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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 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 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 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 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 Gladstone · Posted
Productions tend to fall into two categories—a disorganized mass of people scurrying around to somehow get the shot off as the sun goes down, leaving crew and cast exhausted at the end of the day, or a smooth moving production that is more like a complex dance, though not as frenetic, far less exhausting, and far more efficient. If you are only going to be working on a film/video production a single time, then the maddening chaos of the first type of production will probably feel very satisfying. However, if you are looking at working in the
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Since its founding in 1992, DPA Microphones has gained a prestigious reputation in the audio industry for their mics' exceptional quality, crystalline transparency, and rugged and reliable build quality. And while DPA's microphones have found their way onto the stage with Beyonce, onto the sets of Game of Thrones, and into the concert halls of the world's greatest orchestras, what's perhaps most impactful to our world is the contributions they've made to the scientific community: DPA's microphones have enabled advancements in medicine,
by Atane Ofiaja · Posted
When it comes to surveillance systems, the possibilities are endless. This can be intimidating and confusing for someone with limited knowledge about surveillance. Systems run the gamut from complex NVR kits with tons of cameras to simple bundles put together by the end user that require little more than a hub with a camera or two, an additional device, and Wi-Fi connectivity. For most users, the measuring stick for how well a system is designed is how intuitive it is to set up and operate. Ease of use is paramount. Sure, user manuals and
by John Foldi · Posted
Drones have become an essential tool in many different industries and professions, including real estate. Being able to show dramatic images and Hollywood-style video clips of properties has been a game changer for realtors around the world. In this article, we'll go over what makes drones such an ideal fit for shooting real estate, some of the shots you can achieve with them, and some tips to use out in the field. So, whether you're a freelance real estate drone pilot or realtor looking to expand their skill set, let’s dive in.
A Unique
by John Foldi · Posted
Welcome to Drones 101. We know you're eager to actually fly a drone, but before you can lay your hands on a remote control, it's probably best to learn the basics so you can pick the drone that best suits your goals as a new pilot. In this article we'll talk about the different types of drones that are available, then go into essential terminology and some of the more significant drone features. We'll lay it all out in an easy to understand way, so you'll quickly be armed with the information you'll need to head over to
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
It can be hard enough to guide your project from conception to completion without introducing delays and technical issues that lessen the power and impact of your film, delays and issues that often can be easily avoided. To that end, test or calibration charts are invaluable tools for pre-production as well as production, and they are not just for rental houses and camera shops. Most available charts are designed for framing, resolution, and focus, and are suitable for use by equipment owners, "one-man bands" rental houses, and anyone entering
by Frank Abbate · Posted
At this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Samsung made several big announcements regarding its upcoming TV lineup, including new models, new technologies, and exciting new features. Here’s everything we learned about so far.
AI for All
At Samsung’s press conference, CEO and Head of Device eXperience (DX) Division Jong-Hee (JH) Han spoke about Samsung’s vison for making AI an everyday experience they are calling “AI for All.”
“With Home AI, Samsung is creating
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Filming and recording the perfect scene and capturing every moment is fun, but when you're taking hours of raw footage, you'll find that your storage quickly fills up. Whether you are filming scenes large or small, offloading your scenes to an external storage solution can assist with not just holding data, but keeping it organized; this way you don't have piles of CFexpress cards laying around. Choosing your exact storage solution is imperative to revisiting your work, capturing plenty of B-roll, and managing your editing process. That is why