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Anderson West
Великобритания
Добавлен 9 сен 2013
I am a director and filmmaker based in Stoke on Trent, England. I share my thoughts on filmmaking, technology, and life.
This channel is for fellow filmmakers, enthusiasts, professionals, and tech nerds. It is a place for those who want to follow my filmmaking journey and hopefully laugh, cheer, cry, and be excited by the films I share.
Enjoy
Insta: films_by_aw
Web: www.andersonwest.co.uk
Why I QUIT trying to be a Full time D.O.P.
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Today is more of a personal video, as I wanted to talk about my career journey mainly why I chose to become a director and why I left trying to be a full-time Director of Photography behind.
I hope you all enjoy it and join me on this RUclips journey. If you all like this video, I’m going to do a bit more vlog-style videos in the future.
00:00 - Intro to me
04:10 - Why I quit trying to be a full-time DP
07:24 - Why I set up this RUclips Channel
For more info about the media production course at Staffordshire University, check out their website.
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Today is more of a personal video, as I wanted to talk about my career journey mainly why I chose to become a director and why I left trying to be a full-time Director of Photography behind.
I hope you all enjoy it and join me on this RUclips journey. If you all like this video, I’m going to do a bit more vlog-style videos in the future.
00:00 - Intro to me
04:10 - Why I quit trying to be a full-time DP
07:24 - Why I set up this RUclips Channel
For more info about the media production course at Staffordshire University, check out their website.
www.s...
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Cinematic Short Film | 7x7x7 Concept Trailer | Shot on Blackmagic Pocket 6K Pro
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Three people are connected by a tragic accident that will change their lives forever. This is a concept trailer for my upcoming short film, 7x7x7. It was a Finalist in the 2023 Pitch Film Fund. You can learn more about The Pitch Film Fund here. www.enterthepitch.com/ I will be talking more about 7x7x7 in the coming months, so subscribe to see how the the development of the project from concept ...
Blackmagic 6K Full Frame vs Sony FX6 | Full Frame Shootout
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10% off all IFootage products at proav.co.uk Discount Code: FILMSBYAW-iFootage 10% off all SWIT products at proav.co.uk Discount Code: FILMSBYAW-SWIT In this camera comparison I shoot the Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K and put that up against the Sony FX6. In this unscientific test, I shoot in both indoors and outdoor conditions. Let me know in the comments which image you prefer. Check out my Cin...
The perfect B Camera to an Alexa 35? | Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K Review & Image comparison
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10% off all IFootage products at proav.co.uk Discount Code: FILMSBYAW-iFootage 10% off all SWIT products at proav.co.uk Discount Code: FILMSBYAW-SWIT In this video, I review the Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K, after using it for several months and buying one. I hope you enjoy hearing my thoughts about this powerful camera and how we used it alongside an Arri Alexa 35 on my most recent short film. ...
Blackmagic 6K Full Frame + DZOFilm Pavo 2 x Anamorphic (40mm & 75mm) - Test Footage
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10% off all IFootage products at proav.co.uk Discount Code: FILMSBYAW-iFootage 10% off all SWIT products at proav.co.uk Discount Code: FILMSBYAW-SWIT Some test footage of the Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K combined with DZO's Pavo 2 x Anamorphics. Captured in 4096 x 3072 and desqueezed to a 8192 x 3072, so it's a wide one. A killer combo. Check out my full review of these lenses ruclips.net/video/...
The Classic Hollywood Anamorphic Look in an Affordable Lens | DZOFilm Pavo 2 x Anamorphic Review
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10% off all IFootage products at proav.co.uk Discount Code: FILMSBYAW-iFootage 10% off all SWIT products at proav.co.uk Discount Code: FILMSBYAW-SWIT dzofilm.com/products/pavo-anamorphic.html Thank you to Carl and the team @PROAVTV and @DZOFILM for letting me use the DZOFilm 2x Pavo Anamorphics Primes. We had a lot of fun testing and using them earlier this year. Check out more of Ben’s DP work...
