Canon’s XF305/300 are go for the BBC

Posted: January 11, 2011 in Cameras, media
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As per the IOV Website

Broadcaster adds Canon’s XF305 and XF300 to list of camcorders approved for both internal and external HD production
Canon confirms that its XF305 and XF300 Full HD camcorders have now been added to the BBC list of approved HD cameras, allowing them to be used to produce an entire HD programme for broadcast on the corporation’s HD channels.

Both camcorders were initially approved in June 2010 for use by independent productions, but have now also been accepted for internal BBC production use. Following recent testing, the broadcaster has opted to buy XF305 camcorders, the first of which were delivered in December 2010.
Kieran Magee, Director of Professional Marketing at Canon Europe Ltd, added: “The XF300-series was specifically designed to offer exceptional image quality and seamless workflow compatibility for all sorts of professional uses. Canon worked with many broadcasters during development of these camcorders, and the adoption of these cameras by the BBC reflects our commitment to imaging excellence and meeting our customers’ needs.”

About the XF305 and XF300
XF305 and XF305 were launched in April 2010 at the NAB show in Las Vegas. They are the first hand-held, file-based video cameras to use a new MPEG-2 Full HD (4:2:2) recording codec, with data transfer rates of up to 50Mbps.
These two revolutionary cameras also offer a unique Canon L-series HD Video Lens, highly advanced DIGIC DV III processing and an ergonomic design that delivers advanced mobility and versatility. The featured 1/3-type Canon 3CMOS sensor system offers exceptional colour accuracy, wide-dynamic range and low noise.

Recording to CompactFlash Memory card, these models offer a huge range of features including slow and fast motion, and extensive image and operational customisation options.

The full list for all approved HD cameras and settings from the BBC can be found at:http://www.bbc.co.uk/commissioning/production/hd.shtml

Contact
More information about XF305 and XF300 can be found at:
http://www.canon.co.uk/For_Home/Product_Finder/Camcorders/professional/index.aspx

 

Filming for Scumbag Millionaire Continues

Posted: January 8, 2011 in Cameras, Editing, Film, media
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Filming continued today on the short film ‘Scumbag Millionaire’. Actors Francis Ryan (Danny), Jason Kenny (Tommy), Darren Maher (Mick) and John Caplis (Bob) were on location for a difficult early morning start. As you can see in the pictures several locations in the Pery Square area of Limerick were used. Due to the snowy weather the night before extra care was needed to ensure that both the chase scene and fight scene went ahead without injury to any cast and crew. Well done to all involved and thanks for putting up with the cold, early morning start.

Also a special thanks to Jason and Francis for hauling the boxes, mats and tyres for the fight stunt.

Camera Op / Director – Simon McGuire

Sound Op / Camera Assist – Mark Griffin.

Produced by Applebox Media Ltd.

2nd LIT Film Festival gets a mention in Limerick Post

Posted: January 5, 2011 in Cameras, Editing, Film, media
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As Printed on Limerick Post 8th January 2011

Workshop Ideas for the LIT FILM FESTIVAL

Posted: January 4, 2011 in Cameras, Editing, Film, media
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LIT Film Festival Logo

Hello all,

Well 2010 has drawn to a close and we are busy in preparing the 2nd Annual LIT Film Festival for you. Similar to last year we will be having the awards night which will be streamed live on a dedicated website. We are also in the middle of organizing the exhibition. As part of the 1st festival back in April we had a workshop on the Sony NXCAM format and camera. For 2011, we are preparing some great workshops for everyone but we would like your opinions too.

If there is a topic or subject you would like to see discussed by an industry expert then let us know on the email address below.

We will use the feedback to book workshops according to demand.

More on this soon.
Simon.

simon.mcguire@lit.ie

Happy New Year 2011

Posted: January 1, 2011 in Cameras, Editing, Film, media
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Hi all,

2010 has been an interesting 2nd year for Applebox Media Ltd. With the launch of our flagship programme ‘apple bites’ and the continued work with our corporate customers we have push ourselves to bring a new professional service to the Mid-west of Ireland.

While ‘Apple bites’ is on a short break at the moment, rest assured that it will make a return in the coming months with new features on news and events in the midwest.

