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by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Lighting hasn't really changed in the past few decades. Sure, new fixtures, faster cameras and lenses, and shooting styles may change, but the essence of lighting really hasn't changed. The look of the scene is still driven by the DP and still created by the lighting designer; it is still all about ratios, and no matter how technology advances, lighting is a powerful tool for putting realism and drama on screen.
What Is Image-Based Lighting?
Simply put, image-based lighting (IBL) is using lighting fixtures to mimic the effects of natural
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
The goal of this article is to provide you with an introduction to motion capture, its uses and requirements. As with any journey, it begins with the first few steps.
Motion Capture (MOCAP)
MOCAP is the process of recording high-resolution movement of objects or people and capturing it into a computer system. It has numerous applications, including military, sports, medical, and, of course, for entertainment. While you could trace the roots of motion capture all the way back to the seminal motion capture experiments like Muybridge’s exposures
by Mary Latvis · Posted
XR (Extended Reality) and VP (Virtual Production) are two terms you’ll hear used to describe professional video capture on special stages equipped with LED volume wall backgrounds. In consultation with the experts in The Studio B&H, here we review the components needed to set up an XR stage and break down some of the specifics of this VP capture technique.
Extended Reality vs. Virtual Production
XR and VP stages both use
by Zack Young · Posted
On-set virtual production (OSVP) is the real-time mixing of live-action footage with computer-generated imagery to create amazing in-camera visual effects (ICVFX). These days, most OSVP happens on a volume, a studio space with seamless LED panels (or cabinets, as they’re known in OSVP) grouped together to display rendered images that are then captured live in-camera alongside human talent. These cabinet configurations can be as simple as a flat backdrop stacked from the ground up, and as complicated as a full curved 360° wrap hung from trusses
by Zack Young · Posted
Virtual production (VP) is a professional video technique that combines live-action footage with computer-generated imagery (CGI) in real time. Virtual production typically happens on “volume” stages where seamless interlocked LED panels display rendered photo-real backdrops that change and adapt as the camera moves. This creates impressive in-camera virtual effects (ICVFX) that require little to no post-production work. Let’s jump into the exciting capabilities of
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Your virtual production (VP) system isn't just playing back high-resolution video in the background. To work as believable 3D your system must be able to render in real-time and in high frame rate realistic 3D environments. To create and playback these environments you need creation software.
What Is Unreal Engine?
Simply put, it is an advanced real-time creation tool that powers your virtual production. It is based on 3D computer graphics gaming engine, and I remember playing Unreal as a multiplayer first-person shooter game, way back in the
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Live streaming and content creation is a booming industry that attracts a ton of people from all over the globe. Whether you are streaming your favorite games, cooking with a tuned-in audience, or simply chatting with others, Logitech offers a way to ensure the process is easy, seamless, and quick thanks to the latest updates to the Mevo Studio app.
Logitech Mevo Start Live Streaming Camera
In terms of functionality, ease of
by John Harris · Posted
It would be foolish to claim that there is only one way to take a portrait, but there are some accepted norms and basic camera settings that you should understand if portraiture is to become your area of photographic interest. Remember though, as you walk down your creative path, that a portrait is more than a headshot, more than a beautiful photo of your subject; it is an opportunity to get to know someone, to have a visual conversation with a person, and to use your photographic skills to pass that understanding of the person on to the
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Gamers, developers, and workstation users, rejoice! SanDisk has announced its latest Optimus GX series of solid-state drives aimed to deliver enhanced speeds for systems big and small alike. This Optimus GX lineup includes both PCIe 4.0 and 5.0 drives with varying degrees of capacities and performance profiles to enhance your overall experience! Whether you are rendering large projects or playing your favorite game, SanDisk is here to lay the groundwork for your next big thing
by Zack Young · Posted
A media server is a key step in the on-set virtual production (OSVP) pipeline, sending assets like background plates, LUTs, and tracking data over a network so that they can be used to create unique real time in-camera virtual effects (ICVFX). Whether it be a rendered set from Unreal Engine or an uncompressed prerecorded background plate, the media server is what stores and transmits these virtual pieces to the LED walls and processors. Let's dive deeper into what these servers do.
What's Important in a Media Server?
Media servers for virtual
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Microsoft is happy to announce its latest series of Surface Pro tablets and Surface Laptops for Business Copilot+ PC users. Designed for large scale deployment, enhanced security, and serviceability, the latest Surface devices for business ensure longevity while also providing greater performance across the board.
Surface Laptop for Business Copilot+ PC
Coming in multiple configurations, the 8th Edition of the Surface Laptop for Business Copilot+ PC provides users with
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Logitech is excited to announce its latest entry into the world of mice and keyboards with the Signature Comfort Plus series of devices! The Signature Comfort Plus series is made up of the M850 L mouse and the MK880 keyboard, each featuring a unique design suitable for all-day use. We've got our hands on these two devices, and they are absolutely exquisite!
Signature Comfort Plus M850 L
The Signature Comfort Plus M850 L mouse features a uniquely designed form factor that matches the curvature of most hands. What really provides the added
by Gabby Bloch · Posted
If you’re thinking about building a home recording studio or upgrading your existing setup with better gear, there are a plethora of options at B&H that can take your production to the next level (maybe at the cost of fueling your gear-acquisition syndrome). Here are some of our favorite pieces of music technology we have on offer, covering everything you’d need to start working on your own music and recording projects, or bring your productions to the next level.
MIDI Controllers
Novation Launchkey MK4 Series—A Workhorse Controller
The
by Steven Esposito · Posted
There are so simply so many distinct types of batteries. We have old-school alkaline batteries that have powered everything from your childhood toys to smoke detectors. There is a huge chance that your phone, tablet, or laptop uses a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. But there is a new type of battery that is slowly entering the market—solid-state batteries. Today we are going to discuss what they are, what they can do, if they’re better than lithium-ion, and even more questions you might have. So, let’s dive in.
What Are Solid-State Batteries
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Acer is happy to announce its latest ProDesigner displays, designed for creatives of all types. Designed for high-resolution design and editing work, Acer provides a solution whether you’re a traveler on the move or in the office. So, let’s dive in and look at these sleek new displays!
PE320QXT 6K Touchscreen Display
Equipped with an incredibly high-resolution resolution panel, multiple inputs, and even a built-in camera, the