The Book of Love | Short Film Behind the Scenes
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The Behind the scenes of my latest short film, The Book of Love. Watch the full trailer here: ruclips.net/video/x11eRBCxLV0/видео.html Check out more of my work on my website www.andersonwest.co.uk And my production company: www.jerutyfilms.com BTS Shot by Stuart Swindell stuart_swindellog And check out our weekly filmmaking podcast Help I’m a Camera Nerd: @HelpImaCameraNerdPodcast
A young woman gets an unexpected gift at Christmas | A Christmas Letter | Short Film | Red Komodo
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Just before Christmas, a young woman in a self-help group makes a connection with someone linked to her past. Starring: Niamh Lambert Jared Campbell Flo Tijou Harvey Harcombe Kathryn Cant Dylan Morgan Written, Directed and Produced by me Director of Photography: Mark Kuczewski @thatcameranerd Location Sound and Sound Design: Kyle Martyn Clark Makeup Artist: Maria McClennan Gaffer and Camera Ass...
Doing this will help your films get made!
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How making your own film trailers and or spec trailers will help you as a filmmaker. The Pitch UK (£60K Short film fund): www.enterthepitch.com/ Follow me on Instagram: films_by_aw And check out my weekly film podcast, Help I’m a Camera Nerd: ruclips.net/p/PLLj6-KRPYjgUKwTxDuFFiP1tK6vMKw1br My website www.andersonwest.co.uk
Vintage style Glass in a Modern Lens / DZOFilm Vespid Retro Review
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My review of the DZOFilm Vespid Retro cinema prime lenes. Can they match the legendary Zeiss Super Speeds for a fraction of the cost? Special thanks to @ProAVTV for letting me borrow these lenses for a few weeks for a few weeks For more info about the Vespid Retros check out Pro AV UK. Vespid Retros shorturl.at/ehBC3 And filmed with @thatcameranerd And BTS filmed by stuart_swindel...
The Ideal Camera for Indie Filmmakers | Kinefinity Mavo LF Mk 2 Review
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My review of the Kinefinity Mavo LF mark 2. After having the camera for 2 weeks and a few shoots, here are my thoughts on using this flexible and modular cinema camera. 00:00 Intro 00:25 What I look for in a Camera 01:30 Mavo LF Body & Accessories 05:45 Using the Camera 06:51 The Most Underrated Feature 07:08 Framerates 07:28 It's biggest flaw 08:17 A minor issue 08:27 No Internal RAW, but is t...
Kinefinity Mavo LF 2 vs Red Komodo | Affordable Cinema Camera Shootout
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I’m back for another camera image comparison. Me and my friend and DP Mark Kuczewski www.youtube.com/@HelpImaNerd test the Kinefinity Mavo LF Mark 2 and compare its footage with that of the Red Komodo. In this affordable box cinema camera comparison, let us know what image you prefer. The Kinefinity Mavo LF 2 was loaned to us by our friends at www.youtube.com/@ProAVTV The cameras in our blind t...
