reMarkable Paper Pure: Let’s Test
A production test of reMarkable Paper Pure, covering the display, Marker, exports, Connect subscription, handwriting search and daily note-taking.
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EIZO ColorEdge CG3100X review: Is this the last great IPS monitor?
Four months with EIZO’s 30.5-inch DCI-4K flagship reveal a superbly uniform, silent IPS monitor that leaves very little room for excuses.
ARRI ALEXA 35 Live Xtreme adds 8x SDI HFR
ARRI's ALEXA 35 Live Xtreme outputs HFR over SDI for live production, keeping slow motion inside the same camera pipeline.
Wacom Art Pen 2 does a barrel roll
Art Pen 2 revives 360 barrel rotation, adds new nib sets, and targets current Intuos Pro and Cintiq hardware. Price is $99.95.
Revcut launches GDPR first Video-review platform
Revcut launches a European GDPR focused video review platform positioning itself as an alternative to US hosted services.
Huion Kamvas 13 (Gen 3): Welcome to Sensible Pen Tablets
Sometimes you just want a tablet that works without selling your workstation. That was the starting point for our test of Huion’s Kamvas 13 (Gen 3). In times where many artists keep an eye on their budgets, the idea of a small, solid, and affordable pen display is tempting. So we teamed up with Huion to see what this one could actually do.
RV 2025: Onion Skin, Live Review, ARM Macs
RV 2025 arrives with Live Review (Beta), ARM64 macOS support, and onion skin annotations.
FX Guide: URSA Cine Immersive brings Apple Vision Pro to life
FXguide offers the first downloadable Apple Immersive Video test footage shot on the Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive, complete with spatial audio.
Test: Xencelabs Pen Display 16
Let's test! Lightweight 16-inch graphics tablet with 4K OLED screen from Xencelabs
is said to be the industry's first 16-inch 4K OLED pen display. But ...
ASUS ProArt Display 5K PA27JCV
Let's not faff about: 5K Screens? Really? I tested one, and here are the results - the Use Case is not what you might think it is.
IBC 2024 Frame.io with JJ Powell
The new version 4 of Fram.io has many workflow improvements. And JJ Powell explains how the Frame.io team uses Frame.io in their own workflow.
Sony Releases BURANO Test Files for Download
Test Sony’s BURANO camera with free downloadable footage for workflow evaluation.
Keychron Q8
After direct enquiry: Our "Ergonomics and the perfect workplace" recommendation has a hole: What about all those who suffer from joint pain when typing? Carpal tunnel, tension, and so on?
From the left..
Nomen est omen. When reading the company name "Left Angle", anyone with any mathematical knowledge will think: "There's no such thing!" And it's a bit like that with your product, Autograph: a new compositing and motion design application that stands up to comparison with Nuke and After Effects. That doesn't even exist. Or is there?
Trailer! Artificial intelligence meets media production
Trailer here, trailer there, bang-boom here, bang-boom there. It's always the same - "produce the coolest, never-before-seen trailer" to get people excited, encourage them to go to the cinema, watch a film on TV or on the streaming portal of their choice. And then came AI...
EbSynth – a tool for animations from videos by style transfer of reference images
EbSynth is a free, beta-tested video animation software that enables AI-powered image manipulation. Users can create keyframes and apply effects, although the simple user interface is challenging. Although the results are promising, the programme requires planning and practice to achieve high quality animations.
Beyer your ears!
After testing the rather unusual Beyerdynamic "Space" in the last issue, this time
beyerdynamic "Space" in the last issue, this time we tested a microphone/headphone
"final furioso" of the ideal workstation is a microphone/headphone package - the Beyerdynamic Fox and the DT990 80 Ohm to be precise. So we're poaching deep in the audio segment.
New in the toolbox
Standing around the DP stand at FMX and (as so often) looking stupid, various people came by and wanted to know something special. "Do you know anything for..." - and we were able to answer almost everything, and one of them (Hello Ralf!) said we should put the list in the magazine. Okay, here you go - the best tools we've recommended to people directly. You might find them helpful too!
Digital Production 2023, the second!
And here is the spring edition of DP! On board this time: Emil / MaxR at the Filmakademie, Nuke 14 (including part three of the best little helpers) and a big workshop on BMD Cloud. For those who prefer to read about projects: Trixter's work on Shehulk, a dialect comedy in HFR and two award-winning student projects from HFF Munich.
Open source reviewing tool from DNEG?
