The NEW Gadget blog for Videomakers
Folding Step Stool
Aug 18th
Hi, short ar$e!
- If you need to get your eye up to camera level when using an extended tripod then this Hercules stool will help. Folds away nice and compact.
- Folding Step stool.
- Holds up to 330 Lbs.
- 8 inch hieght when folded out.
- Compacts down to 1 inch width.
- Non slip surface and carry handle.
Panasonic TA1 Full HD Pocket Camcorder
Aug 16th
Panasonic have just brought out their vision of the ultimate Pocket Video Camera featuring:- Compact HD mobile camera for both videos and photos
- Full-HD (1,920 x 1,080/30p) recording and still image from movie capture
- 8-Megapixel Still Picture Recording
- IFrame Mode – Ideal for Mac and PC Users
- 4x digital zoom with E.I.S. (Electrical Image Stabilizer)
- Skype audio and video enabled (use it a as a web camera)
- LED light for low light recording
Sanyo Underwater HD Xacti Camcorder
Aug 9th
Yellow submarine?
The NEW Sanyo Underwater HD Xacti Camcorder delivers 1080 Full HD Videos and 14MP Photos up to 10 feet Underwater.
With 1920 x 1080 resolution the Dual Camera Xacti can record over 480 minutes of 1080 Full HD video on a single 64GB SDXC memory card and 14MP photos.
Sanyo Dual Cameras shoot MPEG-4 AVC/H.264.
Available in the next couple of weeks. i’ll keep you posted.
Adaptimax Lens Adapters
Aug 3rd
Will you adapt me?
Adaptimax lens adapters give you access to multiple Nikon and Canon lenses on various brands of video camcorders.
Available ifor Canon EF lenses as well as Nikon AF lenses, including DX and G-series Nikon lenses. If you shoot with a Sony PMW-EX3 and want to use Canon EF lenses then grab the the Adaptimax Canon to Sony PMW-EX3 adapter. Nikon AF lenses on a Sony PMW-EX3? Then the solution is the Adaptimax Nikon to Sony PMW-EX3 adapter (will not work with Nikon G-series optics).
Note: using the adaptor on a Sony PMW-EX3 video camcorders results in a 5.4x magnification factor, due to the differences in frame format sizes.
For Nikon DX and G-series users Adaptimax also offers the Adaptimax Nikon to 1/3″ Bayonet Adapter , which enables you to use Nikon DX and G-series optics on 1/3″ video camcorders, including the JVC GY-HD 100, 200, and GY-HM700, Panasonic’s HPX300 and Sony’s HVR-Z7and HVR-S270. The magnification factor when using Nikon DX and G-series optics is 7x.
See the Adaptimax Canon EF Lens Adapter for Sony PMW-EX3 + the full range at B&H Photo
CONTINEO 5D/7D Powered Cage
Jul 30th
Watch the video to see this new power cage for your favorite DSLR from Viewfactor. The man in the video explains it better than I can!
Features include:
- Multiple 1/4″ and 3/8″ mounting points.
- High strength to weight.
- Holds camera solid and in place allowing no movement or twisting.
- Powers camera (Regulated 8.1V)
- Powers three accessories (Regulated 12V)
- Infrared trigger integrated into base to allow for wired record start/stop with Origo, Impero, or other third party remote follow focus systems.
- Integrated LED battery voltage meter.
See the CONTINEO 5D/7D Powered Cage at Viewfactor.
i-cuff HD viewfinder hood
Jul 30th
Treat your favorite eye!
I’m filing this post under Essential Gear. It may not be new but the i-cuff is still a favorite amongst DSLR and large format DV shooters. The unit attaches securely to the viewfinder via a touch fastener for a personalized fit. The area in contact with the operator’s face is covered with Ultrasuede HP chamois fabric.
That’s pretty handy as I recently discovered that the rubber eyepiece on my own camera was making my skin go blotchy!
I don’t how they tested this but the manufacturers claim the i-cuff will withstand up to 100,000 rubs while remaining as new as the day it’s bought. It is also waterproof, breathable and born in the USA.
See the i-cuff at B&H Photo:
Aqua Tech Field pants
Jul 26th
Checkout these Aqua Tech Videographer/Photographer pants for field work. They have padded knees for all those times you spend kneeling in front of the Executive Producer. The pants also feature waterproof zippers and just in case you’ve eaten too much junk food on shoots you can adjust the waist size! Available in camo, black and moss colors.
See Aqua Tech Field pants at B&H Photo