The Book of Love Trailer | Award Winning Romantic Comedy Short Film |
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The Book of Love Trailer | Award Winning Romantic Comedy Short Film |
Help! I'm a Camera Nerd Visit ProAV - Part 1
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Help! I'm a Camera Nerd Visit ProAV - Part 1
Blackmagic Pocket 6K Pro vs Sony Fx6 | Image Comparison
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Blackmagic Pocket 6K Pro vs Sony Fx6 | Image Comparison
Family Ties Trailer | Short Film | Comedy Drama | BMPCC 6K PRO + Contax Zeiss
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Family Ties Trailer | Short Film | Comedy Drama | BMPCC 6K PRO Contax Zeiss
An Ode to Fatherhood | Poem short film | Red Komodo, Sony FX6 & Blackmagic 6K Pro
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An Ode to Fatherhood | Poem short film | Red Komodo, Sony FX6 & Blackmagic 6K Pro
The Sunken Place | Short film | Sony F5
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The Sunken Place | Short film | Sony F5
Storm by Zola Marcelle | Music Video | Blackmagic Ursa Mini + Zeiss CP2
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Storm by Zola Marcelle | Music Video | Blackmagic Ursa Mini Zeiss CP2
People walking on the road of life find help | Rest | Spoken word short film | RED Scarlet
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People walking on the road of life find help | Rest | Spoken word short film | RED Scarlet
Dentures | Short film behind the scenes
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Dentures | Short film behind the scenes
A migrant boy fights racism with basketball! | Diembe | Award nominated short film
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A migrant boy fights racism with basketball! | Diembe | Award nominated short film
Going Home | Short thriller film Idea | Sony A7R 2
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Going Home | Short thriller film Idea | Sony A7R 2
A rapping granny laws down the law! | Dentures | Comedy short film |
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A rapping granny laws down the law! | Dentures | Comedy short film |
Half & Half - The Stories Behind Diembe
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Half & Half - The Stories Behind Diembe
The color information coming from the Komodo is unmatched only by the Raptor X, once you understand how to unlock the power of R3D files. R3D has a 16-bit container and has a global shutter. If you understand computer programing, this means that you are getting the pure source code with no visual artifacts or image distortions. 16 bit means either subtle or aggressive processing to you image data in Davinci will not result in compromises to image quality. Other cameras are processing the sensor data for you. Sharpening, denoising, choosing tonal saturation, hue density, value allocation, highlight saturations etc. This is similar to shooting in JPEG mode vs raw on a DSLR. Arri is the gold standard in *generic image processing* and camera operation, but that does not mean that you can not learn to process your files better than they do for *YOUR* specific projects at the same level or better than they do. If you light your scene to be contained within the Komodo's dynamic range the image is just as impressive as Arri, for much less. Summary: Learn to light for 12 1/2 stops of dynamic range, and master davinci resolve. Because the final destination display devices at this time alway has less dynamic range than any Red camera can capture. Cheers !
It's a great camera for sure!
5K per lens?? are you crazy? you can get the same look with the 200$ soviet Helios 44-2 lens
If it works for you sure.
FX6: More dynamic range, (very good) Auto focus, compressed formats, crazy good internal ND, way better low light. BM6KFF: Higher resolution, more mojo, internal RAW. Practically speaking, the FX6 will always be a bit more versatile for paying jobs. The Black magic is a little more fun.
Good summary
What camera did you use for the BTS?
Blackmagic 6K Pro
I really enjoyed this. I like your film style/language.
Thanks man, and thanks for taking the time to watch the film.
Nice video.
Thanks man!
Really nice to be reminded of your journey. And I think for people looking into this industry what you talk about is invaluable. Ur still a great dop in my eyes but you were always the better director👍
Thanks Nige I appreciate the comment. Good to look back at the good times for sure
Great video man 🙌
I appreciate it bro!
Kinefinity looks best to me. love the sensor size
You can't go wrong with Full Frame
From my point of view BM really needs to start implementing newer technology in their cameras and not relying only and always on the color science mantra. More over in a market where the other contenders offer already a quite comparable image quality but way higher usability.
Good point, we have lots of options, I guess just use what you feel suits your workflow (and budget) and don't look back! However I'd argue if you are using manual lenses a lot of the benefits of using the other systems at this price point goes out of the window. But if you spend more then sure you'll get a way better camera.
@@films_by_aw Agree, even tho a bright and bigger external screen that you can position anywhere most of the times is a must for me. 👍🏻
I have owned both and the image on the 6KFF is definitely better. Sharper but also more organic. Much nicer skin tones and more pleasing colors, way better highlight rolloff. The built-in ND and autofocus on the FX6 are great, but the autofocus still isn't foolproof. The false colors and conventional ISO adjustments make the 6KFF way easier to expose, instead of setting the CineEI and using the itty bitty histogram and zebras on the Sony. I sold my FX6 and bought a Lumix S5iiX AND a 6KFF with change left over.
