Welcome to the latest episode of our weekly roundup of news from the TV and film industry.
2022 saw the release of many fantastic new products, in keeping with the holiday spirit this episode will give you a rundown of our top 5 affordable stocking fillers.
Sony FE PZ 16-35mm F4 G
We start off with Sony and their impressive 16-35mm f4 G Power Zoom Lens for full-frame cameras. Equipped with a zoom rocker and a manual focus switch, this lens is perfect for the Sony FX3, or FX6, for both gimbal or handheld filming. The lens is also significantly lighter compared to similar lenses in it's class and comes equipped with an independent focus, zoom rings as well as a de-clicked aperture ring.
Teradek Bolt 4K LT HDMI
The Teradek Bolt 4K LT HDMI is a new and more affordable latency-free wireless option for HDMI based cameras. It allows you to transmit a 4K signal at up to 230 meters line of sight in addition to 10bit 4:2:2 HDR support and an HDMI loop-out on the receiver side. The new Bolt 4K LT HDMI comes also with better metadata and range compared to previous models, while the cross-compatibility with the rest of the Bolt 4K family enables video to be sent to up to 6 receivers.
SmallHD Action 5
SmallHD Action 5 is a compact and affordable monitor featuring a 2000nits daylight viewable 5-inch touchscreen and HDMI in and out. In addition, the Action 5 can be powered by Canon LP E6 or Sony L series batteries, while the USB port makes it possible to upload LUTs and. The monitor also features a new simplified version of PageOS called ActionOS, which provides quick and easy access to various tools for exposure and focus.
RodeCaster Pro II
The new and redesigned RodeCaster Pro II arrived this year pitched as the ultimate all-in-one audio production studio for content creators. The unit offers full customization allowing users to assign any input to any fader, while the 8 Smart Pads can be customised to do everything from triggering voice effects like reverb, echo, and pitch FX. It also features brand new premium-quality Revolution pre-amps, while the expanded connectivity gives users access to two USB-C interfaces for connecting two laptops or mobile devices.
Manfrotto Quick Release Plate Adapter for the Tilta Float Stabilizer Arm
And last, but not least, the Manfrotto Quick Release Plate Adapter for the Tilta Float Stabilizer Arm allows camera operators to mount compact cameras or gimbals directly on the stabilizing arm, which offers a more controllable and comfortable experience. The Float Arm compensates for vertical movement, and this adapter uses a standard sized Manfrotto plate allowing users to quickly switch between tripods and the Tilta Float Arm.
