Interview Lighting LED Kit that Fits in Your Carry-On
I’ve been obsessing over lighting as of lately. It’s like my own anti-camera gear therapy, I’ve been forcing myself to accept and it’s kind of working. Whereas camera technology …
Tag: filmmaking
10 Last Minute Christmas Gifts for Filmmakers and Photographers
It’s this time of the year again – five days before Christmas and you still haven’t decided what to get your avid enthusiast photographer brother, we have the gift …
Final Cut Pro X vs Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2017: Which is the Best Video Editor For Your Needs?
Beyond any doubt, these NLEs are two of the most popular and widely adopted editing platforms by professional video editors and enthusiasts alike around the world these days. But, …
How a High Quality Video Helped a Company Raise $1 Million on Kickstarter
An increasingly alarming trend as of lately (well, maybe for the past couple of years) is the fascination that some creators have with the gear they use to earn …
The Custom CONNEX Mini Transmitter/Receiver System Provides No Latency Wireless HD Video Feed Up to Four Devices Simultaneously
Initially designed for consumer drone applications and aerial videography in mind, the affordable CONNEX Mini HD Video Link provides a set of high-end features that currently can be only found on …
How Does the iPhone 7 Plus Video Hold Up Against the $50,000 RED Weapon Footage
I’m sure that many of the raving RED fans won’t be very excited by this side-by-side comparison that puts the $50,000 RED Weapon next to an iPhone 7 Plus, but …
5 DIY Tricks to Stabilze Your Camera without Using Any Expensive Equipment
There are so many different DIY techniques you can utilize to stabilize your camera footage, when your tripod, camera rig, or gimbal aren’t within your reach for some reason. Here are a …
Advanced Color Correction Worklflow with Curves in DaVinci Resolve 12.5
Seasoned colorist and fellow filmmaker Alex Jordan of Learn Color Grading and FilmSimplified has produced dozens of insightful color grading tutorials, along with a slew of dedicated courses and …
Fusion 101 Simplified – The Easiest Way to Learn Blackmagic Fusion 8 For Beginners
More than two years after Blackmagic Design acquired the world’s most advanced compositing software for visual effects Fusion, the company still offers a free Windows, OS X, and Linux …
KODAK Ektra is a New “Retro” Styled Camera Smartphone
Don’t call it a comeback! Ok, I’m lame, I know, but hey at least Kodak’s back again, or are they?… Back in January, Kodak even announced they are bringing …
How to Emulate the Dolly Zoom or Vertigo Effect in Post
The famous Dolly Zoom or Vertigo effect that has been employed extensively in numerous iconic Hollywood classics throughout the last century has become ubiquitous and highly recognizable over time but can …
Flash Porter Lets You Instantly Backup Photos and Videos in the Field
Anyone that has ever shot stills or video in a remote location where you don’t have easy access to constant power has had to rely on some sort of …
5 Essential Moves Every Videographer Flying a Drone Should Know
There are multiple ways to capture some stunning aerial videos with your quadcopter, even if you aren’t a professional drone flier or just don’t have the latest high-end flying equipment …
How to Edit Faster in Premiere Pro CC by Utilizing These Powerful Techniques
Imagine that you could double or even triple your speed and efficiency while working in the editing bay. That intriguing possibility will not only save you loads of time and …
5 Tips and Tricks for Filming Better Event Videos
Often, filming an event video or an after movie for a client could be incredibly intimidating, especially if you’re not prepared for the shoot itself in advance. Unlike narrative productions, …
Is the iPhone 7 Upgrade Worth It from a Filmmaker’s Perspective?
Shooting a professional filmmaking project with a smartphone isn’t an innovative or revolutionary concept by any means as it has been around for quite some time now. Meanwhile, there …
Your iPhone is Now a Super Precise Light & Colour Temp Meter thanks to LUMU POWER
It seems like there is nothing that the iPhone can’t do, with the smart folks at LumuLabs now able to turn it into an advanced and accurate light and …
Sony FS5 4K RAW vs Internal Recording Comparison Plus 40 Minute Discussion with Doug Jensen
The Sony FS5 has been around for a year now, and has become quite popular with indie filmmakers, owner ops moving up from a DSLR or those looking to …
The Pros and Cons of Using Lavaliers vs Shotgun Mics for Your Productions
Both lavalier and shotgun mics have their strengths and weaknesses when it comes to capturing high-quality sound on set, whether you need to conduct an interview for a documentary or commercial …
Here’s How to Color Grade Your Blackmagic Camera Footage Shot with BMDFilm4K and BMDFilm Gammas
Blackmagic Design has come a long way in the recent years with its professional cinema camera line, but still many filmmakers who’ve been using those cameras on a daily basis …