- Older News
- Canon EOS R1: Firmware v1.1.2 Released
Canonrumors (Thursday, 24 July) - Canon has released new major firmware for the EOS R1 for the second time in a week. This update fixes an issue where video could not be recorded correctly when using a memory card larger than 2TB with the [Pre-recording] setting enabled. It also fixes an issue where the camera... - Godox KNOWLED AM1600R Full-color Light Mat
News Shooter (Thursday, 24 July) - Godox has officially announced its new KNOWLED AM1600R full-color light mat. With 1600W full-color output, the AM1600R was built to help illuminate large-scale scenarios. It is available in 4’×8‘ and 8’×8‘ flexible sizes, while detachable diffusers and accessories. It features CCT/HSI/RGBW/GEL/FX color modes, and full +/- G/M adjustment. We first... - How '300' Gave Us the Internet’s Fiercest Battle Cry
NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 24 July) - One kick. One roar. One diplomat flying down a pit like a rag doll in a toga. That’s how 300 introduced itself to pop culture. When King Leonidas, played by a bearded, bellowing Gerard Butler, growled, “This is Sparta!” and booted the poor envoy off a cliff, the world was... - 7 Most Incredible Alien Invasion Movies Ever Made NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 24 July) - What if first contact wasn’t peaceful? What if the invaders were already among us?That’s the unsettling thrill that alien invasion films thrive on—tapping into the primal fear that something smarter, stronger, and totally indifferent to human life could drop from the sky at any moment.But these movies are more than...
- PROTON PIO-E & PROTON ZOOM News Shooter (Thursday, 24 July) - PROTON has announced its new PIO-E, which allows for IP control for all PROTON cameras. They have also announced that their PROTON ZOOM camera is also shipping. The PIO-E is the IP-enabled version of their PIO interface. With a single Ethernet cable, you get power (PoE), camera control, and bi-directional...
- 7 Best Korean Movies of All Time NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 24 July) - Korean movies have not received the attention they deserve for a very long time, largely due to their limited global exposure. Overshadowed by its contemporary dominant film industries and logistical factors like the lack of distribution channels, language barriers, and cultural unfamiliarity, Korean films were confined to niche international film...
- Viltrox AF 90mm F3.5 Lens for the DJI Inspire 3 News Shooter (Thursday, 24 July) - The Viltrox AF 90mm F3.5 Lens for the DJI Inspire 3 is the first 90mm telephoto aerial lens with a native DJI-compatible DL mount. The AF 90mm F3.5 DL is claimed to delivers a unique mid-telephoto view with strong spatial compression and smooth subject separation, expanding creative options for drone...
- Jaws’ Most Famous Line Was Actually an Inside Joke on Set NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 24 July) - Anytime I’m on a feature film set where everything is falling apart, I tell myself that I’m a part of something as great as Steven Spielberg’s Jaws, and I must be patient for the magic to unravel.Not that I ever have been the recipient of such a miracle (and yet...
- The Only Rebel T5i Lens Guide You’ll Ever Need Canonrumors (Wednesday, 23 July) - The Canon Rebel T5i (a.k.a. EOS 700D, with 18 MP, DIGIC 5, and 5 fps live view) is the underdog of DSLRs—small, playful, and full of heart. To truly unlock its creative spirit, you need the right lens. Here are four lenses that take this little Rebel from decent snapshots to smile-worthy brilliance....
- Night Sky Cheat Sheet: Best Camera Settings for Astrophotography Canonrumors (Wednesday, 23 July) - Because the stars won’t wait for “auto mode.” Astrophotography — aka the magical art of turning your camera into a portal to the cosmos. Whether you’re dreaming of nailing your first star trail shot or finally giving the Milky Way the justice it deserves, knowing your settings is half the...
- How Composer Angelica Camacho Helped Shape Nickelodeon's 'Wylde Pak' From The Ground Up NoFilmSchool (Wednesday, 23 July) - How do you imagine the music of a purely cartoon world steeped in family and heritage? That's the task composer Angelica Camacho was sent when she began work on Nickelodeon's Wylde Pak.Angelica not only co-composed the music and produced the score, but also assembled and led the music team, managed...
- Orson Welles' Warning to Filmmakers: Don't Watch Too Many Movies NoFilmSchool (Wednesday, 23 July) - I remember in college learning to write my first screenplay. It was such an exhilarating time for me. Our teacher told us the script could only be five pages long, and it basically counted as our final exam. My script was a comedy about two best friends, and one was...
- Read Some of the Best Francis Ford Coppola Screenplays NoFilmSchool (Wednesday, 23 July) - Francis Ford Coppola is a towering figure of the New Hollywood era. He's celebrated as much for his visionary directing as for his profound and often deeply personal screenplays. His scripts are characterized by their meticulous structure, rich character development, and a willingness to delve into the complex and often...
- What Are The 5 Most Popular Focal Lengths in Film? NoFilmSchool (Wednesday, 23 July) - When it comes to filmmaking, I am always trying to learn more so I can be more well-rounded. I want to look professional on set, and I want to be able to engage in conversations with people from other departments. Someday, I hope to direct a feature film. So, there...
- Benedict Cumberbatch Chastises Hollywood as a “Grossly Wasteful Industry” NoFilmSchool (Wednesday, 23 July) - If you've spent a lot of time on set, seeing how Hollywood movies are made, you'll notice that the most efficient ones waste the least amount. Whether that's time, money, or resources, you want your sets to click into gear and to make things easier on everyone involved. You don't...
