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by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Color can be one of your greatest allies in the creative process. Even more than color itself, the assurance that your color balance looks as good as possible, is accurate from capture to export, and is consistent from screen to screen can be paramount to sharing your vision with others. To achieve this control over color, a color calibration process is a necessity.
The Two Pillars
When discussing calibration, you must consider not only the monitor on which you are viewing your footage, but the camera you used to capture that footage, as well.
by Zack Young · Posted
Sony has announced the VENICE 2 Extension System Mini, a new iteration of the popular Rialto expansion unit that allows users to disconnect the sensor block from the body of their VENICE 2 to make the camera more nimble and portable. The Extension System Mini is about 70% smaller and lighter than its predecessor, the VENICE Extension System 2, and features the full-frame 8.6K sensor that has made the VENICE 2 such a popular option for
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
In the ever-changing, innovative world of video production, making a new camcorder-purchasing decision requires up-to-date knowledge of the latest features available, along with an understanding of tried-and-true technology. Even seasoned professionals will need to take some time to research the myriad choices offered, then carefully determine which camera fits their needs. The specific requirements of wedding videography add another dimension to the process.
Reliability, exceptional video in low-light conditions, and high optical zoom range
by Zack Young · Posted
The ARRI ALEXA 35 is one of the most popular and versatile digital cinema cameras in the film and television industry. In an effort to get the camera in the hands of more filmmaking professionals, ARRI is offering a “Base” model at a more affordable price point. The ARRI ALEXA 35 Base shares the same hardware as the full feature ALEXA 35 Premium, however, recording will be limited to a range of ProRes
by Mary Latvis · Posted
Video-production monitors can offer a dazzling array of features with price tags running the gamut (no pun intended) from several hundred dollars all the way up to the price of a new car. So, while your budget will understandably be a primary consideration, what else should you look for in a monitor when setting up your editing system? Read on for some general factors to consider when choosing a video-editing monitor.
1. Screen Size
Look for a monitor large
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Mirrorless cameras are small, light, and can get into spaces traditional cinema and ENG cameras just can't. However, mirrorless cameras are not meant to work on a film set all day long—it just isn't in their ergonomics. This is especially true if you are planning on handholding a camera all day, or working with accessories such as follow focus units, zoom motors, or external monitors.
Build Your Own or Pre-Made
You can build your own support rig, if you like. Head out to your machine shop and have at it. But, most likely, you lack the milling
by Jennifer Hahn · Posted
Heading out to shoot video on the run for an e-magazine, streaming site, documentary, or narrative film, and your HD camcorder doesn’t have the professional look and utility that you need? It is probably time for a professional mobile setup with cinema-quality features. Though you may imagine a bit of sticker shock, not to worry, because digital cinema cameras are much more affordable now and most offer 4K quality video with high
by William Min · Posted
When Apple introduced M1 Pro and M1 Max chips for the MacBook Pro lineup in 2021, it easily became the best laptop for video editors. The balance of performance and efficiency made it possible for creative professionals to edit high-res videos on the go. Apple has since updated the MacBook Pro lineup for 2023, with the M2 Pro and the M2 Max chips, maintaining its title as the laptop for video editing.
B&H Recommends…
by Jennifer Hahn · Posted
Stuck in the old days of blogging with text? If you haven't been paying attention, everybody is vlogging now. Since a whole new generation is living their lives online through video streams, vlogs, TikToks, YouTubes, Twitches, and Snapchats, let's look at a few holiday gift options that can offer your favorite vlogger the best video gear.
While some kits are compact enough to take your home studio with you, some vloggers may want to keep their home kit setup and add an ultra-lightweight action kit for when they're out in the field for
by Jabari Holder · Posted
We've all seen them, but how can you create one?
As you shop for your first or next home, research a new vacation location, or (like me) cruise around Street View, you might stop and wonder: “How are these 3D tours made?” The answer is less complex than one might think, thanks to Matterport, and its line of 3D modeling solutions.
From allowing the use of smartphones and third-party VR cameras for scanning to streamlining the acquisition process with its online platform and companion application to offering a reliable, field proof,
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Kinefinity has long been an upstart and disruptor, with its balance of design, features, and price, and their new camera the Kinefinity MAVO Edge 6K expands its lineup. The MAVO Edge 6K will be available as a Space Gray Standard and a Raw Steel Cyber edition. The MAVO Edge 6K is a Full-Frame 6K camera featuring a
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Heads up! Ricoh is releasing its newest 360-degree camera, the THETA X, along with its new custom lens cap, and this is good news for 360° capture. Already known for its THETA series of 360° cameras, Ricoh’s new THETA X brings improved image quality and user functions, making it easier than ever to shoot, view, and share your 360° video and
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Let’s take a look at the Sony VENICE 2 Digital Motion Picture Camera! In this video, the B&H video team gets its hands on this camera and we also hear first impressions from filmmaker Tim Nagasawa. The latest in the Sony cinema line boasts the option for a 6K or 8.6K sensor. The brand-new 8.6K CMOS sensor features an impressive 16-stop dynamic range, and the camera body features numerous updates, including internal recording to a high
by Jennifer Hahn · Posted
To meet current needs for enhanced remote production and presentation in corporate, education, and house of worship environments, JVC has released three new PTZ (pan/tilt/zoom) cameras to match varying requirements of network types and video resolution: the KY-PZ200 HD with 20x optical zoom, the KY-PZ200N HD NDI|HX with 20x optical
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
While a great deal is made of shooting with large-sensor cameras, for valid reasons, I thought it would be prudent to consider smaller-sensor cameras, especially in the ENG/camcorder form factor. All too often these cameras are overlooked, and they really should not be. The ENG camcorder developed from a need for an all-inclusive camera that was rugged and easy to transport, which dictated a camera body with integrated tape drive―now SSD or Media card―and a lens port so you can add the lens of your choice or, for an even smaller shooting