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Cooke Completes its Varotal/i FF Zoom Range With New Wide 19-40mm Lens

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2022-11-04

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Cooke Optics has introduced the 19-40mm wide zoom in its Varotal/i FF range, which joins the 30-95mm medium and 85-215mm long zooms that were launched at the end of 2021. The 19-40mm…

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Smartphone + Large Sensor + Lens Mount = The Future of Mobile Cinematography

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-11-03

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Xiaomi nailed it. They launched a new concept phone, titled Xiaomi 12S Ultra Concept Phone. This smartphone is armed with a 1-inch sensor, and more importantly, a Leica lens mount, which means…

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IMAX Business is Booming: A Record of Titles in 2022 and Beyond

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-11-02

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IMAX has published its Q3 2022 Financial Results, showing a significant increase in IMAX DNA titles, mainly in the blockbuster segment. The report shows a record of 12 IMAX DNA titles expected…

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Stabilized vs. Hard-Mounted FPV: Which is More Cinematic?

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-11-01

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The guys at Beverly Hills Aerials have released a very intriguing comparison between their specialized stabilized Dual RS3 Komodo FPV, and a hard-mounted FPV. Both videos look very much different. Which would…

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Atomos has Developed a “World Class” 8K Camera Sensor

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-10-31

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A quiet yet important announcement from Atomos — It appears that the company has developed its own 8K video camera sensor. Atomos defines this new in-house 8K sensor as “World Class” and…

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James Cameron: “You want it to look like the people are underwater, so they need to be underwater!”

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-10-28

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In an interview with The New York Times, James Cameron focuses on the crazy demands from the actors, to submerge themeless, taking free-dive lessons, in order to breath-hold for long minutes. “You…

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This ‘Cinematography Accident’ Went Viral

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-10-27

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1 min read

A recorded cinematography accident went viral. Stuff broke: Scorpio mini crane, Filmotechnic Flight Head Mini, Scorpio Arm, Angenieux Optimo Lens, and ARRI ALEXA Mini. A total potential damage of $100,00 (not including…

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Sony Introduces the Alpha 7R V: 61MP, 8K Video, and AI-Based AF

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-10-26

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The Alpha 7R V has just been introduced, as Sony’s highest-resolution image sensor in an Alpha camera. The camera which is capable of shooting 10-bit 8K videos, incorporates a new Artificial Intelligence…

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Nikon Z9 Firmware 3.0 Released: Hi-Res Zoom by Utilizing the 8.3K Sensor

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-10-26

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Nikon doesn’t stop sharpening its flagship video capabilities. Surprisingly (or not), the Z9 Firmware 3.0 has just dropped, presenting enhancements and one super cool feature titled Hi-Res Zoom (Live in-camera Ken Burns…

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Shooting Plates: Multiple Cinema Cameras, or Ultra Wide Lens?

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-10-25

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3 mins read

Shooting plates seem to be a simple process. The challenge is mainly focused on choosing the right cameras, and lenses, and assembling the rig. However, which is preferred? Shooting with an array…

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Panasonic Offers “Massive Savings on VariCam LT”, But to Higher Price?

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-10-25

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Panasonic has published a special offering on its website, titled “Affordable 4K Professional HDR Cinema Acquisition has Arrived!”, and “Massive Savings on VariCam LT Cameras & Packages”. The offer: A VariCam LT…

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The Underwater Cinematography Behind Avatar 2: 3D Beam Splitter and Nikonos Lenses

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-10-24

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7 mins read

The Avatar 2 has been shot mainly underwater, by utilizing, for the first time, a specific camera tech. Besides the Sony VENICE, the underwater rig was built from a 3D Beam Splitter…

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Panasonic Announces 5.7K Super 35 ‘Cinematic’ Studio Camera

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-10-21

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Panasonic Connect has just announced a 4K PL-mount “Studio Camera for Live Cinematic Video with Shallow Depth of Field” (as Panasonic defines it). The new camera titled AK-PLV100GSJ 4K is equipped with…

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Blackmagic Revolutionizes Post-Production With its DaVinci Resolve for iPad

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-10-20

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6 mins read

Blackmagic Design has done it again. Although it has not officially been released yet, the iPad version of the award-winning post-production software DaVinci Resolve is going to be available very soon in…

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RED DSMC3 Face Detect AutoFocus

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-10-20

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The recent update to the RED Control app reveals RED’s plan to sharpen the AF capabilities of the DSMC3 cameras (Raptor and Komodo). Although this feature is only active in the app…

