Panasonic has today introduced the Leica DG VARIO-ELMARIT 8-18mm f/2.8-4.0 ASPH. (16-36mm; 35mm equivalent) wide-angle zoom lens and a huge 30x superzoom camera, in the shape of the Lumix DC-TZ90,…
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DJI adds 4K shooting capability to Phantom 4 drone
DJI has taken the wraps off a new drone for its Phantom family – the Phantom 4 Advanced – which, although it appears to have the same 1-inch, 20-megapixel sensor…
Magic Lantern adds 4K options to EOS 5D Mark III
Just over five years after the EOS 5D Mark III DSLR was announced, in the spring of 2012, the company Magic Lantern – which specialises in producing software enhancements that…
The full story of The Video Mode’s latest video workshops
The Video Mode and Amateur Photographer, in association with Canon, recently held our latest ‘free-to-attend’ video skills workshops at the Rotolight offices in Pinewood Studios and in the two videos…
Samsung updates Gear 360 with 4K capabilities
Samsung has announced a new version of its Gear 360 – a 360-degree camera that has a refined design for easier use and the addition of 4K shooting. The news…
Atomos Ninja Inferno adds to Panasonic GH5’s powers
To bolster the shooting powers of the Panasonic GH5 beyond its internal capabilities Atomos has unveiled the Ninja Inferno monitor/recorder that will offer 4K 60p 10-bit ProRes recording and HDR…
Fujifilm packs firmware punch for X-T2 and X-Pro 2
Two major firmware updates are planned for the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and X-T2 cameras for late March and late May 2017 respectively. Whilst the majority of the 33 scheduled functional and…
Rainproof Removu S1 gimbal aimed at GoPro shooters
The Removu S1 is a brand new, rainproof 3-axis stabilising gimbal that’s designed for use with GoPro’s Hero3, Hero4, Hero5 and Session cameras for shooting stable action film footage. It’s…
X-Rite offers fresh deal on colour accuracy solutions
Filmmakers who are seeking to ensure exact colour accuracy in their footage and edits can now benefit from a special cashback deal on the X-Rite i1 Filmmaker Kit – a…
Saramonic adds fresh audio options into the mix
If you’re recording audio for video with a DSLR, GoPro, camcorder or even a smartphone Kenro may have the answer in the shape of three new Saramonic audio accessories. The…
30 years of EOS: Canon’s key video landmarks explored
In March 1987 Canon unveiled its EOS 650 35mm film SLR and launched the first two lenses in its EF mount range, which replaced the company’s long-standing FD lens mount.…
BVE 2017: video products showcased at major UK show
The BVE show at London’s ExCel venue is the UK’s leading media tech event for the professional video and broadcast content markets but amongst the 100+ stands at the event…
Steady little things called LUUV!
Following a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo and Kickstarter the German company LUUV has announced its first-ever products – the solidLUUV steadycam, LUUV Action Gimbal and the ultraLUUV ACTION, which is…
Sony unveils ‘world’s fastest SD card’
What Sony is claiming to be the ‘world’s fastest SD card’ has been announced! The SF-G series of SDXC cards, which will be available in 32GB, 64GB and 128GB capacity…
Entry alert! One week left to enter AFOY Round 3!
Amateur filmmakers still have a whole week – until 28 February 2017 – to enter Round 3 of The Video Mode’s Amateur Filmmaker of the Year (AFOY) competition, in association…
AFOY Round 2 results: discover the winning videos!
After days spent watching all of the entries for Round 2 of The Video Mode’s Amateur Filmmaker Of the Year (AFOY) 2017 competition, in association with Canon, we are delighted…
What does the new Canon EOS trio offer filmmakers?
Just a couple of weeks shy of the 30th anniversary of the launch of its legendary EOS System Canon has unveiled two new APS-C format DSLRs – in the shape…
Sevenoak delivers new supporting cast
Kenro has announced three new steady Sevenoak camera support systems for filmmakers in the shape of an Electronic Motorised Pan Head, a Carbon Fibre Jib Arm and a pro-spec Motorised…
Samyang adds XEEN 20mm cine lens
Lens maker Samyang has announced a new XEEN 20mm T1.9 lens that’s firmly aimed at professional video and cine use. The newcomer brings the range of XEEN cinema lenses up…
It’s prime time! Sony adds to E-mount lens line-up
Sony has announced two new prime lenses for its a7 series of full-frame cameras – the G Master Series FE 100mm F2.8 STF GM OSS and a new compact FE…