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Blackmagic Design has just announced a new series of free online seminars on DaVinci Resolve 21, which kicks off this month!

The latest version of DaVinci introduces a newPhotopage, more than 100 new motion graphics effects, and 50 new features. New AI tools include IntelliSearch for quick content search, CineFocus for adjusting focus, and more. These six free 90-minute online seminars are designed for filmmakers, editors, colorists, and VFX artists, and offer something for both beginners and experienced DaVinci Resolve users.

The first workshop starts next Friday, September 18, so don’t hesitate to take advantage of this opportunity to hone your creative skills, learn new techniques, and gain valuable insights from industry leaders.

You can learn more about the seminars on the Blackmagic Design website HERE.

Sony has unveileditsfirstfisheyezoom lens— the Sony FE 8–14 mm f/3.5 Fisheye G! This single lens covers everything froma circular fisheyeat 8 mm toa diagonal fisheye that fills the entire frame at 14 mm. With a180° angle of view, anf/3.5 aperture, a minimum focusing distance of15 cm, and a weight of just314 g, it’s compact enough for everyday photography as well as professional use.

Key Features:

• Focusing as close as 15 cm
  
• Fast and quiet autofocus
  
• Weighs just 314 g
  
• Also suitable for 3D and VR

Insta360 Back-to-School Sale: September 8–22, 2026

Fall is slowly approaching, and with it comes a special promotion on Insta360 products.From September 8–22, 2026, you can take advantage of greatdiscounts onselect products—from action cameras (including 360° models) to mobile gimbals, an innovative 360° drone, and other accessories.

Shop HERE!

Nikon has announced the development of firmware version 2.00 for theNikon ZR video camera. Firmware version 2.00 is scheduled for release before the end of 2026.

This firmware will introduce the features listed below, which will further expand creative possibilities and streamline workflows for a wide range of users, from content creators to top filmmakers.

・ Support for Log3G10 and REDWideGamutRGB modes in H.265 video files will provide greater color grading flexibility while maintaining small file sizes.

・ The new [High ISO Noise Reduction] option, available when recordingin H.265 Log, allows you to capture images that precisely match the filmmaker’s intent and the desired tonal range of the work.

・ Support for the focus peaking display when recording R3D NE video files enables more precise focus control.

Nikon is also developing frequently requested features, such as recording from the entire image sensor area (known as “open gate recording”) and displaying a corrected anamorphic image when using anamorphic lenses. These features are scheduled to be incorporated into the ZR camcorder’s firmware in 2027.

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