21:34
This Floating Camera in Space Demonstrates the ‘Dzhanibekov Effect’
Celebrated photographer and veteran astronaut Don Pettit does a wide range of science experiments when he's in space, often documenting them with his Nikon cameras.
04:00
Fujifilm’s Cinema Camera is Called the GFX Eterna 55, Will Cost $16,500
Fujifilm has fully announced the medium format cinema camera it has been slowly teasing over the past year. It will be called the GFX Eterna 55, will feature a huge list of recording formats and codecs, and will be priced at $16,499.95. [Read More]
16:02
Is the Canon C50 the R5 C Successor People Have Been Waiting For?
Canon unveiled the EOS C50 this morning and the new RF mount-equipped full-frame cinema camera, Canon's smallest and lightest Cinema EOS series camera to date, seems like it could be the awaited successor to the Canon EOS R5 C hybrid camera.
16:00
Full-Frame Canon EOS C50 Is Canon’s Smallest and Lightest Cinema Camera
The Canon EOS C50 is a new compact full-frame cinema camera that channels the R5 C's hybrid spirit. The C50 features a brand-new 7K full-frame CMOS image sensor, RF mount, flexible design, and Canon's acclaimed Dual Pixel CMOS AF II technology. [Read More]
20:49
‘I Could Shoot Something Again’ says Filmmaker With Parkinson’s Disease
Apple has long been an industry leader when it comes to accessibility in technology. The company highlighted how the Action mode in its latest iPhone smartphones can help those with Parkinson's disease capture steadier, sharper video. [Read More]
19:25
Pro Cinema Meets iPhone With New Mavis and Ninja Phone Integration
Mavis Camera, a powerful video app for iPhone, now supports Atomos Ninja Phone, allowing iOS creators to connect professional cameras and lenses to a wider range of iPhones and iPads via HDMI.
17:45
15 Mind-Blowing Interactive Worlds Google’s Genie 3 AI Can Create
Google announced Genie 3, a new general-purpose AI-powered world model that can generate diverse, photorealistic interactive environments. [Read More]
15:45
$55,000 Arri Alexa 35 Xtreme Brings Wild Speed to Cinematic Filmmaking
Professional cinema company Arri announced a significantly faster and more powerful Alexa 35 camera, the Arri Alexa 35 Xtreme. [Read More]
23:06
Sony Offers Filmmakers Free Upgraded IR-Cut Filter for Flagship Burano Camera
Sony's $25,000 Burano 8K digital motion picture camera is an absolute beast of a cinema camera. Sony has significantly improved the camera via firmware updates, and more are in the works.
15:17
Magic Lantern Software for Canon Cameras Is Back
Magic Lantern, the beloved suite of software enhancements for Canon cameras, has returned with a new group of developers hard at work on improved software. [Read More]
20:08
iPhone Camera App Pearla Separates and Optimizes Photo and Video Workflows
Pearla, an iPhone camera app that was built to provide more manual controls and a "film emulation" experience on mobile, has released a major update today that features a completely redesigned interface and enhanced video capabilities. [Read More]
22:00
This New Manfrotto Tripod is Perfect for Hybrid Content Creators
With the boon of hybrid creators, many companies are looking to find a streamlined solution to meet their diverse needs. Manfrotto is one such company that is looking to cater to this need with the launch of its new tripod, the Manfrotto ONE Hybrid.
16:32
Nikon Z8 Firmware Adds World’s First Pixel-Shift Mode With Focus Shift and AE Bracketing
Nikon has announced firmware version 3.00 for its Nikon Z8 full-frame mirrorless camera. The major firmware update …
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01:00
Sigma’s 12-Lens Aizu Prime Line Series Is World’s First With T1.3 Aperture Across the Board
Sigma Corporation has announced the Aizu Prime Line, the world's first cinema lens series to feature fast T1.3 apertures across all focal lengths. The professional-grade Aizu Prime Line features a dozen prime lenses, ranging from 18mm to 125mm, all covering full-frame image areas. [Read More]
17:30
There’s Something Off About That Chinese Paraglider Video
Major news organizations are pulling the viral video of a Chinese paraglider who allegedly flew to the height of Mount Everest after accusations at least part of it is AI-generated. [Read More]
13:56
Filmmaker Waits a Decade Between Shoots to Capture the Same People at 50 Then 60
A filmmaker has created a fascinating video where he captures 50-year-old people saying "50" and then, ten years later, he captures those same people saying "60." [Read More]
16:59
The Lumix S1 II and S1 IIE Are Panasonic’s Most Advanced Hybrid Cameras Yet
Panasonic has announced two new hybrid photo and video full-frame L-mount cameras: the Lumix S1 II and S1 IIE. The company says the two new cameras are designed to offer "exceptional photographic and videographic capabilities." [Read More]
20:13
This is the First AI Video to be Transferred Onto Film
A video artist has created the first-known film that began life as an AI video but was finished on analog film.
