Lens coverage, sensor size, and pushing the limits
Sensors and lenses don’t always get along. In the HDR and UHD world, it’s important to test, test, test....
olloclip: new lenses for smartphone videographers now start at $19.99
Enthusiast smartphone videographers and photographers have now more choices in terms of lenses to change the field of view...
Casting the look of a camera into glass
Recently I had the pleasure of meeting with ARRI’s senior color designer, and I asked him the question I...
Large sensor lens coverage: taking old glass to the “breaking” point
Old glass and large sensors need a lot of testing. The results may surprise you. In this article I...
Speed lighting: more lessons from the ARRI Academy
The ARRI Academy isn’t only about learning how cameras work. We also teach how to use them. I’ve never...
Tony Dae clarifies Blackmagic “Pocket” 4K camera crop
Many video producers are strongly considering the new Blackmagic “Pocket” Cinema 4K camcorder, which I have covered in past...
Free Events in May
May is a good month if you’re looking for an excuse to examine gear up close and personal, get...
PNW Lens Summit, May 5th, Portland OR USA
Quick note: if you’re coming to Portland OR for the PNW Lens Summit, you can get 20% off lodging at...
Quick Look: Metabones CINE mount adapters
One of the pleasures of mirrorless, short-flange-depth cameras is the freedom to use a wide variety of lenses via...
Current thoughts on current lenses
Near perfect lenses are easy to find these days. The problem is… I don’t want them. I want lenses...