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Presentation / Cameras

what do you use?

  1. Edge
    Date: Mon, Sep 24 2007 21:55:15

    I'm planning to buy a video camera for a trip to europe this winter. As an added bonus, I'll probably use the cam to record some pen spinning combos. I'm curious to know... What does everyone use?

  2. sketching
    Date: Mon, Sep 24 2007 22:20:58

    I have a Nikon Coolpix 3100. I highly suggest that you not use it. It sucks.

  3. UEDan
    Date: Mon, Sep 24 2007 22:51:56

    Dont get a Sony Cybershot.

  4. scyros
    Date: Mon, Sep 24 2007 23:17:57

    i use canon zr500, i did a lot of research on it before i bought it (it was right before my trip to europe as well)
    so far i am very satisfied with it. the price has probably came down since i bought it (i got it for about $225). only problem is it didn't come with a fire wire cable. but i got that off ebay for $4. hope this helps.

  5. K4S
    Date: Tue, Sep 25 2007 00:04:40

    I use a Canon A620...its a little outdated but it records at 30fps which is better than a lot of other cameras.

  6. Eso
    Date: Tue, Sep 25 2007 12:09:24

    QUOTE (UEDan @ Sep 24 2007, 06:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    Dont get a Sony Cybershot.

    Quoted for great justice.
    This camera is horrid in taking video. I have the 6.0 MP one and it constantly auto-focuses as you're filming. Don't buy it for the video.

    I use a Logitech Quickcam IM for filming and it's pretty good. It also records 30 FPS and with the proper lighting, you can achieve good results.

  7. WhiteFang
    Date: Tue, Sep 25 2007 12:39:24

    QUOTE (Eso @ Sep 25 2007, 10:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    Quoted for great justice.
    This camera is horrid in taking video. I have the 6.0 MP one and it constantly auto-focuses as you're filming. Don't buy it for the video.


    OMG you serious?? OMG OMG that's the only camera i have..

  8. przemo
    Date: Tue, Sep 25 2007 13:34:41

    Olympus SP-320 it's a bit old but very good cam, 30 FPS in 640x480,
    but they discontinued production of this model...

  9. zblader
    Date: Tue, Sep 25 2007 17:51:19

    I have the Lumix DMC-LZ5 and well, I was trying to run some video I filmed in my laptop, the video, it was kinda laggy.. But other days it works kinda well, quality is decent.

  10. UEDan
    Date: Tue, Sep 25 2007 20:01:06

    I'll say it again, used PS2 EyeToy. 640x480 30FPS. I got mine for $5 USD.
    Half of the old black ones use Logitech technology, the others are Nagai(Mine) and its crystal clear.

  11. Crzyazn
    Date: Tue, Sep 25 2007 21:26:07

    HP Photosmart R707

    I recommend this camera. I shoot 5MP video at 30fps. No tripod/anchoring system, thus it is a pain in the ass to set up a good angle. If you have the patience though, this shoots quality video

  12. Edge
    Date: Tue, Sep 25 2007 22:02:21

    QUOTE (UEDan @ Sep 25 2007, 04:01 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    I'll say it again, used PS2 EyeToy. 640x480 30FPS. I got mine for $5 USD.
    Half of the old black ones use Logitech technology, the others are Nagai(Mine) and its crystal clear.


    Wow thanks for this btw. I tested out my friend's eyetoy and I ended up buying it off him for like 7 bucks( I bought him lunch at chickfila lol). I'll probably end up using my old digicam for my trip but wow this shit was a steal.

    Anyhow, I'm sure I'm not the only one that needed camera recommendation... So keep on posting folks smile.gif

  13. Tialys
    Date: Tue, Sep 25 2007 22:55:07

    1. Never buy a digital camera to record video.
    2. Buy your camcorder from Costco because they have an excellent return policy. You can usually return it within a year, no questions asked, as long as you didn't break the camcorder yourself.
    3. Do your research. A mini-DV or hard drive camcorder is good. Don't get a Sony one that uses a proprietary format like Hi8 tapes. I believe I had a Canon ZR700, which was decent. It's what I used to film z-bo (search "Life of an Admin" on YouTube).
    4. If it's mini-DV, you'll probably need a Firewire card to transfer video to your desktop (not sure about laptops). If you're not satisfied with the stock battery, you may feel like buying an upgrade. These things factor into the cost. It really depends how much you're willing to spend and what your needs are.

