EXPERIENCE THE NEXT EVOLUTION OF CINEMA CAMERAS
We hosted a FREE, exclusive live demonstration showcasing the groundbreaking Blackmagic URSA Cine 12K LF. This in-depth session was led by trailblazing Director of Photography Shane Hurlbut, ASC, along with Cinematography Product Specialist Tor Johansen, Senior Colorist Dave Cole, and the Filmmakers Academy team.
Missed the live event? You can now re-watch the full session for free.
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“The URSA Cine 12K LF is a 'holy smokes!' moment. The sensor technology is a complete reinvention, and the price is unbelievable. This is the kind of disruptive innovation that changes everything – it's the biggest leap forward I've seen since the DSLR revolution.”
Shane Hurlbut, ASC, AMPAS
Cinematographer & Co-Founder of Filmmakers Academy
THE ULTIMATE CAMERA TEST & LIVE EVENT
Get ready for an unparalleled look at this camera system! Filmmakers Academy, in partnership with Blackmagic Design, is thrilled to present a live, interactive demonstration of the revolutionary Blackmagic URSA Cine 12K LF. This isn't just a product demo; it's a deep dive into a Hollywood cinematographer’s testing process, led by industry icon Shane Hurlbut, ASC (Terminator Salvation, Música, The Perfect Couple).
EVENT INSTRUCTORS
Industry experts guide you step-by-step through what their seeing with Blackmagic Design's latest flagship digital cinematography system.
Shane Hurlbut, ASC
Local 600 Cinematographer
David Cole
Senior Colorist
Tor Johansen
Cinematography Product Specialist
ON THE AGENDA
This long-form educational presentation will dive deep into the URSA Cine 12K LF’s power and versatility, as Shane Hurlbut, ASC, Dave Cole, and Tor Johansen share exclusive insights from their recent hands-on testing. This extraordinary event is made possible thanks to the generous support of Blackmagic Design, along with our incredible sponsors—Kondor Blue, Nanlux/Nanlite, Keslow Camera, MBS Equipment Co., Hollyland, INOVATIV, Sony Cine, Tiffen Filters, BLUESHAPE, and Flanders Scientific—whose unwavering commitment helps elevate Filmmakers Academy and empower filmmakers worldwide.
Camera Overview & Setup: System responsiveness, build quality, sensor calibration, and a comparison with the URSA Mini Pro 12K.
Recording Capabilities & Image Testing: Supported codecs, RAW formats, compression tests, resolution comparisons, and rolling shutter performance.
Cinematography & Exposure Tests: Skin tone evaluations, under/overexposure tests, HDR capabilities, and in-depth color science analysis.
User Experience & Ergonomics: Viewfinder and monitoring options, remote camera control, internal ND filters, and lens mount options.
Performance & Sensor Innovation: High frame rate capabilities, the groundbreaking RGBW sensor technology, and in-camera downscaling.
Industry Impact & Key Takeaways: Discover how the URSA Cine 12K LF is setting a new standard for digital cinematography.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who do I contact if I have a question?
Please contact Customer Service by sending an email to customercare@hurlbutvisuals.com.
Can I watch videos and interact with the community on my smartphone and tablet without the app?
Yes, you can access the Filmmakers Academy platform via your preferred browser.
However, for the best experience, we encourage users to download and use the Filmmakers Academy app.
What filmmaking disciplines does Filmmakers Academy offer?
Filmmakers Academy offers an impressive range of disciplines: Cinematography, Directing, Lighting, Grip and Electric, Color Correction, Post-Production, and more!
What is Filmmakers Academy?
Filmmakers Academy is a versatile, premium online filmmaking platform that unlocks a whole new realm of educational possibilities for creatives. We teach you what you don’t learn in film school and blend that with on-set Hollywood training into one unique educational experience for both professionals and aspiring visual creatives.
What is included in a Filmmakers Academy membership?
Filmmakers Academy offers three membership tiers: Annual All Access, Monthly All Access, and Basic Subscription.
Annual and Monthly All Access enjoy unlimited access to all of our regularly updated courses, and lessons, access to downloadable resources, and our Career Paths feature that includes Cinematography, Directing, Lighting, G&E, Camera Assisting, Post-Production, and Producing!
Both memberships include nearly the same features and content and only differ with access to premium masterclasses. Due to the cost of production, premium masterclasses are reserved exclusively for Annual members.
Basic subscribers have access to the community and a limited curated list of educational content with one revolving lesson that is updated weekly.
