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.
Sony Introduces UMC-S3C Compact Full Frame High Sensitivity Multi Use 4K Camera
Looks like the full frame a7sii sensor is making it’s way into other cameras. Sony introduces the UMC-S3C. A multi use high sensitivity camera in E-Mount. The UMC-S3C ISO levels go from 50-409600. The camera uses advanced imaging technologies from Sony’s consumer and professional groups – a full-frame 35mm Exmor sensor, to realize high sensitivity with high […]
New Color Option in Firmware Upgrade for AG-DVX200PJ 4K Handheld Camcorder
The new firmware changes the default color palette of the camera to a look designed to be more natural without the need for an adjustment. The DVX200PJ’s advanced, powerful color adjustment tools and scene file settings can still be used to customize the image to the operator’s needs. End-users who have created custom looks using […]
Sony a6300 Used for Xtender Friction Mount Promo Shoot
My good friend Shawn who is the inventor and owner of the Xtender Friction Mount line asked me for some help in shooting a demo for his products. I of course volunteered to help out but only if we can use the new Sony a6300. 😀 Shawn came over and brought his fiction mounts and […]
Sony a6300: Does it Overheat Shooting 4K 24p? Is the Rolling Shutter Bad? I Have Those Answers.
The Sony a6300 has so many nice upgrades from my favorite sidekick. Goes everywhere with me a6000. Incredibly fast auto focus and the Metabones adapter works very well with my Sigma 18-35. Still need to try other Canon lenses. 4K internal recorded footage looks really good. But……. One BIG issues came up and another I can […]
Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop now Support Sony a6300 RAW with Update
That was fast! if you have a a6300 you can now shoot RAW and process them in both Photoshop and Lightroom CC through the Creative Cloud app or download from Adobe. Also new lens profiles are in the update and a few bug fixes. New Camera Support in Lightroom CC 2015.5 / 6.5 • Sony […]
Sony a6300 has Arrived! Let the Testing Begin
Look what just showed up this morning. Sony a6300. Can’t wait to get started. I’m an a6000 owner and I love that camera. For me I want to see if it’s worth updating to. As a stills camera I think it is but video is what I need to rest. #cameratesting #sony #bts #videoreview #a6300 […]
Blackmagic Design URSA Mini 4.6K Now Shipping Without Global Shutter
Blackmagic URSA Mini 4.6K is now shipping however without global shutter. It seems the engines are having issues with it on the 4.6K model. The URSA Mini 4K model does have the global shutter and use it up to 60 FPS and is also now shipping. You can see the video HERE with Grant Petty […]
New Sony slog LUTS Available for F65, F65, F55, F5, FS7, FS5… Did I forget one?
Two new LUT’s for using in Resolve or any software that reads.cube files are available from Sony. I tried them out and I think they work great. This is from the FS7 with slog2/sgamut CINE Ei. This shot I added the LUT and then graded it with Color Finale. Nice to see more of these […]
Canon C500 Price Drops Under $10K EF & PL Mount. PLUS NEW Odyssey 7Q Bundles $12K
The C500 is still kicking! And it’s now under $10K at $9999. New bundle with the Odyssey 7Q is $12K. What this also means is the used market will be lower as well so if you want Canon color in 4K this might be a good deal to pick up a C500 new or used. I […]
Sony ar7 ii gets Phase-Detection AF in V 3.10 Update
Sony adds Phase-Detection AF support to the a7r II plus support for Phase-Detection AF in video mode with the new 85mm G Master lens. This is great since Phase-Detection AF is much better than contrast detection AF. Big advantage to the new G Master lenses since they all use Phase-Detection AF. The update also includes the prevues updates […]
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