  14. toast
    Date: Thu, Sep 27 2007 01:23:31

    I use a Quickcam messenger.

    Sometimes, the program you use is just as important as the camera.

    After switching my recording program (into a version that was much older) I managed to double my FPS.

    Use the Quickcam software, but try to get a version below 10.

  15. nathan.
    Date: Fri, Sep 28 2007 03:55:49

    I've been playing with my iSight camera (MacBook Pro here), and thought it would be awful for video since it takes terrible pictures. Any motion is always blurred in the pictures, so I assumed fps would be abysmal.

    But when I got QuickTime Pro, I tried making a few videos and it isn't so bad. Not ideal, but it takes decent video.

    Of course, the camera is mounted at the top of the screen, so getting a good view of a place I'm comfortable spinning is pretty tough, but once I position the laptop it works out pretty well.

    Sorry if this isn't too helpful for prospective camera buyers, I know you're not all about to run out and spend 2k on a computer just for an acceptable camera. But if anyone here has an iSight already, then give it a go.

  16. K4S
    Date: Sat, Sep 29 2007 02:58:31

    Does anyone actually use a video camera to record pen spinning related stuff? Im guessing the majority of people here use digital cameras or webcams. And is there any benefit to using an actual video recorder? I can already record at 30fps with my digicam which is plenty. The only benefit i can see is better resolution but youtube and other video streaming sites will butcher all that to hell anyway.

  17. UEDan
    Date: Sat, Sep 29 2007 03:26:52

    Yeah, I did. My first videos were from my Sony camcorder. It was a huge pain in the ass. Record to video, covert... Stream directly = crap quality.

  18. Rorix
    Date: Sat, Sep 29 2007 05:06:28

    QUOTE (toast @ Sep 27 2007, 01:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    I use a Quickcam messenger.

    Sometimes, the program you use is just as important as the camera.

    After switching my recording program (into a version that was much older) I managed to double my FPS.

    Use the Quickcam software, but try to get a version below 10.

    I use v11 quickcam software and my fps is fine. I think I have the same webcam as you as well.

  19. BananaKetchup
    Date: Sat, Sep 29 2007 13:27:14

    Biult-in webcam on my laptop...

    Seems ok, but i havn't filmed much..=[


    EDIT:its an acer crystal-eye webcam

  20. Sfsr
    Date: Mon, Oct 1 2007 15:09:24

    Real DV-filmcameras might be pains in the ass, but they're so worth it. You just get such an a-w-e-s-o-m-e result <3

  21. K4S
    Date: Mon, Oct 1 2007 23:20:36

    QUOTE (Sfsr @ Oct 1 2007, 11:09 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    Real DV-filmcameras might be pains in the ass, but they're so worth it. You just get such an a-w-e-s-o-m-e result <3


    Yes, but wouldnt youtube/putfile/etc completely ruin the quality?

  22. Rocky
    Date: Tue, Oct 2 2007 05:05:19

    You guys should really try uploading to Stage6 sometime. It's the video hosting site by DivX and the quality isn't bad. The only bad part is that you have to encode to DivX (Is that really the bad part?). I also hear that Veoh is good but I guess it depends on preference. YouTube/Putfile lowers the video quality a lot while Stage6 allows huge video files to be hosted and the quality isn't really lost at all.

    Back on topic:

    Does anyone know a good webcam?

  23. UEDan
    Date: Tue, Oct 2 2007 05:13:20

    QUOTE (Rocky @ Oct 1 2007, 10:05 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    You guys should really try uploading to Stage6 sometime. It's the video hosting site by DivX and the quality isn't bad. The only bad part is that you have to encode to DivX (Is that really the bad part?). I also hear that Veoh is good but I guess it depends on preference. YouTube/Putfile lowers the video quality a lot while Stage6 allows huge video files to be hosted and the quality isn't really lost at all.

