Focus Check

• ep81 - The Week of New Cine Cams! | Canon EOS C50 | Nikon ZR | RED V-RAPTOR XE | FUJIFILM GFX ETERNA 55 | iPhone 17 Pro

  This week isn’t about two new cameras—or even four. We’ve got six brand-new cameras hitting the market, most of them from major manufacturers. It looks like everyone wants to reveal their latest gear just before IBC, which means this year’s show is shaping up to be an exciting one. In this special episode, we dive into all the fresh announcements: new cameras, lenses, and even some software updates. Tune in to get the full picture of what’s about to be showcased at IBC!   Chapters and Articles in This Episode (00:00) – Intro   (01:49) - Canon EOS C50 Review & Mini-Doc: Open-Gate, Anamorphic Options, and Great Value https://www.cined.com/canon-eos-c50-review-mini-doc-open-gate-anamorphic-options-and-great-value/   (23:26) - Nikon ZR Released – First Nikon RED Camera with Internal R3D, 6K60, 4K120, 32-bit Float Audio, and More https://www.cined.com/nikon-zr-released-first-nikon-red-camera-with-internal-r3d-6k60-4k120-32-bit-float-audio-and-more/ https://www.cined.com/nikon-zr-hands-on-with-the-first-mirrorless-camera-with-red-tech/   (40:25) -  RED V-RAPTOR XE Announced – Half the Frame Rates, Half the Price https://www.cined.com/red-v-raptor-xe-announced-half-the-frame-rates-half-the-price/   (43:59) - FUJIFILM GFX ETERNA 55 Full Specs & Price Released - 102MP 4:3 Large Format Cinema Camera. https://www.cined.com/fujifilm-gfx-eterna-55-full-specs-price-released-102mp-43-large-format-cinema-camera/   (57:25) - Pixboom Spark High-Speed Camera Launches – 4.6K Global Shutter, Up To 2,182 fps, and “Unlimited” RAW https://www.cined.com/pixboom-spark-high-speed-camera-launches-4-6k-global-shutter-up-to-2182-fps-and-unlimited-raw/   (01:04:19) - Apple iPhone 17 Pro Introduces ProRes RAW and Genlock for Filmmakers https://www.cined.com/apple-iphone-17-pro-introduces-prores-raw-and-genlock-for-filmmakers/   (01:09:11) - Blackmagic Camera ProDock for iPhone 17 Pro Adds HDMI, Genlock, Timecode, USB-C SSDs, 12V Power and Audio Connections https://www.cined.com/blackmagic-camera-prodock-iphone-17-pro-connections/ (01:14:29) - Pixel 10 Pro Quietly Unlocks DCG, Delivering True 12-Bit RAW Video https://www.cined.com/pixel-10-pro-quietly-unlocks-dcg-delivering-true-12-bit-raw-video/   (01:17:28) - Apple Final Cut Camera 2.0 – Open Gate, Apple Log 2 and ProRes RAW, Genlock for iPhone 17 Pro https://www.cined.com/apple-final-cut-camera-2-0-open-gate-apple-log-2-and-prores-raw-genlock-for-iphone-17-pro/   (1:19:00) - Blackmagic Camera 3.0 Update Adds Clip Syncing for Multi-Cam Shoots https://www.cined.com/blackmagic-camera-3-0-update-adds-clip-syncing-for-multi-cam-shoots/   (01:19:44) - DaVinci Resolve 20.2 Brings ProRes RAW, Better Immersive Workflows, and AI Fog Effects https://www.cined.com/davinci-resolve-20-2-brings-prores-raw-better-immersive-workflows-and-ai-fog-effects/   (01:26:19) - SIGMA Expands Full-Frame Lens Lineup With 20-200mm Zoom, 35mm F1.2 II, and 135mm F1.4 Art https://www.cined.com/sigma-expands-full-frame-lens-lineup-with-20-200mm-zoom-35mm-f1-2-ii-and-135mm-f1-4-art/   (01:30:33) - Canon RF 85mm F/1.4L VCM Released – A Compact Portrait Lens https://www.cined.com/canon-rf-85mm-f-1-4l-vcm-released-a-compact-portrait-lens/   (01:31:42) - Canon CINE-SERVO 11-55mm T2.95-3.95 Lens Released: Ultra-Wide CINE-SERVO Zoom https://www.cined.com/canon-cine-servo-11-55mm-t2-95-3-95-lens-released-ultra-wide-cine-servo-zoom/   (01:33:05) -  FUJINON GF32-90mm T3.5 PZ OIS WR Lens Announced - Purpose-built for GFX ETERNA55 https://www.cined.com/fujinon-gf-32-90mm-t3-5-pz-ois-wr-lens-announced-purpose-built-for-gfx-eterna-55/   We hope you enjoyed this episode! You have feedback, comments, or suggestions? Write us at [email protected]   

