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by josh brown · Posted
Not more than a decade ago, the power to create Hollywood-style effects was exclusively the domain of highly specialized artists using expensive software that ran on workstation-class computers. However, in the last few years, inexpensive compositing software has become available, offering visual-effects artists and motion-graphics designers the ability to create powerful visual effects. HitFilm 3 Pro from FXHOME is one such piece of software, built
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In the following video, Mia McCormick, from KelbyOne Media, pairs the Atomos Shogun with the Sony a7S to put the 4K-capable monitor/recorder through its paces. McCormick goes over the recording resolutions and formats offered by the Shogun, which include Ultra HD up to 30 fps and 1080p up to 120 fps in edit-friendly 10-bit 4:2:2
by Peter Ward_1 · Posted
Professional Photographers of America (PPA) has been pressing the FAA to ease commercial-use restrictions for professional photographers who wish to use UAVs in their work. The organization is optimistic we are getting close to a new FAA ruling that will allow select industries to operate RC and autonomous aircraft legally, among them filmmaking and certain types of photography, farming, and smokestack inspection.
This does not mean carte blanche license to fly. A number of limitations will be enforced, including a maximum weight of less than
by Justin Dise · Posted
The Sony a7S is an impressive little camera that combines a full-frame sensor, 4K HDMI output, and unparalleled low-light performance. Add S-Log2 gamma support, internal X-AVC S recording, and a versatile Sony E-mount to the mix and you have a camera that is ready for professional video production... well, almost ready, that is. Before the camera can appear on set, it needs to be outfitted for the job. This means building a support system around the camera to help protect it, enhance its usability, and accommodate standard filmmaking
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In the following video, Mia McCormick, from KelbyOne Media, takes a look at the Teradek Beam Transmitter and Receiver Set, and discusses the benefits of adding wireless video capture to your productions. The video covers the specs and features of the Beam system, highlight its 1080p60 support, high 30Mbps bitrate, and low two-frame latency. The video also demonstrates the Beam’s ability to transmit to multiple receivers and stream live over IP to
by Justin Dise · Posted
Time is money” is a phrase we hear a great deal in the production world. With producers and clients demanding and expecting faster turnaround times, it is imperative that the file path from camera to post be as streamlined as possible. To help bridge this gap, Sony has developed Catalyst Prepare, a media-management software that
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In the following video, watch Mia McCormick, from Kelby Media, put the Rift Labs KICK through its paces. The KICK is a small on-camera LED lighting unit that packs a few tricks up its sleeve. You can mount it on your iPhone 4, 4S, or 5, and with built-in Wi-Fi, you can control your light with it. In the video, McCormick demonstrates this dynamic lighting unit and shows the advantages you gain when controlling it from your iPhone or iPad. We hope you enjoy the video, and invite you to view the wide selection of other
by Justin Dise · Posted
Adding controlled camera movement to your shots is one of the easiest and most effective ways to boost the production value of your videos. While camera sliders and modern stabilizer systems have made it easier for amateur filmmakers and small production crews to get smooth, professional-looking movement, they aren't very effective at replicating the boom moves of traditional jib arms. The problem is that jib arms are often bulky, cumbersome, and
by John Harris · Posted
Imagine back if you will, exactly two long years ago, mid-January, 2013. Just weeks before the Superdome blacked-out during the “Big Game,” the mirrorless camera world made an equally memorable step forward with the introduction of the Speed Booster, from Metabones. Based on the terrific success of this line of adapters, we arrive today, announcing the release of a new group of Metabones products including three new Speed Booster ULTRAs, a new Speed
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
When considering monitors, you will notice that ikan offers a wide variety of units with different feature sets to aid you in your production. In this article, we will look at three of the monitors that ikan offers: the D12, VH7i, VX7c, providing you with an introduction to each monitor's capabilities and uses.
Let's start with the ikan D12 monitor, a production monitor that has a place both in the field and studio. It features an 11.6
by Peter Ward_1 · Posted
Now available at B&H is Panasonic’s 2015 line of compact consumer camcorders, first announced at CES in January. Most notable are the HC-VX870 and HC-WX970 models, which feature 1/2.3" back side
by Lia Parisyan · Posted
Most of us were raised seeing media images of surveillance footage on the nightly news. From the Kennedy assassination to the Ray Rice debacle, recorded footage is as important historically as it is personally. But we are close to seeing the end of days when security cameras captured video in indecipherable, grainy black-and-white and the footage required hours or even days of sifting through. Recent advances in video surveillance technology have sparked a host of exciting innovations that have not only improved image resolution but have also
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
With its recent release of Media Composer 8.3, you can now edit and output native 4K footage. Prior to this release, working in 4K was only possible by importing your footage through Avid AMA, and working with lower-resolution versions of your footage. However, Avid has introduced its DNxHR codec to support 4K workflows. DNxHR comes in six flavors, from DNxHR LB (low bandwidth) all the way up to DNxHR 444 (Cinema Quality), allowing you choices in compression and
by Peter Ward_1 · Posted
So you’ve made the plunge, and are now the proud owner of your very first GoPro HERO. Or maybe it was an unexpected but very much welcome gift. Either way, if you’re new to the action-camera genre you’ll be wondering, understandably, just what the heck you can do with it.
Whether it’s the HERO4 Silver Edition or the
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In the following video, Mia McCormick, from KelbyOne, takes a look at the Black and Silver Editions of the GoPro HERO4, as well as the new HERO, to help you determine which camera is right for you. The video highlights unique features of each model, including 4K video recording at 30 and 24 fps, the built