Slider, gimbal or jib Versatile tools for filmmakers
We often get asked about which filmmaking gear is necessary and versatile at the same time. Besides a basic tripod and monopod there are a few tools that can help a filmmaker to capture amazing tracking shots. There is obviously not one right tool because what’s needed always depends on the project. We made an […]
Size matters Do you need 4K
HD has been around for a few years now. 4K isn’t that new either. Back in 2007 RED released the first digital camera capable of capturing a higher resolution than HD or 2K, the RED ONE. But still, affordable HD cameras that deliver a professional image with a lot of details and high dynamic range […]
“Running” short film Grading footage from multiple cameras
We shoot a lot of local news in Frankfurt. There are many runs and marathons here so we film at almost every sport event that involves running. As you might know, we have been using DSLRs for 90% of our commercial work for the past three years. Since the last month we are filming a […]
Rigging the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera
The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera has always been a camera with its challenges: Short battery life, unusable internal audio and of course the form factor. While the last point is a hot discussed topic because some filmmakers prefer it small and other like to fully rig the little beast. We didn’t get the BMPCC because […]
Review Vertical and horizontal “elevator” slider by Vituso
The Vituso 2 in 1 slider is a very special piece of technology. The slider can be set up vertically and horizontally which might not sound so special considering most sliders can be mounted and set up at different angles. But this slider has a counter-weighted pulley system which allows you to get smooth shots […]
Review RØDELink Wireless Filmmaker Kit
The new RØDELink is a wireless audio kit aimed at beginners and advanced filmmakers who don’t want to follow their talent around with a directional microphone all the time or just prefer wireless over cable. The RØDELink is priced at $399.00. You can watch our first impressions video review with a few audio tests below. […]
Review RØDE Stereo VideoMic X
Audio is an important part of filmmaking. While for most shoots you would probably consider using a directional microphone there are situations and projects where recording in stereo is essential or useful. We were lucky to get our hands on the Stereo VideoMic X. The mic will be released in November and is priced around […]
Review Is the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera a game changer
Last year in September I went to the Photokina in Cologne, the biggest and most important fair and convention for photography and everything that has to do with visuals. Thanks to the whole DSLR revolution a lot of brands and shops presented film gear or new film and video cameras. The Blackmagic Cinema Camera had […]
Review Canon C100 with auto focus upgrade
We recently had the chance to test the almost two year old Canon EOS C100. The camera is a cheaper and simpler version of the popular C300. For around 4.500$ (and 5.500$ with the new Dual Pixel CMOS auto focus upgrade) the C100 is not exactly cheap. The camera has two XLR inputs, an integrated […]
Quick look Post workflow – archiving and organizing footage
When preparing a shoot I think about how much hours of footage we will be shooting and how much storage we need. Most of the time I’m guessing the right amount. I don’t like to backup files during the shoot because it steals time so I take enough cards / storage with me. Transferring the […]