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• ep80 - New Anamorphic Podcast Studio | Insta360 GO Ultra | DJI Mic 3 | NIKKOR Z 24-70mm – Focus Check

  After 79 episodes, we finally found the time to give our weekly studio setup a refresh! We’ve upgraded to a brand-new look featuring a multi-camera anamorphic setup — and as far as we know, it’s the first anamorphic video podcast setup out there. But that’s not all! With IBC just around the corner, we’re diving into some exciting new gear announcements — from compact action cams to new drones and more. So hit that play button and join us for a fresh episode full of updates, gear talk, and a brand-new look!   Chapters and Articles in This Episode   (00:00) – Introduction of the new studio and IBC outlook   (04:45) - Blackmagic URSA Cine Camera Kits See Significant Price Drop https://www.cined.com/blackmagic-ursa-cine-camera-kits-see-significant-price-drop/   (10:21) - Sony FX3, FX3A, and FX30 Firmware Update Adds BIG6 Home Screen, New De-squeeze Options, and More https://www.cined.com/sony-fx3-fx3a-and-fx30-firmware-update-adds-big6-home-screen-new-de-squeeze-options-and-more/   (17:45) - Insta360 GO Ultra Announced: a Tiny 4K Pocket Camera with Serious Upgrades https://www.cined.com/insta360-go-ultra-announced-a-tiny-4k-pocket-camera-with-serious-upgrades/   (21:07) - HOVERAir AQUA Waterproof Self-Flying Drone Introduced https://www.cined.com/hoverair-aqua-waterproof-self-flying-drone-introduced/   (23:45) - Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II Introduced https://www.cined.com/nikon-nikkor-z-24-70mm-f-2-8-s-ii-introduced/   (26:23) - Tilta Phase-Detection Autofocus (PDAF) Adapter Teased for Nucleus-M II Wireless Control System https://www.cined.com/tilta-phase-detection-autofocus-pdaf-adapter-teased-for-nucleus-m-ii-wireless-control-system/   (30:21) - How the Netflix Algorithm Is Reshaping Filmmaking https://www.cined.com/how-the-netflix-algorithm-is-reshaping-filmmaking/   (38:16) - SmallRig HPS99 Handheld Power Stick Introduced https://www.cined.com/smallrig-hps99-handheld-power-stick-introduced/   (40:45) - ASUS ProArt Display 6K PA32QCV Monitor Released: High-Resolution, Color-Critical Performance https://www.cined.com/asus-proart-display-6k-pa32qcv-monitor-released-high-resolution-color-critical-performance/   (44:17) - Tilta Full Camera Cage for Sony FX2 Introduced https://www.cined.com/tilta-full-camera-cage-for-sony-fx2-introduced/   (46:36) - iodyne “Workflow Kitchen” Launched – iPhone Filmmaking and Pro Data Workflows https://www.cined.com/iodyne-workflow-kitchen-launched-iphone-filmmaking-and-pro-data-workflows/   (49:00) - Poll: Anamorphic Lenses – Have You Ever Used Them? https://www.cined.com/poll-anamorphic-lenses-have-you-ever-used-them/   (54:59) - DJI Mic 3 Released – Up To 4 TX and 8 RX Units, Timecode Support, No 3.5mm Lav Mic Input https://www.cined.com/dji-mic-3-released-up-to-4-tx-and-8-rx-units-timecode-support-no-3-5mm-lav-mic-input/   (01:01:03) - NANLITE miro 30c and 60c Round Panel Lights Launched https://www.cined.com/nanlite-miro-30c-and-60c-round-panel-lights-launched/   (01:04:11) - Kodak VISION3 Film Stock Enhanced – New AHU Design https://www.cined.com/kodak-vision3-film-stock-enhanced-new-ahu-design/   (01:07:08) - Viltrox Joins the L-Mount Alliance https://www.cined.com/viltrox-joins-the-l-mount-alliance/   (01:09:17) - Good and Bad Exposition in Films – How to Deal with It https://www.cined.com/good-and-bad-exposition-in-films-how-to-deal-with-it/   We hope you enjoyed this episode! You have feedback, comments, or suggestions? Write us at [email protected] 

