» Archive for the ‘Filming’ Category
26Jul Canon 40mm f2.8 lens tested with the Okii usb follow focus controller
The Canon 40mm f2.8 lens uses an STM (stepper) motor that is supposed to provide much smoother focus when controlled by a camera like the t4i which utilizes full time auto focus in video mode. But how well does that motor perform with a USB follow focus controller? For these test I’m using the Okii USB follow focus, […]
25Jul Nexus 7 with the DSLR controller app
A number of you asked if the Nexus 7 tablet would work with the dslr controller app and the answer is yes. The adapter cable showed up and I had just enough time for a quick test this morning. I can confirm that the image displayed is 30fps, video looks good, and controls work pretty well. The […]
20Jul Filming with CFL lighting, should you spend a the extra on better bulbs?
So the question here is which one is not like the others? I’ve had decent results with the Cowboy studio 45 watt CFL bulbs ($21.44 = four pack), but I was trying to figure out why the ALZO 45 watt CFL bulbs are ruffly twice the price ($40.50 = four pack). So I went ahead and […]
18Jul Google Nexus 7 tablet – First Impressions
The Nexus 7 tablet showed up yesterday. I’ve been told I have poor taste, but to me the color scheme has always looked bad, it reminds me of an ugly sweater party. Regardless of my feelings towards Google’s choice of color, the packaging has a premium feel. The box was so well put together that it was […]
17Jul Using a monopod to cover fast moving events and stabilize your camera
More from the new DSLR FILM NOOB Channel. If you have to cover an all day event, lugging a shoulder rig around can be tiresome and a tripod and fluid head simply adds more weight to your setup. So why not use a hybrid of the two? Combining a set of handles like the Flyer Cage Kit with […]
14Jul 4 socket CFL Soft box head – First impressions
The 4 Socket CFL Soft box head showed up yesterday and I had just enough time to dig it out of the package and test it out. Build quality seems decent, light sockets are made out of ceramic and the casing feels pretty solid. The mounting base is made out of thick plastic and has a […]
13Jul Money saving tip when buying Variable fader ND filters
Variable ND filters can be pricey. Instead of buying one for each of the lenses in your collection, you can save a little money by picking up a single large 77mm or 72mm variable ND filter and using adapter rings to adapt to the smaller filter sizes in your collection. If your not sure if […]
12Jul Affordable 2560×1440 IPS editing monitor from YAMAKASI CATLEAP
I’ve always found it nice to edit on a single large monitor and for the past 2 years I’ve been relatively happy with the Hanns-G 28 inch screen I use. At 1920×1200, it gives me enough editing room to work, but I always find myself jabbing at the – and = key (or Alt scroll wheel if that’s […]
09Jul Hand held DSLR shooting Tip
More from the new DSLR FILM NOOB Channel. Small DSLR camera’s don’t have a lot of weight which makes them a little hard to use handheld. The trick is to use 3 points of connection to create a balanced support. If you use your camera strap as a 3rd point of connection and a pivot point […]
06Jul Canon 40mm f2.8 STM lens Hands on Review Video
The Canon 40mm f2.8 lens sits in a sweet spot between Canon’s 50mm f1.8 and 50mm f1.4 lens offerings. At f2.8 it probably wouldn’t be my first choice for low light shooting, but it’s compact size and focusing distance of .98 feet make it a very interesting travel lens. Sharpness on the Canon 40mm […]
