Surprise! New Sony RX10 sensor has 5K full pixel readout
According to Imaging Resource the new video mode of the new Sony RX10 with 1" sensor is a big step forwards. The RX10's sensor reads out the entire 5472 x 3080 frame…
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A look at the new video features of the new Sony A7, A7R and RX10
The full frame Sony A7 and A7R are disappointing for lacking 4K and a high bitrate codec (the time is now...), choosing to stay with 1080p and AVCHD from the last generation…
The ultimate Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera lens - Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 with Speed Booster
I would really love to see how this lens does against a $47,000 + tax cinema lens like the Optimo 15-40mm T2.6 because I honestly think it would come close. Blackmagic must…
Sony A7 and A7r promise improved full frame video and lensing options
Although it's yet to be officially announced, the A7 and A7r have been heavily leaked. All along I have been saying mirrorless is the future, not the low end consumer proposition the…
Exclusive: SLR Magic ANAMORPHOT 1,33X 50 pricing announced
The new SLR Magic anamorphic lens now has an official title and price. Dubbed "ANAMORPHOT 1,33X 50" - it will cost $799 for the anamorphic adapter. Official retail sales don't start until…
Fuji X100S first look - has the hipster camera got real?
This article mainly deals with the X100S from a photographic perspective. Video is coming in the full review next week. The old X100 was fatally flawed in my view. Manual focus with…
Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera Review - Part 1 - Worth the hype?
"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…
Open letter to Japanese manufacturers on the enthusiast video market - improve or lose it
The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema camera is a wake-up call to the bigger manufacturers and their afterthought video modes. A very traditional photography philosophy pervades the Japanese offices of Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fuji…
Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera first impressions
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…