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In this video, John McQuiston, of KelbyOne, introduces us to three RC quadcopters that are sure to be top hits this holiday season. The first is the AR.Drone2.0 from Parrot, a smartphone-operated mini quad that demonstrates remarkable agility, able to perform flips at the press of a button. The next is the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, which features an integrated 1080p video/14MP
by David Flores · Posted
The widespread adoption of 4K video isn't a question of if but, rather, a mash-up of when and how. There are a handful of ways that we already consume the format. When you visit a modern movie theater, the odds are high that you’ll be screening a 4K digital video projection. Netflix, YouTube, and Vimeo are all experimenting with 4K streaming options—but most of us don't have the right kind of hardware to appreciate them. Premium 4K or Ultra
by Michael Christensen · Posted
Large image sensors are among the most in-demand components of video cameras, and it's easy to see why. Relatively recent advances in image-sensor technology have allowed even advanced hobbyists to produce world-class footage. However, this is only half of the story. The recent popularity of interchangeable-lens camera systems is perhaps the single greatest factor driving our emerging creative freedoms.
"... with lens adapters, your creative options are practically limitless."
When it comes to choosing camera gear, lenses are one of your
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Mirrorless cameras are currently seeing a huge surge in popularity among videographers for shooting video. Whether this trend is spurred by the design aspects of the cameras or by manufacturers advancing their capabilities, the end result is that mirrorless cameras can now deliver up to 4K video in a small, lightweight form factor that most DSLRs cannot match.
Evolving from their humble origins as consumer-oriented, point-and-shoot cameras,
by Mike Wilkinson · Posted
Heading out on the road or flying across the country for a video project isn’t exactly a paid vacation (as much as I’d like it to be!). It usually means I need to streamline my kit in order fit it all into baggage, and I always cross my fingers and hope that I packed everything necessary. One of the heavier collections of items, and often bulky, tends to be the extra batteries and specialty chargers I’ve included for devices like GoPros, smartphones, monitors, external recorders and, of course, my cameras. I recently heard about the Power
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With the release of the GoPro HERO4 Black, the company offers much anticipated 4K recording at a frame rate that is usable for video—not just still photo extraction—30 and 24 fps. The new Silver
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Whether you just started out in video production, or if you've been shooting for a while, this article will introduce you to some useful accessories that might come in handy one day, or possibly become something you use on every shoot.
First up is the budget-friendly Zeiss Jumbo Microfiber Cloth. The key word here is "jumbo." It's far larger than many of the cloths out there, which makes it suitable not only for cleaning the delicate
by Morgan McClure · Posted
In 2006, Google purchased YouTube for 1.65 billion dollars. Today, more than 1 billion unique users visit YouTube each month. The popularity of streaming video ranks the medium among the most dominant media outlets in the world. Of course, YouTube is just one provider, but was among the first to inspire content creators and audiences alike by empowering anyone—with a few simple tools—to upload and broadcast their videos to the world.
"Studio HD31 allows users to utilize up to five camera sources and stream live to in-venue screens or to the
by Justin Dise · Posted
On the surface, Convergent Design’s Odyssey7 is a high-quality, 7.7" 1280 x 800 OLED monitor with a touchscreen interface that delivers true blacks, accurate colors, and comes packed with a full set of professional monitoring features, including waveform, histogram, false color, and focus assist, just to name a few. It also has built-in Rec.709 display LUTs for popular ARRI, Canon, and Sony log
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
I recently had the opportunity to test the Beachtek DXA-POCKET audio adapter and the Beachtek BRM-1 Baseplate, and I found a lot to like. The DXA-POCKET gives you manual level control with visual level indicators over two mono or one stereo 1/8" inputs. Although I was surprised that it
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In the following video, Mia McCormick, from KelbyOne, discusses how to bring consistent color to your photos and video using the portable Datcolor SpyderCHECKR 24 color calibration system. The video highlights using the 24 spectrally designed pigment patches on the SpyderCHECKR color card to match color between shots, scenes, and cameras, as well as using the gray scale on the reverse side to adjust white balance and exposure.
by Morgan McClure · Posted
It seems like there is a new 4K video camera announced every week, and as more and more productions move to 4K capture, manufacturers are aggressively developing peripheral devices to accommodate the new standards and the demand for higher bandwidth. Enter 6G-SDI, a new serial digital interface standard designed to enable the transmission of a 4K video signal. Although, if you are familiar with SDI, you may already know that
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In this video, Mia McCormick reviews one of the latest accessories many GoPro owners may be thinking about: the GoWorx Original Handle and Original Handle Pro. Featuring a weighted, scorpion-tail design, this mount is optimized for capturing low-angle, handheld shots—in particular, snowboard and skateboard videos. The video looks at both versions, the aluminum Pro version with upgraded handgrip, as
by Justin Dise · Posted
Fresh from his well-received 10-week “Directing Motion Tour,” Vincent Laforet turns his attentions to this year’s PhotoPlus Expo, where he will take part in the brand-new Filmmaking Track. Amid his busy schedule, Laforet was able to find the time to sit down with us to talk about his recent tour, what we can expect from the Filmmaking Track at PhotoPlus, and general thoughts on making the transition from photography to filmmaking.
What are some of the lasting impressions you took away from your Directing Motion Tour?
The tour wrapped
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Philip Bloom stopped by B&H to do a two day workshop sponsored by Sony on October 5th and 6th. Twenty-five hand picked students were all provided Sony a7S mirrorless cameras to use around New York City.