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| 05|20|2008 |
Matt ArmstrongFocus Enhancements came out with the fifth generation of its FS-5 digital recorder with a number of enhancements, like more storage capacity and additional file format support. But the big news is the addition of the wireless dongle allowing the recorder to interface with a Web page and wireless devices to track and input metadata while the camera records. Yes, you can now enter metadata for your clips with your iPhone.... »
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| 05|20|2008 |
By Michael GrotticelliShot mostly handheld with two JVC GY-HD250U HD camcorders, the movie features an impressive cast and a crazy plot about doing what it takes to become U.S. president.... »
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| 05|20|2008 |
By Michael GrotticelliSchneider Optics has introduced HD Classic Soft filters, created in response to requests for better softening filters for small-format high-definition camcorders.... »
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| 05|20|2008 |
By Michael GrotticelliHPVIDEO, a maker of motion-picture production equipment, has incorporated Fast Forward Video’s board-level Recon DVR board-level digital video recorder (DVR) into its new Briefcase portable video playback system.... »
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| 05|20|2008 |
By Michael GrotticelliWhen trying to select the right camera for your next project, perhaps it’s time to throw out all of the specs about pixel counts and instead look at the difference between optical sampling from the camera’s imagers (where resolution is totally determined) and its digital sampling.... »
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| 05|16|2008 |
Matt ArmstrongReturning to the place where he began his career, director Scotty Bergstein has signed with STORY for exclusive, national representation in commercials. Bergstein signed his first directing contract a decade ago with STORY affiliate The Joneses and has been directing for the past year through FM Rocks, where his most recent project was a campaign for Ameriquest and DDB, Los Angeles. He has already completed his first project for STORY, a pair of spots for Texas-based restaurant chain Dave & Buster’s via Dallas agency Slinghot. ... »
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| 05|13|2008 |
Matt ArmstrongDirector/producer/cinematographer Barry Sonnenfeld took to the stage at NAB to discuss the changing nature of television and film, the visual style he developed with the Coen borthers on Blood Simple, producing Pushing Daisies and why the Internet will lead to the destruction of democractic society. ... »
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| 05|13|2008 |
Press ReleaseNewTek, Inc., manufacturer of industry-leading video and 3D animation products, today announced the next generation of its award-winning TriCaster™ line of portable live production and virtual set systems is shipping.... »
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| 05|12|2008 |
James Mathers talks to Steve Weiss of Zacuto about their new accessories for the RED camera, as well as the for the new cameras from Panasonic, Sony and Canon. ... »
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| 05|12|2008 |
Matt ArmstrongJames Mathers talks with Barry Rubin of Schneider Optics about the new lenses, especially ones designed specifically for the Sony EX1, low cost matte boxes and new filters including a line developed specifically for the RED One camera. ... »
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| 05|08|2008 |
By Bryant FrazerIt's been known for a while now (at least since the 2005 release of Chicken Little) that animated films do especially well in 3D versions. But the success of recent 3D projects like U23D, and especially Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert Tour — which opened to a stunning $31 million weekend on a relative handful of digital 3D screens in the U.S. — has many in Hollywood taking another look at the feasibility of 3D for live action, especially on a tight budget.... »
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| 05|07|2008 |
Press ReleaseAlas, the oft heard “HDMI is not a locking connector! … It is a self-ejecting technology!” Well, no more. What was once the Achilles heel of a desirable workflow is now the secure backbone. Ottovonmo Productions introduced PPC's patented Locking HDMI cable to the production industry at NAB 2008. Able to lock into any HDMI connector, this new locking HDMI cable solves a myriad of problems in the industry. ... »
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| 05|05|2008 |
Matt ArmstrongJames Mathers talks of his experience using Angenieux lenses with the RED One camera and interviews Angenieux's Chris Beauparlant about the new, lower-cost, Rouge lens specifically designed for the RED camera. ... »
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| 05|05|2008 |
Matt ArmstrongJames Mathers talks with Jeff Cree of BandPro about the entire line of Sony cameras from the new EX to the F35. ... »
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