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• ep79 - AI Video Generation tools and tricks with Drew Geraci – CineD Focus Check

  Drew Geraci, best known for his iconic work on the intro sequence of “House of Cards” and his stunning high-end timelapse cinematography he also teaches a fantastic course on MZed that you can check out. But today, it’s all about AI video generation. Yes, AI again — and it’s here to stay! More and more filmmakers and creators are adopting AI as a powerful tool in their workflows, and Drew is at the forefront of experimenting with it. He shares how he uses reference images, dives into different AI platforms, and explains his process for generating stunning results. So grab your headphones and join the conversation to learn how Drew is approaching the future of filmmaking with AI and what it could mean for our industry. Chapters in This Episode (00:00) – Introduction & Overview of Drew Geraci (03:28) – The current state of the industry and how AI is shaping its future (07:45) – Does the initial magic of filmmaking also apply to AI-generated content? (12:40) – Why Drew decided to go all-in on AI video generation (19:56) – The most impressive AI video platforms right now (23:25) – Examples of Drew’s recent work with AI (32:51) – Evaluating which AI tools are actually useful vs. just hype (35:50) – Creating workflows and templates by combining multiple AI tools (42:04) – Are AI-driven features coming to traditional film sets? (47:50) – Where Drew thinks AI video generation is headed in the next 2–3 years (52:57) – The biggest surprises Drew faced when working with AI video tools We hope you enjoyed this episode! You have feedback, comments, or suggestions? Write us at [email protected] 

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• ep78 - Are Film & TV Jobs Shrinking in 2025? I Antigravity A1 I New SIGMA Lenses | Why the hate for the Sony FX2? | Eurocine moves to Budapest

  It’s summer, and most camera manufacturers are holding back their new releases until fall, when the trade show season kicks off again. But that gives us the perfect opportunity to dive into the results of our recent community poll, where we asked if job opportunities in the industry are shrinking—and why that might be the case. Tune in for the discussion, insights, and of course, the latest gear updates! Chapters & Articles Mentioned in This Episode:  (00:00) - Intro and topics (04:32) - Poll: Are Film & TV Industry Job Opportunities Shrinking in 2025? https://www.cined.com/poll-are-film-tv-industry-job-opportunities-shrinking-in-2025/ (15:00) - Antigravity A1 8K 360 Drone Unveiled https://www.cined.com/antigravity-a1-8k-360-drone-unveiled/ (23:26) - SIGMA 200mm F2 DG OS Sport Full-Frame Lens Announced https://www.cined.com/sigma-200mm-f2-dg-os-sport-full-frame-lens-announced/ (25:52) - SIGMA 12mm F1.4 DC Contemporary APS-C Lens Announced https://www.cined.com/sigma-12mm-f1-4-dc-contemporary-aps-c-lens-announced/ (27:59) - Mavis Camera App Now Supports Atomos Ninja Phone for iPhone-based Workflows https://www.cined.com/mavis-camera-app-now-supports-atomos-ninja-phone-for-iphone-based-workflows/ (32:59) - Eddie AI Expands Support to 30 Languages https://www.cined.com/eddie-ai-expands-support-to-30-languages/ (34:47) - Accsoon CineView M7 and M7 Pro Monitors Upgraded for Camera Control for Sony and Canon Mirrorless Cameras https://www.cined.com/accsoon-cineview-m7-and-m7-pro-monitors-upgraded-for-camera-control-for-sony-and-canon-mirrorless-cameras/ (39:13) - Sony FX2 Available Now at B&H – Love, Hate, and a $100 Cash-Back Special Offer https://www.cined.com/sony-fx2-available-now-at-bh-love-hate-and-a-100-cash-back-special-offer/ (48:00) - MRMC Cinebot Nano Launched: Portable Motion Control Robot for Less https://www.cined.com/mrmc-cinebot-nano-launched-portable-motion-control-robot-for-less/ (52:00) - MAVEN Filters WAVE 3 – Now on Kickstarter https://www.cined.com/maven-filters-wave-3-now-on-kickstarter/ (54:09) - Zoom H6studio Portable Audio Recorder with Expanded Inputs and 32-bit Float Introduced https://www.cined.com/zoom-h6studio-portable-audio-recorder-with-expanded-inputs-and-32-bit-float-introduced/ (57:45) - LVX SUÁREZ Cinema Lens Collection Announced with Philanthropic Mission https://www.cined.com/lvx-suarez-cinema-lens-collection-announced-with-philanthropic-mission/ (01:02:12)  - New Insights on Sony’s Camera System for F1: The Movie in FDTimes Interview https://www.cined.com/new-insights-on-sonys-camera-system-for-f1-the-movie-in-fdtimes-interview/ (01:06:57) - FUJIFILM Raises U.S. Camera Prices Again – Effective August 30th https://www.cined.com/fujifilm-raises-u-s-camera-prices-again-effective-august-30th/ (01:10:22) - Eurocine Moves from Munich to Budapest for 2026 https://www.cined.com/eurocine-moves-from-munich-to-budapest-for-2026/ (01:15:34) - A Tilt-Shift Look – Whimsical Lens Control over Perspective and Focus https://www.cined.com/a-tilt-shift-look-whimsical-lens-control-over-perspective-and-focus/   We hope you enjoyed this episode! You have feedback, comments, or suggestions? Write us at [email protected] 

