He is considering selling it, since he mostly does motion graphics and never uses it. It’s only been used a few times, it’s in like new condition, and I could get a really good deal on it and a Fuji HD lens. Plus, he has the PS/Teknik adapter and a nice set of Zeiss Primes.
I am going to do a lot of two camera shoots this Spring, and I need matching P2 cameras that I can pair up using scene files. It seems like a wise buy, since along with my HPX370 P2 camera, I could be covering all formats and frame rates for a variety of clients.
I would be using this gear to shoot horseback riding, interviews, documentaries, nature, corporate films, some TV commercials, and the occasional sport event. Any reason why I should consider otherwise and buy a used HPX2700 instead? I know that the 3700 only goes up to 30 frames, but my HPX370 can shoot up to 60 frames, so I would be covered for those slo-mo shots (which I rarely do), and I could use the 3700 for everything else.
I also watched this video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YtRs7WQ2PBA
I am also involved in creating and delivering content to Nat Geo, much of which has been previously done on HDV. We are now using a combination of DSLRs and the Canon XF305 4:2:2 camera, but I would like to start using a 2/3 inch chip camera for the Nat Geo program production due to the better audio recording capabilities as opposed to a DSLR, where a double system is necessary for good audio, and the easier run and gun operation of the 3700 as opposed to the DSLR. The 305 provides master quality recording, but I need bigger chips due to the low-light shooting situations that we often encounter when on location. Is the 3700 currently used for any Nat Geo programming? I also do some work for the crew booking agencies with my current gear, and I would like to add a top-end camera like the Varicam to my arsenal. I could get a screamin deal on this cam from my buddy. So would owning a 3700 be a wise choice for me? Or should I look at a 2700?
I read that the 3700 is the "gold standard" for Discovery and Nat Geo programming.
And as always, your input is appreciated on this issue!