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Dehancer vs. The Competition: Why It Wins for Film Emulation
On the fence about Dehancer? This deep dive explains how its end-to-end film pipeline beats alternatives for speed, cohesion, and cross-host consistency. Save 10% with code SLATD.
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SmallHD Adds Canon Camera Control for C70, C80, C300 Mark III, C400 & C500 Mark II
SmallHD has released a paid Canon Camera Control upgrade for many of its monitors, adding deep integration with popular Canon cinema cameras including the C70, C80, C300 Mark III, C400, and C500 Mark II. Once your monitor is running the latest PageOS firmware and properly connected by Ethernet or Wi-Fi, you can adjust exposure, codecs,…
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Leica SL3 — 60MP Full-Frame Hybrid for Stills & Video
The Leica SL3 is Leica’s flagship 60.3MP full-frame hybrid camera, combining a BSI CMOS sensor with Triple Resolution, a Maestro IV processor and 8GB buffer, 5-axis IBIS, and an IP54-rated body with dual CFexpress/SD card slots. On the video side it delivers 8K and 4K60 10‑bit recording, internal ProRes 422 HQ in 1080p, no fixed…
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OFG LONG SHOT — Full Frame & Anamorphic Glass on 16mm Film
The OFG LONG SHOT, developed by Old Fast Glass and Lens Addictions, is an optical adapter that lets you bring Full Frame, Large Format, and Vista Vision lenses — including 1.5x anamorphics — onto 16mm and Super 16 film while retaining their original field of view, depth of field, and character. Built for serious PL-mount…
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SIRUI Astra Series Announced — World’s First T1.8 Full-Frame Autofocus Anamorphic Lens Set
SIRUI’s new Astra Series brings 1.33x full-frame autofocus anamorphic primes to indie shooters: 50mm, 75mm, and 100mm, all at T1.8, all under ~700g, with a shared 67mm front. Building on last year’s S35 AF anamorphic releases, Astra targets filmmakers who want a true anamorphic look, shallow depth of field, and modern autofocus — without the…
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Canon EOS R6 Mark III vs Canon EOS C50: Which 7K Canon Camera Should You Buy?
We compare the Canon EOS R6 Mark III and Canon EOS C50 cinema camera on price, image quality, IBIS, dual base ISO, audio, and workflow to help you decide if the C50 is worth about $1,000 more than the R6 Mark III — and which 7K Canon camera makes the most sense for your productions.
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Deal Alert: SmallHD Ultra 5 Drops to $1,399 at B&H
The SmallHD Ultra 5 is one of the brightest, most production-ready 5" monitors you can mount on a cinema rig – and it’s currently on sale for $1,399 at B&H, down from around $2,249. With 3000 nits of brightness, PageOS 5 monitoring tools, HDMI/SDI I/O, and camera-control options for ARRI, RED, and Sony VENICE, this…
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Canon EOS R6 Mark III: The 7K Hybrid That Wants to Be Your Cinema B-Cam
The Canon EOS R6 Mark III takes the R6 line and pushes it firmly into “serious video tool” territory, with 7K internal recording, Canon Log 2, and legit exposure tools like waveform and false color. It’s built for hybrid shooters who live in motion but still need strong stills performance. Most importantly, it can comfortably…
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Inside My Dream Home Edit Suite: The Color-Accurate, Standing-Desk Post House Under One Roof
A Slick Home Post-Production Setup for Editing & Color Grading Building a home post-production setup that feels as good as it looks isn’t just about throwing gear on a desk. It’s about designing a space where editing and color grading feel effortless, accurate, and fast. Here’s a breakdown of a clean, modern home post setup
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Full‑Frame Mid‑Tier Cinema Cameras ($10k–$20k): Rolling Shutter & Dynamic Range — Ranked
Looking at full‑frame cinema cameras you’ll actually cross‑shop in the $10k–$20k bracket (and a few close neighbors), here’s a clean, lab‑driven ranking by two things that matter most for motion and grading: rolling‑shutter time (ms, lower is better) and dynamic range at SNR=2 (stops, higher is better). Figures come from CineD’s standardized lab tests and…
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DJI Mavic 4 Pro for Filmmakers — Specs, US Availability Caveats, and Real-World Setup Guide
DJI’s Mavic 4 Pro packs a 100MP 4/3 Hasselblad main camera, dual tele modules, a 360° ‘Infinity’ gimbal, 6K/60 HDR capture, 51‑minute flight time, and upgraded low‑light obstacle sensing—but US availability has been unusual. Here’s what filmmakers need to know about specs, purchasing in the States, and how to kit it for paid work.
