There is  a lot of new gear coming in for the new year, as we look ahead to the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas in Jan 2025, and fresh product slates from most of the brands. Will be posting as they come in, and get some real world look at them It’s true, there […]

It’s that time of year when we all look at how to update our tools, and keep up with improvements in your equipment. Sometimes though, we get tempted to look back at some previous gear that may still have some life. That’s what I did. Here are my latest 3 revivals: Rummaging through some drawers, […]

Nat Geo has had a strong year of high-quality specials, from biographies of well known and diverse types of photographers, to capturing the beauty and wonder of the ocean. If there is one thing you are guaranteed of, is stunning cinematography. always. Period. End of story. This latest exploration focusing on the National Parks:USA is […]

As we start the headlong process into the holiday season, Cyber Monday is considered the next big deal day after Black Friday. We have looked around to see what may be a good choice for your hard earned dollars and came up with these: Platypod– this is a set of tools that should be in […]

First of all, do you use a gimbal? great way to get smooth pro video with your DSLR or Mirrorless cameras. After going through a bunch (will be selling the left behind gimbals) I’m partial to the Ronin SC. Coupled with a Fuji X-T4, and a SmallRig ball joint with a Feelworld monitor (I know, […]

Black Friday has come and gone, Cyber Monday is in the rearview, Green Monday is a recent memory.  The deals will continue, however, as there is a shortened shopping season. So, let’s start with some ideas for your photo video gift giving, or your end of year purchases for you self. Self Santa, as it […]

We all have year end buy targets for what we love, and tools we need. I know some things I usually look for are deals on media cards, SSD drives, bags, maybe some glass, and usually something that may just be for fun, but may spark some new ideas. As i said, will be adding […]

OK, the first item up is what I believe is the gear purchase of the year: Gimbals! Why is it the gear of the year? WE ALL NEED SMOOTH FOOTAGE!!! The Drone has been dominating the new gear of previous years, it’s true. As a commercial producer, I know the uses of a solid pro […]

Is your video game up to snuff? Whether it’s 4K, or just HD, there are so many ways to go, and tools to use. Here is a short list of some things that you may want to find under the tree. If you are going the DSLR or Mirrorless route, I have one word for […]