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over distances up to 20km. Combined with omnidirectional obstacle sensing and integrated propeller guards, this is intended to support safe flight in complex environments. A suite of intelligent tools enhances usability, including Activetrack 360°, FPV mode and Spotlight Free. These enable dynamic tracking and smooth camera moves with minimal input. Footage can be reframed and edited in DJI Fly or DJI Studio, with features like Virtual Gimbal enabling full control over perspective after capture. The Avata 360 is positioned as a tool for creators looking to combine aerial, FPV and 360° workflows in a single compact system. Kits with a drone and RC 2 controller start from £639/$719. dji.com
DJI has made its move into the 360° drone market with the Avata 360, its latest flagship that’s built to combine immersive FPV flying with high-end 360° capture, giving the ability to shoot everything in a single take and reframe later in post. At its core is a one-inch-equivalent imaging system capable of recording 8K/60p HDR 360° video and capturing detailed 120-megapixel stills. With large 2.4μm pixels designed to give wide dynamic range, the drone is built to handle challenging lighting conditions while delivering rich detail. A secondary single-lens mode offers more traditional shooting at 4K/60p. The Avata 360 is powered by DJI’s O4+ video transmission system, which provides live feeds at up to 1080p/60p
Reliable remote control of lenses at long distances is one of the biggest challenges on large sets, or when using cranes. DCS aims to solve that with Lens Link, a handset designed to extend the range of Preston lens control systems without changing how crews work. Rather than replacing established set-ups, Lens Link works alongside them, pairing a handheld unit with an on-camera receiver such as the DCS Bridge or LDT-V2. It supports both True Wireless mode, delivering up to 2km range in ideal conditions, and a Remote mode that uses Ethernet or fibre to push control distances even further while keeping a stable wireless link close to camera. Using sub Wi-Fi frequencies, Lens Link is built for low-latency performance in congested RF environments. With Preston compatibility and Arri LCS and Tilta support on the way, it offers a production-ready solution for £7200. US prices are yet to be set. dcs.film LENS LINK FOR THE BIGGEST SETS
BETTER WORKFLOWS FROM PTZ OPTICS
Breaking into the industry is one of the biggest challenges for filmmakers and visual storytellers. An initiative from Nikon, Getty Images and the Black Collective of Media in Sport will give 12 selected creatives from underrepresented communities access to masterclasses, mentorship and real-world experience across news, sport and entertainment. nikon.co.uk (BCOMS) aims to change that. A year-long Media Academy NIKON BACKS EMERGING VISUAL STORYTELLERS
Smarter and more automated video workflows are part of PTZ Optics’ latest vision for intelligent production. At its core is the combination of Move 4K PTZ cameras and Horizon, a browser-based control platform designed to simplify and centralise camera operation. The system enables remote control, AI-driven tracking and automated multicamera workflows without the need for dedicated hardware. Horizon allows users to manage cameras from anywhere, while continuous software updates add new features over time. It has uses across broadcast, sport and pro AV, including voice tracking,
auto-framing, real-time monitoring and fully IP-based production set-ups. PTZ Optics has also revealed it will be releasing an all-new broadcast camera featuring a one-inch sensor, 4K/60p output, genlock and timecode. ptzoptics.com
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