Camera technology has evolved rapidly over the past decade. Higher resolutions, improved codecs, and more compact designs have transformed how productions operate across film, broadcast, and content creation. But while cameras have become more advanced, the biggest shift hasn’t been the camera itself — it’s everything around it. Modern camera rigs now include monitors, wireless… Continue reading How Modern Camera Rigs Have Changed Power Requirements
Professional camera batteries aren't cheap. A high-quality V-Mount unit from a reputable manufacturer represents a real investment — and like any investment, what you get out of it depends significantly on how well you look after it. Lithium-ion batteries don't last forever. Every cell has a finite number of charge cycles, and capacity degrades gradually… Continue reading Battery Care and Storage: How to Get the Most Life Out of Your Professional Li-Ion Batteries
Not all camera batteries are equal. At the lower end of the market, that's obvious — cheap cells, plastic housings, optimistic capacity figures. But even within the professional segment, there's a meaningful difference between batteries built for genuine broadcast and cinema use and those that borrow the aesthetic without the engineering behind it. If you're… Continue reading What to Look for When Buying a Professional Camera Battery
You've built a solid rig. Camera, monitor, wireless follow focus, transmitter, maybe a small on-camera light. Everything's connected, everything's on. Twenty minutes into the shoot, the battery dies. It's a scenario most working camera operators have experienced at least once. And almost every time, it's avoidable — not by carrying more batteries, but by calculating… Continue reading How to Calculate Power for Your Camera Rig (And Why Getting It Wrong Is Costly)
For a freelance camera operator, the ability to travel is everything. Whether you're heading to a live sport fixture in Madrid, a documentary shoot in the Scottish Highlands, or a corporate job in Dubai, your battery kit goes with you. But lithium-ion batteries and commercial aviation don't mix without careful preparation. Get it wrong and… Continue reading Flying With Camera Batteries: What Every Freelance Operator Needs to Know
IDX recently had the pleasure of being invited to the opening of Libec's new headquarters in Japan. Hosted by CEO, Koichi Yamaguchi, the visit granted a unique view into the operation and to see how they manufacture high quality products at amazing value. CineD documented the visit and also managed to sit down with Koichi… Continue reading IDX visit new Libec HQ
IDX Technology Europe will be exhibiting at IBC 2022 in Amsterdam, 9th - 12th September. The highlight of the stand will be our new DUO-CP range with USB-C Power Delivery! Come visit us on stand 12.C25 for a chat and see our new products! For more information on the show, please visit the IBC website:… Continue reading [Event] IDX to attend IBC 2022
IDX Technology EUROPE LTD will be exhibiting at the BSC Expo 7th-9th April 2022! Highlighting the latest products available and soon to be released. Take a look at the new DUO-CP Range with USB-PD, the UC-PD1 and the IA-200N. We will also be showcasing a range of Libec products with the latest NX Series and… Continue reading [Event] IDX to attend BSC Expo 2022
The IDX DUO Compact has been refreshed to include a new USB-C PD output on each model. This new output will allow users to power any accessories via USB-C but also give them the ability to charge the battery via this socket with the new UC-PD1 charger. The new DUO-CP range includes a 98Wh, 150Wh… Continue reading DUO-CP Batteries