    Back on topic:

    Does anyone know a good webcam?


    QUOTE (me)
    I'll say it again, used PS2 EyeToy. 640x480 30FPS. I got mine for $5 USD.
    Half of the old black ones use Logitech technology, the others are Nagai(Mine) and its crystal clear.

  24. friske
    Date: Thu, Oct 4 2007 03:33:09

    Thanks for the mention of the eye toy...it works amazing smile.gif

  25. Tialys
    Date: Fri, Oct 5 2007 11:57:36

    QUOTE
    I'm planning to buy a video camera for a trip to europe this winter.
    I don't know about y'all, but you'd look kinda stupid carrying a laptop and webcam around.

  26. BananaKetchup
    Date: Sun, Oct 7 2007 05:29:40

    My nagai eyetoy is quite bluury and it lags a bit.

    It dusn't seem to capture spinning very well

  27. nateiskewl
    Date: Sun, Oct 7 2007 19:31:53

    QUOTE (K4S @ Sep 28 2007, 07:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    Does anyone actually use a video camera to record pen spinning related stuff? Im guessing the majority of people here use digital cameras or webcams. And is there any benefit to using an actual video recorder? I can already record at 30fps with my digicam which is plenty. The only benefit i can see is better resolution but youtube and other video streaming sites will butcher all that to hell anyway.


    I film with my camcorder, it works fine.

    BTW, nathan, I can't stand using my MacBook Pro to record spinning, sorry. tongue.gif

  28. Eric
    Date: Sun, Oct 7 2007 21:21:40

    I use a webcam and it sucks. That's why I don't record my spinning much. laugh.gif

  29. Aries
    Date: Thu, Oct 18 2007 07:44:03

    for the eyetoy do u just plug it in to the USB slot and how to record and stop play rewind fast foward and all that sutff? how do u get it to saveo n comp. u kno wht i mean...

  30. UEDan
    Date: Thu, Oct 18 2007 08:22:51

    QUOTE (Aries @ Oct 18 2007, 12:44 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    for the eyetoy do u just plug it in to the USB slot and how to record and stop play rewind fast foward and all that sutff? how do u get it to saveo n comp. u kno wht i mean...


    When you plug it in it'll ask for drivers, google for them.
    Then use a capture program like nero or MPC to record.

    QUOTE (BananaKetchup @ Oct 6 2007, 10:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    My nagai eyetoy is quite bluury and it lags a bit.

    It dusn't seem to capture spinning very well


    It depends on the program you are using to record. My Nagai is perfect

  31. Jakém0n
    Date: Thu, Oct 18 2007 11:14:49

    I use the silver (namtai) Eyetoy and works great, its depth of focus isnt that great tho.You can get the drivers and all the info how to do it here....its really easy.
    http://www.richpsx.com/playstation2/utilit...ation_2_eye.htm
    I agree that the program you use is just as important but WMM seems alright depending how you configure it.
    I used Win AVI Capture for a bit but it was a bit more grief than WMM.

  32. Aries
    Date: Thu, Oct 18 2007 23:45:38

    ill be searching for an eyetoy i can buy from fellow students till then, no camera sad.gif

  33. UEDan
    Date: Thu, Oct 18 2007 23:47:47

    Just go to a game store like EB Games. Most should have one on sale in the used section for $6.

  34. nevets123
    Date: Fri, Oct 19 2007 00:14:33

    maybe i'll pick up an eyetoy next time i go to ebgames.

  35. Zaazu
    Date: Sat, Oct 20 2007 22:54:30

    QUOTE (Crzyazn @ Sep 25 2007, 11:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    HP Photosmart R707

    I recommend this camera. I shoot 5MP video at 30fps.

    Yeah video at 5mpx. Big chance...

  36. Scott Shaputis
    Date: Sun, Oct 21 2007 00:24:29

    is 90 fps overkill?

