There Will be Hair: The Wolfpack (Review)
Alert: potential spoilers ahead. If you haven’t seen The Wolfpack I recommend you see it first, before reading this or any other review. The less…
Canon
Canon coverage on Stark Insider featuring camera reviews, filmmaking tips, and hands-on video tests. From EOS R5 and R6 mirrorless to Cinema EOS and legendary L-series lenses. Discover the best Canon camera for video, top RF lenses for filmmakers, and why Canon remains a favorite for hybrid shooters and content creators.
Top 5: Best Accessories for Shooting Video on DSLR and Mirrorless Cameras
Buying a DSLR (or mirrorless) camera is just the first step in your video journey. Part of the fun is kitting out, gradually adding an…
Blackmagic $teals NAB with URSA Mini cinema camera
Once again Blackmagic Design drummed up buzz aplenty at NAB in Vegas. This time with a new, compact Super 35 camera called the URSA Mini.…
DSLR Video Tip: The 15-second b-roll rule
Patience is key when filming b-roll. Allow yourself at least 15 seconds of record time for each shot. Doing so will make editing much easier.
Destination: Baja California Sur! Plus thoughts on Sony FS7 and Canon 70D
Next stop for Stark Insider is Baja California Sur. Some of my thoughts on the town of Loreto, shooting videos with the Canon EOS 70D,…
Beat’s So Lonely at Union Square
Before we saw a show Saturday night at A.C.T. in San Francisco we gave ourselves a video challenge: an 80's video music homage shot in…
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…
From Canon DSLR to Sony FS7 Super 35 – A New Era for Stark Insider Video?
Making the jump from a Canon DSLR to a Sony FS7 XDCAM Super 35 camera. The decision, budgeting, spousal drama. What on earth am I…
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?