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Most FCPX users know well that getting to grips with the Magnetic Timeline (Primary Storyline) takes some time and effort before one can unlock its full potential. What’s more, there is a myriad of users who have been accustomed to the layout and functionality of the good old FCP
Creating fancy transitions inside of Premiere Pro CC doesn’t necessarily mean that you have to spend a ton of cash for expensive preset packs from third-party companies that promise you to get some never seen effects with a single click. Instead, by understanding the tools and assets
Even though the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K made a huge splash in the independent filmmaking community, some folks are a bit skeptical as to how well this camera performs, particularly when it comes to recovering from overexposure. To sort things out, Carl Yates of ProAV TV
While the Panasonic GH5 is touted as one of the most popular mirrorless cameras on the market these days, there is one struggle GH5/GH5s video shooters tend to encounter – how to make their footage look more cinematic. In this case, this expression would refer to producing
As 2018 begins to wind down to a close, it’s interesting to look back at some of the breakthroughs and innovations that were made in the realm of camera technologies throughout the year. All in all, each major camera manufacturer in the field has rolled out a
One of the hallmark features of the Panasonic GH5 is its ability to capture proper 10-bit 4:2:2 footage internally. What’s more, there are two options you can opt for – either LongGOP 150Mbps or ALL-Intra 400Mbps. Generally, you may assume that because ALL-I records at a higher
While the latest version of Premiere Pro CC is packed with several fantastic new features, the most notable update happens to be the vastly increased capabilities of the Lumetri Color Panel. In the latest 2019 update, Adobe has included five new Hue/Saturation curve adjustments to help creative
Text tracking is a conventional technique to make a non-diegetic element belong as if it’s an integral part of your edit. This can be seen in films such as those directed by David Fincher, or in the opening titles to movies like Easy A. Not only that,
Let’s be honest, there’s nothing fancy, nor exciting about chargers. In fact, they only serve one real purpose – to provide more power to your mobile devices, whether it be a laptop, a phone, or an external hard drive. As unexciting as chargers may be, startup company
Of all the mirrorless cameras currently available as a part of the highly esteemed Sony’s Alpha series lineup, the A6500 and the A7III are without a doubt two of the most talked-about pieces of gear this year. Even though both counterparts strike the perfect balance between price
Picking the right editing workstation typically starts with one difficult decision – which platform should you opt for: Mac or PC. On the one hand, Apple’s iMac Pro has been increasingly popular amongst creative professionals lately with its blazing-fast processors enclosed in a stunning 5K screen and
Back in September, Blackmagic announced their proprietary Raw codec Blackmagic RAW. The format was designed to provide users with the flexibility and quality expected of RAW recording, all while reducing file sizes and lowering the negative impact on the overall performance of video editing workstations in a
The concept of proper exposure may sound simple in theory, but at the same time, it could be pretty challenging to execute in a real-world situation. Newbie filmmakers often have issues finding the proper workflow to expose their cameras correctly not to mention the occasions when they
Along with the official launch of Premiere Rush CC two weeks ago, Adobe also released a significant update referring to all Creative Cloud applications, including the full-fledged Premiere Pro CC. Other than improved platform stability and the plethora of all-new video and audio editing features, Adobe has overhauled the
Only a few months after the release of the original eGPU, Blackmagic Design are now rolling out the brand new eGPU Pro, a Thunderbolt 3 equipped external GPU powered by a Radeon RX Vega 56 graphics processor. The Pro model uses the same aluminum chassis with a
DJI just announced the Mavic 2 Enterprise which essentially seems to be a beefed-up version of the Mavic 2 Zoom that features the exact same ultra-compact and foldable design as well as 2x Optical Zoom camera and gimbal combination. Additionally, the Mavic 2 Enterprise boasts an array of
With the continuing advancements in hardware technology, the gap between laptop and desktop performance is quickly closing. Thanks to innovative engineering strategies, companies like Intel, NVIDIA, and AMD have found ways to push the boundaries of mobile computing technology by integrating desktop-grade processors into portable computers with
There’s no surprise that Sony continues to receive a tremendous amount of praise with their filmmaker-oriented A7III. With the release of Canon’s very first full-frame mirrorless camera the EOS R, however, many content creators are now pondering which one of the two rivals would suit their creative
The use of gimbal stabilizers in filmmaking has grown exponentially in recent years. By stabilizing your camera on three axes (roll, pitch, and yaw), these devices have revolutionized the way one operates a camera by making it easier than ever to attain smooth cinematic footage on the
LED technology has advanced by leaps and bounds in the past few years which makes it even more and more appealing option for creative professionals and filmmakers who are looking for highly efficient, long-lasting, and extremely flexible lighting solutions. Thanks to their reduced heat dissipation, low power
