Ed Lister: Self-starter
February 12th, 2023
Ed Lister decided it was high time he upgraded his kit, although he wasn’t sure what would make the cut
Mo-Sys scores at the World Cup
February 7th, 2023
Mo-Sys successfully delivered a major LED virtual production studio for Plazamedia, ahead of its prestigious Fifa World Cup broadcast
Cinematic broadcasting
February 4th, 2022
Discover the gear that meets the demand for broadcast cameras that offer a crossover with the world of cinema
Official figures from the BFI reveal the...
January 30th, 2020
The BFI has revealed that international investment in film and television in 2019 generated a huge uplift for the UK economy with £3.07 billion.
Take 2: The Lion King
March 14th, 2025
Disney’s animated allegory stands out above the pack. We look back on how it was made, from musical numbers to simulated movement
Going old school: In-camera optical effe...
February 26th, 2025
In a post-heavy industry, do in-camera optical effects still matter? Phil Rhodes argues that they do – now more than ever
VFX breakdown – Mufasa
February 24th, 2025
Production VFX supervisor Adam Valdez on crafting the Pride Lands for Mufasa
Taking stock – Shooting on film
February 23rd, 2025
We might be deep into the digital cine age, but top cinematographers can’t seem to resist good old-fashioned celluloid. We dig into the enduring...
What happens in Vegas: NAB 2025 preview
March 26th, 2025
Definition brings you a sneak peek of what’s in store for NAB Show Las Vegas 2025, highlighting the top tech and talks to tune...
Registration is now open for MPTS 2025
February 22nd, 2025
MPTS has opened registration for its upcoming show featuring an expanded programme of content
ISE 2025's success in Barcelona
February 19th, 2025
ISE 2025 showcases cutting-edge AV innovation, AI insights from keynote speaker Brian Solis, and unparalleled networking opportunities
BSC Expo 2025: London calling
February 13th, 2025
BSC Expo is back for another exciting year, promising a hoard of product releases and high-impact events. We set the stage for what to...
CVP: Full steam ahead
February 18th, 2025
At 26 years old, Christophe Carcelle knows his limits, yet his CV is quickly filling with a host of impressive projects. We speak to...
Lux Aeterna: Out of this world
February 17th, 2025
We discover how Lux Aeterna delivered stellar visuals for BBC Studios’ Solar System
Samsung: Stream if you want to go faster...
February 14th, 2025
Nine-camera coverage of a sporting event proved the Samsung Portable SSD T7 Shield is a fast mover
Blackmagic Design releases URSA Cine 12K...
February 7th, 2025
For filmmakers who already have all the kit, the URSA Cine 12K LF Body presents a cost-effective alternative
Scan: Education in effects
March 27th, 2025
Read about how SCAN’s 3XS Systems division developed a new VP workflow for Final Pixel and are backing the next gen of filmmakers
A diesel-free future in the Accelerator ...
March 19th, 2025
Named the world’s first Accelerator City by the UN, Liverpool is setting the gold standard in sustainable production practices
The exchange: Navigating XR
March 5th, 2025
XR is a term being bandied about a lot at the moment, but what exactly is it and what might its potential be in...
Industry Briefings: February 2025
February 15th, 2025
Explore the latest industry updates for the world of film and TV for February 2025
What happens in Vegas: NAB 2025 preview
March 26th, 2025
Definition brings you a sneak peek of what’s in store for NAB Show Las Vegas 2025, highlighting the top tech and talks to tune...
Snow White: A fairytale reborn
March 25th, 2025
Snow White DOP Mandy Walker, AM, ASC, ACS sits down to discuss the process of going from animation to live action – and the...
Interview with Fiona Walkinshaw on the V...
March 18th, 2025
Framestore’s CEO of film & episodic delves into the impact of enhanced tax credits, the rise of AI and the need to fill the...
AR and LED graphics in Strictly Come Dan...
March 17th, 2025
For 22 years, reality ballroom show Strictly Come Dancing has dominated the BBC’s Saturday evening slot. Its latest series was all the more magical...
Interview with Fiona Walkinshaw on the V...
March 18th, 2025
Framestore’s CEO of film & episodic delves into the impact of enhanced tax credits, the rise of AI and the need to fill the...
In short: Marion
March 7th, 2025
A work of fiction rooted in reality, Marion’s titular character is the only female bull jumper in France. The film’s directors share the process...
The exchange: Navigating XR
March 5th, 2025
XR is a term being bandied about a lot at the moment, but what exactly is it and what might its potential be in...
Interview – Ben Saffer
February 4th, 2025
Ben Saffer captures an intimate drama with the URSA Cine 12K LF and Cooke S8s
Introducing the Bun-G-Ring
February 11th, 2025
The launch of the Bun-G-Ring offers a fast, secure and universal alternative to taping filters
Win a £200 MPB Voucher!
