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Thanks to Philip Bloom for the review of Canon XA 10 and XF 100 camcorders!

Manuel — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 20:26:10 +0000

As you know I like taking pictures with my Nikon D300. But during our vacations in America in June, I started to make movies with my brand new Sony NEX VG10. This full HD camcorder with interchangeable lenses has powerful features. The only weak point is the weight of this camera when the 18-200 mm lens is plugged on it.

Well, after 6 months using this unique camera, as a true geek, I got the feeling it was time to upgrade to a professional camcorder, but which one?

After a week studying pro cams, I finally selected the Canon XA 10 and the Canon XF 100.

The first one is one of the smallest professional camcorder. This cam has really impressive features for it’s size and and price range (less than $1.900). This compact camera is perfect for making nice movies on travel.

The second one, the XF 100 is quite bigger and heavier, but not so much. This is a truly professional camcorder with all features needed to make high quality movies. It’s quite expensive (around $4.000) but this price is justified by it’s serious finish and it’s powerful features.

Now, the choice between these two cameras is difficult because each one has it’s pros and cons. Hopefully, I found this video from Philip Bloom, movie director, filmmaker and blogger. He shares with us his professional point of view about the Canon XA 10 and XF 100. Thank you so much Philip for sharing your complete review of these camcorders and more specifically for comparing these two devices. Your analyze is a valuable help to take my decision.

Review of Canon XA10 XF100 XF105 from Philip Bloom on Vimeo.

I just created my profile on About.me

Manuel — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 23:40:35 +0000

If you want to know more about me and read my personal bio, let’s go on http://about.me/manuelgaudichon. I just created my page on About.me It looks pretty cool to me. I encourage you to create your own profile out there.

New design for Watsupmanu: Salju, the Tumblr-like theme for WordPress

Manuel — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 21:22:47 +0000

After almost 2 years of loyal service, I think it is time to change the design of Watsupmanu.com. Dear english readers, I have to confess I have tested a new theme of the blog only on the french version during the last 6 months. But now, time has come to upgrade the english one!

So, as you can see the style of the blog has been completely remolded. This new design is based on a free Tumblr-like theme for WordPress called Salju. Of course, I have changed a lots of things from the original theme to get what I need exactly.

I hope you will appreciate this new design of Watsupmanu. By the way, I will try to focus my attention on the english version of the blog (a good opportunity to improve my level in english) and post article on a regular basis.

I you have found any bugs or want to give me your opinion about this theme, do not hesitate to give me your feedback in the comments.

Where can I play softball in Paris?

Manuel — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 16:11:43 +0000

After a long stay in the USA, I decided to prolong the pleasure in France in playing baseball… Or more specifically Softball (a softer version of this sport which also have the advantage to be played in mixed team). Then, I found a softball team named BK Paris and I will join them for their next training session. Sure it’s a good way to keep the american spirit here in Paris… I hope so!

Softball in Paris

And if you wanna buy some baseball stuff and equipement in Paris area, here is a list of stores:

417 Feet
10 allée des roses 78118 MAGNY LES HAMEAUX – Tel: 01 30 52 28 47 ou 06 16 13 48 77

Forelle
10 rue Deramez 51100 REIMS – Tel 03 10 16 67 18

Lace Baseball
1360 Avenue Marcel Pagnol 34470 Pérols – Tel: +339 50 225 200

Teamscolors
52 place Charles Dullin, 73170 Yenne, France Tel: (0)456.082.2106

Diamond Equipement SARL
75 Bd Soult – 75012 PARIS – Tel/Fax: 01 43 47 40 31

My personal blogging stuff on vacation

Manuel — Sun, 12 Jun 2011 04:44:30 +0000

Here is all I need to blog during my vacations: my Persol sunglasses to protect my eyes from the sun (It could be hard to type on my keyboard if I don’t see anything), my Macbook air 11 inches (light weight and enough powerful for blogging) and my hat for the style (I confess that I am a Mad Men fan). That’s it folks! And you, what”s in your blogger package?

My blogger kit

Blogger at work

Dick’s sporting goods, it’s all about sport!

Manuel — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 15:16:40 +0000

Hi my friends, I am so excited to share with you my first visit at Dick’s sporting goods (on the road from San Diego to Palm Springs). This sports store is really awesome! There is so much stuff to play baseball or football (and all other sports you like). Wow it’s so cool! I could spend all day long in this store (but I’m afraid my bank account would seriously suffer of it).

Dick's sporting goods

Wilson NFL collector football

Manuel Gaudichon with football helmet

I love this Wilson football

Back to the USA on June

Manuel — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 16:18:26 +0000

Yes, we will be back to the US on June. This time, we have planned to settle for one month. We will start our trip in Los Angeles, then we’ll go to San Diego and Palm Springs. Afterward, we will visit few national parks and stay 4 days in Las Vegas. Just enough time to spend any bucks at the Bellagio and make a short tramp to the Skywalk in the Hualapai territory. Then we’ll cross the death valley and reach San Francisco for one week. There, we have planned to support our Giants at the AT&T park and spend good time visiting this marvellous city. Guys, I confess that I am already impatient to take off…

USA flag

I love my new business card

Manuel — Sat, 23 Oct 2010 21:50:32 +0000

You know, even if I frequently receive parcels, I am always like a child opening a gift at the bottom of Christmas tree. So, I was very excited to unpack this box containing my new business cards delivered by Printoclock. I hope you will love these cards as much as I do. Special thanks to my friend Fred Qora for designing it.

Business card Leblogdeco | Manuel Gaudichon

I have printed 1000 cards on matt paper with a matt finish on both sides. I really appreciate the quality of these business cards. Good job Printoclock for the printing and good job Fred for the design :)

Cards in a cristal box

2 piles of business cards

Seek the error :)

Do you want my business card ?

Business card of Manuel Gaudichon leblogdeco.fr

Jeep wrangler unlimited

Manuel — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 16:46:35 +0000

I have to confess that, since I travelled to the United States this summer, I dream of driving an american car. So when I discovered the Jeep Wrangler unlimited at Paris Motor Show, it has been like a true revelation.

Jeep Wrangler unlimited black 2010 sport edition

Firstly, I like it’s cubic design and particulary the grid on the bumper that gives to this car a real personality. Now, I also enjoyed the interior design of this Jeep and more specifically the shape of the dashboard. A perfect car to make a tour with your family. Now, the more difficult will not be to pay the 32.000 euros to get this car, but to convince my wife who preferred the Mini countryman… But I like the challenge and I didn’t give my last word.

Jeep Wrangler unlimited 2010 - front

Jeep Wrangler unlimited 2010

Jeep Wrangler unlimited rear

Trunk of the Jeep Wrangler unlimited

Dashboard of the Jeep Wrangler unlimited

Jeep Wrangler unlimited radio