Re: EX1 v using tapes on Z7U - which is more practical...

That's great. My other concern is what to how to load the footage onto a laptop / MP once I've shot it.

First, for the sake of bringing along a laptop, what would I need in order to be able to transfer the material onto a hard drive for backup (or if more recording is required). I'm wondering whether I could get away with using a Windows laptop from my office here and just buying a firewire/USB drive. I would just need an express card slot and the drive - is that right?

My G5 died about 6 months ago, and my old MB died about 2 months ago - so this project has prompted me to at least replace G5 with a new MP (and to upgrade FCP). However, as I'm leaving in a few days, I doubt I will have the machine by the time I get back. So I guess then my concern is what to do with the rented SxS cards once I get back. If I brought along a drive, could the VAR/post house transfer the footage to the drive?

Sorry, I know these are probably rather basic questions.

Thanks.