How to Shoot Cinematic Video with Your Phone Using Household Items
Video quality on smartphones is incredible now. The latest iPhones shoot 4K video in 10-bit HDR for crying out loud. Even with the specs, smartphones still lack one key …
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Sony FX3 vs Canon C70 – Side-by-Side Comparison
Two of the “hottest” cameras in 2021 are the Sony FX3 and the Canon EOS C70. Both are newer compact cinema cameras that are relatively affordable. Plus, they have …
How to Easily Film in Sony’s S-Cinetone Profile
Just when we thought that we had gotten a handle on S-Log2 and then S-Log3 we got another picture profile from Sony: S-Cinetone. Now available in more accessible cameras …
Cinematic Camera Settings for the Sony a7S III
Just because you can get the latest and greatest full-frame camera for shooting video it doesn’t mean all your footage is going to instantly take on that “cinema” look. …
OSEE T5 Budget 5.5” Monitor for the Pocket 4K, 6K & 6K Pro
Even though the Pocket 6K Pro comes equipped with a better and brighter tilting screen, it still may fall short of your exact requirements for your rig. Or, you …
Best Lenses with IS for the Pocket 6K Pro
As we continue to talk about the Pocket 6K Pro from Blackmagic we need to move beyond just rigging them up with all sorts of accessories. We need to …
ARRI ALEXA Classic vs ALEXA Mini LF Side-By-Side Comparison
ARRI has done very well with the ALEXA system. Now over 10 years old, the ALEXA Classic still finds homes with enthusiastic cinematographers who love the quality of image …
S-Cinetone vs HLG vs S-Log3 on the Sony a7S III
We almost can’t talk enough about picture profiles and log gammas. There’s a lot to talk about and they keep changing. Even when they don’t “change” they get slight …
What are the Differences Between the GH5, GH5 II and GH6
Big news from Panasonic recently with the official release of the GH5 II and a development announcement for the GH6. It changes the game for their Micro Four Thirds …
ARRI ALEXA Mini – Internal 4K vs Upscaled 4K in Post
Something that isn’t super well known is that ARRI’s much-loved ALEXA and ALEXA Mini – which continue to be industry staples – do not actually record in 4K resolution. …
Cinematic Settings for Shooting 4K Video on the Pocket 6K Pro
Blackmagic cameras do a lot with a little. They are generally a lot more affordable than competing options considering the features they offer. Plus, they are good products minus …
How to Shoot 1000 fps on the Sony a7S III
Even your current best mirrorless cameras are limited in maximum frame rates. Take the Sony a7S III. Right now, the fastest frame rate you can get is 240 fps …
Combining Sony S-Cinetone & S-Log3 Profiles
S-Cinetone coming to the Sony a7S III made this much-loved profile much more accessible. It’s a good option for getting a nice, pleasing image straight out of camera. On …
What is the Actual Cost of the Pocket 6K Pro?
Cameras are only the first place you start to sink your money when you want to dip your toes in shooting video. It’s probably one of the harder and …
Use Any Device as an External Monitor with Your a7S III
If you haven’t tried it yet, an external monitor will provide a life-changing experience for shooting video. Being able to get it positioned right where you want it and …
Everything You Need to Know About S-Cinetone Profile
Sony has a complete Cinema Line at this point, going from the mirrorless-like FX3, to the compact FX6, then the pro-level FX9, and peaking with the cinematic VENICE. As …
Building a Cheap DIY Pocket 6K Pro Rig from Scratch
Something many owners of Blackmagic’s Pocket series seem to enjoy is building out the perfect rig. The cameras are compact enough that you can basically build them out to …
Blackmagic Pocket 6K vs Pocket 6K Pro – What are the Differences?
It looks like the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro is in the hands of many creators and they are taking a good look at whether this “Pro” model …
Check Out This Crazy iPhone 12 Pro Max Camera Setup
Smartphones are killer portable video devices. They continue to push the limits of imaging technology in a pocketable form factor. The iPhone especially is a favorite of filmmakers thanks …
How to Properly Use the Sony S-Log3 Picture Profile
Log is not easy to use. Every flavor of log is different, and I even mean that within the same brand. S-Log3 on the 10-bit a7S III is going …