Sony A7S III Setup For Quick Access When Shooting Video
With the release of the A7S III, Sony has proven that the lines that separate DSLR and Mirrorless cameras from full-bodied ‘Cinema’ cameras have vanished forever. This camera packs …
Tag: Cinematography
Four Filmmaking Hacks Using Household Items
Results count in the world of filmmaking and even seasoned professionals have a low-tech trick or two up their sleeve to get that crucial shot in a pinch and …
How Does the RED Komodo Hold Up Against the RED Epic-W
The fact that we could even be comparing a $5,995 camera like the RED Komodo to a $35,000 monster of a camera like the RED Epic-W speaks volumes about …
Sony a7S III vs FX6 vs FX9 – Which One to Pick?
There are so many similarities and a lot of differences between the Sony A7S III, the Sony FX6, and the Sony FX9 that if you’re trying to figure out …
DJI Mini vs Mini 2 – Everything You Need to Know
Being number two can mean a lot of different things. If you’re in a race, you lost. If you are a pencil, you totally won – nobody really uses …
Sony A7C and A7III – Gyro vs IBIS vs Warp Stabilizer
Gyro stabilization is becoming a standard for Sony cameras. Every new camera they’ve released from the FX9 to the A7C has incorporated this fantastic, new method of post stabilization. …
How Does the Canon C70 Footage Hold Up Against the C300 III
The introduction of the Canon C70 was a shock and delight for loyal Canon shooters who have been begging the company to be more adventurous and take the lead …
RED Komodo vs ALEXA Mini vs Canon C300 III Side-by-Side Comparison
When you’re looking for the best of the best camera, there are few who would dispute that an ARRI, RED, or Canon system is going to be the one …
RED Komodo – More Video Samples, Tests and Workflow Tips
Unlike the trailblazer days of the original Red One, the Red Komodo is entering a market that is loaded with competition in every possible direction. This camera has been …
DZOFilm Pictor 20-55mm vs Angenieux Optimo DP 16-42mm vs Sigma 18-35mm Lenses
Lenses are like glasses; if you’re seeing the world through a bad set, everything you see is going to look like crap. Fortunately, the DZOFilm Pictor 20-55mm, Angenieux Optimo …
Exposure Tips for the RED Komodo
Now that the Komodo is out of beta and the black editions are finding their way into customer’s hands, there are a lot of first time Red users gaining …
Common Log Grading Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
John Lennon once said “A mistake is only an error, it becomes a mistake when you fail to correct it”. Fortunately for us, we live in the computer age …
RED Helium 8K vs URSA Mini Pro 12K Side-by-Side Comparison
Blackmagic has been pushing harder and harder in the short time it has been developing cameras to not only make a system that can capture the best image possible …
How to Tackle RED Komodo Footage in Post
Congratulations, you did it! You just went and got yourself a fancy new RED Komodo. Now what? Red Digital Cinema prides itself on putting image quality at the forefront …
Seven Essential Tips on How to Take Your Cinematography to the Next Level
Among the best ways to get inspiration or learn something of your own is to study the masters. Watching films and reading about process is a good start and …
Weebill S vs Crane 3S vs Crane 2S – Which is Right for You?
There are a lot of options out there for gimbals these days, and no one seems to be crushing the competition like Zhiyun. With the tech, quality, forward thinking, …
3 Less Known Sony A7S III Features
The Sony A7S III “won’t make you tacos”, but it finally does incorporate a lot of the improvements and features that we’ve all been dreaming about since the release …
Closer Look at the Canon EOS C70
Despite all of the whispers from the rumor mill, the Canon C70 took a lot of us by surprise. Not only did the release this peculiar little camera come …
How to Fix Colors of Your Sony Alpha Camera
Let’s face it, we all know current-generation Sony colors suck. They’re washed out, lacking in saturation, and sometimes just look super weird with a green tinge. We’ve learned to …
Canon R5 vs Sony A7S III – High ISO, Sharpness, and Dynamic Range Comparisons
There are a lot of things to like about the Canon EOS R5 and the Sony A7S III, two cameras that have pushed many sought-after features into the hands …