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There Is Still Film In Films (we’ve got the film to prove it)

“Film matters because there is simply no higher resolution in any other format” Wally Pfister, ASC, BSC (Moneyball, The Dark Knight Rises) “Why Film Matters” http://bit.ly/s29PVe   Two motion pictures shot on film are racking up awards this year. “The Descendants” … Continue reading

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How To Survive A Hard Drive Apocalypse

Where have all the hard drives gone?  At Comtel Pro Media, drives have been disappearing from our shelves  in the past week.  The few available have jumped in price. There is no hard information as to when they will return.    … Continue reading

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Film Isn’t Dead…So Shoot It!

At Comtel Pro Media, The best image capture medium is now at its most affordable. While the demand for 35mm motion picture film has declined as digital formats gain popularity, the result is that prices for recans, long ends and … Continue reading

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XMR: The Slimmest Portable RAID Drive in the Market And Why You Need It

Speed and capacity are king when it comes to external hard drives.  As the mobile-connected market continues to expand, size [smaller the better] is rapidly taking over the reigns and becoming the standard requirement for most devices – including external hard … Continue reading

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For Sony it’s an Opening Night of Promise and Recovery

Century City, Calif. March 30, 2011 — Sony recently unveiled the opening of a new Sony Style concept store in Century City with a pre-opening celebration that served dual intentions – to introduce the latest in interactive technology, and to … Continue reading

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IN MEDIA INDUSTRY, HD STOCK SHORTAGES ARE REAL CONCERN

Pro Tape Dealer Weighs In: Manufacturers Can’t Produce Pro Tape Fast Enough, Paving The Way For Alternatives That Are Keeping Projects Alive In Tinseltown. Burbank, Calif., March 28, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – The television production and filmmaking community is suspicious and … Continue reading

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Japan Earthquake Affects Recordable Media Industry

It is difficult to fathom the scope of the devastation that took place in Japan last week without feeling a sense of hurt, disbelief, or grieving for the people of Japan; it is especially painful to accept when one is directly affected by the outcome of such … Continue reading

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It’s a Cold and Tough World…Stay Cozy America!

Indeed it‘s a cold and tough world out there! Freezing Rain, Snow Blizzards, and lots of slip and sliding this winter season. If you found yourself asking “how will I protect my fragile little orange one?” ask no more! We have Coats and protective … Continue reading

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Choosing the Right Hard Drive for Video Production

The use of external hard drives has exploded in every aspect of memory backup and archiving. In the audio/video production community, external hard drives serve dual purposes – data archiving, and editing. Here are some important things to know when considering which … Continue reading

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“Should I Go P2 or SxS?” 10 Things to Consider

You’re ready to start your next project, the meeting of the minds take place and then the production manager says “we’re going file based on this shoot – what do you recommend DP? SxS or P2?” They ask you this because Sony’s SxS … Continue reading

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