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Filmmaker Cooper O’Hearn and photographer Derek Fahsbender team up to break down filmmaking to its core, from pre-production and camera settings to storytelling, theory, color-grading and more.
0:00 - Intro
7:58 - Photography vs. Videography
10:59 - Frame rates & Shutter speed
17:29 - ND filters
19:18 - Aperture& ISO
24:32 - White balance
26:17 - Peaking & zebras
29:49 - Audio
32:21 - Color Profiles
34:22 - Editing software
36:19 - File storage
42:23 - Types of shots
45:13 - Filming tips
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
In this article series, we will take a look at five different production styles and come up with suggestions for camera accessories suitable for that style. This article will cover a range of different camera bodies and should provide a foundation for building out your camera package. Please note that for the purposes of this article, I will be excluding smartphones as well as action cameras, focusing instead on accessories for camcorders, DSLRs, mirrorless, and digital cinema cameras. Remember, if you go to the product page for your camera on
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Whether you’re a student or a seasoned veteran, selecting the right camera can make your head spin with questions. Does sensor size matter? What’s the difference between 4:2:0 and 4:2:2? Do I really need a camera that can record 8K? What about raw? We’ll explain the key components that help a camera produce cinematic images, and in doing so, hopefully help you make that all-important decision.
Evaluate Your Needs and Your Budget
Before considering certain cameras, you must know your needs and your budget. And be realistic. If you are a student
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
As we begin to wrap up the year, we’d like to look back at some of our favorite product launches and moments in the photo industry. As it turns out, this has been quite the year for Nikon. Today, we’re looking at some of the best releases Nikon saw in 2025, from upgrades of existing models to integration of the RED cinema camera technology.
Nikon Z5 II Mirrorless Camera
In April, Nikon delivered a much-needed update to their entry level full-frame camera. The original Z5 was never the fastest camera in its class, but it had a larger battery
by Zack Young · Posted
Nearly a year after FUJIFILM first announced the GFX ETERNA 55 cinema camera, we’re finally learning the internal specs, recording formats, Film Simulations, and more, as well as details on the 32-90mm T3.5 Power Zoom lens. The GFX ETERNA 55 will utilize a massive 43.8 x 32.9mm 102MP CMOS II HS sensor and an X-Processor 5 to
by Zack Young · Posted
Matte boxes have become an increasingly common part of camera setups even for smaller crews, but there still exists a large gap between classic high-end offerings and newer budget-friendly variations. Kondor Blue is attempting to bridge the gap with their well-built but still affordably priced 4x5 Matte Box System. The Base Kit comes with the front unit hood, top flag, and 95mm clamp-on lens adapter, while the
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Andy To discusses the filmmaking equipment he used for his latest short film, The Creative Athlete. Sony's FX3 and FX6 are Netflix-approved cameras that provide speed, efficiency, and versatility. They also allow him to develop his skills in order to make a feature film in the future.
0:00 - Cameras & Memory Cards
2:44 - ND Filters
3:18 - B&H SuperStore Shopping Interlude
3:48 - Lenses
6:43 - Gimbal & Tripod
7:41 - Mics & Sound Overall
9:56 - Final Thoughts
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by Mary Latvis · Posted
In a truly exciting development for aspiring filmmakers, RED DIGITAL CINEMA has substantially lowered the cost of its KOMODO 6K cinema camera to just $2995. They’ve also released a firmware update that improves the KOMODO’s performance, including adding some features found in the more advanced
![RED Announces Z-Mount Versions of the V-RAPTOR [X] and KOMODO [X]](https://static.bhphotovideo.com/explora/sites/default/files/styles/356x200/public/red-announces-z-mount-versions-of-the-v-raptor-x-and-komodo-x-ts.jpg?itok=G32KqPGF "RED Announces Z-Mount Versions of the V-RAPTOR [X] and KOMODO [X]")
by Zack Young · Posted
Since Nikon acquired RED Digital Cinema last year, we’ve seen a couple collaborations on the software front, but now the brands have unveiled their first hardware collaborations, new iterations of RED’s popular V-RAPTOR [X] and KOMODO [X] cinema cameras, now with locking Nikon Z-mounts. Releasing alongside these models are new Z-to-PL mount adapters, some with electronic ND filters, as well as conversion kits for shooters who want to add a Z-mount to
by Zack Young · Posted
There are countless brands putting out budget-friendly cinema lenses at the moment, but DZOFilm has separated itself from the pack with quality and consistency. Now the brand is making its biggest play yet at the professional space with the DZOFilm Arles series, T1.4 cinema lenses that cover full-frame and Vista Vision sensors. The look of the Arles attempts to bridge the gap between
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
Taking to the skies to capture breathtaking footage has never been easier. Modern drones are not only incredible filmmaking tools they are also becoming more affordable and accessible. Filmmakers looking to take flight will want to find something that can capture cinematic imagery with ease. Fortunately, there are plenty of options available today. Whether you are a first-time content creator, professional filmmaker, or anywhere
by Zack Young · Posted
2024 was a big year for video, as professional-level tools continued to become more accessible for aspiring filmmakers and creatives. Cinema cameras that cost less than ten grand can now compete with those that go for six figures. This opening up of the camera ecosystem means consumers have an increased power and ability to pick and choose exactly which features matter most to them. Once you decide what kind of projects you want to be shooting, you can
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
In some sense, photographers are easy people for whom to shop. An entire store (B&H Photo!) exists so that others can bestow amazing gifts on their photographer loved ones. But, in another sense, photographers can be very good at shopping for themselves (at B&H Photo!) and that makes gift-giving to a photographer a challenge.
We asked some B&H staff, members of the B&H Creative Partnership team, and B&H affiliates what was the best photography-related gift they ever received. These are some of their responses.
Alexander
by Stepan Andranikian · Posted
If you have ever been involved in filmmaking, chances are good that you’ve seen a matte box. You might have even wondered: What exactly do these contraptions do? Well, on top of being a cool-looking headpiece for your camera rig, matte boxes offer a variety of useful functions that can elevate the quality of your shooting experience and your captured imagery.
From manipulating light, adding creative flair to your visuals, and protecting
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The Canon EOS C80 Cinema Camera is an exciting step forward for the Cinema EOS line, combining flagship features of the powerful C400 cinema camera with the smaller, lighter form factor of the popular C70.