  37. UEDan
    Date: Sun, Oct 21 2007 04:38:41

    Not enough frames.

  38. Aries
    Date: Sun, Oct 21 2007 08:30:20

    i dont think the government or economy or whoever is in charge of sellling stuff, they dont sell 90fps cameras.....highest i've seen is 60fps on a normal camera. anything above that is like uber slo mo or sumthing, 60 fps makes your combos smooth and clear but then again, it makes it look slower

  39. Scott Shaputis
    Date: Sun, Oct 21 2007 08:50:47

    QUOTE (Aries @ Oct 21 2007, 03:30 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    i dont think the government or economy or whoever is in charge of sellling stuff, they dont sell 90fps cameras.....highest i've seen is 60fps on a normal camera. anything above that is like uber slo mo or sumthing, 60 fps makes your combos smooth and clear but then again, it makes it look slower




    i'll show you

  40. Rorix
    Date: Sun, Oct 21 2007 09:13:41

    I remember toast posted a video of a 1000 fps thumbaround one time. And in a tv show with the JPSA they used a really high fps camera to film some combos to play in slow motion.

  41. vinhthehero
    Date: Mon, Oct 22 2007 12:15:54

    1000 fps is shot with high-speed cameras biggrin.gif Now if only they show pen tricks with high-speed cameras in slow-mo, then it'll be easier to learn tricks XD

    I use my Motion-Eye webcam, it's alright but I want to get myself a camcorder...

  42. UEDan
    Date: Mon, Oct 22 2007 12:53:23

    I think they did that once, they did the TA. It was wicked.

  43. vinhthehero
    Date: Mon, Oct 22 2007 21:43:52

    QUOTE (UEDan @ Oct 22 2007, 07:53 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    I think they did that once, they did the TA. It was wicked.




    Lol, thumbarounds are easy to catch spinning at the naked eye, but fast tricks like the sonics and etc... aren't so easy to catch spinning at the naked eye, in 30fps it may spin a little slower but some people might not understand how it's spinning =| Toke me awhile to understand it XD Anybody know any other videos of pen spinning tricks filmed at 1000fps? biggrin.gif

  44. Zombo
    Date: Tue, Oct 23 2007 00:00:33

    stay on topic please, or create another thread about slow motion spinning.

  45. Scott Shaputis
    Date: Tue, Oct 23 2007 01:55:25

    http://www.microanvika.com/product.asp?PNO=PHI52419

  46. vinhthehero
    Date: Tue, Oct 23 2007 02:16:22

    QUOTE (Scott Shaputis @ Oct 22 2007, 08:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>


    That's cheap D: 90fps!

    lol, to stay on topic. I did find some cameras that do shoot up to 1000fps

    Weinberger is an awesome high-speed camera manufacture. You can rent one for up to $295 per day... wink.gif

    http://www.weinbergervision.com/High-Speed...ge-l3cat90.html
    http://www.weinbergerusa.com/High-Speed-Ca...al-l1cat46.html

  47. kmibar
    Date: Thu, Oct 25 2007 11:29:48

    I use SAMSUNG S850. 800x600- 20 fps / 640x480 -30fps. cool.gif

  48. iMatt
    Date: Sat, Oct 27 2007 07:00:49

    i use a Microsoft VX-3000. Damn good quality. Just record from Windows Movie Maker. Works like a charm ^^

  49. Da Artist
    Date: Sun, Oct 28 2007 19:19:05

    Samsung Digimax S500 its okay but batteries dont last long enough in this

  50. Sabertrail
    Date: Tue, Oct 30 2007 19:50:29

    anyone recommends me a specific software to capture from the webcam?? thanks

  51. Scott Shaputis
    Date: Wed, Oct 31 2007 03:45:42

    QUOTE (Scott Shaputis @ Oct 22 2007, 07:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>



    i bought this camera, and i would like to state that it is worth the money and totally awesome.
    i would recommend this to any pen spinner or anyone in need of a webcam for that matter.

