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- 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...
- Francis Ford Coppola is Recutting Megalopolis to Be 'Weirder' NoFilmSchool (Wednesday, 23 July) - Francis Ford Coppola is one of the greatest directors of all time. His work in film across five decades is important and worthy of revisiting as much as one can. What he did last year with Megalopolis was nothing short of amazing. He built a world and created a film...
- LA Film Production Drops 6.2% in Q2 2025 Despite Expanded Tax Credits
CineD (Wednesday, 23 July) - The numbers tell a sobering story. On-location film and television production in Greater Los Angeles dropped 6.2 percent in the second quarter of 2025, marking another chapter in what has become a persistent narrative of production decline in the entertainment capital of the world. But for the first time in... - Angelbird's New Solid Flex Cables Are Built for Speed NoFilmSchool (Wednesday, 23 July) - Looking to effortlessly offload your data, transfer with premium speed, or ensure low-latency, stable camera-to-computer connections? Well, then we have some good news for you.Angelbird, the company known for memory storage and transfer products, has announced a new series of Solid Flex cables that should cover a pretty wide range...
- Fujifilm Releases Firmware Updates for Multiple Cameras With New Wireless Communication Security Enhancements NoFilmSchool (Wednesday, 23 July) - While they can sometimes be seen as slightly negative, at least if they’re being issued quickly to resolve critical issues, firmware updates are actually pretty much always a positive thing. And, rest assured, if there’s a firmware update for your camera, you should absolutely consider downloading and installing it right...
- all-new PRVKE V4 Line has officially launched on the Wandrd website, Amazon and BHphoto
43Rumors (Wednesday, 23 July) - The new Wandrd V4 Camera Backpack is now available for preorder at BHphoto, Amazon and Wandrd. PetaPixel tested the bag and concluded: The Wandrd Prvke V4 21L Camera Backpack and Essential Camera Cube V2 are impressive improvements over previous models. The V4 backpack shines with its updated design, which prioritizes... - Atomos Totally Reengineers Its Ninja Monitor Line With New Ninja TX Monitor-Recorder NoFilmSchool (Wednesday, 23 July) - While the classic Ninja monitor line has been one of the most popular monitor-recorder series on the market for years, Atomos has released a significant update that reengineers the line with a new focus and numerous new features.Let’s look at the new Ninja TX 5.2” Camera-to-Cloud (C2C) monitor-recorder and explore...
- Angelbird Solid Flex USB Cables Released – Rugged Support for Fast Charging, High-Res Output CineD (Wednesday, 23 July) - Angelbird has released a new series of Solid Flex cables that cover everything from everyday charging and editing needs to long, tethered studio setups. The range now includes USB-C 4.0, USB-C 3.2 Tether, and USB-A-to-C 3.2 cables in a variety of lengths and shapes. Let’s take a look at each...
- ThePhoBlographer about the Sony RX1rIII: “there’s a lot to love about it”
SonyAlphaRumors (Wednesday, 23 July) - Sony RX1rIII preorders at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, Fotokoch, Fotoerhardt, Calumet, WexUK. ThePhoBlographer shared his first impressions of the Sony RX1R III. While acknowledging the camera’s limitations, he writes: I’m really not sure it was worth the wait. And more importantly, I’m not sure that it’s worth the price. But at... - Sony FX2 Camera and BLAZAR Mantis 1.33x 35mm Anamorphic Lens Goes Daruma Dolls CineD (Wednesday, 23 July) - We recently received the new BLAZAR Mantis 1.33x 35mm full-frame anamorphic lens to test, and we wanted to pair it with the new yet-to-be-released Sony FX2. We’ve already reviewed the new Sony, but with the BLAZER APEX 1.33x, which is an APS-C autofocus lens. To complete our testing, we asked...
- Just announced: New Godox iT20/iT22 ultra compact flash for MFT cameras 43Rumors (Wednesday, 23 July) - Godox launched the new compact flashes for MFT cameras: Godox iT20 at BHphoto and Amazon. Godox iT22 at BHphoto and Amazon. Godox Magnetic Attachment Kit for iT20, iT22, iM20 & iM22 at BHphoto and Amazon. Godox Diffuser for iT20 at BHphoto and Amazon....
- Japan–US Strike New Deal: 15% Tariffs Announced, More Price Hikes Ahead? SonyAlphaRumors (Wednesday, 23 July) - Most camera makers already raised prices when the temporary 10% tariff took effect. Now, with both countries agreeing on a permanent 15% tariff, further price hikes could be on the way. For example: The new Sony RX1R III could soon see its price rise by several hundred dollars! Sony RX1rIII...
- Aputure STORM 400x Released – Compact and Powerful COB LED Light with BLAIR Light Engine CineD (Wednesday, 23 July) - Aputure released their third COB LED light featuring the BLAIR light engine: the STORM 400x. This compact unit features a CCT range of 2,500K to 10,000K, along with complete plus/minus green-magenta tint control. The light head and ballast are IP65-rated to endure the most challenging shooting conditions, and it features...
- 10% off on Albert Dros “Lightroom for Landscapes” SonyAlphaRumors (Wednesday, 23 July) - Use the checkout code “MOON” to get 10% off the “Lightroom for Landscapes” tutorial from famous Sony Ambassador Albert Dros. The post 10% off on Albert Dros “Lightroom for Landscapes” first appeared on sonyalpharumors....
