Nikon D850 is an outstanding stills camera. It is the DSLR I included in my “Best Filmmaking Camera Gear of 2017” video. However, before this camera, I had never used Nikon to record video. So, recently I put the D850 to a test, as a filmmaker would. Please check out my review below. Continue reading Nikon D850 – Review by Filmmakers for Filmmakers
Tag Archives: DSLR
iFootage Motorized Shark Slider Mini Review
Today I’m reviewing a small, motorized camera slider from iFootage, called Shark Slider Mini. Continue reading iFootage Motorized Shark Slider Mini Review
DIY Custom Camera Rig for $200
I built a custom camera rig for my DSLM using various parts I found on Amazon. It costs just $200 and fixes the main problems I find with many DLSR/DSLM style cameras. My custom rig turns any DSLR / DSLM camera into a proper video production tool. Continue reading DIY Custom Camera Rig for $200
Fosicam makes exciting entry in the 3-axis camera gimbal world
Today I have another camera gimbal review, but I’m happy to say it’s not just another gimbal. A company called Fosicam, a newcomer in the market, has created a pistol-grip gimbal that improves, I think, on what other companies have done so far. Continue reading Fosicam makes exciting entry in the 3-axis camera gimbal world
FocusShifter Follow Focus for DSLR Cameras
Here is an affordable solution for focusing when recording video with still lenses (i.e. lenses made for photography, not videography). Continue reading FocusShifter Follow Focus for DSLR Cameras
FingaZoom – filmmaking gadget
Here is a video about a cheap but surprisingly practical camera accessory. Continue reading FingaZoom – filmmaking gadget
Canon releases M6, 77D and T7i – great HD cameras, but no 4K
Canon has just announced three intriguing cameras for videographers, unless you’re looking for 4K video, that is. Continue reading Canon releases M6, 77D and T7i – great HD cameras, but no 4K
Devin Graham Glidecam Review
Lately, I’ve been testing out different stabilizers for my URSA Mini camera. I have tried a full-size steadicam. This worked great, but isn’t a good option when traveling to film shoots in far-away places (because of the size and weight). Continue reading Devin Graham Glidecam Review
$400 off Canon 80D and other deals
BH Photo Video has pre-Black Friday deals. Canon has rebates up to $550 on their DSLRs (including $400 off Canon 80D and $350 off 70D), lenses and speedlights. Continue reading $400 off Canon 80D and other deals
Canon EOS 70D — solid all-around DSLR
Back in 2009 Canon started the DSLR revolution – as far as indie filmmakers were concerned – when it introduced HD video recording in their Canon 5D, and then the 7D, DSLRs. Since then Canon has introduced many DSLRs that have gradually improved on those models. Continue reading Canon EOS 70D — solid all-around DSLR