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In the following video, Larry Becker discusses the CamRanger Wi-Fi Remote Control for Canon and Nikon DSLRs. Becker demonstrates the simplicity of setting up the remote and establishing a connection between your camera and your iOS or Android smart device or computer. With the free app installed, you’ll have remote access to live view and camera settings such as aperture, shutter speed, and ISO, as well as touch focus and manual
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 Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
When photographers begin to explore the world of photography, many often crave lenses with longer focal lengths to reach further from where they are standing into the world of telephoto. Others start to see the world in smaller and smaller ways and purchase specially built macro lenses, close-up filters, and extension tubes.
The lens is amazing in its ability to open new worlds to our own eyes. Many of us have been awed by the photos from ground and space-based telescopes, looking deep into the night sky at the wonders of the universe. Others
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
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
Positioned to be flagship models, the Manfrotto Spectra 1x1 LED light panels offer solid core specs and a variety of convenience features aimed at providing professional light quality for photographers and videographers, in or out of the studio.
Available in three versions, the 1x1
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In the following video, Larry Becker presents an overview of the Samsung WB2200F Smart Digital Camera and covers its imaging features, unique design, and handling capabilities. The video begins with an introduction to the distinct shape of the camera, reminiscent of a professional DSLR, and also talks about the control scheme, rear 3.0" LCD, and the electronic viewfinder. From here, Becker talks about the expansive 60x zoom
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On Tuesday May 27th, B&H hosted a live video presentation that brought together filmmakers David Flores and Eduardo Angel, as well as Matt Frazer, the National Product Trainer for Panasonic's Lumix line, to discuss the virtues of shooting both video and still photos with the Panasonic GH4 digital camera. In case you missed the event, and you don't currently have enough time to watch the entire hour-and-a-half-long
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Join B&H Photo’s Allen Weitz for a quick review of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC RX 100 III digital camera. Weitz points out many of the new camera’s technological and design improvements, including its amazing ability to capture in low-light scenarios with improved noise reduction and sharper detail than its predecessor. The camera’s Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm (35mm equivalent) f/1.8–2.8 lens allows greater depth-of-field
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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
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In the following video, Larry Becker, of Kelby Media, explores the Sony Alpha A5000 digital camera, and gives us an overview of how the camera handles, as well as its notable features, including the 20.1MP sensor, BIONZ X processor, and the 180° tilting LCD screen. Also discussed are additional specifications, such as the 1920 x 1080 video-recording resolution, Wi-Fi and NFC connectivity, and the 25-point contrast-detect autofocusing method, as well as the kit lens and the
by Bryan Formhals · Posted
When I moved from Minnesota to Los Angeles in 2004, I brought along three Kodak disposable cameras. They were the first cameras that I had ever owned, and I didn’t end up using them on my trip. Not even when I drove through Utah, which might be one of the most photogenic landscapes on Earth. At that point in my life, making photographs wasn’t really a concern.
As I settled into life in LA, I finally decided to break down and buy a cell phone. I bought a Sprint PCS flip phone that happened to have a camera in it. I was excited. It
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In the following video, Rob Rives, from B&H, demonstrates Sony’s new line of UWP-D digital wireless systems. Rives explores the UWP-D11 bodypack lavalier system, the UWP-D12 handheld transmitter systems, and the UWP-D16 bodypack lavalier, handheld, and plug-on transmitter systems. Rives highlights the key features of the systems, including the multiple battery and charging options, digital companding circuitry for improved transient response, pilot tone squelch
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In the following video, Larry Becker presents an overview of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 mirrorless digital camera and covers its breadth of features, functionality, and image quality. The video begins with an introduction to the firmware updates that have been made available since this camera's original release a couple of years ago, and states that past reviews are no longer quite as accurate, due to the continuous updates Fujifilm has made