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- Canon C50 – Overview / Q&A
News Shooter (Thursday, 16 October) - ProAV has posted up a livestream they had with Barry Griffin from Canon that provides an in-depth overview and Q&A on Canon’s new C50. The Canon EOS C50 features 7K Open Gate Internal RAW recording at up to 30p, 4K at up to 120p, and 2K at up to 180p.... - CineParts Sony FX9 Transmitter Mounting Bracket News Shooter (Thursday, 16 October) - The CineParts Sony FX9 Transmitter Mounting Bracket allows you to attach Teradek (or other compatible) transmitters and mount them to the side of the FX9 unobstructed. Now, you do require a top plate on your FX9 to make this solution work. It is made from lightweight PA11 ECO, a 100%...
- Nikon adds a Fast Kit Zoom for APS-C Users
Canonrumors (Thursday, 16 October) - Nikon has announced the NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR, which is Nikon’s first Z-mount APS-C (DX) zoom lens with a constant f/2.8 aperture. The Nikkor 16-50mm DX lens features a nine-blade aperture, optical image stabilization, and a customizable control ring. It also offers a minimum focus distance of 0.15m.... - SmallRig VB155 & VB50 Mini V-Mount Batteries on sale News Shooter (Thursday, 16 October) - The SmallRig VB155 and VB50 Mini V-Mount Batteries are on sale for $189.99 USD and $79.99 USD, respectively. SmallRig VB155 Overview The VB155 Mini V-Mount Battery features a compact form factor, making it highly portable and lightweight. Boasting a Battery Management System (BMS) chip that enables 100W fast charging in just three hours...
- Nikon announced two new Nikkor DX mirrorless lenses: 16-50mm f/2.8 & 35mm f/1.7
Nikonrumors (Thursday, 16 October) - The previously reported (first mentioned back in June) two new Nikkor DX mirrorless lenses are now officially announced. Pre-orders are now open at B&H Photo and Foto Erhardt (coming soon to WEX Photo). Here are the main features of both lenses: Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR The... - Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR & DX MC 35mm f/1.7 News Shooter (Thursday, 16 October) - Nikon has announced two new APS-C/DX-format NIKKOR Z lenses, the DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR and DX MC 35mm f/1.7. Both lenses are being touted as affordable, lightweight solutions for content creators and entry-level filmmakers using DX-format Nikon cameras. NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR The NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8...
- MID49 Canon C50 Accessories News Shooter (Thursday, 16 October) - MID49 has a range of new Canon C50 accessories, including a cage, baseplate, viewfinder mounts, gimbal adapters, audio adapters, and accessory kits. Upper Cage for Canon C50 ($250 USD) The Upper Cage for Canon C50 is a form-fitting cage with 1/4-20, 3/8-16, and M4x20mm ARRI MAP threaded holes in several...
- Nikon NX Tether version 2.4.0 released Nikonrumors (Thursday, 16 October) - In addition to the new updates of NX Studio and Wireless Transmitter Utility, Nikon also released a new version of NX Tether: Nikon NX Tether Version 2.4.0: Added support for the ZR. Added U4 shooting mode. Added an “R3D NE 12-bit (R3D)” video file type in picture settings. Sign-in with...
- PIXBOOM Spark walkthrough News Shooter (Thursday, 16 October) - PIXBOOM held a 2-hour-long livestream on YouTube where they did a very detailed walkthrough of their new Spark high-speed camera. Ariel Levesque from I/O Creative in Montreal, who was the original Spark tester since day one, hosted the live event. In the livestream, there were complete real-world setup demonstrations and...
- The Zeiss Otus ML 1.4/85 mirrorless lens for Nikon Z-mount is now shipping Nikonrumors (Thursday, 16 October) - After the initial delay, the new Zeiss Otus ML 1.4/85 mirrorless lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially released and shipping to existing orders. Check availability and pricing at: B&H Photo Foto Erhardt WEX Photo Additional information on the new lens: Focal length: 85mm Aperture ratio: 1:1.4 Minimum aperture:...
- CRDBAG GRID DIVIDE Ecosystem– Modular Storage for Hard Cases News Shooter (Thursday, 16 October) - CRDBAG has unveiled its new GRID DIVIDE Ecosystem, which is a modular storage solution for hard cases. GRID DIVIDE consists of a Universal Carry-On Kit and Two Expansion Kits that allow users to customize their hard cases. GRID DIVIDE is almost like a Meccano set for hard cases. By utilizing...
- YoloLiv YoloCam S3 4K Webcam News Shooter (Thursday, 16 October) - YoloLiv has announced YoloCam S3, which they are touting as a 4K AI-powered webcam designed specifically for creators and professionals. The YoloCam S3 is relatively small and lightweight. It tips the scales at 115g / 4oz. The YoloCam S3 features a 1/1.3″ CMOS sensor. YoloLiv states that this larger sensor,...
- 2025 Nikon Small World competition winners announced Nikonrumors (Thursday, 16 October) - Nikon Instruments announced the winners of the 51st annual Nikon Small World Photomicrography Competition, celebrating over five decades of excellence in microscopy and digital imaging: 1st Place Zhang You, Kunming, Yunnan, China Rice weevil (Sitophilus oryzae) on a grain of rice Image Stacking 5X (Objective Lens Magnification) 2nd Place Dr....
- 10 Horror Movie Openings That Hook You From the First Scene
NoFilmSchool (Wednesday, 15 October) - We harp on opening scenes around here because they're important, but they're especially important if you're making a horror film. Horror movies live or die in those first few minutes (just like, probably, one of your hapless characters).The opening is where you set the tone, establish what your movie actually... - The Hybrid DP: How Mathew Rudenberg Blends Realism with Narrative Cinema NoFilmSchool (Wednesday, 15 October) - One look at Mathew Rudenberg’s filmography, and one question comes to mind: how does he do it all? The South African-born cinematographer has lensed everything from the moody, arthouse visuals of Ultrasound to the explosive comedy of Die Hart 2, from cult TV hits like Kroll Show to the Emmy-winning...
