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People have been sleeping on the RED DIGITAL CINEMA V-RAPTOR XE. It's more than just a full-frame version of the KOMODO-X. Nick shares where this cine camera sits in RED's lineup and gets hands-on in for outdoor and indoor locations.
0:00 - Sizzle Reel
0:30 - Intro
1:53 - V-Raptor XE Specs
4:08 - Autofocus
5:03 - Dynamic Range & Low Light Performance
6:16 - Concurrent Pro-Res Proxy Recording
6:58 - Ergonomics
7:48 - File Sizes
9:10 - 2.2.1beta Firmware Updates
9:38 - Upgrade Program
10:04 - Takeaways
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by Zack Young · Posted
On-camera monitors continue to grow in popularity with filmmakers and photographers wanting a bigger, better view of their image than a flip-out LCD can provide. The Desview R5II 5.5" touchscreen monitor is, on paper, a great offering: lightweight, affordable, versatile, and bright. It even comes with useful accessories like a swivel-and-tilt shoe mount, a sunshade, a USB drive for loading LUTs, and a couple variations of HDMI
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Sony's new PXW-Z300 3-CMOS XDCAM Camcorder is perfect for camera operators looking to capture high-quality video in the field, or someone looking to add a camcorder to their existing Sony ecosystem. Join Sidney to learn this camcorder's specs and see the test footage he shot!
0:00 - Sample Footage
0:39 - Digital Signatures
1:13 - Sensor & Video
1:32 - Lens
1:42 - AI-Powered AF
2:05 - LCD Monitor
2:27 - Power
2:37 - V & Cold Shoe Mount
2:59 - Buttons & Ports
3:33 - S-Cine Tone Gamma Curve
4:14 - Who Is This Camcorder For?
by Zack Young · Posted
While the internals of a smartphone continually become more filmmaking friendly, the externals and ergonomics still hew toward strict minimalism and compactness. Because of that, most creatives find there are at least a few additional accessories they need to add to their phone for it to be capable of robust video streaming or capture. SmallRig is attempting to kit all of the necessary components together and make them as universal as possible with the new
by Zack Young · Posted
Matte boxes have become an increasingly common part of camera setups even for smaller crews, but there still exists a large gap between classic high-end offerings and newer budget-friendly variations. Kondor Blue is attempting to bridge the gap with their well-built but still affordably priced 4x5 Matte Box System. The Base Kit comes with the front unit hood, top flag, and 95mm clamp-on lens adapter, while the
by Zack Young · Posted
There are countless brands putting out budget-friendly cinema lenses at the moment, but DZOFilm has separated itself from the pack with quality and consistency. Now the brand is making its biggest play yet at the professional space with the DZOFilm Arles series, T1.4 cinema lenses that cover full-frame and Vista Vision sensors. The look of the Arles attempts to bridge the gap between
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SmallRig collaborated with Gene Nagata (a.k.a. Potato Jet) to create his ideal tripod, and it just might be yours too! Join Nick for a quick look at this versatile, easy-to-use video tripod.
0:00 Intro
0:25 X-Clutch Legs
1:08 Height, Weight, & Load Capacity
1:33 Pan & Tilt Dampening
1:43 Tripod Head
2:03 Final Thoughts
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The Accsoon CineView HE and CineView Quad are perfect for livestreaming and on-set monitoring, because they allow you to send a 1080p60 camera signal to the included receiver, as well as to three mobile devices. These versatile wireless video transmission systems provide a cost-effective way of allowing four people on set to monitor an HDMI camera signal. You can transmit to any mix
by Jabari Holder · Posted
Anyone who has shopped for a home knows that it is difficult to evaluate a property from an online profile. Not all real estate agents have access to high-end photographers, and most importantly, it is difficult to determine the size of a space from a photo. Matterport revolutionized the industry with its turnkey solutions, empowering real estate professionals, business owners, and hospitality managers to create a “digital twin” of their property, inviting potential residents or customers to tour the digital twin on popular web platforms. In
by Jabari Holder · Posted
The original WEEBILL LAB featured some of my favorite innovations in the world of gimbals. When the industry focused on providing the most compact gimbal, or the smoothest stabilization, Zhiyun-Tech offered an option focused on being the most intuitive to set up and comfortable to operate. The WEEBILL-2 has doubled down on the innovations that made the WEEBILL LAB and
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Doug Guerra takes the LiveU Solo Live Stream Encoder on a real-world test. This video encoder is a professional, reliable tool for any live event, because its size and simplicity make it a powerful streaming device.
Would you add this to your live streaming setup? Tell us in the Comments section, below.
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
I had the opportunity to work with the Anton/Bauer Titon Base Battery Kit for the Blackmagic Pocket 4K and 6K cameras and jumped at the chance. The Titon Base battery has a QR (Quick Release) plate that allows you to mount your camera on it for a tight shooting package with extended run time. I’m accustomed to using external batteries, since I started with Aaton and ARRI SR film cameras, as well as ENG cameras and
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
Without question, the Sony a7S III is a mirrorless camera meant for video. Impressive specs and image quality are wonderful, but it has the same problems for video as every other mirrorless camera: its form factor is better suited to stills. One solution is to get a cage, such as this Master Kit from SmallRig that I was able to take for a spin.
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Whether you’re a full-time filmmaker or YouTuber, the Hollyland Mars 400S Wireless Video Transmission System is a welcome addition during a video production. This portable transmitter/receiver allows flexibility on set, because it is able to transmit to up to four mobile devices over built-in Wi-Fi. Features include: bright, easy-to-read OLED screen, 1080p 60 fps video transmission over HDMI and SDI, access to HollyView
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
One of the most significant filmmaking innovations of the past decade has been the explosion of affordable drones with high-quality cameras. This has made it possible for nearly anyone to capture stunning aerial photos and video. The explosion in drones has been seen nearly everywhere, with YouTube videos sporting awesome shots from the sky and your everyday television and journalism now benefitting from a bird’s-eye view. Here are seven that we