Sony Plans Cinematic New Firmware Updates for FX6 and VENICE 2
Sony is planning to release majornew firmware updates for the FX6 full-frame camera and VENICE 2 digital cinema camera, both just displayed at Cine Gear Expo 2023.
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June 03, 2023
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Astera LED-based Fresnel Lights Combine Creativity with Practical Control
Two new LED Fresnel lights from Astera make both the advantages of LED and the creative qualities of Fresnel lighting available to lighting technicians for many varied applications.
May 29, 2023
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Sony and Lega Serie A Deliver Action and Emotion from Coppa Italia Final
Sony and Lega Serie A supported the production of the Coppa Italia Frecciarossa final using Sony’s cameras in innovative new ways to highlight the drama and on-screen detail for fans.
May 28, 2023
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ARRI CCM-1 Opens Up Full Camera Control for ALEXA 35 and ALEXA Mini LF
ARRI’s new Camera Control Monitor gives full camera control and menu access for the ALEXA 35 and ALEXA Mini LF, with a 7-inch high-contrast LCD screen and ARRI colour management.
May 20, 2023
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Seven Network Chooses FUJINON 4K Lenses for Robotics and Automation
Seven Network purchased FUJINON 4K barrel lenses to use in robotically controlled projects and automated systems, supported by the new S-10 drive unit purpose-built for robotics.
May 15, 2023
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‘The Railway Children Return’ Revisits a Family Classic with Cooke and MRMC
Cinematographer Kit Fraser shot this ‘Railway Children’ sequel on the Alexa Mini LF with Cooke FF anamorphics, paying homage to the original film while while also updating the visuals.
April 29, 2023
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GV LDX C135 Opens New Options for Signal Acquisition and Distribution
Grass Valley’s new LDX C135 compact camera, launched at NAB 2023 is specialised for jobs with demanding positioning requirements and, with NativeIP connectivity, remote operation.
April 21, 2023
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Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 12K OLPF Preserves Colour and Detail in High Res Video
The new URSA 12K Super 35 sensor adds an optical low pass filter, and has 80 megapixels per frame, with 14 stops of dynamic range, new colour science and Blackmagic RAW processing.
April 13, 2023
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ARRI introduces the Zoom Main Unit ZMU-4
ARRI Zoom Main Unit ZMU-4 offers flexible connectivity and control
April 03, 2023
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Flying Lap Media Uses Blackmagic RAW and Resolve to Capture Life on Track
Cinematographer Chris Ortenburger is a former racing driver with a talent for compelling racing video shot on Pocket Cinema Cameras 4K and 6K Pro, handling his own post in DaVinci Resolve.
April 03, 2023
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Panasonic’s Outdoor PTZ Camera and Compact Switcher Take Productions Further
The new AW-UR100 Outdoor PTZ camera and AV-HSW10 compact switcher are released to help production teams capture and produce content in a wider range of environments.
March 28, 2023
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Cooke S4/i Lenses Capture the Light and Atmosphere of 'The Last of Us'
Cinematographer Ksenia Sereda shot The Last Of Us with an ARRI ALEXA Mini, and chose Cooke S4/i spherical lenses to define the emotional side of the characters’ story in a dystopian world.
March 20, 2023
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JVC Adds NDI|HX3 to KY-PZ510N PTZ Connected Cameras
JVC’s KY-PZ510N PTZ CONNECTED CAM Cameras now feature NDI|HX3. Users can select NDI|HX3 for high quality video with reduced latency, using far less bandwidth than full NDI.
