If you Haven’t seen it already… Konova Slider
This is the slider I rely on the Konova for all my jobs that require the sliding movement. The bearings need to be tightened every once and a while after excessive use, but I find that the smooth, solid and light weight nature of this slider makes it far worth the need to recalibrate every once and while.
New Videos on Aperture on D-SLR Book!
Check out the new videos on teaching people how to control aperture on Canon d-slrs.
How to Control Aperture on Canon Pro/Semi-Pro Bodies
How to Control Aperture on Canon Rebel Bodies
Canon Double Instant Saving!
Check it out asap if your in the market for a new camera! Deals like these don't come around much.
Best bang for the buck tri-pod
David and Sanford Provista Tripod with FM18 fluid head. These are the tripods I use and have used for the last 3 years. They run between $190-200 usually and have come with a floor dolly as a free gift. The fluid head is very smooth and great for both small and large cameras. The legs are quick release for fast setup, which is what I prefer over the twist-tighten legs.
My Favorite Budget Flash
The RPS Lighting Basic TTL camera flash is a great quality flash for the price. The fact the it both tilts, and swivels, and for Canon is only $55 at B&H is a big deal when compared to the $300+ OEM Flashes. I've used this flash for the last year and it has done me very good. The flash is fully automatic and for those who aren't interested in using manual flash this is great.
Nikon lens patent – 18mm f/1.8 – 20mm f/1.8 FX (from [NR])
Nikon 18mm f/1.8 lens patent
Nikon filed a patent 2012-27450 in Japan for a 18mm f/1.8 and 20mm f/1.8 full frame lenses:
- Focal length: 18.4mm
Final Cut X 10.0.3 the update we’ve all been waiting for!
Check it out on Apple's site
Multicam
Edit multicam projects faster than ever before with a collection of innovative features that provide unmatched speed and flexibility. Select video and photos, then create a Multicam Clip by automatically syncing different angles based on time of day, timecode, markers, or audio waveforms. Play back multiple angles at once in the customizable Angle Viewer, and use the powerful new Angle Editor to dive into any Multicam Clip and make precise adjustments. You can change, add, or delete camera angles at any time and work with different codecs, frame sizes, and frame rates without conversion. When it’s time to cut your multicam project, simply click in the Angle Viewer or use keyboard shortcuts to switch between angles on the fly.
Advanced Chroma Keying
In addition to using the high-quality, one-step chroma key in Final Cut Pro X, you can now access advanced keying controls for color sampling, edge adjustment,
New Canon 24-70 f/2.8 USM ii – 24mm f/2.8 IS USM – 28mm f/2.8 IS USM
Canon 24-70 f/2.8 USM ii
This redesigned EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Zoom Lens from Canon ups the ante for optical performance for a professional standard zoom lens. It has one Super UD lens element and two UD lens elements that minimize chromatic aberration in the periphery at wide-angle, as well as reducing color blurring around the edges of the subject. In addition, two types of aspherical lenses are combined to help reduce spherical aberration over the entire image area, as well as through the full zoom range. Optimized lens coatings help ensure exceptional color balance while minimizing ghosting.
24mm f/2.8 IS USM
Canon's EF 24mm f/2.8 IS USM Autofocus Lens is a compact wide-angle 24mm lens that gives you superb image quality and smooth, silent operation. It's equipped with Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer that provides up to 4 stops of shake correction--ideal for working in low light. A ring-type USM and advanced CPU with optimized AF algorithms for fast auto focusing make for a nimble, fast-operating lens. Aspherical lens elements help improve image quality on the periphery while a 7-blade circular aperture diaphragm delivers beautiful, soft backgrounds.
28mm f/2.8 IS USM
Canon's EF 28mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens is an update to a popular focal length, often the only wide-angle lens carried by a photographer. It's a terrific travel lens that gives you great flexibility, useful for everything from landscapes to interiors. A 74° angle of coverage will let you capture beautiful portraits and candids as well. You can focus down to 9" for a dramatic, unusual perspective. Optical Image Stabilizer technology allows you to shoot at shutter speeds as much as 4 stops slower than usual, giving you a tremendous edge in low-light photography.