Focus Check

ep17 - Cine Gear Expo Roundup | Industry Trends from L.A. | Lenses: Sharpness vs. Character | Lots of New Gear

This week Nino and Johnnie talk to our contributor Graham about Cine Gear Expo and the overall feeling within the film and TV industry in Hollywood. They discuss whether lenses should rather be clean and sharp or should have character. Graham also talks about much more of the gear he saw at Cine Gear Expo.
 
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Show chapters:
 
(00:00:00) Introduction 
 
(00:01:24) Cine Gear Expo Impressions and Feeling Within the Industry
 
(00:06:28) Industry Trends That Graham Noticed
 
(00:08:05) Lenses: Sharpness vs. Character
 
(00:26:34) Ironglass MkII Review - Vintage Optics Reborn
 
https://www.cined.com/ironglass-mk-ii-review-vintage-optics-reborn/
 
(00:31:03) FreeMe Timecard and Job Tracking App for Film Crew Members Explained
 
https://www.cined.com/freeme-timecard-and-job-tracking-app-for-film-crew-members-explained/
 
(00:35:36) MUTINY Ecosystem for Freefly Ember High-Speed Camera
 
https://www.cined.com/mutiny-ecosystem-for-freefly-ember-high-speed-camera-first-look/
 
(00:40:15) Core SWX MoXIE Solo – First Look at a New Mobile Power Solution
 
https://www.cined.com/core-swx-moxie-solo-first-look-at-a-new-mobile-power-solution/
 
(00:43:23) MID49 Rainbow Handle System with Interchangeable Color-Coded Grips
 
https://www.cined.com/mid49-rainbow-handle-system-with-interchangeable-color-coded-grips-first-look/
 
(00:46:37) Lightbridge and DoPchoice Snapbridge
 
https://www.cined.com/lightbridge-and-dopchoice-snapbridge-new-size-and-diffusion-fabrics-with-bluff-bounce/
 
(00:53:51) Blackmagic Design URSA Cine Immersive Camera for Vision Pro Spacial Videos Announced
 
https://www.cined.com/blackmagic-design-ursa-cine-immersive-camera-for-vision-pro-spacial-videos-announced/
 
(01:01:43) Viltrox LUNA 30-300mm T4.0 10x Zoom Launched
 
https://www.cined.com/viltrox-luna-30-300mm-t4-0-10x-zoom-launched-first-look/
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ep16 - Cine Gear News | CineD Special Edition CFexpress 1TB Card | YC Onion Pineta Peak Review | VR Lenses and Cameras

This week we have a special announcement! Our first CineD-branded product is out with a discounted offer for our readers - the CineD Special Edition CFexpress Type B 1TB card for only $/€179.99! Use code "CineD1TB" at checkout for the 50% discount.
 
Nino and Johnnie also talk about lots of news coming out of Cine Gear Expo in LA this week. Newly announced cameras and lenses especially designed for VR, SIGMA lenses,and a SmallRig ecosystem for the Sony BURANO. Tune in to hear Johnnie’s and Nino’s thoughts on all these new releases. 
 
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Show chapters:
 
(00:00:00) Introduction 
 
(00:01:45) CineD Special Edition CFexpress Type B 1TB Card Launched
 
https://www.cined.com/cined-special-edition-cfexpress-type-b-1tb-card-launched-get-it-for-only-179-99-excl-tax/
 
(00:07:24) Is the YC Onion Pineta Peak Tripod a Sachtler Flowtech KILLER?
 
https://www.cined.com/is-the-yc-onion-pineta-peak-tripod-a-sachtler-flowtech-killer-a-video-review/
 
(00:17:05) Canon RF-S 3.9mm f/3.5 STM Dual Fisheye Lens Announced
 
https://www.cined.com/canon-rf-s-3-9mm-f-3-5-stm-dual-fisheye-lens-announced/
 
(00:17:43) Blackmagic Design URSA Cine Immersive Camera for Vision Pro Spacial Videos Announced
 
https://www.cined.com/blackmagic-design-ursa-cine-immersive-camera-for-vision-pro-spacial-videos-announced/
 
(00:26:10) Tilta Hydra Alien Pro Announced
 
https://www.cined.com/tilta-hydra-alien-pro-announced-first-look/
 
(00:27:42) Tilta Mirage Pro Introduced – A Modular 3-Stage Matte Box with Electronic VND
 
https://www.cined.com/tilta-mirage-pro-introduced-a-modular-3-stage-matte-box-with-electronic-vnd/
 
