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Sandisk Extreme SDXC 64GB Media just $39 RAW on BMPCC • 20 Comments

Emm • December 1, 2014

So I ended up ordering some additional SDXC cards during the #BlackFridayDeals. Originally I just wanted some spare cards to use with the BlackMagic Pocket Cinema Camera to shoot ProRes HQ. To my surprise, the SanDisk 64GB Extreme SDXC - UHS-I Memory Card -80MBS/sec, U3 Card is totally capable of RAW on the BMPCC! Granted I have only been able to shoot around for a few minutes, but so far everything looks perfect with absolutely no dropped frames.

Now I was able to grab this card for $39 Dollars on Amazon (now back to $79 seen here), but unfortunately that price is no longer available. Even at B&H this particular card still retails for $75 dollars (seen here).

But lucky for you, Adorama still have this exact card for sale at $39 Dollars. Keep in mind this is the 80MB/s card NOT the 60MB/s card. I'm not sure if they are just a little late to update their prices back, but now is a good time as any if you're looking for a fast Sandisk SDXC card that you can shoot RAW with on your new Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera. (Find it Here).

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Sandisk Extreme SDXC 80MB/s Media

I hate to break it to you guys who just bought the Pocket Cinema Camera, but a 64GB Card with RAW will only get you 13 minutes of video, so you'll really need to stock up on cards for RAW. This is a great deal to do so. For everyone else shooting with a GH4, Sony A7s, or even Canon 5D Mark III that are worried about speed in an SDXC card this is an awesome deal! Grab before the price changes back. I just ordered a few more for myself...

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Adorama has brought the price back up, but thanks to some comments, you can still grab this deal from BestBuy via eBay. Normally I wouldn't suggest buying SD cards on eBay as there can be counterfeit items, but Best Buy is a legit retail chain store. Grab the Deal while you can on these Sandisk Cards for just $39 bucks (click here).

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Sandisk Extreme Gold 80MB/s SDXC Card

Cyber Monday Discount FCPEFFECTS FCPX Plugins

Emm • December 1, 2014

If you follow this blog, you'll know how obsessed I am with using my Rokinon Fisheye lens as an Ultra Wide Angle on the GH4 (or BMPCC). I'm not a big fan of the warped spherical distortion of a fisheye, so I like to correct the distortion by using a Plugin by FCPEffects. This video below was shot with a GH4 + Rokinon 7.5mm Fisheye Lens, but you'll notice how the distortion had been removed and it looks like an Ultra Wide Angle Lens.

Right now you can get this same plugin (and many many others) on a #CyberMonday Deal using the following promo codes.

50% off any purchase with code: BF50
60% off purchases over $49: BF60
65% off purchases over $99: BF65
70% off purchases over $249: BF70
75% off purchases over $449: BF75
80% off purchases over $649: BF80

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FCPX Fisheye Removal Plugin

TIPS: Correcting the fisheye distortion works better on the GH4 as I tend to shoot in 4K and export to 1080p. This allows me to make changes to the image while still maintaining a very high resolution. Now that the new GoPro HERO4 is also offering up 4K video, i'm using this plugin twice as much.

If you want to remove a lot of distortion, instead of increasing the value, try stacking the plugin more than once. You'll get straighter lines over a single instance with higher values.

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Rokinon 7.5mm Fisheye Lens for MFT Cameras

Cyber Monday Deal on Panasonic FZ200 25-600mm F/2.8 Camera • 2 Comments

Emm • December 1, 2014

Love Zoom? Well hopefully you read the title about this amazing camera sporting a 25-600mm F/2.8! The FZ200 is one of Panasonic's point and shoot cameras with a fixed lens that really set a new bar with their optics. This single fixed lens can go from 25mm to 600mm while maintaining an F/2.8 aperture throughout and offers image stabilization. Here's a nice example video shot by Panasonic showcasing these abilities.

