A video camera’s ability to reproduce a smooth gradation between colors and shades is an important factor when seeking to capture filmic images. The range of possible colors a video camera is able to capture is determined by the bit depth of the file format used for the recording.
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One of the most overlooked areas of video production is gathering B-roll footage that tells a compelling story. Here's what B-roll is and it's so important.
There are actually shapes and alignments that people find pleasing. But photo and film composition also needs to tell a story.
If I were to speak with my former cable coordinator regarding best shooting practices for sporting events, I might be cheating. So, instead of speaking only to camera operators, I'll take a more novel approach.
Without further ado, I would like to begin with the fact that, long before...
Shooting low camera angles is a great way to engage viewers. So we have a few low camera angle tips to help you make the most of them.
You can have everything right: a good script, great actors and crew. But if your movie doesn’t look like a cinematic movie, your audience will tune out.
Carefully choosing your camera angles lets you influence your audience's reaction to and interpretation of what is presented on screen.
B-roll is a powerful storytelling tool that should never be overlooked. If you want to shoot b-roll like a pro, you need to learn the 5 shot method.
Let’s take a look at some things that make slow motion exciting.
Orson Welles often had great ideas for movies and then spent years going from studio to studio in Hollywood trying to get someone interested, trying to raise money, and trying to get a script. When you’re dealing with huge amounts of cash in moviemaking, there is no single point...