(00:32:03) V35 Project Re-Tuning for SIGMA Cine Lenses Announced
https://www.cined.com/v35-project-re-tuning-for-sigma-cine-lenses-announced-inspired-by-kowa-ff-glass/
 
(00:35:42) Astera LunaBulb Released
 
https://www.cined.com/astera-lunabulb-released-a-3-3w-rgbma-ip44-led-bulb-with-wireless-control/
 
(00:37:16) SIGMA 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art & 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art – First Look
 
https://www.cined.com/sigma-28-45mm-f-1-8-dg-dn-art-24-70mm-f-2-8-dg-dn-ii-art-first-look/
 
(00:43:05) Viltrox LUNA 30-300mm T4.0 10x Zoom Launched
 
https://www.cined.com/viltrox-luna-30-300mm-t4-0-10x-zoom-launched-first-look/
 
(00:45:25) SmallRig Accessory Ecosystem for Sony BURANO Announced
 
https://www.cined.com/smallrig-accessory-ecosystem-for-sony-burano-announced-first-look/
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ep15 - Canon EOS C400 | Panasonic LUMIX GH7 | Canon RF35mm f/1.4 and Cine-Servo 17-120mm T2.95-3.9 | SIGMA 28-45mm f/1.8 | Sony and AI | Tribeca Film Festival

Two huge camera announcements to talk about this week: the Canon EOS C400 and the Panasonic LUMIX GH7. This week, Nino and Johnnie are joined by CineD contributor Graham E. Sheldon - live from Hollywood - to talk about all these new releases, including the new lenses from Canon and SIGMA. They top it off by talking about what’s new in AI: Sony Pictures announced that they will use AI in films to cut costs and the Tribeca Film Festival will be screening Sora Shorts.  
 
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Show chapters:
 
(00:00:00) Introduction 
 
(00:02:22) Canon EOS C400 Cinema Camera Announced
https://www.cined.com/canon-eos-c400-cinema-camera-announced-6k-full-frame-raw-internal-recording-triple-base-iso-and-more/
 
(00:28:00) Panasonic LUMIX GH7 Announced
https://www.cined.com/panasonic-lumix-gh7-announced-pdaf-internal-prores-raw-32-bit-float-audio-and-more/
 
(00:42:57) Canon RF35mm f/1.4 L VCM Lens Released
https://www.cined.com/canon-rf35mm-f-1-4-l-vcm-lens-released-first-in-a-series-of-hybrid-fixed-focal-length-lenses/
 
(00:48:21) Canon Cine-Servo 17-120mm T2.95-3.9 Lens Announced
https://www.cined.com/canon-cn7x17-kas-t-r1-and-t-p1-cine-servo-lens-announced-added-features-and-an-rf-mount/
 
(00:53:32) SIGMA 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN Art – World’s Fastest Full-Frame Zoom Lens Announced
https://www.cined.com/sigma-28-45mm-f-1-8-dg-dn-art-worlds-fastest-full-frame-zoom-lens-announced/
 
(00:58:35) Sony Pictures to Leverage AI in Film Production to Cut Costs
https://www.cined.com/sony-pictures-to-leverage-ai-in-film-production-to-cut-costs/
(01:16:39) Tribeca Festival Will Screen “Sora Shorts”
https://www.cined.com/tribeca-festival-will-screen-sora-shorts-five-films-generated-by-ai/
 
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ep14 - What Makes a BALANCED Camera Review? OUR Take ... | Touchscreen Video Editing | New Tilta Car Mounting Systems

How does CineD make sure that camera reviews are unbiased and well-balanced? In this episode Nino and Johnnie talk about our angle when it comes to review ethics. The recent LUMIX S9 and Insta360 controversies have caused quite a stir in the industry. Hear our take on relations with camera manufacturers and press events. Johnnie and Nino also talk about touchscreen editing and whether they have already tried it. At the end they introduce you to new car mounting systems announced by Tilta.
 
