YouTubers Attach Rockets to Sony FX9 to Test Autofocus Speed
With a list price of around $10,000, the Sony FX9 wouldn’t be my first choice for strapping a pair of model rocket engines to and sending it down a …
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FilmConvert Adds Sony A7IV Profile to Camera Pack Collection
Cinematographer Shane Hurlbut once said in an interview that each digital camera behaves like a film emulsion – unique unto itself and requiring grading to give it the look …
Sony VENICE 2 Gets Netflix-Approved Certificate
Yeap, Sony VENICE 2 seems to be the latest addition to the list of Netflix-Approved cameras that one can officially use to produce content for the streaming platform and …
Building a Sony a7 IV Rig for Shooting Video
If you are getting a mirrorless camera to shoot video, you can be certain of two things. First, that you will get surprisingly good image quality today. The second …
Setting Up the Sony a7 IV for Video
Even though Sony’s mirrorless cameras have incredible video specs we can’t forget that at their heart they are still based on stills-centric ideals. The a7 IV is the latest …
How Does the Panasonic GH6 Stack Up Against the Sony a7S III & Canon R5
After a lengthy wait, the Panasonic GH6 is finally here. It’s a bit later than expected (supply chain issues affect everything these days), but it looks quite good on …
Shooting Full-Frame 4K 60p Video on the Sony a7 IV (No Crop)
A common limitation with newer (and generally more affordable) cameras is that higher frame rates require a crop mode. Sometimes this is minor, like how the a7S III crops …
6 Ways to Fix Overheating on the Sony a7 IV
Sony has made some serious improvements to their “basic” model over the years and the a7 IV is an impressive continuation of the line. This release was a fairly …
How to Enable the Anti-Dust Function on the Sony a7 IV
Mirrorless introduced us to a lot of new tech and the related benefits. It also showed us what happens when you have an unprotected sensor so close to the …
Canon R5 C vs Sony a7S III vs Canon C70 vs Canon R5 – Dynamic Range Comparison
Another new camera, another new comparison. This time we are taking a closer look at the Canon R5 C which was just released a few weeks ago. While most …
Building the Ultimate Sony A7S III Cine Rig
Mirrorless cameras have the ability to capture incredible video. They just continue to get better and better and now are in direct competition with cinema cameras multiple times their …
Best Video Settings on the Sony a7S III
Setting up your camera(s) is one of the most important parts of being prepared and able to shoot quickly and effectively. Sony cameras especially since I think it’s fair …
Sony FX6 Firmware v2.00 Now Available to Download
Those Sony FX6 users who were eagerly waiting to get the imminent firmware update for the camera that enables 16-bit RAW over both HDMI and SDI can finally download …
How to Make Your Sony Camera Look Like an ARRI ALEXA
ARRI has always nailed its color science. It’s one of (many) reasons why professionals turn to high-end ARRI systems for their productions. Most of us aren’t going to be …
Sony a7S III Proxy Hack for Faster Editing
Proxies are a great way to speed up editing. These lower-resolution files are generally a lot less demanding on your PC than the high-quality footage offered by modern cameras. …
Why You Shouldn’t Film in S-Log3
Common thought for using Sony cameras like the a7S III, FX3 or a7 IV is to pop it into S-Log3 since that’s how you get the best possible quality. …
Best Way to Use Autofocus for Video on Your Sony Alpha Camera
Autofocus is video has finally arrived. I think it is safe to say that autofocus is another tool that is totally usable in video after many, many years of …
Sony a7 IV Memory Card Guide for Filmmakers
Sony is starting to bring more of its advanced codecs and features along with faster continuous shooting to its “basic” cameras – now including the a7 IV. Being able …
Tips and Tricks on Shooting Anamorphic Video with a Sony Mirrorless Camera
Anamorphic is a fun and distinct look that many videographers and filmmakers want to try out. Fortunately, a lot of anamorphic tools are coming down in price and that …
Sony FX3 vs a7S III – Which One to Pick for Video?
When Sony finally released the a7S III there were a lot of videographers celebrating – myself included. We had waited so long and it looked like Sony did a …