MPB ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE Hybrid heroes Crossover cameras are now mainstream within professional filmmaking – and buying used from MPB saves you cash M irrorless cameras may have revolutionised the world of professional filmmaking with their large sensors and video spec. But most have some sort of compromise – from overheating issues to limited codec choices and dodgy handling. Manufacturers are making far more video-centric versions of their cameras for serious movie work. And there are cameras that are now redefining what we think of as hybrids or crossover models. However, these sell in smaller numbers than their typical mirrorless counterparts, and often have a longer shelf life in comparison rather than being upgraded every year. This means their prices usually stay high new, while finding them on the used market can be difficult. Enter used gear specialist MPB – the equipment retailer that’s staffed by real experts. Buying used kit simply costs less, so you get much more for your budget. And MPB has stocks of hard-to-get models. Making the move up to newer gear often means getting rid of your old kit, ideally for a great price, but definitely as hassle-free and safely as possible. With MPB, you can help pay for the gear you want by trading in the gear you no longer need. It’s quick, easy and secure – so much faster and simpler than trying to conduct a private sale from online auctions or classifieds. MPB specialists test every single item based on 40 criteria to make sure they’re in reliable and working condition and have the latest firmware installed. But which hybrid makes a great buy right now? Canon’s cinema superstars The Canon EOS R5 C is based on the EOS R5 mirrorless camera, with its 8K full-frame sensor and Raw internal recording. Now the Canon EOS R5 Mark II is hitting the market, there may be more stocks of the R5 C. This is a physically fatter version of the R5 as it crams in a cooling fan and has useful features like waveform monitoring and no limit on recording time – as well as file formats like 8K/60p Raw. It can
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