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by Steven Gladstone · Posted
This article is an introduction to virtual production using photogrammetry and other reality-capture technologies. In this article I will discuss what photogrammetry is, and how advances in lidar scanning allow you to use it in pre-viz as well as production.
What Is Photogrammetry?
Simply put photogrammetry is the process of creating a 3D image, or gleaning 3D information about a location from 2D images. Essentially you use a series of 2D images to create a 3D “map” of a surface, area, or room.
Why Use Photogrammetry?
Photogrammetry enables
by Jennifer Hahn · Posted
Keep your lighting nimble in any shooting environment with the new Omnibar LED linear light fixtures just announced by ARRI. These narrow LED lights come in 2’ and 4’ lengths and in black and classic ARRI blue/silver housings, and they are packed with features, including daisy-chaining, IP65 weatherproof, wireless remote control options, magnetic optics, and a built-in battery. The lights come in multiple packages to fit your workflow.
by Zack Young · Posted
In an increasingly digital world, it’s often no longer feasible for an entire technical team to be on site for a production. But as more infrastructure moves to the cloud, physical camera hardware still often stands in the way by requiring in-person setup and fine tuning. That’s where PTZ cameras come in. With their ability to be remotely panned, tilted, and zoomed, they open up a world of possibilities for remote production. So what are the best ways to utilize them? Let’s dive in!
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Lenovo is happy to announce its latest flagship laptop for creatives, the Pro 9i. Featuring a slick, modern design, powerful components, and a color-accurate display, the Pro 9i gives designers a strong foundation whether you are just launching your creative career or a seasoned artist. Lenovo also offers additional laptops for an even wider audience of creatives, business professionals, and more.
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Mothers are the lifeblood of the world. They were there when you scraped your knees the first time, raised you, introduced you to the daytime television you watched when you were sick from school. That is enough to ensure that you give her the best tech-related Mother’s Day gift you could possibly give her. And if you’re looking for that special gift for your wife that isn’t just breakfast in bed and a card, we have some suggestions.
The Casual Mom
For the moms who are casual users but in need a slight upgrade, I must suggest the
by Zack Young · Posted
ARRI is raising the bar for lens control with the new cforce MAX lens motor. Expect speeds of up to 400 teeth per second, plus low latency, LBUS compatibility, a touchscreen interface, and four-level adjustable torque. The cforce MAX is twice as fast and 15% lighter than cforce Plus motors, yet just as powerful. Compared to cforce Mini motors, expect twice the speed and strength with only a 15% increase in size. With its impressive balance of weight and
by Zack Young · Posted
Do you find yourself getting frustrated with the video coming out of your smartphone? Maybe it’s too dark, too shaky, or the audio sounds muffled and distant? Maybe it’s actually a loved one who’s suffering from this disappointing-phone-video syndrome, resulting in them sharing sub-par clips of youth soccer games, family reunions, and birthday parties? Either way, we have five products that might just solve the headaches and capture smartphone video that everyone will want to watch.
Step one, stop propping your phone against things! It will
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Legacy broadcasting has taken a big shift over the decades, with the shift to digital and now to streaming. Nick and Doug discuss the broadcast, film, and streaming industries, and where heading.
0:00 - Intro
0:50 - From Legacy Broadcasting to Online Content
8:42 - Democratization of Technology
14:03 - Will Smartphones Replace Cine Cameras and Camcorders?
24:32 - The Oversaturation of Content
25:32 - How Does AI Fit Into the Puzzle?
31:20 - NAB 2027
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Previously we discussed the features you should consider when shopping for an entry-level creative laptop. The idea was to help you find something that would be suitable for the kind of software you’d be using at the beginner level; in other words, crawl before you walk. But what if you are further along in your creative career and you need
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Keep your most essential data safe across multiple devices with Seagate's all-new One Touch and FireCuda X Vault hard drives intended for both professional and gaming use.
Seagate 24TB One Touch Desktop HDD
The
by Steven Esposito · Posted
LaCie is excited to announce its latest mass storage solution, the 8big Pro5 RAID array. This compact and fast storage system is designed for creatives needing some extra space, fast data transfer speeds, and enhanced reliability.
LaCie 8big Pro5 128TB 8
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Doug and Nick are back in the B&H booth's temporary podcast studio to share highlights from day 2 of the NAB Show 2026 (including a few unannounced products!). Ridiculously powerful lighting, broadcasting lenses, shoulder rigs—you won't want to miss a thing from our Las Vegas NAB 2026 roundup!
0:00 - DJI Gear
0:58 - Aputure Booth
7:49 - FUJIFILM Booth
10:20 - Canon Booth
17:49 - SmallRig Booth
25:21 - Nanlux & Nanlite Booth
29:28 - Acsoon Booth
33:30 - Viltrox Booth
36:20 - What's Next?
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Let’s cut to the chase: You’re a seasoned developer, a creator who was once an apprentice and is now the master. It’s time for your creative work to finally shine and there is no better way than with a powerful laptop. But finding the right device is more than just saying, “give me the best.” Let’s dive into what you should be aware of so you know you’re getting the best device.
A pro-grade laptop, as I call it, tends to be a no-compromise device. It is important to note that creative laptops of this level have a lot in common with high
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Doug and Nick sit down at the B&H Podcast booth to discuss the new announcements from NAB Day 1, such as RODE's RODECaster Studio, GoPro's entrance into cine cameras, DaVinci Resolve's new photo editing feature, and so much more. Whether you're interested in cine cameras, new livestreaming setup, or broadcasting, there's something for you in this video!
0:00 Tilta Booth
4:25 Blackmagic Design Booth
10:50 GoPro Booth
16:13 Atomos Booth
20:46 RØDE Booth
25:17 Adobe Booth
29:21 What's Next?
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Apple's latest M5 Max chip is simply incredible. Doug tests the export and rendering times for Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci, and HandBreak, as well as how those benchmarks compare to the M1 Max.
0:00 - Intro
0:17 - M5 Pro vs. Max
1:13 - Fusion Technology
1:28 - What's Changed?
2:43 - What We're Testing
3:02 - Adobe Premiere Pro
4:06 - DaVinci Resolve
5:01 - AI Video Upscaling
5:43 - HandBreak Encoding
6:25 - Core Utilization & Clock Speeds
7:47 - Doug's Thoughts
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