Camera Technology


The changes in camera technology accelerates in a way never seen before in the history of acquisition. New formats, new models, different types of sensors, ways of recording media - image acquisition gets better, more affordable and more accessible as manufacturers up the stakes with new offerings several times a year. MacVideo will focus on getting the most out of existing and new camera technologies as they come to market


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The camera used to shoot Slumdog Millionaire

The camera used to shoot Slumdog Millionaire

80% of the film Slumdog Millionaire was filmed with a camera the size of two packets of cigarettes. Size can be deceiving - this modular camera system enables one to record direct to laptop for high quality recording with a tethered camera-head - or to bolt the head onto a processor/recorder for more conventional production. Classed as being in the league of 16mm or Super 16mm film production, the SI-2K has earned a reputation as being a versatile camera that can go anywhere due to the size and flexibility of the system.

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Ikonoskope goes 3D

Innovative camera manufacturer from Sweden moves into 3D territory

Ikonoskope, the innovative camera manufacturer from Sweden have announced a 3D version of the Ikonoskope. The company is known for producing light-weight, high quality, cameras which are small in size and easy to operate.

Canon announces Final Cut Pro plug-in to work with EOS Digital SLRS

To enable simple and easy transfer of video content from EOS DSLRs to FCP

Canon has announced the EOS E1 video plug-in for Apple's Final Cut Pro. This new plug-in is designed to offer simple and easy transfer of video content from Canon's EOS digital SLR cameras directly into Final Cut Pro.



Canon announces MPEG-2 Full HD (4:2:2) File-based recording codec for upcoming professional video camera

Promises Improved Color Resolution and Compatibility

Canon has announced the Company has adopted an MPEG-2 Full HD (4:2:2) file-based recording codec for a new file-based professional video camera currently under development. The new Canon MPEG-2 codec will enable high-quality imaging and audio performance with up to 50 Mbps data recording and twice the color data of the HDV*1 profile format.

Sony returns to profit, cuts full-year loss forecast

Sony saw mixed results in its electronics business

Sony returned to the black in the last three months of 2009, achieving its first operating profit in five quarters, the company reporting an operating profit of ¥146 billion ($1.5 billion) for the quarter.

Sony announce the MEAD-SD01 New Adaptor for using SD Card™ with XDCAM EX products

Use affordable SDHC cards with XDCAM EX cameras

Sony have announced the MEAD-SD01, an adapter which enables the use of affrodable SDHC cards in XDCAM EX cameras. SxS media is a professional format and not available from retail outlets, so in situations in the field where additional media is required or for cost-conscious users, where this ultimate performance is less important, Sony have developed the MEAD-SD01 adaptor to enable the use of consumer SD Card media.

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