Steven Gladstone

Steven Gladstone is a New York-based filmmaker who has worked in the industry for more than 20 years as an animation/motion control cameraman, gaffer, camera assistant, D.P., and director. He spent a year and a half videotaping Holocaust survivors for the Survivors of the Shoah project and has a Master of Communication Arts degree. When he isn't working at B&H, he pursues personal filmmaking projects and spends time with his children. His personal website is www.gladstonefilms.com.

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8 years ago
The days of needing specialized, persnickety tools and weeks of training to “fly a camera” are, for the most part, over, especially when dealing with smaller cameras. It’s the details that make the difference, and it’s in the details where the Zhiyun Crane 2 shines. Robust and…
8 years ago
Motorized Pan and Tilt heads have been around a long time—complicated beasts with cable pass-throughs often requiring special operators and control systems. Yes, there are PTZ cameras that have these features built in, but what if you need different features than what are built into a PTZ camera? Sorry, out of luck. But Vinten has created the Vantage, a motorized pan/tilt head with the ability to…
8 years ago
What is IPP2? you may be wondering. IPP2 is the acronym for Image Processing Pipeline 2 and, with IPP2, RED claims that it has separated the technical adjustments from the creative adjustments. What’s the big deal, you say? How good could it be? Imagine all the candy, from all the candy stores, in all the world—at your fingertips. It isn’t quite as good as that, but it is close. IPP2 is a new…
8 years ago
DMX stands for Digital Multi-PleXing, and it refers to the DMX512 spec, which means 512 channels in a universe. There isn’t a lower number of channels in a universe, as far as I know, so you can use the terms DMX and DMX512 interchangeably. If you are a stickler, there is a more recent spec (circa 1998) known as DMX512A, which is backward compatible with DMX512, but unless you are building the…
8 years ago
The Sony FS5 Mark II has proven to be a more than capable successor to the original FS5, with features that make it a production powerhouse. With Super 35 CMOS sensor and E mount, this camera can…
8 years ago
The video group at B&H Photo is happy to announce SLR Magic's new Anamorphot adapter, the Anamorphot 1.33x-65. This adapter features a 1.33x anamorphic squeeze and can be used on lenses with a front element size of up to 65mm, greatly expanding the number of lenses you…
8 years ago
Here at B&H Photo, we are happy to announce DJI’s newest drones. The Phantom 4 Pro Version 2, and the Phantom 4 Pro + Version 2. As with the first versions of the 4 Pro…
8 years ago
With protection from water, dust, drops, and freezing, JVC’s quad-proof lineup has been a popular choice for many, and now that lineup has expanded with one 4K and two HD Quad Proof Cameras. The GZ-RY980,…
8 years ago
Just in time for NAB, we here at B&H are dizzy with delight to share with you the Wooden Camera Zip Focus follow focus system. Designed to clamp onto a single support rod, the Zip Focus is available in two versions, one for…
8 years ago
The team from B&H Photo is at NAB 2018, keeping you up to date on the exciting releases we find. JVC has grabbed our attention by announcing several cameras and production gear to fit you needs. Here in the town in the desert are the new cameras, the GY-HM180,…
8 years ago
Here at B&H Photo, we are pleased to share news of SmallHD's new 5" OLED FOCUS On-Camera monitor and the SDI version of the IPS LCD 5" FOCUS…
8 years ago
We here at B&H Photo are happy to announce the SYRP Genie II Motion Control System. Smaller and more versatile than the original system, the Genie II consists of two modules that mount on your slider, providing smooth and repeatable motorized pan/tilt and tracking movements. Available as two separate modules; the…
8 years ago
Ikan twists teleprompting on its head with Three Elite Tablet & iPad Light Stand Teleprompters. Taking advantage of the advances in mobile device technology, these three prompters cut away the unnecessary weight and gear, focusing on a tablet-based monitor for mirrorless or DSLR camera systems. The system is available in three configurations:…
8 years ago
Just in time for NAB, we here at B&H Photo are happy to announce the Syrp Magic Carpet Pro, slider kits, and components, supporting up to 70 pounds of camera and accessories over a single length of track, and up to 50 pounds when using track extensions. The Magic Carpet Pro is a smooth-riding slider, ready to handle cameras ranging from mirrorless and DSLR, all the way up to full size Digital…
8 years ago
Blackmagic Design continues to push the envelope when it comes to its presence in the broadcast video world. Featuring an integrated B4 mount, the URSA Broadcast Camera is a field-ready 4K ENG camera that easily converts to a full-featured studio camera. The B4…