  52. Spinnie
    Date: Wed, Oct 31 2007 10:32:19

    Sony Handycam and Logitech Quickcam xs.

  53. nolan
    Date: Sat, Nov 3 2007 14:28:57

    is a 30 fps webcam good? im thinking of getting one with 30 fps...

  54. Tim
    Date: Sat, Nov 3 2007 14:34:11

    30 fps is fine. Most people use that.

  55. Aries
    Date: Sat, Nov 10 2007 06:23:49

    any1 kno a specfic camera i should get that takes high quality pics as well as video? getting one for bday

  56. Scott Shaputis
    Date: Sat, Nov 10 2007 14:19:37

    MINE DOES!
    game over.
    its in the thread farther back.

  57. parad0x
    Date: Sun, Nov 11 2007 07:56:04

    I use a JVC hard disk camcorder its awesome.

  58. TEK
    Date: Sun, Feb 3 2008 08:36:38

    QUOTE (UEDan @ Sep 24 2007, 06:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    Dont get a Sony Cybershot.


    dude sony ftw!

  59. Thewave
    Date: Mon, Feb 4 2008 19:01:13

    I just bought a QuickCam Communicate STX, it seems ok, nice video quality, but the camera has some bugs.
    Overall I've been told its a good camera and so far it is doing its job pretty nicely.

  60. Ã…lan
    Date: Tue, Feb 5 2008 10:59:47

    Hm most people use 30fps cameras. I use a Samsung DV camera, I actually don't know how much fps it is on it.

  61. Outlander
    Date: Wed, Feb 6 2008 03:57:49

    I just ordered a Samsung NV10
    - video sits at 30fps @ 640 x 480 and 320 x 240 resolution

  62. Hellblaza
    Date: Sun, Feb 24 2008 12:20:41

    I have a Canon A620 that records at 45 fps, and is 7.1MP =]

  63. LMnet
    Date: Sun, Feb 24 2008 16:10:12

    I buy new cam: Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000. 640x480 30fps. Quality is perfect. I can film in the dark now biggrin.gif But i spent ~150$ on this cam.

  64. TheSpinner 3.5
    Date: Fri, Feb 29 2008 20:53:59

    integrated webam

  65. Susho
    Date: Fri, Feb 29 2008 21:46:49

    I use MSI Star Cam 370i..the qual is good, but Jezus, its so big! like 2 mins - 4GB !!!

  66. Tama
    Date: Sat, Mar 1 2008 00:39:35

    Are these all webcams you guys are talking about?
    I only use a digital camera... >.<

  67. Outlander
    Date: Sat, Mar 1 2008 16:13:19

    I have a crappy 15$ webcam that I use for webchatting, but not filming and a Digital Camera for actual filming happy.gif

  68. Aiyah
    Date: Wed, Jun 4 2008 00:54:24

    is a digital camera good for recording videos?
    if not, what's so bad about them?

  69. someone
    Date: Wed, Jun 4 2008 00:57:40

    They record pretty high quality unless the digital camera really sucks. The drawback is that digital cameras run out of power faster than camcorders, so if you take a huge amount of time to film a combo, you probably need lots of spare batteries/rechargeables.

  70. ZaX
    Date: Sat, Jun 7 2008 10:46:04

    QUOTE (LMnet @ Feb 24 2008, 11:10 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    I buy new cam: Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000. 640x480 30fps. Quality is perfect. I can film in the dark now biggrin.gif But i spent ~150$ on this cam.



    It should have 1600x1200 instead of 640x480. Maybe i'll get that cam too. Logitech Quick Cam pro 9000

    On the logitech site it says that it films @ 1600x1200 with 30FPS.. i can get that cam for ~60€

    Do you guys think it's wort that? I mean 1600x1200 HD-Quality xD

  71. Rorix
    Date: Sat, Jun 7 2008 10:51:27

    QUOTE (ZaX @ Jun 7 2008, 10:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    It should have 1600x1200 instead of 640x480. Maybe i'll get that cam too. Logitech Quick Cam pro 9000

    On the logitech site it says that it films @ 1600x1200 with 30FPS.. i can get that cam for ~60€

    Do you guys think it's wort that? I mean 1600x1200 HD-Quality xD

    It doesn't mean it'll do 30fps at it's highest resolution. My brother has one, it only goes up to 640x480 @ 30fps, frame rate decrease if you go higher.

