Godox ML-H Overview

Convert your MoveLink TX into a handheld microphone with the ML-H from Godox. The smartly designed handle simply slides into the belt clip on the TX (available separately) and allows you to use the microphone/transmitter for wireless man-on-the-street interviews and on-scene video reports.

A foam windscreen is included to reduce breath and wind noise. The 1/4"-20 thread on the bottom lets you attach the ML-H to a small stand (available separately) for tabletop use.

Panasonic HC-X1500 Overview

Key Features

• Record up to UHD 4K60 Video, HDMI Out
• 1/2.5" 8.29M MOS Sensor, Venus Engine
• 24x Optical Zoom, 48x Digital iZoom
• 120 fps Slow Motion, Live RTP Streaming
• Manual Lens Rings & Dial, ND Filter
• 5-Axis O.I.S., 3.5" LCD Touchscreen
• Records MP4, MOV, AVCHD to Dual SD Cards
• Wide 25mm Lens, 32x Intelligent 4K Zoom
• Face Detection AF Feature

Panasonic HC-X1500: Pro UHD 4K in a Compact Form

Offering high-quality UHD 4K60 imaging and Wi-Fi live streaming, the Panasonic HC-X1500 UHD 4K Pro Camcorder can meet both your main camera and behind-the-scenes (BTS) capture needs. This compact and lightweight camcorder records UHD 4K at broadcast-compatible frame rates, so it fits smoothly into your existing broadcast workflow.

UHD 4K with Downscaling

The HC-X1500 features a 1/2.5" 8.29M MOS sensor that always shoots at UHD 4K resolution, with the Venus processing engine scaling the 4K image for HD delivery via 3G-SDI or HDMI outputs.

Recording Modes

Record in either MP4, MOV, or AVCHD Progressive at rates ranging from 720p50 to UHD 4K60 to best suit your various projects.

Leica Dicomar 24x Zoom

• The built-in Leica Dicomar lens features a 24x, 25-600mm 35mm-equivalent zoom with a digital iZoom feature to zoom up to 48x.
• The Face Detection AF feature enables you to track faces and automatically adjusts focus on your subject. It also features pro-style manual control rings, a control dial, and 5-axis optical image stabilization to keep your shots steady.

Optional Handle Unit

• The HC-X1500 can be used with a separately available top handle that has two 3-pin XLR audio inputs for line or mic level input, as well as a switch for +48V phantom power.
• Manual adjustments are via dials set into the side of the camera so you can adjust the levels during the shot without having to pull up a menu function.

ND Filters

The camera features built-in selectable 1/4, 1/16, and 1/64 ND mechanical filters for quick adjustments during changing lighting conditions.

3.5" LCD Touchscreen

• Easily view your framing using the fold-out, tilting 3.5 LCD touchscreen.
• Simultaneous output to the tilting EVF is available.
• Closing the LCD can be used to turn the camera on/off.

Wi-Fi Live Streaming

Live stream your footage via RTSP/RTMP/RTMPS using the HC-X1500's integrated Wi-Fi with WPA/WPA2 encryption.

Sony FX3 Overview

Key Features

• 12.1MP Full-Frame CMOS Exmor R Sensor
• UHD 4K up to 120 | 1080p up to 240
• Compact form for Cage-Free Operation
• 10-Bit 4:2:2 XAVC S-I,16-Bit Raw Output
• S-Cinetone/S-Log3/HLG, 15+ Stops DR
• Detachable 2 x XLR/TRS Adapter Handle
• Phase Detection AF/Face Tracking/Eye AF
• 80 to 409,600 Expanded ISO Range
• Dual CFexpress Type A/SDXC Card Slots

with a compact design for solo shooters, travel applications, and to serve as an ideal B cam, the Sony FX3 borrows from both the Cinema Line and Alpha series of cameras to create an optimized portable cinema camera. The FX3 features all of the imaging attributes you'd expect from this class but sports a newly designed body that's hand-holdable, with a streamlined and minimal profile, and has a "cage-free" design, indicating the ability to secure various accessories directly to the camera body.

Its 12.1MP Exmor R BSI CMOS sensor (10.2MP effective in video mode) pairs with a BIONZ XR processor to achieve UHD 4K video capture with internal 10-bit 4:2:2 sampling or 16-bit raw output. The sensor's BSI design heightens clarity and sensitivity, with an expandable ISO 80-409600 Range and greater-than 15-stop dynamic Range for working in mixed lighting conditions. Benefitting color and tonal control, an S-Cinetone mode can be used for matching to VENICE, FX9, or FX6 sources and there is also S-Log3/2 gamut support and 10-bit HLG for simple HDR productions. The sensor and processor also work together to greatly reduce rolling shutter and the sensor's design incorporates a Fast Hybrid AF system for intelligent and quick focusing performance and subject tracking.

