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ZEISS Demos One-Click Virtual Lens Tech for VFX and Compo...

ZEISS announces that it is in development on a new virtual lens technology that will allow visual effects and compositing artists to apply an authentic lens look in one step. Demonstrated for the first time at FMX in Stuttgart, Germany on May 7, this...

Submitted by Lewis Communications

Published 08 May 2025

Van Dyke Scores Hit with Hockey Comedy Shoresy Shot on Ze...

Van Dyke skates and operates on “Shoresy” | photo by Dave Ferguson Toronto-based Cinematographer Brett Van Dyke (Heartland, Jann, Carter) stepped into the rink for beloved Canadian hockey comedy Shoresy Season 4 as the show dove into its summer br...

Submitted by Lewis Communications

Published 29 April 2025

DoPchoice Announces Snapbag for SkyPanel X23

At the AFC Paris Micro Salon (February 6-7), DoPchoice unveils a new light-shaping Snapbag® designed to make the most of the ARRI SkyPanel X23. The super shallow accessory accommodates the modular SkyPanel X23, composed of three X Series fixtures com...

Submitted by Lewis Communications

Published 24 January 2025

Emilio Aleman Joins Ikegami Electronics

Ikegami Electronics (USA) announces a new addition to its executive team with the appointment of industry veteran Emilio Aleman as Senior Product Manager. Operating from the company’s New Jersey headquarters, he will be active in technical sales supp...

Submitted by Stylus Media Communications

Published 02 December 2024

ZEISS introduces Supreme Zoom Radiance - modern cine zoom...

The new zooms enable to create the iconic Radiance flare The new ZEISS Supreme Zoom Radiance set includes three purpose-built T2.9 high-end cine zooms: 15-30mm, 28-80mm and 70-200mm. Featuring the same T* blue lens coating as the popular Supreme P...

Submitted by Lewis Communications

Published 12 November 2024

Lightware Announces Next-Generation AV-over-IP Solutions

Taurus TPN and Gemini GVN Integrate Video, Audio and USB Connectivity for Outstanding Collaborative Experiences Lightware Visual Engineering, a leading manufacturer of connectivity solutions for the professional integrated systems market and a pio...

Published 10 October 2024

Starin launches Media and Entertainment business unit - o...

Starin, a value-add distributor of pro AV products, is pleased to announce a new Media & Entertainment business unit, enabling its reseller channel to capitalize on the growing demand for broadcast solutions in AV environments. Through this initiativ...

Published 26 September 2024

Aputure Unveils the STORM 1200x Workhorse Do-It-All Light...

Aputure, creators of LED lighting for filmmakers, have announced the STORM 1200x, the first light in Aputure’s STORM family, a brand new generation of innovative lights that breaks free of the limitations of previous technologies. Chief among the exc...

Published 09 September 2024

Henderson Lenses WNBA Legend in Sue Bird In the Clutch wi...

When cinematographer Carissa Henderson joined director Sarah Dowland to shoot the award-winning documentary “Sue Bird: in the Clutch,” she had no idea the challenges and adversity the film would have to overcome before finally premiering at the 2024...

Submitted by Lewis Communications

Published 29 August 2024

CVP launches Summer Sale with up to 60 percent off major...

CVP, one of Europe's leading resellers and providers of professional video and broadcast solutions, has announced an exclusive limited-time sale which is set to be a unique opportunity to acquire top-tier production gear at unprecedented prices. Prof...

Submitted by Bubble Agency

Published 05 June 2024

Michele Channer Appointed Managing Director of Panalux

Panalux, a leading rental provider of lighting and power solutions for the motion-picture industry and part of Panavision’s end-to-end service offerings for filmmakers, has announced the appointment of Michele Channer as Managing Director of Panalux....

Published 04 June 2024

ASC-Nominated Sheldon Weaves KING COAL Lyrical Tapestry S...

Filmmakers Elaine McMillion Sheldon and Curren Sheldon have received accolades including an Oscar nomination and Emmy Award for their documentary filmmaking which frequently seeks to shine a light on their home state of West Virginia. The pair’s late...

Submitted by Lewis Communications

Published 08 March 2024

ZEISS introduces the Nano Prime family of high-speed cine...

ZEISS Nano Primes are the first high-speed (T1.5 throughout) cine lenses made specifically for mirrorless full frame cameras – initially available with Sony E-mount. These primes offer a pleasing, versatile look that is adaptable for an extensive ran...

Submitted by Lewis Communications

Published 14 February 2024

Professional Tiffen NDPolarizer Filter Trio for DJI OSMO...

Tiffen brings their renowned professional quality lens filters to DJI's OSMO Pocket 3" CMOS Gimbal camera. Each member of Tiffen's three-filter set combines the benefits of Neutral Density (ND) and Polarization in a single glass element for more plea...

Submitted by Lewis Communications

Published 15 January 2024

Yamit Shimonovitz Represents the Nuances of Trauma in Let...

Cinematographer Yamit Shimonovitz is known for hard-hitting documentary work that often focuses on telling the stories of women or giving a voice to trauma. Cultural touchstones she has lensed include “Surviving R Kelly,” “Sex, Love, and Goop” and “C...

Submitted by Lewis Communications

Published 27 December 2023