One of the early advantages of desktop video production software over dedicated hardware was that it could run on “any” computer. As tasks became more demanding (multiple streams of 4k video, anyone?), and computers become more capable (4 gigabyte drive modules used to be considered huge; now that's a minimum RAM configuration), configuring desktop computers […]
There's no denying that Canon's new flagship, the EOS-1D X is a complex beast. It shares a lot of features with the EOS 5D Mark III that I have been using for a few months now and I will tell you that it is the only camera where I've felt like I have to read […]
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Switronix is pleased to announce the PB70-BMCC, a versatile Powerbase solution for the innovative Black Magic Cinema Camera (BMCC). One of the unique aspects of the Powerbase-70 is the ability for the users to maintain this battery system independent of the camera they are shooting with. The newly released GP-DV-BMCC connector block now enables compatibility […]
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Haivision today announced the immediate availability of Viper™ 1.1, the latest revision of its compact appliance combining dual-channel HD encoding, low-latency secure streaming, video on demand, and a contextual multichannel record-review-publish workflow – all within a single chassis. With the new release, the company is also introducing the Viper VF, a companion to the Furnace™ […]
On this week’s MacBreak Studio, I talk to Steve Martin of Ripple Training about moving from shapes to masks and vice-versa in Motion 5. […]
Here’s the latest 2 weeks or so of assorted After Effects tutorials, tips, and scripts & plug-ins new and old. The big news was the release of Element 3D by Video Copilot, the new plug-in that lets you animate real 3D models (even as particles) right inside of After Effects. “E3D” joins a growing cadre […]
AJA Video Systems, a leading manufacturer of professional video interface and conversion solutions, today released AJA SRExpress software to control the fast transfer of files from Sony SR-R1 digital recorders to RAID storage connected to a Mac computer, with PC support coming soon. An AJA KONA 3G card, or an Io XT for Thunderbolt-equipped Macs, […]
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Panasonic has announced a new generation of P2 solid-state recording media, the F series, including support of recording up to AVC-Intra Class 200 of the AVC-ULTRA codec family. Immediately available, the F series of 64GB, 32GB and 16GB P2 cards (models AJ-P2E064FG, AJ-P2E032FG and AJ-P2E016FG) carries suggested list prices of $730, $499 and $399, respectively. […]
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FilmLight and The Pixel Farm have formed a strategic partnership to jointly market FilmLight’s Baselight colour grading system and The Pixel Farm’s PFClean™ restoration software as a complete, fully-integrated and affordable workflow for digital cinema restoration. As a result, a branded OEM version of the PFClean restoration and remastering suite equipped with the Baselight integration […]
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Digital Juice®, the highly acclaimed developer of digital content and professional camera gear and accessories today announced the release of the Orbit Micro dolly system for video-capable cameras. The device allows users to capture smooth professional low-angle or tabletop tracking shots on any smooth surface — without the hassle of larger, more expensive equipment. “Designed […]
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