GEAR BUYERS’ GUIDE
Although the G-Drive Raw SSD isn’t a fully waterproof device, its light weight and reliability sufficiently makes up for that. It’s also more than small enough to be tucked away into a waterproof pouch if required. The drive has a removable, protective bumper, which makes it resistant to knocks or bumps and falls of up to two metres. Speed is impressive - it has the capability to transfer footage at up to 425MB/s – and there’s the choice of 500MB, 1TB or 2TB drives, which all have transfer speeds nearly four times faster than traditional hard drives. The G-Drive Raw SSD comes with the flexibility of different capacities and prices without compromising on quality. Its quick data transfers and small, portable size means this is a fantastic drive to place into a dry bag, ready for your next wet- weather shoot. 1. STORAGE: G-DRIVE RAWSSD £200-£600/$260-$780 www.g-technology.com
A very useful addition to any kitbag is a portable charger, particularly one that can withstand all kinds of weather conditions. The new Extreme is a 12,000mAh lithium battery that features a DC output, a USB output and a bi-directional USB-C socket, meaning it’s capable of powering a whole range of devices. The Extreme can also cope with the odd bump or spill thanks to its water resistant and rugged casing. It comes with a five watt solar panel that can charge in low light conditions, so you don’t have to worry should you be working on a cloudy day. Perfect to keep in your bag as a back-up, the Extreme is a small and reliable charger that’s ideal for cloudy, rainy shoots. 3. EXTRA: EXTREME, WATER- RESISTANT RUGGED CHARGER £115/$150 www.powertraveller.com
2. CAMERA: PANASONIC GH5S £2199/$2298 www.panasonic.com
Not even a year old, the GH5S is already a favourite amongst many professionals thanks to its great line-up of sophisticated filmmaking features. However, alongside these, this Micro Four Thirds camera also happens to be particularly well-suited to unreliable weather conditions due to its rugged magnesium body, which makes the camera dustproof, splashproof and even freezeproof. Unlike its predecessors, the GH5S offers dual-native ISO, which makes shooting in overcast conditions a whole lot easier. It also has zero recording time limits, a new TC In/Out and Line input, and dual SDmemory card slots. Meanwhile, its 4:2:2, 10-bit internal recording system and heightened sensitivity means you get professional-looking content, while knowing that the camera can cope with all kinds of conditions. An underwater housing is available should you be planning further outdoor adventures, meaning this is a camera that will truly stand up to pretty much everything you throw at it.
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