Seems like a really a fun Photo/Video camera for anyone looking to travel with a compact system with massive zoom quality for Nature or Sports. TODAY ONLY for your CYBER MONDAY DEAL they are knocking off an additional -$300 OFF leaving this amazing camera at just under $298 (here)

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Panasonic FZ200 25-600mm F/2.8 Bridge Camera

20% OFF Any Item with FotoDiox – Cyber Monday Deal

Emm • December 1, 2014

Here's another #CyberMonday Deal via FotoDiox. Available today until Midnight (CST) you get 20% OFF any item at the Fotodiox store. That's a pretty generous offer but you'll need the promo code "DONTTELLMYBOSS20" to redeem.

Fotodiox makes almost every type of lens adapter, but you'll also find lots of LED lighting kits, Photography gear, HDMI Monitors, and more. Browse around and compare, this CYBER Monday Deal ends midnight tonight (click here).

20% OFF All Items on FotoDiox.com #CyberMondayDeals

Cyber Monday LED2000 Bi-Color Special – Dracast • 2 Comments

Emm • December 1, 2014

For Cyber Monday: Save 65% on LED2000 Bi-Color Classic Series lights. This special ends once our stock is gone, and quantities are very limited. You can order here on the website or call our office at (408) 229-9222.

The LED2000 is a high-output, energy efficient, portable LED fixture. With power consumption of just 130W powering 2048 LEDs, both studios and location filmmakers are turning to this versatile solution as a means of achieving high light output and quality, while using a fraction of the energy of todays traditional lighting options.

The LED2000 is a professional grade, studio ready light fixture rated consistently at 95 CRI, giving your production perfect lighting, each and every time. To watch a video demonstration, on the LED2000 Bi-Color LED Light visit the website (click here).

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Dracast LED2000 Bi-Color LED Video Light Panel

#CyberMondayDeals

DJI Inspire1 4K Quadcopter Won’t Ship As Expected • 9 Comments

Emm • November 28, 2014

I just received news that the new and much anticipated amazing DJI Inspire1 4K Video Quadcopter will be delayed on it's release. Apparently there are a few things that need to get worked out. At this time there's no ETA on new shipping dates. My only hope (like many of their previous product releases including Ronin) is that they drop the price before it actually ships...

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DJI Inpsire1 4K Video 3-Axis Gimbal FPV Quadcopter

Varavon Black Friday Deals Another Price Cut on Birdycam2 3-Axis Gimbal • 26 Comments

Emm • November 28, 2014

Varavon threw up a nice little Instagram photo the other day showing off a few items that will qualify for their [ONE DAY ONLY] Black Friday Sale.

On the list is another price drop on the ~~$2379~~ Birdycam2 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer bringing it to just $1699. A couple of PRO Armor Cages for the Panasonic GH4 and Sony A7s drop down to just $200 dollars also. The 'PRO' version includes the top handle, and adjustable ENG GRIP with leather hand strap.

The deals look great, but they are only available for ONE DAY and in very limited quantities. The Birdycam for $1699 (4 units only), T7412 for $99 (20 units only), GH4 Cage Pro for $200 (5 units only), A7s Cage Pro for $200 (5 units only)

To find out more about these products, check out the website.

#BlackFridayDeals

Rokinon 12mm Wide Angle Prime Lens DEAL • 2 Comments

Emm • November 28, 2014

This is a small compact 12mm wide angle lens. Perfect for your Sony of MFT (BMPCC / GH4) Cameras! Also available in Canon-M, Fuji, Samsung NX, etc. Lighting Deal is live and almost out of stock. Typically about $370+ for this lens, now down to $309.

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Rokinon 12mm F2.0 NCS CS Ultra Wide Angle Lens

Save -$500 OFF Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera DVEStore • 12 Comments

Emm • November 28, 2014

After my recent build out with my BlackMagic Pocket Cinema Cameras (seen here), i'm inspired to use them a whole lot more. Still great cameras that deliver stunning quality and color, and now -$500 OFF! Should I get a third? [Make sure to use Use promo code: POCK500]

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Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera $500 OFF! Use promo code: POCK500
Bringing back the $500 OFF Promo! *While supplies last!