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19:57
An Artist Brought a Broken Canon Super 8 Camera Back to Life as a 4K Video Camera
Last year, Nico Rahardian Tangara went to a flea market in Sydney, Australia, and found an old, non-functional Canon 514XL-S Super 8 movie camera for just $5. Tangara bought the camera and converted into a working 4Kp60 camcorder using a Raspberry Pi system. [Read More]
20:00
The Canon EOS R50 V is a Camera That Launched Too Late
Canon has been dedicated to expanding its mirrorless series lineup. We recently saw the Canon EOS R5 II and EOS R1, both full-frame devices aimed at professional photographers. While the company continued to work on its full-frame series, it realized that its APS-C format was somewhat neglected.
19:09
Laowa Debuts World’s First Shift Lenses for Full-Frame, VV Cine Cams
Venus Optics announced the world's first cinema shift lenses, the Laowa 15mm T4.8 and 20mm T4.1.
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13:00
How to Navigate The Decline of Photography on Social Media
A lot has changed on social media. Platforms such as Instagram and Facebook were once all about sharing moments from one's day-to-day life when they were first created. It was a space for amateurs and creatives to converse with a global audience and build meaningful relationships with people who think like you.
20:30
Atomos Shinobi Go HDMI Monitor Gives Creators a Bigger Screen
Australian video equipment company Atomos announced the Shinobi Go Monitor, a compact, slim, and affordable HDR monitor for hybrid photographers and content creators. [Read More]
23:58
Angelbird’s New SSD Has a Recessed Port and Write-Protect Switch
Angelbird announced a pair of updated portable SSDs in 2TB and 4TB capacities. The compact, rugged drives are designed for professional creators and include a physical write-protect switch on the new SSDs, ensuring users don't accidentally overwrite or delete precious files. [Read More]
21:01
Adobe’s AI Video Generator is Nowhere Near Ready to Charge $30 a Month
Adobe today launched its competitor to OpenAI's Sora, a text-to-video AI generator that Adobe is positioning as a possible alternative to licensing stock footage. It costs at least $10 per month with the "best value" option at $30 per month, but it's nowhere near good enough to warrant either price. [Read More]
17:00
Adobe’s AI Video Model Launches, Available Through New Premium Firefly Video/Audio Plans
The Adobe Firefly Video Model is now available in public beta. Firefly is the only IP-friendly and commercially safe generative AI model available right now. [Read More]
04:00
Panasonic Debuts Four 4K/60p Camcorders With 25x Zoom Lens
Panasonic remains committed to camcorders despite the popularity of its interchangeable lens hybrid cameras. After updating two consumer camcorders for the first time in six years last Halloween, Panasonic unveiled four new 4K professional cameras. [Read More]
20:30
Nikon in 2024: Z6 III and RED Acquisition Bolster Slower Year
After a torrid pace in 2023, during which time Nikon launched a pair of cameras and nine all-new lenses, the company slowed a bit this year, releasing just two new cameras and three lenses.
23:32
Laowa’s Nanomorph LF 1.5x Anamorphic Lenses Are Built for Pros but Priced for Everyone
Venus Optics launched its Nanomorph LF 1. 5x Anamorphic Series lenses, debuting a four-lens lineup of professional-grade anamorphic lenses for full-frame and large-format cameras.
17:35
Arri’s New Alexa 265 Cine Cam Combines the 65’s Giant Sensor and 35’s Compact Form Factor
Professional cinema company Arri announced a new Alexa camera, the Alexa 265. This new-generation 65mm camera is significantly smaller and lighter than the standard Alexa 65 and features an improved large-format image sensor. [Read More]
08:00
Why Fujifilm’s Latest Development Might Spell Trouble for Photographers
Although we may not see any more Fujifilm launches this year, the announcement of Fujifilm's venture into film cameras has us a bit concerned. This year, the company launched four new cameras and lenses, with the last camera entry being centric to videos.
16:50
Fujifilm Is Developing a Dedicated GFX Cinema Camera, the ‘GFX Eterna’
Fujifilm Corporation announced that it is developing its first-ever filmmaking camera, the Fujifilm GFX Eterna, scheduled for release in 2025. [Read More]
20:59
Lexar’s Super-Small Portable SSD for Mobile Filmmakers is Finally Shipping
Lexar's Professional Go Portable SSD and Hub, which raised over a million dollars on Kickstarter, is finally in-stock and shipping. [Read More]
07:01
Nikon’s 40th Photo Contest Celebrates Video With New ‘Nikon Film and Photo Contest’ Name
The Nikon Photo Contest, running since 1969, has welcomed filmmakers into the fold in recent years. To better showcase this, the upcoming 40th edition of the competition has a new name: The Nikon Film and Photo Contest. [Read More]
18:44
Nikon President Says Smartphones May Drive Future Camera Sales
In a Japanese interview with Yomiuri, Nikon's president, Muneaki Tokunari, acknowledged that while smartphones harmed overall sales of digital interchangeable lens cameras, they may contribute to the demand for high-end cameras.
