Introducing the Blackmagic Videohub 120×120 12G: The Ultimate Solution for Video Routing
Blackmagic Design has released “Blackmagic Videohub 120×120 12G”. The suggested retail price is 2,108,000 yen including tax. This product is the latest model in the Videohub 12G router series. The large Blackmagic Videohub 120×120 12G features front-panel shortcut buttons, an LCD display for viewing labels and live video, a metal knob for browsing video sources, […]
DZOFILM Introduces Three New Focal Lengths to PAVO Series: 65mm, 135mm, and 180mm Macros
DZOFILM has announced the introduction of three new focal lengths to the PAVO series. New to the range are the 65mm T2.8, 135mm T2.5 and 180mm T2.8 Macros, designed to be versatile, precise and capable of capturing complex details. DZOFILM will be present at NAB 2024, which will be held in Las Vegas from April […]
NANLITE Unveils New PavoSlim Series LED Light Panels for 2024
NANLITE will release three models of the PavoSlim series of LED light panels, “240B”, “240C” and “60CL” in late May 2024. The PavoSlim 240B Bicolor and 240C RGBWW are both high output 2’x2′ foldable LED panels. PavoSlim 60CL RGBWW is a 2’x0.5′ elongated panel ideal for small spaces. These panels have accurate color rendering and […]
Exploring the World of Photographic Film: A Journey from 35mm to 8×10
When most people hear the term “photographic film,” 35mm film probably comes to mind. Even as I’m writing this manuscript, when I type “film” on the keyboard, an image of 35mm film appears in the predictive conversion. I was one of those people, but at some point common sense changes. The first time was when […]
Life with a Dark Room and Fokomart: A Photographer’s Journey
A random word from another person can become a life-changing turning point. The opposite is also true. That’s the story this time. “Ozashiki Dark Room” with 6 tatami mats When I was a photography student in my first year of college, I had a darkroom at home. Although I call it a dark room, it […]
Shokujo Kobo Co., Ltd. Releases MonsterAdapter LA-FE2: Electronic Mount Adapter for Nikon F-Mount Lenses on Sony E-Mount Cameras
Shokujo Kobo Co., Ltd. will release the MonsterAdapter electronic mount adapter “LA-FE1” on February 10, 2024. The suggested retail price is 77,000 yen including tax. MonsterAdapter LA-FE2 is an electronic adapter for using Nikon F-mount lenses with Sony E-mount cameras. Equipped with an AF motor, autofocus is possible not only with AF-P/AF-S Nikkors /AF-I with […]
The Legacy of the Olympus XA: A True Compact Camera Icon
It goes without saying that Olympus was a manufacturer that excelled at making small, lightweight cameras. Starting with the half-size Olympus Pen, the Pen F series, which is also a half-size single-lens reflex camera, and the OM series of film single-lens reflex cameras that have long been loved by many photography enthusiasts, the company Making […]
The Evolution of a Film Developer: My Journey with Rosinal
Something like a standard or something that says, “It has to be this!” Commitments and routines. Do you have one too? As I wrote last time, when I was in high school and college, the film developer I used was D76. The dilution ratio is 1:1. Liquid temperature 20℃. This was the royal road. I […]
Introducing Roland’s New “BRIDGE CAST” for Game Distribution and Audio Enhancement
Roland will release “BRIDGE CAST”. One stop solution for game distribution BRIDGE CAST (left) and BRIDGE CAST X image “BRIDGE CAST While retaining the high-gain microphone preamp, high operability and sound quality characteristic of the BRIDGE CAST series, it is now equipped with an HDMI input terminal, making it possible to import video and audio […]
Canon FTb: A Mid-Range Masterpiece
Excellent mid-range model from Canon Behind the high-end flagship models aimed at professionals and advanced amateurs, there is always an excellent mid-range model. These include the “Nicoart FT series” for the “Nikon F/F2”, the “Nikon FM/FE series” for the “Nikon F3” and the “Minolta XE” for the “Minolta X-1”. There is also a model of […]
