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ACADEMY 44 PERFECT PODCASTING MADE EASY
The world is going podcast crazy, and this could be a great source of income for filmmakers who make the daunting transition into content creation. We reveal how you can leverage your skills – and your kit – to succeed in this emerging, lucrative arena. 52 GET YOUR COLOURS RIGHT EVERY TIME It’s vital to nail colour on every job, but can seem like a technical minefield, particularly when it’s not your speciality. Take a look at the kit and techniques you need to ensure accurate hues and white-balance, from capture through to final delivery. GEAR 58 THE LUMIX THAT MAKES PERFECT SENSE Panasonic’s latest flagship camera range is ideal for hybrid stills and video work, with their incredible sensors and brand- new bodies. But the S1 IIE keeps costs down by using old-school sensor tech. We check it out to see if it’s up to handling pro work. 64 MINI TESTS: TOP KIT TRIED AND TESTED We get hands-on with the latest superfast Sigma wide lenses, the 35mm f/1.4 Art for full-frame and 15mm f/1.4 for cropped sensors, modular rigging system from 3 Legged Thing and a special-purpose bag from Think Tank. BUYERS’ GUIDE 70 INVESTIGATING ALTERNATIVE LIGHTING OPTIONS While powerful COB LEDs are the go-to for many filmmakers, other types of lights can be just as useful and even offer something extra. We check out a range of options from tubes to flat panels and more. You might be pleasantly surprised if you branch out.
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PREVIEW 24 OLYMPIA-SIZED INNOVATION IN THE CITY Britain’s premier filmmaking and tech show celebrates its tenth anniversary at the famous London venue. We preview the Media Production and Technology Show and single out some of the must-see seminars, talks and equipment. AWARDS 30 FINAL CALL FOR FILMMAKER OF THE YEAR The rush to meet the deadline is on as Pro Moviemaker Filmmaker of the Year nears its closing date. We highlight some of the entries and tell you how to get involved in the world’s number-one competition for commercial films.
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