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    First look: Amaran Light Dome Mini SE and Spotlight SE modifiers
    Apr 28, 2023 John Aldred

    Amaran, the entry-level brand of products from Aputure, has introduced two new light modifiers. Launched at NAB 2023, we see the Amaran Light Dome Mini…

    DJI moves to a Triple-Camera Gimbal with the Mavic 3 Pro
    Apr 25, 2023 Udi Tirosh

    DJI just does not stop. After releasing the Inspire 3 at NAB, they still have enough wind in their pipes to release another drone just…

    Rode’s new PodMic USB also sports an XLR socket
    Apr 25, 2023 John Aldred

    It looks like Rode has started a new design trend in some of their microphone releases. At least, they have with microphones potentially destined for…

    Rode Wireless GO II finally gets a charging case and major firmware update
    Apr 24, 2023 John Aldred

    Rode has announced a lot of stuff during NAB 2023 so far. There’s been the Rode Streamer X (buy here) video and audio capture device…

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    Kelvin Play is the first ever RBGACL LED panel light
    Apr 23, 2023 Udi Tirosh

    I want to warmly welcome the new Kelvin Play (link) – an RGBACL panel light. Of all the many LED panels I have seen in…

    First look at RODE’s RodeCaster Duo and RodeCaster Pro II firmware updates
    Apr 21, 2023 John Aldred

    It’s a big week for Rode, with many new announcements. This time, it’s the new RodeCaster Duo (buy here), a 2-channel version of the 4-channel…

    First look at the Aputure Amaran 150C and 300C RGBWW LED lights
    Apr 21, 2023 John Aldred

    At NAB 2023, Aputure announced two new LED lights in their Amaran lineup. They’re the Amaran 150C (buy here) and Amaran 300C (buy here), both…

    Is Meike’s 84mm f/1.4 RF lens the first 3rd party AF lens to be Canon-approved?
    Apr 20, 2023 John Aldred

    Meike has announced a new 85mm f/1.4 lens at NAB 2023 this week. This in itself is not really big news. Neither is the fact…

    First look at the new SmallRig F60 modular follow-focus unit
    Apr 19, 2023 John Aldred

    Follow-focus units have been around for a long time. Over the last few years, we’ve seen many of them pop up from quite a few…

    Sennheiser 5th generation wireless microphone system has remote smartphone control
    Apr 14, 2023 John Aldred

    Sennheiser announced the fifth generation of its wireless microphone system. The company says it’s purpose-built for content creators, filmmakers and broadcasters, offering a wide range…