Camera Technology


The changes in camera technology accelerates in a way never seen before in the history of acquisition. New formats, new models, different types of sensors, ways of recording media - image acquisition gets better, more affordable and more accessible as manufacturers up the stakes with new offerings several times a year. MacVideo will focus on getting the most out of existing and new camera technologies as they come to market


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Philip Bloom: choosing the right camera for the right job (part 1)

Philip Bloom: Choosing the right camera for the right job (part 1)

DP, Director and Filmmaker Philip Bloom, talks about how he decides which camera is most appropriate for different shooting situations. Whether you choose a DSLR; a large sensor camcorder; or a more portable shooting solution, the choice comes down to which tool is best suited to the immediate job at hand. Philip discusses and shows footage shot with several different cameras, including the Panasonic AF101; Sony NEX-FS100; Sony PMW-F3; and Red Epic.

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Blackmagic Design Adds Timecode and DNxHD QuickTime Support to HyperDeck SSD Recorders

HyperDeck 2.5 Software Update public beta is available to download free of charge now!

Blackmagic Design has announced the release of HyperDeck 2.5 public beta, a new software update that adds embedded timecode support, DNxHD recording to QuickTime and SDI camera record triggering to its HyperDeck SSD recorders.

CameraBag 2 for Mac offers more photo-editing control

More than 100 adjustable filters and dozens of editing controls in new version

There's no shortage of demand for photo filter apps, Nevercenter's CameraBag 2 among them. The app is not just a revamped version of the company's CameraBag for Mac; CameraBag 2 sports a bevy of new features, including more than 100 adjustable filters and dozens of editing controls.



Olympus launches new retro camera, the OM-D

Based on the OM film SLR range

The OM-D is based on the OM film SLR range that Olympus sold from 1972-2002.

Nikon launches 36mp D800 digital SLR camera

Built for huge prints, aggressive cropping, fashion shoots, and fat wallets

With a 36-megapixel full-frame sensor, the Nikon D800 is built for huge prints, aggressive cropping, fashion shoots, and fat wallets.

iPhone 5 with 'awesome' camera technology ready for production

iPhone 5 rumour roundup for the week ending 28 January

A Reliable Source emerges this week to whisper sweet nothings in the quivering ear of the iOSsphere. Expectations flame.

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