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Panasonic unveils several new cameras including a high-end broadcast model UCX100 (and corresponding hybrid optical interface CFA100), as well as a pair of 4K "box" cameras UB10 a UB50. These are based on the LUMIX G and LUMIX S models and differ in the bayonet (MFT in the UB10 and L-Mount in the UB50), sensor (10.3 MP 4/3 and 24.2 MP S35 respectively) and dynamic range in V-Log mode (13 and 24.2 MP respectively). they share the same size/design, broad support for IP standards (RTP/RTSP etc.), dual native sensor sensitivity technology, 3G-SDI, HDMI Type A, LAN, TC, Genlock and USB-C, H.264/H.265/HEVC MP4/MOV recording to SD cards, easy integration with Panasonic PTZ cameras, advanced AF detection with subject detection and more... Both cameras are expected to hit the market during the first quarter of 2025, with the studio model UCX100 going on sale in December this year.

From September 16 - October 6, 2024, get a lens included with the purchase of a LUMIX S5M2/S5M2X, S9, GH7 and G9M2 body or kit! For the S5M2/S5M2X, this is LUMIX S 85 mm f/1.8 (S85ME), for the S9 the LUMIX S 50 mm f/1.8 (S50ME) and for the GH7/G9M2 the Leica DG Summilux 9 mm f/1.7 Asph. (X09ME); all lenses in "bulk" packaging. The promotion is valid only during the specified time range or while manufacturer's stock lasts.

Update 11.11.15225 for EDIUS 11 brings a new "iPhone HLG" color space for HDR videos shot with Apple iPhone and optimizations for playback in Mync. Download here.

Blackmagic Design showcased at IBC new monitor for PYXIS and URSA Cine cameras. This versatile 5″ touchscreen HDR display offers full camera control and a high quality LCD panel with 1500^cd/m2 high brightness and 1920x1080 native resolution. A huge advantage is the data and power connectivity via a single USB-C cable; a removable sun visor or signal light are standard. The monitor will go on sale (separately or in two sets with mounting accessories) during the last quarter.

At this year's IBC, Atomos announced support for the NDI 6 standard (i.e., now with HDR/10-bit color), as well as a discount promotion for the Ninja Ultra and Shogun Ultra monitors/recorders. Compared to standard models, the Ultra variants offer, among other things, recording of up to 8K ProRes RAW material, simultaneous recording of ProRes RAW and H.265 proxy data, Wi-Fi 6E interface, optional NDI 4K TX Pro mode (NDI requires paid activation), and recording from ARRI, Canon, Sony and RED cameras over SDI (and Nikon Z9 over HDMI) with automatic file naming. Special monitor/recorder prices Atomos Ninja Ultra a Shogun Ultra are valid only from September 13 - October 31, 2024 or while stocks last.