Blackmagic Studio Camera 4K Pros Capture Live Blues at Antone’s Nightclub
Mar 20, 2023
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Historic Austin, Texas blues venue Antone’s Nightclub captures and live streams…
Sony VENICE 4K Live Bundle Takes Cinematic Storytelling to Live Events
Mar 11, 2023
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The VENICE 4K Live bundle was developed with MultiDyne to allow the VENICE to serve as a…
Cooke Optics Celebrates Iain Neil's Gordon E. Sawyer Award
Mar 06, 2023
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Iain Neil, Chief Optics Advisor at Cooke Optics, received the Gordon E. Sawyer Award for…
Panasonic 4K Cameras Capture the Light and Life of St. Michael’s Cathedral
Mar 04, 2023
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St Michael’s uses a fleet of remote-controlled Panansonic PTZ cameras to improve the…
Cinematographer Chooses ZEISS and Sony VENICE to Capture ‘Barbarian’
Feb 27, 2023
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Zach Kuperstein shot the desolate setting and menacing story of ‘Barbarian’ with ZEISS…
ARRI Impression V Filters Expand Creative Looks and Uses for Signature Lenses
Feb 27, 2023
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ARRI Impression Filters give users the option to selectively detune Signature Prime and…
FUJINON 4K Zooms at Gravity Media Capture Repco Supercars for Broadcast
Feb 25, 2023
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Gravity Media invested in a fleet of FUJINON 4K zooms to help record the Supercars and…
Blackmagic Studio Camera 6K Pro Supports Live Streaming and RAW Recording
Feb 24, 2023
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The 6K Pro has an EF lens mount, 6K sensor, ND filters and built-in live streaming in a…
Canon EOS R8 System Camera Captures Full Frame Video Up to 4K 60p
Feb 13, 2023
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The EOS R8 is a new compact full frame mirrorless camera with a 24.2 MP full frame CMOS…
DCS Develops LDT-V2 Wireless Lens Encoder/Streamer for Virtual Production
Feb 13, 2023
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The LDT-V2 lens data encoder wirelessly streams real-time lens data into game engines and…
Canon Launches Auto Tracking and Auto Loop Apps for PTZ Camera
Feb 06, 2023
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Canon has introduced Auto Tracking and Auto Loop applications for its PTZ camera CR-N700…
FUJIFILM Invests in AI Development for X-ray Analysis and Medical Imaging
Feb 02, 2023
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FUJIFILM’s long term digital transformation now includes expanding the scope of its AI…
Sony’s 4K IP-Based PTZ Cameras Feature Automated Framing and AI Analytics
Jan 30, 2023
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The new SRG-A40 and SRG-A12 include high image quality, IP connectivity, extended zoom…
Videocraft Upgrades to FUJINON 4K Lenses for Broadcast, Sport and Live Events
Jan 27, 2023
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Videocraft’s James Taylor talks about their decision to invest in FUJINON long focal…
Dr Raphael Kiesel Appointed New Head of Quality Management at ARRI
Jan 23, 2023
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ARRI welcomes Dr. Raphael Kiesel as Head of Quality Management, focussed on converting…
LUMIX S5IIX / S5II Support High Bit-Rate Video Options and Phase Hybrid AF
Jan 09, 2023
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Panasonic’s new hybrid full-frame mirrorless cameras have a 24.2MP sensor and processor…
Cooke Anamorphic/i S35 SF Lenses Pull Stories Together for Panic! At The Disco
Dec 30, 2022
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DP Eric Bader used Cooke Anamorphic/i S35 Special Flares and Sony VENICE full frame…
ARRI Acquires Top Entertainment Lighting Manufacturer Claypaky
Dec 27, 2022
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ARRI has acquired Claypaky from ams OSRAM, taking over one of the top lighting…
Sony Expands DWX Series with New Plug-on Microphone Transmitter
Dec 12, 2022
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The new DWT-P30 creates a complete Digital Wireless Microphone System alongside Sony’s…
Canon EOS C70 Firmware Update Expands Multi-Cam and 4K Intra Recording
Nov 23, 2022
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The EOS C70 has a firmware update with more functionality for filmmakers, including…
