As soon as I learned about the exciting and excellent new Sony a7R VI and got my hands on it a few weeks ago, I knew exactly what people would be asking once they learned about the camera's new, faster stacked sensor and 30 FPS burst shooting rates. Why would any photographer choose the Sony a1 II over the a7R VI? And I was right. I heard this question at least a dozen times at Sony's a7R VI event in New York City without any prompting whatsoever.
There has been chatter about Sony making its own medium format camera system for about as long as Sony has made image sensors for other brands' medium format cameras. Sony's recent reveal of the 65mm-format Rialto 65 image sensor block for Venice 2 cinema cameras has only strengthened these rumors. However, the speculation is pipe dreaming, at best.
Sony has released firmware version 2.00 for the Sony a7 V, bringing a substantial update focused on professional audio workflows, FTP functionality, and new production tools for hybrid shooters and filmmakers.
It’s time for the 2024 Golden Globe Awards, which will honor some of the year’s best movies and TV shows. The award show will be broadcast live on CBS on Sunday, Jan. 7 from 8 – 11 p.m. You can also stream the ceremony on Paramount+.
The 2024 Best Motion Picture Animated Movies Nominees
There are six nominees for the Best Motion Picture Animated Movies category, each with a unique style and innovative animation. My personal favorite is Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, but The Boy and the Heron is also a strong contender.
The Boy and the Heron : The Winner
The Boy and the Heron is a coming-of-age drama directed by Hayao Miyazaki, one of the greatest living directors of animation. This 2D animation features a mythical heron that visits a young boy as he tries to make sense of the world around him.
Elemental
Dive into a world where Earth, Wind, and Fire live among one another but not together. This “COOL” movie by Disney discusses how cultures, or in this case, elements can work together and understand one another. This uniquely animated love story packs an emotional punch with great visual effects from Pixar.
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
Welcome to the Spider-verse! This movie is by far my favorite of the nominees! Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is a thrilling animated movie that follows Miles Morales across multiple universes. It pays homage to many versions of the web-slinger’s appearance from comics to TV shows and has a stunning storyline. It’s my personal favorite of the nominees.
Suzume
Suzume is a visually stunning anime directed by Makoto Shinkai. The movie follows a 17-year-old girl named Suzume and a stranger she meets, who team up to prevent a series of disasters across Japan. The film was inspired by the director’s feelings about the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami and its devastating impact on the country.
The Super Mario Bros. Movie
The Super Mario Bros. Movie has become a hit with audiences of all ages, grossing over $1.3 billion. It incorporates many gaming and contemporary styles of animation from Illumination. The movie delivers a delightful origin story for Mario and Luigi, and its silly and memorable quotes make it a fun watch for everyone. I give it 4 stars out of 5.
WISH
Can Wish, the movie, make its dream come true and win a Golden Globe? The film marks the 100th anniversary of the Walt Disney Animation Studio and follows the story of Asha, a young woman who learns how to make her wishes come true. Although the animation is beautiful and the story is interesting, it’s not one of my favorite Disney movies. However, I did enjoy the references to the studio’s wishing star and some of the characters that have been featured throughout Disney’s history.
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Viltrox has announced another vintage-inspired on-camera flash. The Viltrox Vintage Z1 Pro TTL Retro promises old-school style with new-school lighting technology, all for under $60.
New camera announcements continue to arrive at a rapid pace, and this week’s lineup brings together several of the most talked-about new releases alongside deep discounts on premium tripods to support them. Whether you are planning to preorder a new body, upgrade your lens lineup, or finally replace an aging support system, there are some unusually strong deals available right now.
Tom Holland made headlines in 2021 when he told GQ magazine that “if I’m playing Spider-Man after I’m 30, I’ve done something wrong.” Well, not only is Holland officially 30 right now but he’s also got a new “Spider-Man” movie, “Brand New Day,” opening in theaters July 31 and does not have any immediate plans […]
Minna Camera, a popular camera and lens marketplace in Japan, keeps rigorous data on the best-selling equipment. The company has just shared the 30 most-sold prime lenses, and the data offers many interesting insights.
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