How to Get Better Cinematic Audio for Your Videos
Any filmmaker will tell you that when it comes to shooting video, the quality of your audio is just as important as the visuals. That being said, many productions …
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Sony Now Officially Dominates the US Full-Frame Camera Market
Yeap, the company just announced that it’s now the official leader in the US full-frame interchangeable lens camera market, thus overtaking Canon and Nikon, in both units sold and dollars …
Four Creative Ways to Use Masking in Premiere Pro CC
The masking tool – initially found in After Effects – is still one of the most powerful and versatile assets available in Premiere Pro CC. Having the ability to …
What is the Best Sony Alpha Camera for Your Creative Workflow?
Needless to say, Sony has been totally dominating the mirrorless camera market with their Alpha series and for good reason. The company has designed their products with advanced imaging …
Blackmagic eGPU vs Razer Core X Performance Comparison
Alongside the release of their overhauled MacBook Pro lineup a month ago, Apple has also announced another enticing partnership project this time with Blackmagic Design regarding the release of …
Which 15-inch 2018 MacBook Pro Should You Choose for Video Editing?
Unless you’ve been living under a rock in the last month or so, you should already know that Apple has refreshed their MacBook Pro lineup with some impressive specs …
Tips and Tricks on Using the Ronin-S Infinite Spin
There’s no doubt that the amount of camera moves that can be performed with the DJI Ronin-S gimbal is unprecedented. From simple crane shots to pre-programmed time-lapse sequences, the single-handed …
How to Get Beautiful Skin Tones in Premiere Pro CC
Many filmmakers would agree that one of the most intimidating aspects of color grading would be retaining accurate, beautiful-looking skin tones. As you start adding on various LUTs, curves, …
DIY Wireless Follow Focus Rig for the Zhiyun Crane 2
With improved overall design and enhanced feature set, the ubiquitous Zhiyun Crane 2 provides users with plenty of options as to how they want to operate their camera once it’s …
Samsung Announces Next Generation 4TB SSDs for Consumers
Samsung has just announced that the company has begun the mass production of the industry’s first 4-bit 4TB SATA SSD for consumers. Based on 1-terabit V-NAND with enhanced performance …
Five Practical S-Log Tips Every Sony Shooter Should Know
Even the average Joe will tell you that Sony’s S-Log color profile is regarded as one of the most versatile to use in filmmaking. With the great degree of …
First Look at the Kinefinity MAVO + Sample Footage
In mainstream professional filmmaking, RED and ARRI are inarguably synonymous when it comes to high-end cinema camera systems. Back in March, however, Chinese-based budget camera maker Kinefinity introduced the …
Six Dope In-Camera Video Transitions for Your Consideration
When it comes to creative video editing, sometimes utilizing traditional assets such as crossfades or zooms may seem too bland or even boring. Therefore, to create a more engaging …
Hidden Menus and Options in DaVinci Resolve 15 You Might Not Know About
Over the years, DaVinci Resolve has evolved into both a powerful color grading application and feature-packed NLE with all the bells and whistles one might ever need. In fact, …
Getting Some Creative Shots with the DJI Ronin-S and a Monopod
Maybe you’ll be surprised to know that one of the most popular accessories used by filmmakers with single-handed gimbals are monopods. Yes, that’s right! For those unfamiliar, you can …
Advanced V-Log Color Grading Workflow in Premiere Pro CC
Though shooting video with a log picture profile certainly has its perks, processing your log footage can be a pretty daunting experience. When filming with a log profile – …
Handy Video Autofocus Trick for the Sony A7 III, A7R III, and A9 Cameras
The latest Sony mirrorless cameras have been praised for their many different focusing options. From continuous to specified focusing zones, Sony’s proprietary autofocusing technology is among the best available …
The Ultimate GH5/GH5S Camera Setup for Run-and-Gun Shooting
It goes without saying, the Panasonic GH5 and GH5S are two of the most popular mirrorless cameras used by filmmakers, from novices to full-time professionals and everyone in between. …
Five Essential Film Looks Using Only One Light
The manner in which you light your subject can drastically affect the audience’s perception of your composition. For example, a contrasty light setup may convey a sense of secrecy …
HP Introduces the Z2 Mini G4 Workstations with Up to Six-Core Xeons and Pro Grade GPUs
If you are currently in the market for a small and portable workstation, you should definitely take a look at the just-announced HP Z2 Mini G4 Workstations. Upgraded with …