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    • Sony Unveils HDC-4300 World’s First 4K System Camera with Three 4K Image Sensors

      Press release from #NABShow by blog.Sony.com Las Vegas, April 12, 2015 – Sony’s next generation of HDC series camera technology provides the ability to use the high magnification wide zoom range lenses currently employed by HD 2/3-inch systems while maintaining an adequate depth of field to properly show all of the action in live event broadcasting. The new HDC-4300 is the world’s first camera to use three 2/3-inch 4K image sensors¹. It supports the same B4-mount lenses as well as the same control surfaces as Sony’s industry leading HDC-2000 series cameras. The existing HDLA-1500 series, control and shading systems, viewfinders and master set-up units are all interchangeable between the HD and 4K systems. Directors and operators can keep their approach to live events — including camera angles, zoom ranges and iris settings – while using familiar camera technology. “This camera provides 4K capabilities and a workflow that content producers are instantly familiar and comfortable with,” said Rob Willox, marketing manager for content creation systems, Sony’s Professional Solutions Americas. “We’ve developed an approach that allows the large existing HDC series user base to employ 4K advantages such as 8x high frame rate and 4K cut-out and zoom while using a familiar infrastructure and signal path.” The new HDC-4300 is capable of 4K/HD operation, with 2x, 3x Super Slow Motion as standard, and higher speeds up to 8x available, to produce high-quality replays and specialty program effects. The camera uses ultra-high-precision alignment technology to realize three 4K sensor on a new prism. This allows the support of the next-generation ITU-R BT.2020 broadcast standard’s widened color space for future-proof masters or post production options for today’s productions, shown on tomorrow’s 4K services. Direct attachment of B4 HD lensesStandard large-format B4-mount lenses mount directly onto the HDC‑4300. This gives broadcasters the flexibility needed for live sports broadcasts: 4K capabilities while maintaining their customary HD-lens operating styles. SZC-4001 SoftwareSony’s SZC-4001 software package (sold separately) allows broadcasters to take advantage of 4K capabilities. Super Slow Motion (up to 8x) at HD ResolutionThe SZC-4002 software package (sold separately) enables the system to shoot full HD (1920 x 1080) at frame rates up to 479.52/400 fps, as well as 59.94/50, 119.88/100, and 179.82/150 fps. Users can save these high-frame-rate shots to Sony’s PWS-4400 multiport 4K/HD Live Server. HD/4K Live Production for Sports  The HDC-4300 accepts the same configurations as existing 4K live systems. A BPU-4000 baseband processor unit receives the camera signals via SMPTE fiber and connects to an HDCU-2000 or 2500 camera control unit. This provides power and full intercom, tally, and return capabilities.Users can seamlessly blend an HDC-4300-based system with existing HDC Series camera systems. The HD signals from the HDC Series cameras and from the new camera system can be adjusted to match colorimetry. The addition of other 4K products, such as the PWS-4400 multi-port 4K/HD Live server, a multi-format switcher capable of real-time 4K signal processing based on the MVS-8000X, and Sony’s new BVM-X300 4K OLED or PMW-X300 4K LCD monitors create an end-to-end 4K live production solution. HDC-4300 – additional features:• HD cut-outs – two full HD images to be cut out from the 4K picture in real-time including a selectable zoom and perspective mode.• Many of the Picture adjustment functions of HDC Series cameras are supported by the HDC-4300 system• Dynamic focus (4K focus-assist function) – a focus point can be displayed on the viewfinder with a marker in 4K mode for easy focusing.• Auto lens aberration compensation 2 (ALAC2) function• Color reproduction adjustment functions• Gamma table selection• User gamma function• Natural skin-tone detail function• Knee saturation function• Low-key saturation function The HDC-4300 4K/HD live camera system is planned to be available in summer of 2015.

Monday, April 30, 2012
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Jibs & Cranes

Jibs & Cranes
blog from VIMEO
modified by Campbell Cameras

A jib — also called a crane — is a device that enables cinematographers to get smooth moving shots. With a jib you can tilt and pan horizontally and vertically, or even a full 360 degrees. There are many reasons why you'd want to use a jib, which we'll explore in depth later. For now, let's just say working with a jib can make your finished product look ultra professional, like this video from Heartland Bowhunter:



Before we jump in, let’s address a fundamental question: Is there a difference between a jib and a crane? The answer is not really — the terms can be used interchangeably. A crane is an arm that lifts something, and a jib is the name for a crane used in the film industry. However, we should note that large pieces of lifting equipment are often called cranes, and smaller ones are sometimes called jibs. You can also cover all your bases and call them "jib cranes." But enough semantics — let's talk mechanics!

A jib is made up of an arm with a camera attached to one end and a counterweight attached to the other. The arm is then attached to a tripod, or some other supporting structure. The whole thing works like a seesaw, but with the balance point located closer to the end with the counterweight, so the camera has a larger range of motion.


Campbell Camera's is now offering affordable indiSYSTEM Jibs for as low as $249.99 that will give you the same effect as movie production jibs for over half the cost. Campbell Cameras also offers CobraCranes that start around $249.99 as well!


Now that you know what they are, when should you use a jib or crane?

When you want to track movement
Because a jib has such a wide range of motion and moves so smoothly, it can be used to track moving objects. If you don't want to spend the time, effort, or money on a dolly, a jib is a perfectly good alternative. So when you find yourself shooting a heard of animals, pull out that jib.

When you want to make a shot more interesting
A nice sweeping jib movement can add visual interest to a shot of a stationary object. You know all those car commercials in which the camera slowly moves around the vehicle, revealing every gorgeous crease? Lots of those are made from jib shots!

When you want to add height
A jib can reach much higher than your normal tripod. Its sweeping motions also create a feeling of grandeur and vastness. Try using one next time you shoot a big crowd of people, or the next time you need to portray a giraffe’s perspective.

Now that you've got some background on jibs and cranes, put one to use. Consider using one to achieve that epic establishing shot you've been thinking about for your next video!

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