The Best Filmmaking Deals of the Week (4.23.20)
Headlining our Deals of the Week, save $400 on a Sony a7R II full-frame mirrorless camera.
This week in filmmaking deals: We're seeing big discounts this time around, including a 43% and 50% price drop on the SmallHD 7.7-inch OLED Monitor and Vanguard VEO 2 AM-264TR Aluminum Monopod respectively. Also, you can save $350 on a 4-pack of Core SWX Hypercore 9 Mini V-Mount Batteries, as well as $400 on a Sony a7R II Alpha Digital Camera (Body Only). Lastly, Adorama is running a special on a Teradek Bolt 500 XT 3G-SDI/HDMI Wireless Transmitter and Receiver Set that will save you $249.
Core SWX 4 Pack Hypercore 9 Mini V-Mount Batteries
Ready for a new and very powerful battery solution for your cine camera? Then check out the Core SWX Hypercore 9 Mini V-Mount Batteries, which are not only some of the slimmest, most compact batteries on the market, but also support up to 12A draws and feature Hypercore's backlit runtime LCD. A set of 4 is on sale right now for $1899, down from $2249.
SmallHD 7.7-inch OLED Monitor
Need a good monitor? The SmallHD OLED Monitor features a 7.7" Gorilla Glass LCD screen, 1920 x 1080 HD resolution, SDI/HDMI I/O, HD waveform and scopes, 3D LUT support, and more. This monitor usually retails for $1299, but you can get it now for $739...that's a whopping $560 in savings.
Vanguard VEO 2 AM-264TR Aluminum Monopod
Given their compactness and usefulness, every filmmaker should have a monopod lying around. The Vanguard VEO 2 AM-264TR Aluminum Monopod is a budget-friendly option for those who need something strong and versatile without needing to break the bank. This 4-section unit features a 13.2lb. payload capacity, a max height of 64.6", foldable feet, advanced twist-leg locks, and standard 1/4" -20 threaded mount. Get it now for 50% off of its retail price of $100.
Sony a7R II Alpha Digital Camera (Body Only)
If you're in the market for a full-frame mirrorless camera (who isn't?) but aren't sure which shooter to go with, you might want to take a look at the Sony a7R II Alpha Digital Camera. It features a full-frame back-illuminated Exmore R 42.4MP CMOS sensor, 5-axis in-body IS, 4K at up to 30 fps (with up to ISO 102,400), S-Log gamma, and much more. It's on sale now for $1398, down from $1798.
Adorama Deal of the Week
When it comes to wireless video gear, Teradek is a powerhouse. Right now, Adorama is running a special deal that saves you $249 on the Teradek Bolt 500 XT 3G-SDI/HDMI Wireless Transmitter and Receiver Set, which features 3D LUTs, 5GHz spectrum analyzer, dual input (SDI/HDMI) and SDI loop out (on TX), HDMI and Dual 3G-SDI outputs (on RX), and more.