In July 2023, the GSCA Innovations Committee conducted a test to show the strengths of six higher-than-6K-resolution cameras to show filmmakers how each performs in challenging situations. Under the direction of GSCA Innovations Committee Co-Chair Michael Daut and with renowned cinematographer James Neihouse, ASC, serving as director of photography using a wide variety of cameras, lenses, shooting situations, and locations, this test will provide invaluable information to filmmakers as they decide which equipment to use for different types of shoots. This is a follow-up to the camera tests conducted in 2014 for the Bring Back Our Wide Shots (BBOWS) presentation, 2017 for the Saving Our Aspect Ratio (SOAR) presentation, and the 2018 8K Digital Camera Comparison. This test was organized by the GSCA Innovations Committee. Committee Co-Chairs Michael Daut, Michael Daut Productions; and Christian Fry, CVF Productions.  Access resource

The advancement of new stabilized gimbal systems has opened a new level of aerial filming, from heights up to 50,000 feet and speeds of 500 mph. Aerial DP Peter Degerfeldt showcases some examples of how this is possible and what benefits a production can have using this unique tool. Buckle up—there will some G forces! This session was presented at the GSCA 2022 International Conference in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Organized by the GSCA Innovations Committee. Committee Co-Chairs Michael Daut, Michael Daut Productions; and Christian Fry, CVF Productions. Presenter: Peter Degerfeldt, Blue Sky Aerial and Specialist Filming. Access resource

We look at footage taken from a variety of drones, cameras, and helicopters. We discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each category of aerial cinematography gear and identify ideal use cases for each type of rig. With this information you will have a better understanding of which tool to fly that will give you the best results for the type of shot you are planning to capture.  This was presented at the GSCA 2022 International Conference in Chattanooga in September 2022 and is an update of the "Drones and Helicopters: Only the Best Tool Will Fly, Part 2" session from the GSCA Film Expo held in Los Angeles March 2022. Session organized by the GSCA Innovations Committee. Committee Co-Chairs Michael Daut, Michael Daut Productions; and Christian Fry, CVF Productions. Presenters: Michael Daut, Michael Daut Productions; Phil Streather, Principal Large Format.  Access resource

"Sound is 50 percent of the movie going experience," says George Lucas, "and I've always believed audiences are moved and excited by what they hear in my movies at least as much as by what they see.” You will hear why in the session "This Might Get Loud." Award-winning sound designer Tim Archer introduces new and upcoming location audio recording gear and techniques, with an emphasis on recording extremely loud sounds using high SPL (sound pressure level) microphones and 32-bit float recorders. Experience a high SPL recording of jet engines and other audio highlights and find out how to capture them in the field. Session organized by the GSCA Innovations Committee for the GSCA 2022 International Conference in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Committee Co-Chairs Michael Daut, Michael Daut Productions; and Christian Fry, CVF Productions. Presenter: Tim Archer, Masters Digital. Access resource

In his characteristically engaging style, filmmaker Jonathan Bird presents an entertaining quick guide to shooting for the giant screen. Jonathan and his team at Oceanic Research Group have produced a mini giant screen film covering everything from shot composition to motion to editing. He shows how giant screen film production differs from other formats and what filmmakers need to consider to ensure a successful film full of giant screen "wow" moments. Session organized by the GSCA Innovations Committee for the GSCA 2022 International Conference in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Committee Co-Chairs Michael Daut, Michael Daut Productions; and Christian Fry, CVF Productions. Presenter: Jonathan Bird, Oceanic Research Group. Access resource