I a selling a Sony broadcast HD camera, model XDCam F330.  It’s a fantastic camera that was used in a professional environment for approximately  3 1/2 years here in Arizona.  I’m selling it because the majority of projects I shoot no longer require this camera.  It’s a workhorse, this camera has been 100% reliable for me on every shoot!  Reasons I love this camera: it uses reliable XDCam Discs (23GB optical media) that is re-writeable, and can be easily shelved for archival purposes.  Easy workflow into FCP, and native XDCamHD Codec editing.  And.. corporate clients immediately identify with the size of the body as a professional camera (compared to DSLR).

Paid $14,000.  Asking $10,000.

Package Includes:

• Sony XDCam HD F330 camera body. (1080p/ 30p/24p/60i)
• Sony DXF-801 B&W Viewfinder
• Fujinon XS17x5.5BRM-M38 Lens (1/2″ Bayonet mount)
• Sony VCT-U14 tripod plate.
• Upgraded camera-mount with 15mm support rails.  (takes follow focus, and matte box easily)
• Upgraded threaded handle attachment.  (Gives 9 screw taps for mounting accessories like a monitor)
• Anton Bauer plate upgrade.  (converts the native V-Mount battery system to A/B)
• Porta-Brace camera bag w/leather-padded strap.  (Great for travel, fits in airline overhead compartments well)
• Porta-Brace Body Armor with built in rain slicker.  (Great for in-the-field documentary work)

The camera requires V-Mount batteries, or Anton Bauer Batteries, which are not included.

Download the Sony XDCam F330 Product Manual from Sony.

Disclosures

• The small cover for the memory stick is missing.  (located on back, does not affect performance or functionality)
• The LCD screen was completely repaired/replaced by Sony Service.  They also did a general cleaning/maintenance on the unit. ($1800 repair)
• Operation Hours: 1821.  See pic for additional usage.

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This rig was purchased as individual parts, and then used in a variety of re-configurable ways when shooting with a Canon 7D DSLR camera.

It is easily re-configurable, like an erector set for DSLR film production.  It can be set up in a “cage” configuration, to easily attach a follow focus, matte box, external monitor, and any other external device imaginable.  Or, it can be set up as a stripped-down, short hand-held rig.  Or, anywhere in between.

Original purchase price was over $2000.  Your price, $1400.

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This Rig Includes:

• 2x microPod accessory cheese plates
• 1x DSLR quick-release 15mm baseplate adapter
• 1x 15mm microShoulderMount w/ handlebar support with 2x handles
• 1x angled offset accessory
• 1x microArm (to attach a small monitor or audio recorder)
• 2x 24″ steel 15mm support rods
• 2x 18″ 15mm carbon fiber support rods
• 2x 12″ 15mm carbon fiber support rods
• 4x 9″ 15mm carbon fiber support rods
• 2x 15mm Swing Arm brackets
• 1x microHandle
• Some extra bolts, and hex-wrenches

This Porta Brace PC-3 Production Case  is a large, sturdy, and reliable case to tote around all of your accessories and extra production gear.  Porta Brace (and the “Porta Brace blue” color) is known through out the industry for quality and durability.  The case measures 30″ long, 12″ deep, and 15″ tall.  It comes with both a sturdy wooden handle for hand-carrying, and a long leather-padded strap for shoulder-carrying.  There are 3 large velcro dividing walls inside the case that can be repositioned to make the case fit pretty much anything.  Velcro pockets on the front, mesh pockets on the sides, and zipper mesh pouches in the lid of the case.  Paid $425 new.  Your price $175.

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Specs from the Manufacturer

The Porta-Brace PC-3 Production Case (Blue) is designed to protect, carry and organize a complete mix of video or audio field equipment. The case is made from 1000 denier Cordura with a rigid plastic interior. It features a roomy interior with easily adjusted partitions for securing the equipment. There is a mesh pocket system in the top lid, and five sturdy outside pockets of various sizes and shapes that are color coded to help you organize accessories. There are two removable side pockets with handles. The case can be carried with a wooden handle or a removable, adjustable, heavy-duty, non-slip shoulder strap.

A positionable LED carabiner interior flashlight for low-light production conditions is included. A LI-GLW illumination strip light pocket is included.

1000 denier Cordura bag made to carry audio and/or video equipment.

Rigid, hollow-core plastic frame interior protects the gear.

Three adjustable dividers are included.

