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Blackmagic Design has released the final version of their DaVinci Resolve 20 software. This update brings support for over 100 new features. The Cut and Edit pages now include a dedicated keyframe editor and a voice over palette . Also new are the vector tools for optical flow and the multi-track compositing tools in the Fusion tab. In addition, this version includes an improved Text+ graphics layout, a new safe trimming mode, grading with the Chroma Color Warp tool, and a new Multitext tool.

The Studio version brings support for more than 100 new AI-powered features and tools such as AI IntelliScript to create a timeline based on a text script, AI Animated Captions to animate words as they are pronounced, AI Multicam SmartSwitch to automatically build a timeline with camera switching based on speaker detection, and AI Audio Assistant. AI Fairlight's IntelliCut feature can then remove silence and checkerboard dialogue between speakers. Version 20 also includes significant improvements to Magic Mask and Depth Map, for example.

Major new features:

- Improved keyframe handling with dedicated curve display
- Voice over tool with recording and monitoring capabilities
- Import of folders shared via Blackmagic Cloud
- AI IntelliScript creates timelines based on a given scenario
- AI Magic Mask v2 with brush capability
- AI Dialogue Matcher unifies the tone, volume and reverb of individual clips
- AI Audio Assistant automatically creates the final audio mix
- AI IntelliCut removes silence and checkerboard dialogue between speakers

The update can be downloaded here.

New 7" OLED monitors in stock!

The Desview OL7 and OL7S feature an exceptionally bright 1200 nits display with 4K60p HDMI resolution and an impressive 100,000:1 contrast ratio. With 10-bit color depth for 1.07 billion colors, they deliver stunning accuracy and clarity for professional filmmakers and content creators.

With support for HDMI 4K60p input/output, the OL7 ensures seamless compatibility with modern cameras and video production workflows. The OL7S option further expands connectivity options with 3G-SDI input/output to suit professional broadcast and multi-camera setups. Both models are housed in a durable aluminum alloy housing. This makes them lightweight while withstanding the rigors of filming.

MagicSoft has released new versions of their CG and Playout!

MagicSoft CG version 10

• support for saving and loading configurations that contain all settings and status of the program and loaded projects
• significantly lower latency when generating graphical content
• more reliable input and output workflow
• inputs now accept alpha channel NDI streams and NDI streams with different resolutions
• improved NDI output functionality
• new clock element with support for the Arabic Hijri calendar
• better subtitle support in conjunction with Playout version 9
• improved Live Manager functionality

MagicSoft Playout version 9.6

• improved subtitle support in conjunction with CG version 10
• improved audio volume control in Playout client
• improved audio normalization workflow
• more efficient CPU usage for video output

A freetrial version is available for download here. It includes all the functionality of the full version, the only limitation is the watermark overlaid over the video.

Panasonic has just introduced two new full-frame mirrorless cameras: the LUMIX S1II and the LUMIX S1IIE! These cameras are designed to offer exceptional photographic and videographic capabilities, characterized by exceptional image quality, dynamic color rendition and significant advances in video technology. In addition, Panasonic also introduced a new high constant aperture zoom lens: the LUMIX S 24-60mm F2.8. The new cameras and lens are expected to be available in June 2025.

In addition to the new products, Panasonic announced new firmware updates for the LUMIX S1RII, LUMIX S series lenses (S-X50, S-R24105, S-R2060), LUMIX Flow and LUMIX Lab apps.

DJI Mavic 4 Pro: Spin your world

Introducing the new Mavic 4 Pro - a camera drone with three lenses! This new addition represents the next (r)evolution with a 100MP Hasselblad main camera, a pair of large CMOS telephoto lenses, an infinite gimbal with 360° rotation, omnidirectional obstacle sensing in night mode at 0.1 lux, O4+ video streaming... Bringing cutting-edge features that rewrite the boundaries of technology and take the image quality and flight performance of DJI drones to a whole new level. With its aerodynamic design, efficient propulsion system and 95 Wh battery, the DJI Mavic 4 Pro offers up to 51 minutes of flight time, a top speed of up to 90 km/h and a range of up to 41 km.

The base variant includes the DJI RC 2 remote control with a 5.5″ 1080p display and 700 nits of brightness. The Fly More Combo variant includes the DJI RC 2 remote, two additional batteries, charging hub, carrying case and other accessories for complete aerial support. The 512GB Creator Combo option includes built-in 512GB SSD storage, DJI RC Pro 2 remote with 7-inch extra-bright Mini-LED display, 240W power adapter, USB-C ↔ USB-C high-speed data cable, two additional batteries, parallel charging hub, shoulder bag and other accessories.