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For a few months now I've been using the brand new Momento camera backpack from Ambitionem, and it's honestly been one of my favorites (and I've used a LOT). With a fairly compact size and good looking design that doesn't feel awkward on either a casual day with the family or a professional shoot, it [...]
Anyone who's considered the Zhiyun Crane 3S knows the biggest challenge can be the weight. Gimbals get heavy quickly especially as you're focused on framing, movement and more ...so I got a handful of support systems to help take that weight off your arms a bit, and tried them out. Here's a quick look at [...]
Longest blog title ever? Well, this isn't the longest video ever, so don't miss it. The Zeapon Micro 2 motorized slider is incredibly smooth, portable, powerful and easy to use. Originally though, you couldn't get looped movement (a must-have for interviews, for example) without connecting to the mobile app. Well, Zeapon has put out a [...]
The secret's out- the Osee T7 monitor is one of my favorite camera monitors and my go-to in just about any situation. With a quick and full featured interface, 7 inch screen and super bright 3000 nit display, it's ready for anything. But, those 3000 nits can definitely eat up batteries. So, just how much [...]
There are a ton of pocket LEDs on the market these days- ranging from small and cheap to rugged and full featured. The F7, FalconEyes first version of their own pocket LED was well made and ...well, average. It had a magnetized backside but that was about it for standout features, which was OK without [...]
A good, fairly compact, high capacity and full featured video head and tripod is hard to come by without breaking the bank. While hardly the cheapest on the market, the K7 head and TC9 legs from iFootage are also far from the most expensive; but they're a very professional option with lots of convenient little [...]
The Key Grip made by Portkeys and Clutch from RVLVR Labs are both great additions to a camera rig like the Z Cam E2-F6 which I use myself. Both attach and reposition with rosette attachments, have good looking wooden finishes and allow you to control a number of camera parameters right at the tip of [...]
Today, I want to talk about how a high end wireless video monitor compares to a much cheaper solution. I recently reviewed the Hollyland Cosmo M7, a 7 inch 1500 nit professional monitor with their professional grade zero latency Cosmo series receiver built right in. Besides being very rugged, full featured and coming with a [...]
Compact, simple, reliable wireless video up to 300ft (LOS) with only 70ms latency to up to 3 smart devices simoultaneously. The Hollyland Mars X is a powerful choice for beginners and experienced users alike. Get a start in wireless video or expand the convenience of what you can do. Check out the review and comment [...]
It's no secret that I love Hollyland wireless systems, and their new Cosmo M7 wireless monitor is a beautifully useful tool to have on set. With a Cosmo series receiver built in, the zero latency monitor with NO cables or separate external power solutions necessary is ready to go at a moment's notice. Packed in [...]
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