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What 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 […]

Visual 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 […]

How to Shoot a Cinematic Documentary/Interview

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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 […]

The 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. […]

How 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 […]

7 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 […]

Top 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 […]

5 BEST Cinema Cameras to Rent for Your Next Big Project

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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. […]

10 of the BEST Lights for Commercial Videography

Lighting is one of the most crucial aspects of videography. Without the proper lights, your footage can appear dark, overblown, or plain & flat. Aside from needing to properly illuminate a scene, special effects, setting the mood, and drawing the viewer in all rely on the lighting you use. Not all lights are the same […]

How to Rent Camera Equipment

Photography and videography are too highly expensive hobbies which often keep individuals from expanding or experiment with different genres. Buying new gear or upgrading current equipment is not always possible. Whether you are in the market for a new camera or lens, or have been debating whether to grab the latest gear to satisfy your […]