The 4K “Ready” Sony PXW-X70 Gets a Review and Sharpness Test, and ISO/Gain Test vs. Panasonic GH4
4K was the theme for the majority of Sony cameras in 2014, and by the looks of it, 2015 will be no different. The Sony FS7 was the big …
A Couple of Micro 3-Axis Gimbals for Your GoPro Hero4 or iPhone 6
3-axis stabiliser gimbals come in all shapes and sizes and for the past two years this has been a burgeoning market for video professionals. As these stabiliser devices grow in …
SuperMHL: New Standard & Cable for 8K TV’s (Yes, 8K)
As ridiculous as it sounds, 8K TV is real. At least, for now there is one from Samsung they debuted at CES 2015. Maybe others are doing them in …
Panasonic 4K Blu-ray Player & Ultra HD Blu-ray Discs Details From CES 2015
4K technology is everywhere at this year’s CES 2015 trade show. Major manufacturers such as Samsung, LG, Sony, and Panasonic among others, paraded impressive UltraHD and 4K TV line-ups …
CyberLink’s Entry-Level VFX & Audio Programs Pack a Punch
CyberLink has been producing entry-level post-production and DVD authoring apps for some time now, and are often overlooked as any kind of an option when taking your footage into the …
Samsung is About to Release a Major Firmware Update for the NX1 4K Camera
Since its announcement at the last year’s Photokina, the Samsung NX1 continues to affirm its position as one of the serious competitors in the 4K mirrorless camera segment currently somewhat …
A Look at the Boris FX Continuum Complete 9 VFX Suite
For most video productions a level of visual effects can be used to enhance the final product. Everything from basic color grading and lens corrections to more advanced overlays …
Add More Dynamic Effects To Your Project In Adobe Premiere Pro Using Impact Lights
Ok, so you’re ready with your edit, but your client wants to stylize it a little bit more, you are pressed for time, and you need to move quickly. What …
Anything You Can Do, I Can Do Cheaper: Yongnuo’s $40 “Nifty Fifty” Canon Clone
Sometimes we obsess over gear and can easily fall into the trap of spending a ton of money on more expensive gear, thinking it this way we instantly better …
Sony Just Announced the 4K FDR-X1000V Action Camera
Sony continues to expand their 4K hegemony, this time by announcing the Sony FDR-X1000V Action Cam – a direct competitor to the GoPro Hero4 Black, and as an addition to …
Panasonic Announces 2 New 4K Camcorders at CES 2015
It’s January 6th, so naturally the tech gadget world is completely consumed by latest technologies in mobile communication devices, TV’s, cameras and just about anything that is powered by …
Podcast 030 – 4K Gear Discussion with Special Guest Erik Naso, DP & Blogger – Part I
Podcast 030 – 4K Gear Discussion with Special Guest Erik Naso, DP & Blogger – Part I Posted by Ogy Stoilov January 5, 2014 In Episode 030 of the …
Canon EOS C100/C500 Price Drops & New Firmware Hint At An Imminent Lineup Update?
Canon Professional is off to a good start in the New Year with some new firmware for their top dog EOS Cinema Linen 4K C500 camera, also getting the …
How to Craft Your Script to Fit the Needs of the Moment?
Just when you think you have a finished and polished script, you discover that the script needs to be changed yet again. As the script’s purpose changes depending on …
Vimeo Rolling Out 4K Streaming For Pro Users Plus Some Amazing Sony A7s + Atomos Shogun 4K Footage
A few weeks ago in December, the much loved video sharing platform for creative professionals and enthusiasts – Vimeo started the ball rolling on their 4K support by allowing …
China Loves UHD TV And 4K Expected To Dominate CES 2015
2014 may have give us independent filmmakers and video professionals incredibly affordable 4K tools to expand our creativity, but the 4K coin has a flip side. And that flip …
Location Scouting Tips and Tricks For Your Film Shoot
Location Scouting is an essential process in the pre-production stage of every film regardless of it being a short or a feature. Like any other aspect of the filmmaking …
2014 Recap And Round-Up of 4K Gear Expected in 2015
Well, it’s here! Happy 2015 for those of you east of the Greenwich meridian! For those who are still in 2014 we hope you have a fantastic New Year’s …
Here’s Five 4K & UHD Monitors For Your New Mac Pro
After we picked-up our jaws form the floor after the 5K iMac Retina announcement earlier in the Fall, some of has were left wondering if Apple would ever release …
How to Easily Color Grade Your Sony A7s and FS7 S-Log Footage
With the implementation of the S-Log2 profile in the A7s, Sony has finally fulfilled one of the highest demands of professional shooters and enthusiasts alike for enhanced control over the …