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“Smartphone Videography: Beginner to Advanced,”

Simon Horrocks, a renowned smartphone filmmaker and educator, is set to release his new book, “Smartphone Videography: Beginner to Advanced,” on November 1, 2024. Available for pre-order on Amazon now, this comprehensive guide is tailored for individuals at all skill levels, from novices to those looking to refine their mobile filmmaking techniques. The book is structured […]

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Blackmagic Camera App for Android – Now available!

Blackmagic Camera for Android enhances your Samsung Galaxy or Google Pixel phone with professional digital film features, perfect for television and film production. With intuitive controls like frame rate, shutter angle, white balance, and ISO adjustments at your fingertips, achieving high-quality shots is effortless. You can even record in up to 8K resolution directly to

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Mobile Filmmaking 101 with Cassius Rayner

Multi-award-winning mobile videographer/filmmaker Cassius Rayner explores the world of mobile filmmaking. This session examines examples of the types of films, documentaries, and music videos being shot using smartphones and the range of equipment selected to deliver the work. Cassius will demonstrate a range of the gear used on each of the different types of shoots from

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Best MAX Size iPhone Gimbal with AI Tracking? | FeiyuTech Scorp 2

The FeiyuTech Scorp 2 might just be my new favorite “hybrid” gimbal for heavier iPhone setups or mirrorless camera rigs – and it has hardware-based AI tracking. The FeiyuTech Scorp 2 is a gimbal that offers advanced stabilization for cameras and smartphones. It features a 3-axis motorized system that helps to eliminate shaky footage and

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LTJMW 2023 MoJo in 2023 – BBC Smartphone Journalism

Mobile journalists report in video, audio, photography, and graphics using apps on their portable devices. Such reporters, sometimes known as mojos (for mobile journalist), are staff or freelance journalists who may use digital cameras and camcorders, laptop PCs, smartphones or tablet devices. We live in a rapidly changing world, driven by frequent technological and scientific

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Top Free iPhone and iPad Filmmaking Apps You Should Know

In the ever-evolving world of smartphone filmmaking, harnessing the power of free yet powerful apps can elevate your creative process. Whether you’re a seasoned filmmaker or just starting, these apps can help you capture, edit, and refine your cinematic creations. Let’s explore some standout apps for iPhone and iPad users. Click to read more….

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A Global Mobile Journalism Journey

Global Mobile Journalism Journey is a comprehensive program that aims to equip journalists with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively report and produce news stories using mobile devices. Through a combination of workshops, hands-on training, and field assignments, participants will learn how to shoot, edit, and publish high-quality multimedia content on the go. The

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“The Latest is not always the Greatest when it comes to Gear”

We have just acquired DJI Ronin SC Gimbals, even though they were released four years ago, they are still very capable. Not being the very latest means that bargains are available. Similar to the original Ronin-S, the Ronin-SC is a single-handed three-axis gimbal that offers plenty of functionality through built-in and add-on modules. It weighs

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Ulanzi Universal Smartphone Professional Video Rig

We have just upgraded to these rigs. Well worth the money. Features Super Stable Double Handle: Stable movement for one shot smoothly. Two-way Connected Fixation: Solid installation for immersed shooting without shaking. Wide Compatibility: 12 standards 1/4 screw holes can be extended to attach a variety of devices such as fill light, microphone, top handle,

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Comica Vimo S & Vimo C Wireless Dual Microphone for iPhone 14 Pro & Android – Review & Tutorial

My Review and tutorial of the Comica Vimo S and Vimo C wireless microphone for iPhone and Android smartphones. I test the system on an iPhone 14 Pro, a Samsung Note20 Ultra and a MacBook Air with a USB C port. The Comica Vimo C dual wireless microphone system can also be used with cameras

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The future of smartphone video production

As technology has progressed – and continues to at an exponential rate – we ask the question: What is the future of smartphone video production? The first question, however, is ‘Why this question?’ Well – a quick glance at today’s smartphone tech will give you the answer. Modern smartphones have all the built-in tech equal

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