  72. Gunblakes
    Date: Sun, Jun 8 2008 06:02:33

    What is the difference in higher frame rates? Does that just mean that you can do slow motion filming? Like 30fps vs 120 fps. What is the main factor that affects quality?

  73. UEDan
    Date: Sun, Jun 8 2008 06:10:24

    QUOTE (Gunblakes @ Jun 7 2008, 11:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    What is the difference in higher frame rates? Does that just mean that you can do slow motion filming? Like 30fps vs 120 fps. What is the main factor that affects quality?


    It'll make the video look less choppy. Anything less than 24 FPS is just choppy.

  74. infinity200
    Date: Sun, Jun 8 2008 12:34:43

    I want to know bonkura's camera or some Japanese spinners like Nekura,potatoman,Ayatori

    I think their video look very nice

    My camera is so suck now. I want to buy a new one but no money tongue.gif

  75. Spidey
    Date: Fri, Jul 25 2008 22:18:15

    I use a 7.2 Megapixel Sony Cyberbershot. I don't have a tripod or anything to hold it up so I gotta hold it with my hand.
    Its really annoying. D:

  76. silent_orchestra
    Date: Fri, Jul 25 2008 22:35:52

    Canon HF100

    Highly recommended.

    Especially with a good tripod.


  77. Xero
    Date: Fri, Sep 5 2008 17:17:35

    Which is recommended: Webcam or Camcorder?

  78. Zombo
    Date: Fri, Sep 5 2008 18:13:24

    camcorder is obviously better, but more expensive.

  79. Xero
    Date: Fri, Sep 5 2008 18:42:50

    Can anyone recommend a good camcorder?

    What about a nice webcam?

  80. nada
    Date: Fri, Sep 5 2008 19:07:10

    if the camcorder connects to your computer via USB, you can get some dropped frames. if you get one it is probably best to connect with firewire.
    I use a digital camera, can record for a pretty long time before running out of batteries.
    Canon Powershot SD850 IS - nice but 200$

  81. ZaX
    Date: Fri, Sep 5 2008 20:56:57

    QUOTE (Rorix @ Jun 7 2008, 06:51 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    It doesn't mean it'll do 30fps at it's highest resolution. My brother has one, it only goes up to 640x480 @ 30fps, frame rate decrease if you go higher.



    I have a quickcam now and i like it. If you adjust all the settings, deactivate rightlight, light up your desk and DONT ZOOM xD, that's only digital zoom->sucks hell
    then it's awesome

    i can record 640x480 @ 30 fps and 1600x1200 @ 15 fps (even at 15 fps it looks awesome, i dont know why but somehow it's enough)

  82. stevieboy7
    Date: Fri, Sep 5 2008 21:24:31

    im curious as to wat kind of camera's that people use to take pictures of their pens with?
    some people such as TEK have GORGEOUS quality macro and pictures.
    show me ur camera and an example pic.

  83. Xero
    Date: Fri, Sep 5 2008 21:46:59

    http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?sk...d=1199495403693

    this seems decent...

  84. Antonio Garcia
    Date: Sat, Jan 31 2009 14:12:27

    i use my own webcam. doesnt look nice.

  85. テoh&#33;
    Date: Sat, Jan 31 2009 15:31:54

    i use a samsung mx20 . you get the hq option on youtube
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKpSgZlc6Zw

  86. Gr3gY
    Date: Sun, Jan 31 2010 14:47:50

    i dont know wats with my family but no one's really into cameras
    so i only got real old cams at home zzz
    im thinking of getting a webcam though
    any suggestions?

  87. Kirby
    Date: Tue, Feb 2 2010 02:09:58

    QUOTE (Gr3gY @ Jan 31 2010, 08:47 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    i dont know wats with my family but no one's really into cameras
    so i only got real old cams at home zzz
    im thinking of getting a webcam though
    any suggestions?


    logitech quickcam pro 9000 .

    or the new microsoft webcam.