Show chapters:
 
(00:00:00) Introduction 
 
(00:00:46) Review Ethics: Nino’s and Johnnie’s Take on the Discussion
 
(00:42:26) Touchscreen Editing Poll - Are You Considering It?
 
https://www.cined.com/poll-touchscreen-editing-for-videos-photos-and-sound-are-you-considering-it/
 
(00:51:03) Tilta Hydra Articulating Car Mounting System Announced
 
https://www.cined.com/tilta-hydra-articulating-car-mounting-system-announced/
 
(00:53:56) Tilta Hydra Electronic Suction Cup Introduced
 
https://www.cined.com/tilta-hydra-electronic-suction-cup-introduced-never-lose-suction-pressure-again/
 
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ep13 - FUJIFILM X100VI Review & X-T50 Work-in-Progress | Panasonic LUMIX S9 | BMD Micro Color Panel First Look | New Laowa OOOM Zoom Lenses | Sony Xperia 1 VI | The Filmmaker’s Voice

World premiere of the new CineD song! …Which Nino spent an entire five minutes on (AI ....). The review of the FUJIFILM X100VI is out now, and the next one on the  FUJIFILM X-T50 is coming up next. Nino and Johnnie also talk about the Panasonic LUMIX S9, Alex gives his first impression of the Blackmagic Design Micro Color Panel and together we take a look at the MovMax Blade Arm for mounting smaller cameras to cars. Listen to the end when we also mention the freshly announced Laowa lenses and a Canon camera for golfers. 
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Show chapters:
 
(00:00:00) Introduction 
 
(00:00:49) World premiere of the CineD song!- and Discussion About AI
 
https://soundcloud.com/user-231700559/cined-pop-song-generated-with-udiocom
 
(00:11:39) Upcoming FUJIFILM X-T50 Review
 
(00:14:32) FUJIFILM Film Simulations
 
https://www.cined.com/fujifilm-film-simulations-detailed-webpage-when-to-use-which-and-more/
 
(00:17:12) FUJIFILM X100VI In-Depth Video Review
 
https://www.cined.com/fujifilm-x100vi-review-a-capable-camera-for-video-and-great-for-composition-learning/
 
(00:28:30) Electronic Variable NDs
 
https://www.cined.com/lc-tec-explains-concept-for-4x5-65-electronic-variable-nd-filter-first-look/
 
(00:33:54) Panasonic LUMIX S9 Announced
 
https://www.cined.com/panasonic-lumix-s9-full-frame-mirrorless-camera-released-compact-camera-with-6k-recording-capabilities/
 
(00:41:04) Panasonic LUMIX S 26mm F/8 Announced
 
https://www.cined.com/panasonic-lumix-s-26mm-f-8-lens-announced-body-cap-sized-pinhole-style-lens/
 
(00:47:33) Blackmagic Design Cinema Camera 6K - Now 40% Off
 
https://www.cined.com/blackmagic-cinema-camera-6k-40-global-discount/
 
(00:50:49) Canon PowerShot GOLF Camera Announced
 
https://www.cined.com/embargo-21st-may-6am-cest-canon-powershot-golf-announced/
 
(00:55:35) Blackmagic Design Micro Color Panel - First Impressions
 
https://www.cined.com/blackmagic-design-micro-color-panel-first-impressions-lots-of-functions-in-a-small-package/
 
https://www.mzed.com/courses/the-beginners-guide-to-davinci-resolve
 
(00:59:51) MovMax Blade Arm - Compact Shock Absorber System
 
https://www.cined.com/movmax-blade-arm-released-compact-lightweight-shock-absorber-system/
 
(01:02:47) Laowa OOOM Zine Zooms Announced
 
https://www.cined.com/laowa-ooom-cine-zoom-14-60mm-t2-9-mft-and-20-85mm-t4-s35-lenses-announced/
 
(01:06:47) Portkeys HD7H Monitor for Only $99
 
https://www.cined.com/portkeys-hd7h-monitor-for-99-introduced-7-inch-8-bit-panel-for-little-money/
 
(01:09:17) VoxBox Air by PrimeLight Design - Eye Contact with Interviewer
 
https://www.cined.com/voxbox-air-by-primelight-design-announced-eye-contact-to-interviewer-with-small-foldable-box/
 
(01:14:21) Sony Xperia 1 VI Announced - A Future for Sony Phones?
 
https://www.cined.com/sony-xperia-1-vi-announced-new-telephoto-and-ai-technology/
 
(01:20:16) The Filmmaker’s Voice - Narrative Perspective
 
https://www.cined.com/the-filmmakers-voice-mastering-narrative-perspective-and-related-camera-techniques/
 
We hope you enjoyed this episode!
 
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ep12 - Major FUJIFILM News | Sigma Art 24-70mm II Announced | Google Veo Video AI | Fylm.ai Version 2.0 | The Importance of Sound Design in Film

In this week’s episode Johnnie and Nino dive into all the FUJIFILM cameras and FUJINON lenses announced this week. They also talk about the update of Nino’s favorite lens, the Sigma Art 24-70mm and Google’s new Veo generative video AI. The take a look at Fylm.ai’s version 2.0 and finally talk about the importance of sound design in film.
 
