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.

VFX breakdown – Our Oceans

February 5th, 2025

We explore how Moonraker VFX brought invisible forces to life in Netflix’s Barack Obama-narrated documentary Our Oceans

Seminal Cinematography

November 30th, 2024

Which TV shows & films boasted the best cinematography of 2024? The Definition team make the case for their favourites

In short: Going Greenland

October 30th, 2024

A story of grit and the reality of travelling sustainably, docu-short Going Greenland captures an ambitious skiing and sailing expedition in the icy Arctic...

Take 2: The Iron Giant

September 2nd, 2024

Katie Kasperson surveys the lore behind beloved animated classic The Iron Giant

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...

Next on Netflix: What’s coming in 2025

February 7th, 2025

Next on Netflix set the stage for an exciting 2025, with a lineup packed with new series, films and live events

ISE 2025: Redefining the Future of AV an...

November 26th, 2024

ISE 2025 showcases cutting-edge AV innovation, AI insights from keynote speaker Brian Solis, and unparalleled networking opportunities

Attend ISE 2025 for FREE!

November 6th, 2024

Experience the future of pro AV at ISE 2025 in Barcelona for FREE. Discover cutting-edge tech, keynotes, and immersive installations that shape tomorrow

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

VFX breakdown – Our Oceans

February 5th, 2025

We explore how Moonraker VFX brought invisible forces to life in Netflix’s Barack Obama-narrated documentary Our Oceans

Powering the Future

January 14th, 2025

Experts from Anton/Bauer & Hawk-Woods give the lowdown on the battery trends to look out for in 2025 and beyond 

Camera Robotics

January 10th, 2025

Phil Rhodes takes a look at how robotic and AI systems are revolutionising broadcast

Dimension Live advances real-time entert...

February 13th, 2025

Dimension has used its expertise in virtual production to launch a new division to assist with live entertainment

Inward investment propels UK film and TV...

February 12th, 2025

New statistics suggest inward investment contributed to a surge in UK film and high-end TV (HETV) production in 2024

Eastbrook Studios opens for production

February 3rd, 2025

A major force in British film and television, Eastbrook Studios welcomes a wave of new productions to its stages

What's in store for 2025?

January 23rd, 2025

Industry experts highlight the hot topics set to dominate the conversation in 2025

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...

Next on Netflix: What’s coming in 2025

February 7th, 2025

Next on Netflix set the stage for an exciting 2025, with a lineup packed with new series, films and live events

Interview – Ben Saffer

February 4th, 2025

Ben Saffer captures an intimate drama with the URSA Cine 12K LF and Cooke S8s

Bright ideas

February 4th, 2025

The quest for colour-perfect, user-friendly lighting continues – and 2025 might just deliver, says Phil Rhodes

Interview – Ben Saffer

February 4th, 2025

Ben Saffer captures an intimate drama with the URSA Cine 12K LF and Cooke S8s

Finally painting with light

January 22nd, 2025

The most recent advancements in lighting tech are not just new toys, but fundamental philosophies and perspectives on the craft

Tim Cragg Interview

January 13th, 2025

"The experience is equal to the creative craft for me”

In short: Rhoda

December 2nd, 2024

We chat with writer-director Alex Lawther about his recently released second short film, Rhoda. Following two flatmates and light on dialogue, the short has...

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

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

Sound of Metal: Aural pleasure

April 13th, 2021

Nicolas Becker and Carolina Santana discuss recording inside the human body and emulating deafness

Dune: Prophecy

February 3rd, 2025

An origin story of sorts, Dune: Prophecy aligns itself with the latest film adaptations of Frank Herbert’s 1965 novel. DOP Pierre Gill, CSC discusses...

Song and dance: Emilia Pérez

January 25th, 2025

Pierre-Marie Dru, executive music producer and music supervisor on Emilia Pérez, talks getting the Cannes Jury Prize-winning movie musical across the finish line

Gladiator II

January 9th, 2025

John Mathieson, BSC shares how he & Ridley Scott brought ancient Rome roaring back to life in Gladiator II with Trevor Hogg

The Brutalist

January 3rd, 2025

Nicola Foley sits down with DOP Lol Crawley, BSC to break down the monumental beauty of The Brutalist

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 

Round Table: Rental

September 11th, 2024

Expert insights on maximising relationships with rental companies, embracing industry trends and advancing sustainability initiatives

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: 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 

Toolkit: Sora

April 7th, 2024

Nicola Foley reports on the launch of OpenAI’s new text-to-video model, Sora

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