For me it is easier to get the image I like with the 6KFF, not to say the FX6 isn't great, just to my taste I prefer the 6KFF's look. However if I was still a working camera operator (I direct more these days), the FX6 would be a no brainer, as it's just ergonomically easier to use. But Sony really needs to stop gatekeeping False Color.
There’s very little character to the look of the FX6. Now, that’s not to say a proper cinema glass with a talented colorist couldn’t make it look like anything but compared to the black magic and the cost savings, this is a no-brainer. Thanks for the comparison.
Thanks for watching!
What Atomos monitor are you using on the 6K Fullframe? Didn't know they did a 5 inch one that has both SDI and HDMI
Hey bud, it's the OG Shinobi, it's my old reliable trusty monitor that I've had for 4+ years now. It's sad they went away from that.
@@films_by_aw ah thanks!
Blackmagic <3
Solid work Cuz
Thanks, glad you liked it
Black magic image and fx6 is good for run and gun but black magic not very versatile but skin tones look better on black magic
Powerful stuff 🔥. Though I feel like it could have been even stronger with more visual storytelling rather than relying heavily on dialogue, although this might be a constraint of the short film format.
Thanks for watching!
every time I think about getting an FX3 OR FX6, I watch a video and im quickly reminded that Blackmagic has a look that Sony FX cameras dont have!
Magic in Blackmagic for sure.
Out of the box color doesn't matter unless you really do no post grading... What really matters is infrastructure.. sdi, timecode.. and of course an industry standard brand is HUGE when it comes to getting your gear on a project. Blackmagic just doesn't have the same kinda pull Sony has
You destroyed the actual footage, your grade sucks, and you shifting towards magenta!!! Mate learn how to grade, and calibrate your monitor
I bought Sony again will see how they compare, been using the FF for about a year now. Oh and I found out of all BM cameras I have - this one is the hardest one to edit in terms of processing power, even though it's same resolution but still, my M2 Pro Mac chokes up. R3D and Arri RAW files do the same though
4.6K Pro Res 4444 chugs more on my M1 Pro than 6K Braw. But the fact that we can edit any of these Raw 12-16bit codecs on a laptop is kind of crazy.
Black magic the better image and you won’t have a jello effect as long as you don’t do a lot of heavy panning but the nd built in with auto focus is a plus even though I don’t use auto focus mostly I feel like slow motion people use a lot is over done and b for sure is black magic you can automatically see a huge difference
The black magic has a slightly better image
Thank you for this!
Thanks for watching
good,can you tell me whats lesn ued,3ks.
Leica R
@@films_by_aw The color is very good. Can you tell me what the shooting equipment is?
My guess on the blind test was right but I think that was only due to your previous examples helping me spot the differences. In your blind tests I fet they were near even. For my money, I prefer the skin tones, blues and greens from the BMCC.
Thanks for watching, and yes both these cameras produce great images. For my style it's a tad easier to get it looking how I want on the Blackmagic. But you can't go wrong either way!
I like your take on the Blackmagic cameras, I have the 6k pro, the micro G2 and the ursa 12 all of which I love, I do understand what you said about having a beautiful screen but having to block it with a power solution but I took care of that problem a long time ago , I will be sending you a link shortly, the 6k full frame for me for some reason did not fit well with me but on the other hand the micro G2 is a beast most people are sleeping on
Blackmagic is a value packed ecosystem, there's a lot to love about them. I'm glad they are working for you!
@@films_by_aw ruclips.net/user/shorts3T8Zc1eVXPY?si=c4XdRJZIdulmz9Ge
Looks like a Helios-44m
Never used one so I'll have to take your word for it!
It's not only about camera and image, it's also about workflows, codes and lens ... Hard to change it form one to another, stick to one you have.
Buy what you like and master it, that always gives the best results!
