Thursday, 31 October 2013

Zacuto's first look at the new, documentary-style camera!



Zacuto's first look at the new, documentary-style camera!

A few weeks back we wrote about the ARRI AMIRA for the first time. The Amira is a documentary-style camera that combines exceptional image quality with an ergonomic design optimized for single-operator use and extended shoulder-mounted operation. Its big advantage is the fact that it is ready to pick up and shoot straight out of the bag, and it features the same sensor as the renowned ARRI ALEXA.

Wednesday, 30 October 2013

Blackmagic Design Cinema Cameras: Production Workflow Roundup



Blackmagic Design Cinema Cameras: Production Workflow Roundup

With the Blackmagic Design Pocket Cameraavailable at less than $1000 and theBlackmagic Cinema Camera's offering 4k for $4k you can't really beat those kind of prices. As more Blackmagic Design cameras find there way into filmmakers hands we should continue to see more productions taking advantage of Cinema DNG workflows. Here are some great tips on making the most of your shiny new camera!

Monday, 28 October 2013

Blade introduces the new 180 QX

Drone filming...

Blade introduces the new 180 QX

Capture some great video with this little quad from Blade. This is the new Blade 180 QX with its EFC-720 camera. Get the details for this latest product from Blade as well as view an intro vid.

DSLR Video Camera Equipment Guide



DSLR Video Camera Equipment Guide

Introduction to DSLR Camera Lenses

Choosing a lens is one of the most important decisions you make as a filmmaker. Your depth of field, distortion, and overall composition are dependent on the lens you choose. But how do you go about shopping for camera lenses with so many brands and options out there? We'll break it down for you in our Video Camera Equipment Guide.

http://www.slrlounge.com/school/dslr-video-camera-equipment-guide-lenses

Saturday, 26 October 2013

How to choose the right movie camera



How to choose the right movie camera

With budget cameras like the RED Epic being used on films like The Hobbit, pro movie cameras are more affordable than ever. Mike Griggs explains how to find the right one for you.

There's never been a better time to make your own movie. With today's technology, anyone can create their own masterpiece more quickly and simply than ever.

http://www.creativebloq.com/audiovisual/how-choose-best-movie-camera-10135023

New Sony A7 and A7R have focus magnification and adjustable controls while filming



New Sony A7 and A7R have focus magnification and adjustable controls while filming

When you shoot on DSLRs and CSCs, you give up many of the basic camera features professional shooters require – internal ND's, manual audio, focus & aperture controls, etc. In this News Shooter article, Sony has made their new A7 and A7r mirrorless cameras harder for pros to resist. Putting the question of image quality aside, a lot of those pro gotta-haves are there – including the much-appreciated ability to magnify while shooting to get those tack-sharp HD images we've all grown to love.

http://blog.planet5d.com/2013/10/video-goodness-alert-sony-a7-and-a7r-have-focus-magnification-and-adjustable-controls-while-filming/

Canon EOS 70D



Canon EOS 70D

The Canon EOS 70D ($1,199 direct, body only) is the first traditional D-SLR we've seen with an on-chip phase detect autofocus system that doesn't have to hand off to contrast detection in order to confirm focus. That gives it the ability to deliver quick, smooth autofocus when recording video, but there's still some room for improvement in dim lighting. The 20-megapixel camera is a solid option for Canon shooters looking to move up from a Rebel body, but don't want to go full-frame. Despite its video prowess, it doesn't manage to oust our Editors' Choice for midrange D-SLRs, the Nikon D7100. The Nikon may not focus as quickly in Live View mode as the Canon, but we liked it slightly better overall.