  88. Gr3gY
    Date: Sat, Feb 6 2010 05:29:34

    QUOTE (Kirby @ Feb 2 2010, 10:09 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    logitech quickcam pro 9000 .

    or the new microsoft webcam.

    wats the price like?
    i got a tight budget sad.gif

  89. Nation
    Date: Sat, Feb 6 2010 15:19:09

    QUOTE (Gr3gY @ Feb 5 2010, 11:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    wats the price like?
    i got a tight budget sad.gif

    Logitech STX is what simplex uses, see if you like it, It's pretty cheap, $35 on amazon

    QUOTE (stevieboy7 @ Sep 5 2008, 03:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    im curious as to wat kind of camera's that people use to take pictures of their pens with?
    some people such as TEK have GORGEOUS quality macro and pictures.
    show me ur camera and an example pic.

    TEK uses Sony T200
    Very pricey D:

  90. Sanbaen
    Date: Sun, Feb 7 2010 20:03:33

    i use a flip ultra for video... not hd just regular and it works pretty good, not just for spinning but for pretty much everything happy.gif
    for taking pics of my pens i just use nintendo ds camera dry.gif not the best but if i want quality pics ill just borrow my moms tongue.gif

  91. Eugene
    Date: Wed, Feb 17 2010 02:00:33

    hi everyone,sorry to interrupt,but i did like to ask sth..
    if i use a camera for recording ,how should i set the camera in order to make it facing my hands
    cuz the camera can just sit on the table facing horizontally,how am i able to make it facing the correct angle with my hands and stuffs like on webcams?

    sorry for my bad english but i hope you understand what i'm talkign abt ^ ^'

  92. Wind
    Date: Wed, Feb 17 2010 02:03:04

    Get a tripod that would work with your camera.
    That way, you can pretty much get alot of different angles.

  93. Eugene
    Date: Wed, Feb 17 2010 02:15:32

    QUOTE (Wind @ Feb 17 2010, 10:03 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    Get a tripod that would work with your camera.
    That way, you can pretty much get alot of different angles.

    o,tripod,thx a lot ^ ^
    is there any type you all would recommand,cuz i'm not good at these problems..
    so the camera will be on the tripod and the tripod will be on my desk is it?
    and also are different cameras only match to their own brand of tripod or sth?

  94. Zombo
    Date: Wed, Feb 17 2010 03:18:59

    if your camera has the standard hole it can fit any tripod

  95. ZT*Zero_KT
    Date: Wed, Feb 17 2010 11:45:02

    QUOTE (BananaKetchup @ Sep 29 2007, 09:27 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
    Biult-in webcam on my laptop...

    Seems ok, but i havn't filmed much..=[


    EDIT:its an acer crystal-eye webcam


    Same here, great FPS, but quality is good enough. Records at 640x480

    There's a good tripod out there called a gorillapod *google that* sticks to any round or corner surface.

    Youtube some reviews if you want to.

  96. Kirby
    Date: Thu, Mar 4 2010 21:41:07

    Ok what is the best quality webcam for under 100$

  97. CaptainGolfBall
    Date: Sat, Mar 6 2010 04:25:00

    Does anyone have a Logitech Quickcam Pro 5000? What do you guys prefer? RightLight or no RightLight?

  98. PillarsOfValhalla
    Date: Sat, Mar 6 2010 04:27:31

    RightLight is trash.

  99. CaptainGolfBall
    Date: Sat, Mar 6 2010 04:32:42

    RightLight is trash.

  100. darkgenesis-spinnerxD
    Date: Thu, Mar 11 2010 23:18:57

    I mainly use my cell phone camera (cause i could take it with me wherever i go and film wherever i want) but to be honest, the real reason is that my parents are against me penspinning so they hid all the cameras away from me sad.gif

    thats why its rare if you see my combos in high quality, all i could do is apologize for the poor quality T_T