30

Sep 2024

Speed up postproduction of your PTZ Multicam Productions with Timecode!

Now, just to start. This is nothing new, and this technology has been around for a while now. I just thought it was best to introduce (or reintroduce) you to the options of multicamera synchronisation. I have had endless enquiries come through over the past 18 months from large corporate clients ...
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26

Sep 2024

Samyang Launches Remaster Slim AF Series with Holdan as exclusive Distributor in the UK and Ireland

Samyang, a global leader in high-performance camera lenses, is thrilled to announce the launch of its new Remaster Slim system, a groundbreaking addition to its award-winning lens collection for Sony E mount cameras. Designed to meet the evolving demands of modern content creators who want to tra...
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18

Sep 2024

Which Atomos on-camera monitor is the best fit for you?

Atomos is an industry leader in the video technology world. They produce innovative on-camera monitors and monitor-recorders to amplify video production from beginner to professional level. Let’s run through Atomos’ monitor range and their groundbreaking features in this handy buyer&r...
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04

Sep 2024

The Versatile Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 Lens: The Perfect Zoom Lens for Sony FE and L-Mount Systems

A Versatile Focal Range for Every Shooting Scenario The Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 lens is designed to be the ultimate all-purpose tool, offering a focal range that covers everything from wide-angle to telephoto. With five key focal lengths 35mm, 50mm, 85mm, 135mm, and 150mm, this lens gives you...
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20

Aug 2024

Why Hedbox Batteries Are the Best Choice for Professional Videographers and Photographers

Who are Hedbox? Hedbox is a brand known for its dedication to quality and innovation. Specialising in lithium-ion batteries, battery chargers, and power adapters, Hedbox caters to the needs of professional videographers and photographers. Their products are engineered to offer reliable performan...
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31

Jul 2024

Atomos Introduces New Shinobi II Monitor - Brighter, Thinner, and now with Camera Control

Atomos simultaneously announces and ships Shinobi II, a slim, lightweight, high brightness, 5-inch 1500nit HDR monitor that’s perfect for vloggers, creatives and photographers. It’s available now from Holdan.
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31

Jul 2024

Holdan partners with PGYTECH, Expanding their Portfolio with Premium Photography and Videography Accessories

We are excited to announce our latest partnership with PGYTECH, a renowned manufacturer of high-quality photography and videography accessories. This new collaboration will see Holdan distributing PGYTECH’s innovative range of products to professional photographers, videographers, and conte...
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13

Jun 2024

Streamlining Production: How Atomos Connect Brings Wireless Camera to Cloud Workflows to Life

Camera to Cloud (C2C) is improving the way production teams share footage with remote collaborators by offering a fast, easy and secure method to transfer media and collaborate in real-time. This technology creates a direct path from production to post-production, allowing media to be transferred...
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10

Jun 2024

The Samyang V-AF Compact Autofocus Lens Set is Complete! The release of the V-AF Anamorphic MF Adapter 1.7x and V-AF 20mm T1.9 Lens

Creating high-quality cinematic footage has never been easier, thanks to the new compact cine autofocus lenses from Samyang. Designed to enhance your filming experience, these lenses combine smooth and precise autofocus performance with a unified form factor optimised for gimbal and drone shootin...
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06

Jun 2024

Atomos Ninja Phone: Giving creators the power to monitor, connect, collaborate, and record on the world’s best display

Ninja Phone is a unique new device that works with the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max to combine the benefits of high-quality mirrorless or DSLR cameras with the flexibility of the world’s most advanced phone. Together this gives creators the ability to monitor HDR on the best display on the ...
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13

May 2024

Stream Smarter, Not Harder: Harnessing NDI Technology with the YoloLiv YoloBox Ultra

While "all in one" products typically have limitations, the YoloBox Ultra breaks this stereotype. This portable multi-camera encoder, switcher, monitor, recorder, and streamer is a versatile powerhouse that promises to transform your streaming experience. In this blog, we'll delve into the myriad...
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30

Apr 2024

Demystifying NDI: Understanding the Evolution and Differences of NDI, NDI|HX2, and NDI|HX3 in the World of Video over IP

In the evolving landscape of video over IP, NDI has emerged as a prominent technology, offering various compression options to cater to different production needs. NDI, developed by NewTek/Vizrt, has evolved through various iterations, with NDI|HX2 and NDI|HX3 representing more advanced compressi...
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11

Apr 2024

YoloLiv Instream Installed at the TikTok Korea Headquarters

With the growing popularity of vertical streaming in Asia, Europe and USA, there’s an increasing demand for creating professional yet simple live streams on platforms like TikTok and Instagram.Plthink, a YoloLiv authorized distributor in Korea, recently equipped TikTok’s Korea headquarter with th...
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03

