Pocket 6K Pro Rig with the DJI RS 3 Pro
It’s only just been announced and some filmmakers are already brainstorming ways to get rigged up with the DJI RS 3 Pro. One of the lucky ones to get …
Author: Shawn Steiner
Minimalistic Sony a7 IV/a7S III Setup for Shooting Video
Building a camera rig is a very personal thing. The problem is figuring out where to start—and hopefully not blowing your budget as you put together your wish list. …
M1 Max Mac Studio Vs Custom-Built PC for Video Editing
Did Apple truly nail it with the Mac Studio? The M1 Max chip alone seems to give it loads more power than your average user could need and it …
What’s a Hybrid Anamorphic Lens?
Anamorphic imaging is known for its very distinct style and some specific optical effects that the lenses create. It’s this charm that makes them so loved. Usually this does …
How to Easily Change Object Color in Premiere Pro CC
There are some fun effects you can pull off with surprisingly little effort in Premiere Pro – as long as you learn the best tools for the job. One …
Sony a6100 vs A7S III – Can You Guess Which is Which?
At the very bottom of Sony’s current mirrorless lineup you will find the a6100. Its position is by no means a slight as it is very capable. But, when …
Best Native Sony Lenses for Shooting Video
Even though manufacturers have been trying to optimize their mirrorless lenses for both stills and videos there are some outliers in the bunch that are so much better for …
RED V-RAPTOR vs ALEXA Mini LF Side-by-Side Comparison Test
What is the best camera in Hollywood? It’s a great question and if we are going to try and answer it we might as well narrow it down to …
The Ultimate Budget Anamorphic Lenses Shootout
Anamorphic is now available to practically everyone. Before these lenses and camera systems were out of reach for your everyday filmmaker. Now, there are tons of relatively affordable options …
How to Upgrade Your Sony a7 IV Camera Firmware
Firmware used to be used simply for fixing the rare bug that happened to ship with the camera or one that popped up when new accessories came out after …
Object Tracking in Resolve 18 is Super Easy and Quick
There was never any doubt that DaVinci Resolve is one of the most powerful tools in post-production workflows. Still, even with a solid claim to the top spot and …
How to Export 4K Video for YouTube, Facebook, and Vimeo in Premiere Pro CC 2022
There is a lot going on in the export menu for Adobe Premiere Pro. Actually, that goes for all the NLEs. This box is a mess of usually hard-to-understand …
Best Skin Tones Settings on Sony a7 IV, FX3, and a7S III
Sticking with the default picture profiles on your Sony a7 IV, FX3, or a7S III is a fine plan. You can consistently get a decent look. Taking some time …
ARRI ALEXA 35 Closer Look and Test Footage
ARRI just dropped their next-generation Super 35mm camera – the ALEXA 35. This is a huge deal. The biggest news of this launch is that ARRI is using the …
4 Must-Know Editing Tricks to Consider
There’s always something else to learn about editing. NLEs are loaded with features and shortcuts and hidden tricks that you will never be able to learn everything. If you …
How to Get Super Smooth Gimbal Shots in Follow Mode on the WEEBILL 2/DJI RS 2
Gimbals offer a lot of different modes now. Not sure about you but when I use gimbals I usually just stick to the basic upright options that keep my …
What are the Best Powering Options for Your Sony a7S III
Mirrorless cameras with all their incredible video skills still haven’t solved the issue of battery life for long shoots. Those tiny bodies and appropriately-sized battery packs just can’t cut …
Meike vs Canon Cine Lenses – What are the Differences?
Cinema lenses have become widely available and with that availability comes a wide range of options. That wide range has come to pricing as well. Today, we have seemingly …
Best Lenses for the Panasonic Lumix GH6
What good is a camera without a lens? I would hope we all know that a camera is worthless without one. We are not wanting for choice either. For …
Recording 5K Raw Video on the Canon EOS M
The Canon EOS M is getting a bit old and even at launch wasn’t exactly considered a winner—and that’s coming from someone who owned one. Now, with the release …