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By James DeRuvo (doddleNEWS) Continuing our 2015 Holiday Gift Guide Series, now we move into the big kahuna ... hardware. There are plenty of items in this list which will appeal to just about every budget and range, so saddle up and let's take a look at some of the best tools this year to give … [Read more...]
By James DeRuvo (doddleNEWS) If you'd really like to introduce some movement into your shots, but you can afford a swanky Freefly MōVI M5, there's one device you can get for under $100, that can really add some dynamic production value to your images ... it's the JOBY Action Jib Kit and Pole … [Read more...]
By James DeRuvo (doddleNEWS) Developed in association with Achtel Pty Ltd., Mojo Media announced today the TrueBlue optical filter for the RED EPIC and RED DRAGON platforms. The new filter promises sophisticated optical separation of blue colors, protecting them from color contamination. … [Read more...]
By James DeRuvo (doddleNEWS) Last week at NAB, I swung by Polar Pro's booth and saw some pretty cool new accessories that they are working on to give GoPro users a more realistic image, without having the issues of selfie poles and other issues sticking in their image. Those new accessories … [Read more...]
Offers Listings of Local 3D Printing Services By James DeRuvo (doddleNEWS) If you're looking at the GoPro accessories and trying to decide what you need to get that action shot for your next project, you may be coming up short if a mount isn't yet available, or may just be out of your budget. … [Read more...]
Low-pass filter to offer lower noise and improved dynamic range, but does it really need it? By James DeRuvo (doddleNEWS) No matter what camera you use, moire and aliasing is something one should always pay attention to. Whether DSLRs for running and gunning, or using a Cinema style camera … [Read more...]
Concierge Service to provide tune-ups and support By James DeRuvo (doddleNEWS) Redrock Micro is blacking out its trademark colorful knob fringes and announcing their new Black Series of cinema rigs and accessories, and a new concierge service which will offer both periodic tune-ups of all … [Read more...]
By James DeRuvo (doddleNEWS) The iPad is an all-in-one video-making machine, allowing you to shoot, edit and upload from Apple's famous iOS tablet. From camera to monitor mounts, the iPad is a crazy flexible tool on set. But how to mount it so it's not only available, but hands free? Here's a … [Read more...]
Accessory promises to improve moire issues By James DeRuvo (doddleNEWS) When Canon introduced the entry-level, full-frame 6D DSLR, the hope was that the ultra-low budget filmmakers of the YouTube crowd would spend a bit more for it, rather than their lower cost T-series cameras which use an … [Read more...]
New XL model may adds distance, but at a cost By James DeRuvo (doddleNEWS) It wasn't too long ago that Edelkrone introduced the SliderPlus, a cool slider whose compact design provided twice the slide for the money. And now they've stretched it out even more with the new Slider Plus XL. … [Read more...]
By James DeRuvo (doddleNEWS) First there was the Focus One follow focus, then there was the transforming Pocket Rig, and now, Edelkrone has re-imagined the Slider, making it portable for the mobile crowd, but still viable for a locked down shot. Let's take a look... … [Read more...]
By James DeRuvo (doddleNEWS) If you're looking to pick up a Canon DSLR like the T4i or the 5D Mk. II (or III), you may be wondering... OK what else do I need in order fill out my DSLR camera package? Well, here at doddleNEWS, we have a few ideas ... … [Read more...]
The Edelkrone Pocket Rig may be a great addition to a DSLR Toolkit By James DeRuvo (doddleNEWS) I came across this cool video below about the Edelkrone Pocket Rig. And believe it or not, it's a collapsible camera rail system for DSLRs which may be an ideal tool for those shooting their next … [Read more...]
Ready to Shoot Kits will include optional Cage Mounting and Cable Safe Systems By James DeRuvo (doddleNEWS) At CineGear, when I interviewed development executive Tim Smith about Canon and the competitive impact that the Blackmagic Cinema Camera would have, he shrugged and said he was just as … [Read more...]
By James DeRuvo (doddleNEWS) Camera cage maker Redrock Micro has teamed up with Canon to design the ultraCage for the Canon C100 digital video camera. The C100 ultraCage design joins designs for the C300 and Canon HDSLR camera platforms. … [Read more...]
By James DeRuvo (doddleNEWS) Well, it looks like the speculation is officially over. Apple has sent out invitations for a special event, and judging by the cover to the right, it looks like it's definitely the iPhone 5 coming September 12th. … [Read more...]
