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Post by Jan on Mar 2, 2024 22:25:15 GMT
I have a new video recorder that can record 3840 X 2160, with speed up to 150 Mbps. When I initialized a new SanDisk SDXC UHS-1 Card (states it is "Fast for Better Pictures and Full HD Video") the new recorder recommended to use 1920 X 1080.
I opened up VS without opening my current project. I see under Smart Proxy, you can use Smart Proxy when the video size is "above 1920 X 1080." So I am glad to see that. But...
Did the SD card limit using the video size to 1920 X 1080?
Can I use the 3840 X 2160 while recording, or will the video quality be reduced?
I have no clue about this tech stuff!
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Post by tletter on Mar 2, 2024 23:20:21 GMT
When I initialized a new SanDisk SDXC UHS-1 Card (states it is "Fast for Better Pictures and Full HD Video") the new recorder recommended to use 1920 X 1080. Did the SD card limit using the video size to 1920 X 1080? Can I use the 3840 X 2160 while recording, or will the video quality be reduced? Yes your CARD does support 4K (3840 X 2160), but it appears to be an Application Performance Class 1 (A1) card and not an A2 card, which maybe required to support your camera's top performance. In any event, recording in 4K will give you higher resolution than recording in FHD (1920 X 1080).
It is possible that your camera does NOT support 4K, so I suggest that you check your camera's user manual to see if it does. As well, if you give your camera's model number, someone on this forum may be able to help with the configuration.
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Post by Jan on Mar 3, 2024 0:13:16 GMT
Luckily, the camcorder is 4K, and it shows that on the camcorder itself! It is a Canon Vixia HF G70 camcorder.
The SD card says it can handle speeds up to 150 Mbps. Bit, the fine print in the info also states: Video: MPEG-4/H264. 1920 X 1080 @ 30 fps in minutes.
I did not read the fine print!
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Post by Jan on Mar 3, 2024 0:13:57 GMT
But, the fine print....Oops!
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Post by Ken Berry on Mar 3, 2024 1:46:50 GMT
While the camera might be capable of taking 4K video, I am pretty sure that it can be set to take HD video (1920 x 1080) instead. Maybe it is currently set to do so, and this was why you got that message about the SD card. But check the camera settings to see if it is set to take 4K or HD video.
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Post by tletter on Mar 3, 2024 3:15:31 GMT
It is a Canon Vixia HF G70 camcorder. ... the fine print in the info also states: Video: MPEG-4/H264. 1920 X 1080 @ 30 fps in minutes. Your camera is certainly 4K capable, and you have a SD card rated UHS Speed Class U3, which is what Canon recommends using. Hence you're all set to record in 4K once you've set the resolution to 4K and the frame rate to either 29.97P or 23.98P. You can try both frame rates, and see which you prefer (cinema movies frequently use 23.98P, while Internet video clips tend to use 29.97P). I've attached the relevant page from your camera's user guide which explains how to set the resolution to 4K and the frame rate to either 29.97P or 23.98P. |
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Post by Jan on Mar 3, 2024 17:42:44 GMT
I downloaded the user manual when I registered the camcorder. I couldn't get this far with the quick guide that came with the camcorder. That page above doesn't contain anything like, "Read the fine print on the SD card!" Thanks for that page reference.
When I initialized the SD card in the camcorder, it then told me about 1920 X 1080 issue. The camcorder has two SD slots, and can continue recording from one SD card to the next (as long as you program it to do that). Lots to learn with a new camcorder.
I will follow these instructions and carry on.
Thanks for the feedback!
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Post by asik1 on Mar 4, 2024 12:29:20 GMT
I downloaded the user manual when I registered the camcorder. I couldn't get this far with the quick guide that came with the camcorder. That page above doesn't contain anything like, "Read the fine print on the SD card!" Thanks for that page reference. When I initialized the SD card in the camcorder, it then told me about 1920 X 1080 issue. The camcorder has two SD slots, and can continue recording from one SD card to the next (as long as you program it to do that). Lots to learn with a new camcorder. I will follow these instructions and carry on. Thanks for the feedback! can you upload a picture of that card? Could it be a fake one?
* What type of videos you do that you need 4K a 150Mb/s?
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Post by Jan on Mar 4, 2024 23:08:29 GMT
 Above is the disk.  This red picture above is on the back of the picture below. This is the fine print I was talking about. It says: (MPEG-4/H.264, 1920x1080 @ 30fps) in minutes.  Do I just ignore that red picture message, or do I need to set the camcorder to 1920x1080? I take video of vacations. Going to New Zealand real soon. We also like to get photos/video of wildlife, etc. Not making movies for anyone! In the old forum, I joked that my movies will be thrown out when us two die! |
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Post by tletter on Mar 5, 2024 3:05:56 GMT
Do I just ignore that red picture message, or do I need to set the camcorder to 1920x1080? Your user manual states that "To record 4K clips with a resolution of 3840x2160 (A 34) ... we recommend using SD cards rated UHS Speed Class U3". Unfortunately, we now see that you have a U1 card, however, it still should record at 4K, but just not at the highest speed of up to 150 Mbps. Again I'd suggest that you try configuring your camera to shoot 4K by following the page in the user manual that I provided to you. Enjoy your trip to NZ. |
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Post by Ken Berry on Mar 5, 2024 3:13:58 GMT
And living as I do in New Zealand (North Island -- Levin, 100 km north of wellington along the west coast) I know you will get lots of good video here -- though it has been very dry in recent months. But we are just about to move into a wetter season.
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Post by asik1 on Mar 5, 2024 9:12:19 GMT
If the G70 record 4K only 150 then that card wont do.
the 150 on the label is reading speed not writing.
*If it's just for home movies, 4K/150 is an overkill. on a good day it will get you ~100 min per such card.
my2c will be to shoot only HD and with 64G cards and constantly back them up
** I have a fried who shoot only on new cards, back them up, archive and never rewrite.... keep tons...
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Post by Jan on Mar 5, 2024 17:12:43 GMT
Ken,
We land in Auckland on Wednesday! I want to see the Waipoua Kauri Forest. We also will go to the Mangawhai Cliffs, Rotorua, before heading to the south island. Too much to see in 2 weeks.
I didn't buy the most expensive camcorder. That sad, I do like to have good quality movies. It is a hobby that I enjoy doing.
Again, thanks to everyone for the feedback. I will be following these recommendations while learning all about the camcorder. Can you teach an old dog new tricks?
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Post by Kathy_9 on Mar 5, 2024 17:50:42 GMT
Enjoy your vacation Jan. It sounds wonderful.
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Post by Jan on Mar 5, 2024 19:09:57 GMT
I am looking forward to it. We all lost a year+ due to Covid. I hope to keep travelling with that dang new camcorder!
I need to add a note for Ken. When I say Wednesday, I mean Wednesday, March 13th. It's Wednesday in NZ now.
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