Marquee Sports Network Employs 'Megalodon
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MARQUEE SPORTS NETWORK EMPLOYS ‘MEGALODON’ CAMERA ON GAME BROADCAST Camera gained notoriety with use in Super Bowl and Masters; Marquee Sports Network is first network to utilize camera during a live MLB game May 5, 2021 CHICAGO – Marquee Sports Network yesterday introduced a new camera technology never before seen wireless camera allowing for cinematic live-action shots. on a live MLB game broadcast. Nicknamed the “Megalodon,” it is a high-resolution, shallow depth of field Watch the camera in-use on the game broadcast here. The camera technology, which has face and eye detection allowing for pristine auto focus, was previously utilized during NFL games, including the Super Bowl, as well as the Masters. “We’re always looking for ways to innovate the live game broadcast and we’re fortunate to be able to do this with great leadership on the production side in Mike Leary and Mike Fox, spearheading the use of this new camera technology,” said Marquee Sports Network SVP Programming and Production, Mike Santini. close shots and bringing Cubs fans closer than ever to their favorite players.” “We’re appreciative of our partnership with the Cubs, allowing field access to capture the stunning up- Earlier this season, Marquee Sports Network introduced an additional camera position overlooking Gallagher Way outside Wrigley Field, providing beautiful exterior shots of the ballpark and fans gathering outside of the stadium. Check out the use of the Gallagher Way camera here. Marquee Sports Network is available within the Cubs home television territory in portions of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa and Wisconsin, and is carried on more than 50 cable providers, as well as streaming platforms AT&T TV and fuboTV. For a full listing of providers, visit https://www.marqueesportsnetwork. com/providers/. Marquee Sports Network is jointly owned by Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. and the Chicago Cubs. For more information, visit www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/about, follow the network on social media at @ WatchMarquee and download the Marquee Sports Network app. ### MARQUEE SPORTS NETWORK COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Alex Wilcox • PHONE: 773.634.2298 • EMAIL: [email protected] WEBSITE: www.MarqueeSportsNetwork.com • SOCIAL MEDIA: @WatchMarquee.