Focus Check CineD

In this week’s episode Johnnie and Nino dive into all the FUJIFILM cameras and FUJINON lenses announced this week. They also talk about the update of Nino’s favorite lens, the Sigma Art 24-70mm and Google’s new Veo generative video AI. The take a look at Fylm.ai’s version 2.0 and finally talk about the importance of sound design in film.
 
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Show chapters:
 
(00:00:00) Introduction 
 
(00:01:51) FUJIFILM X-T50 announced
https://www.cined.com/fujifilm-x-t50-announced-40mp-6-2k-video-ibis-film-simulation-dial-and-more/
 
(00:15:46) FUJIFILM GFX100S II introduced
https://www.cined.com/fujifilm-gfx100s-ii-introduced-large-format-in-a-compact-and-lightweight-body/
 
(00:19:53) New FUJINON GF 500mm F5.6 lens
https://www.cined.com/fujinon-gf500mm-f5-6-lens-announced-large-format-super-telephoto-lens/
 
(00:22:02) FUJINON XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8 announced
https://www.cined.com/fujinon-xf16-50mm-f-2-8-4-8-r-lm-wr-lens-announced/
 
(00:27:00) OFG Customs 65 explained
https://www.cined.com/ofg-customs-65-explained-custom-cinema-camera-based-on-fujifilm-gfx100-ii-sensor/
 
(00:28:28) Sigma Art 24-70mm F2.8 DGN update
https://www.cined.com/sigma-24-70mm-f-2-8-dg-dn-ii-art-announced-a-fast-compact-zoom/
 
(00:38:54) Google’s Veo revealed
https://www.cined.com/googles-veo-revealed-can-their-new-generative-video-model-compete-with-sora/
 
(00:52:32) Fylm.ai Version 2.0 announced
https://www.cined.com/fylm-ai-2-0-upgrade-capture-one-icc-profile-and-style-export-ai-magic-mode-and-more/
 
(00:58:38) Sonic Synergy - Sound Design in Film
https://www.cined.com/sonic-synergy-film-examples-of-blurring-the-lines-between-music-and-sound-design/

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This week, Nino shares his experience attending the Apple launch event for the new iPad Pros, Final Cut Pro 2 for iPad and Final Cut Camera app for iPhone and iPad at Battersea Power Station in London, Apple's new UK headquarters. He shares his experience what it is like to be at such an event for the first time, and of course what he thinks the new products mean for filmmakers and content creators. 
 
Show chapters:
 
(00:00:00) Introduction 
 
(00:00:38) Nino attending the Apple Launch Event in London
 
(00:08:37) The new iPad Pro and Final Cut Pro 2 for iPad - how feasible for professionals?
 
(00:15:20) M4 processor - why first in the iPad Pro?
 
(00:19:47) Final Cut Camera for Live Multicam
 
(00:26:31) Does Final Cut Camera compete with the Blackmagic Cam app?
 
(00:27:10) The processing power of iPad Pro M4 & Tandem OLED display
 
(00:31:17) Other iPad innovations: Pencil Pro
 
(00:34:40) Innovative ways of interacting and creating content with touch & stylus
 
(00:36:15) Final Cut Camera & Live Multicam would be nice if they could be used with other cameras
 
(00:38:35) Sony BURANO Lab Test
 
(00:49:53) SIRUI Factory Tour video shot in China by Johnnie
 
(01:00:40) New MZed course “The Art and Science of Lenses”
 
(01:03:39) Goodbye!

This week Nino and Johnnie talk about reviewing tech products and whether these reviews can potentially hurt companies. They reveal CineD’s philosophy when it comes to reviews and Lab Tests. Johnnie and Nino also discuss whether consumers are lately seen as mere Beta testers by companies. They delve into virtual production on a budget and reveal some of the most memorable products they saw at this year’s NAB. Don’t miss the end when they give a quick explanation of the platform CINEFLARES and  an exclusive discount offer for our readers.
 
