Sony to wind down Pixomondo
Televisual reports Pixomondo will be wound down after contracts finish, with VFX efforts set to refocus on Imageworks.
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Virtual Production Without the Disney Budget
A Rhode Island studio proves virtual production isn’t just for sci-fi. Door G’s team talks LEDs, Unreal, and the human side of real-time filmmaking.
Sony drops the new A7 V: 33 MP, 30 fps blackout-free and 4K 120p
Sony’s A7 V adds a 33 MP stacked sensor, AI-AF, blackout-free 30 fps bursts and 4K 120p video. A strong hybrid for still and motion work.
Hell Froze Over – ProRes RAW for Resolve
For an eternity, it seemed, Blackmagic Design (BM for short) refused to support the import of Apple's ProRes RAW format into their flagship app DaVinci Resolve (DR for short).
Sony Updates: Monitor & Control and Creators’ App Add 20-Camera Multi-View, Cloud Workflow
Sony’s Monitor & Control app finally speaks Mac—with 20-camera multi-view on Premium—and the Creators’ App now pushes direct uploads to Ci with clipped previews.
Sony VENICE 2 Firmware 4.0 Adds EL Zone Tool
Sony’s VENICE 2 firmware 4.0 introduces EL Zone exposure system and tri‑colour frame line display plus camera extension support.
Sony Burano firmware 2.0 update — More Power, Less Fuss
New Sony Burano firmware 2.0 brings raw-friendly 3.8K/4.3K/1.9K modes, enhanced IBIS, better autofocus, metadata overlays — pro set-ready.
Flame 2026: OCIO, Files and Timeline Magic
Discover the seven key innovations in Flame Family 2026—from OpenColorIO to AI-enhanced video quality.
CineMon 1.0: Correcting the Signal
Let's talk about using low-cost HDMI video capture devices for accurate signal representation, particularly with log formats like S-log3. And also the development and application of a correction LUT using Resolve to enhance the accuracy of color and luminance.
Hardware for CineMon (et. al.)
After looking at the software side of CineMon, it's time to take a look at the hardware - whats good and what's not?
Sony’s mocopi Pro Kit: Elevating Full-Body Motion Capture
Sony introduces the mocopi Pro Kit, featuring a 12-sensor setup, real-time Bluetooth connectivity, and integration with the XYN Motion Studio app for enhanced motion capture.
Sony Releases BURANO Test Files for Download
Test Sony’s BURANO camera with free downloadable footage for workflow evaluation.
Sony Alpha 1 II
Sony introduces the Alpha 1 II, a second-generation full-frame camera with 8K video recording, dual processors, and key updates for post-production workflows
ZEISS CinCraft Scenario 2.1: Manual Calibration and Enhanced Export Features
New Update Gives ZEISS CinCraft Scenario 2.1 Full Manual Spherical Lens Calibration for Broader Compatibility in Virtual Production.
Blackmagic Camera 1.4 Update for Android: Xperia Support and More
BMD has rolled out version 1.4 of its Camera Control app for Android, now supporting Xperia devices.
VFX-Shoot in the trunk
How do you shoot a film in the smallest setting imaginable, a closed car boot? Can you manage to maintain the narrative tension for 90 minutes and at the same time reinvent yourself visually time and again?
Film with a Phone?
It's almost 10 years since Austin Reza shot a film for Bentley's luxury cars: on an iPhone 5S. At the time, it was still in stylish black and white and with high contrasts - no doubt also to prevent artefacts from becoming too obvious. Back in 2011, Park Chan-wook and Park
Chan-kyong from South Korea even shot the fantasy horror "Night Fishing" on an iPhone 4 in colour and won a Golden Bear for the best short film. Apple itself, on the other hand, has generally shot its advertising films on cameras such as the Arri Alexa.
Doctor Strange 2 | VFX Breakdown
Strange to weird effects from Sony Pictures Imageworks: VFXers wield the wrecking ball for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness!
Sony Pictures Imageworks | Sizzle Reel
With mega pug power through the most eye-popping visual effects - together with Doctor Strange (aka Sorcerer Supreme), the E.T.s from Men in Black and poodle-fresh four-paws.
