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by Justin Dise · Posted
One of the unsung heroes of the film industry is the focus puller. It doesn't matter how great the camera movement, lighting, or acting is if the image on the screen is out of focus. Traditionally, the focus puller, or 1st Assistant Camera (AC), operates on the side of the camera, using a follow focus to mark spots and "pull focus" to follow the action/subject. In many cases it isn't too difficult for the camera assistant to move along with the camera, but when the director calls for complex shots on jibs, dollies, stabilizers, or motorized
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In the following video, Mia McCormick gives an overview of the Blackmagic Design Production Camera 4K to help you determine if the camera is right for you. The video explores the camera’s Super35-sized sensor with 12 stops of dynamic range, active Canon EF mount, and recording options, including Ultra HD 3840 x 2160 recording at 24 or 30fps using Apple’s ProRes HQ format. McCormick disusses the 6g-SDI and Thunderbolt video connections, 2.5" SSD recording media, and touchscreen camera controls. She rounds out the video by mentioning some
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Once upon a time, the choices for portable video tripod legs were limited to one design: two-stage, dual-aluminum tube construction, with a ground or mid-level spreader, and that was it. Single-tube legs for still photo shoots have a few nice features, but just aren't designed to handle the situations that confront video shooters. This makes them unsuitable for most video work, and relegates them to extremely small compact camera use, or specialty shots where a bigger set of tripod legs just won't do. However, E-Image has a set of tripod legs
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In the following video, Mia McCormick introduces us to JVC's new ENG-style, shoulder-mount professional video cameras, the GY-HM850U and studio-configurable GY-HM890U. The video opens with a discussion of the multi-codec recording system of the cameras, which are supported by nearly every major editing program, and include a 50 Mbps
by Jack Wolff · Posted
As with all types of weather, it’s important to know the differences between categories of Weather Alerts. Floods have three basic classifications of potential alerts: Watches, Warnings, and Advisories.
Types of Flood Watches, Warnings, and Advisories
Flood Watch: Conditions are right for possible flooding (stay alert for announcements).
Flash Flood Watch: Conditions are right for a possible flash flood (stay alert for announcements).
Flood Warning: Flooding has started or is about to start in the immediate warning area. You may be advised
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In the following video Mia McCormick from Kelby Media introduces the Panasonic AJ-PX270. Walking us through the camera, she highlights the professional features packed into the camera, including the advanced codec support, variable frame rates, and ENG style controls. The video also goes over the camera’s Gamma control options, 12 axis matrix control, OLED Viewfinder, and the manual zoom, focus, and iris rings. We hope you enjoy the video, and invite you to view the wide selection of other instructional and informative videos at B&H .com
by Jack Wolff · Posted
As with all types of weather, It’s important to know the difference between the related types of weather alerts. When a "Tornado Watch" is in effect, the conditions are right for thunderstorms to possibly produce tornadoes in and near the watch area. When a "Tornado Warning" has been issued, a tornado has been spotted in the immediate warning area, and the danger is immediate. In this case, you should seek shelter at once.
Relevant Facts
Tornadoes are the most violent storms nature produces.
Nearly all tornadoes are the bi-product of severe
by Justin Dise · Posted
Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned veteran, finding the right switcher can be like playing the lottery. But with Datavideo, you're bound to be a winner. With a wide range of switchers that are easy to use, yet packed with professional features, Datavideo switchers make your job simpler. This is especially important when you’re making crucial on-the-fly decisions during live events.
Datavideo offers a variety of switchers to meet your video and audio mixing needs. Whether you’re working with only a few SD sources in a small
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In the following video, Mia McCormick, from Kelby Media, explores the new E-Image line of tripods distributed by ikan. Breaking down the options into fluid heads and legs, this video showcases the differences between some of the different models and combinations available. McCormick also discusses the E-Image monopod, and accessories such as the half-ball adapter that allows you to use flat base video heads
by Peter Ward_1 · Posted
By their nature, it is easy to assume the Zeiss Cinemizer OLED 3D glasses are just for personal entertainment—gaming and unobtrusively enjoying movies, or as a portable alternative to a TV or projection system. But Zeiss wants you to think of them as something much more: a distributive technology redefining the way
by Justin Dise · Posted
The popularity of on-camera LED light sources continues to rise, due in large part to their compact size, versatility, and energy efficiency. While the technology has improved drastically over the past few years, the quality of LEDs can vary greatly from manufacturers, leading to inconsistencies between identical models, as well as poor color accuracy. Lighting is the heart and soul of photography and videography; the element with arguably the most importance to technical value and artistic expression. Because of this, it is an area in which
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
So you've bought one of the Blackmagic cameras, the Cinema Camera, Production 4K, or the Pocket Cinema Camera, and you are off to shoot. Now you get to create fantastic video, but you also get to experience firsthand just how difficult it can be to handhold or accessorize one of these cameras, because in spite of their tremendous image capability, in the end they are just boxes with sensors, inputs/outputs, and recording devices, wrapped up in a very non-production-friendly box.
Not to worry. ikan has you covered with a wide range of
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Follow Mia McCormick, from Kelby Media, as she discusses the features of the Sony HDR-CX900 camcorder. McCormick discusses the important features that separate the HDR-CX900 from smaller camcorders, such as its 1" sensor size, manual focus ring, and built-in ND filters. She also shares her thoughts on the zoom lens and using the camera's clear image zoom as opposed to the optical zoom. McCormick also highlights the camera’s robust
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In this video, Mia McCormick introduces us to the new HC-W850K Twin Camera Full HD Camcorder from Panasonic. What makes it a "twin camera"? As McCormick explains, Panasonic has put a second sub camera on the end of the LCD screen. With this sub camera, you can capture two angles at once, a selfie or reaction shot, and more. While this is by far the camera's most notable feature, this isn't all the new Panasonic has to offer. Watch the video
by Christopher Witt · Posted
With an eye firmly set on a small versatility and portability, Synology has stripped the NVR down to its bare essentials and created the EDS14. The company removed most of the components associated with a standard recorder and has focused on the core of the NVR’s job: recording and storing media. This fan-less and drive-less unit has a 1.2GHz CPU with 512MB of RAM that gives it the computing and multitasking capabilities you need it to