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by Steven Gladstone · Posted
Mirrorless cameras are small, light, and can get into spaces traditional cinema and ENG cameras just can't. However, mirrorless cameras are not meant to work on a film set all day long—it just isn't in their ergonomics. This is especially true if you are planning on handholding a camera all day, or working with accessories such as follow focus units, zoom motors, or external monitors.
Build Your Own or Pre-Made
You can build your own support rig, if you like. Head out to your machine shop and have at it. But, most likely, you lack the milling
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Representatives from Zacuto, Beastgrip, and Zhiyun joined us to discuss the best gear for your mobile setup. Watch this B&H video and learn to use your mobile phone to create professional photo and video work.
0:00 - Introduction
5:53 - Featured Products from Zacuto, Beastgrip, and Zhiyun
16:10 - The Zacuto Z-Finder
20:36 - Using the Gear for Vertical Video Recording
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by Mary Latvis · Posted
No matter what your faith, today’s worship isn’t limited to rote liturgical responses—it’s about personal connections between you and a higher power and among fellow believers. Sharing that passion shouldn’t be limited to using static, fixed camera positions for your broadcasts, social media, website, or in-house displays. See how Canon’s array of digital cinema cameras can help you dynamically capture not just traditional house-of-worship services, but also field
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
So, you’ve got your camera and now what? Whether it be of the digital cinema, ENG, camcorder, DSLR, or
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
There are plenty of ways to change the look of your film or video; it could be by changing the aperture, turning on a light, or even simply taking the camera off the tripod. If you really want to start experimenting, though, one of the most interesting (and fun!) ways of doing this is to start playing with the frame rates. Relatively speaking, it wasn’t all that long ago that inexpensive cameras started to shoot in Full HD at 24 fps, so we are exceptionally lucky today that options like the
by BH Online Videos · Posted
In this video, learn how to analyze video footage with scopes to achieve consistent images in production and post production. Chase Kubasiak, from Zacuto, walks you through the different scopes, shows you what part of the image they analyze, and explains how and in what situation each one can be used to understand what’s going on in your image, beyond what you can see on a screen. We hope you enjoy the video, and invite you to view the wide selection of other instructional and informative videos
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When shooting and editing video, the last thing you should trust, are your eyes! In this video, Chase from Zacuto shows how using tools such as waveform monitors and vector scopes is the best way to ensure proper exposure and color balance.
by BH Online Videos · Posted
In the following video, Chase Kubasiak, from Zacuto, lifts the veil on the complex world of codecs, what they are, how they work, and when to use them. He highlights the two basic types of codecs, examining the relative strengths and weaknesses of each, and where in the production/post-production process you will find them. Kubasiak also delves into Chroma subsampling, and how that affects your image. We hope you enjoy this introduction to codecs and invite you to view the wide selection of other
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Ever found yourself lost in the maze of codec options when shooting, editing, and delivering your video? You're not alone. In this video, Chase from Zacuto explains the basics of choosing and setting up your codecs for every step of your production.
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Want to shoot slow motion for your video repertoire? In this video, Chase Kubasiak, from Zacuto, gives us a rundown on the basic dos-and-don’ts of slow-motion capture. From choosing a frame rate, to working with different shutter angles, and what kind of lighting you should be using, there’s a lot to consider when slow-motion is involved. So, sit back and learn all the angles to prepare for your next slow-motion capture session. We hope you enjoy the video, and invite you to view the wide selection of other
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
While you can definitely get by with the same kit you use for your still photography, video adds some additional concerns that require extra equipment. Now that you know a few basics about shooting video, or you should if you read the first part of this series, Getting Started, you will definitely want some of these helpful tools to step up your game.
The essentials
An
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Improve your time-lapse technique with this video from B&H and Zacuto. Chase Kubasiak presents four considerations that help create more professional looking time-lapse videos; from which cameras and gear will get the job done, to practical advice on how to achieve the best image quality. Kubasiak also discusses how to execute the “Holy Grail Technique,” an advanced time-lapse achievement that can really bring your videos to new dimensions. Check it out below! We hope you enjoy the video, and invite you to view the wide selection of other
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In the following video, Chase Kubasiak, from Zacuto, gives the lowdown on shooting with multiple cameras, offering tips and techniques to make your next multi-cam shoot easier. Covering topics including camera matching, syncing, coverage, and editing, the solutions presented in the video can be applied to a variety of multi-cam styles, including interviews, concerts, and narrative films. We hope you enjoy the video, and invite you to view the wide selection of other instructional and informative
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Effective lighting doesn’t have to be complex; it just has to serve the story. In the following video, Chase Kubasiak, from Zacuto, shows four simple cinematic lighting looks and how they were created. The video covers popular sci-fi, noir, romance, and horror looks, with Kubasiak providing a detailed breakdown of the techniques and equipment used for each. Throughout the process, you’ll learn some simple, yet effective, solutions that can be applied to a variety of lighting scenarios. We hope you enjoy the video, and invite you to view the
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Interviews are among the most common types of video shoots, but nailing them isn’t always easy. In the following video, Zacuto’s Chase Kubasiak helps you maximize the potential of your interview shoots by providing seven simple steps to follow and help them run smoothly. For each step, Kubasiak offers a quick list of tips and things to consider, such as taking note of ambient noise at your shooting location, how to setup three-point lighting, and choosing the right microphone for the job. Check out the video for the complete list of steps and