Canon EOS R6 Mark II Enhances Speed and Stability for Professional Filmmakers
Nov 09, 2022
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The Canon EOS R6 Mark II full-frame mirrorless, RF mount camera records 40fps, low-light…
Panasonic’s Cameras Prepare Producers for New Efficiency and Quality Demands
Oct 24, 2022
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Panasonic’s upcoming cameras, an integrated 4K PTZ and a 4K PL-mount studio camera,…
FUJINON HZK25-1000mm 40x Zoom Broadcast Lens Supports Cinema Cameras
Oct 21, 2022
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New FUJINON HZK25-1000mm box-type broadcast lens with 40x zoom and 1000mm focal length…
Blackmagic In-Camera VFX and Resolve Workflow Bring Fantasy to Life on Set
Oct 06, 2022
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Filmmaker Matt Drummond talks about using Blackmagic cameras with DaVinci Resolve to…
Sony’s FX30 4K Super 35 Camera Focuses on Looks, Recording Options and Post
Sep 30, 2022
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The new ILME-FX30 Cinema Line model, a 4K Super 35 compact with Dual Base ISO, Log…
Sony FR7 PTZ Combines Full-Frame Sensor, E-mount Lenses, Remote Workflows
Sep 15, 2022
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The new ILME-FR7 interchangeable lens PTZ camera with a 35mm full-frame sensor includes…
Sony FX6 Updates Looks, Production and Post for ‘The Bachelor’
Jul 22, 2022
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Reality series ‘The Bachelor’ adopted Sony’s FX6 full frame sensor camera to give the…
Canon’s New Compact, Wide-Angle Lenses Widen the View for RF Series
Jul 13, 2022
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Canon launched two affordable full frame RF lenses, a lightweight f/1.8 prime lens…
Blackmagic Compact Cameras Take Nokian Tyres on a Wild Ride
Jul 10, 2022
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Shooting across the extreme environments of Utah, an intrepid crew used Blackmagic’s…
ARRI Orbiter Expands Lights and Applications with Fresnel Lens
Jun 09, 2022
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A Fresnel lens now augments ARRI’s Orbiter optics and luminaire accessories delivering…
Pro-Cam Selects FUJINON for Broadcast, Corporate, Documentary Production
Jun 02, 2022
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Pro-Cam’s Ian Bates talks about demand for high performance cine zooms and his company’s…
ARRI ALEXA 35 4K Camera Launches with New Sensor and Colour Science
Jun 01, 2022
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The ARRI ALEXA 35 records native 4K at 120 fps with high ISO, ALEXA’s first new sensor,…
Cooke Anamorphic/i Special Flares Take the Star Trek Universe Further
May 17, 2022
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Cinematographer Glen Keenan gave Star Trek’s virtual production an anamorphic, special…
Lemac Expands Inventory with FUJINON HK Premier Series Zooms
May 07, 2022
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Lemac Film and Digital in Sydney, aiming to keep a diverse inventory, purchased two new…
Sony Launches New System Camera, Updates Cloud Production Workflows
Apr 25, 2022
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At NAB Show 2022, Sony launched a new system camera in its HDC series, with two…
Sony HDC-F5500 and FUJINON Bring Cinematic Looks to Gateway Church
Apr 18, 2022
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Sony’s new Super 35mm 4K Studio camera systems give shallow depth of field and creative…
Sony UWP-D Wireless Receiver Features Digital Audio Interface and NFC Sync
Apr 09, 2022
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The UWP-D series’ new URX-P41D two-channel portable receiver features Digital Audio…
Sony’s HDC-F5500 to Capture Spirit of Montreux for Worldwide Live Stream
Mar 26, 2022
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Sony’s HDC-F5500 system camera will be used to capture performances at the 2022 Montreux…
Cooke Optics Launches S8/i FF Spherical Lenses for Full Frame Production
Mar 21, 2022
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Cooke Optics has launched the S8/i Full Frame (FF) series of seven lenses for full frame…
Sony’s 4K Cameras Rock for PRG’s Production of Metallica’s 40th Year Concerts
Mar 14, 2022
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Production Resource Group produced Metallica’s 40th Anniversary shows for streaming…
