I picked up a Glidecam 2000 a couple of months ago after talking with the Glidecam guys at NAB. One of the operators at the booth gave me a short course in how to use it effectively, which turned out to be very helpful as I’ve been learning the ropes.
I haven’t arrived by any means, but I’ve started getting some pretty fun and usable shots with it. My church’s VBS was a couple of weeks ago and I took the opportunity to have a bit of live practice with it.
Below is the VBS recap video we had for the parents the Sunday after. [click to continue…]
Sony has just unleashed a pair of new binoculars that pack an Exmor R CMOS sensor that allows them to capture still images as well as full HD video in AVCHD 2.0 format. Additionally, the binoculars will record 3D video that is compatible with most current 3D HDTVs. [click to continue…]
I’ve been trying out the Nikon Coolpix P500 for a couple of weeks or so now. Similar to its predecessor, the P100, the Nikon P500 captures VGA-quality video at 120fps and QVGA-quality at 240fps. While both are fun, I find the 120fps at VGA’s 640 x 480 resolution much more practical for sharing on TV sets or online.
Below is a short sample of some clips I shot at both frame rates. Note that the 240fps footage has been up-rezzed in post from its native 320 x 240 resolution to standard VGA 640 x 480 resolution in order to match the 120fps frame size.
Check it out below. [click to continue…]
The above image is purportedly another leaked product shot of the upcoming NEX-5N mirrorless camera.
The NEX-5N is expected to be officially unveiled next week. It should feature a 16.1MP sensor and be capable of capturing 1080p HD video, among other impressive specs.
[via Photo Rumors]
