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Tyler Edwards shares five tips on how to film an interview. You'll learn his interview lighting techniques, his camera placement, and audio tips too.
0:00 Intro
0:11 Key Light
0:44 Background Light
1:44 Camera Position
2:41 Clean & Clear Audio
3:29 Timecode
4:16 More from Tyler
by Zack Young · Posted
by Zack Young · Posted
2024 was a big year for video, as professional-level tools continued to become more accessible for aspiring filmmakers and creatives. Cinema cameras that cost less than ten grand can now compete with those that go for six figures. This opening up of the camera ecosystem means consumers have an increased power and ability to pick and choose exactly which features matter most to them. Once you decide what kind of projects you want to be shooting, you can
by Mary Latvis · Posted
Video-production monitors can offer a dazzling array of features with price tags running the gamut (no pun intended) from several hundred dollars all the way up to the price of a new car. So, while your budget will understandably be a primary consideration, what else should you look for in a monitor when setting up your editing system? Read on for some general factors to consider when choosing a video-editing monitor.
1. Screen Size
Look for a monitor large
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The 2024 holiday season is here! Jabari shares which cine lens to gift the filmmaker in your life, whether they’re searching for their first one, or looking to get the Hollywood look for a fraction of the price.
0:00 Intro
0:24 Investment Lenses: For Aspiring Cinematographers
2:52 Personal Set: For the Working Filmmaker
4:16 Anamorphic Lenses: For the Cinema Purist
5:36 Budget Lenses: Their First Cinema Lenses
7:32 Which to Buy?
by Stepan Andranikian · Posted
Despite offering premium image quality and professional design, not all cine lenses demand a premium cost. In fact, if you know where to look and what you’re looking for, you can snag some truly solid optics at a relatively affordable price. Today, we’ll be looking at some of the best budget-friendly wide-angle cine lenses on the market.
Rokinon 14mm T3.1 Cine DS Lens
In recent years, Rokinon has solidified itself as an excellent solution for anyone looking for budget-friendly cine lenses that offer professional and reliable optics. The
by Stepan Andranikian · Posted
Imagine you're ready to start actualizing your lifelong cinema dreams, only to be dissuaded at the last second by the astonishing (and prohibitive) prices of expensive cinema camera gear. The hefty price tags on cinema camera equipment can be quite discouraging, and it's not uncommon for a lens to cost more than the camera itself, especially if we’re talking cinema glass. However, before you throw your dreams of snagging that Academy Award for Best
by Zack Young · Posted
When it comes to camera bags, filmmakers know that choosing the right sack to schlep all of your stuff is paramount. For most people, the right bag is one that can support and protect all of your gear, is comfortable to wear, and allows you to easily access equipment when you need it. Popular camera bag options include various styles of backpacks, top-loading bags, hard cases, and more. In this article, we're
by Jordan Gallant · Posted
by Stepan Andranikian · Posted
As we approach the holiday season, it's time to start knocking those gift lists out of the way. If there's an aspiring filmmaker on your list, but you don't know what to give them to help kickstart their film production careers, then look no further―we've got you covered! In this gift guide we'll suggest a variety of products that we feel would benefit every beginner filmmaker.
Stabilizers
Shoulder Rig
The shoulder rig is a slept-on piece of equipment that deserves more recognition. It stabilizes camera footage while allowing the operator to
by Jennifer Hahn · Posted
Let AI assist your action shots with the Ace Pro 2 action camera from Insta360, an updated compact powerhouse for capturing the world around you.The Ace Pro 2 boasts numerous updates from its predecessor, including enhanced AI capabilities, updated audio capture, a larger touchscreen, and a more robust design to withstand rugged field use. The new camera comes in a standard kit and a
by Zack Young · Posted
Venus Optics is refreshing their popular Laowa Proteus line of 2x squeeze Super35 anamorphic lenses with new "Flex" versions that feature user-interchangeable flaring options, including amber, silver, blue, and clear. Expect the same sharp, professional look as the original Proteus lenses, but now with the freedom to swap flare modules and dial in a customized feel.
by Steven Esposito · Posted
If you work with libraries of large image files, or in audio or video production, you need to be selective about your external hard drive. Reading and writing files directly to or from an external drive can incur some hefty performance demands, so it's best to determine your needs before you buy a drive. With the ever-increasing data-transfer demands brought on by more megapixels, complex audio layering, and higher-resolution video, keeping up with all of that data can be a burden.
The first thing to determine must be how much overall storage
by Jennifer Hahn · Posted
Combining German precision and elegant Japanese design, ARRI has skillfully produced the Ensō Prime line of lenses ranging from 10.5 to 250mm. These lightweight, compact lenses can be used in a range of productions and camera setups from handheld to studio, and they can be tuned to suit a variety of looks without any complex gear. Initially, these lenses have been released in a series of kits that include six of the
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
Whether you’re an adventurer, an athlete, an adrenaline junkie, or somewhere in between, action cameras remain your best option for capturing and sharing exciting content. But how do you know which action camera is the right one for you? To help you decide, we’ve put together a list of important features you need to consider before you buy.
Video Quality
It probably comes as no surprise, but when shopping for an action camera,