Beyond the physical design just being compact, it's also built to maximize efficiency and operability through the inclusion of an articulating 3.0" touchscreen LCD, a removable shoe-mounted top handle with dual XLR mic inputs, and 5-axis mechanical image stabilization for smoother handheld recording.

Note:

The Sony ECM-XM1 Microphone is not included.

Most Compact Member of the Cinema Line Family

This compact addition to Sony's Cinema Line blends the full-frame, S-Cinetone capture of the FX6 with the UHD 4K capture, autofocus options, and body size of the a7S III camera. The video-forward design of the FX3 also shares several handling and audio features with the FX6 and the ISO Range and battery of the a7S III.

Common FX3/FX6/a7S III Features

• Full-frame, back-illuminated 12.1MP Exmor R CMOS sensor and BIONZ XR processor
• High-speed rates of 120p in 4K and 240p in HD
• Dynamic Range of 15+ stops

Shared FX3/FX6 Attributes

• S-Cinetone, S-Log3, HLG, and Rec. 709 gamma options
• Tally lamps on the front, side, and rear
• Internal fan to prevent overheating
• Zoom lever

Shared FX3/a7S III Attributes

• 5-axis in-body image stabilization
• 16-bit raw output via HDMI
• S-Log2 gamma choice
• 80 to 409,6000 ISO Range (expanded)

Improved FX3 Features

• Comfortable, cage-free, handheld operation
• Greater than 1.6x battery runtime compared to a7S II
• USB-PD power option for extended shooting times

4K Full-Frame CMOS Exmor R Sensor

The 12.1MP Exmor R sensor and BIONZ XR processor offer true cinematic expression with 10.2MP effective video and 12.1MP stills capture. The full-frame sensor provides shallow depth of field looks, impressive bokeh, and reduced rolling shutter artifacts.

S-Cinetone Color

• Default S-Cinetone color setting provides a softer-toned look with beautiful skin tOne Reproduction
• Complements your VENICE, FX9, or FX6 footage
• S-Log-3, S-Gamut3, S-Gamut3.Cine, and 10-bit 4:2:2: support help to maintain rich gradation and color compatible with the Range of Sony Cinema Line cameras

Cinematic Recording / Frame Rate Options

• Up to 600 Mb/s XAVC S-I ALL-I H.264 codec recording
• XAVC HS codec recording with H.265 encoding for lower bit rates in Long GOP
• Internal 10-bit 4:2:2 recording to CFexpress Type A or SD memory cards
• External, 16-bit raw,10-bit 4:2:2 output via HDMI type-A port
• 8-bit XAVC S or 10-bit XAVC HS proxy capture
• 10-bit, 4:2:2 color available in all formats including HLG
• Full-frame UHD 4K high-speeds up to 120p
• S35 HD high-speed rates up to 240p
• Up to 5x slow-motion rates

Compact Design / Ergonomic Operation

• Flexible, streamlined, 5 x 3 x 3" form
• 3" LCD with 1,440,000-dot resolution tilts for optimal viewing
• Can be used with or without a cage
• Right-handed controls feature placement consistent with the rest of the Cinema Line
• Five 1/4"-20 accessory threads on the FX3 body plus two on the top handle
• Intuitive touchscreen menu
• Customizable buttons for assigning 15 controls and up to 140 menu items
• Tally (record) lights are easily viewable on the top, front, and rear of the camera
• Dual CFexpress Type A/SD slots
• Relay, simultaneous, and backup recording
• Customizable zoom setting plus Clear Image Zoom

Detachable XLR Adapter Handle

• Top handle with two XLR-1/4" TRS combo audio inputs
• Microphone holder and 3.5mm mic input
• Digital audio with up to 4-channel, 24-bit recording
• Contoured for comfortable low-angle shooting

Fast Hybrid / Phase Detection Autofocus

• Multiple autofocusing modes are designed for solo shooting
• Fast Hybrid AF uses 627 points to cover approximately 89% of the image frame
• Real-Time Eye AF, Eye and Face Detection, and subject Touch Tracking

Durable Build / Enhanced Operating

• An integrated cooling fan and a heat-dissipating design enable uninterrupted recording up to 4K60
• Magnesium-alloy chassis and shell
• Sealed against inclement weather and dust

Wireless Connectivity

• Dual-band 2.4/5 GHz wireless connectivity
• Wired LAN link using the USB Type-C port and a separate adapter

Post-Production Stabilization with E-Mount Lenses

• Sony's Catalyst Prepare/Browse software uses shake metadata to stabilize your image
• Adjustable balance between shake compensation and image area trimming

Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini Extreme Overview

Key Features

• 8-Channel HDMI Live Streaming Switcher
• Supports up to 1080p60
• RTMP Streaming via Ethernet or USB-C
• Record Program Out
• 11-Input, 2-Channel Audio Mixer
• Input Frame Rate and format Converter
• Re-Sync on All HDMI Inputs
• HD Multiview Output with up to 16 Views
• Local and Software Switching
• 4 x Upstream, 2 x Downstream Keyers

The Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini Extreme is an 8-input live production switcher for live streaming. It features an integrated control panel and has advanced broadcast features. In addition to live streaming using RTMP protocols, you can also output your program as if it was a webcam over USB. This versatile switcher's eight independent HDMI inputs accept all popular HD signals up to 1080p60. Each input has discrete frame rate and format converters, and it supports re-syncing for seamless switching between a variety of pro and consumer cameras, game consoles, and computer feeds.

