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3 New Canon Cameras Under $1000 — Still No 4K Video
Canon adds two new DSLR cameras and a new mirrorless body — all under $1,000. Don’t expect to shoot video in 4K.
Don’t Blink: A New Age of Micro-Documentary Filmmaking is Dawning
While digital attention spans shrink, documentary filmmakers must adapt. Learn how you can be at the forefront of the era of micro-documentary filmmaking.
The 7 Coolest Kickstarters for Video Professionals
Catch up on the latest video tech with these seven cool and innovative Kickstarter campaigns.
Must-Have Tools to Keep Any Video Production Running Smoothly
Don’t find yourself without the tools you need when you need them the most. Here are the must-have tools for video production.
The Cameras Behind 2016’s Best Documentary Films
Let’s take a look at some of the year’s best documentaries — and the cameras that captured their stories.
Invisible VFX: The Art of Compositing
Visual effects are at their best when they are so subtle, you thought what you were seeing was real.
Lighting Technique: Create Dreamlike Reflections with Water
Create a surreal environment by reflecting lights off of a water source.
Tips and Tricks for Harnessing the Lighting Power of Fire
Fire is beautiful. Fire is dangerous. Fire is a great way to light a scene! Here are some tips and tricks to consider before lighting your next …
Go Digital With Plot, a New Storyboarding App for Videographers
Plot is a new storyboarding app that will save you time and help you avoid the frustration of mismanaged paper storyboards — and PremiumBeat readers can try …
Behind the Scenes of the Best Super Bowl Commercials
For those who enjoy the big game more for the TV spots than the actual football, let’s peek behind the scenes of some of this year’s best …
How to Autofocus Your DSLR in 3 Easy Steps
Having trouble autofocusing your DSLR or mirrorless camera? These three simple steps should clear things up.
An In-Depth Look at 2017’s Best Director Oscar Nominees
This year’s nominees for Best Director brought their A-game and then some with the most visually arresting, engaging films in recent memory.