Capturing 1080p video - Weird shakiness in Log and Capture window...

Okay, so I have an HDCAM Deck. I need to capture it to Final Cut Studio 2. I have my settings as 1080p 23.98 Apple ProRes 422HQ.
When inside of the log and capture tool, on the VERY left and VERY right of the video, you see weird shaking. On the broadcast monitor, you can't see anything. The rest of the video in Log and Capture appears to be fine. Any idea why I'm seeing this? Keep in mind it was shot on film at 23.98. I'm looking very closely at the broadcast monitor and not seeing shaky video. I just want to make sure my end product will be okay.
Thanks!

What is the setting on the HDCam deck
might it be 1080 Psf 23.98? if so
Try capturing at 23.98 Psf
what capture card are you using?

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