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FREE HARDWARE SWAP BOOSTS BURANO A free replacement infrared (IR) cut filter improves colour reproduction under strong lighting conditions, including sunlight, on the high-end Sony Burano cinema camera. The filter will be fitted to all Burano owners in Sony service centres worldwide at no cost. The camera’s firmware will also be upgraded to Version 2.0, to include new recording formats such as a 3.8K full- frame crop up to 120fps, Super 35 1.9K up to 240fps and Super 35 4:3 mode. Other improvements include the 1.8x de-squeeze setting and additional high frame rates. The firmware update will also include proxy for 24fps recording, as well as monitoring improvements. Burano units with a protrusion on the upper part of the front optical filter component already have the new IR cut filter – no further replacement is required. sony.com
The Studio Pro Proton is aimed at mobile, compact set- ups. It has 54 buttons – 27 fully programmable – plus a tactile T-Bar, DB25 tally support and rugged anodised aluminium construction. At just 1.5kg/3.3lb, it’s ideal for houses of worship, schools, podcasts and remote productions. The flagship Studio Pro Fusion offers 113 buttons – 80 configurable – a 5.5in touchscreen, 4D joystick for PTZ camera control and a high- precision T-Bar with LED feedback. Its robust features suit larger studios, government AV teams, esports and live events. quicklink.tv
New Studio Pro Proton and Fusion panels offer user-friendly tools to manage multicamera productions, from solo streamers to worldwide broadcasters. Quick Link’s new panels are professional-grade tools designed to simplify and supercharge live productions for a wide range of users. Both kinds of panel integrate with Quick Link’s Studio Pro platform, and are powered by the Bitfocus Companion control engine. They also support over 600 third-party devices, giving users flexibility in managing cameras, lighting, audio and media playback from a single intelligent interface.
MEET THE FOGFATHER Create atmosphere in your product shots with Kenro’s new Smart Lite Handheld Fog Machine, a compact 30W unit designed to deliver cinematic scenes on the move. At 390g, the lightweight machine is a truly portable package. Being powered by a built- in 2550mAh battery allows for wireless, cable-free
PARK JUST ROUND THE CORNER Park Cameras has opened the doors to its new central London store at 34 Rathbone Place – just 130m from its previous location. The move has given the retailer a chance to build a fresh, purpose-designed space that enhances the in-store experience. Backed by major brands including Canon, Fujifilm, Nikon and Sony, the store brings more interactive displays and a wider selection of gear, from cameras and lenses to lighting, gimbals, tripods and bags. parkcameras.com
The free accessory kit includes interchangeable nozzles and tubes, a 60ml bottle of fog fluid and a carry case. Smart features like auto shut-off after ten minutes help prevent overheating and protect internal components. The machine costs £170, and two 60ml refills cost £11. kenro.co.uk
operation both in the studio and on location. It produces a fine, safe VG/PG-based mist at a rate of 20 cubic metres per minute. The unit is easy to charge up between jobs with USB-C, and hands-free operation is enabled by the included remote control.
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