
Why Cinematographers Want Flat Glass
Tests with the newest Leica Summilux C lenses vs. the gold standard Cooke S4s for Fathers and Daughters.

Need For Speed: Innovation, Gear and Cinematography
This post give you insight into how we pulled everything off. Need for Speed was shot on four different camera sensors.

Turning Your GoPro Hero 3 into a Cinematic Movie Making Machine
We tested the GoPro Hero 3 and figured out what it would do best, which was immerse an audience like never before.

Canon C500 vs. Film Camera Test
The Need for Speed camera test comparisons continue, with the Canon C500 vs. 35mm Kodak film stock.

Tiffen Vari IRND Brings Cinematic Look to the BMCC
Welcome to the Hurlbut Visuals Blackmagic Cinema Camera Tiffen Variable ND test.

Shane’s Gear Bag
I have been asked by many of our readers to share details regarding my personal Gear Bag. I use a vast array of tools to be able to tell all types of stories. I wanted to break it down with detail.

New Zealand Cinematographer Andrew Stroud
Meet Andrew Stroud, a filmmaker from New Zealand.

Accessorizing Your Canon 1DC for Cinematic Capture: Part 2
This week our focus is on adding the little bits that energize video village and make the Canon 1DC focus puller friendly.

Accessorizing Your 1DC for Cinematic Capture
The accessorizing required to turn your Canon 1DC into a Movie Making Machine.

HDSLR: A New Digital Film Language
Shane Hurlbut, ASC discusses what HDSLR cameras and tools can do. Aquacam, helmet cam, stake cam, suction cups, the power of the sensor, and fuel for your creativity.

DSLR Mic Test
Understanding the characteristics of the microphones you own, and therefore knowing their strengths and limitations, is invaluable information used for achieving a great sound track for your production.

Red Epic vs. Canon C500
These extensive tests between the Red Epic and the Canon C500 were conducted over three days with seven other cameras.

Showcase YOUR work with Filmmaker’s Spotlight
Many of you have asked for feedback on your latest work of art. Here is your opportunity. We are now launching the HV Filmmaker’s Spotlight.

Arri Alexa vs. Canon C500 Camera Test – Part 2
This week we take you through Canon C500 and Arri Alexa tests of IR Filtration, Interior Latitude, Night ISO, and Night Driving.

In Depth Tests: Arri Alexa vs. Canon C500
Here is the first of a three part series on the Arri Alexa vs. the Canon C500 in camera tests for Need for Speed.

How to Set Up Menus for Cinematic Capture on the Canon 1DC
Shane's suggested menu settings for using the Canon 1DC as a cinematic movie maker.

Creating a Level of Intensity with Internal Camera Settings
Shutter angle is an important story-telling tool. As a Director of Photography, I love this technique and wanted to show you how I have used it to assist in the character’s emotional arc.

Blackmagic Cinema Camera Tests
With the price decrease on the Blackmagic Cinema Camera, new functions, firmware upgrades and the anticipated delivery of the Pocket Cam, I thought it would be perfect timing to run more of the tests that I did for Need for Speed.

HDSLR Cinematographer Starter Kit
Shane Hurlbut, ASC discusses what you need to work on the HDSLR platform.

Documentary Filmmaking: Tell Small Stories
As filmmakers, we have such an opportunity to tell small stories like Richard’s and it doesn’t take a lot of gear.