Sony Pictures Entertainment akquiriert Pixomondo
The important VFX service provider Pixomondo is now part of Sony. Jonny Slow remains CEO of Pixomondo. Does this mean that Sony is significantly expanding its capacities in the field of virtual production and visual effects?
“Gyroscopes” for image stabilisation in post-production
Why do I put the term in parentheses? Because it actually refers to classic gyro stabilisation. The word is based on the Greek word for "circle" or "turn" - which is why the meat from the spit is also called Gyros in Greek.
Sony presents its new FX30 camera
The latest device in the Cinema Line product range is a 4K Super 35 camera - at a comparatively affordable purchase price. A product news item.
Sony presents PTZ full-format camera
The FR7 is a pan-tilt-zoom camera. Such recording devices are primarily used for surveillance - but the new one from Sony can also produce feature films. A product news item.
New CG villains for Spider-Man 3 |
Review: In DP 04 : 2007, Spidey made his third appearance on the big screen and had to fight three villains at the same time. Imageworks created characters made of air, sand and black mass.
Germany in Baselight
A look back: In DP 01:2019, we took a look at high-end grading with Baselight. We also spoke to Rotor Film about HDR material and the Amazon series "Deutschland 86".
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.
Sony Announces VENICE 2 Cinema Camera
Sony's VENICE 2 cinema camera pairs an 8.6K full-frame sensor with internal 16-bit X-OCN recording and interchangeable sensor blocks.
DJI Ronin 4D Combines Camera and Gimbal
DJI Ronin 4D combines a full-frame 6K or 8K cinema camera, four-axis stabilisation, LiDAR focusing and wireless video transmission.
4K production – what do you really need?
Review: In DP 02 : 2014, our author Michael Radeck went into the practical test with True 4K.
Mod Tech Labs Explains Volumetric Video
Mod Tech Labs outlines a volumetric-capture workflow that records a subject from multiple angles and reconstructs an animated 3D mesh.
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.
Sony Launches Cinema Line with FX6 Preview
Sony’s Cinema Line grouped Venice and FX9 with the forthcoming FX6 while outlining firmware updates for its cinema cameras.
Samyang VDSLR MK2 Cinema Lenses Cover Seven Mounts
Samyang’s VDSLR MK2 cinema-prime range launched in 24, 35, 50 and 85 mm versions across seven camera mounts.
Sony Imaging Edge Webcam Turns Cameras into Webcams
Sony’s free Imaging Edge Webcam utility connected compatible Alpha and RX cameras to Windows PCs over USB.
Sony HDC-P31 POV Camera Supports Remote HDR Workflows
Sony’s compact HDC-P31 combined remote operation, a 2/3-inch global-shutter sensor and simultaneous HDR/SDR production.
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.
Sony Previewed FX9 2.0 and Venice 6.0
Sony’s 2020 roadmap added 16-bit RAW and 4K 60p to FX9, while Venice 6.0 expanded HFR, looks, frame lines and metadata.
Spider-Man: Far From Home | Sony Pictures Imageworks
A new visual effects breakdown for Spider-Man: Far From Home presents Sony Pictures Imageworks' work on the Marvel project.
Impossible Mirror Shot | Imageworks
The impossible mirror scene from "Contact" (1997): In this flashback, Imageworks shows how the shot was realized.
Men in Black: International | VFX Breakdowns
Visual effects breakdowns for Men in Black: International: Sony Imageworks and DNEG show their work on the project!
Save Up to €1,000 with Canon, Nikon and Sony Cashbacks
Cashback promotions currently make it possible to save up to €1,000 when buying a camera.
Love, Death + Robots | Lucky 13
Sony Pictures Imageworks with a new breakdown of the successful Netflix series Love, Death + Robots: this time for Lucky 13!
Into The Spider-Verse | FX Design
Particles, machine learning, simulations and destruction: a new and final VFX breakdown for Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse has been released!
Into The Spider-Verse: New York | Imageworks
Imageworks with a new breakdown clip for the Oscar winner "Spider-Man Into The Spider-Verse" - this time we look at the realization of the city.
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse | Imageworks
Off into the Spider-Verse with Imageworks: here is an insight into techniques used for the visual style.
