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But a big letdown is that its cameras have not had continuous AF. So if your subject moved a little, the shot was soft – not ideal for podcasts. But now, a software upgrade has added continuous phase detection AF to the full-frame Cinema Camera 6K – along with subject tracking and facial recognition. It features a full-frame 6K sensor, 13 stops of dynamic range, an L-Mount, dual native ISO up to 25,600 for low-light performance, Raw recording to CFexpress cards and high- end audio connections. All of which makes it a serious player for podcasting.
For professional podcasting, you ideally need a camera designed for long shoots in the studio, with AC mains support, incredible AF, no overheating issues and impressive colour science. Right now, one of the best is Canon’s full- frame Cinema EOS C80. Its audio is podcast-grade thanks to dual mini-XLR inputs via the multi- function shoe, a 3.5mm mic input and manual level controls for professional sound, whether you’re using shotgun mics or lavaliers. The C80 records in 10-bit 4:2:2 internally in XF-AVC or MP4 to dual SD card slots, with support for C-Log3 and PQ/HLG HDR, making it future-proof for streaming and post workflows. Blackmagic has made a name for itself with great cameras packed with high-end codecs and video-first specs, plus interesting products like switchers to help make pro-style broadcasts easy.
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AF includes multi-subject detection with 3D tracking, as well as AF sensitivity down to -10 EV. Additionally, Nikon’s Focus Point VR can reduce image blur around the active focus point with up to 7.5 stops of image stabilisation. It features a fully articulating vari-angle touchscreen and a high-luminance EVF. Plus, the Z5 II can record 4K N-Raw video directly to the camera’s twin SD memory cards. It also supports Red LUTs and can shoot footage in N-Log for a very wide dynamic range. But perhaps the most popular camera among content creators is the four- year-old Sony FX3, which combines the cinematic power of Sony’s FX Cinema Line with the portability and ease of use of a mirrorless camera. At its core, the FX3 houses a full-frame 12.1-megapixel back-side illuminated sensor, optimised for 4K video with exceptional low-light performance and over 15 stops of dynamic range. It has a compact, fan-cooled body, a top handle with XLR audio inputs and multiple mounting points, but no EVF. There’s five- axis in-body stabilisation, real-time Eye AF, customisable controls and S-Cinetone for great colour straight out of camera.
MAGIC FORMULA The Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K has phase detection and intelligent AF, while the Canon C80 (above) is ideal for podcasting
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