Year in Review
We all know that a cinema rig is much more than just a camera and a lens; it's a conglomeration of various tools and gadgets designed to make using the camera and lens a lot easier. Today we’ll be looking at the unspoken heroes in the world of cinema rigs: the trusty articulating arm. They hold our monitors, lights, and microphones, give us more mounting points, and are just so darned fun to use. Not all articulating arms are made equal, though, so let's take a glance at some of the best that money can acquire.
One of the most prolific brands in 2023, Sony had an all-star year with numerous camera and lens releases, including several major releases in a variety of categories. Between the major cine announcement of the BURANO, the global shutter-enabled a9 III mirrorless camera, or the long-awaited FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS, Sony had at least one appealing announcement for nearly every photographer and filmmaker.
Cameras
Sony has championed the dedicated vlogging camera for a few years now, even introducing an entire line (
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2023 has certainly come and gone in a flash, meaning it’s time once again for us to reflect on new photo offerings in our ninth annual Cameras of the Year episode, now renamed Photo Gear of the Year. We’ll be talking with B&H Camera and Lighting Senior Sales Trainer Kevin Rickert. Featured in our discussion are 25 new releases from Canon, FUJIFILM,
Canon is a brand that has always drawn attention, interest, and intrigue with its new releases, and, in 2023, the company didn’t disappoint—especially on the lens front. With an admirable range and number of new products this past year, it seems that Canon is building up to something big and bold in the future. The cameras were mainly focused on creating a solid foundation for entry-level and mid-level shooters, and the lenses span the gamut between compact kit lenses and fully fledged professional super-telephotos. Let’s take a closer look at
Nikon has been in the groove for the past few years. Kickstarted by the Z9 a couple of years ago, and seeing several major announcements since then, the brand has really gained traction with its Z system, entering a period dedicated to rounding out the lens lineup and introducing new, more specialized camera models to the Nikon portfolio. Let’s recap the company’s major camera and lens announcements from 2023.
Cameras
Despite only having two camera releases in 2023, Nikon made the most of this pair of announcements. Both cameras are full-frame
If you thought the half-life of a modern digital camera was short, you probably don’t pay attention to the ever-changing landscape of the B&H SuperStore shelves when it comes to camera bags. You can’t swing a mirrorless camera around that section of the SuperStore without hitting a brand-new release from many top brands.
Camera bag manufacturers are constantly finding new and innovative ways to let you carry and protect
It’s no secret that video has taken over. From TikTok to Times Square, it has infiltrated every corner of our lives. Meanwhile, the line between still photography and videography grows increasingly thin. You only need to glance at Instagram or Facebook to see this new order of things play out.
It’s no surprise that in the dawn of this new amalgam era, a certain class of cameras has emerged. As the name implies, hybrid cameras are adept at capturing video and stills. These cameras can serve as an entry point into video while still being capable
A drawing tablet translates the strokes from a pen or stylus to your computer. Illustrators or animators often use this type of device when they require the precision of a stylus input. A stylus can even be useful for a variety of other creative work, such as when photographers want to retouch their images. Although a mouse is fine for everyday tasks like surfing the Web or scrolling, a drawing tablet grants a much higher degree of precision while also feeling more comfortable and natural for the user. Anyone who has ever struggled to recreate
MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a programming language that connects a wide variety of electronic musical instruments, computers, and related devices for playing, editing, and recording music. When we record with MIDI, we capture the performance of how an instrument was played, not the audio waveforms produced by the instrument. This has many benefits because we can add notes, edit velocities, correct the performance, or change the sound of the instrument altogether.
Now is a great time to spice up your home studio with some delectable new gear. And what could make a bigger difference than a brand-new microphone? A good microphone can make or break a production, so it’s always vital to have a quality mic in your toolbox for addressing whatever recording scenario you might encounter. That’s why we’ve saved you some time and assembled a list of the best recording microphones on the market. So, without further ado, let’s dive in!
Microphone Introduction
Before we begin listing examples, let’s briefly go over
Most of our articles on cameras concern their performance, their features, what’s new, what they’re good for, and where they fit in a brand’s lineup, but it’s worth also considering a camera’s design and aesthetics. While it’s the definition of superficial judgement, thinking about how good a camera looks—how stylish it is—can affect your desire to use the camera. You might be more likely to reach for the camera that looks good, feels good, and is a joy to use and carry rather than a camera that outperforms on paper but isn’t enjoyable to work