SmallHD introduces the Focus 7 - Lens Notes March 6, 2019 January 17, 2020 - by LensNotes - Leave a Comment SmallHD has once again upped the ante in the lower pro video monitor segment with the introduction of the Focus 7 As it’s name suggests, it’s mainly targeted at focus pullers and camera operators It is currently the company’s most affordable 7 inch monitor at $699, and
repair Archives - Lens Notes May 12, 2020 October 4, 2023 - by LensNotes - 2 Comments What is a lens spanner wrench? A lens spanner wrench, or just lens spanner, is a tool for removal of notched lens retaining rings
filter Archives - Lens Notes February 1, 2019 March 9, 2020 - by LensNotes - Leave a Comment What is a polarizing filter? A polarizing filter, also referred to as a polarizer, is an optical filter that is attached to the front of a camera lens
series Archives - Lens Notes November 1, 2019 January 15, 2021 - by LensNotes - 2 Comments Before committing to a full blown dedicated darkroom, many photographers make their first darkroom prints in makeshift spaces at home Publicly accessible community darkrooms are now few and far between, …
gift Archives - Lens Notes October 20, 2022 January 25, 2023 - by LensNotes - Leave a Comment So you have that very special camera geek in your life, and you want to get them something useful? You’ve come to the right place!
viewfinder Archives - Lens Notes January 6, 2021 January 11, 2022 - by LensNotes - Leave a Comment What is an eyecup? An eyecup, when relating to photographic equipment, is typically a contoured rubber cup attached to the eyepiece of the camera
monitor Archives - Lens Notes February 16, 2023 February 16, 2023 - by LensNotes - 6 Comments Ready to pull the trigger on your first personal monitor for focus pulling? Selecting a piece of gear that you will be working so closely with is a very personal …
video Archives - Lens Notes December 18, 2023 December 18, 2023 - by LensNotes - Leave a Comment Even though we might not often think about it here at Lens Notes, sound is an integral part of filmmaking, and sooner or later you need to look into it …
kit Archives - Lens Notes September 25, 2021 November 10, 2021 - by LensNotes - Leave a Comment In addition to all the skill, knowledge and experience that makes a good focus puller, there are some indispensable tools of the trade
equipment Archives - Lens Notes October 10, 2021 October 21, 2021 - by LensNotes - 4 Comments A dry cabinet, also called dehumidifying cabinet or dry box, is a storage solution used to protect sensitive items from excess humidity These devices are used across many industries, but they are particularly popular for sensitive camera equipment storage
cable Archives - Lens Notes January 8, 2021 January 11, 2022 - by LensNotes - Leave a Comment What is a TTL Cord? A TTL cord is a form of a flash sync cord that has the benefit of retaining the advanced TTL metering capabilities of the camera-flash …
How To Take Pro Product Photographs On a Budget - Lens Notes November 8, 2023 November 8, 2023 - by LensNotes - Leave a Comment Product photography can be an endlessly creative endeavour, but it all starts with a blank table photo by Hannah Busing Product photography is an exciting and potentially lucrative career path
medium format Archives - Lens Notes October 28, 2019 July 21, 2021 - by LensNotes - Leave a Comment What is a dark slide? A dark slide is a removable plate used to cover light sensitive material (film or plate) that is loaded into a film holder or magazine …
analog Archives - Lens Notes May 5, 2020 July 20, 2021 - by LensNotes - Leave a Comment What is a film changing tent? A film changing tent is a compact light-tight accessory that provides a comfortable, completely dark working space
troubleshooting Archives - Lens Notes May 6, 2022 May 9, 2022 - by LensNotes - Leave a Comment Exceptionally popular among focus pullers the world over, ARRI’s WCU-4 hand unit is at the heart of one of the most advanced wireless follow focus systems on the market