Tag Archives: DSLR
The Multiplate: The DSLR filmmaker’s essential mounting hub
Posted on 08. May, 2013 by Keith Alvendia.
In case you haven’t seen this one, we thought we’d let you know about a kickstarter project for a new mounting plate. The Multiplate The Multiplate was designed by Tom Dowler, co-owner of Long Haul Films, award-winning Boston-based wedding and live event filmmakers. Frustrated by a lack of simple, easy-to-use and cost effective solutions for [...]
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Hands-On Review: the Canon EOS Rebel SL1
Posted on 06. May, 2013 by Keith Alvendia.
The good folks at B&H have put together this report on the Canon EOS Rebel SL1 if you’re interested in this new “small” DSLR video camera. Getting Up Close with the Canon EOS Rebel SL1 The main appeal of the Canon EOS Rebel SL1 is its size. At first glance, it looks like any number [...]
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DSLR Pinhole Video? Is this something for your arsenal?
Posted on 01. May, 2013 by Keith Alvendia.
Well, it turns out that this past weekend (April 28th) was Pinhole photography day – I’ve been working on this story for a while, but you’d think I would have run into that date somewhere HA! There are literally thousands of different ways to shoot – and one of the earliest was shooting without a [...]
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4k video from an RC Drone? The Canon EOS 1D C takes flight!
Posted on 23. Apr, 2013 by Keith Alvendia.
There are several ways to get 4k video from an airborne platform, but here’s the first flight of the Canon EOS 1D C on a small remote controlled drone that we’re aware of… 1DC DRONE TAKES FLIGHT WONDERBLOG ’1DC DRONE – FIRST FLIGHT’ Last week Anthony Jacobs (founder of Perspective Aerials) reached out to tell [...]
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TimelapseWorkshops Announces “Timelapse Moab: Dark Sky Workshop” + planet5D discount!
Posted on 16. Apr, 2013 by planetmitch.
If you’re looking to learn a lot about timelapse, there’s a new workshop you may be very interested in, plus we’ve got at 10% planet5D discount for you! See! reading planet5D brings you some good deals! 10% off early registration! coupon code gives additional 10% early registration discount (Must book by May 31, 2013). Coupon [...]
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Canon Rebates Now live! Save up to $500. Offer ends on Apr 27.
Posted on 15. Apr, 2013 by Keith Alvendia.
Offers valid until 4/27/13 Only Canon EOS 6D rebates: Lenses and Speedlights rebates: (cover photo credit: snap from the flyer)
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Redrock Goes Beyond DSLRs with New Redrock Black Line of Rigs & Cinema Accessories
Posted on 15. Apr, 2013 by planetmitch.
While at NAB, I got to see this new Redrock Micro line of “Black” products and they look very nice. It is kind of strange not seeing the traditional Redrock blue color, but maybe black will just fit your style better. One thing that may really appeal to people is their new “Redrock Concierge” service. [...]
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ZEISS lenses for HD video and SLR cameras at NAB Show 2013
Posted on 08. Apr, 2013 by planetmitch.
ZEISS lenses for HD video and SLR cameras at NAB Show 2013 Precise focusing ZEISS SLR lenses make the entry into high definition video easier OBERKOCHEN/Germany, April 6, 2013 At this year’s NAB Show in Las Vegas (April 8-11) Carl Zeiss will not only display cine lenses at its booth C9043, it will also present [...]
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New One Man Crew from Redrock Micro Delivers High Production Value Footage with “Virtual Camera Crew”
Posted on 08. Apr, 2013 by planetmitch.
This special note came to us from Brian Valente at Redrock exclusive for planet5D readers: This is not some another motorized slider. It’s designed for individuals or small camera crews who are doing interviews to up their game by adding motion and maybe a second camera with the crew they already have. All the features [...]
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The Canon EOS 5D Mark III helps team shoot stills and DSLR video in a “lean” way (NSFW)
Posted on 28. Mar, 2013 by planetmitch.
Here’s an example of where a Canon EOS 5D Mark III can help your team be “lean” (small and agile) and still shoot stills and video for your customer quickly. Chris Gramly contacted us about this shoot where he was asked to produce a marketing piece for a spa – here’s part of his email [...]
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A great report on shooting DSLR video with the Nikon D800 from Nice Lady Productions
Posted on 27. Mar, 2013 by planetmitch.
Here’s a great video report on DSLR video with the Nikon D800 from our friend Kelly Conlin from “Nice Lady Productions” - I find her reports easy to understand and comprehensive. You can find out whether she’s really “nice” on her site and her blog Shooting Video with the Nikon D800 Her description: Learn all about the D800 [...]
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Canon announces a smaller HDSLR – the Canon EOS Rebel SL1
Posted on 21. Mar, 2013 by planetmitch.
As predicted by the rumors (and by the leak from Best Buy), Canon has announced a new smaller HDSLR called the Canon EOS Rebel SL1. It is smaller in all dimensions than the Canon Rebel T5i (also announced today) and about $100 less expensive, but does not have the Canon Rebel T5i’s articulating screen. The [...]
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