Visual Impact Blog

  1. Blackmagic URSA Mini 4.6K vs ARRI Alexa Test

    Popular stills and video YouTube channel the Slanted Lens put the super popular and quite new Blackmagic URSA Mini 4.6K digital cinema camera against the often cited as industry standard measuring stick - the ARRI Alexa in a under/overexposure and recovery test for skin tones and dynamic range.

  2. Vocas Spider Support System is Designed to Take the Load off Your Shoulders

    Vocas will be showing off their latest kit at NAB 2016 in Las Vegas, which includes the new Spider Support System. The Spider System is a modular system which can be setup in a variety of ways to help you get the most out of your handheld camera, while taking the load of your shoulder literally.

  3. Atomos 7.01 Firmware Update adds HDR Interface to Flame Series

    Just two weeks ago Atomos announced their latest HDR monitor/recorders - the Flame Shogun and Flame Ninja Assassing, bringing affordable HDR to the masses and now their are adding the HDR interface to the Flame monitor/recorders in firmware 7.01. The Flame Shogun/Assassin are also shipping as of just a few days ago. To grab yours follow the link at the bottom of this post.

  4. Introducing the Sony PXW-X500

    In this webinar, presented by experienced DoP  Alister Chapman is a comprehensive guide to using the Sony PXW-X500 in the field. In just 45 minutes you will get: A number of practical hints & tips on how to get the most from the PXW-X500 Advice on which features make a real difference when using this camera in the field Answers...
  5. Convergent Design Slash Price on Apollo Portable HD Multi-recorder/monitor

    Convergent Design just announced some really exciting discounts for their latest Apollo multir-recorder/monitor, which now includes a free 256GB solid state drive and a new low price for the month of April. The company also announced they are extending the current Odyssey7Q+ promotional pricing of £1400 + a free 256GB SSD.