Author Archive for Erik Naso
I'm a broadcast DP In San Diego. I enjoy sharing what I'm working on and testing new equipment. This blog is also part of giving back. I've learned so much from so many people.
Metabones Firmware update for EF-E Smart Adapter MARK IV & EF-E Speed Booster ULTRA Now Available
New firmware for the Metabones EF-E Smart Adapter and Speed booster available now. Some users are having issues with IS on the FS5 so if you use this camera you might want to hold off until it gets sorted out. Mac Version Windows Version This information is for the following models: EF-E Smart AdapterTM MARK IV (model […]
Adobe Premiere Pro CC June 2016 Update (v2015.3) Now Available
Seems it’s not ready for me yet but should show up soon in my CC account. As usual I hope for stability and a fix for Lumetri Color. I like the app but it destroys the image. Nice addition of HSL too. Lots of new features and fixes. Watch the videos for all the details. […]
Firmware 2016.06 adds 23 New Features for Apollo, Odyssey7Q+, Odyssey7Q, and Odyssey7
Firmware 2016.06 is a big one! Not only does it add 23 new features but it also has 22 fixes and improvements. Convergent Design has done a great job keeping the Odyssey and now Apollo records relevant. I don’t know any other device without hardware upgrades that has done this. It goes to show how advanced the hardware […]
Quick Look: Aputure COB 120T LED Fixture
When Ted at Aputure showed me the Bowen S Mount COB 120t I got pretty excited about it. It’s a different style for us video guys. It looks like a strobe! But it’s not. The COB 120t is a hybrid stills/video light. And it’s a very affordable 1.5K watt tungsten comparable output fixture that is […]
The Sony a6300. A LOVE HATE & Sometimes STEAMY Relationship
I’ve had the a6300 for some time now and for the most part I like it. Yes it has it’s flaws. Overheating and rolling shutter are really the big ones. The rolling shutter is bad in 4K. The worst I’ve ever seen in a camera. In HD it’s not bad. Add OIS lenses and handled […]
Film Convert Sony a6300 Profile Now Available
Film Convert stays on top of popular cameras and the Sony a6300 is one that I’m glad to see now available. They put out a request for cameras you would like and the a6300 was a popular choice. Here is a quick grade with the new profile. Click HERE to get the new FREE profile […]
Red, Panavision and Light Iron Join Forces to Make The 8K DXL Cinema Camera
When three big players join forces to create a camera system like the DXL you now it’s going to special. This is what happened. The new Millennium DXL Panavision camera uses Panavision optics with a RED 8K sensor and Light Iron color science. All working together for a smooth acquisition to post workflow. At least that’s […]
Sony FS5 RAW Upgrade CBKZ-FS5RIF Now Available
Sony FS5 RAW Upgrade CBKZ-FS5RIF is now available from a few authorized Sony dealers. My good friends at Texas Media Systems has them in stock for $600. Give them a call if you want it today. I’m not clear how the install will go. If you buy it and install it please leave a comment […]
Extreme Measure to Stop a6300 from Overheating.
When I first saw this video I thought it was a joke but it’s not! I applaud the ingenuity, but if I rolled out with a giant red PC fan on the back of my Sony a6300 I think I would get some head scratching looks. This goes to show how ridiculous this overheating thing […]
Apple QuickTime on Windows Update. Native ProRes Support Coming
If you are a Windows based editor using Premiere Pro you probably already know the news that Apple will no longer be advancing or supporting Quicktime on windows machines. This has caused a lot of confusion to many including me. I edit on a Mac so it doesn’t affect me yet. A PC system is […]
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