New Year is swiftly approaching. Clients are sending congratulations, cities are buzzing with festive vibes, and the world is preparing for an annual winter sleep. This is arguably the best moment to slow down, take a look back, and make resolutions for the next 12 months. We decided to join in and focus on our own bunch. I talked to other CineD authors, and together we gathered highlights from 2023 (gear- and trend-wise), and wishes for the filmmaking industry in 2024. As you probably know, all CineD writers are active filmmakers from different countries and across various departments. Thus, the observations below are based on our own experience. Of course, everything in this creative industry is subjective. Yet, we can’t help but wonder if our insights, highlights, and resolutions resemble yours. So, please, feel free to share your perspective in the comments below. Gear highlights of 2023 Okay, let’s start with the beloved tech. We were happy to witness countless releases in 2023, yet some of them stand out. Jakub Han – the freelance filmmaker based in Vienna – singled out Panasonic LUMIX S5II and S5IIX full-frame mirrorless cameras. As he explains, they brought along very useful features such as a reliable AF in a relatively compact and affordable body. Panasonic LUMIX S511 and S511X. Image source: Panasonic At the same time, Jakub mentioned the new DJI Osmo Pocket 3. Released roughly two months ago, this tiny gimbal-stabilized camera with a larger 1″-type sensor and D-Log M color profile is...
Published By: CineD - Wednesday, 20 December, 2023