[vimeo]http://vimeo.com/75728395[/vimeo] “The Pocket” is a polarising camera. It’s as tempting to rave about the camera as it is to criticise it for obvious shortcomings. However – bottom line is that this is an extraordinary tool. It is 90% of what I loved about the Blackmagic Cinema Camera without the bulk and strange form factor. In my mind it replaces the Panasonic GH2 as the cult favourite of prosumer video because it…
Month: September 2013
The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema camera is a wake-up call to the bigger manufacturers and their afterthought video modes.
Camera supplied by CVP who came through and fulfilled my pre-order from NAB in early April. Personal note: I was saddened to learn of the death of CEO Phil Baxter earlier this month and in Phil’s memory a fund has been set up which will donate a pot of cash to the Make A Wish Foundation UK charity. This charity helps fund memorable experiences for young people fighting life threatening illnesses. Donate…
[vimeo]http://vimeo.com/75260457[/vimeo] Here’s a new technique executed to perfection… Amazingly what you see isn’t CGI added to the scene in post but a live set of visuals. The technique uses robotics, motion control and projection, all filmed in-camera.
TrueSense Imaging’s sensors are behind the Ikonoskop and Digital Bolex cameras. Traditionally known for their CCDs, the company is now stepping into CMOS for the first time.
[vimeo]http://vimeo.com/74624976[/vimeo] Above: Nino Leitner interviews Panasonic at IBC 2013 I have been given some exciting information about the future of the GH-line. But I can’t say anything about it yet. Stay tuned to 43rumors in 2-3 weeks time. Needless to say the consumer division of Panasonic are turning their attention to 4K in a big way.
[vimeo]http://vimeo.com/74286078[/vimeo] After a very limited initial release, the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera is slated for an end of September ship date  in greater quantity. The good news is that the extra time has given Blackmagic some leeway to tweak the camera.
[vimeo]http://vimeo.com/74457964[/vimeo] In part 2 of the SLR Magic anamorphic coverage we’ll look at how the prototype lens looks and performs on the Blackmagic Cinema Camera. There’s also a poll in which you can help influence the final lens flare this anamorphic produces.