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 …
Panasonic Announces New HC-X1000 4K Semi-pro Camcorder
It is early September 2014, which means IBC is almost upon us. In the weeks before the event we’re bound to see a few new camera announcements. This year …
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 …
Are We Going to See a New Sony (FS700 Mark II?) 4K XAVC Super-Slow Motion Camera at IBC?
There were many rumours flying around the Web in the past few weeks about a new Sony 4K camera “expected” to be unveiled at IBC less than two weeks away. As one …
The Shane Hurlbut “Illumination Experience Educational Tour” Hits 25 Cities in North America
HurlbutVisuals, a blog by Hollywood DP Shane Hurlbut ASC, has been an invaluable free resource for all filmmakers who want to build up their lighting and camera skills. Shane …
New Metabones Canon EF to Sony NEX E-Mount Speed Booster ULTRA
Last week, lens adapter wizzards Metabones announced their long-awaited Canon EF to Micro Four Thirds Speed Booster had officially started shipping, thus making quite a few GH4 shooters very happy. The specialised …
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 …
Podcast 012 – BMPC 4K Price Drop, Cinemartin Denoiser, Sony F5 4K Mod, and Shane Hurlbut’s Illumination Experience Tour
Podcast 012 – BMPC 4K Price Drop, Cinemartin Denoiser, Sony F5 4K Mod, Illumination Experience Tour Posted by Ogy Stoilov September 1, 2014 In Episode 012 of the 4K Shooters Podcast, we discuss the …
Sony F5 Internal 4K Recording “Mod” Video Tutorial
In less than a week, the Sony F5 4K hack (more-like) “mod” discovered by experienced UK cameraman called Paul Ream became a a topic of hot debate over the state …
Details on the Sony F5 Internal 4K “All Files” Mod
Earlier this week the we reported that UK cameraman & Sony F5 owner Paul Ream was able to somehow modify/hack his Sony PMW-F5 and enable internal 4K XAVC recording, a feature only …
Blackmagic 4K Production Camera Now $2,500
Blackmagic Design are no strangers to doing things differently and offering rock bottom prices. Looking at their full product line-up, their I/O cards, switchers, converters and as of the …
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 …
Cinemartin Releases Standalone Video Denoiser with 4K Support; ProRes, DNxHD, & HEVC H.265 Output
Whether you are shooting video on a 3 chip shoulder camera, or a large sensor DSLR, chances are you’ve been in a situation where you weren’t able to fully control …
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 …
ARRI Announces 4K (UHD) ProRes Upgrade for the AMIRA
It is that time of the year again – IBC 2014 is just around the corner and the world of professional video and lighting equipment is kicking off in …
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 …
Samyang Announces New 50mm VDSLR T1.5 AS UMC Cine Lens
Korean lens manufacturer Samyang has just announced their latest addition to their Cine lens line-up – the long-awaited Samyang 50mm T1.5 AS UMC lens. The lens completes their cine lens …
Sony F5 Internal 4K XAVC 25/50p Recording (Hack?)
Just as I was browsing my twitter feed yesterday, I came across an interesting tweet by @PaulReam who apparently has “unlocked” internal 4K (4096 x 2160p) XAVC recording on his Sony PMW-F5. …
Podcast 011 – Epic GH4 vs Sony A7s Shootout Review, Canon 7D Mark II Expectations and IBC 2014
Podcast 011 – Epic GH4 vs Sony A7s Shootout Review, Canon 7D Mark II Expectations and What To Expect To See At IBC 2014 Posted by Ogy Stoilov August 25, 2014 …