Focus Check

• ep90 - DJI Neo 2 Announced | SIRUI Astra Lenses | Sony FX2 Lab Test Results | CineD Focus Check

  In this week’s episode, there's a lot to talk about! DJI just released the successor to its smallest drone – the DJI Neo 2. But the excitement is mixed with concern, as there's growing talk about a potential DJI ban in the US. Join the discussion to hear all the details and what this could mean for filmmakers. Meanwhile, Johnnie gives us a first look at the brand-new lens series from SIRUI and dives into the latest CineD Lab Test results of the Sony FX2. So, as always, hit that play button and enjoy your weekly dose of FocusCheck!   Chapters and Articles in This Episode (00:00) - Intro and overview (05:24) - DJI Neo 2 Announced https://www.cined.com/dji-neo-2-announced-omnidirectional-obstacle-sensing-4k-100fps-12-m-s-tracking/ (17:30) - DJI US Ban Looms in 42 Days as Government Fails to Begin Required Audit https://www.cined.com/dji-us-ban-looms-in-43-days-as-government-fails-to-begin-required-audit/ (25:03) - DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Smartphone Gimbal Launches With Apple DockKit Support and 360° Pan Rotation https://www.cined.com/dji-osmo-mobile-8-smartphone-gimbal-launches-with-apple-dockkit-support-and-360-pan-rotation/ (28:12) - HONOR Robot Phone Camera Signals a Built-In Gimbal Future for Mobile Filmmakers https://www.cined.com/honor-robot-phone-camera-signals-a-built-in-gimbal-future-for-mobile-filmmakers/ (32:08) - Sony FX2 Lab Test – Rolling Shutter, Dynamic Range and Exposure Latitude https://www.cined.com/sony-fx2-lab-test-rolling-shutter-dynamic-range-and-exposure-latitude/ (40:16) - Canon EOS R6 Mark III Announced – A New, Beefed-Up Hybrid Workhorse https://www.cined.com/canon-eos-r6-mark-iii-announced-a-new-beefed-up-hybrid-workhorse/ (43:00) - SIRUI Astra Series Announced – World’s First T1.8 Full-Frame Autofocus Anamorphic Lenses https://www.cined.com/sirui-astra-series-announced-worlds-first-t1-8-full-frame-autofocus-anamorphic-lenses (49:04) - Audiio LinkMatch 2.0 Review – Simple and Mostly Accurate Music-Matching Tool https://www.cined.com/audiio-linkmatch-2-0-review-simple-and-mostly-accurate-music-matching-tool/ (53:48) - The Efficient Filmmaker: Scan and Plan Read about it: https://www.cined.com/the-efficient-filmmaker-scan-and-plan-new-course-on-3d-location-scans-shot-previsualizations-visual-experiments-and-more/ Course site: https://www.mzed.com/courses/the-efficient-filmmaker-scan-and-plan?tap_a=17272-420962&tap_s=4094362-dfd65f (57:32) - OFG Customs LONG SHOT Introduced – Optical Adapter Brings Full-Frame, Large-Format, Vista Vision Lenses to 16mm https://www.cined.com/ofg-customs-long-shot-introduced-optical-adapter-brings-full-frame-large-format-vista-vision-lenses-to-16mm/ (01:01:18) - Hollyland Lyra 4K Webcam Released – 1/1.5″ Sensor, Wireless Audio System, AI Features from $149 https://www.cined.com/hollyland-lyra-4k-webcam-released-1-1-5-sensor-wireless-audio-system-ai-features-from-149/ (01:03:43) - The Leica Transformation – How a Camera Icon Went From Crisis to €596M by Killing the Rangefinder https://www.cined.com/the-leica-transformation-how-a-camera-icon-went-from-crisis-to-e596m-by-killing-the-rangefinder/ (01:14:03) - IMAGO Oslo Digital Cinema Conference 2025 Returns With AI Focus – David Stump ASC, Steve Yedlin ASC Among Speakers https://www.cined.com/imago-oslo-digital-cinema-conference-2025-returns-with-ai-focus-david-stump-asc-steve-yedlin-asc-among-speakers/ (01:20:10) - Design Update & Comments: A Better Experience for Gear Guides https://www.cined.com/design-update-comments-a-better-experience-for-gear-guides/ (01:21:14) - Atomos Ninja TX GO Announced – 6Kp30 RAW Recording, Camera Control, 1500-Nit Display https://www.cined.com/atomos-ninja-tx-go-announced-6kp30-raw-recording-camera-control-1500-nit-display/ (01:23:26) - RØDECaster Video S Production Console Introduced https://www.cined.com/rodecaster-video-s-production-console-introduced/ We hope you enjoyed this episode! You have feedback, comments, or suggestions? Write us at [email protected] 

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• ep89 - Custom optics with a social mission with Peppe Badalamenti from LVX - CineD Focus Check Podcast

