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Sony PMW-EX3 review

Built-in Administration account — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 14:36:49 +0100

It has been a while since Sony launched its companion camera to the PMW-EX1. Having recently purchased an EX3 for myself here is my comprehensive review of the unit.

My Steadicam Dilemma

Built-in Administration account — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 02:00:57 +0100

As readers of this site know I love Steadicam. I've used them on a number of occasions as well as doing a Tiffen course. But I've never got around to actually buying one. Until now...

Glidecam X-22 Review

Built-in Administration account — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 17:36:23 +0100

A review of Glidecams new entry level body mounted stabiliser, the X-22, for medium sized cameras.

GoPro Hero3 Black Edition Review

Built-in Administration account — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 18:03:17 +0100

Following on from the huge success of the previous GoPro cameras, I have now finally had a chance to take a look at the new GoPro Hero3 Black Edition POV camera.

It all came tumbling down

Built-in Administration account — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 10:38:02 +0200

The video industry falls out of love with the DSLR

Things I really, really hate about Final Cut Pro

Built-in Administration account — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:57:08 +0100

Final Cut Pro might well be one of the most popular NLE's in the world. But it can also be totally infuriating. Here are some of my pet hates.

Bliss Stick Kayak video promo

Built-in Administration account — Sat, 09 Apr 2011 15:05:32 +0200

Recently I shot this little promo for Bliss Stick Kayaks giving an introduction to their boats and to alert people to the fact that they were now available in the UK.

Forgive me father for I have sinned

Built-in Administration account — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 11:12:30 +0100

Yes, that's right, after all I have said in the past I have bought a video capable DSLR, but I still stand by everything I have said.

Wildwater. An Interview with filmmaker Anson Fogel

Built-in Administration account — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 11:21:38 +0200

An interview with filmmaker Anson Fogel about his ambitious kayaking documentary, WildWater, that was shot on a Red One.

Color User.net

Built-in Administration account — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 13:42:44 +0200

A website I discovered for users of Apple Color.

Camera crew spotted with sound operator

Built-in Administration account — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 19:07:32 +0200

The video production world was thrown into shock today when it emerged that a corporate video firm in Stoke on Trent had been employing a sound operator to help acquire high quality sound.

Bokeh Porn

Built-in Administration account — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 10:21:35 +0200

If this decade will be known for anything in the video world it will be because of two things. The first is the transition to tapeless production. The second is that nobody seems to make proper programmes anymore, and instead we are subject to an endless stream of "camera tests" with shallow depth of field (whoopee f***ing doo!)

A review of the Sanyo Xacti VPC-WH1 waterproof camcorder

Built-in Administration account — Tue, 26 May 2009 10:10:30 +0200

Sanyo are not exactly known for professional camera equipment, and that isn't going to change with this little camcorder. However the VPC-WH1 has a trick up its sleeve that could make it a useful addition to your arsenal.

Vortex Media PMW-EX3 Field Guide

Built-in Administration account — Fri, 22 May 2009 12:39:07 +0200

Vortex Media produce another winner with their EX3 Field Guide.

Tiffen Steadicam course

Built-in Administration account — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:35:56 +0100

I attend a Steadicam course run by Tiffen at BBC's Wood Norton.

Panasonic announces the HPX300

Built-in Administration account — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 11:58:06 +0100

In a move that is sure to please many, Panasonic have announced their first foray into the truly low budget professional arena with the HPX300. The landscape of choice just got a little more difficult.

MacBreak Studio

Built-in Administration account — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 18:29:28 +0100

Several reasons why you should subscribe to MacBreak Studio if you run a Mac and Pro Apps.

Making money from Microstock

Built-in Administration account — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 23:50:24 +0100

Many videomakers are aware of royalty free Stock Footage websites such as iStockPhoto that allow artists to sell their footage at commission rates of varying degrees. I decided to take a look at the reality of making money through these systems.

New solid state JVC cameras

Built-in Administration account — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 15:25:05 +0100

CES saw the unveiling of two very interesting new camcorders by JVC.

Mastering the Sony PMW-EX3 DVD

Built-in Administration account — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 14:55:46 +0100

Vortex Media are fast gaining a name for themselves for high quality tutorial DVD's. Now with this release they cover Sony's PMW-EX3 tapeless camcorder. Read on to see what I thought.

XDCAM EX rolling shutter and jello

Built-in Administration account — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 13:00:35 +0100

A lot of concern seems to sweep various forums about the rolling shutter issue on the XDCAM EX and other CMOS cameras. I take a short look at the issue.

Ikonoskop unveil the A-Cam DII

Built-in Administration account — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 18:08:08 +0200

Ikonoskop unveil the A-Cam DII

To be honest I haven't really been keeping my eye on IBC this year. I had thought that it looked pretty uninspiring.

Photoshop style editing with video

Built-in Administration account — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 11:11:56 +0200

Video has been behind stills in more ways than one when it comes to editing the picture. New software algorithms show how video can now have some incredible editing applied.

Matrox MXO and Quicktime updates

Built-in Administration account — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 11:09:05 +0200

Why Matrox really very seriously needs to get their act together!

Ripple Training Soundtrack Pro 2: sound Editing & Mastering

Built-in Administration account — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 19:00:25 +0200

Ripple Training are back with an essential new set of tutorials based around Soundtrack Pro 2.

PNG plugin for Photoshop

Built-in Administration account — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:32:52 +0200

Okay, this isn't video related, but if you do web design on the side like I do then you will want to take a look at this.

My ideal world

Built-in Administration account — Wed, 14 May 2008 01:08:25 +0200

Stubbornness rules and it is restricting the industry.

Five more useful things to buy than a new camera

Built-in Administration account — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 23:08:30 +0200

NAB SHMAB. Get some equipment that really matters.

PDW-700 goes solid state

Built-in Administration account — Sat, 12 Apr 2008 13:57:56 +0200

An addition to the PDW-700 XDCAM HD allows SxS solid state recording.

List of broadcasters using tapeless acquisition systems

Built-in Administration account — Sat, 12 Apr 2008 21:52:13 +0200

List of broadcasters using tapeless acquisition systems

This page is meant as an overview of the state of play showing which broadcasters are using which tapeless acquisition system.