Car rigs can change the entire look of a project. Unfortunately, more often than not, these rigs are either flimsy and undependable or overly complicated. Matthews Studio Equipment has designed a Pro Car Mount System that transcends these issues and delivers spectacular, stable images without any headaches.
Now available for rental at Moving Picture, the Matthews Pro Car Mount System consists of suction cup mounts, micro grip heads, 2.5 …
Panasonic’s AG-AF100 AVCCAM HD camcorder is now available for rental at Moving Picture. As the first high-end 4/3” video camcorder that’s been optimized for high-definition video recording, the AF100 offers the desired aesthetics of popular DSLR cameras without the myriad of functionality issues that are inherent with the DSLR line.
The newest addition to Panasonic’s AVCCAM series, the AG-AF100 is targeted at video and film professionals. With more than two years since the release of the Canon 5D, the AF100 exhibits Panasonic’s …
A frustrating moment for many of us, in the constantly mobile environment that is the film and television industry, is finding yourself in some remote location and needing to send or receive emails with over-sized attachments. Sometimes your editor has a roughcut that needs to be approved on set, the music video’s soundtrack has changed or the template you use to storyboard has gone missing – but with the limits imposed by your email provider, you can’t always get what you need. There are several programs available to help circumvent the proces …
The Litepanels Miniplus series offers shooters extremely efficient and versatile on-camera lighting. This dimmable LED softlight system is available in both tungsten and daylight models. The Litepanels Miniplus system is ideal for ENG and documentary work. Whether you need to fill in the shadows on a daylight exterior or illuminate your subject in a dark club setting, Miniplus on-camera LED lighting is reliable and proficient. Featuring nearly 20 fitted gels and fully operable on battery power, the Miniplus lighting systems will adapt t …
The Canon 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM lens is the successor to the long respected telezoom lens that contributed greatly in making this Canon lens line a favorite among directors of photography and home consumers alike. Dust and drip-proof, the Canon L series lenses offer stunning image technology paired with robust engineering.
With a reduction of the minimum focus distance to 1.2m and an increase in the maximum magnification to .21x, the Canon EF 70-200mm II captures a rich depth of field that allows shooters a great deal of versatility i …
The Zoom H4n makes recording audio simple. While this portable device is not nearly as robust as professional recorders such as the Sound Devices 744T, it’s an ideal answer for those out there who don’t have the experience or budget to capture professional location sound.
Designed to be accessible and easy to navigate, the Zoom H4n brings a lot to the table without becoming overly complicated or confusing. With two onboard X/Y stereo condenser mics, the H4n can capture solid audio right out of the box. These mics, aligned on the same …
Keeping with the DSLR revolution, we’ve consistently seen new innovations in support for cameras like the Canon EOS 5D Mark II and Canon EOS 7D throughout the past year. Recently released, the iDC Run & Gun Kit has quickly become one of our favorite new DSLR accessories.
Bruce Dorn, engineer/creator behind many of iDC’s inventions, explains: “over-sized and overly-complex focusing systems might look butch but they effectively waste the stealthy advantages of a compact capture device like the Canon 5D.” While elaborate rigs like …
Blackmagic Design’s HDMI to SDI Mini Converter makes HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) workflow easier than ever. Popular DSLR cameras like the Canon EOS 5D Mark II and Canon EOS 7D feature HDMI ports that allow for seamless integration with the latest audio/video devices. This relatively new digital alternative to analog connections has added to camera versatility but also limited options for video playback. The Blackmagic HDMI to SDI converter widens the possibilities for DSLR cameras, creating SDI outputs from an HDMI sourc …
The IDX Wevi Cam Wave CW-5HD Video Transmission System offers a versatile solution for video playback on mobile and remote shoots. With an integrated V-Mount, the lightweight Wevi transmitter mounts directly to the camera and accepts Anton Bauer batteries. Automatically differentiating between HD-SDI and SD-SDI signals, the Wevi Wireless Video System is capable of transmitting a standard definition or high definition signal up to 150 feet. Employing 2-channel embedded audio, the Wevi High Definition System also ensures audio/video synchro …
ARRI CSC Florida opened their doors to unveil the new ARRI Alexa this past weekend. This great event showcased the stunning engineering and versatility of ARRI’s latest addition to the film and video market. Garnering the attention of South Florida’s seasoned film industry professionals, many experienced camera assistants and directors of photography came out to catch a glimpse of the Alexa at work. Veteran first assistants Andy Fischer and Steve Ciffone, along with luminaries like Bart Tau (DP), were among the crowd.
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