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by Gabby Bloch · Posted
Diving into the world of content creation requires some decent equipment. You don’t need to spend a bunch of money either; sometimes you can get by with some basic stuff just to see if you even enjoy the process of creating content. You don’t want to sound muffled or experience audio issues that could ruin your content. Trust me, I’ve been there before. Whether you are live streaming to an audience, making YouTube videos, TikToks, or anything else, we have a few suggestions to help you find the best mics for gaming and live streaming. Most of
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
For macro photographers, having the right gear is essential. Magnification and lighting are key, but you don’t necessarily need the biggest, priciest macro lenses out there to get close-up shots. If you’re a macro photographer yourself or buying a gift for one, we have some excellent recommendations for every budget.
Gifts Under $50
1. Close-up macro filters (like this
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Microsoft recently revealed the Surface Laptop Ultra designed with NVIDIA RTX Spark at the center of the device. NVIDIA is the top dog when it comes to graphics cards and Microsoft has one of the largest footprints when it comes to operating systems. On paper, this partnership makes sense, but does it pay off? Microsoft was kind enough to send over their Surface Laptop Ultra to us and I have some impressions that I
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
For more than 50 years, B&H Photo has been the creative professional’s choice for photo, video, and audio gear. But did you know we’re also one of the most trusted resources when it comes to buying and trading used gear?
With the B&H Trade-In program, you can turn your pre
by Zack Young · Posted
Virtual production is a fast-growing space with ever-evolving tools, but one mainstay for media servers, playback, and compositing is Assimilate’s Live FX Studio. Available with a perpetual, yearly, or three month license, this powerful piece of software can help you pull off advanced image-based lighting (IBL), as well as keying, masking, metadata creation, and more. I talked to
by Steven Esposito · Posted
When it comes to the gear computer professionals use, there are a ton of different tools they swear by—many of which you might not have heard of. With that in mind, today we'll be looking at the underrated tools pros swear by and how those tools can help improve and enhance your workflow.
Xcellon Pro Hub 10
I like to start out with a few devices like hubs! They are great for all sorts of scenarios like trying to expand the
by Luke Rollins · Posted
What is it about the 2000s look that is so compelling right now? One could chalk it up to the eternal recurrence of 20-year nostalgia cycles, of which the retro digicam revival would be yet another instance. But this kind of historicism elides the character of what is missed, and why its retrieval is attempted in the first place.
Smartphone bad; we know this. Rejecting the smartphone, however, does not immediately lead one to retro digicams. One could just as easily move toward the nostalgia of film as toward the competent excellence of today
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Keyboards, the tool you absolutely need when it comes to navigating a computer. There are so many different types of keyboards that feature a slew of elements that make some keyboards good for one thing, but not so good for another. How do we know what is best for you? By educating you on the features, how they work, and why you would get one for any specific reason. So, if you are shopping around for your next keyboard, this is the place to be!
Types of Keyboards
There are a bunch of different types of keyboards, but what makes them specific
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
If renowned landscape photographer Ansel Adams were alive today, he would surely be astounded at the variety of cameras available. When compared to his hulking 8x10 view camera, today’s cameras look like child’s play. He would also be flabbergasted at the image quality these little devices produce.
This year, we have a bottomless well of cameras
by Zack Young · Posted
With cameras outputting increasingly higher resolutions, many creatives are deciding to de-sharpen their images and find new ways to wipe away some of that digital sheen, easing highlight transitions in the process and adding analog warmth to modern video. Kondor Blue’s first entry into the world of softening is their Opaline Diffusion Filter, with a new screw-on offering now available in a variety of sizes and strengths. We
by Steven Esposito · Posted
HTC is happy to announce its latest entry into the world of AI-enabled glasses: the VIVE Eagle. Coming in many different frame styles, lens types, and colorways, the VIVE Eagle not only has the power to capture various moments but also acts as a wearable assistant. With a soft round frame and design that embodies balance and comfort, the VIVE Eagle is as comfortable as it is useful.
Comfort and Design
Whether you are hiking or creating content in the comfort of your
by Luke Rollins · Posted
At first glance, studio photography and the compact camera may seem strange bedfellows. The type of work associated with the studio—still life, product photography, portraiture, macro photography—usually wants cameras with larger sensors and interchangeable lenses, especially in professional applications. Compact, point-and-shoot cameras, for their part, have their natural home in everyday, travel, nightlife, and street applications, where their discretion and size become virtues.
It might seem almost cruel to introduce the compact to 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 Steven Esposito · Posted
Building a PC can be difficult for those who are new to the hobby. Seasoned builders like me picked up on a lot of tips and tricks when it comes to assembling PCs, so today I am going to share a full step-by-step guide on how to assemble your PC with a few extra pieces of information to help you along the way. We are going to answer questions and do our best to ensure that your installation process goes smoothly.
I am going to assume that you, reader, are a fellow gaming enthusiast. I am also going to speak about the most common types of PCs
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Content creation can be as simple as we make it, but if you truly want to make your content stand out, you’ll need the right tools to do it. Visually pleasing lighting and quality audio can go a long way to legitimizing your work and giving it a pro level feel. In this guide, we’ve put together a few kits ranging from budget friendly to higher end and everything in between.
Best Budget Kit
It’s said that the best camera is the one you have available. Odds are, you likely have a smartphone, so that’s our budget camera. Most modern smartphones