$20 Vintage Lens vs. $1,200 New Lens – Can You Tell the Difference?
In this day and age of indie filmmaking, the use of vintage photography lenses for filmmaking projects is begging to gain in popularity. But is it even worth the …
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DJI Osmo Pocket Controller Wheel and Accessory Mount – Are They Worth It?
This past December, DJI’s release of the Osmo Pocket took the world by surprise. It’s incredibly small size offers 4K video at up to 60fps and 100Mb/s. Now, DJI …
5 Things You Should Know Before Buying the DJI Osmo Pocket
Gimbals, steadicams, shoulder rigs and dollies are just a few of the ways in which filmmakers and content creators can get the necessary shot for their projects. With the …
What is the Actual Dynamic Range of the GH5?
Since its release in early 2017, the Panasonic GH5 has been a popular micro 4/3 sensor mirrorless cameras choice for corporate and independent filmmakers who have come to trust …
How to Properly Set Up the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
In the world of cinema cameras, few offer the same bang for their buck as Blackmagic Designs’ systems. Sure, the Sony F55 is a fantastic camera and the pros …
SWIT CM55 C – an Affordable 5.5-inch On-Camera Monitor for Less Than $300
Finding an affordable yet production worthy field monitor can be a tough challenge, especially when you consider the fact that most budget-friendly monitors tend to compromise quality for the sake …
5 Tips for Getting Smoother Cinematic Videos with the DJI Osmo Pocket
Back in November, DJI took all aspiring vloggers and sports enthusiasts by surprise with the announcement of its compact gimbal-stabilized video camera system the Osmo Pocket. Even though its petite …
How Does the iPhone XS Max Hold Up Against the Canon C200?
In 2018 Apple continued its quest to keep its leading position as an innovator in smartphone camera technologies with the introduction of the latest iPhone back in September. With …
BMPCC 4K – More High ISO and Exposure Recovery Tests
With all the hype that surrounded the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K this year, it’s no surprise that many video shooters have put the camera on the top of …
Could the EOS R Be the Perfect C200 B-Cam?
It’s undeniable fact that Canon has revolutionized the independent filmmaking industry forever with the introduction of the Canon 5D Mark II back in 2008. Over the last decade, the …
BMPCC 4K vs Fujifilm X-T3 – Which One to Pick?
If you’re planning on adding a new mirrorless camera to your holiday wishlist, odds are you want to pick one that will give you not only the best bang …
Six Reasons Why Your GH5 is Still a Viable Option in 2018
I guess it’s safe to say that this year has been a wild rollercoaster ride for the prosumer video camera market. In fact, 2018 saw many different manufacturers hopping …
DJI Osmo Pocket vs GoPro HERO7 Black – Side-by-Side Comparison
With the recent Osmo Pocket announcement, DJI and GoPro have instantly become direct competitors in the action camera segment as now both companies have an enticing offering for aspiring …
PortKeys HH7 – Most Affordable 7-Inch High Bright HDMI Monitor You Can Get
The majority of filmmakers would agree that while having a field monitor is crucial on almost every occasion when filming on set, it could be a hefty investment overall. …
Five Reasons to Consider the Canon C300 II for Your Next Project
Canon’s professional cinema cameras have become some of the most esteemed in the film industry in recent years, thanks to their ingenious robust design, amazing image quality, and powerful …
BMPCC 4K vs. iPhone 8 Plus – Can You Guess Which is Which?
With every new iteration, smartphone cameras continue to evolve by leaps and bounds in terms of image quality. In fact, cameras found on devices like the iPhone have become …
Zhiyun Weebill LAB – Closer Look and First Impressions
Back at IBC 2018, Zhiyun-Tech showcased for the first time in public their latest offering: the Weebill LAB. The company’s brand new gimbal with innovative design aims to provide …
This Crazy Experiment Shows How to Turn Your S35 Camera into a 65MM LF Beast
Shooting with large format cameras is an emerging trend in the film industry these days. Big budget productions (typically Hollywood-level projects) have progressively begun to bask in this technological …
How Good is the BMPCC 4K When it Comes to Recovering from Overexposure
Even though the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K made a huge splash in the independent filmmaking community, some folks are a bit skeptical as to how well this camera …
X-T3 vs A7III vs EOS R vs Z7 vs BMPCC 4K – Video Quality Comparison
As 2018 begins to wind down to a close, it’s interesting to look back at some of the breakthroughs and innovations that were made in the realm of camera …