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DEFY Gimbal Camera Rig News From Relentless:
So we were contacted by the guys behind that Relentless brushless gimbal camera rig and they told us it now has a new name called DEFY. Plus they have plenty of update info for all you eager beavers out there that want a cost effective brushless gimbal camera rig…. Read on: With the DEFY gimbal [...]
Think Tank Photo Releases Logistics Manager 30 Large Capacity Rolling Camera Bag:
Think Tank Photo have announced the release of a new version of its popular large capacity rolling camera bag, the Logistics Manager 30. The rolling case’s endless interior layout options adapt to numerous equipment combinations and help manage all of the logistics of transporting and using a lot of gear while on location. Its roomy [...]
ProDRENALIN from proDAD Turns Your GoPro Vision Up To 11:
ProDRENALIN from proDAD turns your GoPro vision up to 11, or any other action camera. It removes fisheye and perspective distortion, stabilizes the video, corrects rolling-shutter distortion, rotates the video, reduces noise and much more. It is a complete solution for making your raw action/sports videos better. The optimized video can be rendered in industry [...]
That Nyrius Digital Wireless HDMI Transmitter & Receiver is Now Cheaper:
A little birdy told me that Nyrius Aries Prime system we talked about HERE, is now just $169.99 and the Aries Pro is going for $249.99. ARIES Prime Digital Wireless HDMI transmitter & receiver tech specs: Wireless Technology: GigaXtreme Technology System Requirements: Any system containing an HDMI port (Display Port cable not included) Ports and [...]
LED Light Meter MK350 Spectrometer Now at ikan:
Right so ikan are now sellers of the LED light meter MK350 Spectrometer from UPRTek. The UPRtek MK350 Spectrometer is a compact, lightweight illuminance spectroradiometer which can be used without a computer for evaluation of next- generation lamps such as LED, OLED and EL illumination, as well as, conventional architectural and stage/ studio lighting, even [...]
New Prices and Compressed Codecs Now Included with Odyssey7 & 7Q Monitors:
Convergent Design have made some significant changes to its Odyssey monitor series lineup introduced at NAB 2013 and now announce the full pricing for the Odyssey7 and Odyssey7Q monitors. Most notably, DNxHD and any future supported compressed codecs (up to 1080p60 422) will now be included at no additional cost in the base price of [...]
Canon Video Camera X–Series-Look Picture Profile For EOS DSLR Cameras:
Canon have announced the release of a new in-camera Picture Style pre-set called Video Camera X–series-look for its range of EOS DSLRs. Created following direct feedback from video enthusiasts, the new Picture Style, Video Camera X–series-look, enables users to capture EOS Movie footage with lower contrast levels, allowing for easier colour grading during post production [...]
Canon EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM Lens with Internal 1.4x Extender Just $11,799:
The newly announced Canon EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM lens with internal 1.4x extender will set you back just $11,799.00. Here are some specs on that Canon EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM Lens with Internal 1.4x Extender. High-Performance Telephoto Zoom Lens Canon EF Mount Aperture Range f/4-32 Built-in 1.4x Extender Three-Mode Optical Image Stabilization Ring [...]
Glidetrack Carbon Crane GT-CC:
Glidetrack have dropped the Carbon Crane GT-CC which is billed as perfect for use with DSLR and small prosumer cameras. The Glidetrack GT-CC can be counter balanced with a 2.5kg dumbbell weight (based on Canon 600d w.18-200mm lens). Expect to pay around $380 for the Glidetrack GT-CC. The crane comes complete with a protective storage [...]
Nacelle Camera Jib Slider from MYT Works:
Here we have the MYT Works prototype convertible Nacelle Camera Jib Slider system shown at NAB 2013. The Nacelle can function as an ordinary camera slider, and in fact it runs on the same patent-pending bearings that we use on our popular Glide line systems. However, its primary use is as a jib, with a [...]
Nikon Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Pack Recall:
Nikon has issued a voluntary recall of certain lot numbers of its Nikon Model EN-EL15 rechargeable lithium-ion battery packs. The battery pack can experience a short circuit causing it to overheat and possibly causing the outside casing to become deformed, posing a potential hazard to consumers. There have only been seven (7) confirmed reports of [...]
Eleven Minutes and Fifty Seconds With RED Ted Schilowitz:
Curt Pair and Band Pro recently caught up with Red co-founder Ted Schilowitz and he shared some insight into the latest offerings from Red Digital Cinema at NAB 2013. Red Digital Cinema are leaders in the production world. They started their career at NAB, some seven years ago in a little tent. Many laughed at [...]
First HEVC Encoder for 8K Super Hi-Vision From NHK and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation:
NHK and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation have jointly developed the world’s first HEVC*1 encoder for 8K ultra HDTV “Super Hi-Vision” (hereinafter referred to as “SHV”). SHV is the broadcasting medium of the near future. It makes viewers feel like they are really at the heart of the action, with 16 times the number of HD pixels [...]
