Google’s Pixel 5a is a mid-range phone offering 4K video, smooth motion tracking, and more for content creators on a budget. Not everyone has the budget to drop big bucks on a dedicated camera for video, but continued advances in the world of smartphones make them viable, affordabl

Mini drones must appeal to both the adventurous consumer and the working professional to survive in this market. So, how does it hold up? The arrival of drones has revolutionized aerial cinematography, introducing the “god view” to thousands of productions that otherwise woul

Let’s discuss the cheapest, most well-made matte boxes on the market for the upcoming year and what you can expect from each of them. Of all the different pieces of equipment you end up accruing over the course of your time spent in production, perhaps one of the most annoying, yet

Let’s explore what we can possibly expect from popular digital cinema company Blackmagic Design. The prospects are exciting! In what is starting to feel like a repetitive statement, we have to say that “this has been another big year for Blackmagic Design.” The much

For all you editors on-the-go, you need to read this in-depth discussion on the Gigabyte Aero 15—the pros definitely outweigh the cons. I’ve just spent a few minutes chuckling to myself because I think this is going to be the third article in a row where I reference an Instagram Re

A quick look at Panasonic’s New BS1H box-shaped modular video camera—specifications included! Let’s get to it! Move over Panasonic LUMIX S1H, there’s a new camera in town. Today, the manufacturer has followed up on its largely successful S1H model with a new, more compact box-style

Is the film and video world ready for a camera/gimbal? DJI introduces its new Ronin 4D all-in-one cinema camera and gimbal system. It’s a question as old as digital film itself: What came first, the camera or the gimbal? Well, thanks to a new all-in-one camera plus gimbal system by DJI,

These cameras were once cutting edge, but if you bought one now, could you live with their foibles, even at the price of a mid-level DSLR? Like the classic car market, classic cameras are increasingly popular—tapeless cinema cameras especially so. The promise of a camera that can return

Here’s a round-up of some of the better field recorders for budget conscious creators, along with their supplied lavalier microphones. Usually, audio recorders and the term “small budget” is a combination that strikes fear in any content creator. If you haven’t g

First reviews are in for DJI’s new, tiny, lightweight, budget-friendly “entry-level” drone option—the Mini SE. At its core, the film and video industry is one which prides itself on always being on the cutting edge. Starting with the mere concept of moving pictures, then digital camera r

Everything you need to know about selecting and investing in the right camera for your digital video and photography needs. There’s really no better feeling than owning a camera. OK, maybe that’s not true. I mean, I’ve been wakeboarding—and seen a retrospective screening of Termina

Let’s have a look at a few different methods that you can employ to keep your camera cool on a hot summer’s day. In the hot and dry summer of 2014, I had the unfortunate pleasure of shooting a (failed) web series with a RED ONE MX. It wasn’t unfortunate because of the h

Here are the best ways to prevent foggy lenses, and practices for keeping your lenses clean, clear, and ready to shoot in inclement weather. If you’ve worked in film and video (or photography for that matter) for long enough, you’ve probably experienced the annoyance of foggy lenses. Fog

Dive into some underwater cinematography as we compare a $500 action cam up against a $5,000 underwater camera rig. In today’s video, we’re putting two camera rigs head-to-head. We’ll be looking at how your $200-$500 underwater action cameras—like the Osmo Action or GoPro MAX—stack up ag

Hot off the press! Take a look at Panasonic’s new GH5 II and GH6, their specs, added features, and performance capabilities. Over the last two years, we’ve seen Panasonic LUMIX put a spotlight equally on their new camera line, the S series, and their new S Pro lens line. As every o

Over the last twenty-four hours, Canon has released more information on the highly-anticipated EOS R3. Here are the details. Earlier this year, we reported that Canon had announced the development of the EOS R3. Their first camera with an integrated grip that mirrored the likes of the 1D

Let’s look at newly released technology that can elevate your slow-motion sports footage. Plus, learn more about the differences between popular frame rates. The summer of 2021 has certainly been a summer of sport. With Wimbledon, the 2020 Euro Championship, the Tour de France, Copa Amér

Get all the specs and details on Panasonic’s latest camera announcement, the Leica DG Vario-Summilux 25-50mm f/1.7. Back in May, we reported that the long-awaited Lumix GH6 was finally announced. No formal information or release date, but the announcement was a welcome one. As Lumi

Canon continues to go all-in on developing and growing of their mirrorless camera line. See what the new EOS R3 has in store for us. Canon has really beefed up their mirrorless line of cameras and lenses over the past few years, including last year’s EOS R5. We have been watching t

Rumors and supposed leaked photos would suggest DJI is looking to make the jump from drones and gimbals into pro video cameras, as well. File this under: Big, if true. Rumors picked up by DIYphotography.net and based on some supposed leaked photos released by the sleuth Twitter account @