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Fact: Broadcasting uses information as a commodity. It is traded, consumed, appraised,  and most especially, sold to generate profit. That being said, Broadcasting is a lucrative business. Competition is cut-throat in this industry with competing companies going as far as investing in state-of-the-art studio equipment just to be one step ahead of others. Trends...

New WinPlus-IP Software Release A new version of WinPlus-IP has been released. WinPlus-IP version 1.6.6.216 incorporates new developments as well as feedback requests from current users. Highlights of this release include: Enhanced Device Management Complete remote control of on-camera units (prompt and talent monitor) Image parameters (brightness, contrast, colour temp, etc.) Image orientation (vertical/horizontal...

FSB Systems Now With Standardised Aluminium Tripod Following a review of Sachtler 75 mm aluminium tripods, we are standardising the range. FSB systems will now be shipped with Sachtler tripod 75/2 AL and the ENG 75/2 tripod is being discontinued. Both tripods have the same functionality and the benefit of the 75/2 AL tripod...

Cine lenses are specifically designed for film making purposes. It is superior in quality, build and image delivery than professional camera lenses; which makes Cine lenses a little heavy in the pocket.  Both lenses may appear similar but there are varying differences in its physical and optical qualities. Whether you’re a professional filmmaker or...

Over the years, there has been a great development on professional video cameras and it has continued to evolve up to this day. The emergence of camera stabilizers like Gimbal and Steadicam has improved the way stories are told through the lens.  It lets you capture smooth shots by isolating shock and vibration from...

The DJI Ronin SC is a lightweight, compact and powerful handheld 3-axis gimbal for cameras up to 2kg. The Ronin SC itself only weighs 1.1kg compared to the Ronin S at 1.8kg. The result is a rig you can shoot more comfortably for longer periods of time. There is no denying the impact that...

Sony have announced the addition of Simple Live Streaming to the HXR-NX80 and PXW-Z90 camcorders via firmware update. This feature allows live streaming to popular online social media sites directly from the camera over any WiFi connection. Live streaming has been possible before using the Sony MCX-500 Multi Camera Live Producer but this makes...

The FOCUS 7 Bolt 500 RX is a high brightness 1000 nit 7-inch monitor with a built in Teradek Bolt 500 receiver. The integration allows easy pairing with a Teradek Bolt 500 transmitter directly from the touchscreen. The monitor and handles with two batteries weigh in at less than 1kg. The FOCUS 7 Bolt...

The Steadicam M-2 is the culmination of the latest in camera stabilisation technology. The M-2 steadicam system is a lighter and lower cost high-end solution that meets the needs of any production whether broadcast, sports, events and of course, cinema. The Steadicam M2 incorporates the Steadicam Volt technology directly into the camera top stage....

The DJI Osmo Action Camera is proof that there’s still plenty of room for innovation in an action camera. While the GoPro Hero 7 Black has arguably occupied the top spot, DJI may have just knocked it off its perch. Packed full of useful features, the DJI Osmo Action camera is at the pinnacle...