I love the quality of the FX6 but BM looks excellent too 👍🏻 I have the FX6 and the small ZVE1 and especially as a solo creator is this combo ver good 😉 best cinematic greetings from germany
That ZvE1 looks ideal for vlogging as well as a b camera. Sounds like a good set up!
Why don't you use a fixed ND?
Because when considering the Electronic ND to get exposure on the FX6, it would have taken us too long to screw off then screw back on fixed (NDs). It's not a way I like shooting, and the colour shift wasn't bad/noticeable in my opinion.
@@films_by_aw Would have taken less than 10 seconds really. VND has polarizing effect and make image look dull.
I don't see that issue on the footage, but fair enough. And nothing takes 10 seconds in film, unless they are magnetic
@@films_by_aw Are you sure you cant swap a screw in filter in under 10 seconds?
@@simonc4764 Well that sounds like a challenge, maybe I'll time in and see how long I take to do it in RUclips Stories video
Great comparison and both look really amazing to be honest. One question: why didn't you use color management for both camera's? I think the Alexa LUT has more of a 'look' to it, it seems less crunchy and a bit better color separation than the Davinci color management. Maybe if both would be color managed it would be even easier to compare.
I did at first, but I must admit it just didn't look as good. We monitored with the Sony 2 Alexa LUT in camera, and the CST settings were coming in a bit hot with the highlights. So I would have needed to color correct it all, which I didn't need to do for the Blackmagic (even though I monitored that from a different LUT), make of that what you will. But thanks for watching and I appreciate the comment.
@@films_by_aw Ah I see, that makes sense. And the overall conclusion still stands that both are just amazing camera's! Thanks for making these tests.
@@RubenStuveling Thanks man, I appreciate you watching and commenting. And yes they both are!
Love this test. So nice to see well lit and composed footage (yes I know a lot is just natural light). the last test was really telling. both cameras looked beautiful. once i saw both it was easy to tell which was which but when i saw just the a cam i wasn't sure.
Thank you Joe, I appreciate the kind words matey. I'm glad you enjoyed it. I loved using both cameras I feel with all the options we have now there's no excuse to not make a film.
What’s happening with all the flicker in the shots? It’s happening on both cameras so I’m guessing it’s something to do with how you are editing it? It’s really shows up at 10:31 but looks to be in a lot of the shots.
I'm not sure what flicker you are talking about, there isn't any on my edit.
@@films_by_awSo weird sorry for the mixup. I just noticed it on another video from someone else on RUclips. I’m using an iPhone 15. Maybe it’s a glitch in the RUclips app. I don’t think it’s my phone because it’s only happening when I’m on RUclips.
No worries, that's a strange glitch! But thanks for watching
In my humble opinion: fx6 looks better
Thanks for watching! The FX6 does look great!
Agree with all the comments here. Although, I’m a fx6 user and the footage here for the fx6 seems to be leaning more towards a magenta shift - sorry if you mentioned that already somewhere in the video, but do you think this is because of the Alexa LUT you’re using?
Perhaps, but I've had that slight shift towards magenta with other LUTs I've used on the FX6. To be honest I don't mind it, I like that the cameras have slightly different colours, and it's more noticeable when comparing cameras side by side. But I think without correction the FX6 does lean slightly more magenta than the other cameras I've compared it against (the Kinefinity, Red Komodo, Blackmagic) but I don't think it's worse, just different.
@@films_by_awoh I agree, I just wondered if that LUT shifted it further. My usual workflow involves the using the CST’s within resolve just to convert to the DWG workspace back to rec.709 and there’s certainly still a shift. As you say, it’s great that different cameras have these slight changes 👍
Hey man , I'm the owner of the fx6 and the lut and I'm not sure why there's a magenta shift tbh footage looks great but I see the magenta shift, tbh the model we shot in the house has a pretty pale complexion so maybe that made it more obvious, but it's weird because I shoot interviews and get a neutral image 🤷🏼♂️ maybe it's because we see the difference with the black magic footage @@mr.shutterz5348
6KFF With DJI Focus Pro is a Game changer for me!