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DZOFILM Introduces the Vespid Retro Cine Lenses

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-10-19

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DZOFILM introduces a unique new glass titled: “Vespid Retro Golden Coating Cine Lens Set” to grant a “Charming amber hue on the stories in the memories” to the imagery you capture. Basically,…

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Fujifilm Announces FUJINON 25-1000mm Full-Frame Box Cinema Lens

Fujifilm Announces FUJINON 25-1000mm Box Lens for Large Format Cinema Cameras

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-10-19

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Fujifilm introduces the FUJINON 25-1000mm F2.8-5.0 PL box lens, which can cover large sensors. This new glass is a broadcast lens set to launch in 2023. The FUJINON 25-1000mm is defined as…

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Apple Introduces DaVinci Resolve for iPad

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-10-18

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What a wonderful surprise! Apple has just introduced the DaVinci Resolve for the iPad, as a part of the announcement of the M2 iPad Pro. The app will be ready later this…

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Adobe Partners With RED to Enhance 8K RAW Cloud-Based Workflow

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-10-18

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Adobe announces the enhancement and improvements of the C2C (Camera to Cloud) frame.io capabilities in the RED V-Raptor and Raptor XL. Now, the C2C integration will be built-in to those cameras in…

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A BMW Project was Shot on Blackmagic Pocket 4K and 6K Cinema Cameras

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-10-17

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Yet another beautiful commercial shot on the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Cameras. This time, the BMPCC 4K and 6K were utilized to shoot the “with BMW” movie series in Japan. Let’s have a…

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Extreme and Dangerous Cinematography: Capturing 100-Foot Waves

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-10-17

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6 mins read

In my opinion, Michael Prickett is one of the bravest cinematographers who exist on the planet. Being the DP of HBO’s 100-Foot Wave means capturing those Nazare’s monsters, in an ultra-harsh environment.…

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Tarantino: “Shooting on Digital is Like Eating a Veggie Burger”

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-10-14

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Tarantino hates shooting with digital cameras. He’s a true film enthusiast. He believes that film stock is the one and the only format that is deserved to be screened in a movie…

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Panavision X2 Anamorphic 50mm B-Series Auto-Panatar Lens: For Sale on eBay. Update: The Lens is Stolen

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Yossy Mendelovich

2022-10-13

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4 mins read

One of the most acclaimed and rare glasses ever made is for sale on eBay. For $80,000 USD, a Panavision Anamorphic B-Series 2x Auto-Panatar lens can be yours. Let’s have a look.…

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Cooke Completes its Varotal/i FF Zoom Range With New Wide 19-40mm Lens

Smartphone + Large Sensor + Lens Mount = The Future of Mobile Cinematography

IMAX Business is Booming: A Record of Titles in 2022 and Beyond

Stabilized vs. Hard-Mounted FPV: Which is More Cinematic?

Atomos has Developed a “World Class” 8K Camera Sensor

James Cameron: “You want it to look like the people are underwater, so they need to be underwater!”

This ‘Cinematography Accident’ Went Viral

Sony Introduces the Alpha 7R V: 61MP, 8K Video, and AI-Based AF

Nikon Z9 Firmware 3.0 Released: Hi-Res Zoom by Utilizing the 8.3K Sensor

Shooting Plates: Multiple Cinema Cameras, or Ultra Wide Lens?

Panasonic Offers “Massive Savings on VariCam LT”, But to Higher Price?

The Underwater Cinematography Behind Avatar 2: 3D Beam Splitter and Nikonos Lenses

Panasonic Announces 5.7K Super 35 ‘Cinematic’ Studio Camera

Blackmagic Revolutionizes Post-Production With its DaVinci Resolve for iPad

RED DSMC3 Face Detect AutoFocus

DZOFILM Introduces the Vespid Retro Cine Lenses

Fujifilm Announces FUJINON 25-1000mm Box Lens for Large Format Cinema Cameras

Apple Introduces DaVinci Resolve for iPad

A BMW Project was Shot on Blackmagic Pocket 4K and 6K Cinema Cameras

Extreme and Dangerous Cinematography: Capturing 100-Foot Waves

Tarantino: “Shooting on Digital is Like Eating a Veggie Burger”

Panavision X2 Anamorphic 50mm B-Series Auto-Panatar Lens: For Sale on eBay. Update: The Lens is Stolen

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