Should You Be Using APS-C Lenses on Full-Frame Cameras?
Many companies are breathing new life into the APS-C lens lines with a bunch of recent releases. These new lenses looks great with modern optics and when you start …
Author: Shawn Steiner
1080p vs 6K Video – Can You Guess Which is Which?
The resolution wars are still going strong and now we are seeing affordable cameras that are pushing well above 4K for their top-end recording specs. Still, at the end …
How to Remove Green Screen in Premiere Pro the Right Way
Green (and blue) screens have completely revolutionized filmmaking and the tools have only gotten more accessible to everyday shooters and editors. Advanced special effects are now possible for everyone. …
Camera Hacks that Every Filmmaker Should Know
There are fun hacks, like putting Vaseline on a filter to create a soft-focus effect with any lens, but those aren’t exactly something that you’ll be using every day. …
Is Gyro Stabilization in Resolve 18 Good Enough?
A recent update to DaVinci Resolve and their Pocket series added the ability to use the in-camera gyro information to stabilize the footage in post. This is similar to …
Sony FX9 vs RED KOMODO vs URSA Mini Pro G2 – Which One is Right for You
There are so many cinema cameras out today. Fortunately, you can’t really go wrong with any of them whether that means a pocket camera for independent shooters or a …
Vaxis Atom A5 Wireless HDMI Monitor That Also Records Video
Video monitors are essential accessories. What good is your footage if you can’t get a nice look at it while you are recording? Nowadays you can supplement your production …
Getting Silky Smooth Playback and Effects in Resolve 18
When you first start a project in DaVinci Resolve you usually drop in some footage and (unless your computer is severely underpowered) you will see smooth playback. Unfortunately, that …
What Happened to the AJA CION 4K?
It seemed to have appeared and vanished in the blink of an eye, but did you know that AJA created a full-fledged cinema camera called the CION? Feeling similar …
Rigging Up the Canon R5 C for Shooting Video
Even a camera better optimized for video production could use some help getting rigged up. Compact options need a bit more help. Today we are checking out the Canon …
DJI RS 3 vs RS 3 Pro vs RSC 2 vs RS 2 Gimbal Comparison
DJI moves quick. Even with a gimbal lineup that is considered among the best around they still pushed out some notable updates with the launch of the RS 3 …
Enthusiast with $50,000 RED vs Pro Filmmaker with iPhone 13
It’s never the gear that makes the movie. Right? Maybe a little? In many ways, this conversation revolves around shooters picking up cameras or gear that at the end …
6 Dirt-Cheap Filmmaking Items Under $20
Filmmaking doesn’t have to be expensive. Well, not all of it at least. Cameras and lenses and all that fun stuff will likely take up much of your budget …
Blackmagic Video Assist vs Atomos Ninja V – Which One is Right for You?
If you are shooting video you should pick up a monitor. It’s basically an essential purchase and nowadays if you opt for a monitor/recorder combo you can unlock raw …
Easy Trick to Correct White Balance in Resolve 18
A lot of color grading work in DaVinci Resolve is going to be somewhat creative. But, before you can properly apply those fun LUTs or create a brand-new look …
Pocket 6K Pro Rig with the DJI RS 3 Pro
It’s only just been announced and some filmmakers are already brainstorming ways to get rigged up with the DJI RS 3 Pro. One of the lucky ones to get …
Minimalistic Sony a7 IV/a7S III Setup for Shooting Video
Building a camera rig is a very personal thing. The problem is figuring out where to start—and hopefully not blowing your budget as you put together your wish list. …
M1 Max Mac Studio Vs Custom-Built PC for Video Editing
Did Apple truly nail it with the Mac Studio? The M1 Max chip alone seems to give it loads more power than your average user could need and it …
What’s a Hybrid Anamorphic Lens?
Anamorphic imaging is known for its very distinct style and some specific optical effects that the lenses create. It’s this charm that makes them so loved. Usually this does …
How to Easily Change Object Color in Premiere Pro CC
There are some fun effects you can pull off with surprisingly little effort in Premiere Pro – as long as you learn the best tools for the job. One …
