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Several broadcasters are starting to produce sports in UHD. Notably Rogers Media in Canada and BT Sports in the UK have sports channels delivered OTT via fibre that have UHD content. It is early days yet for mainstream broadcast as issues around transmission standards as well as HDR are resolved and future-proof receivers and set-top boxes start to roll out. 2017 looks to see more services launching, but it all starts with the cameras. The popular format for production remains the 2/3 in sensor, B4 mount, but what are the compromises when moving to 4K?
In this era of mobile podcasting, reporters often have to record interviews anywhere — in noisy coffee shops, on trains or on campaign buses. Getting clean audio for two or more people quickly on the go can be a challenge if the interviewer is not prepared for it.
The summer of 2016 has long been expected to be a breakthrough moment in the evolution of live streaming. Many experts believe the 2016 Summer Olympics is where that will happen.
In Part 1 of this two-part series on powering LED lighting, we looked at switching power supply basics, dimmers and system efficiency. In this concluding article, we examine Power Factors, Energy Efficiency Standards and LED fixture selection.
Ribbon microphones are as old as recording itself. Now a new generation of ribbons has erased old problems and limitations and excels in modern digital recording.
Engineers and lighting technicians know that LED lighting requires considerably less power than other forms of traditional lighting such as Incandescent, Mercury Vapor, Halogen, or in many cases, Fluorescent lighting. However, just because LEDs require less power does not mean one can power them ten-at-a-time from a single power strip or battery. Problems beyond tripping a circuit breaker may exist without the user ever realizing the problem.
Flash cards for video production are an essential part of the production workflow. But how many videographers understand these vital storage components and care for them properly? This is a guide to treating video flash memory properly.
Batteries are the lifeblood of cameras and other remote gear. To achieve their best performance and a long life, like humans, they need exercise.