My friend has a Focus Pro and has nothing but praise for it.
Just gotta make sure you bring a tape measure 🤣@@films_by_aw
blackmagic has more of a cinematic look. sony looks too soapy and clinical
I love the Blackmagic look, but the Sony looks good too, it's subjective I think.
Yea, the Blackmagic looks like it has slightly better DR… at least in the highlights… and has better motion cadence than the FX6. Sonys motion has always been its weakest link (besides the Venice).
@@Frontigenics sorry for silly question what is motion cadence?
@@evgeniy9582 basically just how the camera actually processes the frames. Even though they all shoot 24p... the internals and processing (internal shutter speed, ect) render the motion a bit differently.
@@Frontigenics Thank you so much for explaining. Very interesting to learn about this.
All cameras are just too good. Anything beyond 2020, its all good. Perhaps what we need now is not image quality but more of functionality, usability and features that can make us run and gun filmmakers have an easier shooting time.
Yes I feel like with image quality we've reached the point of diminishing returns, what matters now is quality of life features. Make it easier for us to get the pictures we want, that's all the manufacturers need to do.
Bmpcc wins for image quality. But when you’re a solo operator, nothing beats FX6 for speed of use. For doc work, it made all other cameras obsolete
It is a workhorse for sure. It has it's Sony quirks, but I love using it. Its the modern day EX3!
They’re not different cameras, they’re both cameras with different features. One is outdated with a lack of 6k and open gate the other doesn’t have super high frame rates. I got my Cinema 6k for $1700 and can use my GH6 for high frames rates. I use cinema lenses as well so I don’t need AF.
Do cinema lenses have AF?
Outdated? Wow, that's a very interesting opinion.
They're not different cameras? So they are the same camera?
Prefered the warmer B footage, gotta say it's wild we live in times where you can get a BMD 6KFF for $1500 that looks like cinema quality. I do find I like the Sony look for some action or more real life shots, the 6KFF has a more dream look or less real life IMHO. Today the camera is not a limiting factor in shooting, our skills and imagination are what counts most.
We are spoiled for choice now. We've come a long way since the 5D mark 2. I just want everyone to go out and shoot their film, because with the access to this supposedly lower end cameras, you can get fantastic images. Thanks for watching. Thanks for watching
Hey man, great review thank you
Thanks for watching!
Any camera that shoots log can match anything. Just need to do some quick work in resolve
Sure if you are a good colourist of course. I'm not, admittedly.
Quick answer... with controlled lightning maybe. with high dynamic range... NO WAY. only C70 a camera with a similar dynamic range.
We used a C70 as a BTS camera, it's good a camera for sure.
It’s has dual native iso (400 & 3200]. How can it be bad in low light?
It's not bad, it's just not as good as other cameras that are full frame. But we are spoiled for choice.
also thanks for this video Anderson!! AW are my initials too :)
Thanks for watching
Awesome review/comparison, bro! Low light is disappointing, but if it's as good as the pocket 4k, which I'm used to, that's fine.
It's fine for most situations. I just don't want to pretend its like Sony Venice levels.
Came into the same things with my F55, which I needed something for small Interiors and gimbal work, I have a BMPCC 6K but I bought an FX30, love the small form factor and how well it matches to the F55.
It's great what these small cameras can do. As much as I used to love the bigger "proper" cinema cameras, if a small camera can do 90 percent of the same thing, why not. Less weight on your back for sure.
Yeah it's hard to compare two different cameras, they've gotten so good these days I don't think you can go wrong with any. It has gotten to the point where you'll only buy a camera now depending on what your needs are like internal ND, xlr ports, if it's big or small etc!
seems like 6k pro is still king which is mindblowing very excited for the pyxis tho with that box style and FF sensor, might pick that one up later once everyone in public gets to test it out and have their opinions on it
I'm keeping my 6K pro till it breaks.