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Canon has today redefined the frontiers of photography and filmmaking with the launch of the pioneering EOS R System. More than thirty years on from the era-defining EOS launch, the bold new EOS R System will once again enable image makers to rethink the way they see and capture the world. Featuring the all-new RF lens mount, the EOS R System has been engineered from the ground up to achieve the perfect blend of optical, mechanical and electronic design – creating a system that is, in every sense, revolutionary.

Staff from Lemac Melbourne packed into the Rivoli Cinema last night to check out a screening of Ray Argall’s feature documentary ‘Midnight Oil 1984’, proudly supported by Lemac. Ray has been a lifelong friend of ours and we were absolutely blown away by what he turned his archival footage into. Shot, edited and directed by Ray, ‘Midnight Oil 1984’ follows the band’s 1984 tour of their Red Sails album while telling the story of Peter Garrett’s involvement with the nuclear disarmament movement.

Canon has added 4 new products to it's Cinema lineup, including a new full-frame model of the C700, a 20mm T1.5 CN-E Lens and two new professional 4K reference displays equipped with 12G-SDI terminals. Canon today announced the launch of the new EOS C700 FF, the new flagship model of the Cinema EOS System lineup of professional digital cinematography products. The new model also has a PL mount version, the EOS C700 FF PL.

The Family tells the story of an incendiary, heartbreaking investigation into one of Australia’s most notorious cults, and the scars its survivors still bear today. The Family was shot by Jaems Grant ACS and was proudly supported by Lemac Rentals. ACS Victoria will be presenting a screening of ‘The Family’ followed by a Q&A with cinematographer Jaems Grant ACS and Director Rosie Jones.

After a supplier shortage, the iPowerUS IP9V-700 are now back in stock and available for purchase. The IP9V-700 from iPower is an Ultra High Capacity lithium polymer rechargeable battery intended for professional use. Lithium Polymer batteries use a gel-type electrolyte which has an energy density that is 20% more than typical Lithium Ion batteries and approximately 3 times better than NiCad or NiMh.

Lemac would like to congratulate the nominees and winners of the 2017 ASSG Awards. In particular, we would like to extend a very special congratulations to the crew of Deep Water (episode 4) who picked up the Lemac sponsored Best Sound for a Television Drama Series.

Sachtler has just introduced flowtech™ — an all-new camera tripod technology with unique quick release brakes and easy adjust levers that enable camera operators to set up and begin using the tripod in an instant.

RODE is giving away a FREE WINDSHIELD with selected microphone purchases!