  In this episode, Johnnie talks with filmmaker and lens creator Peppe Badalamenti, joining from Guatemala. Peppe has built something very personal: a small lens brand shaped by his own journey, his heritage, and his love for cinema. What makes his work special isn’t just the image, but the intention. Every lens he produces supports real people and real stories — from care homes in his community to children who deserve better chances in life. It’s filmmaking with compassion at its core. This conversation is gentle, thoughtful, and a reminder that our craft can be more than just gear — it can be a way to give back and stay connected to what matters. So, as always, hit that play button and enjoy your weekly dose of FocusCheck! Chapters and Articles in This Episode (00:00) – Intro   (03:37) - Peppe Badalamenti’s personal story   (08:51) - What is LVX Badalamenti Cinema Optics and how did it start?   (10:26) - How does LVX create lenses?   (14:21) - About Peppe’s short film that was shot on SUÁREZ Lenses   (17:29) - How can you get the LVX lenses?   (22:56) - Philosophy & Social Purpose Behind the Brand and what Lenses are coming next?   (27:36) - Looking Ahead: Future Lens Collections   (30:37) - Closing Thoughts & Farewell   We hope you enjoyed this episode! You have feedback, comments, or suggestions? Write us at [email protected] 

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• ep88 - Adobe Max | Vimeo Updates | Tilta Mini PD V-Mount Battery Plate | CineD - Focus Check

  This week’s episode is hosted by Nino, as Johnnie is currently in LA attending the Adobe MAX conference. Nino gives us a preview of what’s being announced there, along with updates from Vimeo and yet another wake-up call for Hollywood, as the numbers continue to decline. We’re also covering new gear updates from Tilta, SWIT, and FilmConvert. So, as always, hit that play button and enjoy your weekly dose of Focus Check! Chapters and Articles in This Episode (00:00) – Intro (03:39) - Adobe MAX 2025 – The Firefly Image Model 5 Era Begins https://www.cined.com/adobe-max-2025-the-firefly-image-model-5-era-begins/ (21:14) - Nikon ZR Review and Mini-Doc with DZOFILM Vespid 2 Lenses – “Born Cinematic” or Maybe Not? https://www.cined.com/nikon-zr-review-and-mini-doc-with-dzofilm-vespid-2-lenses-born-cinematic-or-maybe-not/ (31:25) - Vimeo Updates Video Review Functions, Improved Monetization, Agentic AI and Immersive Formats https://www.cined.com/vimeo-updates-video-review-functions-improved-monetization-agentic-ai-and-immersive-formats/ (39:35) - “Storytelling Isn’t Broken – We Are”: Michael Cioni’s Wake-Up Call to Hollywood https://www.cined.com/storytelling-isnt-broken-we-are-michael-cionis-wake-up-call-to-hollywood/ (48:39) - New Feature: Better Print & PDF Layout for CineD Articles https://www.cined.com/new-feature-better-print-pdf-layout-for-cined-articles/ (50:45) -  Tilta Mini PD V-Mount Battery Plate With Adjustable ARCA Receiver https://www.cined.com/tilta-mini-pd-v-mount-battery-plate-with-adjustable-arca-receiver/ (52:42) - SWIT PowerCell Camera Batteries with USB-C Now Available https://www.cined.com/swit-powercell-camera-batteries-with-usb-c-now-available/ (54:40) - FilmConvert Nitrate and CineMatch Now Support iPhone 17 Pro https://www.cined.com/filmconvert-nitrate-and-cinematch-now-support-iphone-17-pro/   We hope you enjoyed this episode! Do you have feedback, comments, or suggestions? Write us at [email protected] 

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• ep87 - Nikon ZR Review and Lab Test | Pixboom Spark Review | ASUS ProArt Display Review | Apple M5 MacBook Pro, iPad Pro and Vision Pro