OpenCue: VFX Render Manager
Google and Sony Imageworks present OpenCue: The open-source render manager for the VFX and animation industry!
EIZO CG 3145 4K HDR reference monitor in test
Reference monitor is a big word, but EIZO was the first on the market to fulfil the minimum requirements with this device, especially to meet all the demands for HDR. The performance is based on a completely new technology that overcomes the previous limits of LCD IPS panel technology. All comparable products that have come out since then have used the same panel technology. So EIZO was not only a pioneer, they also backed the right horse.
Are we sure that footage works?
Getting HDR out is still a bit tricky - in theory everything works or should work. But what if you have to KNOW it works? Well, Aja has presented a machine that can eliminate the guesswork.
VENICE Online Camera Simulator
With Sony’s free online application, anyone curious can already try their hand at the VENICE.
FS7 How To—Handy as a PDF
A Quick Reference Guide from Sony. Optimised for mobile viewing and completely interactive.
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.
Panasonic Lumix GH5: A personal review
With the GH4, Panasonic has created a truly successful model in the independent film and video sector. Aerial photographers in particular favoured the GH4 because of its form factor and low weight. Even the highest quality cinema and TV feature film productions as well as high-end commercials shot on the ground with RED or Arri were combined with aerial shots from the GH4. Here comes the successor.
HDR Webinar from Sony
HDR – from recording and post-production to delivery – is the subject of Sony's free webinar on March 7.
History Lesson: Sony’s Beginnings
From rice cooker to electronics giant: In this video clip, learn about Sony’s beginnings with a look at the development of its first products.
On-Set Tools
Review: In DP 06 : 2016 we introduced four helpers that will help you to find out the exact position of the light emitter sun, preview LUTs in the browser, and always have a collection of knowledge with you.
Ghost Problems? Call Zero!
The VFX studio Zero presents breakdowns of its effects work on the new “Ghostbusters” film in still and moving images.
Music Video by SAE for Aggrotech Band
Had you not previously heard of the musical genre Aggrotech? Thanks to the SAE Institute's work on the mudic video for Mexican band Rabia Sorda, we have now! You can watch the result here.
New 4K OLED Monitor
Sony's PVM-X550 is 55 inches and comes with Trimaster EL technology for 4K cinema and live productions.
Sony 4K High-ISO Full-Frame Camera
The UMC-S3C weighs only 400 grams, making it currently Sony’s most compact full-frame camera.
Teltec Workshops
Teltec is running a spring training series for VFX enthusiasts, covering topics including editing, LUTs and camera lenses.
Sci-Tech Oscars 2016
Ahead of the Oscars, the Academy again presented its Technical Achievement Awards, honouring inflatable greenscreens and the Image Shaker.
New Version of Sony Catalyst
Sony's editing-software upgrade to version 2015.1.1 adds few new features, but expands functionality and fixes several bugs.
Cool Firmware for Sony A7R II and A7S II
The new company update for Sony cameras A7R II and A7S II is intended to reduce overheating during computationally intensive 4K recording. With update download and video proof!
New Reel from Sony Pictures Imageworks
Oscar-winning CGI giant Sony Pictures Imageworks presents its winter reel, featuring work for “Pixels,” “Hotel Transylvania 2” and and and ...
Red Bull Illume Photography Competition
CG artists are usually excellent photographers too: as of today, images can be submitted to the Red Bull Illume photography competition. Creative images from the world of action and adventure sports are being sought.
“Let’s Not Get Squashed”
Trailer for “Robinson: The Journey.” In the new game with CryEngine, players take on the role of a boy fighting for survival on a mysterious planet. In case anyone already has a PlayStation VR.
The New Sony FS5
The compact PXW-FS5 is the little sister of the Sony FS7 and, with a Super 35mm sensor and interchangeable lens mount, can also film in 4K (8 bit).
Price-Fixing at ILM, Sony and Pixar Legal – Because of a Missed Deadline.
The lawsuit brought by employees of DreamWorks, Walt Disney and ImageMovers was dismissed – because of a missed deadline. Thus, a decision on price-fixing and anti-poaching agreements remains outstanding for the time being.
