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by Mary Latvis · Posted
Virtual Production environments encompassing LED volumes are an exciting, revolutionary addition to the background capture techniques used in video and motion picture production. A successor to established techniques like green screen and front and rear projection, this latest technology means that your surroundings are limited only by your background content.
ROE Visual LED Panels in the Vancouver PXO & WFW Stage
What is Virtual Production?
In basic terms, Virtual Production uses digital cinematography, LED volumes, game engines, and
by Mary Latvis · Posted
Widely used on both classic feature films and newer digital productions, Cooke’s Panchro line features a unique look designed to draw your viewer into your story. The new ARRI LPL-mount Cooke Panchro 65/i series offers this distinctive aesthetic for large-format cameras with up to VistaVision sensors.
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Whether you’re a student or a seasoned veteran, selecting the right camera can make your head spin with questions. Does sensor size matter? What’s the difference between 4:2:0 and 4:2:2? Do I really need a camera that can record 8K? What about raw? We’ll explain the key components that help a camera produce cinematic images, and in doing so, hopefully help you make that all-important decision.
Evaluate Your Needs and Your Budget
Before considering certain cameras, you must know your needs and your budget. And be realistic. If you are a student
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
When it comes to finding the best drone, there is no "one-size-fits-all" solution. Different pilots have different needs, different budgets, and different skill levels. Some are photographers, some are racers, and some just like to fly. In other words, what's best for one drone pilot might not be what's best for all.
To help you find the drone that best suits your needs and interests, we've put together a list of some of our
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Andy To discusses the filmmaking equipment he used for his latest short film, The Creative Athlete. Sony's FX3 and FX6 are Netflix-approved cameras that provide speed, efficiency, and versatility. They also allow him to develop his skills in order to make a feature film in the future.
0:00 - Cameras & Memory Cards
2:44 - ND Filters
3:18 - B&H SuperStore Shopping Interlude
3:48 - Lenses
6:43 - Gimbal & Tripod
7:41 - Mics & Sound Overall
9:56 - Final Thoughts
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by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
Taking to the skies to capture breathtaking footage has never been easier. Modern drones are not only incredible filmmaking tools they are also becoming more affordable and accessible. Filmmakers looking to take flight will want to find something that can capture cinematic imagery with ease. Fortunately, there are plenty of options available today. Whether you are a first-time content creator, professional filmmaker, or anywhere
by Stepan Andranikian · Posted
Imagine you're ready to start actualizing your lifelong cinema dreams, only to be dissuaded at the last second by the astonishing (and prohibitive) prices of expensive cinema camera gear. The hefty price tags on cinema camera equipment can be quite discouraging, and it's not uncommon for a lens to cost more than the camera itself, especially if we’re talking cinema glass. However, before you throw your dreams of snagging that Academy Award for Best
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How much do you know about New York City’s 1982 Loft Law, which established a process for artists to obtain legal occupancy of the raw industrial spaces they inhabited, while also providing rent stabilization and protection from future eviction? Or the pigeon fanciers who were once a fixture across the rooftops of Brooklyn and remain valued as neighborhood sentinels?
Above photograph © Joshua Charow
If these poetic vestiges from Gotham’s storied past have you dreaming about the good old days, then you won’t want to miss our podcast with gen-Z
by Stepan Andranikian · Posted
In a world where gimbals and motorized stabilizers are the cool kids on the block, the shoulder rig maintains its relevance quietly. Let's see why, even amidst all the high-tech alternatives, shoulder rigs are still a fantastic and practical solution for camera stabilization in any cinematographers tool kit.
Embracing the Weight: A Cinematographer's Endurance Hack
Ever find yourself wrestling with a camera rig, arms
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The addition of Apple ProRes to the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max marked a major turning point in the world of smartphone filmmaking, unlocking professional-level recording formats that can go toe-to-toe with the codecs of many modern cinema cameras. Now, Tilta is unveiling its complementary Khronos ecosystem, bringing a wide range of accessories to the iPhone that allow users to take full advantage of the ProRes format and equip their phones for an array of shooting environments. From lights to filters to cooling, Khronos has everything you need
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
We’re a week away from the 2024 NAB Show and lots of exciting new products have already been announced. Lens-crafters NiSi and Atlas Lens Co. unveiled new additions to their signature cinema lineups. Industry-titan Sachtler updated its lauded Ace tripod system. We also got not one but two teasers for upcoming product launches from DJI.
NiSi ATHENA PRIME series brings on 18mm, 40mm, and 135mm lenses
NiSi is a relative newcomer to the world of cinema lenses, but they’ve made a strong showing so far, offering lenses that strike the right
by Mos Khan · Posted
Drones are highly useful pieces of equipment for photographers and videographers and, these days, there are more consumer options than ever before. However, with the tech rapidly evolving, drones can be quite pricey, ranging from just a few hundred to a few thousand dollars, so choosing the right option to invest in can be challenging. In this guide, we'll look at some notable releases this year, and some key differences between them, to help narrow your search and compare options more easily.
DJI Mini 4 Pro
For its features and its price, the
by Bruno Derlin · Posted
In the leadup to IBC 2023, Blackmagic Design hosted a major livestream during which it announced a list of new products—including the full-frame Cinema Camera 6K, with the same form factor as the Pocket series. Also announced are larger versions of the ATEM 1 M/E Advanced Panel with 20 and 30 buttons, a large Videohub 80x80 12G, upgraded Micro Studio Camera 4K G2, and a Studio Camera 4K Plus G2.
Blackmagic Design Studio Camera 4K Plus G2,
by Stepan Andranikian · Posted
The Sony VENICE 2 Cinema Camera has made waves in the global cinematography community with its exhaustive features, incredible specs, and impressive imaging capabilities. Borrowing many elements from the original VENICE, the VENICE 2 is a compact, pragmatic, and supercharged package. We are going to take a closer look at the VENICE 2, highlighting its many uses and how it can revolutionize one's workflow from pre- to post
by Jill Waterman · Posted
A photographer’s gift is to record his or her encounters with the world in pictures. If that photographer meets with success, pictures from their archive are published in magazines and books, exhibited in museums and galleries, licensed for commercial use, and sold as prints. With careful planning, these images have a life that endures well beyond that of the artist, through the continuing efforts of a legacy keeper.
Such is the relationship between the trailblazing work of 20th-Century photographer Ruth Orkin and the ongoing endeavors