Rode has introduced the new VideoMic Go as a lightweight on-camera mic that doesn’t use batteries. The VideoMic Go is mounted on an integrated Rycote Lyre shock mount and weighs a minuscule 73 grams. [Read more…]
Cinevate Morpheus is a Stabilizer Solution for GoPro, iPhone and Pocket Cameras
Cinevate is launching a Kickstarter campaign to bring its new Morpheus stabilizer to life. The Cinevate Morpheus is a all-in-one stabilizer solution for Steadicam-like handheld operation of GoPro, iPhone and pocket cameras while recording video. It serves as multipurpose device for static shooting, as well as an auto-leveling jib head and a slider or dolly. [Read more…]
Canon Launches $40,000 4K Reference Display
Canon has launched the DP-V3010 4K reference display for digital cinema color grading and 4K post production and effects monitoring. The DP-V3010 is a 10-bit IPS display with a 4096 x 2560 and 16:10 aspect ratio. Obviously, this is a high-end display (at $40,000 retail) and is made for larger productions.
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
Sony FDR-AX1 4K Camcorder Hands-On
The Sony FDR-AX1 is a 4K camcorder that comes in at a low $4498 price tag and is really the first of its kind in bringing affordable 4K to the masses with its lightweight XAVC-S codec. [Read more…]
Sony Releases New Workflow Guides for Working with RAW and XAVC 4K Footage
Sony has released version 2 of its RAW, XAVC, and HDCAM SR File workflow guide for Sony CineAlta cameras. The workflow guide addresses every stage of production, including on-stage look management, footage transfer and backup, dailies, edit and color grading. The workflow guide looks at just about every popular third-party solution and doesn’t just stick with Sony’s own. [Read more…]
The Padcaster Mini Aims to Turn the iPad Mini Into a Full-Fledged Video Workflow Solution
The Padcaster is a rugged case that turns your iPad into an all-in-one movie making device. With threaded holes surrounding the Padcaster’s aluminum frame, you can attach your lenses, mics, lights and other accessories, then mount the Padcaster to a tripod for a steady shot. [Read more…]
GoPro Studio 2.0 Now Available
GoPro has released version 2.0 of GoPro Studio for both Mac and Windows. GoPro Studio 2.0 is a free, consumer-friendly video editing workflow with easy-to-follow templates for editing your GoPro HERO footage. [Read more…]
Zeiss 15-30mm T2.9 Compact Zoom Cine Lens Unveiled
Zeiss has released a new cine zoom lens, the CZ.2 15-30/T2.9, which complements the existing CZ.2 70-200mm T2.9 and CZ.2 28-80mm T2.9 lenses.
As with other Zeiss CZ.2 lenses, the new 15-30mm T2.9 has an interchangeable mount system for compatibility with PL, EF, F, MFT and E mounts. The lens is compatible with full frame (e.g., 5D Mark III) and APS-C (e.g., EOS C300) cameras.
Pricing for the new CZ.2 15-30/T2.9 will be under €20,000. Based on the US prices of the other CZ.2 lenses, the new lens will probably land at $19,900 in the US. It should be available to buy in April 2014. Start saving now.
Twixtor v6 Released with GPU Acceleration for After Effects, Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro
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The popular slow-motion plug-in, Twixtor, has been updated to version 6, and now includes GPU acceleration for After Effects, Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro (7 or X). The update provides speeds up to 5x faster than with the CPU-only.
Adobe users need CS5 or later for PP or AE, while FCP users need FCP 7 or FCP X 10.0.8 or higher. Additional GPU and system requirements can be found here on RE:Vision Effects’ website.
Twixtor Pro v6 runs $595, while the standard version is $329.95. Upgrades for Twixtor standard are $82.49 and Twixtor Pro are $149.95. More details here on Twixtor’s pricing page.
Watch This Fun Slow-Motion Wedding Photo Booth
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Wedding photo booths are pretty common. But a slow-motion video booth? A bit less common.
For this fun video booth, Seattle video production company Super Frog Saves Tokyo set up a RED Epic at 160fps with 4 Konova 900 LED lights for some great action shots at a wedding reception.
The result is a viral hit that is sure to result in trend of slow-motion booths in the near future.