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Sony Unveils Four New Crystal LED Displays for Virtual Production Applications
Meet VERONA, the product name for Sony Electronics’ four new crystal LED displays purpose-built for virtual production applications. The displays are the result of several years of technological developments along with input from filmmakers. The VERONA displays deliver new levels of quality and efficiency to in-camera virtual effects (VFX) applications.
The technologies that were instrumental in the VERONA displays’ development were the new Deep Black and Anti-Reflection Surface technologies. In conjunction, they deliver deeper black-level expression while reducing contrast loss caused by light from adjacent LED panels and studio lighting equipment, helping reduce the time and cost during post-production. VERONA displays possess a high brightness of 1,500 cd/m2 and wide color gamut covering more than 97 percent of DCI-P3 to provide a sense of realism. High-performance LED drivers enable high refresh rates up to 7,680Hz to drastically reduce scanline artifacts on the camera.
Sony Electronics worked closely with industry leaders to make VERONA displays’ installation easy and seamless for production crews with a 1:1 cabinet design, easy-grip handles, locating pins, and a lever type locking mechanism that can be operated without tools. The displays are also adaptable to LED designs that are curved, hanging, and stacking while supporting the weight of multiple screens up to 23 feet high.
“As virtual production expands, Sony is uniquely positioned to provide an ecosystem of solutions – from our VENICE digital cinema cameras and Crystal LED displays – to the workflows, and expertise creatives require,” said Kevin O’Connor, Senior Director, Cinematic Production Solutions, Sony Electronics, in a press release. “The new purpose-built Crystal LED VERONA displays are a critical piece in creating virtual productions that frictionlessly marry the real and the virtual realms. Through the support of some of the most innovative filmmakers, we’ve developed a new high-quality technology that is poised to simplify and enhance virtual production through its ease of use and compatibility while enabling powerful new forms of expression.”
The new VERONA will make its debut at IBC in Amsterdam in the Sony booth, 13.A10 in Hall 13 from September 15-18, 2023. It is expected to become available in Spring 2024.
TECNO to Launch First Flip Phone, the PHANTOM V Flip 5G at Flagship Event
Technology brand TECNO announced today that it will launch its first-ever flip phone, the PHANTOM V Flip 5G, at the Flip in Style TECNO Flagship Product Launch 2023 in Singapore on September 22. The event will bring together luxury-level aesthetics and advanced technologies. The new smartphone will be launched together with the new TECNO MEGABOOK T1 2023 14inch laptop, launched earlier at IFA Berlin 2023.
The debut of the PHANTOM V Flip 5G is a testament to TECNO’s commitment to exploring new form factors and redefining the style and functionality of flip phones for audiences that desire style and forward-thinking technology in their devices. The new flip phone is also the latest innovation from TECNO to incorporate the “Go Premium” global business strategy, which focuses on building a product range integrating advanced technologies with stylish designs to deliver premium devices.
Kandao Introduces the QooCam3, a 360-Degree Action Camera
Kandao Technology has unveiled its newest 360-degree action camera, the QooCam3. Ideal for any adventure, the Kandao QooCam3 can capture a variety of angles with its dual fisheye lenses, all while producing stunning 5.7K 30FPS 360-degree videos and high-resolution 62MP panoramic photos. Possessing a wide F1.6 aperture and two 1/1.55-inch sensors, the QooCam 3 performs well in low-light conditions. The DNG8 mode with the RAW+ software enhances every detail by capturing eight files in one frame and merging all details into one, taking users’ content to the next level.
The QooCam3 is not just for capturing photos and recording videos, however. Equipped with 360-degree Ambisonic audio, the camera ensures spatial and immersive sound that complements visuals. Audio SuperSteady processing, regardless of how the camera rotates during shooting, makes certain that sound comes from the correct direction in the final product.
Other features include SuperSteady Stabilization2.0, 360-degree horizontal correction, an IP68 waterproof and dustproof rating, responsive touch control on a 1.9-inch LCD touchscreen, and a detachable 1600mAh long-lasting battery.
The QooCam3 by Kandao is available now for $349.00.
