You can get away without a slate by simply clapping your hands in front of the camera.
If you go this route, I would suggest ONLY trying to do audio for interviews, and maybe stationary events where your camera won't move around. The audio captured on your iphone for "action" shots or "in the wild" shots will be okay as long as you have decent quality audio for the interviews. This will also save you time while editing, because syncing audio is a pain in the butt.
Now, if you haven't been scared away yet, and still want to spend a little money to make those interviews look extra-sexy, imma talk about some of my favorite lights on the market right now.
I've thrown together a $180 light kit for you that'll help you light your subjects in most lighting conditions. I use the YN600 Air for a key light (main light), and the YN300 for a fill light (remove unwanted shadows, dark background, etc). They're not as bright as some other LED options, but you won't need to worry about modifying the light at all. The YN Air series does a wonderful job of creating a nice, soft lightsource that won't screw with skintones or create harsh shadows. I've also thrown in two good stands that include a bag, and two power adapters to run the lights. If you want, you can spend an extra $60 on NPF batteries and chargers (I'd suggest these and then these ) to make the lights completely mobile). In addition to being excellent video lights, I've found I also keep my 300 set up in my room as a evening reading lamp!
Obviously, the lighting isn't necessary, but I promise you it'd be worth the investment when it comes to the final quality of your video. Both have an extremely easy learning curve, produce excellent results without needing to set up screens of diffuse, and their size makes them an afterthought when traveling.
So now that you're overwhelmed with all that info, let me recap!
Option 1) Have someone else do it!
Pros: You need to learn less, less stressful, less time spent on your end
Cons: Limited scheduling flexibility, $400 won't secure someone for months-on-end
Option 2) Do it yourself!
Pros: Complete control over the final product, working on your own time without worrying about other people, and new toys!
Cons: way more work, way more learning
Overall, you have two solid options to make this work. You could even combine the two: get the tripod and grab "on site" shots while paying someone else to produce your interviews. You'd still be up for editing, but you wouldn't have to worry about the nicer quality audio/syncing. With either option, you're going to end up being the producer/director of this video, which means you'll be doing the scheduling and coordinating, as well as creating the idea and communicating it exactly to everyone else you're working with.
Even though this may all seem really overwhelming right now, the best way to get the documentary done is to simply start working on it. Write up a summary of your vision, start asking around, and trust yourself to create something good. This subreddit is an excellent resource, as well as plenty of youtube channels and other forums out there. Additionally, if you ever have any questions, don't hesitate to shoot me a message. :)
I purchased a 7 inch unit with a 'Feelworld' sticker on it for $135 and it works surprisingly well. I also bought some batteries (Sony L series) and a charger as well as a magic arm and a carrying case. I am very pleased with it and the only gripe I have with it is that the power button is more like a standby button. I have to remember to pop the battery out so I don't end up with it being dead.
Here's some links:
Magic arm - https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00QTIVL82/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8
Clamp - https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01CM5SNY0/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Case - https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0196JV89C/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Huge battery (one last all day about) - https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00M3P9YBQ/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Inexpensive HDMI cable - https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B014I8SIJY/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Smaller batteries and charger - https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00CPYXQ2S/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
And finally, the monitor - https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00SV5K9WA/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Let me know ow if you have any questions!