What to Look for When Buying a 4K Camera
Technology is evolving every day. Nowadays, 4K resolution is a new trend that is available on computers, TVs, and cameras. You get to see amazing pictures and videos that …
Tag: filmmaking gear
DJI Ronin-S vs Zhiyun Crane V2 – Which One to Pick?
There’s no denying that DJI has dominated the video stabilization market with their Ronin family of gimbals for quite some time now. By continuing its successful gimbal market share …
Decent Dual Hand Grip Gimbal Stabilizer for Under $400?
Тhe almighty and ever-so-steady gimbal stabilizers have been one of the most sought-after pieces of gear in the filmmaking community for quite some time. Unfortunately, the purchase and use …
Testing the Ultra-Wide Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D Lens with the Sony A6500
Typically, when the idea of using an ultra-wide lens first comes to mind, most people tend to think of the fisheye distortion aesthetic popularized by GoPro cameras or some …
Four Affordable Feature-Packed 5″ On-Camera Monitors for Your Consideration
On-camera monitors have always been a hot topic in the filmmaking community, as more and more manufacturers continue to roll out new products that vary in feature set, price, …
How To Set Up a Mobile Production Studio Virtually Anywhere
Many content creators will find it difficult to produce video content on a regular basis while traveling, especially when they are so used to the coziness and comfort of …
Closer Look at the Tilta Gravity G2x Handheld Gimbal
Through the smart implementation of computer software and gimbal-based hardware technologies, gimbal stabilizers continue to dominate the market of camera stabilization systems with ease. Nevertheless, finding a unit that …
10 Things to Consider About the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K Before Buying
During NAB 2018 in Las Vegas, Blackmagic Design announced the long-awaited successor to their pocket camera – the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K. For a relatively low price of …
Connect Any XLR Microphone to your iPhone, Mac, or PC with the iRig Pre HD Adapter
When it comes to recording audio to your mobile device, the overwhelming number of portable interfaces out there is just staggering and it’s pretty easy to get lost in …
Building the Ultimate Blackmagic Design Micro Cinema Camera Rig
For less than a $1,000, the Blackmagic Design Micro Cinema Camera has become an increasingly attractive buy for indie filmmakers who are looking for a reasonable step-up in image …
Meet the $180 AndyCine A6 – a 5.7” Swivel Monitor with 4K Support That Also Powers Your Camera
Typically, when it comes to field monitors, most folks would think of the expensive external panels from companies like SmallHD or Aperture. It’s a common understanding that if you’re …
Five Reasons to Consider Renting the Canon C200 for Your Next Project
The popularity of the Canon C200 has grown exponentially in the past year as more and more videographers have experienced operating the product first-hand. With the ability to record …
How to Choose the Right Cinema Lens for Your Next Project
There is a slew of factors you need to consider when choosing the right cinema lens for your next film project. Depending on what piece of glass you tend …
Turn Your iPhone or iPad into a Field Monitor with the CAME-TV Crystal-800 Long Distance Wireless Video System
With the dawn of smartphones and tablets, more and more content creators are looking for new creative ways to implement smart devices into their daily workflow. An excellent example …
Skybeam Digital Shows Off a Set of Extremely Affordable and Compact Cine Lenses
Among the multitude of products showcased at NAB 2018, there was a particular set of prime lenses that caught the eye of indie filmmakers. Billed as the smallest cine lens in …
NAB 2018: Redrock Micro Introduces the Multi-Functional MōVI Commander
Professional gimbal control systems seem to be a rising trend at this year’s NAB. After DJI announced the proprietary Master Wheels and Force Pro gimbal controllers yesterday, today Redrock …
Edelkrone Introduces the Motion Box – an Ultraportable and Versatile Motion Control That Fits in Your Pocket
The exciting pre-NAB announcements continue to pop up left and right. European premium filmmaking gear maker Edelkrone just announced the Motion Box – its latest pocket-sized motion control device …
Sony A7S II vs ARRI Alexa Mini – Can You Guess Which is Which?
With features such as a 4K Full-Frame sensor, 5-axis image stabilization, log gamma profiles, external recording capabilities, and crazy-high ISOs of up to 409,600 it’s no wonder why the …
Meet the Lilliput A12 – an Affordable 12.5-inch 4K Field Monitor with SDI, HDMI, and DisplayPort Connectivity
Unless you prefer to shoot exclusively with an EVF, odds are you’re going to need a proper field monitor allowing you to preview your images on a much bigger …
Cinegears 600M Ghost-Eye Wireless Video System for Your Consideration
As a film director, its key to never lose sight of your director’s monitor, especially if you want to focus on details that otherwise could be easily missed. Depending …