SpectraHD 4 – an Inexpensive 720p EVF and Monitor All-In-One
If you want to use your Blackmagic camera, for example, in a bright sunny day and you need sharp and precise focus, the SpectraHD 4 EVF might be quite …
Author: Vlady Radev
Convergent Design Adds 4K ProRes to Odyssey 7Q
Odyssey 7Q is one of the flagship products of Convergent Design. A high-resolution OLED Monitor, 4K Recorder and playback all-in-one. It’s an excellent piece of gear especially for Sony FS700 users who …
AJA Releases Official Footage from Their 4K CION Camera
AJA Video Systems just released a brand new footage of their long-anticipated 4K camera the AJA CION today at IBC 2014. The camera was announced at NAB 2014 back in April …
4K Blu-ray to be Released by End of 2015
Sooner rather than later, 4K acquisition will be everywhere. Along with the high-end professional tools, we already have access to affordable 4K cameras, 4K Televisions, monitors and other affordable 4K tools, …
Adobe Updates Premiere Pro, After Effects, SpeedGrade, and Audition Days Before IBC 2014
Only a couple of days before IBC, Adobe announced another release of their pro applications that will be out very soon. Besides the new version of Premiere Pro CC, Adobe announced …
A Closer Look at the Post-Production of David Fincher’s 6K Shot “Gone Girl”
In a previous post we did on David Fincher’s “Gone Girl” – 1st Feature Film Shot entirely in 6K, today we’ll be taking another look at some of the technical specs and information about …
Which Codec Is Most Suitable for Your 4K Workflow?
Before answering this question we should take a more in-depth look at the definition and structure of video codecs. There is a lot of confusion and misunderstanding about how codecs work, what are …
1.9.5 Firmware Upgrade Enables In-Camera Formatting in BMPC 4K & New Footage from the URSA
Besides, the Super 35mm-sized sensor that both Blackmagic Production Camera 4K and the URSA camera share, today they have another feature in common – in-camera formatting. Recently, Blackmagic Design have announced …
Asus PB287Q – an Affordable 4K Monitor
Both consumer and professional markets are embracing the 4K acquisition quickly. Among the established high-end flag-ship 4K cameras of companies such as Red, Sony, Blackmagic, Canon, Panasonic and ARRI ( …
ARRI Enables 3.2K ProRes Recording on the ALEXA XT
ARRI have just announced another upgrade, this time of their flagship camera ALEXA XT. In the beginning of 2015, the ALEXA will be able to shoot 3.2K ProRes internally (in 16:9 aspect …
The Blackmagic Cinema Camera Used on Hollywood Action Blockbuster “Expendables 3”
It was a matter of time before Blackmagic Cinema Cameras were spotted on a big Hollywood set. Recently Blackmagic Design announced that Blackmagic Cinema Cameras EF were used to capture complex …
Adobe Premiere Pro vs. Final Cut X – Which Platform is Better at Video Compression
Final Cut X and Adobe Premiere Pro are formidable editing software solutions that are a favorite “go-to” choice for the majority of the indie filmmakers. Still, there is a debate going on which …
Dropbox Pro Now Offers 1TB of Cloud Storage For The Price of 100GB
The Dropbox Pro users now have 10 x times more cloud storage space at their disposal. This is a great news for all filmmakers who use the platform on …
All Recall Focus Dual Review – Another Affordable Wireless Follow Focus System
All Recall Focus and All Recall Focus Dual are affordable wireless follow focus systems manufactured by the European company Senna Video Equipment. The US-based indie filmmaker Tom Antos produced an extended, very informative review …
Metabones Canon EF to Micro Four Thirds Speed Booster is Now Shipping
The Metabones Canon EF Lens to Micro Four Thirds Speed Booster Adaptor was a long anticipated and highly demanded optical adapter that is now finally shipping. It will turn your trusted …
Casper Mini Stabilizer for Your BMPCC, GH4 or A7s
Smooth tracking shots are visually impressive, look pleasant to the eye, add production value to your video. I’m sure every each one of us can think of at least …
New Firmware Update From Metabones Improves Compatibility of The Smart EF Mark IV Adapter
Sony A7s is one of the hottest full-frame hybrid cameras of 2014 with an incredible sensor, low-light capabilities and can shoot 4K as well (externally). Many shooters have a great collection …
OnePlus One 4K Smart Phone vs. Canon 5D Mark III Comparison
It is quite exciting to be a filmmaker these days! We were eager to see how far the DSLRs would go in terms of affordability and features, but they …
Dolby Atmos is Coming To Your Living Room
I’m quite sure that many of you have already experienced the immersive, deeper and richer sound of the Dolby Atmos sound system in your local movie theatre. Dolby Atmos has the amazing …
CVW 100 – Affordable Wireless HDMI HD Video Transmitter / Receiver
Wireless system solutions used to be one of the most expensive filmmaking tools such as wireless follow focus or wireless monitoring systems for many indie filmmakers. In one of …