u/semisensei

where can I find the best LUTs that work with the Normal color profile (not Dlog), in rec.709?

Im liking shooting in normal 10-bit with Auto exposure, using ND filters to get as much motion blur as I can while understanding it won’t be 180 degree rule perfect: I’m mostly running and gunning and cant afford to miss shots due to exposure error.

Most creative LUTs out there (there are too many!) seem to be made for Log or DWG - where to find the best “look” LUTs for footage in rec.709?

I have used the Phantom LUTs for DLog-M with my Pocket 3 and had great results. since upgrading to the Pocket 4, I am missing them… there is no Pocket 4, DLog specific Phantom LUT pack yet, but there are DLog specific packs for other DJI cameras (Mavic and Ronin). Would those work with the DLog from the Pocket 4?

Im not a pro looking for perfect - just Looking for some great color that looks nice. Thanks!

Is it normal for notices of approval to roll out slowly rather than all at once, after being submitted in a single application?

On May 23, 2026 we submitted a family application via Article 116 for 13 family members across 4 generations, including two elders in their 80’s. We received a request several weeks ago, from a named case worker, for an additional document (a notarized passport copy for the baby of the family). We sent it and it arrived last week. This morning, our lead applicant received an email from the German Consulate of Boston (where three applicants live), informing us that two of our applicants have been approved for naturalization (one in their 60s, one in their 30s). Of course, the email is an advance notice, and they won’t be officially naturalized until receiving the certificate.
The other family members are spread out over Boston, Portland OR, Davis CA, and Milan, Italy.

Any idea why only two applicants out of our 13 applicants are receiving this advance notice, and not the others?

Just curious (and impatient of course!) - all in all pleased to see that things are moving regarding our case. Thank you!

In May 2026 our family submitted an Article 116 application that included two family members in their 80’s - we got an email today asking for a notarized passport copy for the one family member that didn’t have one at the time of application (a 2 year old). The kid just got their passport so that shouldn’t be an issue. Does this mean that they are already processing the application?

the Pocket 3 can lock 24fps at 1/50, and float ISO between 50-800 (and higher), which means that it can essentially auto-expose without losing the 180 degree rule film feel, or at least provide some forgiving cushion with ND filter selection.

In my understanding, the Pocket 4 and 4P cant go lower than ISO400, and there is no ISO float feature, meaning either the ND filter ISO needs to be constantly adjusted manually. is this true?

I want to be able to get great shots without having to manually adjust the ISO constantly. is the Pocket 3 the best option for this?

Our family has finally sent our applications to the BVA in Cologne. What next? Do they send a confirmation of receipt?