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DJI Air 2S - Best Drone for the Money?
Jessica Yochim Jessica Yochim

DJI Air 2S - Best Drone for the Money?

The introduction of the DJI Air 2S all-in-one camera drone is an interesting addition to the DJI line-up. With a large 1 inch 20MP sensor capable of capturing 5.4K 10-bit d-log video at 150Mbs, next-gen Occusync 3.0 transmission technology and an affordable price-point, novice and professional remote pilots alike can find a lot to love. For comparison, we looked at the Phantom 4 Pro V2 and the popular Mavic Pro 2 to see how this new drone stacked up.

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Fifine K678 USB Mic Review and Comparison
Jessica Yochim Jessica Yochim

Fifine K678 USB Mic Review and Comparison

Have we found the Best USB Mic under $100? That's what we are discussing today with the Fifine K678, a new cardioid condenser microphone that's taking aim at the Blue Yeti. At the time of this video, getting your hands on a good USB microphone for streaming, voiceover, or podcasting work is difficult as supply chains are strained and there is limited stock everywhere. The Blue Yeti is by far the most popular choice for USB condenser mics, so we are conducting a side-by-side comparison with the new Fifine K678. For good measure, we also compare these mics to some popular dynamic xlr microphones, the Rode PodMic and the Electro Voice RE320.

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Sony ZV1 - The Perfect Vlogging Camera?
Jessica Yochim Jessica Yochim

Sony ZV1 - The Perfect Vlogging Camera?

The Sony ZV-1 DSLR camera claims to be the best cameras for vlogging - but does it stack up against the competition?

The Sony ZV-1 is a point-to-shoot camera from Sony. The point-and-shoot format allows for easy mobile filming, such as clamping it on the passenger seat of a car or securing it to a gimbal for walking shots.

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Aputure 300d ii Review - An LED video light with power!
Jessica Yochim Jessica Yochim

Aputure 300d ii Review - An LED video light with power!

In 2020, Apurture released a brand new light called the “300X,” which is an update to the “300D mark ii.” The advantage of the “300X” is it's bi-color, however, gels can also help achieve most desired color temperatures.

Aputure products mix value, durability and helpful features with a price point that is approachable for the prosumer market. Essentially, the “300D mark ii” is a more powerful “120D mark ii.” The light is a little more than two times as bright as the “120D mark ii” and offers extra features.

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Konova KMS S2 - $179 Motorized Camera Slider for Motion Timelapse
Jessica Yochim Jessica Yochim

Konova KMS S2 - $179 Motorized Camera Slider for Motion Timelapse

One of the easiest ways to increase the production value of videos is by investing in stabilization tools. While tripods are great for stagnant shots, sliders are an easy, user-friendly option to add consistent, smooth movement. Sliders can range in price, from industry standard equipment to beginner quality tools for upstarts. Today’s video reviews the latter.

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