Four years. That’s how long it took Canon to come up with a successor to the 5D,its most popular full-frame camera. In that span of time, Sony was able to announce the A7, release a follow up, and then split it into two offerings (A7R and A7S) that have also been updated multiple times. While […]
The Sony HXC-FB80 makes entry to 4K broadcasts more accessible
Sony has just made entry into 4K- and HDR-ready studio and live production more accessible with the HXC-FB80 and HXCU-FB80 camera control unit (CCU). Based on a 3G-SDI platform with 1080/59.94p capabilities, the system is a “future-proof” path to 4K and HDR production. The HXC-FB80 is an addition to the HXC family and as such, […]
DJI’s new Aerial Predator Eye in the Sky: Zenmuse X7
DJI, a Chinese tech company that specializes in drone and aerial imaging for civilian consumers has recently unearthed their next masterpiece and that is the DJI Zenmuse X7. This latest Zenmuse product line is a high-end filmmaking compact Super 35mm camera system that is designed to complement the Inspire 2 drone perfectly. In contrast to […]
Canon introduces newest member of G-Series family, the PowerShot G1 X Mark III
The latest entry in Canon’s G-Series lineup gets bragging rights to having the largest sensor for a point-and-shoot camera. Canon doesn’t sacrifice quality in delivering a lightweight and portable premium compact camera. The PowerShot G1 X Mark III is the first Canon point-and-shoot to feature a 24.3MP APS-C CMOS sensor and the revolutionary Dual Pixel […]
RED’s new flagship sensor Monstro 8K VV should be good for its price tag
With a $79,500 price tag, the Monstro 8K VV sensor from RED is clearly not for consumers. Together with RED’s own existing Weapon camera, it will form the new Weapon 8K VV. Putting costs aside, the new flagship sensor looks impressive enough for professionals. Specifications released by RED point to a system capable of delivering […]
Hasselblad Masters Awards 2018: The biggest ever yet is now open to public vote
The Hasselblad is one of the most expensive brands of cameras that professional photographers use. It is also the most coveted one due to its amazing quality and unique system that aids in capturing better qualities. They are a Swedish company that was founded in 1941 and they are famous for their high end medium […]
The Hero6 Black can shoot 4K video at 60fps and is GoPro’s most powerful camera so far
GoPro officially unveiled their new flagship camera, the Hero6 Black, at a recent event in San Francisco, California. Capable of shooting 4K video at 60fps, this is the company’s most powerful action camera so far. In addition, the company also launched a waterproof, mountable 5.2K spherical camera called Fusion as well as new mounts, accessories, […]
Fujinon XF 80mm F2.8 LM OIS WR Macro lens with 1.0x magnification
Set for a November 2017 release, the Fujinon XF 80mm F2.8 LM OIS macro lens of Fujifilm offers 1.0x magnification, a 122mm equivalent focal length, and an F2.8 maximum aperture. The lens is the latest entry in the company’s X series of interchangeable lenses. With its capabilities, the lens is geared towards shooters who take […]
FUJINON UA24×7.8BERD: the world’s smallest and most lightweight lens for 4K video production
FUJIFILM Corporation has announced the release of the world’s smallest and most lightweight lens for 4K video production, the new FUJINON UA24×7.8BERD. With just a total length approximately 220.5mm, it has achieved the label of being the smallest in the world. Combined with a weight of nothing more than approximately 1.98kg, it is also the […]
Sony’s latest camcorders are the first with phase-detection AF
A problem with shooting action scenes with palm-style camcorders has been its poor ability to find and hold focus. Hoping to be the solution for that particular dilemma are the three 4K camcorders Sony recently announced. The three newly unveiled camcorders are targeted for different users, but they all come equipped with one similar feature: […]
Sony announces new RX10 IV that boasts super quick AF
Sony’s latest entry to the RX10 series shares some features with its predecessor. The lens is the same f2.4-4 24-600mm zoom lens with optical image stabilization. However, it’s what’s found inside the camera that makes all the difference. The Sony A9 was lauded for its speed, a feature that is much appreciated by wildlife and […]
Canon Brings New Additions to the Video Camcorder Lineup
Canon has recently announced three new additions to their video camcorder lineup – the XF400 4K UHD Video Camcorder, the XF405 4K UHD Video Camcorder, and the VIXIA GX10 4K UHD Video Camcorder. Compact and lightweight, with 4K/60p video recording capability, these new additions provide amateurs and professionals newer and better options. Who the VIXIA […]