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Show chapters:
 
(00:00:00) Introduction 
 
(00:00:44) Review ethics: Can a bad review hurt a company?
https://youtu.be/6xWXRk3yaSw?si=mCU18IDTFa17PMdf
https://youtu.be/TitZV6k8zfA?si=qN8IJfTD11sdYucR
 
(00:17:50) The CineD method and Lab Tests
 
(00:25:32) Lens reviews: Clean vs. character
 
(00:29:59) Are consumers treated as Beta testers these days?
 
(00:38:57) Virtual production on a budget: CineShooter+ & Unreal Engine
https://www.cined.com/virtual-production-on-a-budget-chris-field-eric-kessler-on-cineshooter-unreal-engine/
https://www.cined.com/quasar-science-introduces-image-based-lighting-solution-for-virtual-studio-production/
(00:52:07) NAB aftermath and most memorable products
https://www.cined.com/clouzen-tainer-portable-all-in-one-backup-storage-introduced/
https://www.cined.com/godox-magic-xt1-wireless-microphone-system-first-look/
https://www.cined.com/gutek-tortoise-hard-cases-for-gear-by-nanlite-first-look-at-the-new-brand/
https://www.cined.com/rode-interview-pro-wireless-mic-and-smartphone-rigs-explained/
https://www.cined.com/falcam-treeroot-quick-lock-travel-tripod-first-look/
https://www.cined.com/bebob-mlmicro-v-mount-battery-adapter-with-extras-hands-on/
https://www.cined.com/fujinons-duvo-hzk25-1000mm-lens-tales-from-a-safari-in-kenya/

(01:11:04) CINEFLARES Pro launched and offer for CineD readers
https://www.cined.com/cineflares-pro-launched-with-markus-forderer-asc/
 
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What are Nino’s and Johnnie’s back stories? In this week’s episode learn about their journeys of becoming filmmakers, and how they met each other and ended up running CineD.com together. Johnnie also raises an interesting question: Why is everyone a DP nowadays? Nino and Johnnie further discuss whether it is worth going to film school or not, and what pieces and projects of their own body of work they are most proud of.
 
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Show chapters:
 
(00:00:00) Introduction 
 
(00:01:35) Johnnie’s journey into filmmaking
 
(00:14:36) Nino’s history from media school to DP
 
(00:28:47) Everyone’s a DP nowadays? Where did the cameraman go?
 
(00:34:07) Should you go to film school? Johnnie’s and Nino’s takes
 
(00:45:17) How did Nino and Johnnie meet?
 
(00:47:01) Out of all the projects they have done, which one are they most proud of?
https://www.cined.com/production-insights-new-documentary-through-the-thick-shot-in-south-africa/
https://www.cined.com/sony-a7s-iii-review-mini-documentary-and-lowlight-sample-footage/
 
We hope you enjoyed this episode!In the end, Alex did not win any money at the quiz show.
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What an exciting NAB it was this year! Lots of great new gear to wrap our heads around. Nino, Johnnie and Graham talk about all the latest and greatest that they discovered at the show and their favorite interviews that they conducted. They also discuss the winners of this year’s “CineD Best of Show'' awards, so tune in to find out who won!
 
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Show chapters:
 
(00:00:00) Introduction 
 
(00:03:13) Johnnie’s favorite interview of the show
 
(00:04:56) Grahams best moment
 
(00:11:07) Nino’s highlights, starting with Blackmagic Design releases
https://www.cined.com/blackmagic-ursa-cine-17k-with-65mm-sensor-explained/
https://www.cined.com/blackmagic-design-pyxis-6k-full-frame-camera-first-look/
 
(00:23:28) Mixed news from the showfloor
 
(00:32:24) What’s new in the world of lighting
https://www.cined.com/dopchoice-debuts-a-smaller-airglow-the-inflatable-booklight/
https://www.cined.com/nanlite-pavoslim-60cl-240b-240c-first-look/
 
