If you’re looking for a gimbal to stabilize your Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera (BMPCC) then you’ve come to the right place! A cinema camera as nice and as versatile as the Blackmagic deserves one of the best gimbals. So here are some of our favorites and what makes them great choices. We’ll be looking at […]
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The First Affordable Camera Lens You Should Buy
So, you’ve purchased your first DSLR camera – maybe something like a Canon Rebel. While the standard kit lens that comes with the camera will serve you well, and be incredibly versatile, you’ll soon want to branch out. Today we’ll be going over the best first lens you could buy, and why you would want […]
Continue readingWhat is a Jellyfish NAS?
Maybe you’re here because you’re looking for a new network-attached storage (NAS) solution, or maybe you’re here because you were intrigued by the ridiculous name of the Jellyfish NAS. Either way, in this article we’ll be breaking down the Jellyfish NAS, how it compares to other storage solutions, and more. What is a NAS? If […]
Continue readingVisual Synthesizer Breakdown Guide
Over the past few years analog visual synthesizers have become increasingly popular in the underground videography and cinematography world and they are only becoming more widely used today. Their usage has been more commonly noted in music videos, film production, still photography, and live projections at many concerts, although the options that you can create […]
Continue readingHow to Shoot a Cinematic Documentary/Interview
Shooting documentary shorts or featured interviews about a person or business is a great way to share someone’s story in a visual, emotional way. Think about the about page on someone’s website – probably a few paragraphs of text and a photo or two; pretty boring if you ask me. Now think about if you […]
Continue readingThe Best Graphics Cards for Video Editing Programs
Hey everyone, welcome to FilterGrade. In this article and video we’re covering what to look for in a graphics card for video editing. We’ll be talking about Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, Vegas Pro, and other less-common editing platforms. Some have unique hardware preferences and we’ll be going into more detail about those. […]
Continue readingHow to Use Your Canon Camera as a Webcam
Hey everyone, welcome to FilterGrade. Today we’re talking about something really cool that might let you make use of your DSLR when you’re at work. With the rise of Zoom meetings and Twitch streams, it’s great news that in late 2020 Canon released a brand new driver that lets you use just about any camera […]
Continue reading7 Must-Have Attachments for the Black Magic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K
There is a lot to love about the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera. Built-in ND filters, advanced capture abilities, and a sleek design that makes shooting comfortable and enjoyable. Even with all its innovative technology, surprisingly, there are some key accessories you can use with the BMPCC 6k that will take your shooting to the next […]
Continue readingTop 5 Pieces Of Hardware To Help Commercial Videographers Do Their Job
As a videographer, creating commercial videos that make an impact is all about getting the foundation right — this means your hardware needs to be up to industry standard. In this article, we explore five must-have bits of kit that enable you to do your job to the best of your ability: Professional camera: to […]
Continue reading5 BEST Cinema Cameras to Rent for Your Next Big Project
Cinema cameras are transforming the way videos are shot. From feature films to commercial shoots, these cameras offer a wide range of robust settings and features in a compact and portable unit. They offer filmmakers of any level a professional option for extended use and fully equipped to function with a wide selection of accessories. […]
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