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by Rich R · Posted
Feature-loaded doesn’t begin to describe LG’s impressive 65" G6P-series UHD TV. For starters, this TV has native UHD 4K resolution, allowing you to enjoy your favorite box-office blockbusters in vivid detail. It will also maximize your movies’ color quality with HDR, which reduces color banding, thanks to a widened color gamut
by Rich R · Posted
Samsung takes center stage once again with its newest line of 4K UHD Smart TVs! There are curved and flat models available, and there are enough of them that there’s something for everyone. They feature built-in Wi-Fi connectivity with full web browsers and access to the Samsung Smart Hub and apps. The KU6300-Series is flat and features MotionRate 120 technology for digital reduction of the blur associated with fast-moving objects. This
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A properly lit green screen is essential to creating effective and realistic composites, but it can often be difficult to pull off. In the following video, Doug Guerra, from B&H, gives a quick breakdown of what it takes to get it right, including lighting your green screen evenly, keeping distance from your subject and the screen, and being aware of the final scene when lighting your subject. Armed with this knowledge, your green screen composites
by Rich R · Posted
Available at B&H, ViewSonic has released its new lineup of LightStream projectors. They all feature a six-segment color wheel for enhanced color accuracy, and at more than 3000 lumens each, they can produce bright images to overcome a variety of lighting conditions. Their 22,000:1 contrast ratio will provide the dark shadows and bright whites required to see clear detail, whether you’re watching your favorite character traverse a
by Allan Weitz · Posted
The “Green Movement” has influenced manufacturers in the photographic community for quite some time. Lead and arsenic, a pair of heavy metals that contribute to the “character” and performance of optical glass, have been collectively called industrial poisons for decades. Beginning in the late 1990s, lead and arsenic were slowly phased out of formulas for lens elements and replaced by environmentally friendlier formulas that maintain the “look and feel” of the formulas they replaced.
The Green Movement has also had an impact on many of the
by Jill Waterman · Posted
Fashion photographer Lindsay Adler has just released the ultimate creative studio lighting guide in an e-book format, which also features a free 28-page downloadable preview.
Photographs © Lindsay Adler, from her book, Creative Studio Lighting: A Professional Guide to 30 Studio Setups for Creative Photography
Lindsay Adler’s new e-book features 135 pages of instruction, including a free download of
by Rich R · Posted
Enjoy all your favorite vinyl records with the Audio-Technica AT-LP60 Belt-Drive Turntable. There are three versions available, which all feature 33-1/3 and 45 rpm speeds and a fully automatic design for easy setup and operation. The platter starts rotating when the tone arm is lifted, and stops when it’s placed back on its mount. The basic version, which is available in
by Rich R · Posted
Samsung’s new line of 4K SUHD Smart TVs has arrived at B&H! They feature built-in Wi-Fi with a full web browser for Internet surfing, plus access to the Samsung Smart Hub and apps. Additionally, HDR 1000 provides a wider color gamut with a brighter image. The KS-Series comes in multiple sizes ranging from 49 to 78", and with curved and flat design options, there’s something for everyone.
The KS9000-Series comes in
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
Start your LED lighting adventures right with a complete AL-576 Kit from Bescor, which features two daylight-balanced panels along with a variety of accessories. These fixtures use 576 LEDs to achieve a light output of 745 lux at 6.5', similar to that of a classic 500W halogen bulb but with just a fraction of the power draw. With a CRI of 90, users will be
by Max Waldroop · Posted
Some of the most important improvements you can make to your television and home theater setup are in the field of audio and mounting, ditching the small, tinny cones built into most flat-panel displays in favor of high-quality stereo or surround speakers and wall-mounting your TV for a streamlined look. This is easier than ever, thanks to brand new audio and mounting gear from
by Yael Kasnett · Posted
Add bright colors and ambiance to your home with the Hue Bulbs from Philips. These single bulbs can be used in standard light fixtures and support up to 16 million colors, including natural white light, cool energizing daylight, or relaxing warm white light. Furthermore, both the colored and white light can be dimmed for a wide variety of shades and hues, creating mood lighting. These light
by Patrick Chiang · Posted
Bring your keynotes and presentations to life with the Xcellon Wireless Presenter with Laser Pointer and Mouse Control. This wireless handheld controller is equipped with a laser pointer and features multiple functions that imitate mouse and keyboard commands, simplifying presentations and eliminating distractions.
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Effective lighting doesn’t have to be complex; it just has to serve the story. In the following video, Chase Kubasiak, from Zacuto, shows four simple cinematic lighting looks and how they were created. The video covers popular sci-fi, noir, romance, and horror looks, with Kubasiak providing a detailed breakdown of the techniques and equipment used for each. Throughout the process, you’ll learn some simple, yet effective, solutions that can be applied to a variety of lighting scenarios. We hope you enjoy the video, and invite you to view the
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
Up your lighting game with the speedy Angler Q400 Monolight, which boasts a 400Ws output along with a blazing recycle time of just 0.4 seconds at full power. Flash duration is measured from 1/5000 to 1/8000-second to ensure crisp images—and for those needing a rapid fire light, the Q400 can reach up to 10 frames per second. This makes it great for action, fashion, event, and
by Daniel Wagner_1 · Posted
Photographers who’ve dreamt of a light source that could be bent into a large variety of shapes will pinch themselves to make sure they’re awake when they see the Westcott Flex LED Mat System. Westcott LED Mats consist of flat panels with rows of controllable LED lights. Panels come in a variety of sizes and are 0.25" thick, dimmable and, most of all—bendable. The mat