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Some have written off Micro Four Thirds in the wake of so many great full frame cameras, but the launch of the Panasonic GH6 proves that this is still a format with a great deal to offer.

The Move to Motion Part 27 – The Secret of Awesome Interviews!

by Dane Pestano | 25 Mar, 2022 | Features, Filmmaking, News, Video, Vlogging | 0

If you’re intending to make commercial films then you need to learn how to set up a professional quality interview, and our CVP expert Jake Ratcliffe is here to talk you through.

Saramonic UwMic9S – Big Performance Mic on a Budget

by Dane Pestano | 3 Mar, 2022 | Audio, Filmmaking, Microphones, News | 0

Saramonic microphones might be highly affordable but they’re still built to a high standard. Filmmaker Tommy Reynolds takes a closer look at the UwMic9S wireless lavalier system.

The RØDE VideoMic GO II!

by Dane Pestano | 3 Mar, 2022 | Audio, Filmmaking, Microphones, News | 0

Following in the footsteps of such a phenomenally successful product as the RØDE VideoMic Go was never going to be easy, but the Mark II version is a real game-changer!

Joby – AUDIO fit for a PRO

by Dane Pestano | 3 Mar, 2022 | Audio, Filmmaking, Microphones, News | 0

JOBY is upping its audio game by adding an all-new pro audio line-up to its highly rated ecosystem of premium video lighting and stability gear.

Time to Trade Up – Hybrid Cameras

by Dane Pestano | 28 Feb, 2022 | Business, Cameras, Filmmaking, News, Second Hand Cameras | 0

More and more professional photographers these days are looking to get involved in video production, so if you have a camera that’s not up to speed it could be time to be trading up.

The Move to Motion Part 27 – Optimise Your Optics with Cinema Lenses

by Dane Pestano | 28 Feb, 2022 | Features, Filmmaking, Lenses, News | 0

As you become more serious about filmmaking the question arises of whether to work with specialist cinema lenses, and we’re taking a closer look at what advantages such a move could offer.

The Move Towards Motion Part 26 – The Golden Generation

by Dane Pestano | 27 Jan, 2022 | Canon, Features, Filmmaking, News, Nikon, Panasonic, Sony, Video | 0

As we enter a new year we join CVP expert Jake Ratcliffe as he looks back at some of the spectacular camera launches that have lifted the gloom during a very tough past two years.

The Move to Motion Part 25 – The Case for Cinema

by Dane Pestano | 31 Dec, 2021 | Canon, Features, Filmmaking, News, Nikon, Video, Vlogging | 0

If you’re a hybrid professional shooting both stills and motion then the idea of a camera that can similarly do both things is tempting, but could a dedicated Cinema model do a better job?

The Move to Motion Part 24 – Box of Tricks

by Dane Pestano | 26 Nov, 2021 | Features, Filmmaking, News, Vlogging | 0

It might not be the highest profile of accessories out there but the humble matte box can have a crucial role to play for creatives in terms of controlling light hitting the lens and filter use.

The Move to Motion – Part 23 – Can do Camcorders

by Dane Pestano | 1 Nov, 2021 | Features, Filmmaking, News, Video | 0

If you believed that camcorders were past their sell-by date then get set for a re-think, since the launch of the new Canon XF605 proves that there’s plenty of life left in this segment yet.

The Move Towards Motion Part 22 – Travelling Lights

by Dane Pestano | 4 Oct, 2021 | Features, Filmmaking, News, Video, Vlogging | 0

If you’re location filming then having a set of lights makes sense, and these days there are plenty of options to consider, including complete self-contained kits in a handy carrying case.