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Thunderbolt 2: Why Every Editor Needs It
Video editing is all about speed. Plain and simple. Computer systems are getting faster and faster. What we sometimes forget is that in addition to the speed of your computer, you need to consider the...
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The Edelkrone FocusONE PRO
Edelkrone has come out with some amazing products including the FocusONE PRO. It’s a black Follow focus solidly built out of aluminum with a beefy feel to it. Usually, I prefer a Follow focus that...
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Cool Accessories for Your iPad
I bought an iPad mostly because the screen on the Retina model gives an accurate representation of color-graded footage. It’s a handy way to show your work to clients because it’s small, light and easy...
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Final Cut Pro X Tutorials
I’m currently in process of switching over to the new Mac Pro so I thought this would be a better time then ever to try Final Cut Pro X. Like most of us, I was a FCP7 editor who switched over to Adobe...
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Setting Up the New Mac Pro for 4K Editing
The video standard is changing yet again, and this time the focus is on 4K and above. To avoid paying someone else to edit your footage, you’re going to need an updated editing system to view, edit,...
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The Genus Mini Jib
I used to own a big jib. It was extremely heavy and most of the time it stayed at home. It was too much hassle to pack, set up and tear down, then pack again, and unload at the end of a long day. The...
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Flashpoint FPLCL-1300 LED light
There is absolutely no set up required with this light. Right out of the box, the FPLCL-1300 is already in a canvas bag and all ready to go. I also got the Dimmer, and Barn doors, which I also put in...
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The "Red Giant Universe"
If you have been editing for a few years, you know that the plug-ins for your favorite editor are constantly changing. As new computers and operating systems are released you probably find yourself...
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Sachtler Launches Premium Bags
Sachtler, a Vitec group company, has announced the launch of its new range of Premium Bags, in line with the phase out of the group’s Petrol Bags brand. The new Sachtler Premium Bags will see 37 of the...
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Ikan Introduces New Piatto Lights
Ikan has introduced something big…. only in small form. I recently had the chance to test out their new Piatto PL90 – 9” diameter accent light. Its one of four in the series designed by Ikan using...
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Capture Cinematic Weddings with Ray Roman
If you want to learn to make wedding films that look like feature films, there is no better teacher than Ray Roman. He is at the top of his field, shooting multimillion dollar weddings. The great...
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Introducing the DPA d:screet™ Necklace Microphone
DPA just created your new favorite microphone. Let’s say you are doing audio for a reality show, and need to be able to easily switch mics between the actors. DPA has the answer in their new d:screet™...
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DIGISTOR Blu-ray and REWIND Archiving Software
If you create any form of content, chances are you store your data on some kind of hard drive or device. Drives are great places to back up data, unless you store them unused for long periods of time....
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Tiffen's DFX v4 Up Close
I’ve been reviewing Tiffen Filters for many years, so naturally I was excited when they came out with a digital version of their filters that could be used in post. I found the DFX v4 much simpler to...
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RPS Studio FloPod Video Stabilizer
I first saw this product at NAB two years ago at the Dot Line Corp booth. It looked like someone took a bicycle handlebar and hung a Cshaped yoke in the center on which to mount a DSLR camera. When I...
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The Manfrotto MVM500A Monopod
I’ve always been a big-rig-guy. My current rig weighs in at 18lbs. My opinion soon changed after Ray Roman’s Wedding Cinematography seminar. When I saw how easily he was able to capture great looking...
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The Pro Roller x200 AW Case from Lowepro
I was looking for a case that could hold my small Blackmagic 4K camera rig. At less than 13 lbs, the Pro Roller x200 AW case from Lowepro turned out to be the perfect case. I needed my case to be able...
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CrumplePop’s Magnetic Stereo
Stereo audio is necessary for optimal sound. It can add a lot to your project. Your audience is immersed in the scene, and everything feels right to them because of the special cues that their brains...
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Tiffen IR Variable ND filter
I have been using Tiffen filters for years, and always found them to be of the best quality. I already use their 4x4 IR ND filters in my Big rig, so when I needed a Variable IR ND filter for my Mobile...
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The Alan Gordon Enterprises Pocket Mini Director's Viewfinder
Meet your new favorite viewfinder. I have found this little tool to be really useful for framing shots, especially when using prime lenses. This model comes a black-colored barrel, and a small...
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