Gear

    These filmmakers figured out how to shoot 8K VR180 video for less than $1000

    These filmmakers figured out how to shoot 8K VR180 video for less than $1000
    Jan 15, 2024 Alex Baker

    VR180 video has been gaining popularity recently, particularly since Canon entered the game with their dual fisheye lens designed specifically for shooting virtual reality (VR)….

    Flashpoint R2 Nano

    There’s a tiny new Godox Nano flash trigger with touchscreen OLED
    Jan 15, 2024 John Aldred

    A new tiny Flashpoint R2 Nano trigger (buy here) has popped up at Adorama. It’s compatible with the existing Flashpoint and Godox X flash system…

    Ulanzi F12 Mini Camera Speedlight

    Ulanzi enters the flash market with a $30 speedlight
    Jan 12, 2024 John Aldred

    Ulanzi has decided to step into the camera flash market with the Ulanzi F12 Mini Camera Flash Speedlite (buy here). The universal flash works with…

    tongue selfies

    MouthPad lets you take phone photos (and more) with your tongue
    Jan 12, 2024 Dunja Đuđić

    At CES 2024, a curious innovation emerged from the shadows. It’s called the MouthPad, and it’s a tongue-operated touchpad nestled discreetly on the roof of…

    best camera bags

    The best camera bag for photographers in 2024
    Jan 12, 2024 Joost Wierenga

    I can count on three fingers the most needed and purchased camera accessories for beginner photographers and filmmakers. The first one is kind of obvious:…

    How good are budget lenses and can you tell the difference?

    How good are budget lenses, and can you really tell the difference?
    Jan 12, 2024 Roman Fox

    Whenever I pick up a new piece of gear, I always want the top-of-the-range option, and even if I clearly don’t need it, I manage…

    Viltrox Retro 08X & 12X

    Viltrox launches new “Retro” RGBW pocket LED lights
    Jan 11, 2024 John Aldred

    Viltrox has announced a new pair of “retro” RGBW pocket-sized LED lights. They’re called the Viltrox 08X (buy here) and the Viltrox 12X (buy here),…

    Nexus G1

    Nexus G1 is a Pocket 6K rehoused in a box camera
    Jan 11, 2024 John Aldred

    Box-style cameras have become quite popular amongst many filmmakers. While they may initially seem limited compared to their mirrorless counterparts, they can actually be much…

    Hollyland Lark M2

    Hollyland Lark M2 is a tiny button-sized 9-gram wireless microphone
    Jan 11, 2024 John Aldred

    Hollyland has announced the new Hollyland Lark M2 (buy here). It’s a tiny wireless button microphone transmitter and receiver combo for iPhones, Android devices and…

    Yongnuo YN 11mm f/1.8S DA DSM WL

    Yongnuo YN 11mm f/1.8S DA DSM WL AF lens has a wireless follow focus
    Jan 9, 2024 John Aldred

    Yongnuo has announced its acronym-laden Yongnuo YN 11mm f/1.8S DA DSM WL APS-C lens. It’s currently available in China for Sony E mount, but other…