A step-by-step guide to using the Waveform Monitor

The waveform is video’s answer to the histogram. Like a histogram it shows the brightness levels throughout your image. Also like the histogram, it can be confusing to those new to video or colour correction. While the information displayed is essentially the same, how it displays it is very differently. This video from Aputure walks you […]

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A step-by-step guide to using the Waveform Monitor

The waveform is video’s answer to the histogram. Like a histogram it shows the brightness levels throughout your image. Also like the histogram, it can be confusing to those new to video or colour correction. While the information displayed is essentially the same, how it displays it is very differently. This video from Aputure walks you […]

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Hasselbad breaks into the mobile photography market with the help of Motorola

Hasselblad seem to be going in some interesting directions lately. Between the world’s first medium format mirrorless camera, and their venture with DJI, the world was already quite impressed. This latest announcement, though, has me a little curious. Let’s start at the beginning. Motorola recently launched the Moto Z Droid phone. This phone allows for what are called […]

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Just How Much Gear Can You Fit in a Carry-On Bag?

I’m getting ready for an overseas trip to China.  I made a similar trip a few years ago and learned a few lessons about how to pack my gear.  The goal was to travel light, but with redundancy.  I also knew I’d be shooting in lots of different shooting situations.  The goal was to be able…

DJI’s new Osmo Mobile handheld gimbal turns your smartphone into a smart motion camera

DJI have today announced a new product that doesn’t include a camera of their own; the DJI Osmo Mobile. Like the recently announced Osmo+, it’s a handheld gimbal designed for shooting smooth handheld video. The Osmo Mobile, however, steadies your smartphone. It also has a subject tracking feature which looks absolutely amazing. The Osmo Mobile’s […]

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