Monthly Archives: September 2016

Panasonic+Codex VariCam Pure

At IBC 2016, Panasonic introduces the VariCam Pure. It  is a “co-production” between Panasonic and Codex. VariCam Pure is a new S35 4K/2K camera system with high-quality imaging, 14+ stops of dynamic range,  dual ISO 800/5000,   and built-in, uncompressed RAW to 120 fps. The new VariCam Pure camera records pure, uncompressed RAW up to 120 fps onto familiar, industry-standard Codex Capture Drive 2.0 media already widely used by many camera systems, post facilities and studios. read more…

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New Cooke Panchro Classics

In response to continued enthusiasm from cinematographers and demand by rental houses for Cooke Optics’ vintage Speed Panchro lenses from the 1920s-1960s, Cooke introduces a new series of Panchro Classics based on the original design, with PL mounts and modern mechanics. The Panchro Classic line is scheduled to ship around April 2017. read more…

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FDTimes at Cinec 2016 in 3-A17

9/17/16 – 9/19/16
FDTimes at Cinec 3-A17: Film and Digital Times will be at Cinec in Munich. Get a complimentary print edition of FDTimes Issue 77-78 at our booth 3-A17 or from our sponsors.

Film and Digital Times returns to the usual location, booth 3-A17 at Cinec in Munich. Pick up a copy of the latest edition–Issue 77-78 September 2016 at our booth or from one of our sponsors.   Cinec Dates 17th to 19th September 2016 Address MOC Events Center, Hall 2 / 3, Lilienthalallee 40, 80939 Munich / Germany Show times Saturday, 17th… read more…

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FDTimes at IBC 2016

9/9/16 – 9/13/16
FDTimes at IBC 12.F30: Film and Digital Times will be at IBC. Get a complimentary copy of the September 2016 FDTimes IBC print edition at many locations and booths.

Film and Digital Times will be at IBC September 9 – 12, 2016. Get a complimentary copy of the September 2016 FDTimes IBC print edition: at the entrance to hall 11, in Booth 12.F30 (courtesy of Aaton/Transvideo) at the FDTimes publication stand in the corridor between halls 8-11 and at the booths of most FDTimes sponsors. IBC2016 in Amsterdam expects 55,000+ visitors.  The fifteen… read more…

ZEISS LWZ.3 21-100mm T2.9-3.9

ZEISS launches a new Super 35 format Lightweight Zoom: LWZ.3 21-100mm/T2.9-3.9 T*. It is light (2 kilos), compact, very affordable and has interchangeable mounts (PL, EF, F, E, MFT). What sets the new 21-100 zoom lens apart is a combination of attractive features: range, light weight, optical and mechanical quality, and astonishingly affordable price. Here’s a new Super 35 zoom lens from ZEISS for many types of productions that will fit digital and film cameras. read more…

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Canon Cinema EOS C700

This is the camera that many have dreamed Canon would build. They have. Canon presents Cinema EOS C700 at IBC 2016. It’s a Super35 format studio and shoulder-resting “A” camera with internal 4K ProRes and XF-AVC as well as integrated Codex uncompressed RAW recording. There is a choice of two lens mounts, PL or EF mount—and a choice of Global Shutter or Standard CMOS sensor. Pixel size is 6.4 x 6.4 μm. Depending on model and mode, effective image area is 26.2 x 13.8mm (29.6 mm diagonal) when shooting 4K and 28.9 x 15.2 (32.6mm diagonal) in RAW 4.5K. Download the 12-page PDF special report. read more…

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