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PRODUCTS www.postmagazine.com 30 POST JULY/AUG 2024 BLACKMAGIC DESIGN RELEASES BLACKMAGIC CAMERA FOR ANDROID FREMONT, CA — Blackmagic Design (www.blackmagicdesign.com) has released Blackmagic Camera for Android, which adds digital film features and controls to Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel phones. Available for free from Google Play, Blackmagic Camera for Android is based on the same operat- ing system as Blackmagic Design's digital film cameras and gives Android content creators the same tools used by those creating feature films, televi- sion shows and documentaries. Users can adjust settings such as frame rate, shutter angle, white balance and ISO, all in a single tap. They can also record directly to Blackmagic Cloud in industry standard files up to 8K. Recording to Blackmagic Cloud Storage lets users collabo- rate on DaVinci Resolve projects with editors anywhere in the world. The heads-up display (HUD) shows sta- tus and record parameters, histogram, focus peaking, levels and frame guides. Auto focus is available by tapping the screen in the area users want to focus. Operators can shoot in 16:9 or vertical aspect ratios. They can also shoot 16:9 while holding the phone vertically. A built-in chat workspace allows Blackmagic Cloud project members to talk about shots and quickly share creative ideas, all without leaving the app. The media tab provides all the controls needed to browse or scrub clips for quick review, search and sort, and view the upload status of media. Users can also link to their DCIM folder and select clips to upload to the Blackmagic Cloud. The Blackmagic Camera app for iPhone was launched last year. CANON INTRODUCES TWO FULL-FRAME MIRRORLESS CAMERAS MELVILLE, NY — Canon USA, Inc. (www.usa.canon.com), introduced two new professional full-frame mirrorless cameras — the EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II. The EOS R1 is designed for both professional still photographers and video cre- ators, while the EOS R5 Mark II features improved video-focused features for advanced creators and a realtime multi-recognition tracking system for those who focus on still photography. The EOS R1 camera is the flagship model, designed for high-performance, reliability and weather-resistance. Key features include a back-illuminated, stacked 24.2 megapixel full-frame sensor and new processing system for ex- tremely-fast reading. Its video capabilities include the ability to shoot 4K, with 6K RAW video options. The EOS R5 Mark II is designed for professional who demands high-quality still and video output. Key features include a back-illuminated, stacked 45 megapixel full-frame sensor and new processing system for extremely-fast reading. When compared to previous EOS R camera models, the R5 Mark II has a more advanced and powerful AF system, including Eye Control AF and new subject tracking technologies. Cinema EOS video features include custom picture color profiles, including Canon Log 2; a false color waveform monitor; four-channel audio with 24-bit LPCM; and the ability to pre-record up to five seconds. Both cameras feature the new DIGIC Accelerator, which is an addition to the DIGIC X processor. The DIGIC Accelerator assists with deep learning processing, which helps to quickly an- alyze large volumes of data and supports the next-gen AF system, Dual Pixel Intelligent AF. Dual Pixel Intelligent AF is based on Accelerated Capture and deep learning, allowing end-users to experience tracking advancements, such as body, joint and head area estimation, and focus on people other than the main subject. The EOS R1 camera is expected to be available in the Fall for an estimated retail price of $6,299. The EOS R5 Mark II camera is expected to be available in August for an estimated retail price of $4,299 for the camera body only. The EOS R5 Mark II camera kit will include the RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM lens, and will have an estimated retail price of $5,399.