mirrorless camera Archive
For the longest time, shooting with a full-frame camera has been the goal of every aspiring filmmaker. With a wider field of view and better image quality, there’s no surprise as to why people who shoot film strive to invest every dime they have into a full-frame
While most people who have pre-ordered the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K back in April are still waiting to receive their production unit in the mail, several lucky early adopters like Sareesh Sudhakaran of Wolfcrow already had the chance to get their hands on a pre-production model and
Beyond any doubt, Sony A7III is regarded as one of the most talked-about mirrorless cameras in 2018. Packed with a slew of pro-grade video features such as 24MP Full-Frame Exmor Sensor, UHD 4K30p video with HLG and S-Log3 Gammas, built-in 5-Axis image stabilization, and insane low-light capabilities,
In a somewhat surprising move earlier this month, Canon had released its first pro-level full-frame mirrorless camera – the EOS R. Designed to compete directly with rivals of top-dog mirrorless manufacturers like Sony and Panasonic, it seems that this time the Japanese behemoth has pulled out all
Besides the Sony A7R III, the A7III is just the second mirrorless camera in the Alpha series lineup that comes with Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG) – a picture profile alternative to the widely used Cine4 and S-Log profiles. Promising to deliver improved dynamic range and better color reproduction,
Of all the mirrorless cameras that have been released this year, the Sony A7 III is indisputably one of the most popular used by filmmakers all over the world. Not only does the camera strike a balance between price and performance unlike any other in the market
Yeap, the company just announced that it’s now the official leader in the US full-frame interchangeable lens camera market, thus overtaking Canon and Nikon, in both units sold and dollars generated in the first half of 2018. The breaking news comes shortly after the previous announcements that it had
It goes without saying, the Panasonic GH5 and GH5S are two of the most popular mirrorless cameras used by filmmakers, from novices to full-time professionals and everyone in between. For those folks who find themselves using their GH5/GH5S for serious film projects, it’s highly recommended to invest
After much speculation and rumors of an imminent announcement, earlier today Nikon officially announced they will release (or at least announce) no one, but two new full-frame mirrorless cameras alongside a new lineup of lenses paired with a new lens mount. A teaser video went live a
Many seasoned filmmakers will probably tell you that if you’re planning on buying extra batteries for your camera, you should definitely get those from the OEM. Of course, there are also others who would encourage you to buy from a third-party instead. As tempting as it is
When you’re operating a mirrorless camera like the Sony A7III, it’s best to spend time fiddling around with the menus to determine how to get the best images from your gear. One of the most difficult settings to adjust mainly have to do with colors, with the
Some time ago, we covered an inexpensive DOF adapter that allows users to mount virtually any manual photo or cinema lens to their smartphone. This fancy piece of equipment quickly made waves in the community, but now it seems that there’s another Chinese manufacturer that aims to take
As simple as it may sound to bring a tripod and monopod on set, it’s very common for video shooters to find themselves without one, thus missing the chance to take proper lockdown-style shots. Fortunately, the in-body image stabilization on mirrorless cameras has real potential to change
If you’re someone who often shots in a one-man-band production scenario, you would probably agree that one of the most frustrating aspects of working as a lone filmmaker ranger is trying to move the camera while pulling perfect focus for each shot. Thankfully, Panasonic has introduced the
There’s a common misconception in the filmmaking community that the more you spend on a camera, the better image quality you will get. While this may be true for specific shooting scenarios, there is no one camera that can be considered as the ultimate performer in each
As mirrorless cameras continue to dominate the consumer market, one issue that arises from their daily use still remains – the battery life. Even though those devices are predominantly praised for the compact and lightweight form factor they provide, their physical dimensions limit the size of the
Less than a week ago, Sony released the third iteration of their entry-level full-frame mirrorless – the A7III, a camera that immediately made waves in the independent filmmaking community. With an improved 24MP back-illuminated full-frame sensor coupled with updated features such as the long-awaited 4K recording in Full
As a filmmaker and cinematographer, having great talent and unique creative vision seem to be paramount prerequisites for building a meaningful career as a successful artist, but unfortunately, these are not enough. Knowing the ins and outs of the tools you plan to use is another essential
Better late than never, right? Canon just announced its first 4K mirrorless camera capable of shooting UHD 4K video at 24fps. Additionally, it captures slow-motion 1080p video up to 60fps as well as 720p up to 120fps. The newcomer also sports a 24.1-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor that packs Dual
Back in January, Panasonic introduced the Lumix DC-GH5S mirrorless camera, the successor to the original and ubiquitous GH5. The latest model sports new features targeted at filmmakers including much-improved low-light performance and a few minor enhancements regarding the audio recording capabilities of the camera that you still