Switch, add effects, color grade, and key in real time using the control surface's buttons, or via the software control panel. CCU functions are available for controlling Blackmagic Studio and URSA Mini/Broadcast/Micro Studio cameras from the switcher. The ATEM Mini Extreme supports up to nine layers, with four upstream and two downstream keyers, up to four chroma keyers, up to four linear keyers, two DVE with borders and drop shadow, five pattern generators, and two color generators. Designed for live streaming or webcam production, the Mini Extreme has HDMI outputs to feed monitors and supports up to 16-screen multiview.

Stream Live

Live stream to YouTube, Facebook Live, Skype, Twitch, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and other platforms that support RTMP protocols.

Control Interface

The front panel includes easy-to-use buttons for Selecting sources, video effects, and transitions. The source buttons are large, allowing you to operate them by feel. Included on the ATEM Extreme are buttons for audio mixing, recording, and streaming control, as well as output Selection buttons that let you change the video output between cameras, program, and multiview. On the rear panel, there are HDMI connections for cameras or computers, extra microphone inputs, USB for webcam out, plus an HDMI "AUX" output for program video.

Output

You can output using the Ethernet connection to your network or use the USB Type-C output to have your switched show recognized as a webcam input by virtually any video software such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Skype, Open Broadcaster, XSplit Broadcaster, and others.

4G and 5G Phone Support

If you're doing live production on location, the ATEM Mini Extreme models support connecting an Apple or Android phone to the USB port to use mobile data. It's also a great backup for the main Ethernet connection, so you don't drop your stream if your hardwired connection gets interrupted. The switcher will automatically switch to using the phone as the primary connection, and the USB port will also power your phone, so the battery won't drain.

Multiview Monitoring

You can configure the HDMI output for multiview with 4, 7, 10, 13, up to 16 views including Program, Preview, eight HDMI inputs, SuperSource, clean feed, media player, streaming status, recording status, and audio meters.

Camera Control

The ATEM Mini Extreme can control the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and 6K models when they are updated to the latest software and plugged in via the HDMI inputs. You can control your HDMI camera settings such as iris, gain, focus, detail, and zoom control on compatible lenses. Plus, you can color balance cameras, as well as create unique looks using the DaVinci Resolve primary color corrector built into the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and 6K.

Media Pool

The switcher can store up to 20 images with fill and key, and it supports PNG, TGA, BMP, GIF, JPEG, and TIFF file formats.

Compatibility

It includes the ATEM Software Control Panel, and it is also compatible with the ATEM 1 M/E, ATEM 2 M/E, and ATEM 4 M/E Advanced Panels. The ATEM Mini Extreme can be configured using Blackmagic's Videohub Hardware Panel Setup utility to route sources to destinations using Videohub Smart Control Pro and Videohub Master Control Pro.

Recording

The ATEM Mini Extreme models support the direct recording of your streaming data to USB flash disks using the same H.264 video files with AAC audio that you streamed. Recording to multiple disks is also supported via a USB hub or the Blackmagic MultiDock, so when a disk becomes full, recording can continue to a second disk for nonstop recording. Record settings and disk Selection are set up in ATEM Software Control, and there's a record status view in the built-in multiview. You can even trigger recording on connected Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Cameras.

Video Effects

One of the benefits of ATEM Mini is the professional production values possible using the Range of built-in video effects. The cut button ensures an instant cut when switching between sources. The auto button is a professional term used on large broadcast switchers to enable video effect transitions. There are duration buttons for video effects allowing 0.5-, 1-, 1.5-, and 2-second settings. You can also Select the type of effect you want including mix, which does a smooth transition between sources, and dip, which fades via a color during the transition. Or use fun DVE effects that move the image off-screen when transitioning between sources.

Audio

with two independent 3.5mm stereo audio inputs, you can connect desktop and lapel microphones, or you can connect a music player to generate introduction music after the live stream commences but before the program starts. with two extra stereo audio inputs, you can ensure a host and guest both have lapel microphones when doing interviews. All audio inputs to the ATEM Mini include buttons on the panel for adjusting audio level and enabling inputs into the audio mixer. All models feature a Fairlight audio mixer with all HDMI inputs, and both microphone inputs are connected to the audio mixer, so you can live mix from all audio sources. The ATEM Mini Extreme also adds a headphone output.

Broadcast Features

Hiding in the ATEM Mini Extreme models are a host of broadcast-caliber features that are accessible when connected to a Mac or Windows computer running the free ATEM Software Control app.