Category Archives: StudioTech

Product reviews for video producers.

StudioTech Studio Tour in 4K

StudioTech Studio Tour in 4K

This tour of the UK studio is our first published 4K video thanks to the loan of a PXW-Z100 from Sony UK. This was shot to test the 4K workflow from camera to YouTube. We did not light the gallery so some of the video is a little on the dark side! Note: We do… Continue Reading

StudioTech 108 – Matrox Monarch HD Streaming/Recording appliance

StudioTech 108 – Matrox Monarch HD Streaming/Recording appliance

We take a look at the Matrox Monarch HD a device that allows you to stream and/or record an HDMI source. With streaming up to 20 Mbps and recording up to 30 Mbps (some restrictions apply) this is a versatile unit suited to an environment with ethernet infrastructure. The Matrox Monarch HD is available for… Continue Reading

StudioTech 106 – The New Atomos Ninja Blade HDMI Field Recorder

StudioTech 106 – The New Atomos Ninja Blade HDMI Field Recorder

In this video we look at the new Ninja Blade in more detail. 25 February 2014 – Atomos announce the latest model in their Field Recorder range – the Ninja Blade. With a bright 1280×720 SuperAtom IPS Touchscreen the Ninja Blade is the HDMI equivalent of the SDI Samurai Blade which we have used very… Continue Reading

StudioTech 104 – The Contour Shuttle Pro V2

StudioTech 104 – The Contour Shuttle Pro V2

The Shuttle Pro V2 is described on the Contour Design website as ‘designed for the comfort of ergonomic integrity while simultaneously maximizing productivity’! The Shuttle Pro V2is a 15 button USB connected controller with jog and shuttle wheels – ideal for video editing and other applications where you can configure it to reflect the keyboard… Continue Reading