Panasonic Broadcast today announced that its new AG-HPX170 fully solid-state P2 HD handheld camcorder will be available in late September at a suggested list price of $5,695, which includes a 16GB P2 card in the box along with The HVX and HPX Book by Barry Green. Building on the AG-HVX200’s phenomenal success, the HPX170 features high definition and standard definition recording, the widest zoom lens in its class, and an HD-SDI interface for connection to baseband production and distribution infrastructure, all in a lightweight 4.2-pound body... »
Pineapple Express marks David Gordon Green’s entry into the world of studio productions, following four acclaimed indie films. Beneath the pot smoke and gunfire, there’s a touching vision of friendship and neediness at the film’s core.... »
We were hired to shoot three television commercials in one day on greenscreen. Due to the time constraints, we wanted to be able to do live greenscreen with the modeled set built in After Effects and capture all the footage seamlessly during the shoot.... »
So you weren't able to make it out to CineGear Expo last month and trudge along in the 105-degree heat? What a shame. Not to worry, we have you covered with video on new gear from Bogen, P+S Technik, Toys4Red, Preston Camera Systems, That Cat Camera Support, Cooke Optics, ShootRED, Mark Roberts Motion Control and much more. ... »
Panavision, da Vinci Systems, Gamma & Density, and Modern VideoFilm all came together at Cine Gear Expo 2008 to reveal what happened the first time the ASC’s CDL has been put to a real-world test, on the forthcoming State of Play, shot on 35mm film and the Panavision Genesis by cinematographer Rodrigo Prieto.... »
An experienced horror-film professional, Robert Hall owns a special effects/makeup company called Almost Human, and recently shot his first digital feature (and second film project), called Laid to Rest. The full-length horror feature was shot in April in Annapolis, Md. and is being finished by Hall himself on a Final Cut Pro system.... »
Zacuto, a leading provider of HD video cameras and accessories is announcing the release of their new
universal rod adapter dubbed ‘Jeep’. Jeep bridges the gap between 15mm lightweight (60mm spacing), 15mm studio (100mm spacing, Arri rods) and 19mm studio (104mm spacing) rod systems. This versatile tool expands the functionality of your equipment by allowing you to mix and match gear that was intended for different size rod systems.... »
With the release of the Sony CineAlta F23 camera system, music video creators now have a real alternative to film-based acquisition. The camera’s picture clarity, adjustability and compatibility with film camera accessories would also give us the ultimate in creative freedom.... »
The Dark Knight, the latest “episode” in the Batman series, opens July 18 to great anticipation. The film is made more compelling and poignant by the death of Heath Ledger, who from what we can see in the film’s trailer, plays a very dark Joker. But, for aficionados of “behind-the-scenes” stories, The Dark Knight is compelling for other reasons.... »
Check out the features of the new 1200 Watt HMI from K 5600 Lighting. In addition to cranking up the wattage, the new, small HMI separates the ballast from the lighting enclosure to allow extreme angles without overheating. ... »
Thales Angenieux’s highly anticipated new Optimo DP (digital production) Series Lens—nicknamed “Rouge”—is set for delivery in the fourth quarter, according to the company. Some DPs say it can’t arrive soon enough.... »
Original Film, the commercial/entertainment production company led by Executive Producers Bruce Mellon, Jeff Devlin and Joe Piccirllo, has signed four diverse directing talents — noted Australian shooters Brendan Williams and Tim Gibbs; EJ Foerster, known for his ad and feature film second unit work; and up-and-comer Ben Orisich.... »
Band Pro Film & Digital introduces the Carl Zeiss +0.5 DigiDiopter. This new optic joins the DigiDiopter line of HD-quality diopters, currently available in +1 and +2 magnifications. ... »
Today Gamma & Density Co. announced that it has commenced shipments of three versions of its 3cP software for color control of film and digital productions. Previously only available as a full-service rental to high-end film and digital productions, 3cP is now available for purchase for all levels of productions.... »