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Aputure STORM 80c — 3-Light Travel Kit Overview
Aputure’s STORM 80c 3-Light Travel Kit is a compact, studio-grade package built around three IP65, color-accurate mini point sources that punch far above their size. With fast rigging, Sidus/CRMX/DMX control, Bowens compatibility via adapter, and a smart mix of shaping (Fresnels + barn doors) and soft modifiers, this kit can build interview keys, controllable beams,…
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Sony VENICE 2 — Flagship Large-Format Cinema, Refined
The Sony VENICE 2 remains one of the most capable large-format cinema cameras in 2025: internal X-OCN up to 8.6K, a gorgeous ~16-stop pipeline with Dual Base ISO (800/3200), built-in 8-stage NDs, and Rialto 2 support for ultra-compact rigs. In the field, DPs praise its color separation, highlight roll-off, and push/pull resiliency—while productions love the…
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Best Canon RF Lenses for Video (2025)
Canon’s hybrid RF lenses bring video-first features—quiet VCM/Nano USM autofocus, minimal focus breathing, and ultra-fine Iris Ring control—while keeping size and weight rig-friendly. Here’s a filmmaker-focused shortlist of the best Canon RF options in 2025, from compact f/1.4 primes to the power‑zoom‑ready RF 24–105mm F2.8 Z.
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Nikon ZR Lab Results: Rolling Shutter, Dynamic Range & Latitude — What the Numbers Actually Mean for Your Shoots
Nikon ZR Lab Results: Rolling Shutter, Dynamic Range & Latitude — What the Numbers Actually Mean for Your Shoots Independent lab testing across REDCODE RAW NE, N-RAW, and ProRes RAW shows the Nikon ZR delivers excellent rolling shutter (as low as 9.4 ms FF / 6.3 ms APS-C), solid mid-pack dynamic range (~10–11+ stops in RAW by
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Aputure STORM 700x — The Sweet-Spot Workhorse for 2025 Sets
Aputure’s new STORM 700x slots into a goldilocks zone: far more punch than a 600-class bi-color head, meaningfully better spectrum quality, and still light/compact enough to live on a baby stand. Built around the company’s BLAIR engine (Blue/Lime/Amber/Indigo/Red), the 700x pairs high-fidelity tunable white with wide-gamut color accents, ±G/M control across the full ASC MITC…
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DZOFILM PAVO 2x Anamorphic Lenses — Major Price Drop (Deal Alert)
A real anamorphic steal: multiple DZOFILM PAVO 2x primes just dropped to $3,399 each at B&H (regularly $5,499) across staple focal lengths with Neutral or Blue flares. If you’ve been eyeing a Super35 2x set—PL/EF interchangeable mounts, T2.1 on the mids—this discount makes building a kit far more attainable while the pricing lasts.
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Dehancer: Starter Guide, Pro Tips & 10% Off (Code: SLATD)
Get up and running with Dehancer fast. This starter guide curates reliable tutorials, distills tips from working editors and colorists, and explains where to subscribe. Use code SLATD on the annual plan page for 10% off.
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Nikon ZR Is Now Available on Amazon — Kit Options Live
Availability alert: the Nikon ZR is now listed on Amazon in kit configurations. This 6K Z‑mount cinema body fuses Nikon autofocus with RED color science and the new R3D NE codec, adds 32‑bit float audio, and a 4‑inch 1000‑nit DCI‑P3 screen—now orderable via Amazon.
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Lexar 4TB Professional GOLD CFexpress 4.0 Type B — Deal Zone Price Drop
Deal Zone alert: the 4TB Lexar Professional GOLD CFexpress 4.0 Type B is at an effective $649.99 today only (shows $899.99 with an extra in‑cart coupon). With up to 3600 MB/s read, 3300 MB/s write, and a 3000 MB/s sustained write spec, this is a rare sub‑$700 price on a 4TB v4 card.
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Deal Alert: SmallRig x Andyax Creator Tool Kit — Flash Deal
Flash Deal — $64.99 (was $99.99) at B&H. The SmallRig x Andyax Creator Tool Kit packs the on‑set essentials into a rugged, customizable hard case: multi‑tool, Allen keys, flat wrench, common screw kit, gaffer tapes, cleaning cloth and more. Limited supply today only—great throw‑in for every camera cart or doc run‑bag.
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Apple Upgrades Vision Pro with M5 Chip: Faster Spatial, Clearer Roadmap
Apple’s upgraded Vision Pro swaps in the M5 chip, adds a redesigned Dual Knit Band, and rolls out visionOS 26—together delivering smoother rendering, stronger on‑device AI, and better long‑session comfort. Beyond a faster headset, the update nudges Apple’s spatial roadmap forward while keeping Vision Pro a premium reference device for immersive video. We break down…
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Canon EOS C50 — Why 7K Open Gate in a Tiny Body Actually Matters
Canon’s EOS C50 isn’t just another spec-sheet flex—it’s a genuinely practical rethink of the compact cinema camera. By putting 7K Open Gate RAW, Dual Base ISO, and social-friendly crop sub-recordings into a featherweight RF-mount body, Canon is aiming squarely at FX3-class shooters who want Canon color, timecode, and Cinema EOS workflow without the bulk. Here’s…
Curating The Best Cinema Gear
Curating The Best Cinema Gear