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...
Sony Live Production line upgrades
Today Sony announces several enhancements to its live production solutions aimed at maximising both content value and facilitating operations. Sony’s Networked Live strategy also sees a new camera control network adaptor launched today, bringing federation across multiple cameras, be they on site or remote, and reinforcing Sony’s IP based network...
Sony’s New Full-frame Vlog Camera ZV-E1
Sony announced today the new ZV-E1, an interchangeable-lens vlog camera with a high-performance 35mm full-frame image sensor the company says "for the ultimate content creation experience". But you have to say, at the eye watering price, you would want to be a very dedicated Vloger if you bought this camera...
Sony Catchlight Film Festival 2023 – entries now open
Sony has announced the opening of entries to their annual Catchlight Film Festival for 2023. Returning for its third year, Sony presents the Catchlight Film Festival to once again celebrate the best short-form filmmaking shot on Sony cameras across Australia and New Zealand. The festival aims to encourage filmmakers at all levels,...
Resurgence in higher end cameras?
In what I suspected what would happen, according to Japanese trade group CIPA (Camera and Imaging Products Association), the value of camera sales values is up, compared to 2019 at least. Apparently back then, a ‘standard’ camera purchase was around AUD$450 but in 2022 CIPA says, that has increased to...
Sony Introduces Newest Compact Addition to the Full-Frame Lens Line-Up
Sony has announced the FE 50mm F1.4 GM lens as its newest addition to its acclaimed G Master full-frame lens lineup. This e-mount lens expands the Sony offerings with a premium 50 mm prime lens packed into a remarkably compact and lightweight design. Even at F1.4, FE 50mm F1.4 GM...