Posts by Author: John Aldred
John Aldred is a photographer with over 25 years of experience in the portrait and commercial worlds. He is based in Scotland and has been an early adopter – and occasional beta tester – of almost every digital imaging technology in that time. As well as his creative visual work, John uses 3D printing, electronics and programming to create his own photography and filmmaking tools and consults for a number of brands across the industry.
The new Sharp 8K camera costs $77,000
Nov 14, 2017
John Aldred
Just when you thought we’d settled on 4K, along comes 8K. Sharp have announced their new 8C-B60A (catchy name) 8K Professional Camcorder, and it will…
The affordable 5.7K resolution YI 360 VR camera is finally released
Nov 14, 2017
John Aldred
People have been waiting a long time for this one. Originally announced way back in April for release in June, the YI 360 VR has faced…
5 effective tripod hacks for your next film project
Nov 14, 2017
John Aldred
It’s rare that I actually see new ways to utilise a tripod. When these videos pop up, they’re invariably just a rehashing of somebody else’s…
This dizzying timelapse was shot by a drone flying in huge circles
Nov 13, 2017
John Aldred
Drone timelapse has started to become quite a popular thing lately. But it’s only very recently that people seem to be really experimenting with it….
Everything you ever needed to know about lights in under 30 minutes
Nov 13, 2017
John Aldred
Choosing continuous lights has become such a struggle for new filmmakers and photographers. Not too many years ago, your options were simple. Either you get…
Sigma release pricing & availability info on new 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens
Nov 11, 2017
John Aldred
Just over two weeks ago, during PhotoPlus Expo, Sigma announced a new super wide super fast prime lens was on the way. The 16mm f/1.4…
This cinematic handheld iPhone X video shows off just how well its lens stabilisation really works
Nov 10, 2017
John Aldred
We just posted about a particularly well made iPhone X video yesterday, profiling French dessert maker Elise Lepinteur. While it is a very nice and polished…
Bride is out hundreds of dollars over alleged wedding photo scam
Nov 10, 2017
John Aldred
Photography scams are not uncommon. New ones seem to be appearing regularly, and old ones just never seem to die off. Usually, they’re in the…
This “cinematic” short film was shot entirely on the new iPhone X
Nov 9, 2017
John Aldred
You knew it was coming. It was inevitable. A new iPhone is released, so somebody has to go and do a photo shoot or make…
Israeli start-up sues Apple over alleged dual camera patent infringement
Nov 9, 2017
John Aldred
It seems like Apple’s always in the news for some alleged patent infringement. Or taking somebody else to court for it. Although, primarily that patent…