I had a chance to use and review a new product from Senna laboratories. It’s called the All Recall Focus Duo. Continue reading Senna Wireless Follow Focus
“Red Spring” Film Concept Trailer
We’re their food… and we’re running out…
Today I am releasing a little concept trailer for a new feature film I will be working on. Continue reading “Red Spring” Film Concept Trailer
“Your Way” music video shot on the Sony NEX-5
Number one question I get asked is “What’s a perfect beginner camera?” My answer is still the same – the SONY NEX-5. Continue reading “Your Way” music video shot on the Sony NEX-5
Ready To Run Camera Gimbal – CAME 7500
There is a new and improved version of the 3 Axis Camera Gimbal that I reviewed before. Some of you may remember my post about the CAME 7000 – 3 Axis Camera Gimbal. Continue reading Ready To Run Camera Gimbal – CAME 7500
“American Dream” Indie Film Diary
Last year I had a chance to work on an indie production. I was the cinematographer and also handled all the grip/gaffer as we had to move fast and get a lot of scenes in a short amount of time. Continue reading “American Dream” Indie Film Diary
Wireless Pan & Tilt Head by Senna
Today I wanted to share with you my thoughts on using this cool new wireless pan and tilt head for your DSLR and bigger video cameras.
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Zoom H5 audio recorder arrives at B&H
We have been relying on Zoom audio recorders for years. We’ve used them on our video and film projects, including our documentary “Montanita Beach Life” Continue reading Zoom H5 audio recorder arrives at B&H
Great deal on the Canon 7D
When it was released in 2009, the Canon 7D opened up new opportunities to indie filmmakers and the camera has been a huge success ever since. This has been our workhorse camera too. Continue reading Great deal on the Canon 7D
The Sweet Spot of a Lens
Sometimes filmmakers buy fast lenses like the Canon’s “nifty fifty” 50mm f/1.8 expecting to shoot with the very wide apertures that such lenses offer. There are two reasons that you will rarely want to use these very wide, i.e. fast, apertures. Continue reading The Sweet Spot of a Lens
The Best Canon DSLR – Filmmaker’s Perspective
The Canon DSLRs remain hugely popular among indie filmmakers and deservedly so. If you are looking to buy one, there are many great models to choose from, in a wide price range. Which one should you get?
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