Posted 09/25/2022
Powerfully bright with solid build quality, the GVM RGB LED panels are a great addition to any photo or video lighting setup. In this B&H Online video, the YU200R is being used as a fill light at 15%, while the YU300R is being used as a key light at 30%. Do these lights have a future spot in your photo studio?
0:00 - Introduction
0:35 - Case
1:00 - Specs
1:48 - Differences
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If Atomos’s monitors are already great, what could possibly make them better? If you ask Atomos, the brand would say adding more connectivity options so shooters can send their footage directly to the cloud to stream to the outside world or to instantly share with collaborators ups the ante. This is what the CONNECT lineup delivers and, after spending some time with it, I can confirm that it is a true next step for Atomos monitors.
Three Monitors on Display
The CONNECT series comprises a total of three products:
Posted 09/18/2022
Let's take a look at the RED V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV Cinema Camera, which boasts a 35.4MP 8K VV Sensor, up to 8K120 Video, RED's first integrated electronic ND filters, and more. To learn more about what this cinema camera can do for your productions, check out the RED V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV announcement.
0:00 - Introduction
0:29 - Specs
3:10 - Production Packages
7:56 - Final Thoughts
Posted 08/07/2022
Kandao is bringing 3D capabilities to the masses with its QooCam EGO, the world's first instant 3D camera! Perfect for selfies, vlogs, and lifestyle videos, this camera allows you to capture, view, edit, and share 3D photos and video.
Are you a vlogger? Is the QooCam EGO a piece of gear you would try? Tell us why or why not, below.
Posted 06/19/2022
Lightweight with superb image quality, DJI's Mini 3 Pro boasts a 1 x 1.3" sensor, 4K60p video, tri-directional obstacle avoidance sensor, 8K hyper-lapse shooting, vertical shooting mode, and more!
Click here to learn more about the DJI Mini 3 Pro.
0:00 - Overview
0:45 - Specs
4:50 - Accessories & Kit
5:46 - More Upgrades
6:10 - Final Thoughts
Any final thoughts of your own? Share them in the Comments section, below!
Posted 06/15/2022
DJI has upped its gimbal game with the introduction of the RS 3 and RS 3 Pro models, along with the long-distance O3 Pro Video Transmission system. Both gimbals feature automated axis locks that unlock in lightning-fast time, letting you jump right into the action so you don’t miss that crucial shot. An updated stabilization algorithm, SuperSmooth mode, and new quick-release plate designs make your gimbal capture easier and more impressive than ever before. The RS 3 and RS 3 Pro also share exciting new features, such as wireless shutter
We've all seen them, but how can you create one?
As you shop for your first or next home, research a new vacation location, or (like me) cruise around Street View, you might stop and wonder: “How are these 3D tours made?” The answer is less complex than one might think, thanks to Matterport, and its line of 3D modeling solutions.
From allowing the use of smartphones and third-party VR cameras for scanning to streamlining the acquisition process with its online platform and companion application to offering a reliable, field proof, 3D
Posted 05/31/2022
ARRI’s new ALEXA 35 camera is already making waves in the cinematography world, and we are happy to provide you with the latest info. Boasting a new sensor design and new color science, the ALEXA 35 is a brand new camera with 17 stops of dynamic range (2.5 more than previous ALEXA cameras), and a familiar Super 35mm camera package with a host of dedicated accessories that will fit into established on-set workflows. Truly a 4K camera with a 4.6K resolution sensor that fulfills the mandates for 4K origination while using a Super 35mm-sized
by Peter Maziarz · Posted 05/23/2022
Nanlite released its first tube lights three years prior to the release of the latest version, the PavoTube II X-Series. The original PavoTubes were a great, budget-friendly option for shooters, but there were a number of fair criticisms regarding the lights’ design and performance. The PavoTube II X-Series of lights tackle most of these issues by implementing improved LED technology, added features, and a redesigned body.
The PavoTube IIs come in three sizes. They are available in the 2'
Lighting your video scenes often requires the specific abilities offered by several types of lighting fixtures. While my on-set experience has made me more familiar with Fresnels, HMIs, and LED panels, I recently had the opportunity to try some of the latest LED strip lights, the Rainbow 2 and the Double Rainbow. These slim, fairly compact lights from Quasar Science offer detailed control, robust color science, high efficiency, and versatile connectivity—plus a pretty cool mounting system.
Posted 04/14/2022
Compact, fast, and full frame—the black V-RAPTOR 8K VV is an impressive introduction to RED DIGITAL CINEMA's new DSMC3 platform. Sized only slightly larger than the KOMODO, but boasting a new 35.4MP sensor, the V-RAPTOR offers multi-format capture in 8K VV (including 8K 120fps), 6K Super35, 4K, 3K Super16, and anamorphic options.
Are you itching to get your hands on one? Tell us why!
Anyone who has shopped for a home knows that it is difficult to evaluate a property from an online profile. Not all real estate agents have access to high-end photographers, and most importantly, it is difficult to determine the size of a space from a photo. Matterport revolutionized the industry with its turnkey solutions, empowering real estate professionals, business owners, and hospitality managers to create a “digital twin” of their property, inviting potential residents or customers to tour the digital twin on popular web platforms. In
Posted 02/13/2022
In this B&H video, we examine the AVer VB130, an easy-to-use 4K conference videobar that allows for high-quality video conferencing. Whether you're in the conference room or the classroom, the built-in 6W speaker, five-microphone array, built-in light, as well as other features, will elevate your video calls!
Use the Comments section below to tell us which features of the AVer VB130 stand out for you.
Posted 01/25/2022
Let’s take a look at the Sony VENICE 2 Digital Motion Picture Camera! In this video, the B&H video team gets its hands on this camera and we also hear first impressions from filmmaker Tim Nagasawa. The latest in the Sony cinema line boasts the option for a 6K or 8.6K sensor. The brand-new 8.6K CMOS sensor features an impressive 16-stop dynamic range, and the camera body features numerous updates, including internal recording to a high-
Posted 12/02/2021
We're looking at the Manfrotto MOVE System again, specifically the Manfrotto MVG300XM Modular Gimbal, FAST GimBoom, and Gim-Pod Accesssory Leg Set.
Manfrotto MVG300XM Modular Gimbal was created with videographers, filmmakers, and independent content creators in mind. It has a load capacity of 7.5 lb, 10-hour usage time, handle for filming at different angles, LCD touchscreen, and more.