Have you decided that a smartphone for photography or video is just not cutting it for you anymore? For example, a zoom that is really just a digitised cropping of the original image is nowhere near that of a proper lens, right? And the ergonomics of a smartphone, let’s face...
Review: Sony ZV-E1
Sony has packed a lot of things into the ZV-E1, a camera from a range I have been trying to look at for over18 months now. (The fact there is more than one camera with the “ZV” prefix can be a little confusing: I made the initial mistake of thinking...
Review: Sennheiser MKE 400 Shotgun Mic
Vlogging is all the rage these days and manufacturers are bringing out cameras especially designed for this purpose, such as the Sony ZV-1 I currently have for review. Others such as Canon also actively tout certain models as “ideal” for that purpose. But vlogging (and video in general) is more...
Sony Releases Next-generation α6700 Mirrorless
Sony Electronics announces the release of its newest APS-C mirrorless camera, the α6700 (ILCE-6700). This new offering combines the cutting-edge still image and video capabilities found in the latest full-frame Alpha™ and Cinema Line series with the compact and lightweight design of the α6000 series, resulting in a Sony’s most...
Sony launches complete line-up of 4K HDR Professional BRAVIA displays
Sony is adding 14 professional BRAVIA 4K HDR displays to its expansive portfolio with the launch of the BZ50L, BZ40L, BZ35L and BZ30L series, which are optimised for commercial environments where reliability, picture quality and broad compatibility are required. With options covering high-end, mid-range and standard needs, and sizes from...
Tim Hawkins shoots all full frame on Shark Tank Australia with Sony cameras
In the upcoming Network 10 and Paramount+ series Shark Tank Australia, the smart entertainment television show - made by production company Curio Pictures - that highlights everyday Australians and their exceptional ideas, DoP Tim Hawkins has created a unique look and workflow by exclusively shooting the series with 16 full...
Review: Sony WF-C700N Bluetooth Earbuds
I have been somewhat spoiled over the last few years having access to differing types of Sennheiser headphones and ear buds. Why? Coz they are bloody brilliant that’s why. For every day listening I use a pair of HD300 Pro headphones and if I am travelling, a pair of LE...
Interview: John Haenke, “FlyFishingMasterClass.com”
I have known John Haenke for a number of years now, first meeting at his Hervey Bay house / office back in around 2018. I’d booked a fishing charter with him, as his fame as a brilliant guide and fly fishing whizzo had preceded him via contacts I had in...
Sony Electronics focuses on imaging, Networked Live, Creators’ Cloud, and Virtual Production Solutions at NAB
During NAB Show 2023, April 16-19 at the Las Vegas Convention Center (#C8101), Sony Electronics is showcasing beneficial products, solutions and workflows for broadcast, live event, newsgathering and cinematic content creators at every level. With a focus on trending topics in imaging, cloud, networked capabilities, as well as virtual production,...
Sony Electronics debuts flagship 4K HDR BVM-HX3110 monitor at NAB 2023
Sony Electronics is launching a premium 30.5-inch 4K HDR professional monitor for critical evaluation, colour grading, live production and post-production. The BVM-HX3110 features a Sony-designed dual layer anti-reflection LCD panel with Sony proprietary signal processing, supporting a higher peak luminance[1] of up to 4000cd/m² while maintaining no-compromise deep blacks. Along...