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Intro image for article First Look: Fujifilm MK Series Cinema Lenses
Tutorials & Guides
Fujifilm today launched two exciting new cinema zoom lenses: the FUJINON MK18-55mm T2.9 and MK50-135mm T2.9. The two lenses are the first of the new MK series and look to be a great fit for emerging shooters and DPs who need coverage of the most useful focal length ranges for Sony E-mount Super35-sized sensor cameras (similar to the APS-C sensor size in the DSLR world).
Intro image for article VariCam Firmware Updates
Tech News
This week Panasonic released firmware Version 7.0 for the VariCam 35 and HS, and Version 5.0 for the VariCam LT. These updates feature expanded ProRes recording, including higher bit rate Apple ProRes codecs and VFR to allow for more internal recording options to support your production's needs.
Intro image for article At the Bench: Recording RAW to Odyssey 7Q From VariCam LT
Tutorials & Guides
The Panasonic VariCam LT offers a legendary look in a compact digital cinema camera. Combining the VariCam LT with the Convergent Design Odyssey 7Q+ recorder opens up the ability to capture Raw files.
Intro image for article At the Bench: Introducing the Phantom VEO
Tutorials & Guides
The Phantom VEO from Vision Research brings many of the features and tools from their Flex cameras into a compact and rugged form factor.
Intro image for article Anton Bauer Broadcast and Cine Battery Comparison Chart
Tools, Charts & Downloads
Anton Bauer quickly became a staple for both video and broadcast cinematographers with their robust and reliable batteries. With their new CINE 90 and 90 VM, along with the CINE 150 and 150 VM breaking into the market in 2016, they're only getting better.
Intro image for article A Closer Look: ARRI/ZEISS Master Primes and Ultra Primes
Tutorials & Guides
Choosing the make of the lenses you use on a project is one of many ways to create a look. The quality and characteristics of a lens add to the flavor of the image, and is one of the many ways to impart your look as a DP. It's one of my favorite choices a DP can make on a project: which make of lenses will I use for this specific project?
Intro image for article At the Bench: A Closer Look at the OConnor 2560 Fluid Head
Tutorials & Guides
The OConnor 2560 can be thought of as the little brother to the 2575. However, with a payload weight of up to 83 lbs it is hardly a lightweight. The 2560 has a smaller profile than the 2575, but enjoys the same functionality.
Intro image for article At the Bench: ARRI SkyPanel S60-C
Tutorials & Guides
The ARRI SkyPanel is an LED soft light that is packed with features. The SkyPanel comes in two different configurations and three sizes. In this blog, I will take a closer look at the S-60C model.
Intro image for article At the Bench: Sachtler FSB 10
Tutorials & Guides
The Sachtler FSB 10 is the latest addition to their FSB line. This fluid head features a 100mm ball mount, allowing the head to be used on a wide variety of tripod options from Sachtler.