OTech reader, Pepe recently tipped me off regarding a wireless transmitter and receiver package that he’s been using and is very pleased with. I only have experience with the Sennheiser ew 100 ENG G3 Wireless Microphone System Combo- which works wonderfully! After reading the reviews on the Sony UWP-V6 Wireless Plug-in & Lavalier Microphone Package, [...]
Robert from juicedLink puts the Tascam DR-60D 4-Channel Linear PCM Recorder through the paces in a video comparison to using the workflow of a juicedLink Low-Noise Preamp. He covers key features on each unit and compares the value of dual-system audio to recording directly into the camera with a juicedLink low-noise preamp. We also finally [...]
In the video below, I check out the IndiPRO Tools Pro5 LCD Monitor that was sent to me recently. The Pro5 sports a 5″ screen with all of the straight forward features that an external monitor for this price point will get you. The IndiPRO Tools Pro5 LCD Monitor was easy to use and straight [...]
Mark from Sony gives me a tour of their brand new line of full frame cameras including the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1, the SLT-A99 and the NEX-VG900. Mark gives us tons of great information in the video and you can read further expanded specs below. The all-new Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 Full Frame Compact Digital Camera from Sony [...]
In the video above we do a quick test to see how the GoPro HERO 3 Black Edition action camera performs in Low Light conditions when compared to the GoPro HERO 2 and the new Sony HDR-AS15 . We set up some items from around the studio to show image quality and overall performance in [...]
One stabilizer that is often recommended for beginners is the Flycam DSLR Nano. Arthur Woo does an excellent job explaining some of the pros and cons of this inexpensive stabilizer and shares a great example of the footage that can be achieved with the Flycam. You can find the Flycam Nano available on Amazon (here) [...]
Induro’s DR (Dual Range) Hi-Hat Tripod Set is a robust aluminum alloy tripod that is designed to accomodate low angle shooting for both photo and video platforms. This tripod can support up to 220 lbs. and the set includes a 100mm bowl and a 100mm half ball adapter. A 75mm model is also available. This [...]
Everyone and their mother seems to be stoked about GoPro’s recent announcement of their latest and greatest GoPro HERO 3 Black Edition action camera, but what does this all translate to for those of us who committed to purchasing the GoPro HERO2 or the Sony HDR-AS15? Before you go running to eBay to sell your [...]
Today’s Daily Deal from eBay is the ever popular Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0 L IS USM Autofocus Lens. In our studio, we use this lens on a regular basis for shooting. It’s versatile, flexible and gets the job done when we shoot. Digital Rev did a nice review on the lens in the video above [...]
The Phocus iPhone 4 and 4S Rig and Lenses not only give you better optics and more stability, it also equips you with 1/4-20″ holes and a hotshoe mount to outfit additional audio and lighting. For video bloggers who are covering events solo and want to keep their audio and visuals looking as best as [...]
