Run-and-Gun Champ: Sony a7S or Sony FS7 Super 35?
Say your budget is $10,000. Do you buy a Sony a7S and build it out, or do you make a squeeze and buy it plus…
Canon DSLR Cameras
Canon DSLR coverage on Stark Insider featuring the legendary EF-mount camera lineup that defined a generation of filmmakers and photographers. From Canon 5D Mark series and 80D reviews to EOS 70D video performance, Magic Lantern hacks, and best Canon DSLR lenses for video. Exploring how Canon DSLRs sparked the DSLR video revolution and remain beloved by creators worldwide.
The best lens for shooting video with a Canon DSLR camera
Here's one of the best all-around lenses for shooting video on a Canon DSLR. Includes tips and sample videos.
Sony previews 5-axis image stabilization with a7 II (It’s awesome)
The a7 II will ship with 5-axis stabilization built-in. The result will be smoother, clearer shots. How will Canon and Nikon respond?
Best Canon Lenses for Video (Updated 2025) | Top 5 EF & RF Picks
Shooting video with a Canon DSLR or mirrorless camera? Here's top 5 lens choices. Plus sample footage.
Cinema Camera NAB: Panasonic GH4, Sony A7s, but where’s Canon?
The problem with the GH4 and A7s is that both are housed in DSLR-like bodies. They're compromises--again, shooting stills and video. Whereas something like the…
New Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 Art lens is a real sweetheart (Highly Recommended)
This Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 is a lens that can go toe-to-toe with the likes of Canon's famed L series lenses.
Sound is King (aka the first thing I learned at Loreto Film School)
3 essential pieces of gear that could up-level the audio quality on your DSLR videos.
Behind the Scenes of ‘Morado’ (Video)
In 2006 we bought a little plot of land at the Loreto Bay development. It's one of our favorite locations to shoot Stark Insider travel…
Short film “Morado” starring Loni Stark shot in Loreto, Baja (Video)
A chica. A church. And a scarf. Here's a sneak peek of my new short film "Morado" shot on location in Loreto, Baja California Sur.…
Stark Insider TV: ‘Sunset Walk’ Loreto Bay, Baja Sur
1st rule of Loreto Bay: You shall own, walk and love at least one dog.