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Show chapters:
 
(00:00:00) Introduction 
 
(00:01:51) FUJIFILM X-T50 announced
https://www.cined.com/fujifilm-x-t50-announced-40mp-6-2k-video-ibis-film-simulation-dial-and-more/
 
(00:15:46) FUJIFILM GFX100S II introduced
https://www.cined.com/fujifilm-gfx100s-ii-introduced-large-format-in-a-compact-and-lightweight-body/
 
(00:19:53) New FUJINON GF 500mm F5.6 lens
https://www.cined.com/fujinon-gf500mm-f5-6-lens-announced-large-format-super-telephoto-lens/
 
(00:22:02) FUJINON XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8 announced
https://www.cined.com/fujinon-xf16-50mm-f-2-8-4-8-r-lm-wr-lens-announced/
 
(00:27:00) OFG Customs 65 explained
https://www.cined.com/ofg-customs-65-explained-custom-cinema-camera-based-on-fujifilm-gfx100-ii-sensor/
 
(00:28:28) Sigma Art 24-70mm F2.8 DGN update
https://www.cined.com/sigma-24-70mm-f-2-8-dg-dn-ii-art-announced-a-fast-compact-zoom/
 
(00:38:54) Google’s Veo revealed
https://www.cined.com/googles-veo-revealed-can-their-new-generative-video-model-compete-with-sora/
 
(00:52:32) Fylm.ai Version 2.0 announced
https://www.cined.com/fylm-ai-2-0-upgrade-capture-one-icc-profile-and-style-export-ai-magic-mode-and-more/
 
(00:58:38) Sonic Synergy - Sound Design in Film
https://www.cined.com/sonic-synergy-film-examples-of-blurring-the-lines-between-music-and-sound-design/
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ep11 - Serious Video Editing on iPad Pro? Apple Launch event & Final Cut Pro 2 for iPad | Sony BURANO Lab Test | SIRUI Factory Tour Video

This week, Nino shares his experience attending the Apple launch event for the new iPad Pros, Final Cut Pro 2 for iPad and Final Cut Camera app for iPhone and iPad at Battersea Power Station in London, Apple's new UK headquarters. He shares his experience what it is like to be at such an event for the first time, and of course what he thinks the new products mean for filmmakers and content creators. 
 
Show chapters:
 
(00:00:00) Introduction 
 
(00:00:38) Nino attending the Apple Launch Event in London
 
(00:08:37) The new iPad Pro and Final Cut Pro 2 for iPad - how feasible for professionals?
 
(00:15:20) M4 processor - why first in the iPad Pro?
 
(00:19:47) Final Cut Camera for Live Multicam
 
(00:26:31) Does Final Cut Camera compete with the Blackmagic Cam app?
 
(00:27:10) The processing power of iPad Pro M4 & Tandem OLED display
 
(00:31:17) Other iPad innovations: Pencil Pro
 
(00:34:40) Innovative ways of interacting and creating content with touch & stylus
 
(00:36:15) Final Cut Camera & Live Multicam would be nice if they could be used with other cameras
 
(00:38:35) Sony BURANO Lab Test
 
(00:49:53) SIRUI Factory Tour video shot in China by Johnnie
 
(01:00:40) New MZed course “The Art and Science of Lenses”
 
(01:03:39) Goodbye!

ep10 - Can Bad Reviews Hurt Companies? | CineD Method of Testing | Consumers as Beta Testers? | Virtual Production on a Budget | NAB Memorable Products

This week Nino and Johnnie talk about reviewing tech products and whether these reviews can potentially hurt companies. They reveal CineD’s philosophy when it comes to reviews and Lab Tests. Johnnie and Nino also discuss whether consumers are lately seen as mere Beta testers by companies. They delve into virtual production on a budget and reveal some of the most memorable products they saw at this year’s NAB. Don’t miss the end when they give a quick explanation of the platform CINEFLARES and  an exclusive discount offer for our readers.
 
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Show chapters:
 
(00:00:00) Introduction 
 
(00:00:44) Review ethics: Can a bad review hurt a company?
https://youtu.be/6xWXRk3yaSw?si=mCU18IDTFa17PMdf
https://youtu.be/TitZV6k8zfA?si=qN8IJfTD11sdYucR
 
(00:17:50) The CineD method and Lab Tests
 
(00:25:32) Lens reviews: Clean vs. character
 
(00:29:59) Are consumers treated as Beta testers these days?
 
