Visual Impact Blog

  1. Panasonic DVX200 Firmware 1.40 Adds Wireless Remote Control App and Other Improvements

    Panasonic DVX200 is quite the unique camcorder. It features a 4/3 type 4K CMOS large sensor and a fantastic 13x zoom fixed Leica Dicomar lens all into a familiar handheld camcorder design. Just earlier today, Panasonic release the latest firmware 1.40 for the camera which adds support for a wireless remote control via an iPad app as well as other improvements.

  2. Collection of New Footage from the Upcoming Blackmagic URSA Mini 4.6K Camera

    We put together a collection of the latest 4K footage from the upcoming Blackmagic URSA Mini 4.6K camera that has been out for testing with beta-testers all around the world.

  3. Sony A7R II / A7S II Firmware 3.0 Fixes 4K Overheating Issues

    The flagship Sony A7R II and A7S II cameras are significant achievements for Sony in terms of technical prowess, but upon release some cameras of this range had some issues with overheating when recording in 4K internally for extended periods of time, but now Sony has issues a firmware update to remedy this phenomenon.

  4. Zeiss Adds a Wide-Angle 21mm f2.8 Compact Lens to the LOXIA Family

    The ZEISS Loxia 21mm f2.8 is the youngest addition to the Loxia family of compact full-frame lenses for Sony E mount cameras such as the Sony A7s, A7s II and A7R II. Videographers can benefit from the fluid manual aperture option and the solid metal construction. And of course, outstanding world-class image quality from none other than legendary optics-maker Zeiss.

  5. New Budget Monitors for DSLR Filmmakers

    The good news is that AVtec are bringing out a couple of very affordable monitors for those on a tight budget. The XHD070 and the AVtec XHD070 Pro both cost below £180 and feature ultra-thin 7-inch IPS displays with 1280 x 800 resolution and are packed with professional features for focus and exposure.