The Stark Insider first impressions and test of the SIRUI 50mm f1.8 MFT anamorphic lens. If you're like me you've always been curious about anamorphic. There's just something magical about the look -- the lens flares, the bokeh. All of it comes together to, more often than not, feel special....

UPDATE 05.16.2023 - RED Komodo-X is here. Most of the anticipated features have come to fruition -- including 8K/80 and 4K/120, locking RF mount and CFExpress Type B memory cards -- largely in part because they were revealed in trickle like fashion over social media across the past few...

UPDATE: Amazon has also discounted the well-rated Panasonic Lumix S5 by 15%, at $1,698 this mirrorless body is a great option for 4K videographers that prefer a full frame sensor. The Panasonic GH6 has quickly become a favorite among mirrorless video shooters. No surprise there. Its predecessor -- the GH5...

A well-spec'd full-frame that should suit video shooters well.

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Time to upgrade your tool bag?

Well, at least in Japan that is.

The smartphone camera continues its ascent. And the climb appears to be accelerating. According to reports, we should see Sony's new 1-inch sensor (IMX989) make its way to market next month. Per Digital Trends, Chinese tech firm Xiaomi has confirmed its upcoming 12S Ultra will utilize the sensor. That new model...

The bokeh and the beautiful cinematic lens flares are just two reasons why many love the look of anamorphic. Problem is: cost. Typically anamorphic lenses are expensive. Very. Most Hollywood productions that use them on set rent them. For us small-timers, however, even that can be financially prohibitive. As they...

Attention shoppers: Your shiny new Fujifilm X-H2S is almost here. The mirrorless camera was recently announced by Fuji and by my estimations it's been impressing the camera cohort. Now you can pre-order the Fujifilm X-H2S on Amazon. The camera is expected to ship next month, just in time for wedding season no...