NAB2026
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Legacy broadcasting has taken a big shift over the decades, with the shift to digital and now to streaming. Nick and Doug discuss the broadcast, film, and streaming industries, and where heading.
0:00 - Intro
0:50 - From Legacy Broadcasting to Online Content
8:42 - Democratization of Technology
14:03 - Will Smartphones Replace Cine Cameras and Camcorders?
24:32 - The Oversaturation of Content
25:32 - How Does AI Fit Into the Puzzle?
31:20 - NAB 2027
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Doug and Nick are back in the B&H booth's temporary podcast studio to share highlights from day 2 of the NAB Show 2026 (including a few unannounced products!). Ridiculously powerful lighting, broadcasting lenses, shoulder rigs—you won't want to miss a thing from our Las Vegas NAB 2026 roundup!
0:00 - DJI Gear
0:58 - Aputure Booth
7:49 - FUJIFILM Booth
10:20 - Canon Booth
17:49 - SmallRig Booth
25:21 - Nanlux & Nanlite Booth
29:28 - Acsoon Booth
33:30 - Viltrox Booth
36:20 - What's Next?
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Doug and Nick sit down at the B&H Podcast booth to discuss the new announcements from NAB Day 1, such as RODE's RODECaster Studio, GoPro's entrance into cine cameras, DaVinci Resolve's new photo editing feature, and so much more. Whether you're interested in cine cameras, new livestreaming setup, or broadcasting, there's something for you in this video!
0:00 Tilta Booth
4:25 Blackmagic Design Booth
10:50 GoPro Booth
16:13 Atomos Booth
20:46 RØDE Booth
25:17 Adobe Booth
29:21 What's Next?
Hollyland is stepping things up with the new Pyro Ultra system, wireless transmitters and receivers capable of sending low latency 4K60p video using proprietary TWiFi technology. Connect one transmitter to an unlimited number of receivers, with automatic frequency hopping and an impressive line-of-sight transmission range of 4900’.
RODE has developed a brand-new Micro-Electro-Mechanical-System (MEMS) microphone technology they’ve dubbed SONAURA, the culmination of five years of research and development collaboration with Infineon Technologies. The new SONAURA microphone technology aims to redefine how professional audio is captured, with its ultra-compact 4mm x 5mm dimensions, industry-leading Signal-to-Noise Radio (SNR) of 83 dB, and a self-noise of 11 dBA.
This tech will be introduced across new next-gen products from RODE and the Freedman Group lineup beginning with
Atomos is scaling up its monitoring solutions with the release of the Sumo PRO-19 4K HDR Monitor-Recorder-Switcher. The new iteration of the 19” monitor features a notable display resolution upgrade to UHD 4K HDR while maintaining a combination of live switching and routing capabilities. Like most Atomos monitors, the Sumo PRO-19 features both SDI and HDMI connectivity, comprehensive color support, and a wide array of
Canon has unveiled three unique products for the professional broadcast space, including a CINE-SERVO 40-1200mm T5.0-10.8 lens with a built-in 1.5x extender, the compact and powerful RC-1P300 PTZ controller, and the long range ultra-high-sensitivity MS-510 multipurpose camera.
The CINE-SERVO 40-1200mm T5.0-10.8 will be
Nanlux expands the Evoke line with its most portable offering to date, the new Evoke 5C RGB LED spotlight, available by itself, in a standard kit with magnetic accessories, or as part of an eight-light kit. This 6W fixture has a massive 1000-20,000K CCT range, alongside +/-200 green/magenta tint shifting and an extensive Gel Mode. The Evoke 5C weighs only 160g and measures 2.2 x 1.7 x 1.7" with IP67 weatherproofing.
Deity has announced the new PR-4 Portable 4-Input 32-Bit Float Field Recorder, a compact recording solution that offers four microphone inputs and six-track recording in a small enough package to be mounted directly onto a camera and carried in a lightweight production bag.
Deity Microphones PR-4 Portable 4-Input 32-Bit Float Field Recorder
The new field recorder caters to
Blackmagic Design announced a wide variety of new products in advance of next week's National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) show, including switchers, converters, cameras, and more. Many of them utilize the latest in 100G Ethernet technology and adhere to SMPTE 2110 standards. Let's break down what we saw and where the future of broadcast is headed.
Live Production Solutions
The Blackmagic ATEM 4 M/E Constellation IP is a new switcher with 32 possible inputs and a standards converter on each, routed via four 100GbE ports that can each
ASUS is happy to announce its latest ProArt displays backed by OLED technology, giving users high resolution, deep colorization, and vivid imagery suitable for both work and play. Sporting a 27” display, the ProArt gives you a wide canvas for your media while also remaining compact enough to save space at a workstation or desk.
TASCAM has unveiled a major update to their 2025 DR-40X with the DR-40XP 4-Channel 32-bit Float Portable Field Recorder, offering new features, fixes, and updates that promise to provide even higher quality recordings while staying easy and intuitive to use.
TASCAM DR-40XP 4-Channel 32-Bit Float
RF Venue’s flagship wireless antenna, the Diversity Fin, has been updated with an IP44 rating to withstand the rigors of the outdoor elements. The new offering is perfect for large outdoor venues and other event or production spaces that need reliable and solid wireless performance.
RF Venue Diversity Fin IPX Antenna & DISTRO5
Anamorphic options continue to grow more compact and affordable with the new DZOFilm Arcana T2.1 primes. These PL-mount lenses feature a 1.5x squeeze and are available in 32mm, 45mm, 75mm, or as a set with all three. The Arcana primes promise full frame sensor coverage with dramatic oval bokeh and anamorphic flares that mirror
DPA Microphones is announcing the new CORE+ line of microphones, a revolutionary leap ahead in terms of mic design. CORE+ effectively neutralizes distortion across the entire dynamic range of the microphone, making any residual distortion imperceptible and virtually unmeasurable.
DPA Microphones 4097 CORE+ Microphones
The new IP58-rated