To give you a flavour of our work during 2010 click HERE for a link to our ‘Year In Review 2010’

Looking forward to working with you hopefully in 2011.

All the best,

Applebox Media Team.

RTE’s ‘Health of The Nation’ Visits Limerick

Posted: December 29, 2010 in media
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As posted on the Limerick Co-ordination Website.

The popular RTÉ TV health show ‘Health of the Nation’ presented by Dr Mark Hamiltonand Dr Nina Byrnes is back in Limerick and are looking for people to film!

Would you like a FREE doctor’s consultation?

‘Health of the Nation’ are searching for people who are concerned about their health and would like to attend the clinics in Limerick in January 2011. They are interested in all health concerns and medical complaints.

These might include: heart conditions, obesity, diabetes, eating disorders, child concentration levels, fertility, stress, low energy levels, depression, tiredness, skin complaints, cosmetic damage, allergies, alcohol, autism, alopecia, arthritis, asthma, osteoporosis, hypertension/stroke, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease – chronic bronchitis or emphysema, obsessive compulsive disorders, etc.

‘Health of the Nation’ want to hear about all medical complaints.

Please contact Nicola R as soon as possible on:  0044 (0)4890 427 646  ornicolar@waddellmedia.com

 

Scumbag Millionaire

Posted: December 16, 2010 in Cameras, Editing, Film, media
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Scumbag Millionaire

Francis Ryan (Danny) & Sean Flynn (Will)

Hi all,

Well its been a while since I posted anything about ‘Scumbag Millioniare’ so i said I would update you.

The shoot is still in progress, (Slowly) and we are gathering props and new locations for the next few scenes to be shot. These will commence very early in the new year.

However to wet your appetite here is a teaser trailer to give you an idea of the style and look of the film.

Scumbag Millionaire Teaser Trailer

More soon.

NI’s Biggest Curve Studio Unveiled

Posted: December 13, 2010 in Cameras, Film, media
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As per IFTN website

UTV Facilities has launched a new curve studio, the largest of its type in Northern Ireland. The new space provides the ability to record a 180 degree viewing angle with the capability to add in any backdrop in post production.
The state of the art facility is 4 metres high with a 7.3m by 6.1m cyclorama whilst the backdrop and the floor of the studio comprises 44.86 sq m of active filming space. The studio can furthmore be adapted from green to any chroma key colour including blue and white. Managing Director of UTV Television, Michael Wilson spoke about the new facility, saying: “This new Green Screen facility at UTV is fantastic news for the creative industry in Northern Ireland. UTV has invested significantly to bring this technology to Belfast and we are looking forward to working with the media and creative industries to experiment with the studio to see just how far we can push its creative boundaries.”

The studio is equipped with full connectivity to an outside broadcast unit or high definition Kachuna 64 input mixer and has direct access to the props department and double door loading bay area. For more information about the studio, which is available to hire, visit www.utvfacilities.com

Www.IFTN.ie

Christmas Shopping

Posted: December 4, 2010 in Cameras, Editing, media
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This is the time of year that all Camera Ops and Editors look forward to… the possibility that they may get a bargain on accessories and equipment. A lot of Irish suppliers tend to do great deals at this time of year as well as in the January Sales.

Here are some of the websites that I currently shop with. These you may know but its always worth checking them out weekly for deals.

D&P Products   http://www.camerakit.ie/

Tyrell     http://www.tyrell.ie/

Eurotek   http://www.eurotek.ie/

Pixmania  http://www.pixmania.ie

Creative Video   http://www.creativevideo.co.uk/public/index.php

Hague camera Supports  http://www.b-hague.co.uk/camera%20supports%20systems.htm

 

Happy Shopping

Finally from myself and the Company……….

Happy Christmas

Simon.

Lightworks for FREE

Posted: December 1, 2010 in Editing, Film, media
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Hi All

Here is an early christmas present. Free yes I said FREE!!!!! Lightworks software!

Check out the following

http://www.editshare.com/email/lightworks-nov10-online.html

For those who are not in the know… lightworks has been around since the dawn of Digital NLEs in the early 1990s along side Avid.

Heres hoping for more of the same from this great company.

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