Pockets

• Mesh pocket system in top lid
• Five front pockets with color coded tabs

Carrying options

• Wooden handle with nylon straps
• Removable, adjustable, suede leather shoulder strap

Are you looking for a way to burn many DVD’s at the same time at home?  This DVD burning tower has 8 DVD+-R dual-layer drives plus an internal 250GB hard drive for storing disc images.  Once you load your master DVD image onto the hard drive, you can burn 8 DVD’s at a time, which makes copies a snap.  Perfect working condition.  New, this unit cost over $750 plus shipping.  Purchase it used for just $400.

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Add these gears around the focus rings of your DSLR lens (like a Canon EF lens), and you now can use an industry-standard cine-geared follow focus to control them.  One of each size is included:

• microLensGear size A: 0.8 film pitch mod 32 provides film-pitch gearing for 35mm still lenses. The A gear fits lens focus rings with a circumference of 180mm-220mm. Comes with large and small fastening screw sizes.
• microLensGear size B: 0.8 film pitch mod 32 provides film-pitch gearing for 35mm still lenses. The B gear fits lens focus rings with a circumference of 211mm-250mm. Comes with large and small fastening screw sizes.
• microLensGear size C: 0.8 film pitch mod 32 provides film-pitch gearing for 35mm still lenses. The A gear fits lens focus rings with a circumference of 241mm-280mm. Comes with large and small fastening screw sizes.

These sell for $45/each on Redrock Micro’s website.  I’ll sell all three for just $80.

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This used monitor has been used professionally for about 3 years, mostly with a XDCam HD F330 broadcast camera. The monitor is in excellent condition (8 out of 10), and has worked flawlessly for me over the years.  There is no visible fade or loss of brightness or sharpness.  This is an excellent HD monitor.  New this monitor cost $1200, selling for just $400 which includes the V-Mount to A/B mount conversion adapter.

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Detailed Specs

The monitor has 3 types of inputs: 3-wire BNC (Y,Pb,Pr) S-Video, and Composite Video BNC. When using the Composite or S-Video modes, you can manually switch the aspect ratio from 4:3 to 16:9 as needed. It also has a built in bar generator, and a blue-gun only mode… very handy for setting it up quickly in the field.

It can run off a V-Mount battery with the default battery mount, but also includes an Anton Bauer mount adapter ($100 value). Also includes the power adapter (which attaches to the 4-pin XLR connector).

The only cosmetic flaw I’ll mention is a slight scuff on the monitor, appx 1/4″ long. It’s *sooo* minor, I couldn’t even get a good picture of it.. but the description of the item would be incomplete without at least mentioning it. Trust me, you may have trouble finding it yourself, it’s that minor.

The Z-Finder is an incredible little device that allows you to use the LCD screen on the back of a DSLR Camera (like the Canon 5DmkII or 7D) like a traditional viewfinder.  The professional mounting plate mounts under your camera, allowing the z-finder to snap into place without any permanent modification to your camera.  When purchased new from Zacuto, they are $395. Buy it for $300 and save almost $100 plus shipping.

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From the Manufacturer

“With the convergence of DSLR filmmaking, there are many essential tools that are needed to give the correct form factor for video. When shooting video on a DSLR camera, you must use the LCD screen and you must use manual focus. The combination of a very small screen, manual focus, and razor thin shallow depth-of-field makes it very challenging to focus. When shooting in both outdoor and indoor settings the sunlight and glares make it nearly impossible to see the LCD. Lastly, holding the camera out in front of you so that you can focus on the screen makes the camera unstable and shaky. With any camera, you want to bring it close to the body for stability. The first essential item to help with these challenges is a DSLR optical viewfinder.”

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If you have a wireless Sennheiser  G2 system already, this wireless stick microphone will work perfectly.  This mic operates on the 518-554 MHz range (Block A) and has the 845 Supercardioid head.  This is a perfect microphone to have as a wedding videographer to use for quick on-camera testimonials.  Purchased new for $380.  Buy it used for just $200.  Includes microphone stand clamp (not shown).

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Do you have a tripod head that you want to mount to a standard 100mm set of tripod legs?  Use this 100mm ball leveler with 3/8″-16 threaded screw.  New this item costs $50.  Used, only $20.   More details at B&H Photo.

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This is a remote focus controller for a Fujinon broadcast lens.  The focus handle is model CFH-3 and the lens-mount gear is model FMM-8.  This is designed to be used with Fujinon Th16x lenses.  The CFH-3 focus handle mounts to any standard tripod pan handle.  This is a great addition for anyone shooting live events, or long durations that require tweaking focus.

New, this entire focus control system cost $750.  Used price is just $400.

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