All signs are pointing toward a release of Sony’s hyped-up HDSLRs . . . soon. [Read more…]
Zacuto Z-Finder Review
If you’ve got any interest in using a DSLR as a serious video camera, chances are that you’ve heard of the Zacuto Z-Finder. As I have been learning the ropes of shooting video on the 5D Mark II, I’ve found the Z-Finder to be an indispensable piece of equipment for mobile operation of the camera.
Read the rest of the review at Tech Tilt: Zacuto Z-Finder Review.
Think Tank Photo Offers Multimedia DSLR Buyers Guide
Think Tank Photo has put together a free buyers guide addressing all the gear decisions that go into putting together a DSLR video kit. Check out the press release below for more details. [Read more…]
DIY Wooden HDDSLR Shoulder Rig With Follow Focus
DIY DSLR Wooden Shoulder Rig from Jonathan Clifford Bergqvist on Vimeo.
I’ve seen some clever DIY setups for HDDSLR rigs and focus pullers; however, Jonathan Bergqvist’s wooden rendition for his Canon 7D in the above video takes the cake. The integrated focus puller on the left handle is really a nice touch.
[Vimeo via Crunchgear]
HeliVideo Provides Unique Aerial Video With a Canon 7D
Eric Austin has cooked up the above contraption, which is an electric, radio-controlled helicopter with a Canon 7D mounted on it. With his HeliVideo he’s providing his commercial clients with unique still and video shots.
DIY Photography has a nice little Q&A session with Eric if you want to read more about it.
BMW Commercial Shot with DSLR Cameras
Bandito Brothers, known for its groundbreaking work with DSLR video cameras, shot the above BMW commercial spot using the likes of the Canon 5D Mark II and Nikon D3s. [Read more…]
Canon EOS Movie Plugin-E1 for Final Cut Pro Now Available
The EOS Movie Plugin E-1, which was announced in February 2010, is now available. The plugin is developed to speed up the video editing workflow for footage shot on the Canon 1D Mark IV, 5D Mark II and 7D. [Read more…]
Redrockmicro DSLR Micro Remote with iPhone App Focus Control
Redrockmicro, maker of all sorts of great DSLR video products, is working on a DSLR remote for its follow focus system that can be controlled wirelessly by an iPod Touch or iPhone. The follow focus remote is pretty cool on its own, but add in the ability to control and program focus from an iPhone and it looks absolutely magical. [Read more…]
iDC Run & Gun for the Canon Rebel T2i
Bruce Dorn, over at the iDC Photo and Video blog, has announced the new iDC Run & Gun kit for the Canon Rebel T2i. The iDC Run & Gun kits, as the name implies, are designed for lightweight and mobile video capture with HDSLRs such as the Rebel T2i, 7D and 5D Mark II.
The Rebel T2i Run & Gun kit includes a follow focus and loupe, as well as the underlying mount for tying the kit together. The full kit will set you back $488 in the iDC Photo Store. Here’s the link.
Switronix Powerbase 70
Switronix, maker of a variety of video accessories for HDDSLRs, has introduced the Powerbase 70, which will be on display at NAB 2010. The Powerbase 70 is a dedicated accessory for the Canon 5D Mark II and 7D and provides up to 6x runtime thanks to its 14.8v battery pack.
More details in the press release below.