(Download) The Ten Most Popular Cameras in UK Rental
Rent a camera? Sure! But which one? Televisual.com surveyed all British rental houses and compiled a top ten.
Environment Reel from Sony
Sony Pictures Imageworks’ environment reel shows impressively large green screens and the final result in the respective blockbusters.
San Francisco Through the Sony Camera Eye
Can’t make it to San Francisco by helicopter any time soon? Here is a 4K view of San Francisco with the Sony A7S and an Atomos Shogun recorder.
Mel Brooks Checks into Hotel Transylvania
Mel Brooks is actually still alive and lends his voice to the vampire Vlad in the second part of the animated film.
Internal 4K Recording for the Sony F5
Paul Ream revealed on his ExtraShot website how he achieved a resolution of 4096 x 2160 pixels with the Sony F5 camera.
Media Management Tools from Sony
Sony has released the new Catalyst media tool in two versions. With Catalyst Browse and Prepare for Windows and Mac OS X, media can be organised and prepared.
Spider webs vs. electric flashes
Review: In DP 07 : 2014, the most popular spider-man in film history was electrostatically charged. "The Amazing Spider-Man 2: Rise of Electro" was one of the most elaborate projects for Sony Pictures Imageworks in 2014. We caught up with digital effects supervisor David A. Smith.
Free Zombie
Sony Pictures Animation is making the rig of the zombie character from "Hotel Transylvania" available free of charge. It is compatible with Maya from version 2013 onwards.
Popeye as a 3D Animation Test Clip
The Sony Pictures Animation team is currently working on a 3D animated version of the spinach comic hero "Popeye" and has published its first test results.
4K Reference Monitor from Sony
Recording in 4K is all well and good, but you also have to be able to evaluate the image afterwards: the BVM-X300 monitor is currently Sony's 4K flagship for this purpose.
4K Recording for the Sony F5
There is a hack that enables the Sony F5 camera to make 4K recordings. A step-by-step tutorial explains how it works.
Spider-Man Behind the Scenes
Sony Pictures Imageworks provides an insight into its work on "The Amazing Spider-Man 2: Rise of Electro" in this clip.
Sci-Tech Oscar 2015 Consideration List
The Scientific and Technical Awards Committee has presented the technology developments being considered for an award in the coming year.
“Pixels” Makes the Leap to the Cinema
The Hollywood film is based on the short film of the same name by animago winner Patrick Jean.
Sony PXW-X160 Camera
Sony's PXW-X160 XAVC handheld camera model is a stripped-down version of the PXW-X180 camcorder and is therefore around 1,000 euros cheaper.
Upgrade Options for Sony PMW-F5 and F55
Apple ProRes and the Avid DNxHD codec as hardware-upgrade options for the CineAlta 4K cameras PMW-F55 and PMW-F5.
Sony Vegas Pro 13
The version upgrade for the Vegas Pro editing software offers connectivity to the production process via tablet, making the workflow more mobile.
Codec Upgrade for the Sony F5 and F55
According to the Sony forum, the F5 and F55 cameras will receive codec support for Apple ProRes and Avid DNxHD in a future hardware upgrade.
Ubisoft Rabbids for Sony
The right news for Easter: the Rabbids, Ubisoft's crazy, disrespectful rabbit game characters, are getting a feature film.
Firmware Upgrade 3.0 for Sony Cameras
New firmware version 3.0 is intended to bring the Sony F5 and F55, among other things, a center-scan mode for 16 mm lenses.
Sony Pictures Imageworks Closes Indian Branch
Sony Pictures continues to shrink. After closing the branch in Mexico in 2012, the contract for the location in Chennai, India, will not be renewed.
4K for the Home
Sony presented a short-throw projector with 4K resolution at the Consumer Electronics Show.
A Link Between RAW Format and Editing
Pomfort's ClipHouse application is intended to make organizing RAW material for editing easier.
US Documentary Filmmakers’ Favorite Equipment
In a survey of filmmakers, cinematographers and editors, the Point of View platform found out which film equipment is most popular for documentaries.
Sony’s Dream of Blossoms
"For me, it should rain petals," Sony apparently thought. To launch its 4K Ultra HD television, the company made this dream come true for a TV spot.