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FxFactory 4.0 Adds Support for Adobe Premiere Pro

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FxFactory 4.0 is now available and adds support for Adobe Premiere Pro.  The plug-in management program has been a great tool for using with FCP X, Motion, FCP 7 and After Effects; however, the one video editing program that I use the most hasn’t been supported and, as a result, I’ve not been able to take advantage of so many cool video plug-ins.  But now it is.

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FxFactory 4.0 is a free download and there are a few free plug-ins that are available with it.  Additional plug-ins are available for trial and purchase with integration inside of FxFactory.

You can download FxFactory 4.0 from Noise Industries’ website.

Switronix Introduces Power Cable for Nikon DSLRs

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Switronix has a new power cable for Nikon DSLRs that provides access to hours of runtime from any V-mount or 3-Stud battery. The Switronix XP-DSLR-EL15 power cable is compatible with all Nikon DSLRs that accept the Nikon EN-EL15 battery (like the Nikon D800 or D600).

The cables feature a regulated 9.2v battery paddle and an inline female P-Tap connector for 12vdc, housed in an enclosure. The XP-DSLR-EL15 also includes both red and green LED indication to display status of battery power.

Switronix power cables have been available for Canon DSLRs and other cinema cameras for quite some time and have proven popular for extending shoot time in video projects.  For more details on the new Switronix XP-DSLR-EL15, check out Switronix’s website.  It should be available soon at B&H Photo and other retailers.

Nikon D5200 Unveiled

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Nikon D5200

The Nikon D5200 is a new entry-level DSLR with a 24MP CMOS sensor and the ability to capture 1080p HD video.  The D5200 replaces the aging D5100 with what looks to be solid upgrades all the way around.

In addition to the increased resolution, the D4200 also adds an improved AF system, a side-articulating LCD screen and WiFi compatibility by virtue of the new Nikon WU-1a WiFi module.

Nikon D5200 Key Features

  • 24.1MP APS-C CMOS sensor
  • 1080p HD video capture
  • EXPEED 3 image processor
  • 5fps still image max frame rate
  • ISO 100-25600 (w/ expansion)
  • 3-inch vari-angle LCD (921k-dot res)
  • 39-point AF system
No word yet on US pricing or availability. The D5200 should be available elsewhere in the world beginning in December.

More details in the press release below. [Read more…]

Canon 5D Mark III Firmware Update Offers Uncompressed HDMI Output & Improved AF

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Canon 5D Mark III

Canon just announced a powerful firmware update for the 5D Mark III.  The new firmware, due April 2013, will provide uncompressed HDMI output for 4:2:2 8-bit video capture via an external recorder.

Additionally, the 5D Mark III will gain the ability to autofocus at f/8 when equipped with Canon teleconverters (akin to the recent firmware update of the Canon 1D X).

A bit ironic that Canon announced this right after the new Magic Lantern firmware update that unlocks HDMI-out for the 5D Mark III, no?

You can read the full Canon press release below. [Read more…]

Sony’s New Super 35mm Camera Shoots 4K and High Frame Rate

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Sony F Cine Alta Tease

Sony dropped another tease today via its Super 35mm Facebook page, dropping a couple of key specs, along with the above image.

The Future, Ahead of Schedule | October 30, 2012
“4K and 50Mbps422” | “High Frame Rate”
#TheNewF

Do you like what you’re hearing so far?

Depending on the price point, this would be a direct competitor to cameras like the RED Epic and Scarlet.  It’s certainly situated above the current Sony F3 model. We’ll know more next week, as we’re just outside of a week from the official unveiling…

So, do you like what you’re hearing so far?

[via Sony Super 35mm Facebook page]

Audio Recorder Shootout Videos

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Here are a couple of great videos on some common audio recorder comparisons, as well as a look into mic polar patterns and best practices for recording audio with your HDSLR video.  In the first video we get a look at the noise levels on the Zoom H4n, Tascam DT-100 MKII, Sound Devices 702, Beachtek DXA-SLR PRO, Edirol R44, Tascam DR-680 and the juicedLink Riggy Micro and Riggy Assist.

This is a great video to bookmark for reference given all of the mic comparisons within. Being a big fan of the Tascam DR-100 MKII, I was rather surprised at how well the juicedLink Riggy preamps performed when recorded direct to camera.  They are obviously doing some good work over at juicedLink.

Next, take a look at this video with Olivia Speranza and Robert from juicedLink as he goes over some mic performance and behaviors, as well as other best practices when recording audio for video.

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[via OliviaTech]