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• ep77 - Kodak is in Trouble & What's ARRI's Future? | ASUS ProArt 32" Monitor Review I US DJI Drone Ban Looms

  This episode starts with some fresh Monitor updates from ASUS and followed from the potential upcoming ban for DJI drones in the US as well as some troubling news from Kodak, alongside ARRI's rumored plans to sell their business. We also discuss our new poll, in which we ask whether you think this year has more or less job opportunities than before. Enjoy the conversation and join in! Chapters & Articles Mentioned in This Episode:  (00:00) – Introduction (01:35) - ASUS ProArt PA32UCDM Monitor Review and Lab Test – Remarkable, Color-Accurate OLED Monitor for a Decent Price https://www.cined.com/asus-proart-pa32ucdm-monitor-review-amp-lab-test-a-remarkable-colour-accurate-oled-monitor-for-a-decent-price/   (13:35) - ASUS ProArt Display PA16USV Introduced – A Compact 4K Monitor Tailored for On-Set Professionals https://www.cined.com/asus-proart-display-pa16usv-introduced-a-compact-4k-monitor-tailored-for-on-set-professionals/   (17:32) - US DJI Drone Ban Looms, What Filmmakers Need to Know – A Deep Dive https://www.cined.com/us-dji-drone-ban-looms-what-filmmakers-need-to-know-a-deep-dive/   (28:36) - Kodak Faces the Fade-Out – Is This the Final Call? And ARRI is rumored to think about a sale - what does that mean? https://www.cined.com/kodak-faces-the-fade-out-is-this-the-final-call/   (41:34) - Poll: Are Film & TV Industry Job Opportunities Shrinking in 2025? https://www.cined.com/poll-are-film-tv-industry-job-opportunities-shrinking-in-2025/   (46:34) - CineD Best-of-Show Award at IBC 2025 – Submissions Now Open for Manufacturers https://www.cined.com/cined-best-of-show-award-at-ibc-2025-submissions-now-open-for-manufacturers/   (48:34) - DaVinci Resolve 20.1 Studio Update Adds Apple Vision Pro Workflow Support to macOS Version https://www.cined.com/davinci-resolve-20-1-studio-update-adds-apple-vision-pro-workflow-support-to-macos-version/   (52:18) - Prism Lens FX Launches New Phantom and Spectre Handheld Filters for In-Camera Effects https://www.cined.com/prism-lens-fx-launches-new-phantom-and-spectre-handheld-filters-for-in-camera-effects/   (54:57) - Tamron 18-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Coming to Nikon Z and Canon RF Mounts https://www.cined.com/tamron-18-300mm-f-3-5-6-3-coming-to-nikon-z-and-canon-rf-mounts/   (58:32) - Pelican TRVL Suitcases Review – Perfect for Traveling Filmmakers https://www.cined.com/pelican-trvl-suitcases-review-perfect-for-traveling-filmmakers/   (01:04:28) - LumaFusion 5.3 Opens Doors to Third-Party Plugins with New Architecture and CoreMelt Partnership https://www.cined.com/lumafusion-5-3-opens-doors-to-third-party-plugins-with-new-architecture-and-coremelt-partnership/ We hope you enjoyed this episode! You have feedback, comments, or suggestions? Write us at [email protected]   

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