(00:42:52) Starting the “Best of Show” Awards with DJI
https://www.cined.com/dji-focus-pro-introduced-lidar-fiz-system-with-new-motors-and-hand-control-unit/
https://www.cined.com/dji-rs-4-and-rs-4-pro-gimbals-announced-same-payload-capacity-vertical-shooting-capabilities-and-more/
https://www.cined.com/dji-avata-2-review-larger-sensor-easy-acro-mode-new-goggles-3-with-cameras/
 
(00:52:17) New lenses unveiled at the show
https://www.cined.com/laowa-ranger-s35-compact-cine-zoom-series-announced-first-look/
 
(01:04:54) Wrap-up and recap
 
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Lots of exciting news just before we head off to NAB 2024! In CineD Focus Check this week, Nino is joined by long-time writers and contributors Jakub and Jeff as well as Johnnie to talk about all the fantastic gear that is coming out. DJI just announced some great new products like the DJI Avata 2, the 4th generation of its Ronin stabilizers and the DJI Focus Pro.
There is a new professional mounting system for the iPhone 15 Pro by Tilta, Aputure and Litepanels have some lighting news and PROTON promises a very small camera. Panasonic has released a new firmware update and lots more!
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Show chapters:
(00:00:00) Introduction 
(00:01:25) DJI Avata 2 announced - Jakub's full video review: https://www.cined.com/dji-avata-2-review-larger-sensor-easy-acro-mode-new-goggles-3-with-cameras/
(00:18:07) DJI RS 4 and RS 4 PRO Gimbals Announced – Same Payload Capacity, Vertical Shooting Capabilities, and More - https://www.cined.com/dji-rs-4-and-rs-4-pro-gimbals-announced-same-payload-capacity-vertical-shooting-capabilities-and-more/
(00:27:35) DJI Focus Pro Introduced – LiDAR FIZ System with New Motors and Hand Control Unit - https://www.cined.com/dji-focus-pro-introduced-lidar-fiz-system-with-new-motors-and-hand-control-unit/
(00:41:45) Tilta Khronos Ecosystem of Accessories for iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max Released - https://www.cined.com/tilta-khronos-ecosystem-of-accessories-for-iphone-15-pro-and-pro-max-released/
(00:47:32) Aputure INFINIMAT Announced – New Pixel-Mappable RGB Light Mats With Inflatable Diffusion - https://www.cined.com/aputure-infinimat-announced-new-pixel-mappable-rgb-light-mats-with-inflatable-diffusion/
(00:49:52) Litepanels Astra IP Bi-Color LED Panels Announced – Now with Weatherproof Construction - https://www.cined.com/litepanels-astra-ip-bi-color-led-panels-announced-now-with-weatherproof-construction/
(00:53:19) Panasonic LUMIX S5II/S5IIX Firmware Update Announced with Camera to Cloud Integration - https://www.cined.com/panasonic-lumix-s5ii-s5iix-firmware-update-announced-with-camera-to-cloud-integration/
(00:56:42) New Frame.io Version 4 Introduced – With Multi-Panel Customization, Metadata Frameworks, and More - https://www.cined.com/new-frame-io-version-4-introduced-with-multi-panel-customization-metadata-frameworks-and-more/
(01:02:55) PROTON Claims to Release “World’s Smallest Broadcast Quality Camera” at NAB 2024 - https://www.cined.com/proton-claims-to-release-worlds-smallest-broadcast-quality-camera-at-nab-2024/
(01:04:31) Atlas Orion Anamorphic Lenses – 18mm, 135mm, and 200mm Focal Lengths Now Available - https://www.cined.com/atlas-orion-anamorphic-lenses-18mm-135mm-and-200mm-focal-lengths-now-available/
(01:05:55) ARRI L-Series Plus LED Fresnels Announced – 90% Brighter, Direct Network Connectivity - https://www.cined.com/arri-l-series-plus-led-fresnels-announced-90-brighter-direct-network-connectivity/
(01:07:34) ARRI ALEXA 35 Live - https://www.arri.com/en/camera-systems/live-cameras/alexa-35-live
We hope you enjoyed this episode of CineD Focus Check!
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