  A week full of reviews! In this episode of Focus Check, we dive into some long-awaited camera and gear reviews. Johnnie shares his hands-on experience with the Nikon ZR, a camera he’s been testing extensively over the past few weeks, and we cover our review of the Pixboom camera. Plus, we finally published the Lab Test for the ZR, revealing some interesting details about its RAW handling capabilities. Also in this episode: Gunther shares his first impressions and footage from the Pixboom Spark, which he took to India to film butterflies in high frame rates. We also take a look at the latest ASUS display and cover a few more gear updates and news highlights from this week. As always, tune in for your weekly dose of cine tech news and insights! Chapters and Articles in This Episode (00:00) – Intro (03:08) - Nikon ZR – "Born Cinematic" or Maybe Not? Review and Mini-Doc nikon-zr-review-and-mini-doc-with-dzofilm-vespid-2-lenses-born-cinematic-or-maybe-not (13:59) - Nikon ZR Lab Test https://www.cined.com/nikon-zr-lab-test-rolling-shutter-dynamic-range-and-exposure-latitude/ (31:26) - Pixboom Spark Review https://www.cined.com/pixboom-spark-review-first-hands-on-with-beta-version-of-the-high-speed-cinema-camera/ (48:01) - ASUS ProArt Display PA32QCV Review – A Well-Balanced, High-Resolution 6K Monitor for Editing and Everyday Use https://www.cined.com/asus-proart-display-pa32qcv-review-a-well-balanced-high-resolution-6k-monitor-for-editing-and-everyday-use/ (53:17) - Camera Internal RAW Recording for Video – Hype or Important for Your Workflow? https://www.cined.com/camera-internal-raw-recording-for-video-hype-or-important-for-your-workflow/ (01:01:00) - LUMIX Lab 2.0 Adds Magic LUT and Workflow Integration with LUMIX Flow 1.3 https://www.cined.com/lumix-lab-2-0-adds-magic-lut-and-workflow-integration-with-lumix-flow-1-3/ (01:03:22) - LUMIX Firmware Updates for S5 II, S5 II X, S9, GH7, and G9 II Add DJI RS4 Compatibility, Faster Startup, and New Focus Controls https://www.cined.com/lumix-firmware-updates-for-s5-ii-s5-ii-x-s9-gh7-and-g9-ii-add-dji-rs4-compatibility-faster-startup-and-new-focus-controls/ (01:05:31) - Sora 2 vs Hollywood – The Copyright Reckoning of Generative Video https://www.cined.com/sora-2-vs-hollywood-the-copyright-reckoning-of-generative-video/ (01:10:44) - Apple MacBook Pro M5 and iPad Pro M5 Announced – Real Performance Gains for Filmmakers https://www.cined.com/apple-macbook-pro-m5-and-ipad-pro-m5-announced-real-performance-gains-for-filmmakers/ (01:12:26) - Apple Upgrades Vision Pro with M5 Chip and Dual Knit Band for More Power, Comfort, and AI Ambitions https://www.cined.com/apple-upgrades-vision-pro-with-m5-chip-and-dual-knit-band-for-more-power-comfort-and-ai-ambitions/   We hope you enjoyed this episode! You have feedback, comments, or suggestions? Write us at [email protected]   

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• ep86 - Is internal RAW Video Recording on Cameras Essential? | K&F CONCEPT Video Tripod Review | Elgato Prompter XL

  In this week’s episode, we’re asking: Is internal RAW recording in cameras a real necessity or just hype? We also take a closer look at K&F’s newly released tripod and cover some of the latest gear updates from the week. As always, tune in for your weekly dose of cine tech news and insights!   Chapters and Articles in This Episode (00:00) – Intro (02:49) - Camera Internal RAW Recording for Video – Hype or Important for Your Workflow? https://www.cined.com/camera-internal-raw-recording-for-video-hype-or-important-for-your-workflow/ (07:41) - K&F CONCEPT Video Tripod VA3+BV20 Review: Professional Feel at an Affordable Price https://www.cined.com/kf-concept-video-tripod-va3bv20-review-professional-feel-at-an-affordable-price/ (19:34) - Camera Intelligence Caira – CEO Vishal Kumar on the New AI iPhone Camera Attachment and Lessons from the Alice Camera https://www.cined.com/camera-intelligence-caira-ceo-vishal-kumar-on-the-new-ai-iphone-camera-attachment-and-lessons-from-the-alice-camera/ (30:17) - Elgato Prompter XL Launched – Expanded Size and Improved Support for Studio Setups https://www.cined.com/elgato-prompter-xl-launched-expanded-size-and-improved-support-for-studio-setups/ (33:30) - Tilta Extended Pro Monitor Mount Arrives With Double-Hinge Height Adjustments And SmallHD-Compatible Pins https://www.cined.com/tilta-extended-pro-monitor-mount-arrives-with-double-hinge-height-adjustments-and-smallhd-compatible-pins/ (34:40) - TTArtisan 17mm f4 Tilt Shift Brings Ultra-Wide Perspective Control to Full-Frame and GFX https://www.cined.com/ttartisan-17mm-f4-tilt-shift-brings-ultra-wide-perspective-control-to-full-frame-and-gfx/ (37:01) - ASUS ProArt Monitor Guide for Creative Professionals and Everyday Work https://www.cined.com/gear-guides/asus-proart-monitor-guide-for-creative-professionals-and-everyday-work/ (41:32) - Blackmagic Camera App 3.1.2 Update for iOS Released – Adds 1920×1440 Open Gate and Polishes 3.1 Features https://www.cined.com/blackmagic-camera-app-3-1-2-update-for-ios-released-adds-1920x1440-open-gate-and-polishes-3-1-features/ (43:38) - BLAZAR Beetle – Ultra-Compact 1.33× Full-Frame Anamorphic Lenses With 90° Rotation Now Shipping https://www.cined.com/blazar-beetle-1-33x-anamorphic-series/ (45:31) - SmallRig Advanced Camera Cage Kit for Nikon ZR Announced https://www.cined.com/smallrig-advanced-camera-cage-kit-for-nikon-zr-announced/   We hope you enjoyed this episode! You have feedback, comments, or suggestions? Write us at [email protected]

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