In a world where cameras are smaller and more versatile dollies have often given way to all manner of fluid movement devices. Most have evolved some type of friction-less rail system, ushering in the “age of the slider.” While that’s…
Another NAB, another Vinten review! Yes, it’s that time again: tinker and test, tweak and note, dust off the keyboard and set about disseminating the information. This is something of a “two for one” deal. This was necessitated by the fact that Peter Harman at Vinten kindly sent me the Vision blue5 for the review, and very nice it is too. However, it’s COG/ Mass graph quickly demonstrated that all of my Video cameras, even piled/ bolted one on top of the other, weren’t going to get the Counter Balance system to play ball in a fit. Cue: a mad scrabble to prise one of the very first prototypes of the new CB100 (more of that anon) out of my business / design partner / machine and powder coat shops in Texas. As I write this (eight days before copy deadline) it’s currently shown as “somewhere between Chicago (?) and New Zealand,” just what I really didn’t need.
(April 11, 2011, Colorado Springs, CO) — Convergent Design announced the newest member of their recorder series: Gemini RAW. This fifth generation design supports 4K RAW recording with live-preview and playback to a 4K monitor. Gemini RAW includes many industry…
Making their NAB debut, VizTools will showcase their brand-newHandiZoom handgrip and control unit, delivering ENG-style zoomlens control and hand-held video shooting for DSLR cameras. Boston, MA – April 12, 2012 – VizTools (www.viztools.tv), developers of high-quality products and accessories for…
Currently under development. LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., April 12, 2012 – Canon Inc. today announced that the Company is developing a 30-inch, 4K resolution industrial video display*, a prototype of which will be exhibited from April 16 to 19 at the…
New Firmware Enables 1440 x 1080 35mbps Recording at 60i or 50ifor Canon’s XF305, XF300, XF105, and XF100 Professional Camcorders LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., April 12, 2012 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced a new…
With Improved Wide-Angle and Close-Up Imaging Capabilities, SuperbOptical Performance and Innovative Design in 2/3-Inch Premium HD Lens;Enhances Versatility for Shooting in Diverse News and Documentary Situations LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., April 12, 2012 – Responding to the demand for a portable…
COMBINING WIDER ANGLES OF VIEW WITH LONG ZOOM RATIOS Improved Optical Performance, Increased Responsiveness for Camera Operators, and Support for Virtual Studio Systems Among the Features of Cost-Effective HD Lenses LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., April 12, 2012 – In response to…
A Wide-Angle Cinema Zoom and a Telephoto Cinema Zoom, Available in EF- and PL-Mount Versions, Will Further Expand Canon’s Cinema EOS System of Professional Digital Cinematography Products LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., April 12, 2012 – Building upon the historic November 2011…
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., April 12, 2012 – Canon Inc. is developing two digital cinematography cameras as part of its acclaimed new Cinema EOS System of professional cinematography products. Designated as the Cinema EOS C500* for use with EF-mount lenses, and…