Apr 2024

Atomos In the Clouds: Redefining Video Production Efficiency

Atomos Cloud Studio (ACS) is revolutionising video production by harnessing the capabilities of cloud computing. This innovative platform offers filmmakers, live streaming producers, video content creators and really anyone who likes to film unparalleled accessibility, scalability, and cost-effec...
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27

Mar 2024

NDI and IP-enabled workflows from Panasonic

In the dynamic world of video production, the integration of Panasonic's NDI and IP-enabled workflows marks a significant advancement, particularly with the use of Panasonic's NDI-enabled PTZ cameras, in conjunction with the AV-HSW10 Multiformat switcher. These tools not only streamline the produ...
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27

Mar 2024

Mastering Post-Production: DaVinci Resolve’s AI Innovations for Content Creators

DaVinci Resolve has always been an industry standard for post-production thanks to its impressive array of built-in tools and features covering all aspects of editing. DaVinci Resolve 18 is no different, the latest core iteration of the acclaimed editing suite that is reshaping industry norms, wi...
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08

Mar 2024

Is the Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-f2.8 the only lens you need?

We all chase practicality and ease of use in life, and this is no truer than when selecting your photography kit. The beauty of having one single lens that covers a range of key focal lengths at an affordable price doesn’t seem believable until you see the Samyang AF 35-150 F2-2.8 FE lens. ...
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06

Mar 2024

Calm in the Hustle and Bustle

It was autumn in the Big Apple. Filmmaker Florent Piovesan took a stroll through a busy concrete jungle with his new eye – the full frame cinema camera and Wise Advanced memory cards – to document the bustling city, slowly. From a vibrant park, magnificent skyscraper to a roaring subw...
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13

Feb 2024

Holdan announces exclusive distribution partnership with leading power solutions provider Hedbox

Hedbox manufactures and designs high-performance, lithium-Ion battery packs, chargers, and accessories for the professional photo and video market.
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20

Dec 2023

Take your professional creative office anywhere with SNS

The greatest works of art are often the result of dedicated collaboration, and modern digital creation is no different. SNS specialise in professional workflow solutions for editors, colourists, producers and digital creators, ensuring that all aspects of even the biggest projects are easy to acc...
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19

Dec 2023

Expanding the possibilities of your Mac with Sonnet

In the dynamic world of Mac computing, Sonnet Technologies stands as the unsung hero of expansion solutions, redefining the capabilities of your Mac with a blend of practical and functional products. While their Thunderbolt™ docks and PCIe expansion chassis have long been industry favourite...
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15

Dec 2023

Shogun in the Cloud: Capturing Cinematic Brilliance with Cloud-Powered Workflows

In the dynamic realm of filmmaking, technology continues to play a pivotal role in pushing creative boundaries. The recent release of the Atomos Shogun series, featuring the Shogun and Shogun Ultra, marks a significant leap forward for filmmakers seeking advanced monitor recorders. In this blog p...
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14

Dec 2023

Unveiling the LUMIX G9II: A Leap in Photographic Innovation

In the ever-evolving realm of digital photography, Panasonic continues to push boundaries with the introduction of the LUMIX G9II. Packed with cutting-edge features, this camera promises unparalleled realism, exceptional image quality, and a host of capabilities that cater to the diverse needs of...
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13

Dec 2023

Blackmagic cinema cameras and micro-studio cameras are revolutionising the way we capture content

Designed for live production and cinematic picture quality – these 3 new Blackmagic Design cameras are as functional as they are fashionable. The 6K and 4K cameras are exceptionally advanced and offer powerful broadcast connections as well as other advanced features that are propelling the ...
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12

Dec 2023

Roland's Decades of Innovation - Unveiling Cutting-Edge Audio and Video Technology for Single Operators

For over half a century, Roland has been at the forefront of digital music technology. Since 1972, they have shaped the landscape of modern music and introduced countless seminal products to the market.  Holdan are proud to supply Roland products to customers here in the UK and Ireland, off...
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07

Dec 2023

The NEW Samyang V-AF 100mm T2.3 FE: First Impressions

Samyang have now released an additional focal length to their V-AF line-up, the V-AF 100mm T2.3. This lens is identical to its siblings with its distinct light brown coloured front and slick design, I honestly haven't seen any other sophisticated lens design like this before. My first impressions...
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06

