Timothy McDougal
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Announcing Lowepro QuadGuard BP X3 Cases
Transporting your FPV quadcopter, or quadcopters plural, couldn’t me more hassle-free, thanks to the QuadGuard BP X3 from Lowepro. The backpack features a large main interior compartment that will comfortably accommodate a quadcopter with up to 5" propellers attached. In addition, adjustable dividers below the quad section provide spaces for batteries, charger, radio equipment, and other… → Read More
NAB 2017: Jaunt ONE Stereoscopic Spherical VR Camera System
With a maximum stitched output resolution of 8K x 4K per eye, Jaunt ONE is a stereoscopic, spherical camera system designed for cinematography and other professional applications that require top-notch performance. By combining images from a total of 24 2K imager modules, the camera system can yield an effective stereoscopic coverage area of 360 x 110 degrees, with full 360-degree monoscopic… → Read More
A Glossary of Live Production Buzzwords
If you have ever wanted to learn live video production jargon and buzzwords, read this B&H Explora article. → Read More
How to Integrate PTZ Cameras into Your Live Setup
If you've ever wondered how to integrate PTZ cameras into your live setup, here are some tips and solutions, on B&H Explora. → Read More
The Hows and Whys of Cinema versus Photography Lenses
Read about how to select the right lenses for still photography and video capture, on B&H Explora. → Read More
The 9 Distinctive Drones of 2016
While the most notable—best—drones of 2016 have been covered in this B&H Explora article, it is time to look at the most distinctive models of the year. These drones broke out of the usual mold we’ve become accustomed to as the market began skyrocketing in popularity a few years ago. → Read More
Filters and Capturing Images with Drones
In these days of digital post production, filters are often overlooked as an image-control tool. But there are times when filters can be extremely useful, especially when capturing images from a drone. Common filters available for done cameras include UV, which are typically used as “protective filters,” neutral density filters (ND), which reduce light levels, and circular polarizer filters… → Read More
Top 10 On-Camera Video Lights
The on-camera light is to the video shooter what the speed light is to the still photographer. Many would consider it an essential piece of kit. “On-camera” is a term that defines a category, but these light may not always (or ever) be mounted on your camera. It refers to a compact, battery-powered light that can be mounted on-camera if you so choose. Some even work on drones. There are hundreds… → Read More
Unveiled: FREEFLY MōVI Pro Gimbal with Handheld and Aerial Bundles
FREEFLY was arguably the first to put gimbal stabilizers for video cameras on the map. Being the first doesn’t mean the company has gotten complacent though, as its innovation continues to bear fruit. The MōVI Pro is the latest 15-pound capacity gimbal, squarely targeting professionals using compact cinema cameras or, for that matter, DSLRs and mirrorless cameras. The MōVI pro is designed for… → Read More
ZeroTech DOBBY Pocket Drone with 13MP, 4K Camera
Drones come in all shapes and sizes these days. But with protruding motor arms and propellers, even the small ones aren’t necessarily optimal for slipping in your pocket. The ZeroTech DOBBY Pocket Drone, which folds up like a Swiss Army Knife, is truly designed to be taken everywhere. Great for aerial selfies or all kinds of aerial imaging, the DOBBY integrates a 13MP camera with 3-axis… → Read More
Unveiled: GoPro Karma
GoPro HERO action cameras have long been a popular choice for aerial image makers because of their small size, light weight, and ease of mounting. Now GoPro has put two and two together and created its own aerial platform: Karma. → Read More
Unveiled: GoPro HERO5 Black, HERO5 Session and New Accessories
The entire GoPro line sees a refresh this fall with the introduction of a new flagship model, the HERO5 Black, as well as a new ultra-compact option, the HERO5 Session. To complement these new cameras, a plethora of new accessories has likewise been announced. HERO5 Black The 4K/12MP HERO5 Black is a substantial redesign over the previous HERO4 Black and Silver models. Though it retains the… → Read More
Unveiled: GoPro Karma
GoPro HERO action cameras have long been a popular choice for aerial image makers because of their small size, light weight, and ease of mounting. Now GoPro has put two and two together and created its own aerial platform: Karma. → Read More
Unveiled: Canon C700 4K RAW Cinema Camera
Canon today announces the latest addition to the Cinema EOS line, the 4K, RAW-ready EOS C700. Though many will be tempted to compare this newcomer to the C500, there are a number of notable differences that arguably make this a whole new model as opposed to a merely an update. The most visible of these is a modular body that can be configured to accommodate many different uses, from ENG-style to… → Read More
Unveiled: Parrot Disco Wi-Fi-Controlled Airplane with 1080p Camera
In the drone and RC world, Parrot is perhaps most known for quadcopters, Rolling Spiders, and Jumping Sumos. But today the company has gone back to basics and brought us a single-rotor fixed-wing—the Disco. The Disco’s not your father’s model airplane, though. It features cutting-edge technology, including intelligent flight controller with GPS, Wi-Fi for control and video monitoring, and an… → Read More
Unveiled: Yuneec Typhoon H Hexacopter with Intel RealSense Obstacle Avoidance Technology
Yuneec has just announced a new model that will extend the Typhoon H line of hexa-rotor drones, the Typhoon H RS. This new drone—built for aerial imaging—features RealSense™ technology by Intel®. This special awareness technology supplements the flight control system by providing advanced navigational features, enabled, thanks to a combination of dedicated camera and an array of sensors. Most… → Read More
DJI at NAB 2016: Matrice 600 and Ronin-MX
DJI has unveiled a new hexa-rotor addition to its high end line. The Matrice 600, in spite of its namesake, in many ways more closely resembles the Spreading Wings S900 than the Matrice 100, which came before it. → Read More
Nuts and Bolts of Screenplays
The IntroductionIn the introduction to his 1912 dramatic writing how-to, Play-Making, William Archer opens with this pessimistic observation: → Read More
Nuts and Bolts of Screenplays
The Introduction In the introduction to his 1912 dramatic writing how-to, Play-Making, William Archer opens with this pessimistic observation: → Read More
Nuts and Bolts of Screenplays
The Introduction In the introduction to his 1912 dramatic writing how-to, Play-Making, William Archer opens with this pessimistic observation: → Read More