(00:38:57) Virtual production on a budget: CineShooter+ & Unreal Engine
https://www.cined.com/virtual-production-on-a-budget-chris-field-eric-kessler-on-cineshooter-unreal-engine/
https://www.cined.com/quasar-science-introduces-image-based-lighting-solution-for-virtual-studio-production/
(00:52:07) NAB aftermath and most memorable products
https://www.cined.com/clouzen-tainer-portable-all-in-one-backup-storage-introduced/
https://www.cined.com/godox-magic-xt1-wireless-microphone-system-first-look/
https://www.cined.com/gutek-tortoise-hard-cases-for-gear-by-nanlite-first-look-at-the-new-brand/
https://www.cined.com/rode-interview-pro-wireless-mic-and-smartphone-rigs-explained/
https://www.cined.com/falcam-treeroot-quick-lock-travel-tripod-first-look/
https://www.cined.com/bebob-mlmicro-v-mount-battery-adapter-with-extras-hands-on/
https://www.cined.com/fujinons-duvo-hzk25-1000mm-lens-tales-from-a-safari-in-kenya/
(01:11:04) CINEFLARES Pro launched and offer for CineD readers
https://www.cined.com/cineflares-pro-launched-with-markus-forderer-asc/
 
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ep09 - Go to film school or not? | Johnnie’s and Nino’s filmmaking journeys | Everyone’s a DP nowadays? | What projects are Nino and Johnnie most proud of?

What are Nino’s and Johnnie’s back stories? In this week’s episode learn about their journeys of becoming filmmakers, and how they met each other and ended up running CineD.com together. Johnnie also raises an interesting question: Why is everyone a DP nowadays? Nino and Johnnie further discuss whether it is worth going to film school or not, and what pieces and projects of their own body of work they are most proud of.
 
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Show chapters:
 
(00:00:00) Introduction 
 
(00:01:35) Johnnie’s journey into filmmaking
 
(00:14:36) Nino’s history from media school to DP
 
(00:28:47) Everyone’s a DP nowadays? Where did the cameraman go?
 
(00:34:07) Should you go to film school? Johnnie’s and Nino’s takes
 
(00:45:17) How did Nino and Johnnie meet?
 
(00:47:01) Out of all the projects they have done, which one are they most proud of?
https://www.cined.com/production-insights-new-documentary-through-the-thick-shot-in-south-africa/
https://www.cined.com/sony-a7s-iii-review-mini-documentary-and-lowlight-sample-footage/
 
We hope you enjoyed this episode!In the end, Alex did not win any money at the quiz show.
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ep08 - NAB 2024 Wrap Up: Best Moments, Most Surprising Launches, Favorite Products and Our “Best of Show” Awards

What an exciting NAB it was this year! Lots of great new gear to wrap our heads around. Nino, Johnnie and Graham talk about all the latest and greatest that they discovered at the show and their favorite interviews that they conducted. They also discuss the winners of this year’s “CineD Best of Show'' awards, so tune in to find out who won!
 
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Show chapters:
 
(00:00:00) Introduction 
 
(00:03:13) Johnnie’s favorite interview of the show
 
(00:04:56) Grahams best moment
 
(00:11:07) Nino’s highlights, starting with Blackmagic Design releases
https://www.cined.com/blackmagic-ursa-cine-17k-with-65mm-sensor-explained/
https://www.cined.com/blackmagic-design-pyxis-6k-full-frame-camera-first-look/
 
(00:23:28) Mixed news from the showfloor
 
(00:32:24) What’s new in the world of lighting
https://www.cined.com/dopchoice-debuts-a-smaller-airglow-the-inflatable-booklight/
https://www.cined.com/nanlite-pavoslim-60cl-240b-240c-first-look/
 
(00:42:52) Starting the “Best of Show” Awards with DJI
https://www.cined.com/dji-focus-pro-introduced-lidar-fiz-system-with-new-motors-and-hand-control-unit/
https://www.cined.com/dji-rs-4-and-rs-4-pro-gimbals-announced-same-payload-capacity-vertical-shooting-capabilities-and-more/
https://www.cined.com/dji-avata-2-review-larger-sensor-easy-acro-mode-new-goggles-3-with-cameras/
 
(00:52:17) New lenses unveiled at the show
https://www.cined.com/laowa-ranger-s35-compact-cine-zoom-series-announced-first-look/
 
(01:04:54) Wrap-up and recap
 
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