NiSi Announces new iPhone filter kits:
NiSi has announced three filter kits for iPhone photographers: the Landscape, Filmmaker and Cinema Kits. The new filter system is compatible with every iPhone all the way back to the 6/6 Plus and features the same design as their larger DSLR and Mirrorless counterparts. The new system is built around the IP-A holder, a clamp that attaches to and covers the camera(s) of an iPhone. Attaching the P2 holder allows for the mounting of square filters and can be stacked on top of the circular filter.
Below is a breakdown of each kit in detail:
The Landscape Kit:
- IP-A holder
- P2 holder
- Square polarizer
- Medium graduated square ND
- 6-stop infrared-blocking square ND
- Carrying case
The Filmmaker Kit
- IP-A holder
- ¼ Black mist
- 1-5-stop True Color ND-Vario
- Carrying case
The Cinema Kit
- IP-A holder
- ¼ Black mist
- 1-5-stop True Color ND-Vario
- Allure-Streak Blue (anamorphic-style blue streaks)
- Allure-Streak Orange (anamorphic-style orange streaks)
- Carrying case
Pricing and availability information has yet to be announced.
CineD has launched a new camera/lens database tool:
Filmmaking news and reviews website CineD has launched a fantastically useful set of databases on their website, where users can browse & compare camera and lens models, use a handy crop-factor tool to determine which lens to choose and find useful information about every listed model.
The database is currently still in development and is missing a few models. Updates are happening daily, so be sure to check back if you don’t see a particular camera!
Have a look at the databases: https://www.cined.com/databases/
DJI launches their new entry-level FPV drone, the Avata:
DJI announced their second FPV drone yesterday, this time a compact, cinewoop-style unit, tailored for beginners. The new drone features a lot of the same tech included in the original FPV and has been paired with a new controller and Goggle 2 headset. At 410g, the Avata is almost half the weight of the previous FPV and comes with built-in propeller guards to prevent damage to both the drone and mom’s rose bushes. The full technical specs of the new Avata are as follows:
- 48MP CMOS image sensor
- 12.6mm equivalent lens
- 4K/60p and 2.7K/100p recording
- Downward obstacle sensor
- 97kph top speed
- 18 minute flight time
- RTH, Emergency Brake & Hover Flight assistance
- Live digital feed at 1080/100p
The DJI Avata is ready to fly straight out of the box, and features a handy “Turtle” mode for calibration before flight.
The Avata is available now for order on DJI’s website. It is available as a Pro-View Combo (drone, new goggles, handheld Motion Controller), Fly Smart Combo (drone, previous-gen goggles, handheld Motion Controller) and the drone by itself. The drone will cost from $819 to $1,809, depending on your selection.
Learn more at: https://www.dji.com/ca/avata?site=brandsite&from=nav