New Fill-Lite LED Lights Launching at Cine Gear Expo 2013:
The official launch of Oregon-based LED light manufacturer Fill-Lite will take place at the upcoming Cine Gear Expo in Los Angeles on May 31, 2013. Band Pro Film & Digital, Inc. has partnered with Fill-Light as a premiere North American reseller of the entire Fill-Lite line. Cinematographer, inventor, and Fill-Lite President Owen Stephens, SOC created [...]
Kessler Parallax Value Adds Movement:
Did you see the Kessler Parallax system is adding movement to your Cineslider, Traveller, standard length Pocket Dolly v2.0 BASIC, Pocket Dolly v2.0, Stealth and Philip Bloom Pocket Dolly. The Kesller Parallax provides automatic panning and fixed-point shooting capabilities to the Kessler line of sliders. Previously only capable with motorized panning devices, Kessler Parallax accomplishes [...]
Petrol Bags Rain Cover For The Canon EOS C100 Camera:
Petrol Bags introduces a new transparent Rain Cover to provide waterproof protection for the Canon EOS C100 camera. Specially fashioned to fit over the C100, even while the flip out screen is open, the cover allows for fast and easy setup, while keeping all camera controls fully accessible. This all-weather accessory is constructed of transparent [...]
DSLR Editing Overview and Workflow Basics in Adobe Premiere Pro CC:
Adobe’s Jason Levine brings us up to date in a 3 part video overview on the new features and workflow basics that are available with the new Adobe Premiere Pro CC. Jason walks us through the basics of importing footage from your DSLR directly into Adobe Premiere Pro, selecting clips, setting In/Out points, and building [...]
Adobe Creative Cloud and Adobe Premiere Pro CC Overview for Video Professionals:
From script to screen and beyond is the catch cry tag that runs with the Adobe Creative Cloud. Jason Levine quickly showcases many of the tools in Adobe’s Creative Cloud, including Adobe Premiere Pro CC, After Effects CC, SpeedGrade CC, Prelude CC, Story CC Plus, and Adobe Audition CC. Adobe Creative Cloud Overview for Video [...]
Adobe SpeedGrade Creative Cloud Overview:
Adobe’s Patrick Palmer Senior Project Manager for Finishing gives us a rundown on what is new in Adobe SpeedGrade CC. We’ve got some exciting updates to the user interface which now will look much more familiar to Premiere Pro users. That includes an all new media browser and a new look manager as well as [...]
Universal Berkey System Dreamsmiths Baseplate:
The Berkey System Dreamsmiths baseplate is a collaboration between Mark Kenfield and Brian Berkey of Berkey System. The Berkey System Dreamsmiths baseplate is a compact, lightweight, low-cost near universal baseplate that provides standard 15mm rod support, tripod and shoulder mounting options for small to large cameras. Prototype pics here: Pricing is tentative at the moment, [...]
Sachtler Says They Have Your Sony PMW-F5 and PMW-F55 Cameras Covered:
Sachtler wants you to know that they offer the ideal support solutions for the new Sony PMW-F5 and PMW-F55 CineAlta 4K image sensor cameras. The cameras’ modular design makes countless set-ups in an array of weight classes possible and Sachtler offers fluid head tripod systems to match the variety of configuration possibilities. The Video 18 [...]
GearDear $90 Blackmagic Hyperdeck Cage:
The GearDear “Hyperdeck cage” does what the name suggests and holds your Blackmagic Hyperdeck Shuttle securely in a cage. Even those delicate HDMI connectors are taken care of with the GearDear Hyperdeck cage. It’s lightweight at only 170g and has standard 1/4″ mounting threads on the back which can be connected to Norga / magic [...]
Sony Vegas Pro 12 is the First Native 2K and 4K XAVC Editor:
I remember way back in the low numbers for Vegas when it turned into a cool little editing software programme. Used it as a 2nd or 3rd editing system and it worked really well for quick client turnarounds. Nothing flash nothing special and it got the job done, but then I think it was editions [...]
Relentless Handheld Stabilized Camera System For $1800 and More Coming:
Not sure many saw this brushless gimbal camera rig doing the rounds at NAB. Drew Janes demoed the Relentless Handheld Stabilized System which they are selling for $1800. Have not seen footage from the rig itself, so not judging yet.
ARRI Alexa Alexaremote Remote Controller System Demo:
Balint Seres has sent us his latest video for his Alexaremote Remote Controller system for the ARRI Alexa cameras. network cable and radio control change/set and store 10 profiles for FPS, EI, WB and Shutter check all information on your own screen start/stop camera switch 2K/HD toggle SxS 1 and 2 turn Highspeed on/off set [...]
