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by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Whether you’re a student or a seasoned veteran, selecting the right camera can make your head spin with questions. Does sensor size matter? What’s the difference between 4:2:0 and 4:2:2? Do I really need a camera that can record 8K? What about raw? We’ll explain the key components that help a camera produce cinematic images, and in doing so, hopefully help you make that all-important decision.
Evaluate Your Needs and Your Budget
Before considering certain cameras, you must know your needs and your budget. And be realistic. If you are a student
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
When it comes to finding the best drone, there is no "one-size-fits-all" solution. Different pilots have different needs, different budgets, and different skill levels. Some are photographers, some are racers, and some just like to fly. In other words, what's best for one drone pilot might not be what's best for all.
To help you find the drone that best suits your needs and interests, we've put together a list of some of our
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Sony Artisan Andrew Geraci shows viewers the best workflows for managing data of their high-resolution imagery. Andrew will be discussing all types of storage solutions that will aid any photographer or cinematographer in ensuring their work is quickly transferred and easily accessible.
0:00 - Intro
2:28 - About Andrew
6:42 - Why is data management so important?
10:36 - Best type of media to use
12:43 - Not all computers are created equally
14:51 - PCIe lanes
17:22 - I/O options for external drives
19:35 - Internal and external storage
by Zack Young · Posted
For decades, classic three-point lighting has been the conventional approach to lighting most sit-down interviews in film and TV. While this type of lighting looks nice, it can feel stale at times. By mixing up the lights you use and how you place them, you can shake up your cinematography game and shoot visually dynamic interviews that keep viewers engaged. In this article we’ll explore three unique ways to light your interview subjects, so they pop
by Stepan Andranikian · Posted
In a world where gimbals and motorized stabilizers are the cool kids on the block, the shoulder rig maintains its relevance quietly. Let's see why, even amidst all the high-tech alternatives, shoulder rigs are still a fantastic and practical solution for camera stabilization in any cinematographers tool kit.
Embracing the Weight: A Cinematographer's Endurance Hack
Ever find yourself wrestling with a camera rig, arms
by Stepan Andranikian · Posted
So you just finished watching a great white shark feeding video and thought, “Wouldn’t it be awesome to be in the water with a camera to film this feast?” I'm right there with you, which is why today we’ll be diving into the world of underwater video creation, from the gear you’d need, to tips for getting the perfect action shot.
Before we get into it, I’d like to leave a little disclaimer: while venturing out into the vast and expansive deep blue is a riveting adventure, please practice caution and, if you’re not experienced in underwater
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Hollywood has been creating and refining the visual language of storytelling for more than a century. In this course, we investigate what drone operators can learn from mainstream filmmaking techniques.
0:00 - Introduction
4:32 - Drone vs. Helicopter Shots
7:58 - Capturing the Audience's Attention
10:07 - Establishing Shots
23:57 - Camera Movements Deep Dive: Mad Max
34:06 - Establishing Shots Review
39:20 - Camera Movements Deep Dive: Lord of the Rings
45:20 - Evolving the scene with drone movements
48:27 - Beginner Drone Tips
54:06 - Drone
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If you’re new to using an FPV drone, then this is the intro guide for you! You'll learn the benefits of FPV droning, important rules before you start, how to practice before you fly, and additional tips!
0:00 - Introduction
0:30 - Flight Modes
1:31 - Practicing in a Flight Simulator
2:41 - Before Your First Flight
3:44 - Flying in Manual Mode
4:32 - FPV Tips
4:57 - Final Thoughts
Click here to learn more about the DJI Avata FPV Drone. The video features the
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Watch this video if you want to learn how to capture cinematic drone footage! Join Matt Zefi as he captures the beautiful fall colors with the DJI Air 2S and shares his 10 tips for drone filming that will level up your aerial videos, including drone moves, camera settings, and more.
Do you have any tips or techniques of your own to share? Post them in the Comments section!
by Jennifer Hahn · Posted
I can picture the eyerolls after reading that headline, and I totally understand. Will the cinematography departments of digital films now utilize autofocus in their carefully planned, meticulously lit, and choreographed productions? No, and for many reasons other than to keep focus pullers employed. But, using AF technology in smaller films, documentaries, reality shows, sporting events, and streaming productions can benefit greatly by the use of autofocus for their shots, so the camera won’t lose focus when a compact crew is busy juggling
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Have you ever wanted to learn how to animate a picture or make an endless looping photo? Jennifer O’Brien shows you how to create cinemagraphs.
Share your experience with cinemagraphs in the Comments section, below.
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Go behind the scenes with Food Visualist and Commercial Director David Ma as he shares his five tips for food videography, including food styling, creating cinematic shots, producing and more.
Do you work in food videography? If you have any tips you’d like to share, or questions about the process, please use our Comments section.
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Day for night for color cinematography is an old shooting methodology that relies on a number of techniques regarding human perception, socially accepted convention, and technical qualities of film/sensors. There are a variety of reasons for shooting day for night, and understanding the whys and wherefores can help you create believable images.
Moonlight Is Blue
It isn’t really, any more than sunlight is blue. The reality is that moonlight is reflected sunlight, so why do people think moonlight is blue? Sunlight has a color temperature of
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Have you ever wanted to film an epic-looking commercial? Filming close-ups (or macro) allows you to capture epic b roll that will make your product videos stand out. Visual engineer @Steve Giralt shares his macro videography tips to help you create a cinematic product video.
Are you a macro videographer? Share your tips or ask questions in the Comments section, below. We are always pleased to hear from you.
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Cinematographer Shane Hurlbut really lights up a room, literally! In this video, he takes you step-by-step through his process, covering topics such as which types of lights to use for foreground and background, adding color, and best placement of equipment, as he shares his cinematography techniques and tips for lighting a room.
Share your takeaways from this video, along with your own tips and tricks for lighting a room, in the Comments section, below.