Dec 2023

Epiphan Pearl: The Ultimate Solution for Lecture Capture and Medical Streaming

Epiphan Pearl is a family of video production hardware that offers intuitive systems for live streaming, recording, and switching. Whether you need to capture lectures, medical procedures, or training sessions, Epiphan Pearl has a solution for you.
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27

Nov 2023

The Power of NDI: BirdDog Converters and the Need for 10G AV Networks in Professional Video Production

BirdDog NDI converters are devices that enable you to convert video and audio signals from HDMI or SDI sources to NDI streams, or vice versa, over IP networks. NDI stands for Network Device Interface, and it is a technology created by Vizrt (formerly NewTek) that allows low-latency, high-bandwidt...
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24

Nov 2023

Datavideo Plug & Play Bundle Systems

If you are looking for a complete video production solution that is easy to use, affordable and versatile, you might want to check out the new Datavideo Bundle systems. These are pre-configured packages that include everything you need to create professional live or recorded videos, such as camer...
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07

Nov 2023

Streaming in 4K: The Power of Roland VR-400UHD at Your Fingertips

In today's rapidly advancing technological landscape, the demand for high-quality content has surged, driven by the growing popularity of 4K resolution across various platforms. To address this trend, the Roland VR-400UHD emerges as a professional-grade AV mixer explicitly designed to meet the de...
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03

Nov 2023

Precision and Performance: Exploring Blackmagic's Editing Software and Hardware

In the ever-evolving world of post-production, Blackmagic Design has emerged as a pioneer, consistently pushing the boundaries of innovation. From cameras to software and specialised editing peripherals, the company offers a range of exceptional products tailored to meet the diverse needs of film...
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30

Oct 2023

It’s a third-party up in here: Why Samyang Third-Party Lenses Earn Your Trust

In the world of photography, the choice of lens is critical in capturing the perfect shot. While renowned camera manufacturers often offer a variety of lenses, third-party lens manufacturers like Samyang have been gaining popularity among both amateur and professional photographers. In this blog,...
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27

Oct 2023

Revolutionising NDI Control and Monitoring: Introducing Two New Software Products from BirdDog

In the realm of innovative technology solutions, BirdDog continues to push the boundaries with its cutting-edge products. Today, we're thrilled to introduce you to two exceptional creations from BirdDog that are set to redefine the way we control and monitor NDI® PTZ cameras. We explore the f...
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23

Oct 2023

Panasonic’s latest firmware brings onboard Auto-tracking to the UE40/UE50/UE80

In the ever-evolving world of camera technology, Panasonic has once again raised the bar with its latest firmware update, enhancing the capabilities of the AW-UE40,  AW-UE50 and AW-UE80 PTZ cameras. This cutting-edge update introduces a game-changing feature: onboard auto-tracking. With just...
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10

Oct 2023

Wise Advanced, Red Bull and a dash of dancing

Surrounded by music since childhood, Chris Hershman a Nikon Ambassador, has had a natural ability to understand the language of music. When he transitioned from life as a musician to a photographer, it was natural for him to start by shooting his musician friends and their live performances with ...
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11

Sep 2023

Introducing the Datavideo HS-1600T MKII: A Game-Changer in Live Production

In the world of live video production, having the right tools at your disposal can make all the difference. Whether you are producing live events, conferences, educational content, or corporate presentations, having a reliable and feature-rich switcher is essential. Enter the Datavideo HS-1600T M...
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07

Sep 2023

Epiphan Video, technology on the edge

With the recent updates made to the Epiphan brand, can you expect the same quality and service from their well-known products, such as the Pearl 2, Pearl Mini, Pearl Nano or Epiphan Connect? The answer is – yes! Let's look at some of the enhancements of the Epiphan range.
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05

Sep 2023

Atomos unveils new Ninja series

Atomos has announced the latest generation of their industry-leading ProRes monitor-recorder: Ninja and Ninja Ultra.Both the Ninja and Ninja Ultra offer significant upgrades over their predecessors, with improvements in recording capabilities, monitoring tools, and connectivity options. The Ninja...
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01

Aug 2023

SNS | Storage systems & workflow solutions for every professional

As creatives are utilising the use of the modern workflow mechanism, there is a demand for accessing and storing files, assets, and campaigns in a unified way. SNS (Studio Network Solutions) provides professionals with a powerful and easy-to-use storage system that promotes seamless working envir...
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24

Jul 2023

Densitron announces new partnership with Holdan Limited

Densitron, the global leader in display, touchscreen technology and specialized broadcast ODM, has announced details of a new distribution partnership with professional video and broadcast technology distributor Holdan Limited. The agreement will see the company serving as a distributor across th...
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