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Ross Redefines Midsize Production Switchers with Carbonite Ultra
With 240% more processing power than the original Carbonite. The remarkably affordable, the 24-input, 14-output Carbonite Ultra starts at only $10,900 USD. Carbonite Ultra is built on an entirely new 1RU hardware platform with 240% more processing power than the original Carbonite. Remarkably affordable, the 24-input, 14-output Carbonite Ultra rack starts at only $10,900 […]
Introducing Blackmagic RAW!
What is Blackmagic RAW Blackmagic RAW is a modern codec we designed as a replacement for both RAW and video codecs, because we wanted it to be very easy to use, very fast and much higher quality. We have a video that explains all about Blackmagic RAW if you would like to watch it. Faster […]
Sony VENICE CineAlta Full-Frame 35mm 6K Camera
Sony VENICE comes to Z Systems It’s specs at a glance are: 6K (6048 x 4032) Full Frame Sensor PL Mount, and an E-Mount (Lever Lock Type) 8 Step Mechanical ND Filters (ND 0.3 to ND 2.4) Operator Controls On Both Sides Of Camera Compatible With Existing Accessories, Including the […]
2018 Camera Comparison Chart – Courtesy of Tom Fletcher & Gary Adcock
This awesome reference is an annual favorite. It is compiled by Thomas Fletcher and Gary Adock with information gathered from numerous conversations with various cinematographers, rental houses, and manufacturers. Thanks for sharing it with us, Tom and Gary! Please report discrepancies to cameracomparisonchart@gmail.com. It is our sincere goal to have […]
Sony FS5 Workshop at Z Systems Was a Resounding Success!
The Sony PXW-FS5 and FS7m2 digital cinema cameras have been such great sellers. They both represent an incredible value and really blow away the competition when you compare pricing and features. Their only problem is that there isn’t much new with them. We wanted to do an event, but just […]
The Camera Trap: Think Twice Before Financing That Dream Setup
via newsshooter.com (click link to read article) : Anyone who knows me will tell you I’m a bit of a gear hound. I pretty much own a rental house of gear at this point so in what follows I might sound like a hypocrite. I assure you I’m not! Most of […]
What’s So Special About the Sony PVM-X550 Production Monitor? (Comparison, Details and FAQ)
Sony’s new PVM-X550 Monitor is one of the highest quality production-grade 4K OLED monitors on the market. It has the most accurate picture and color reproduction of any monitor (of this size) that we know of. It is also very expensive. Here is a breakdown of the monitors features that […]


