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by Zack Young · Posted
There's nothing like the feeling you get after playing your footage from an arduous day of filming, when you realize that everything you shot looks like your camera stumbled into a rogue washing machine, which then toppled down a comically large mountain range. Nothing like it. Unintentionally shaky footage can make a seemingly successful shoot become the bane of one's career. While there are certain measures one can take to mitigate the shakiness of footage in post, nothing will be as painless as simply stabilizing during production—hence the
by Luke Rollins · Posted
Achieving a standard of production value is an essential component of establishing a brand and growing a following. For part-time, burgeoning, and mid-level creators, it can feel like bridging that gap is less a matter of learned skill and more about the equipment you can afford.
In most cases, the problem isn’t budget at all. Acquiring the specific know-how can give your content professional sheen with little to no financial outlay.
Lighting design is arguably the most immediately visible production component—and the one most capable of
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Choosing a Digital Audio Workstation, or DAW, is a major decision. For beginners, it will define their learning curve, workflow, and operating knowledge—for professionals, compatibility, functionality, and familiarity is key. In this guide, we will give some detailed overviews of the most popular DAWs in the audio industry, what their strengths and weaknesses are, and some of their unique features.
If you’re in a rush, here’s a quick rundown of the best DAWs for a variety of common purposes:
If you’re a songwriter/producer: Ableton, Logic,
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Breaking into the world of video podcasting can be a fun yet daunting experience. Aside from needing the motivation to try something new, you need the proper equipment. Some will say buying the best equipment available is the way to go, but for many, that approach is unrealistic. If you’re just dipping your toes in, you don’t need any extra bells and whistles. So, we are going to break down the essential equipment you need to get started while also sharing some nice-to-have accessories that will enhance your video podcasting.
The Essentials
by Steven Esposito · Posted
When it comes to delivering amazing graphical experiences across the board, no one does it quite like NVIDIA. With the 50 Series of GPUs now fully out into the market, users have plenty of options when it comes to completing their gaming rig with one of the most powerful platforms to date. By leveraging the power of NVIDIA’s Blackwell technology, users can experience greater speed and performance when it comes to gaming. But it can do so much more, and I am here to test it. Taking a special hands-on approach, I will see exactly how NVIDIA is
by Gabby Bloch · Posted
Whether you’re a filmmaker, podcaster, or a student trying to take notes at lectures, you would likely benefit from a portable recorder. But with so many types of portable recorders on the market, it might be helpful to break down the categories to see which one best fits your needs. So, here’s a brief but useful guide on portable recorder options and their various applications.
Lavalier Recorders
Lavalier recorders can be a great choice for weddings or in situations where you don’t want to be tied to a camera or phone. The groom can
by Zack Young · Posted
A few years ago, we reviewed Tilta's Lightweight Shoulder Rig, and found that it more than fit the bill for those in need of a nimble, compact, adjustable shoulder rig capable of handling a variety of small- and medium-sized cameras. We weren’t alone. Since our review, Tilta’s shoulder rig has remained a perennial favorite, finding its way into the shopping carts of many shooters. At the same time, I’ve found that the
by Zack Young · Posted
Every filmmaker in your life probably has a few basic wants—a million dollars to spend on their next project, a genius script idea that will send studio executives into a frenzy, and a special potion that will do away with the need for food, water, and sleep for as long as it takes to finish up an edit. If you can’t provide any of those, you can at least give them a gift that won’t sit on the shelf gathering dust. Read on for six gift ideas that might not have the shine of a new car but could be extremely beneficial for all of your giftee’s
by Bjorn Petersen · Posted
Over the past 12 months, Sony has had some massive camera announcements, along with a slew of important new lenses for their ever-expanding E-mount mirrorless system. Hot on the heels of late 2023’s announcement of the a9 III, Sony has ridden this wave of innovation throughout 2024, with a late year crescendo happening again via a new flagship and speedy new premier zoom. It’s been a year full of products for everyone, spanning their top and entry levels, with a healthy mixture of unique products for the rest of us.
A Version II Flagship is
by Bjorn Petersen · Posted
Starting with a bang and riding a wave of exciting announcements throughout the year, FUJIFILM had a pretty awesome 2024. Whether you're most interested in TikTok's favorite camera, the best bang for your buck in medium format, or continued dedication to one of the most well-rounded mirrorless systems today, FUJIFILM had a productive and exciting year.
A Camera So Popular…
Very few cameras (or products of any kind
by Steven Wong · Posted
The 14” Dell Precision 5490 Workstation brings together the elegance of a business-class laptop with enough performance to create quality content while traveling. Despite its compact size, this vPro-compatible laptop packs the hardware and features to take on almost any task thrown at it. This includes using AI-enhanced applications such as Microsoft Copilot to generate content and come up with tips to organize your
by Zack Young · Posted
Despite the massive growth in the anamorphic lenses category over the past few years, most filmmakers still find themselves having to choose between lower-budget choices with imaging compromises or pricey picks that give a true widescreen feel. Blazar, previously known as Great Joy, continues to bridge that gap with reasonably priced anamorphics that can go toe-to-toe optically with higher-priced competition. Case in point, the new Cato series featuring a 2x squeeze factor and large format sensor coverage. Blazar also expanded its popular
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
We live in fortunate times because there are no bad cameras. Modern technology has advanced to the point where practically every camera—from a smartphone to professional mirrorless—can be used to create pro-quality imagery. However, some cameras are better than others for certain purposes. Sony knows this, which is why the brand has developed an extensive line of cameras to cover the needs of different users. Let’s take a closer look at which cameras are best for content creators.
Key Features
Content creation covers an incredibly wide range
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
Welcome back! We hope your year is starting off on the right foot. Over here, a new year means preparing for a great deal of new gear. The first few months are crackling with trade shows—CES, NAMM, and CP+ to name a few—and each one brings a truckload of new announcements. Even the first few days aren’t empty, and we have some new equipment to discuss this week.
CES 2024 begins next week and there will be tons of product announcements in the computer and home entertainment categories—cameras usually end up in the mix, too.
Let’s get
by Steven Wong · Posted
Built primarily with professionals and enthusiasts in mind, the stellar, gray-colored 16" MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo Laptop takes content creation, entertainment, and productivity to frontiers. This deceptively lightweight laptop has a powerful Intel® Core Ultra™ 7 155H 16-Core processor inside, which delivers fast and efficient performance. Additionally, integrated Intel® Arc Graphics and other technologies