How many times has a shot been ruined by an amateur photographer at a wedding. Especially those who use flash. These amateurs are always in the way. They make too much noise. And are not respectful of this occasion. With the explosion of gadgets this is more of a problem. It is time for unplugged …
Updated: Panasonic Lumix G X Vario 12-35mm f/2.8 Firmware 1.2
I have updated my lens. Have You? Recently, Panasonic has posted a firmware update for its Lumix G X Vario 12-35mm f/2,8 ASPH. lens. According to Panasonic version 1.2 improves the performance of the optical image stabiliser during video capture. For more information, visit the website: Panasonic Japan To see this lens on Amazon click hear.
NAB 2013 – Glidecam
While wandering the halls at NAB 2013, I visited the Glidecam booth. I talked with David Stevens, the chief executive officer. I found out that I had one of the original Glidecams as mine is made of wood. He showed some nice new products including the Glidecam HD1000. For more information on these items, see http://www.glidecam.com
Adobe Now Renting Their Software
On the first page of Abobe’s website. “We believe the creative process can be better. We believe your tools can do more. Imagine fonts, files, projects and teams always in sync. Inspiration exactly when you need it. Sharing, collaborating, and publishing to anyone, everywhere. Creative Cloud will change everything.” With this announcement it has. With …
NAB 2013 – JuicedLink
While at NAB 2013, I was able to visit with Robert Rozak from Juicedlink. I met him two years ago at NAB 2011. One of the cool things about going to NAB is that you meet people that create products that you that you use. I have been a user of his mixers for many …
NAB 2013 – Panasonic Shows A Powerhouse
As many of you know I now use the Panasonic GH3 for my video camera. So it was natural to visit the Panasonic Broadcast booth at NAB 2013. What I saw there made me surprised because they did not feature the Panasonic GH2 at NAB 2011. I was told that it was from their commercial division …
NAB 2013 – Blackmagic Cinema Camera
At NAB 2013, Blackmagic’s Pocket Cinema Camera made headlines for its value proposition and an active Micro Four Thirds lens mount rounding out a very solid spec list. Also they showed their new 4K Cinema Camera. Frugal talked to Blackmagicdesign about these new cameras. Pre-Order your Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera here. Pre-Order the 4K Blackmagic Cinema Camera …
NAB is Over – An Overall Video Report
The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) convention just concluded in Las Vegas. One of the reasons I go to NAB is to meet up with old friends and make new ones. It was great to see them and compare notes. I saw the latest and greatest. I will be filing some 20+ reports. I saw …
Frugal Will Be At NAB This Year, Will You?
Frugal will be t NAB this year, will you? That’s right it is that time again when to get out your walking shoes. There are miles of exhibit floor to explore for to interview exhibitors about the latest and greatest for the Frugal Filmmaker. Monday thru Wednesday we will be wandering the halls. A little …
Apple Aims To Win Over Video Editors
The LA Times featured an article about how Apple is starting to win back video editors. They don’t need to for me as FCPX has become my editor of choice. “The backlash over Apple’s redesign of Final Cut Pro video editing software two years ago was so severe that even slashing the price by $700, …
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