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DJI’s new M

features six rotors and

a maximum payload

of 6kg, which allows it

to lift cinema cameras

like the Red Epic.

Lee Filters adds hard ND grads to range

Lee Filters has announced the release of a new range of medium-

and hard- neutral density (ND) graduated filters.

Previously only available as custom-made

ND filters for professional photographers, Lee’s

latest additions feature a ‘medium’ strength

transition that sits between the traditional ‘hard’

and ‘soft’ grades.

According to Lee, the new filters allow for more

exact control when balancing lighter and darker areas of

the frame and are suitable for use on the Seven5, 100mm and

SW150 systems.

Lee Filters says the new Very Hard grad (available for the 100mm &

SW150 systems) is perfect for seascapes that feature a completely f lat

horizon line, while the Medium Grad (available for the Seven5,

100mm and SW150 systems) is ideal for scenes in which

an element of the composition – a mountain or a

building, for example – protrudes into the sky.

Both ND grads are available in 0.3ND (

stop), 0.45ND (1½ stops), 0.6ND (2 stops),

0.75ND (2½ stops), 0.9ND (3 stops) and 1.2ND

(4 stops) strengths.

More info: http://www.leefilters.com

DJI announces micro four-thirds

Osmo Raw

Aerial imagery specialist, DJI, has announced its micro four-thirds Zenmuse

X5R camera – as fitted to the DJI Inspire 1 drone – will be available for the

Osmo handheld image-stabilisation system.

The new system, Osmo Raw, will see the X5R attach to the Osmo

handle via an adaptor and store video and still images on a removable

512GB solid-state drive.

The unit features three-axis stabilisation via gimbal motors, with pan and

tilt functions accessible by using the Osmo’s thumb stick or through the DJI

Go app operated on a mobile phone or tablet. Users can also control focus and

aperture inside the iOS or Android app or with an optional DJI Focus unit.

DJI says the X5R is the world’s smallest, lossless 4K camera optimised for

aerial imaging and has 12.8 stops of dynamic range, an ISO range from 100

to 25,600, and a still-image resolution of 16 megapixels.

The X5R also features interchangeable lens options, with video bitrates

averaging 1.7Gbps, with a maximum of 2.4Gbps. The X5R records

CinemaDNG files and offers a new D-LOG mode to provide more colour-

correction options in post.

Also available is the micro four-thirds X5 camera and gimbal, called the

Osmo Pro, which uses the same adaptor as the X5R. ❂

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Matrice 600 professional drone launched by DJI

DJI has introduced the Matrice 600 (M600)

drone for professional aerial photography,

filmmaking and industrial applications.

The M600 integrates the manufacturer’s new

A3 onboard f light controller and features advanced

Lightbridge 2 video-transmission technology that

offers high frame rates and HD live-streaming

capability at distances up to five kilometres.

The M600 features a six-rotor system with

a maximum payload of six kilograms, making

it suitable for the full range of DJI’s Zenmuse

gimbals, including the Z15 series and the

Zenmuse X series cameras.

The M600’s carrying weight also allows it to

f ly the Ronin MX, DJI’s newest handheld and

aerial three-axis gimbal.

The M600’s propulsion system is dustproof

to simplify maintenance and increase durability

and it has actively cooled motors for more

reliable f light, and retractable landing gear for

full 360-degree, unobstructed imaging.

The M600 is powered by six DJI intelligent

batteries and its customised battery

management system and power distribution

board allow all six batteries to be turned on and

off via one button and keep the system aloft,

should a single battery fail.

The M600 will f ly up to 36 minutes with

a Zenmuse X5 camera attached and up to

16 minutes with a larger camera, such as a

Red Epic. 

The M600 supports the DJI GO app, which

includes a live video feed, battery and redundancy

status, transmission strength and other data to

keep the user informed of f light status at all

times. The app also provides access to aperture,

shutter speed, photo and video capture on any

Zenmuse X-series camera, plus remote focus on

the Zenmuse X5 and X5R cameras.

The M600’s retail price, including

the integrated A3 f light controller with

Lightbridge 2 and a full set of batteries, is

US$4,599. Bundled with a Ronin MX it will

sell for US$5,999.

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