Welcome to Holdan's Quick Guides
Manufacturers constantly release new technology more advanced than the previous generation product. Eventually developers can boast a vast range of closely related products, with endless and impressive technical specs... no problem for technophiles, but bewildering for others.
So these guides are not designed with experts in mind. Rather, they are intended for example to assist:
- Producers unsure of the benefits of one recording format over another
- Camera operators looking for guidance on ingesting content into an edit system
- Technical assistants more familiar with SDI signals than RAID array configurations
We hope you find them useful.
AV and Computer Displays
Panasonic Professional Displays
The range of large format displays available today can be bewildering. Each range is optimized for particular uses and installations. Panasonic also designs models to suit different budgets.AV Distribution
HDBaseT Explained
Launched in 2010, HDBaseT is 10Gb/s technology that transmits and receives multimedia signals with no compression and zero delay. It also routes power, control and audio, all though a single, low cost cableCabling
Video Connections Overview
The challenges rarely change for cable manufacturers, regardless the signal type or user requirement: they all aim for an affordable, robust, light weight construction, long distance transmission, high data rat...Camcorders and Camera Heads
Panasonic P2 Comparision Guide
P2HD cameras boast better image quality, easier operation and lower energy consumption. Check the guide to compare models.
Blackmagic Design Camera Comparison
This handy guide will help decide which of Blackmagic Design's many cameras is right for you.
Workflow guide to the Blackmagic Design Cinema Camera
Guide to Post Production - Blackmagic Design Cinema Camera
P2 Tapeless Workflows
Panasonic's P2 has been widely adopted by broadcasters across the world. So how do you make the transition from tape to tapeless production?
AVCCAM and AVCHD Workflows
AVCHD has replaced HDV as the choice for cost-effective, high-quality digital production. Recording HD files to memory cards requires a new way of workingCamera Accessories
Guide to Matteboxes
With so many matteboxes on the market, it can be difficult to know where to begin...Capture and Playback Hardware
Blackmagic Designs Editing Hardware
Ingest and monitoring hardware for editors using Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premiere Pro and Apple Final Cut ProCharacter Generators
Guide to Datavideo CG Software
Titling in live environments cannot be left to Photoshop or Powerpoint. They are both ill-suited to last minute changes, serving up real-time information from external data sources or keeping within broadcast r...Computer Expansion Devices
Encoders
Streaming Terminology
Streaming protocols are notoriously complex and difficult to understand. This guide is designed to help you buy encoders and streaming services with confidence.Lenses, Filters and Adapters
SLR Magic Micro Four Thirds Lens Comparison
SLR Magic has a very large range of fast and affordable micro four thirds lenses. Quickly locate the lenses that best suit your shooting style with this product matrix.Lighting
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LEDGO LED TLCI Scores
Whether you are fitting out a web, TV or film studio, LEDGO lights have the build quality, control features and lighting quality to exceed your requirements.Memory Cards
Guide to Panasonic microP2
Panasonic pioneered mainstream tapeless production in 2004 with P2. microP2 delivers faster speeds, smaller media and lower costs along with industry-leading data security.Power Distribution
Guide to Power Distribution
Power distribution centres for rack equipment delivering XLR DC power for switchers, recorders, monitors, PPU, mobile studios and test equipmentProduction Switchers
Datavideo Switcher Comparison New
Datavideo's affordable range of switchers are legendary for their excellent ergonomics, ease of use and rich feature set.PTZ Remote Cameras
Lumens Camera Comparison New
This guide will help decide which Lumens camera is right for you
Panasonic IP Cameras
IP cameras have grown from serving the needs of security firms to becoming invaluable visual communication systems. They are now used everywhere, from market research and education sectors to legal and medical ...Storage
Sonnet RAID Technology
RAID storage systems are perfect digital media professionals: fast, dependable for use in the studio / location. But there's a bewildering choiceThunderbolt Devices
Sonnet Thunderbolt Expansion Systems New
Sonnet’s industry-leading Thunderbolt-to-PCIe card expansion systems have expanded and enhanced countless pro video and audio workflows onset, on-site, in the edit bay and in the studio.Video Monitors
SmallHD 13-inch to 17-inch Monitor Comparison
13-inch to 17-inch studio and location monitor matrix.
SmallHD 24-inch to 32-inch Monitor Comparison
24-inch to 32-inch studio and location monitor matrix.
SmallHD 7 Inch Monitor Comparison
Compare specs between the SmallHD 7 inch range.
SmallHD 5 Inch Monitor Comparison
5-inch on-camera product matrix.
Guide to Video Monitors
Why monitor? And how to select the most appropriate screen for production, post-production and studios.Video Recorders and Players
Guide to Camera Adapters
Most ageing camcorders can be re-vitalized and brought into the file-based world very easily. More than that, ENG cameras can be converted into studio cameras and remote heads at little cost
Guide to Video Recorders
The VTR is dead. Long live the data recorder. More than simply tape deck replacements: they can offer much more.Video Wall Processor
tvONE CORIOmaster Input and Output Modules New
CORIOmaster can easily be populated with input and output modules to match your source and display requirements
tvONE CORIOmaster Series Comparison New
Creative Versatile Video Processing - Multi window processing and creative video walls with 4K and streaming media.Wireless Video Senders
Teradek Bolt Range Comparison
Bolt is a premium wireless video solution for cinematographers, broadcasters, and independent content creators.