URSA Broadcast Cameras Deliver Chopin Competition Live from Warsaw
Mar 13, 2022
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A Warsaw production team used URSA Broadcast cameras to capture and live stream the 2021…
LUMIX GH6 Upgrades Processing Precision, Recording Options and Colour
Feb 28, 2022
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Panasonic’s new Mirrorless Camera records unlimited Cinema 4K/60p in 4:2:2 10-bit video,…
Sony VENICE and On-set Monitoring Push TV Drama into a Brighter HDR Future
Feb 27, 2022
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Netflix’s ‘Sweet Magnolias’ Season 2 was shot on the Sony VENICE. The production’s on-set…
AtomOne mini Zoom Brings Audiences Up Close to the Action
Feb 21, 2022
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Dream Chip’s new AtomOne mini Zoom facilitates shot reframing making the camera…
John Brawley ACS Keeps Up with ‘The Desperate Hour’ on URSA Mini Pro 12K
Feb 20, 2022
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Cinematographer John Brawley ACS shot he new thriller ‘The Desperate Hour’ to unfold in…
FUJINON 4K Lenses Take TRP Broadcast’s New OB Fleet to the Races
Feb 16, 2022
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TRP Broadcast upgraded their Sony OB fleet from HD to 4K, including the purchase of…
ZEISS Supreme Primes and Sony VENICE Bring a Large Format Look to ‘Plan B’
Feb 14, 2022
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Cinematographer Sandra Valde-Hansen captured scenes in diverse weather and lighting for…
Marshall Cameras Capture James Webb Space Telescope’s Space Launch
Feb 06, 2022
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Réaltra Space Systems designed the video camera telemetry system for the European Space…
Canon’s Full Frame EOS R5 C Records 8K Video and 45 Megapixel Stills
Jan 19, 2022
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The new Canon EOS R5 C has a full frame CMOS sensor, DIGIC X processor and an RF lens…
ARRI’s Orbiter LED Accepts 3rd Party Accessories and Gains Three New Tools
Jan 17, 2022
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ARRI’s accessories for the Orbiter LED luminaire now include a Docking Ring accepting…
Cooke S7/i Lenses and Sony Venice See Romeo & Juliet Through New Eyes
Jan 01, 2022
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Cinematographer Tim Sidell shot a modern version of this well-known story on the Sony…
Voxx Studios Uses Blackmagic Pocket Cameras for Specialised Audio/Visual
Dec 27, 2021
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Voxx Studios developed a voice-over service, using Blackmagic Pocket Studio 4K cameras,…
Panasonic’s New PTZ Cameras Cover Education to Live to AR/VR Applications
Dec 21, 2021
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The new Panasonic PTZ lineup from include support for new video protocols and outputs,…
Cooke Anamorphic/i and S4/i Primes Bring Magical Realism to ‘The Water Man’
Dec 13, 2021
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Cinematographer Matt Lloyd discovered Cook’s anamorphic lenses for his work on ‘The Water…
Nikon Adds intoPIX TicoRAW to New Cameras for Efficient RAW Recording
Dec 13, 2021
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intoPIX integrated TicoRAW compression into Nikon’s new cameras, including the Z 9…
Canon’s Robust Outdoor PTZ Camera Simplifies Remote Production
Dec 06, 2021
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Canon’s robust new CR-X300 has a compact build, low-light performance, and various…
Panasonic’s New 4K Projector Delivers Bright, Sharp Images in a Small Footprint
Dec 03, 2021
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Panasonic’s compact 5,200 lumen 4K laser projector for museums and lectures has a 2x zoom…
MCG Selects New Fujinon UA 107 Lens for Live In-stadium Content
Nov 29, 2021
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The Melbourne Cricket Ground’s in-stadium Scorebord content is shot by fixed stand…
Cooke Full Frame Anamorphic Lenses Give Star Trek: Discovery a Bigger World
Nov 22, 2021
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DP Philip Lanyon shot scenes for Star Trek: Discovery 4 in full frame format with Cooke…
Sony VENICE 2 Features Interchangeable 8.6K Sensor Block, Internal Recording
Nov 18, 2021
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The new VENICE 2 records X-OCN internally, with the option to choose between a new…
