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So, you're a filmmaker looking for an on-camera external monitor. Sidney simplifies the shopping process by comparing the specs for each of these monitors and sharing which works for each budget type, from beginners to indie filmmakers.
0:00 - Intro
0:37 - Budget Monitor
1:46 - Mid-Range Monitors
4:47 - High-End Monitors
7:01 - Which Is the Right Choice?
by Zack Young · Posted
The holidays are the perfect time to treat yourself or the filmmaker in your life to a thoughtful gift that can actually help with new creative projects. We’re not talking novelty shirts or snow globes, but rather lights, lenses, batteries, and more—the utility players in any videomaking arsenal. Plus we’re focusing on kits, so you can get the most bang for your buck and have a few different toys at your disposal.
For the Indie Filmmaker
amaran Ace 25c RGB LED Light Panel All-in-One Creator Kit
by Zack Young · Posted
Every filmmaker in your life probably has a few basic wants—a million dollars to spend on their next project, a genius script idea that will send studio executives into a frenzy, and a special potion that will do away with the need for food, water, and sleep for as long as it takes to finish up an edit. If you can’t provide any of those, you can at least give them a gift that won’t sit on the shelf gathering dust. Read on for six gift ideas that might not have the shine of a new car but could be extremely beneficial for all of your giftee’s
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Shopping for a filmmaker can be difficult. Equipment tends to be so specific and personal, that getting the right piece of gear to go with what they already have can make anyone frustrated with the holidays—but not to worry! The list below contains suggestions that will suit the needs, and even the fantasies, of pretty much anyone in the filmmaking field, no matter what their role or how long they've been working. So, if you are buying for someone else, or yourself, here are 10 last-minute gifts that would be ideal for filmmakers.
1. Slates
by Robert Sansivero · Posted
If you have ever wondered “What do I give to that student filmmaker about to embark on a career of moviemaking and content creation?” Fear not! I have compiled a list of gifts to cover the needs of your aspiring Spielberg, so you don’t have to.
There are many tools a budding cinema student may want to use. While many schools provide the big-ticket items such as cameras and lights, there are many other must-haves that often go overlooked. This list is going to focus on quantity so you can maximize your options and help expand your student’s
by Rebecca Melville · Posted
When you're a videographer on the move, portability is everything. Whether it's an outdoor action shoot, a multi-location shoot with interviews and b-roll, or a car video that requires riding around a track a few times, the key to building up your videographer kit is a combination of quality, portability, and preparedness. We are going to outline the basics for building your own on-the-go videography kit and suggest some useful products to help you get started.
Choosing a Primary Camera
Depending on your production requirements, the camera you
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
Ahh, it’s the holidays. Time for warm clothes, good food, and figuring out what to get your relative or friend who has an affinity for filmmaking. Looking at film and video equipment from the outside is confusing. It’s sometimes even confusing to those of us who make a living with film and video, so I can’t imagine what every-day folk are thinking. I’m also not saying that you shouldn’t get them the lens replica
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
Remember the Canon 5D Mark II? Feels like ages ago in the world of technology. When it was released, it boasted an at-the-time-unheard-of capability of recording full-frame Full HD video at 30 fps. Jump forward a decade and full-frame 4K video is now an expected function of DSLRs and mirrorless. Cinema cameras were fairly content with their Super 35 sensors—after all, most existing lenses were built around the format. The past couple of years have seen a substantial shift, however, as RED, ARRI, Canon, and Sony released new
by J. Carlos Perez and Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
Congrats on starting film school! Your first day of classes is around the corner and you are probably already trying to figure out what equipment you’ll need to get started. Fortunately, most programs have many important tools available for students—namely big stuff such as camcorders and lights. Still, there are accessories, expendables, and other pieces of gear that you’ll want to have on hand or own yourself. So what exactly do you need to be prepared for film school? Luckily, not all that much.
What camera do I need?
To get started, you
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
For capturing and recording adventures, few brands can top a GoPro. Whether you’re on land, in the air, or under the sea, GoPro has you covered. But no matter which GoPro you choose, you’re probably going to need a couple of accessories to get the most out of your camera. To help determine which add-ons are right for you, we’ve put together this
by Mary Latvis · Posted
Get the aspiring filmmaker in your life one of these 10 gifts and we guarantee you’ll be rewarded with at least a cameo in their first feature, if not a speaking role. Well, perhaps you’ll get your 15 minutes of fame, but they’ll definitely appreciate any of the cinema-style gifts listed below.
1. DSLR/Mirrorless Camera Cage
You can’t capture clean video moves if you’re fumbling your camera. Consider a
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Unsure of what to do? Suffering from restless, sleepless nights as you wonder what to get your filmmaker friend, niece/nephew, or significant other? Maybe you got some new video gear and it just won’t fit into your current gear bags? Or even better, you’ve had a very successful year and, as December 31 approaches, you realize you need some extra tax deductions. Well, whatever your reason, it’s time for a new bag, or two. But what kind of bag are you looking for? Fashionable, utilitarian, soft, or rigid? DSLR/mirrorless, camcorder, or lighting
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
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 handle heavier camera and lens packages, providing you the opportunity to use the image-gathering tools of your choice. Pairing the Vantage with the
by Peter Ward_1 · Posted
The holiday season is upon us and snow is already falling in the mountains... at least the Sierras. If you're a GoPro owner, or seeking gifts for one, now is a great time to think about winterizing your camera. Scrolling through the hundreds of GoPro and third-party HERO action-camera mounts and accessories inspired me to put together an article covering some of the less obvious—but equally useful—options that are out there that will makes sense
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
If you have a young filmmaker in your life and you are looking for some way to connect with them, then this is the article for you. From big to small, inexpensive to “it’s more than I paid for my first new car!” this article will briefly touch upon practical and fun gear for young filmmakers, beginning and experienced.
While you may be concerned that gear-buying is a very personal decision (and that is a valid concern), if the young filmmaker is starting from scratch, no worries—and if they already have gear, then there will be