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by Frank Abbate · Posted
So, you’ve decided to maximize your screen size and bring the cinema home. Big TVs are nice, especially for everyday viewing with lights on, but when you want a truly immersive experience, nothing beats a giant screen in a dark room.
Choosing a home theater projector can be daunting, to say the least. There are so many different types, models, and prices ranging from a few hundred to tens of thousands of dollars. To help you in your search, we are here to talk about some of my favorite home cinema projectors currently available. I’m not here
by Zack Young · Posted
The more complex your lighting setups become, the more important it is to have a powerful key light that can easily be adjusted. The Nanlux Evoke 900C RGBLAC LED spotlight, available in a Trolley Case or a Flight Case, definitely fits the bill. This 940W fixture is punchy but precise, dimmable in 0.1% increments, and covering a mind-boggling 1800 to 20,000K CCT range. With a CRI/TLCI of 96 and an IP55 rating
by Zack Young · Posted
Profoto continues to bring cinema lighting techniques to the professional photo world, unveiling the Spot Small spotlight attachment for flash heads. The Spot Small works with flat and protruded flash heads, shaping them into crisp, clean light beams using a 115mm lens. The brand also announced a D30 Duo Kit,
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No, Reilly isn’t in a professional grip truck; she’s at the NAB Show 2025 to discuss Impact’s new KeyGrip lineup of stands, which are exclusive to B&H!
by Zack Young · Posted
LED lights continue to pack more power into smaller packages, and Godox's new KNOWLED MG6K Bi-Color LED Monolight is a great example of this. It's an extremely punchy 5000W fixture that can illuminate large studios and locations. The light has a comparable output to a traditional 6000W HMI fixture, with 42,600 lux at 16' with the included reflector, but is also capable of a wider CCT range (up to 10,000K) and has an adjustable
by John Foldi · Posted
No matter what your budget is, Sony’s bringing the cinema home to your living room with three new series of BRAVIA TVs. From budget-friendly to flagship, the BRAVIA 2 II,
by Gabby Bloch · Posted
If you’re looking for a simple turntable setup, going with powered bookshelf speakers is often the most straightforward choice. Powered speakers already have amplifiers built in, so they’re ready to be hooked up directly to your turntable without any external amplification. Additionally, a few of the models on this list also feature phono preamps, which are preamps specifically designed for turntables. We should note that most modern turntables already have switchable phono preamps built in, so you won’t necessarily need speakers with
by Danielle Marsella · Posted
For striking lighting results in a handheld design, the Ice Light 3 from Westcott provides professional photographers and videographers unlimited creative possibilities with a powerful LED light. Despite its compact and lightweight design, the Ice Light 3 delivers enhanced performance and high-quality lighting. Offered in both a RGBWW and bi-color option with a choice of a
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Join photographer Glyn Dewis as he shares his tips on transitioning from traditional flash to constant lighting in portraiture. Glyn explains how constant lighting has become the cornerstone of his portrait work, injecting a newfound level of creativity and enthusiasm into his photography.
0:00 - Intro
3:22 - Portraits before using constant light
8:01 - Portrait using constant light
10:47 - What you see is what you get—using constant light
15:05 - What is a successful portrait?
21:56 - Connection
24:50 - Slow down and talk with the person
by Danielle Marsella · Posted
Wedding season is upon us, bringing clear skies and warm weather—the perfect backdrop for capturing stunning couple portraits and candid moments at ceremonies and receptions. For photographers tasked with capturing a once-in-a-lifetime event, high-quality lighting gear is a must. Learn more about versatile light and modifier options to elevate your couple’s special day.
Capture with an On-Camera Flash
A compact and often powerful tool, on-camera flashes offer wedding photographers versatility while documenting weddings spanning across multiple
by Cory Rice · Posted
Whether you are shooting a fashion editorial, a wedding reception, or anything in between, on- and off-camera lighting can make a huge difference outdoors. Natural light is wonderful, but there are scenarios in which you simply cannot run the risk of an unexpected cloud or rapidly setting sun ruining your shot. This article introduces the gear and accessories necessary to be prepared outdoors always, no matter what
by Danielle Marsella · Posted
Powerful, compact, and IP54-rated, the KNOWLED M600Bi Pro Bi-Color LED Monolight from Godox produces natural-looking lighting with advanced control methods to deliver uninterrupted power and bright light that powers up with one click. The M600Bi Pro's light head and control box are both IP54-rated for dust and water splash protection to ensure consistent lighting on outdoor sets. Ideal for photographers and videographers in need
by Zack Young · Posted
What makes a great video light? To start, good output is a must, as are wireless control options, versatile color features, and high accuracy ratings. The Nanlite FC500C RGB LED Spotlight easily checks those boxes with its 500W output, built-in Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz connectivity, RGBW color modes, and a TLCI score of 94. But what makes this light extra special is its ability to pair with Nanlite’s new
by Danielle Marsella · Posted
Featuring intuitive, travel-friendly designs, the Westcott FJ800 and FJ400 II strobes are powerful yet lightweight flashes perfect for long shoots in unpredictable places. Both strobes offer photographers fast recycling times, interchangeable long-lasting battery options, and OLED
by Danielle Marsella · Posted
Traveling with photography gear is a notoriously frustrating feat. Lugging heavy strobe heads and dragging clunky modifiers make it difficult to recreate studio quality lighting on the go, and even more challenging in unpredictable places. As the intersection of affordability and convenience continues to improve, the once-required ability to transport high-power strobes has been replaced with intuitive solutions from companies like Godox, whose portable flashes provide consistent power options.