DJI Goes 360 and Insta360 Goes Drone! I BLAZAR Mantis Review – CineD Focus Check Ep75

This week’s episode brings some surprising news from a few major players in the camera world. Let’s dive right in.

First off: We unfortunately didn’t receive the information about the ALEXA 35 Xtreme in time for recording of this podcast. If you want to learn about ARRI’s new high-speed beast, check out our detailed article or tune in to next week’s episode where we will dive into all the capabilities of their new cameras, and what it means for this industry. 

But what we are covering this week: Insta360 is branching out into the drone market with a new release under its Antigravity brand, while DJI is doing the opposite—launching its very first 360° camera. Naturally, we dive into these big shifts and what they could mean for the future of both companies.

We also take a closer look at some of the latest reviews, including the BLAZAR Mantis and the lightning-fast new card reader from Angelbird. On top of that, Sony has quietly dropped a new camera that’s sparked some discussion—and of course, there are some fresh updates in our AI corner that you won’t want to miss.

So as always, hit that play button and enjoy your weekly dose of cine tech news and insights.

Chapters & Articles Mentioned in This Episode: 

(00:00) – Introduction

05:08 – Antigravity from Insta360 Takes Aim at DJI with Sub-249g 8K 360-Degree Drone

https://www.cined.com/antigravity-from-insta360-takes-aim-at-dji-with-sub-249g-8k-360-degree-drone/

(15:27) – DJI Osmo 360

https://www.cined.com/dji-osmo-360-released-8k50-square-sensors-4k120-single-lens-video-and-more

 (24:28) – Sony FX2 Camera and BLAZAR Mantis 1.33x 35mm Anamorphic Lens Goes Daruma Dolls

https://www.cined.com/sony-fx2-camera-and-blazar-mantis-1-33x-35mm-anamorphic-lens-goes-daruma-dolls/

(30:54) – Angelbird Performance Reader CFexpress B Review

(38:45) – Poll: What’s Your Preferred Camera Brand in 2025 – and Will You Switch?

https://www.cined.com/poll-whats-your-preferred-camera-brand-in-2025-and-will-you-switch/

(46:38) – Sony PXW-Z300 Announced – 1/2-Inch 4K 3-CMOS Camcorder with 17x Zoom, AI Features, and World-First Content Authentication

https://www.cined.com/sony-pxw-z300-announced-1-2-inch-4k-3-cmos-camcorder-with-17x-zoom-ai-features-and-world-first-content-authentication/

(52:49) – Atomos Ninja TX Monitor-Recorder Introduced – Built-in C2C Connection, Brighter Display and More

https://www.cined.com/atomos-ninja-tx-monitor-recorder-introduced-built-in-c2c-connection-brighter-display-and-more/

 (59:06) – Roll Cam: How to Insult Every Camera Operator on Earth with One Tripod Having a Midlife Crisis on Kickstarter

https://www.cined.com/roll-cam-how-to-insult-every-camera-operator-on-earth-with-one-tripod-having-a-midlife-crisis-on-kickstarter/

(01:03:11) – Runway Aleph: AI Edits Real Footage with Camera Angles, Object Removal, and Relighting

https://www.cined.com/runway-aleph-ai-edits-real-footage-with-camera-angles-object-removal-and-relighting/

(01:07:41) – Netflix Used AI to Generate VFX Footage for “First Time”

https://www.cined.com/netflix-used-ai-to-generate-vfx-footage-for-first-time/

(01:09:45) – Godox KNOWLED AM1600R Mat Light Introduced – Two Sizes, Inflatable, Full Color

https://www.cined.com/godox-knowled-am1600r-mat-light-introduced-two-sizes-inflatable-full-color/

(01:11:41) – ASUS ProArt PA27JCV 5K Display – A Closer Look

https://www.cined.com/asus-proart-pa27jcv-5k-display-a-closer-look/

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