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Ben Longden

Professional Camera Upgrades: One man's perspective.

Professional Camera Upgrades: One man's perspective.

Wed, Dec 09, 2009

However, talking to a few engineers highlights that news and current affairs will mostly be shot - still in SD, albeit in MPEG2 at up to 50Mpbs.

Shooting the Footy!

Shooting the Footy!

Wed, Jan 20, 2010

It’s nearly THAT time of year… footy season is just about here. Ben Longden gives us a quick insight into getting the best from your video camera.

Road Test RØDE Blimp

Road Test RØDE Blimp

Sat, Feb 20, 2010

Wind noise is one of Ben Longden's pet hates. See how he solved his problem by using a Rode Blimp and watching his diet.

Review: Sony HDRAX-2000

Review: Sony HDRAX-2000

Wed, Mar 17, 2010

Independent film makers, wedding snappers and wannabe newsos; stop what you are doing and have a read of this.

Video Review: BeBob Lux Led4

Video Review: BeBob Lux Led4

Sun, Aug 08, 2010

Ben Longden road tests the Bebob Lux Led4

Tutorial: Using a tripod

Tutorial: Using a tripod

Thu, Sep 09, 2010

The humble tripod is often forgotten. Our expert Ben Longden tells you why - and when - to use one.

Video Tutorial; The Basics of Filters

Video Tutorial; The Basics of Filters

Wed, Jan 05, 2011

Ever wanted to know the basics on filters and when to use them? Ben tells all!

You're at a major road crash. What next?

You're at a major road crash. What next?

Tue, Feb 01, 2011

Ben "Biggles" Longden gives us a one-on-one on how to be a top and professional TV News stringer.

Review:  Sony PMW-F3

Review: Sony PMW-F3

Wed, Jan 04, 2012

Are you wanting to get full 35mm capability and true High Definition at HALF the price of RED ONE? Check out the Sony PMW-F3 recommends Ben Longden