After Autodesk's RV recently took the open source step, xStudio is now jumping on the bandwagon of VFX-size DNEG! When is itview from Sony Pictures Imageworks coming?
XMG Studio tested
A user test: How does XMG Studio perform? And how does the Nvidia card perform?
XStudio: New reviewing software from DNEG is coming!
An open-source multifunctional tool flutters towards VFXers? The playback-slash-reviewing-slash-editing-slash-grading prodigy from Double Negative will be released this year. What can it do (and what can't it do)?
Digital Production Camera Comparison and Test Files
Uli Plank compared cameras from Canon, Nikon, GoPro, Blackmagic Design and Sony, with archived articles and downloadable test files.
3Dconnexion CADMouse Review for Left-Handed Artists
A long-term review of the left-handed 3Dconnexion CADMouse examines ergonomics, seven-button control, wireless and wired operation, 3DxWare profiles and DCC use.
Havit HV-KB395L Review: A Low-Profile Mechanical Keyboard
A 2018 review of Havit’s full-size HV-KB395L keyboard, covering its low-profile Kailh switches, construction, RGB software, macros and everyday ergonomics.
Trapcode 14 Review: New Tools for Particular, Form and Tao
A historical review of Trapcode 14 examines Particular 3.0, Form 3.0 and Tao 1.2, including the expanded Designer and multisystems.
Portable DaVinci Resolve: Mac mini eGPU vs Medion Erazer Laptop
A historical DaVinci Resolve test compares a Mac mini with external Radeon GPU against a Medion Erazer gaming laptop with Nvidia graphics.
Wacom Intuos Pro Review: Switching from Mouse to Pen
This archive hands-on review tests whether Wacom’s Intuos Pro can replace a mouse in everyday production work, from setup and ergonomics to precision and speed.
Kyno as an editing assistant for Resolve
Review: In DP 04 : 2020, our author Uli Plank took a look at the management app Kyno - and its support for Blackmagic Design.
4K production – what do you really need?
Review: In DP 02 : 2014, our author Michael Radeck went into the practical test with True 4K.
EIZO ColorEdge Monitors Receive Academy Technical Award
The Academy recognised EIZO’s ColorEdge CG monitors and their built-in self-calibration sensor with a Scientific and Technical Award.
HDMI 2.1 Explained for Filmmakers
An overview of HDMI 2.1 covers 48Gbps bandwidth, Dynamic HDR, eARC, backward compatibility and certified Ultra High Speed cables.
Review: Philips 272P7VPTKEB 27-Inch 4K Monitor
A review of Philips’ 27-inch 4K IPS monitor finds strong value and connectivity, provided it is calibrated for colour-critical work.
FiLMiC Pro 6.13 Adds 10-Bit Log V3 Capture
FiLMiC Pro 6.13 improves Log V3 recording with 10-bit SDR capture support on iPhone 12-series and compatible Android devices.
Eizo ColorEdge CS2740 Review: A Solid 4K Professional Display
The 27-inch Eizo ColorEdge CS2740 combines 4K resolution, 10-bit colour and wide-gamut coverage in a dependable professional monitor.
Review: Sony FX6 as a Compact Documentary Camera
ProVideo Coalition examines Sony’s FX6 and its potential as a compact, flexible camera for documentary and news production.
Zeiss Cinemizer OLED Video Glasses for Film Production
A detailed review evaluates Zeiss Cinemizer OLED video glasses for stereo 3D monitoring, mobile camera work and bright shooting environments.
More pixels in your pocket – the Blackmagic Pocket 4K
Many loved the inconspicuous Blackmagic Pocket HD despite all its weaknesses - from short battery life to fragile sockets and a very flat screen.
The Nuke Indie version is here!
The time has come - together with Nuke 12.2, Foundry is releasing an affordable "indie" version of the compositing package - with (almost) everything you need.
AG DOK Tests 2020 Full-Frame Cameras
AG DOK compared Panasonic, Blackmagic, Canon and Sony cameras against ARRI Amira, EVA1 and FS7 II references across 13 stops.
Shotgun Create for the Desktop
From the web interface to the desktop: With Shotgun Create, the developers have now released a new application.
SIGGRAPH 2019 | Technical Papers
SIGGRAPH 2019 is approaching - with the new technical papers, we look at current research and the future of computer graphics!
New ftrack Review Tool
ftrack Studio gets a little brother: with ftrack Review, you can now conduct your review sessions with the team or clients!
