Hands-On: DJI's New Mic Mini Offers Better Range in a Smaller Package April 11, 2025 DJI introduces Mic Mini , a compact wireless audio system with better range than its larger sibling at nearly half the price. The new wireless microphone system packs professional features in
Sony's Virtual Production Toolset 3.0 Introduces Corner Shooting for LED Volumes April 10, 2025 Sony has unveiled version 3.0 of its Virtual Production Toolset at NAB, featuring enhanced color compensation that eliminates angle restrictions when shooting LED volumes and built
RAID-6 Goes Portable: iodyne's Pro Mini Brings Studio Protection to On-Set Storage April 10, 2025 iodyne's Pro Mini smart drive packs RAID-6 and cooling tech in a portable package that never throttles. The new portable drive brings advanced features typically found only i
Strada introduces Agents , allowing users to turn their local hard drives into personal cloud storage without monthly fees. File access happens peer-to-peer, with no uploading or downloading required
Blackmagic Design has announced the PYXIS 12K , a compact full-frame cinema camera that shoots 12K footage while offering 4K and 8K recording from the full sensor area without cropping
Motorized Precision's New EVO Robot Brings Cinema Motion Control Under $20,000 April 08, 2025 The cinema camera robot market just became more accessible with Motorized Precision's new EVO , an affordable, portable motion control system that brings professional cinematogra
Foundry's Nuke Stage Bridges the Gap Between Virtual Production and Post April 07, 2025 Foundry's Nuke Stage establishes a continuous workflow between virtual production and post. The new solution eliminates the disconnect between pre-production, shooting, and finishing b
Sony's Extension System Mini Shrinks VENICE 2 Sensor into Pocket-Sized Powerhouse April 07, 2025 Sony introduces the Extension System Mini for VENICE 2 , packing an 8K sensor in a compact box that offers significant size and weight advantages for high-end productions. The det
Filmmakers can now combine green screen and projection elements without visual artifacts using specialized LED lights that switch at microsecond intervals. This hybri
Blackmagic Design has released a beta update that adds autofocus capabilities to their Cinema Camera 6K and introduces pre-record functionality across multiple camera models. The update leverages Blac
Hands-On with OCELLUS: Sony's Answer to Markerless Camera Tracking April 07, 2025 Sony's new OCELLUS Camera Tracker uses Visual SLAM technology to track cameras both indoors and outdoors without markers, offering flexible tracking options and seamless integration with Son
Arc Eye's Network-Connected Camera System Simplifies 3D Scanning Workflow April 08, 2025 Arc Eye’s multi-camera system streamlines 3D scanning with direct network connectivity instead of relying on dozens of computers and complex synchronization. The facial scanning rig demon
Assimilate's Live FX Brings Post-Production Color Tools to Virtual Sets April 07, 2025 ASSIMILATE's Live FX media server is making virtual production more accessible through an intuitive interface that speaks the same language as film professionals while requiring less ha
CyberGaffer is creating a seamless bridge between virtual and physical lighting for film production. This software calibrates real studio lights to precisely match the lighting created in Unreal Engi
Virtual projection technology aims to cut virtual production costs by 90% while maintaining creative flexibility. This projector-based alternative to LED walls captures both a final backgr
LiDAR scanning technology is quietly transforming film production workflows from pre-production through post. These specialized devices create millimeter-precise 3D models of real-world environments that directors, production desi
Bit Part will unveil the bitbox mini at the 2025 NAB Show, offering the same ultra-long distance camera control capabilities of their original bitbox in what they claim is the smallest and lightest form fa
Blackmagic Cloud offers many advantages for collaborative video editing , but we've found it also presents some unique challenges. In our recent video, we address common questions and concerns about usi
Every Edit Tool in Descript's Timeline Explained February 15, 2025 Descript is a powerful video editor suitable for a wide range of content creation , from podcasts and YouTube videos to TikTok reels. While Descript offers a user-friendly interface, mastering the timeline too
With platforms such as YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram driving online media, video has become a vital tool for communication and engaging audiences. But, say you just have a text or audio recording. How
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Operator , a version of ChatGPT that can navigate the web and perform tasks autonomously. This new feature, currently in beta and available to pro users, allows the AI to interact with
Neural Lab's AirTouch: Vision Pro Gestures Without the Pricey Headset January 14, 2025 Neural Lab's AirTouch brings Apple Vision Pro-style hand gestures to any computer application, enabling users to control software with simple hand movements captured by a standard camer
AMFITRACK introduces a cost-effective motion tracking system that operates using a single base station. This electromagnetic technology offers precise position and orientation tracking without the need for line-of-sight, making
AirStudio One: HiSong's Pocket-Sized Professional Microphone January 14, 2025 HISONG Music Technology unveiled the AirStudio One , an all-in-one microphone with built-in headphones, targeting musicians and podcasters seeking portable, high-quality recording solutions. The dev
