Photographers and videographers using the Hasselblad X1D will have a zoom and two fixed focal lengths available during 2017, extending the creative options of the camera. In 2018 Hasselblad expects to have a total of 19 lenses available. The four new lenses announced by Hasselblad are the XCD 120mm Macro, the XCD 35-75mm zoom, XCD […]
Year: 2017
Cineo Lighting debuts MavX at NAB 2017
Offering the ability to dynamically color tune from 2700K to 6500K, with accurate presets at 3200K, 4300K and 5600K, the new Cineo MavX has no color shift or flicker at any output level. Built on the award-winning Cineo Maverick line, the MavX provides a mid-power color-tunable soft source with the same powerful, accurate light output […]
Think Tank Photo upgrades Helipak and TakeOff bags
The Think Tank Photo’s Airport Helipak V2.0 backpack for DJI Phantom 4 packs the drone and accessories in a size fit for both U.S. domestic or international airline travel. As quadcopter design evolves, bags to carry them have to adapt to the new drone dimensions. Think Tank just did that, presenting the Airport Helipak V2.0 […]
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ART OF THE CUT with “Mr. Robot” editor, Philip Harrison
ART OF THE CUT talks to Philip Harrison about the distinctive cutting approach of the binge-worthy TV series Mr. Robot. Harrison’s work on the series was nominated for an ACE EDDIE for Best Edited One Hour Series (Commercial) for his episode,“eps2.4m4ster-s1ave.aes.” HULLFISH: Your previous editing gigs were quite different from Mr. Robot. HARRISON: Previous to Mr. Robot, […]
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Phottix Ares II: new flash trigger for manual shooting
With 16 channels, 4 groups and a range of 150 meters, the Phottix Ares II Flash Trigger takes the promise of the original Ares to a whole new level. When Phottix launched the original Ares, in 2012, the flash trigger solution was a standalone product within the Phottix ecosystem. Presented as an affordable solution, to […]
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Using Blackmagic’s DaVinci Resolve For Editing, Grading, and Finishing
Blackmagic’s DaVinci Resolve 12.5 was the program of choice for editing, coloring, and finishing the original short form comedy series “Please Tell Me I’m Adopted!” The Wraptastic Productions series is premiering March 6, 2017 on Amazon. For a damn near entire DIY production, the use of Blackmagic’s DaVinci Resolve may have been the glue keeping […]
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Clarity 800, the world’s first miniature HFR camera for live production
The Clarity 800 camera system offers sports and event producers high-quality, real-time HFR video. It’s one of multiple products Bexel will have on show at the 2017 NAB Show. The Bexel Clarity 800 Camera is part of Bexel’s specialty camera initiative. The new model was first used at 2017 NBA All-Star Weekend, with two cameras […]
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Flicker: Why On-Set Monitors Fail Us
While working as a young second camera assistant on a film TV series in the 1990s, I noticed the DP set the camera shutter to 144 degrees (1/60th of a second exposure). I asked him why. “I’ve been burned by HMI flicker in the past,” he told me. “I’m never going to let that happen […]
How to prepare for your next Motion Graphics project
When it comes to motion graphics, a lot of people begin with the actual design process far too early. Nonetheless, it actually is crucial to have something you can always return to while constructing your graphics. Good preparation and a detailed plan keeps your head clear and allows you to effectively keep track of your […]
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SLR Magic Announces 8mm F4 Micro 4/3 Lens For Aerials
SLR Magic announced an ultra wide 8mm F4 Micro 4/3 lens designed for gimbals, 360VR, and Drones cameras. For Micro 4/3 cameras, like the Panasonic GH5, the SLR Magic 8mm F4 field of view should correspond to a 16mm lens on 35mm formats. Like all of SLR Magic lenses, the new 8mm F4 is all […]
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