All articles by David Fox
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SoftRail gets light launch from Shotoku
SoftRail, a software-defined rail system that uses projected light to create a path for robotic camera systems, has been launched by Shotoku.
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Machine control from hi human interface
Cutting complexity for large-scale production is the aim of hi human interface.
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Marshall unveils two new PTZ cameras
Marshall used IBC to introduce two new PTZ cameras that it feels will be best sellers. Indeed, the new CV620-B12 (a complete revamp of its existing CV620) is already ensured of hundreds of sales as it has been built to meet the needs of a global customer.
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Riedel launches SAME for smart audio workflows
The new Smart Audio & Mixing Engine (SAME) from Riedel promises “ultra-low-latency audio processing and unmatched automation” using all-new audio processing software.
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Sony’s 4K camcorder duo on track for AI
At IBC, Sony has introduced two 4K handheld professional camcorders with AI-based subject recognition autofocus, tracking, and auto framing. The HXR-NX800 NXCAM and PXW-Z200 XDCAM have 1in CMOS sensors, a new 20x optical zoom lens, variable neutral-density (ND) filters, and assignable lens rings.
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Achtel unveils 9x7 Digital Cinema Camera
Shooting for virtual production, visual effects plates, IMAX or even the Sphere? Achtel’s 9x7 Digital Cinema Camera shooting 18.7K can replace six 8K cameras stitched together in a relatively compact package.
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Clipbox collab beween Qvest and Vidispine serves up newsroom efficiencies
The latest version of Qvest’s clipbox is the first studio server to fully support a new renderless workflow powered by Web Render Engine (WRE) from Vidispine (Stand 7.A15). For newsroom editors and operators, this promises improved collaboration and reduced production delays.
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Accsoon CineView masters 4K wireless transmission
Accsoon’s new CineView Master 4K wireless system offers 4K 60p transmission, low latency, Tri-band transmission (2.4GHz, 5GHz and the new 6GHz band), plus a wired Made for iPhone (MFi) connection to the transmitter – essentially combining the features of its 4K SeeMo and CineView unit in a single box.
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Kino Flo’s triple pump gets white light right
Kino Flo is previewing two new families of lights that it claims now offer “near perfect colour spectrums”.
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PTZ cameras on Cartoni Twin track to new heights
Cartoni’s introductions at IBC include the Lifto Twin Pro, a new Pedestal HP Series, advanced encoded fluid heads, and a new Height Detector Sensor.
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New Apantac gear for HDR, KVM and Audio over IP
Apantac has extended its range of connectivity products with AoIP, HDR and KVM units.
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Akamai says customer choice increases cloud competition
Akamai’s new Media Cloud is aimed firmly at competing with AWS Elemental, using a ‘partners first’ approach that provides services from many different vendors (its Qualified Compute Partners include Yospace, EZDRM, Unified Streaming and Scalstrm), so users have a choice.
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Second 10x zoom lens from Viltrox enters Luna orbit
Viltrox has extended its Luna range of 10x zoom cine lenses, with the new 42-420mm T5.6 model, which will cost about €10,000, and can cover a 60mm frame, making it suitable for high-end film making.
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ES Broadcast invests in Vinten Versine 360s
Rental house ES Broadcast has bought 50 of Vinten’s newly launched Versine 360 pan and tilt heads at the show.
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BBC NI transitions to IP with new OB
BBC Northern Ireland’s first IP-based OB truck was “a uniquely challenging project,” according to Jon Flay, MD of systems integrator Megahertz. “It wasn’t an existing solution. We had to work very closely with Sony, Nevion and BBC engineers to deliver the project.”
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PAG 150Wh battery is better connected
PAG’s latest 150Wh MPL15 battery is claimed to offer more output options than any other broadcast camera battery, to power cameras, production accessories and personal devices.
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Revamped NDI now meets all broadcasters’ needs
The networking standard NDI is now capable of meeting the needs of even high-end broadcasts, thanks to improvements in the latest NDI 6, which includes support for 10-bit HDR.
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Arri SkyPanel offers Unreal improvements
The new Arri SkyPanel S60 Pro is the upgraded successor to its SkyPanel S60-C, offering important technical enhancements for improved workflows.
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Sony releases box camera better adapted to IP workflow
Sony has significantly updated its popular P50 box camera to make it more flexible, adaptable and better suited to IP-based production.
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Aputure releases the BLAIR Light project
The new Storm 1200x is the first light in Aputure’s Storm family, based around a new BLAIR light engine (Blue/Lime/Amber/Indigo/Red), which “produces outstandingfull white spectrum light”, with all emitters contributing across a wide CCT range (2500-10,000 Kelvin), with great fine-tune adjustability. Compared to traditional bi-colour technology it should offer brighter, ...