Maxon: Cinebench R20
Benchmarking for Cinema 4D in a new guise: Cinebench R15 is replaced by the new R20 version!
Let There Be Light
We are all working from home now – and anyone who always has to retreat to the darkest corner with their 3D tools because everything else reflects could take a look at this lamp here.
Sony A7R III: The New Full-Frame Camera
The Sony A7R III is coming: with dual SD slot, faster continuous shooting, long battery life, improved autofocus and more. Release is at the end of November.
DaVinci Resolve 14 Is Here!
DaVinci Resolve 14 is here! The editing, colour correction and audio suite is available free of charge or for just under €300. Our software review is included for free!
One for all? The Ursa Mini 4.6K Pro from Blackmagic
At NAB 2O17, the new version of the Ursa Mini 4.6K Pro (UM Pro for short) received a lot of attention, with Videomaker even honouring it as the "Best camera of NAB". But what does the "Pro" in the name mean? For whom is the new camera more professional than its predecessor with the same sensor? Can it satisfy in documentary and nature film or even in reportage?
DaVinci Resolve 14 Public Beta
Multi-GPU use, simplified editing functions, new ResolveFX plug-ins and much more can be found in the new DaVinci Resolve 14 from Blackmagic Design.
Video Assist 2.3 Update from BMD
These are the update features: new 3D LUTs for both models, the addition of false-colour monitoring to the 5-inch Video Assist, and improved DNxHD and DNxHR support.
KineMAX 6K Camera Test Footage
Ciro Ascione tested the Kinefinity KineMAX 6K with colour grading in Davinci Resolve. Here is the footage video. In case you are considering a camera. But only in case.
Toon Boom Manager
Toon Boom Animation has acquired asset-management, production-tracking and review tool Tactic Studio and renamed it Toon Boom Manager.
fayIN for Fast Matchmoving
Fayteq AG has released a new After Effects plug-in for Windows and Mac that simplifies and accelerates the matchmoving workflow.
Sci-Tech Oscars 2016
Ahead of the Oscars, the Academy again presented its Technical Achievement Awards, honouring inflatable greenscreens and the Image Shaker.
Autodesk 3Ds Max2016 – and the Start Templates!
3ds Max is the most licensed product of the Autodesk group. And is included with almost every architecture suite. But what is being added this year? We show the new features, how they affect architects, and in a separate workshop, the new Start Templates – the best helper since the spirit level!
Is It Right for Me?
Of course—every VFX artist has their favorite software. Nevertheless, it is worth taking a look at alternatives now and then. Jahirul Amin therefore tested Modo 701.
Camera Exam Passed
The Canon EOS-1D C camera performed very well in an independent test by the European Broadcasting Union, or EBU, for recording Full HD film content.
New Blackmagic Test Footage
John Brawley shows new test footage recorded with a Blackmagic Cinema Camera that makes video DSLR filmmakers sweat.
Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2009 Achieves Record Result at AV-Comparatives
Kaspersky Lab antivirus software achieves the best result in the test organization’s entire history
Gameforge Presents OGame Redesign
OGame Universe No. 6 launches with a new design. At www.ogame.de, the test universe gives 5,000 users a look at the new OGame, with a video trailer, graphical interfaces and an improved menu structure.
Book Review: Microsoft IIS 7.0 Pocket Guide for Administrators
With Windows Server 2008, Internet Information Services was updated to version 7, bringing major changes rather than a simple facelift.
Book Review: Flash Fast Forward
Once the first hurdles in Flash and ActionScript have been overcome, this practical book begins where many other books stop: with the eye-catching techniques that surprise viewers.
Book Review: Visual Language – A Visual Dictionary for Designers
Today, graphic design is accessible to a broad audience through programs such as Corel Draw and Publisher, but terminology becomes challenging when it comes to composition, attraction and balance.
Book Review: Windows on the Macintosh
Systems such as Boot Camp make it possible to run Windows on a Mac. In his new SmartBook, “Windows on the Macintosh,” author Antoni Nadir Cherif explains how to install and use the dual system.
Stop Motion Pro in the DP Test
Stop Motion Pro 6 is Windows software for animators following in the footsteps of Ray Harryhausen, Wallace & Gromit, and other stop-motion productions.
Mobile DVD Players Receive Poor Marks
Testers conclude that a notebook is the better option.
New Games Portal Aims to Shake Up the Market
Playchannel combines news, reviews, previews, videos, screenshots and community features for gamers in German-speaking Europe.