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- Sony RX1rIII gets the Gold Award at Dpreview: “hard to think of a photographers’ compact that takes better images so readily”
SonyAlphaRumors (Wednesday, 6 August) - Sony RX1rIII in Stock at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, Fotokoch, Fotoerhardt, Calumet, WexUK. Dpreview published the full Sony RX1rIII review and concluded: The RX1R III is the smallest full-frame camera on the market. It features a 35mm F2 lens that can be a touch soft at wide apertures but delivers the... - CineD Best-of-Show Award at IBC 2025 – Submissions Now Open for Manufacturers
CineD (Wednesday, 6 August) - With IBC 2025 just around the corner, our editorial team is once again preparing for one of our biggest trade show coverages of the year. As always, we’ll be on the ground in Amsterdam with a full crew interviewing companies, creating video and social media content, writing articles, and highlighting... - SUPER WILD: OM Digital had a discussion about going medium format
43Rumors (Wednesday, 6 August) - I heard from a source that two years ago OM Digital was investigating the possibility of developing a new type of camera with a different sensor size. One of those ideas centered on switching to medium format. Here is what the source told me: There are engineering samples testing regarding... - Canon RF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM II May Have Appeared in Latest Patent
Canonrumors (Wednesday, 6 August) - Canon has submitted a patent application in Japan for a series of fast, supertelephoto prime lenses that reduce the size of the current EF and RF versions of the 300mm f/2.8, 400mm f/2.8 and 500mm f/4. RF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM II The 400mm f/2.8L IS USM in this optical... - Tilta Wants You to Rig Your Mavic 4 Pro Drone as a Handheld Camera (Yes, Really) CineD (Wednesday, 6 August) - Tilta just announced a handheld support system that turns your DJI Mavic 4 Pro drone into a terrestrial camera rig. Yes, really. At $125, they’re asking you to ground your flying machine and use it like a regular handheld camera. It’s either brilliantly innovative or completely insane – and we’re...
- CineD and Jeven Dovey love the Sony FX2: “the most desirable compact camera in Sony’s FX line” SonyAlphaRumors (Wednesday, 6 August) - Sony FX2 at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama. Fotokoch, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK Just like the recently announced Sony RX1rIII also the Sony FX2 got little love from the “influencer” community. But two famous platforms do disagree! CineD tested the Sony FX2 with the Blazar Mantis 1.33x 35mm Anamorphic Lens and writes: To me,...
- Sirui SVS75 Rapid-System Carbon Fiber Tripod with SVH15 Fluid Head (75mm) on sale for $499 USD
News Shooter (Wednesday, 6 August) - The Sirui SVS75 Rapid-System Carbon Fiber Tripod with SVH15 Fluid Head (75mm) is on sale for $499 USD, which is a discount of $500 USD. The SVS75 Rapid System One-Step Height Adjustment Tripod features a top twist lock on each leg that enables you to rapidly extend all three sections on each... - DIYPhotography Uni LensCap Released for DSLR and Mirrorless Systems – A Universal Lens Cap CineD (Wednesday, 6 August) - Photographers and filmmakers who work with different camera systems and lenses often find themselves sorting through a tangle of mismatched lens caps. I know I do. Enter the Uni LensCap – a single, stretch-fit solution that adapts to nearly every DSLR and mirrorless lens in the 60 to 90mm diameter...
- DIY Photography Uni LensCap– Universal Lens Protection News Shooter (Wednesday, 6 August) - DIY Photography has launched its new Uni LensCap, which they are touting as a next-generation universal lens cover. As the name suggests, it is a universal lens cap that can be used on a large array of lenses. The Uni LensCap is claimed to offer a snug, tear-resistant fit and...
- Exploring Realistic & Affordable Virtual Production with Matt Ryan | Full Presentation APEX 2025 News Shooter (Wednesday, 6 August) - Aputure has posted up a very informative talk and demonstration from cinematographer Matt Ryan at APEX 2025, which goes into a lot of detail about how to do affordable and realistic virtual production. Using 2D, pre-rendered environments and Aputure’s new product line optimized for image-based lighting, Matt shoots a short...
- How to set up and use the MUTINY ISO X2 & ISO X2+ 12G SDI 1:2 Video Distribution Amplifier with Isolator News Shooter (Wednesday, 6 August) - MUTINY has posted a nice video explaining how to use its ISO X2 and ISO X2+. The MUTINY ISO X2 and ISO X2+ are both True 12G SDI 1:2 (1x in 2x out) video distribution amplifiers with 12G isolators built in and re-clocked equalized outputs (for cleaner signal, longer runs,...
- What’s a Chyron in Film?: Definition, Examples & Why It Matters
NoFilmSchool (Wednesday, 6 August) - Do you know what a chyron is?There’s a famous clip from the Paramount+ TV show, The Good Fight. Adrian Boseman (Delroy Lindo) appears on a cable show segment that goes viral. During the fictional show within the show, a little strip of text is at the bottom of the screen:... - Stream of Consciousness Explained—And How Writers Use It NoFilmSchool (Wednesday, 6 August) - Ever tried to follow your thoughts while brushing your teeth? One moment, you are thinking about toothpaste flavors; the next, you wonder if penguins have knees. Suddenly, you are replaying an argument you had three years ago, but this time, you are winning. That, my friend, is your brain on...
- Johnny Depp at His Best: 7 Unforgettable Roles NoFilmSchool (Wednesday, 6 August) - The list of the most versatile actors is incomplete without Johnny Depp in the top five. His unique approach to character portrayals, focused on their internal traumas and experiences, has always worked in his favor, giving us iconic characters such as Captain Jack Sparrow and Willy Wonka. Depp made his...
- Legendary Flicks Born Again: 6 Best Film Reboots of All Time NoFilmSchool (Wednesday, 6 August) - Film reboots are often received with a mix of excitement and skepticism. And why not? They are reimagined versions of established franchises. Leveraging nostalgia, these films have been drawing in audiences with the promise of honoring the essence of the original source material while elevating the storytelling with relevant themes...
