Visuals

Just like they did with their first generation VDSLR cine-vized primes, and later the Cine DS line, Rokinon/Samyang a well known budget lens maker, have this time set their sights even higher - with the brand new XEEN lenses line-up.

The world of documentary filmmaking is anxiously awaiting the release of the new 4K Panasonic AG-DVX200. Just like its predecessor the mighty DVX100, the DVX200 is set to revolutionize the way we capture events, sports, documentaries, wedddings, corporate videos and everything in between.

Just a few minutes ago, Convergent Design announced the release of High Speed Apple ProRes recording directly in Apple ProRes in 4K/UHD up to 60p and in HD up to an amazing 240p to their flagship Odysse7Q+ 4K recorder/monitor. At the moment, no other device can record HD Apple ProRes at 240 frames per second – no camera, no standalone recorder, no computer capture card.

SmallHD have just released details of their latest firmware update for their brand new monitors - the 500 series, including the HDMI based 501, and the HDMI/SDI SmallHD 502. Firmware 2.0 allows users to downstream a custom Look Up table to another monitor - such as a directors monitor or another monitoring device, in addition to HDMI/SDI cross conversion on the 502 model.

PIX-E5 includes an impressive suite of monitoring tools, such as TapZoom™, for unrivalled focusing speed, false colors and zebras to help set exposure, guide markers for framing, and a range of scopes, including waveform, histogram, and vectorscope. The new camera-mount monitor incorporates a “best-of-both-worlds” user interface that combines easy-to-access tactile buttons with an intuitive touch screen.