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RØDE has just launched the Wireless Micro Camera Kit, a wireless microphone system designed for creators who demand speed, versatility, and a compact solution. The Wireless Micro Camera Kit expands the range of mobile and studio wireless kits with a dual-receiver option for cameras and smartphones, emphasizing ease of use and clear recording in the field.

The compact RODE Wireless Micro Camera Kit is a complete wireless solution for content creators, vloggers, and journalists. The package includes two clip-on transmitters with built-in microphones, a camera receiver with a 1.1" AMOLED display, and a USB-C receiver for mobile devices.

Thanks to GainAssist technology, it provides clear and balanced sound, offers a range of over 100 meters, and has a battery life of up to 7 hours on a single charge, which can be extended to up to 21 hours with the charging case. Fast pairing and a wide range of connectivity options allow for convenient and flexible use both in the field and in the studio.

Autumn is here, and with it come big discounts onAtomos products! With discounts of up to 55% , you can get selected Atomos products from us until December 15, 2025. 

The offer includes the following:

• Atomos Studio Sonic Production Headphones - Professional wired over-ear headphones designed for video and audio content creators, sound engineers, and other professionals.
• Atomos Shinobi 7 - 7" HDMI and SDI monitor with high brightness of 2200 nits, ideal for vloggers, creatives, and photographers.
• Atomos Sun Dragon 5m - Ultra-lightweight (1 kg) 5m, 80W RGBAW LED strip for professional lighting applications with excellent color accuracy (CRI 99 and TLCI 98), waterproof construction (IP68), and extensive wired/wireless control options.

MagicSofthas releaseda new version of theirPlayoutapplication!

MagicSoft Playout version 9.7.0 bringsthe following improvements and optimizations:

• Optimized XAVC decoding performance for higher playback efficiency
• Extended compatibility with the latest Decklink drivers
• Improved management of large playlists on the client side (tested in broadcast operation)
• Extended logging options for better monitoring and diagnostics
• User alerts for critically low RAM availability

A trial version is available for free download here. It includes all the functionality of the full version, with the only limitation being a watermark overlaid on the video.

Nikon has just released a new firmware update for the stylish Nikon Zf mirrorless camera. In total, more than twenty changes and improvements have been added to increase the efficiency and functionality of the Zf camera.

Firmware version 3.00 for the Zf model introduces a new Film Grain feature, which adds a grainy effect to photos and videos during processing. Users can finely adjust the size and intensity of the grain and customize its appearance so that the resulting images look similar to photos taken on classic film. Combined with image processing presets and Picture Control presets, this feature makes it easy to create original visual effects—just press the shutter button.

Insta360 has just unveiled its new 360° action camera, the X4 Air. This new model is more compact than the X4 and has a smaller battery, yet retains the same image performance. An important difference from the X4 is its significantly lower price, which means that the Air offers top-quality footage at a more affordable price.

The Insta360 X4 Air weighs only 165 g and allows recording in 8K (7680 × 3840) resolution at 30 frames per second. The sensor is CMOS and has an aperture of 1.95. The camera offers 360° recording, supports microSDHC cards, and is equipped with a six-axis gyroscope. The battery capacity is 2010 mAh and lasts up to 88 minutes at 8K30fps (in 360 video mode).

Standard Bundle and Starter Bundle variants with more accessories are available. The Starter Bundle can also be purchased in a white camera variant.