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Cash flow is vital to any filmmaking business. So, why not make the wise decision and go for used gear? We take a look at what’s hot and what’s not, how to get the best deals and the pitfalls you need to watch out for. 40 AWESOME OPTICAL OPTIONS Staying away from the typical ‘holy trinity’ of zooms can pay dividends when it comes to choosing lenses. Here are the ten best alternative optics you should consider when splashing out on glass. 52 MINI TESTS We put loads of kit to the Pro Moviemaker torture test each issue. This time it’s a huge G-Technology hard drive RAID, a dual monitor set-up for your laptop, a fast Sigma 35mm AF prime, a burly Manfrotto tripod, and budget camera-top field monitor fromDesview. 62 COVER STORY: SONY A1 FULL TEST Is the most expensive, full-frame mirrorless camera the perfect choice for your business – or is 50 megapixels overkill? Check out the A1, its matching Xperia Pro smart device and luscious 50mm prime lens.
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