
Rob Redman
Rob is Editor of ImagineFX magazine and also works as creative director for his own studio, Pariah Studios, producing 3D animation, film and VFX for a variety of clients.
He started his career as a photographer, slowing adding 3D, film and visual effects and film into his toolbag, working across TV, web and print, with clients ranging from Blackmagic Design and HMV to Games Workshop and Royal Mail.
When not on at his desk he can be found building and playing guitars or out in the wilderness with his dog.
Latest articles by Rob Redman

Matter and Form Three review: 3D scanning can be frustrating, but this makes it easy and fun
By Rob Redman published
Review With built-in computing, all you need is a web browser to access the controls of this portable 3D scanner, and I love the ease of use

Revopoint Range 2 review: I didn't want to scan anything big before, but this makes me want to scan everything!
By Rob Redman published
Review Aimed at larger-scale scanning, the Range 2 from Revopoint is the ideal solution for automotive, VFX, and archival projects

Valoi 360 Professional Scanning Kit review: I’ve been scanning my own film since the 90s, and this piece of kit has made it a joyful process
By Rob Redman published
Review Valoi’s 360 Professional makes it easy to scan various formats of negatives for camera scanning

Accsoon Toprig S60 review: I found motion-controlled shots a breeze with this slider
By Rob Redman published
Review Accsoon's Toprig S60 motorised slider is a great way to add controllable, repeatable camera moves to your projects

Hollyland Pyro 5 review: a beast of a small field monitor
By Rob Redman published
Review I've been testing the Pyro 5 and it has just as much bang for its buck as its big brother

I've been using 7Artisans' Infinte cine lenses and I'm shocked
By Rob Redman published
Review The time has come when budget-friendly cine lenses can compete with the big boys. Mostly.

Hollyland Pyro 7 review: this has become my favourite field monitor and here’s why
By Rob Redman published
Review A wireless monitor that can transmit and receive, along with a full suite of shooting tools, in a 7” package? Yes please to that

Sony has just announced the PXW-Z300, a full-fat camcorder, perfect for fast-paced ENG and documentary work
By Rob Redman published
NEWS The PXW-Z300 will sit at the top of the range, alongside, rather than replacing the Z280. It will be the first camcorder with C2PA authentication

RGBlink mini ISO review: I'm truly impressed by how much is packed into this almost pocketable video switcher
By Rob Redman published
Review If you are restricted on space and budget, this little video switcher could prove to be exactly what you are after.

Sony ECM-778 shotgun microphone review: I’ve spent countless hours searching, but I may have just found the one mic to rule them all
By Rob Redman published
Review If you are on the hunt for a high quality shotgun mic, that fits into a compact form factor, this could well be the main contender

Sony’s new ECM-778 shotgun mic aims to become king of the hill for sound recording – but it may empty your wallet
By Rob Redman published
NEWS With its sights set on the coveted top spot of the shotgun mic list, Sony has developed a microphone that is something special, but it comes at a cost

7Artisans Vision 50mm T1.05 review: I tried these cheap cinema lenses and was blown away by how they performed
By Rob Redman published
Review I’ve often fallen for the idea that spending on high-end glass really pays off when it comes to your final results, but 7Artisans would suggest not

Blackmagic Ursa 12K LF review: I tested Blackmagic's new cinema camera, and it’s hard to go back
By Rob Redman published
Review Blackmagic promises a lot with its stripped-down 12K cine camera but does it deliver where needed?

Viltrox DC-A1 review: Need to shoot outdoors in bright light? This might just save the day
By Rob Redman published
Review Viltrox’s DC-A1 is a well rounded 7” field monitor that aims to make daytime shooting a breeze

Viltrox DC-L1 and DC-L2 review: these budget on-camera monitors impressed me with their quality and features
By Rob Redman published
Review Viltrox proves having a more humble bank balance doesn't mean you need go without top features.

Laowa Proteus 2x 26-45mm & 45-85mm T2.9 Anamorphic Cine Lens review
By Rob Redman published
Review I tried Laowa’s anamorphic zooms and they really hit the spot

Tilta Nucleus Nano II review
By Rob Redman published
Review Could the Tilta Nucleus Nano II be the perfect wireless follow focus for the indie filmmaker?

Tascam DR-07XP audio recorder review
By Rob Redman published
Review This single handed, lightweight audio recorder could be your go-to for field recording and more

Tascam DR-05XP audio recorder review
By Rob Redman published
Review This may be a small, lightweight audio recorder but it packs a punch for many users

PolarPro BaseCamp Matte Box Kit review: an expandable matte box system that could just be the only one you'll ever need
By Rob Redman published
Review If you are looking for your first matte box and want an all-inclusive kit, then you'd be hard-pushed to find a better option

Neewer F700 field monitor review: the affordable all-rounder
By Rob Redman published
Review Can you do away with hoods and visors with this large and bright field monitor?

Accsoon Cineview Master 4k review
By Rob Redman published
Review Could this be the best video transmitter for your filmmaking projects?

DJI Transmission High-Bright combo review
By Rob Redman published
Review Could DJI's Transmission be the last video transmitter you'll ever need?
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