15
Jul
Hands-On Review: the Sony PXW-Z150 4K XDCAM Camcorder
As tempting as it is to create fanfare about getting my hands on a pre-release version of Sony's 4K professional camcorder, the reality was very much like the camera itself: quiet, and to all appearances, unassuming. There is quite a bit that I liked...
15
Jul
Tips for Dressing Your Vlog Background
If you¡¯re a newcomer to vlogging, and you¡¯re asked to dress a vlog set, a vlog background, your natural instinct might be to fancy it up. Similarly, if the vlog is topic-specific, you may want to gather numerous items related to that topic in the b...
15
Jul
Nuts and Bolts of Screenplays
The Introduction
In the introduction to his 1912 dramatic writing how-to, Play-Making, William Archer opens with this pessimistic observation:
There is thus a fine opening for pedantry on the one side, and quackery on the other, to rush in. The pedan...
15
Jul
9 Tips for Selecting a Cinema Lens Package
Whether you¡¯re assembling a personal lens kit or compiling the equipment-rental list for your next film, selecting a lens package is an important decision. It can also be a daunting one, especially if you¡¯re new to the game. So what lenses should y...
15
Jul
7 Benefits of the Cutting-Edge Switronix HyperCore Slim
Shave an inch from the thickness of the Switronix HyperCore battery, and you¡¯ve got yourself the HyperCore Slim (14.8V, 82Wh), designed for UAV and gimbal applications, suitable for any application demanding a low-profile battery, and TSA-friendly.
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15
Jul
An Introduction to Waveforms, Scopes, and Exposure
Before the rise of the anarchy of digital video, analog video was ruled by engineers at virtually every step of production, post production, and delivery. There were rules that had to be adhered to very strictly to ensure that your footage met the te...
