CVP’s experts answer your questions
Posted on Dec 22, 2025 by Pro Moviemaker
The technical gurus at Britain’s award-winning retailer are here to help with your kit queries
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I am keen to start doing some video podcasts for my own small video business and also to offer them to clients as a service. I have lights, cameras and audio kit but I’m unsure of the technical side of getting it out there. What gear will I need and how can I do it from a client’s location if they only have Wi-Fi?
Bringing your camera and audio equipment together in a workflow that’s suitable for podcasting is dependent on quite a few factors, such as existing equipment, how many audio and video inputs will be used, whether there is a need for live switching and if you will have remote guests. If you reach out to our team, we can recommend a specific solution that works to your criteria.
I’m interested in the Nikon ZR to use alongside my Red V-Raptor as a B camera. I see it has a version of Redcode Raw, but will it really match my camera without too much work in post? Surely lenses will make a difference?
When we got our hands on the Nikon ZR, one of the key things we tested was an image and colour comparison to that and the V-Raptor, and we were pleasantly surprised with how closely they matched. Of course, they are not the same sensor so it won’t be a 100% match, but just getting it into the same image pipeline left us with little work in post to match them. We used the same lens across both cameras to get rid of any changes produced by lens characteristics.
You can see our full tests and review here:
I’m a Canon shooter and considering either the new EOS R6 Mark III or the EOS C50, as they both use the same sensor. Is it worth spending extra on the cinema camera version and why? I don’t shoot super long takes so overheating has never been a problem.
It depends what you need from the camera. The R6 III is a brilliant hybrid camera with a few advantages over the C50, such as in-body image stabilisation and an electronic viewfinder. Being a more video-first camera, the C50 does have video benefits though, such as simplified ergonomics, a top handle with professional audio inputs and control, an in-built fan for better thermal management and Canon’s easy-to-use Cinema EOS menu system.
What’s the real-world difference between using wireless audio that’s 2.4GHz versus Digital UHF?
The key difference between them is that 2.4Ghz radio mics are licence-free, making it an ideal option for when you’re travelling, whereas UHF channels will need a license to be used with each country often requiring its own channel licensing. The downside however of 2.4Ghz is that it is widely used, which can lead to potential interference from day-to-day devices.
I’ve been shooting on Sony mirrorless cameras and have lots of E-mount lenses. I’m thinking of moving up to a cinema camera for the handling benefits. As the FX6 and FX9 are quite old now, would I be better jumping systems and using my lenses on something else with adapters? If so, what would you recommend? I do general commercial work.
It largely depends on what you need from the camera. While the Sony FX6 may be old, it is still a widely praised camera that in many different ways stands up against other systems for its usability, features, lightweight operation, power management and more. If you are looking to step up in image quality and colour workflow, then moving to Red could be an option that allows you to keep your E-mount lenses due to their adoption of the Nikon Z mount, which can be adapted to Sony E with full electronic communication.
A space built for creators
The CVP Creator Hub is a space to explore, experiment and be inspired. It’s built to be a hands-on, fully immersive environment for content creators. Whether you are into streaming, filmmaking, photography, podcasting or more, you’ll get practical time with the latest gear – configured in real-world environments – plus access to workshops and masterclasses as well as expert guidance from CVP’s technical specialists.
To learn more, email [email protected], call +44 (0) 208 380 7400 or visit cvp.com/creatorhub.
If you’d like to get a hands-on feel for a new bit of equipment and want to check it out with accessories for a genuine idea of what it’ll be like, then CVP is the place.
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This article was first published in the January/February 2026 issue of Pro Moviemaker
