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CAMERA Lenses Uncategorized October 1, 2025October 7, 2025 by Jonathan Hall

DZO Arles “Luster” prime set

I’ll admit it: I didn’t take DZO Film optics seriously when they first arrived on the market. With their entry-level pricing, I assumed the optics, mechanics, and consistency would fall short of professional use — destined to fade out in a crowded lens market. I was wrong. When I first tested the original DZO Arles primes, …

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LIGHTS Production Uncategorized January 7, 2025January 10, 2025 by Jonathan Hall

Instagrid set battery systems

No matter if you’re working on a small indie film or a big Super Bowl spot, shooting in remote locations comes with challenges that every filmmaker can relate to. It always seems that the most visually stunning places are also the hardest to access—and this never fails to hold true. Thankfully, technology is stepping in …

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My name is Jonathan Hall, and I am a DOP who always seems to have questions about gear or settings that nobody has an answer for. To help people like me, I've decided to create this blog to share my findings and reviews on ideas and non-mainstream gear that pique my interest. Requests are welcome!

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