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.
Canon Offers C100 With Dual Pixel CMOS AF Preinstalled With Lens Bundles
It looks like Canon changed their minds about not selling a retail Cinema EOS camera with the Dual Pixel CMOS AF Technology pre installed. Today Canon announced several bundles with killer Canon lenses and the C100 with upgrade and no lens. Check out the offerings below. This is not a April fools joke either. Canon […]
Zacuto Products For NAB. Gratical EVF, Control Grip With Z-Motor & More
With NAB only a few days away Zacuto has some very interesting products in development. The Z-Finder pro is a great product that I use and like. Now Zacuto is developing a new OLED version called the Gratical EVF. Gratical EVF. Steve and Jens brought five different engineering companies together to bring their latest EVF design concept to […]
GenusTech Mini Jib Pre Review And First Impressions
I finally was able to get out and set up the GenusTech Mini Jib. I have been on the mend from shoulder surgery and it has taken a little longer than I expected to get back to shooting. Big thanks for all the help I got today from Andy and the mystery shooter. LOL! As […]
CalDigit T3 Thunderbolt. Versatile And Fast In A Sleek Package
The need for speed is always growing. Files are getting bigger and the way to move them with the likes of Thunderbolt has made it easier. I’m a cinematographer by trade and an avid photographer with a growing library. The next format I will be shooting with is 4K or UltraHD. These are big […]
Panasonic GH4 Now Available For Pre Order From Texas Media System
The GH4 is now available for pre order from my friends at Texas Media Systems with FREE shipping. The prices are as followed and full GH4 specifications HERE. GH4 Body only $1699.99 GH4 With YAGH Interface $3299.99 YAGH Interface $1999.99 Now here is the deal and I’m quoting Terry Nixon from TMS on pre ordering. We’re […]
The Best Little Canon Lens I’ve Bought In A Long Time
So what lens is it? The new Canon 40mm 2.8 STM. What? That pancake lens? Oh yes. Check out this spot I shot with it. I can’t believe how good it is. Sharp as you would want and virtually no distortion. This is a 40mm full frame lens. That means it’s not considered a normal […]
Canon C100 Dual Pixel CMOS Upgrade Now Available. C300 In May
If you’re ready so is Canon! All you need to do is contact the Canon Service Center by calling 855-CINE-EOS and make a reservation. The cost is $500. More info HERE Below is a great sample of how this new CMOS AF works with the C100. C300 users you will have to wait just a little […]
Panasonic Unveils New 4K and High-Speed Varicam Models with Modular Design
This is from the press release and no really clear good images of the cameras have been released yet. Just these mysterious ones. I’m sure we will see some very soon. We knew about the 4K S35 VariCam but this new 240fps high speed Varicam is a surprise and the AJ-PX270 P2 HD Handheld Camcorder that […]
EOS C100 Continuous Recording Function Firmware Update Now Available
Wow! It’s been a busy week so far. Today Canon released the firmware update for the Continuous Recording Function. This new update enables you to insert metadata markers identifying crucial scenes and moments with a press of a button while recording. Check out the full description below from Canon. The firmware can be DOWNLOADED HERE. Directly compatible with […]
Atomos Introduces The Ninja Blade HDMI Version
The first thing I noticed when I turned the Ninja Blade on was how much better it is than the on board LCD screen on the C100. In fact it really shows how off the LCD is. The C100’s is much coole,r and well… off! Then I saw how sharp the image is. This is […]
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