Posted 12/21/2020
Jake reviews the new Autel EVO II 8K Drone, which builds upon the success of the EVO I with improvements in every way. With a variety of resolutions and frame rates (such as 25 fps 8K), you can achieve the cinematic drone footage you’ve always wanted. This drone also boasts a video ISO range of 100 to 6400, a stills ISO range of 100 to 3200, the ability to record HDR video at up to Ultra HD 4K resolution, phase detection autofocus,
Posted 12/03/2020
We take a quick look at the Luxli Fiddle Pocket RGBAW LED, a powerful, portable, and versatile LED video light. Features include a color temperature range of 2800 to 10,000K, HSL mode for deep and saturated color of any hue, Bluetooth 5 with a 100-foot wireless range, an integrated battery with 3-hour runtime, and more.
After you watch this video, learn more about the Fiddle at B&H
Posted 11/17/2020
There is a new cinema zoom lens in B&H's inventory—the Sony FE C 16-35mm T3.1 G—and we are testing it on the Sony PXW FX6 cinema camera. This lens has been designed for filmmakers and video professionals, combining traditional cinema lens operability with the benefits of the Sony E Mount, which allows for autofocus and precise manual focus control. The 16-35mm offers superior sharpness, excellent resolution, a constant aperture of T3.1,
Posted 11/17/2020
In this video review, Doug Guerra explores the features of the Sony PXW FX6, a full-frame 4K cinema camera. This compact camera sits between the Sony FX9 and a7S III and was built for filmmakers who demand light, mobile tools that don’t sacrifice image quality or control. The FX6 is versatile, allowing you to use it on a variety of shoots—from gimbal to drone to documentary work.
Features include a 10.2MP full-frame BSI CMOS Sensor, 15+ stops
Posted 11/16/2020
The RED KOMODO 6K Digital Cinema Camera marks a first for many features never seen before in a RED DIGITAL CINEMA camera. It features a built-in LCD screen, 19.9MP Super35 Global Shutter CMOS, phase-detect autofocus system, 16+ stops dynamic range, the ability to record up to 6K at 40 fps, 5K at 48 fps, 4K at 60 fps, and 2K at 120 fps in REDCODE RAW for incredible flexibility in post-production, and more. Check out Doug
The Sachtler aktiv SpeedLevel tripod system with SpeedSwap Stud is a quick release method for mounting your tripod head on legs. However, there is so much more that the aktiv system brings to working with tripods and fluid heads, that the word “jaw-dropping” may not be enough to cover it. Fast, simple to use, and smart, the Sachtler aktiv system is not just a new mounting system for a tripod head and legs, it also has a separate mounting base for working with sliders or getting lock-off shots. The aktiv system expands the capabilities of
Without question, the Sony a7S III is a mirrorless camera meant for video. Impressive specs and image quality are wonderful, but it has the same problems for video as every other mirrorless camera: its form factor is better suited to stills. One solution is to get a cage, such as this Master Kit from SmallRig that I was able to take for a spin.
Posted 10/27/2020
Jake tests out the GoPro HERO9 Black, which offers more power, clarity, and stability than its predecessor, the HERO8 Black. While it maintains the HERO8’s features, such as a waterproof housing, 1080p livestreaming, night-lapse, digital lenses, multi-language voice control, and SuperPhoto + HDR, the HERO9 boasts 5K video, HyperSmooth 3.0, in-camera horizon leveling, cloud recording, portrait or landscape orientation modes, and capture scheduling
Posted 09/06/2020
Jake and the B&H crew try out Lupo’s LED panel lights. These three lights boast 96 CRI and 98 TLCI for accuracy in color rendering:
The Superpanel boasts a 13,000 LUX output, allows control of hue, saturation, and color intensity in HSI mode, and has fully customizable color in RGBWW mode and color temperature control in CCT mode from 2800 to 10,000K.
The
Posted 06/21/2020
Whether you’re a full-time filmmaker or YouTuber, the Hollyland Mars 400S Wireless Video Transmission System is a welcome addition during a video production. This portable transmitter/receiver allows flexibility on set, because it is able to transmit to up to four mobile devices over built-in Wi-Fi. Features include: bright, easy-to-read OLED screen, 1080p 60 fps video transmission over HDMI and SDI, access to HollyView App,
Posted 05/24/2020
Doug takes the Panasonic AG-CX10 out to test its various features, such as the built-in ND filter and 5-axis hybrid O.I.S. system.
Like what you see? Read more about the CX10 in this Hands-On Review.
Posted 05/03/2020
The B&H film crew took the RED Gemini 5K S35 out for a real-world test to see if this cinema camera could work in a run-and-gun situation. Bobby takes you behind the scenes on an independent WW1 film to see this camera in action, then Doug takes you through the post production process and tells you how color grading worked for this 5K cinema camera.
To learn more about the RED Gemini 5K, watch this
The Rotolight Titan X2 is a giant step away from the original Rotolight in size, shape, and functionality. You could even say that with the Titan X2 Rotolight has moved from the world of indie filmmaking to high-budget studio productions. It is available in a variety of configurations: Standard Yoke, Pole Yoke, and