Posted by Tej on Nov 3, 2010 in Featured, Films
Since the debut of the Apple iPhone 4 with its ability to captue 720p 24F footage, film makers have started shooting with it. There have been some excellent short films shot on the iPhone 4 that have peeked my interest. I shot some initial footage, in daylight conditions. I was very impressed by the images, and even more impressive is the ability to compress the video on the phone and email out. This could be used in various situations, including location scouting....
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Posted by Tej on Oct 5, 2010 in Featured, Films
Recently I acquired an interval time for my Canon 7D, and began taking time-lapse of various locations across the GTA. Being that I have shot timelapse before on 35mm film, I was again addicted to this format. The interval timer I picked up was one not the Canon, but a Chinese knock off. These Chinese ones can be bought for as little as 25 bucks compared to the Canon at nearly $400 Canadian. Not really sure why Canon’s is priced so high, it could be the build...
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Posted by Tej on Jul 15, 2010 in Featured, Films
A few weeks ago the Canadian Cinema Editors (C.C.E.) held another one of their film screenings. The film screened was District 9, followed by a question and answer period with Oscar Nominated Editor Julian Clarke C.C.E. Following the Q+A, the C.C.E. provided drinks and a venue to discuss film editing with other industry professionals. Some of the professionals included were editors from Flashpoint, and Lost Girl to name a few.The evening was full of great humor, stories,...
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Posted by Tej on Jun 17, 2010 in Events, Featured, Films
Pro Fusion Expo is upon us this week, with has special guest speakers, and workshops. One of the guest is none other than film guru and DSLR film making pioneer Philip Bloom. Before Philip’s arrival, he had asked me to put together a meet up of local film makers, despite his hectiate schedule. The event was held last night at Casey’s, where we all able to share stories on film making workflow’s and various gear. Not only was Philip gracious enough to...
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Posted by Tej on Apr 24, 2010 in Featured, Films
Well I had just got a new Canon EF 50mm f1.8 II for my Canon 7D. I wanted to test out its abilities and limitations. Therefore a night on the town was the only way. The film was shot handheld and the only support was my Spider Brace. The quality of lens was unimpressive and the focus ring was difficult to use. However the speed of lens was fantastic. I was amazed at how well the lens performed in low light situations. I will most likey get my hands on the Canon 50mm EF...
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Posted by Tej on Mar 16, 2010 in Featured, Films
This new film “Vice” was shot in order to push the limits of the Canon 7D, and the abilities of the with 17-40mm L glass f/4. in low light situations. This film was shot in the early evening hours into the night. Being that the lens is only an f/4, it really helped to push the limits of what the Canon 7D can really do. Be sure to check it out below. Gear used: Canon 7D Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM Stabilized by SpiderBrace Vice from Tej Babra on Vimeo. Watch...
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I am a film maker and editor working with broadcast giants like Bell Globemedia, CTV, Rogers, MTV, and Much Music, as well as a variety of film production companies. I also have a widely known industry blog, called Tej’s Tech Blog written for the Art of the Guillotine. I am also a proud associate member of the Canadian Cinema Editors.
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