Tag Archives: Cinematography

Jochem de Vet’s Video Showcase on Filmmaker who Shot with the Sony A-77

By admin | Published May 7, 2012

Sony Alpha A77 | Showcase from Jochem de Vet on Vimeo.

A month ago, Joachem de Vet did this piece showcasing other filmmakers on Vimeo using the Sony A-77 (just like I do).  His story:

This video contains work from various filmmakers.

As a former Canon user I have made the switch to the Sony A77. Soon I began noticing that there was little talk on the web about the Sony Alpha A77′s video/film capabilities. The A77 is not embraced by the videographing community. My idea is that it should be, because it is one the most powerful hdslr’s on the market. To showcase the power and beauty of the A77 I’ve selected a few clips from talented filmmakers on Vimeo who had the guts to switch and try something new.
Features artists:

Randy Smith
Gunnar Radeloff
Julian van Buul
Heikki Kivijärvi
KV Films
Travel Freaks
Nenad Djedovic
FotoFreaks Malaysia
Steve Turnham
Eduard Ebel
Jeff Stiver
Martin Soldier

Music:
Rebecca Peake – Super Bowl Infinity
soundcloud.com/rebecca-peake

Source – Joachem de Vet

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Another Great Kickstarter Project – Galileo

By admin | Published April 7, 2012

What can the Galileo do? it can be used for ….

  • Video calls and conferencing – stay connected as you follow the action
  • Baby monitoring – see what you want to see, not just what the babysitter shows you
  • Remote learning – follow professors around the classroom; see who is asking questions
  • Time-lapse photography – create dynamic time-lapse videos that encompass movement along with passage of time
  • Cinematography – Shoot interesting transition shots, panning down, panning across and up, etc.  Mount the Galileo on rails and create a mini-rig for your iPhone camera!
  • Real estate photography – build 360° spherical virtual home tours with ease

Features -

  • Infinite 360° panning and tilting rotation.  200° per second pan-and-tilt speeds.
  • Remotely controlled from your iPad, iPhone, or web browser.  Swipe your finger across the screen or move your mouse to control the movement of the Galileo and your device.
  • SDK (software developers kit) for app development.  Freedom to integrate Galileo functionality into existing apps or to create entirely new apps built around the movement capabilities of Galileo.  Or build software to integrate the Galileo with other hardware (e.g. camera rails).
  • Outfitted with a standard tripod screw, the Galileo can be mounted on any tripod.
  • Fabulous charging station for your iPhone or iPod.  Charges your device while plugged in (USB cable included).
  • Rechargeable Lithium polymer battery lets you use your Galileo anywhere.

The Galileo’s initial pledge of US$100,000 has long already been met, with 15 days left, the pledge total now stands at US$417,793 and growing fast. For US$85, this gadget is a sure steal. Check out more details and pledging information at their Kickstarter page here, Kickstarter Galileo Page

Source – Kickstarter Galileo Page

 

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Cinematic Settings for Sony NEXs

By admin | Published March 5, 2012

Autumn – Getting Cinematic with the Sony NEX-5N from Manuel A. Calle on Vimeo.

Guys over at the Digital Visual have this great video out shoot great cinematic scenes with the Sony NEX-5N.  In order to produce such effects, they also posted a workflow on how to shoot cinematic shots on the Sony NEX-5N.  Well as it is pretty standard across the Sony NEX lines and the new Sony Alpha A65 and A77, the workflow can pretty much be applied to all the aforementioned models.  Try and out and see for your self.

Lens used in the shoot -

Sigma 30mm f/1.4 (Canon Mount)
Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 (Canon Mount)
Minolta 50mm f/1.7
Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 (Canon Mount)
Sony 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Kit Lens

Source – The Digital Visual

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Second Good Look Video at the Edelkrone Modular 7 Rig System for DSLR/HDSLR

By admin | Published February 2, 2012

Back in November we showed you a quick preview on the Edelkrone Rigs.  Got a note from the guys over at Edelkrone saying that their new site is up instead of the old eBay product page.  Prices are lot lower now and the new product line are just simply awesome, you have to check it out to believe it.  The above video shows their Modular 7 system, simply AWESOME.  You can check out of of their product video over at their Vimeo Page.

Source – Edelkrone

edelkrone – Modula 7 – first look from edelkrone on Vimeo.

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The Ultimate Free DSLR Cinematography Guide from NoFilmSchool

By admin | Published January 5, 2012

The DSLR Cinematography Guide from NoFilmSchool is truly the ultimate guide to cinematography on a DSLR.  The 114-pages guide can be download free from NoFilmSchool, link here.  There is also an online version here.

This from the Introduction of the Guide, “Digital cinematography is changing so rapidly these days that a printed book on the subject will likely be outdated by the time it reaches store shelves; this is especially true when it comes to the rapid release cycle of DSLRs. Up-to-date information can be found on online forums, but forums lack the organizing principles of a book, and as a result it can take a ludicrously long time to piece together reliable information (I spent months forum-surfing to assemble my own camera package). Thus, this guide: I hope it saves readers money they would’ve otherwise spent on an out-of-date book, and I hope it saves forums from so many newbie — sorry, “n00b” — questions.”

Check it out.

Source – NoFilmSchool

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