Archive | November 16, 2011

Deal Spotted – 10% off Light Craft Workshop Rigs and Accessories

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Deal Alert – The folks over at Light Craft Workshop are currently offering a 10% off discount code for their Fader ND Mark II, Fader ND Digi-Pro HD, Helsman USB Camera Controller, and support rig systems. Just enter the coupon code: FB10 for purchases made through their online store by December 1st, and the savings are yours.

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Infographic: Inside The DIY Filmmaker’s Toolkit

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Filmmaking isn’t always about the use of the most expensive gear available, especially in these current economic times. It is easy forget this, which is why we must remember that filmmaking is more about using what camera gear we have to its utmost potential to get the desired outcome of our film project. One’s creativity and dedication can speak volumes, a value worth more than any fancy new piece of cinema swag. Case in point, the filmmaking do-it-yourself tool-kit for aspiring filmmakers, brought to us by Wistia, offering the clever little graphic for our independent creatives on a budget.

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Nikon Patents a Fuji X100-esque Hybrid Viewfinder for DSLRs

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As a Fuji X-100 owner, the ability to switch from optical viewfinder to electronic viewfinder on the fly is a luxury that has to be thoroughly experienced to be appreciated. Although the EVF truly can’t compare to the OVF, it’s reassuring to know that the option is available if the shooting conditions call for it. In the same token, if Nikon’s recent patent application is any inclination, we may just see a similar system packed into a future DSLR.

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