Technical stuff

"Devs" is one of 2020’s most critically acclaimed TV shows; a stunningly beautiful 4K HDR production for FX Networks. The eight-part miniseries is a philosophical and intelligent exploration of determinism and individuality or free will—what it is to be alive—and how technology is shaped by humanity’s emotional need and input.

Large-Capacity battery runs Arri SkyPanel S60 at maximum power for 2.5 hours.

The first fully accessorized, broad color spectrum LED fixture with award-winning MIX® Technology in a portable, versatile handheld form factor.

We congratulate the whole team of "Lupin" and the production company Gaumont on the well-deserved success of the series, released on January 8.

Shooting at more than 1,000 frames per second (shutter at 180 degres) is a headache for the light, especially when filming flying insects and other butterflies: it is impossible to use powerful HMI sources without burning the insects and no Led source is powerful enough. We have tested with Eli Lévé, at Next Shot rental company, Dedolight Lightstream projectors and this technique has solved the difficulties.

The Imago Technical Committee and Sony are pleased to announce that after several meetings at IBC exhibitions, one of the requests from the cinematographers, DITs and colorists community gathered by the Imago Technical Committee (ITC) in its latest survey has been fulfilled by Sony’s Japanese engineers.

Since Leitz, in 2011, released the complete range of Summilux-C lenses – which, four years later, was given the Scientific and Engineering Award® by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences – cinematographer Michel Amathieu, AFC, has practically always used them whenever possible. Consequently, when he got involved with the Netflix series "Gone for Good", he immediately offered director Juan Carlos Medina to test the new Leitz Prime wide-format lenses which open at T: 1.8. Both men were so enthralled by those first tests that they did not even try other lenses.

Gen Energy is a South Korean manufacturer of high-end batteries. Based near Seoul, the company started its activity around CCTV camera optics, then developing its own cameras as an OEM.

SAS Damien-Vicart, pioneer in the use of drones for aerial photography in France since 2008, had the chance to be involved in this shooting. There were several shots, simple in appearance, but which required a great deal of precision.

Aering speaks about the Shotover K1 stabilized camera head, its accessories and flexibility.

Designed for professionals that push boundaries with the quality of their videos, this 7-inch screen elevates the image captured by any HDMI or SDI camera to new levels. With a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio and a peak brightness of 3000nits, Shogun 7 is the ultimate all-in-one video production tool for creative storytelling.

In the latest news from Damien-Vicart SAS, the shooting of feature lengths, TV series and some commercials; and the setups on any vehicle of our 6K Super35 2kg camera.

Fujifilm France, associate member of the AFC, is pleased to announce the development of the wide-angle zoom lens Fujinon Premista 19-45mm T2.9 (Premista 19-45mm). Offering Cinematographers focal lengths between 19mm and 45mm, this will be the third model to join the Premista series of zoom lenses for cinema cameras that support large format sensors and film.

The new Optica Magnus full format viewfinder is an ergonomically designed optical viewfinder system that offers Spherical and Anamorphic capabilities. Currently squeeze factors are 1.5X and 1.9X (1.9X covers 1.8X and 2.0X squeeze factors). The viewfinder is compatible for all sensor formats up to RED Monstro 8K (image diameter 46,31mm), offers interchangeable lens mounts and more.

Whether in house, on set or on remote locations with batteries, the UV-C Boxer harnesses medical-grade technology to sanitize gear in just 5 minutes!

Meet DP David Mullen, ASC, for an in-depth look at the making and style of Amazon’s Emmy award-winning show, "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel." David breaks down the look of the show, how he pulled off some incredible "oners," and, of course, how he uses color to bring the show to life. David also discusses why he chose the Arri Alexa Mini to film the hit series.

Join us for the next FilmLight’s webinar during which will be reviewed the Baselight’s creative toolset, technical features, workflow, interoperability and more. Thursday, June 4 10:00 Los Angeles | 13:00 New York | 18:00 London | 19:00 Paris - Munich.

You’re invited to a virtual round-table discussion about the use of gels and colored LED lighting on set. Moderated by Rosco’s Nils de Montgrand and Nicolas Goerg, a panel of three notable filmmakers will discuss how they navigate their way through the choices they’ve got in the marketplace and describe the different techniques they’ve used in their projects.