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With Digital SLR cameras such as the Canon 5D Mark II and the Panasonic Lumix GH1 now able to shoot full HD video, we're using our expertise to making these cameras work for filmmakers. Our specialty shop features unique gear and equipment packages designed optimize the HD capabilities of these cameras.
 
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Panasonic Lumix GH1 HDSLR Camera Zeiss Compact Prime 7 Lens Set Canon 5D Mark II HDSLR Camera
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Zacuto DSLR Quick Draw Hot Rod PL Deluxe HDSLR Camera Rig Zoom H4N Audio Recorder
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The Birth of HDSLR: Video on a Still Camera

At Abel, we like to stay on the cutting edge of technology, and keep a close watch on the film industry. This usually means that we are working with the latest Digital Cinema, HD, and film cameras. So it came as a bit of a surprise to us when we started seeing HD video clips originated from digital still cameras. For many years now, still cameras have been shooting low-resolution video, but a few still cameras out there just recently started capturing full HD video. This is an exciting feature in the still imaging world for sure, but what does it mean to the professional HD market? more »
 
Unique Aspects of Zeiss Compact Primes

At NAB this year, a number of manufacturers announced new PL mount prime lenses. All of them cover the 35mm cine format and all are designed to work well with digital camera systems. The new Zeiss Compact Primes, however, offer something a little different. more »
HDSLR Audio Round Up

One thing is for sure, if you're shooting with the new crop of HDSLR cameras—Canon 5D Mark II, Canon 7D or the Panasonic Lumix GH1—you’ll need to put some serious thought into your audio workflow. While each of these cameras is capable of producing remarkable images with their large sensors and interchangeable lens systems, they are all pretty awful in the audio department. more »
 
 
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