Archive for 'Vendors'
Fix Unwanted lens flare with Flex Lens Shade
Posted on 02. Jan, 2012 by planetmitch.
In yet another product we’d not seen but they seem to be flying off the shelf category, we introduce you to the Flex Lens Shade. It looks pretty ‘flexible’ and potentially useful. They have sent me one, and when I’ve used it for a bit, I’ll let you know what I think. The Flex Lens [...]
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Preston Kanak demos Kessler’s BASIC Controller Timelapse Estimator
Posted on 30. Dec, 2011 by planetmitch.
I met Preston Kanak down at the MastersInMotionLive conference in November and he produces some amazing stuff… in this video, Preston has put together a tutorial on using the Kessler Basic controller for doing timelapses and using the estimator function. Yes Kessler is one of our sponsors, but we thought this demo was well worth [...]
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Letus announces the Hawk QuickSnap
Posted on 24. Dec, 2011 by planetmitch.
Letus sent us this product update that we thought you’d be interested in… In response to this request and Shane’s request for better optics in an EVF for Master Cinema Series, we have busted out the Hawk QS (QuickSnap). The QuickSnap housing allows you to use the Hawk on Zacuto mounting frames and EVF. For [...]
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Save $30 off the Okii MC1 USB Mini Controller!
Posted on 22. Dec, 2011 by planetmitch.
We told you earlier about the new Okii MC1 USB mini controller and you can see our demo again down at the bottom of this post – but if you’re interested in buying one, right now, there’s a $30 off coupon! From the HDCamTeam site: We have been notified by Okii Systems that there is [...]
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Light Craft Workshop announces their new Variable ND, Fader ND Digi Pro-HD
Posted on 22. Dec, 2011 by planetmitch.
As most of us have learned, if you’re shooting outdoors in bright daylight with an HDSLR, to keep the shutter speed and f-stop you desire, you probably need an Neutral Density (“ND”) filter to cut the light down. Many ND filters come in a 4×4 size – which requires a matte box to hold the [...]
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UPDATE with BTS! Canon vs. Nikon – who will win the battle?
Posted on 21. Dec, 2011 by planetmitch.
Just like the arguments over mac vs. PC, there are no clear winners in the battle between Canon or Nikon – or are there? Watch this movie called “Double Exposure: Canon vs. Nikon” to see if there’s a winner UPDATE: Just released is the BTS video: Double Exposure: Canon vs. Nikon Youtube Description Tweet: bit.ly/uT0Cgp [...]
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Need a camera backpack? This booq python blur could be for you
Posted on 14. Dec, 2011 by planetmitch.
A little bit ago, we were sent a Booq Python Blur camera bag to try out and it has been a very good experience but also a bit of a mixed bag (bad pun!). On the one hand, I love it for its design and craftsmanship, but at the same time, I’m slightly disappointed in [...]
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DitoGear announces the PowerBox 75 – for timelapse and film production
Posted on 09. Dec, 2011 by planetmitch.
I imagine this came out of a need that the folks at DitoGear experience themselves (since they shoot so many timelapses etc – if you haven’t seen some of their work – watch this!). I can imagine that this would be very helpful for those of you shooting away from home a lot. DitoGear™ PowerBox [...]
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some recent ikan products Expandable Sling Bag and iPad Teleprompter
Posted on 09. Dec, 2011 by planetmitch.
Recently, we’ve gotten quite a few new product announcements from our friends over at ikan and we picked out a couple you might be interested in seeing. ikan Expandable Sling Bag ikan’s Expandable Sling Bag is the perfect solution to protect and transport your valuable camera and lens. Constructed with a durable water resistant material, [...]
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Cinevate launches its 12 Days of Festivus Sale
Posted on 07. Dec, 2011 by planetmitch.
Cinevate has announced their 12 Days of Festivus Sale – click the image to see details or continue reading below. The first package video The Details Our annual 12 Days of Festivus sale is back! Like previous years, we’re offering 12 products at some ‘Festivus’ prices – savings range from $100 all the way up [...]
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3 for 3 Nice Clips giveaway from Nice Industries
Posted on 06. Dec, 2011 by planetmitch.
Zeke from Nice Industries has selected planet5D to run a quick 3 for 3 giveaway of some Nice Clips! We featured the Nice Clip when they were running their successful kickstarter project and now Zeke wants to help you guys have a great holiday season when you unwrap that present and find that your spouse [...]
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Win Drobo for Christmas or Hanukkah! planet5D Giveaway-many ways to enter
Posted on 01. Dec, 2011 by planetmitch.
Yes, I’m finally getting back to giving away another Drobo and I’m excited to make this a great Hanukkah or Christmas present for one of our loyal readers – and you’ve got multiple ways to enter this giveaway! December Giveaway We’re going to do this a bit differently than the past – you have 3 [...]











