Each year at NAB, thousands of new products are introduced across broadcast, production, and live event technology. But not all of them translate well to the unique needs of church production—where volunteer teams, limited resources, and the weekly rhythm of Sunday services shape every technology decision.
As always, our focus is on identifying products that don’t just push technical boundaries, but actually make sense in real-world church environments. That might mean simplifying workflows, reducing staffing demands, improving visual engagement, or delivering high-end capabilities at a more accessible price point.
Here are our Top 5 Products for Churches from NAB Show 2026. (Listed alphabetically.)
ApexRF Rainier Wireless Live Camera RF System
Wireless video, intercom, and camera control—handled together instead of separately.
At first glance, the ApexRF Rainier is simply a high-end wireless camera system capable of transmitting 4K 12G HDR 10-bit 4:2:2 video. But a deeper look reveals why it stands out for church production.
With full-duplex camera control for Sony, Ikegami, Grass Valley, and Panasonic systems, along with Dante IP intercom support and native integration with RTS, Clear-Com, and Riedel intercom platforms, the Rainier begins to consolidate multiple systems into one. The result is not just a cleaner workflow, but meaningful savings in weight, complexity, and cost—especially valuable for churches managing mobile rigs, tight teams, or multi-use spaces. Read the full NAB release.
Blackmagic Design Fairlight Live
Fairlight Live is positioned for both FOH and livestream audio mixing.
Blackmagic Design turned heads at NAB with the announcement of Fairlight Live—a free, full-featured ST 2110 audio mixing platform.
While the optional Live Audio Panels resemble traditional broadcast consoles, Blackmagic positions the platform as viable for both broadcast and live FOH environments. That distinction matters. For churches exploring IP-based workflows or looking to bridge the gap between broadcast and in-room audio, Fairlight Live represents a potentially significant shift—bringing advanced capabilities into reach without the traditional cost barriers. Read the full NAB release.
Canon Cine-Servo 40–1200mm T5.0–10.8 Lens
A 40–1200mm zoom built for long-throw cinematic shots in larger venues.
The “cinema look” continues to gain traction in churches, driven by its ability to create a more immersive and engaging visual experience. Canon’s new Cine-Servo 40–1200mm lens is designed in part with that trend in mind.
With an extended focal range suited for larger venues, this lens enables churches to achieve cinematic depth and compression even from long distances. For churches already investing in higher-end cameras and shading workflows, it offers a path to elevate IMAG and broadcast visuals without sacrificing the flexibility required for live production. Read the full NAB release.
Marshall Electronics CV625 Dual PTZ and POV 4K Tracking Camera
A single camera that delivers both the shot and the safety net.
Marshall’s CV625 takes an interesting approach to a familiar challenge: getting more coverage with fewer cameras and operators.
By combining PTZ functionality with a fixed wide-angle POV camera in a single unit, the CV625 can simultaneously deliver close-up and wide shots, including picture-in-picture outputs. Add in AI-driven tracking, and the result is a flexible solution that can extend coverage while reducing the burden on volunteer teams—an ongoing priority for many churches. Read the full NAB release.
Mavis Studio App for iPad
Changes the baseline for what’s considered a viable video production setup
Mavis introduced its new Studio app for iPad, positioning it as a compact, software-based live production environment.
Designed around mobility and flexibility, the app brings together functions typically spread across multiple pieces of hardware—switching, monitoring, graphics, and basic audio control—into a single touchscreen interface.
For churches, that shift is significant. Whether it’s a smaller church, a portable campus, a student ministry setup, or a backup control position, tools like Mavis Studio reduce the need for dedicated hardware while still delivering real production capability. It’s not about replacing full systems—but it does open the door to simpler, more agile workflows where flexibility matters more than infrastructure. Read the full NAB release.
If NAB Show 2026 revealed anything, it’s that the trend toward doing more with fewer resources continues to accelerate. From system consolidation to software-driven production, this year’s standout products point toward workflows that are not only more powerful—but more practical for the realities of church production.