December 3rd, 2024
This festive season, Definition and MPB are spreading the Christmas cheer by giving one lucky reader a £200 voucher to splurge on MPB’s incredible...
Cooke and Fujifilm Event: Large Format C...
October 1st, 2024
Join Cooke and Fujifilm on October 10 at the Cooke London Gallery to explore large format cinema solutions, featuring hands-on tests with Fujifilm cameras...
Godox Showcases Advanced Lighting Techno...
June 15th, 2024
Explore Godox's newest cinematic lighting solutions presented at Cine Gear LA 2024, with live demonstrations by industry professionals Travis Wears and Jameson Brooks
VFX breakdown – Mufasa
February 24th, 2025
Production VFX supervisor Adam Valdez on crafting the Pride Lands for Mufasa
Nara maximises efficiency
February 10th, 2025
The evolving media management platform, Nara, helps Light Iron improve its workflow
Grading Gladiator II
January 9th, 2025
Colourist Stephen Nakamura from Company 3 on his long history of collaboration with Ridley Scott and crafting the look of the new sequel
Drop dead gorgeous
September 26th, 2022
How VFX played a surprisingly large role in making the latest season of Only Murders in the Building an aesthetic tour de force
Snow White: A fairytale reborn
March 25th, 2025
Snow White DOP Mandy Walker, AM, ASC, ACS sits down to discuss the process of going from animation to live action – and the...
AR and LED graphics in Strictly Come Dan...
March 17th, 2025
For 22 years, reality ballroom show Strictly Come Dancing has dominated the BBC’s Saturday evening slot. Its latest series was all the more magical...
Squid Game Season 2: Chae Kyoung-sun on ...
March 10th, 2025
We sit down with Squid Game’s production designer Chae Kyoung-sun to discuss the colours, sets and references that define the latest season
Laid: Adding shock value to a darkly com...
February 28th, 2025
In Laid, the murder weapon is sex. DOP Judd Overton brings the shock value to this darkly comedic love story
Round Table: Aerial filming
March 3rd, 2025
A panel of high-flying aerial specialists gives us the view from the top
Round Table: What's Next for PTZs?
January 9th, 2025
As the role of pan-tilt-zoom cameras continues to expand in production workflows, experts consider the trends & tech ahead
Round Table: Broadcast Technology
October 30th, 2024
Experts weigh in on the cutting-edge trends in broadcast tech, revealing how they’re shaping storytelling and revolutionising the viewer experience
Round Table: Lenses
September 21st, 2024
Four experts zoom in on the future of optics, exploring recent key developments and predicting where lens technology might be headed
The Def Guide to: Batteries
January 25th, 2024
We hear from battery distributors on the latest trends, tech and tribulations in the world of charging solutions
The Def Guide to: Film Festival Success
September 15th, 2023
Kicking off a new regular feature, our round table of programming pros offer advice for applying to festivals with the best results
Setting the standard
January 16th, 2025
James Uren, technical director at Mo-Sys Engineering and chair of the SMPTE Tracking Committee, outlines OpenTrackIO, the new protocol for camera tracking in virtual...
Definition X The Flint: Film 2.0
July 16th, 2024
Prevailing wisdom might suggest digital is always more sustainable than physical – but digital capture brings its own environmental issues. The Flint’s Neal Romanek...
Thought Leadership: Scan
April 18th, 2024
Carl Noble, manager of Scan Pro Graphics, delves into bespoke solutions for virtual production
Thought Leadership: Pixotope
April 5th, 2024
Marcus B Brodersen, CEO at Pixotope, chronicles the impact of VP
Codex Production Suite 4.5 delivers one ...
April 19th, 2016
Codex is launching Codex Production Suite 4.5, their latest update for the the all-in-one software package that enables the colour grading, review...
Toolkit: February 2025
March 12th, 2025
All the latest gear and updates, from post-production highlights to camera accessories
Toolkit: August 2024
August 9th, 2024
From a pair of Aputure products to Canon’s radical EOS C400 and some truly EPIC lenses, we round up August’s best new gear
Toolkit: April 2024
April 16th, 2024
Our kitbag is full to the brim this month, with some explosive product launches and a couple of AI-powered solutions given special focus
Toolkit: Strada
April 12th, 2024
Michael Cioni gives Nicola Foley the lowdown on Strada, a new AI-enabled cloud platform for creatives
Shooting Sustainably in a Volume
October 29th, 2024
As well as opening up creative possibilities, virtual production offers a way to significantly reduce a shoot’s environmental impact
Sky's the Limit
July 21st, 2024
Adrian Pennington speaks to the experts, discovering how to create spectacular skyscapes using virtual production
Driving Scenes: Virtual Production
July 1st, 2024
Creating compelling driving shots used to be a headache – but virtual production has reinvented the wheel. Adrian Pennington speaks to the pros
CVP for Sustainability
June 27th, 2024
CVP’s technical consultant Callum Buckley and technical sales consultant Jason Grey study the environmental benefits of virtual production