22:54
The Dockcase Magsafe M.2 is an SSD Enclosure for iPhone Filmmakers
Dockcase announced a new $79.99 MagSafe Solid State Drive enclosure for smartphone filmmakers that can connect to the back of the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max magnetically and feed a USB cable along the back to unlock all of the recording modes the handheld offers. [Read More]
15:00
The Nikon Z6 III Aims to Set a New Standard for Mid-Range Cameras
After much anticipation and rumors, the long-awaited Nikon Z6 III has finally arrived. Based on its features and performance, it appears that people's patience has been rewarded in a big way. [Read More]
00:39
Laowa’s Argus T1 Cine Series Promises Affordability and Speed
Venus Optics has announced the Laowa Argus T1 Cine Series, including what Venus Optics claims are the world's first ultra-fast T1 aperture 28mm and 35mm T1 lenses for full-frame cameras. [Read More]
23:20
How Sony’s Clever Electronic Variable ND System Works and Why it Matters
Numerous Sony cinema cameras include electronic variable neutral density (ND) filters, including the popular full-frame FX9. [Read More]
19:34
Apple’s Huge Final Cut Updates Turn the iPad Into a Mobile Production Unit
While today's Apple event centered on the iPad lineup and redesigned iPad Pro, the tech company also offered some extra surprises, one being the announcement of an update for Final Cut Pro on Mac, an upgraded Final Cut Pro for iPad app, and a new Final Cut Camera app for iPhone and iPad devices. [Read More]
15:59
Sirui Expands ‘Night Walker’ Series With 16mm and 75mm Cine Lenses
Expanding on the success of its Night Walker APS-C and Super35 cinema style series launch, Sirui has announced two new T1. 2 S35 cine lenses through Indiegogo: The wide angle T1.
15:01
RED Will Continue to Support Canon RF, But Nikon is ‘Considering’ Making Cine Optics
Less than a week after Nikon closed its acquisition of RED, the company tells PetaPixel that it has begun moves to advance its position in cinema and leverage its new partner. [Read More]
17:18
Blackmagic’s Ursa Cine 12K Is Its Most Advanced Video Camera
Alongside the new Pyxis 6K full-frame cinema camera, Blackmagic Design also unveiled the Blackmagic Ursa Cine 12K camera. Like the Pyxis, the Ursa includes a full-frame image sensor, but it promises wider dynamic range, higher resolution, improved performance, and more features suited for high-end production. [Read More]
20:18
Nikon Is Officially RED’s New Owner
Nikon announced on March 7 that it had entered an agreement to purchase RED. Now, Nikon's huge acquisition is officially complete, just in time for Nikon's NAB 2024 appearance. [Read More]
19:24
Sigma’s Cine Primes Are so Good They’re Official Test Lenses
Sigma may be best known for its photographic lenses, but the company's video-specific Cine lenses are very well regarded in the industry. So much so, in fact, that the Giant Screen Cinema Association (GSCA) has selected Sigma Cine lenses as its new standardized test lens. [Read More]
19:07
The Fascinating History and Confusing Reality of Shutter Speed
Filmmaker Alan Melikdjanian, known by millions of fans as "Captain Disillusion" on YouTube, creates entertaining and educational content where Captain Disillusion reveals the truth surrounding video effects and editing.
20:00
The ‘One LUT’ for Apple Log Perfectly Matches the Arri Alexa’s Iconic Look
The One LUT is able to "seamlessly match" the iPhone 15 Pro's ProRes log video to the cinematic quality of the Arri Alexa K1S1 rec709 look. [Read More]
20:33
7artisans 14mm T2.9 is an Ultra-Wide Cine Lens for Full-Frame Cameras
7artisans announced a new 14mm T2.9 cinema lens designed for full-frame mirrorless cameras. It is the widest of the four primes in 7artisans' "Spectrum" series of cine lenses. [Read More]
21:01
The Fall 2023 Updates to Apple’s Final Cut Pro Made It Even Better
Apple has just launched the promised new round of updates to its Final Cut Pro for iPad software and Final Cut Pro for Mac and we had the exclusive opportunity to put the changes through their paces. [Read More]
21:35
CinePi is an Open-Source Raspberry Pi-powered Cinema Camera
The Raspberry Pi has been used for many do-it-yourself photography projects over the years, including the recent Leica MPi camera and Photon light meter. Now, the open-source treatment has arrived for cinema. [Read More]
