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by Mary Latvis · Posted 11/09/2023
Welcome to Filmmaking 101, where we offer some tips on how to go about creating your movie masterpiece. Read on to discover suggestions for your pre-production, production, and post-production phases.
Pre-Production
Scriptwriting
You have your idea for an arthouse masterpiece or an action-based blockbuster; now how do you translate that into a script―the backbone of your production? You can use MS Word, Google Docs, or another document program. But using dedicated screenwriting software provides the standard formatting, outline tools,
by Mary Latvis · Posted 11/01/2023
Add high-quality wireless video transmission to your production with Hollyland’s new Mars M1 Enhanced 5.5" Wireless Transceiver Monitor or set of two monitors. This versatile all-in-one unit can be used as a transmitter or receiver and is compatible with Mars 4K, 300 Pro
by Jennifer Hahn · Posted 10/31/2023
When it’s time to step up the look of your digital film production and you are upgrading to a full-frame or Super35 cinema camera, shooting with a new mirrorless full-frame camera, or just seeking that film look, buying or renting the right digital cinema lens requires research, patience, and, most importantly, visual meditation. Whether you’re shooting 8K large format, full frame, anamorphic, or Super35, there’s a cine lens out there that’s just right for recreating
Posted 10/27/2023
DZOFilm's line of Tango S35 Zoom lenses boasts impressive zoom ranges—including the 18-90mm and 65-280mm—and quality craftsmanship, a pleasing cinematic look, and other alluring features. In this B&H video, Scott Owsley tests the 18-90mm T2.9.
0:00 - About These Lenses
1:06 - In This Video
1:33 - Specs
4:59 - Sample Footage
6:56 - Final Thoughts
Do you own any of DZOFilm’s Tango S35 Zoom lenses? Let us know what you think of them
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted 10/26/2023
Filters are common in landscape photography. They help photographers craft images that wouldn’t be possible otherwise. For example, filters can cut reflections that are impossible to remove, permit longer exposures or wider apertures, and even provide a boost to the contrast of an image. Aerial photographers using drones should understand what filters are available and which they can use to get the best possible photos and video.
Drone Filters Are
by Jennifer Hahn · Posted 10/25/2023
It’s been a minute since DJI released the Pocket 2 compact gimbal camera, but the wait is finally over for the new Osmo Pocket 3 gimbal camera, a major update and return to its original Osmo identity. The new pocket-sized, 3-axis Osmo Pocket 3 gimbal stabilizer camera features a new 1” CMOS sensor that can capture up to 4K120 video, a 2” rotatable LCD screen, horizontal/vertical shooting support, ActiveTrack 6.0
Posted 10/21/2023
Learn how to hook your viewers on Instagram and TikTok with filmmaker and photographer Adrian Per, in this B&H video. He explains his techniques for short video creation, including how he structures his videos, how he chooses his gear, and much more.
0:00 - In This Presentation
1:17 - Storytelling Structure
15:07 - Pacing
26:27 - Gear
32:29 - Lens Choice
36:44 - Audio
38:39 - Color Grading
39:38 - Purpose
Do you have any other short-form video tips to share? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
by Stepan Andranikian · Posted 10/20/2023
If you have been involved in filmmaking, the chances are good that you’ve seen a matte box. But you may be wondering, what exactly do these contraptions do? Other than being a cool-looking headpiece for your camera rig, matte boxes have a variety of useful functions that can elevate the quality of your shooting experience and your captured imagery.
From manipulating light, adding creative flair to your visuals, and protecting your front lens element, a matte box is an invaluable filmmaking tool that makes a DP’s life easier.
Light Control
Posted 10/13/2023
What are anamorphic lenses and how do they achieve their cinematic look? What does it mean to de-squeeze? What's so special about bokeh? Matt Matkin answers these questions and others!
Are you a fan of anamorphic lenses? Share your thoughts in the Comments section, below.
by Steven Gladstone · Posted 10/12/2023
In addition to working on commercials, documentaries, and feature-length films, I’ve experienced the pleasure and misery of working with low-budget and first-time filmmakers. Most of these filmmakers tend to make the same mistakes and, sadly, I must admit that when I’ve made my own short films, I’ve gone down the rabbit hole and made some of the same mistakes against which I’ve cautioned others. So, in hopes of helping you prepare for your production, I’ve outlined a variety of problems that often plague the low-budget and first-time filmmaker
by Jordan Gallant · Posted 09/29/2023
Keep your gear running continuously on set with the Core SWX GT8 Quad Chargers, compatible with the Helix Max battery series. The chargers come in three battery-mount types—Gold Mount,
Posted 09/29/2023
The EVO Max 4T is Autel's newest commercial drone. Perfect for first responders, this drone's quad camera can capture 8k footage, wide-angle imagery, and thermal imagery. The drone's smart controller also allows you to view all this information easily, right on its screen.
0:00 - Introduction
0:28 - Quad Camera Specs
3:24 - EVO Max 4T Design and Controller
5:10 - EVO Max 4T In Use
5:52 - Newest Features
7:09 - Final
by John Foldi · Posted 09/27/2023
Meta blurs the line between physical and digital with the newly announced Meta Quest 3. The leader in virtual reality now adds AR to its all-in-one headset line, letting you insert virtual games, screens, and objects into your real surroundings through full-color passthrough. Completely redesigned for a better overall experience, the Quest 3 surpasses the Quest 2 in nearly every way. It has a faster XR2 Gen 2
Posted 09/25/2023
Major improvements to safety and range are at the core of DJI’s latest announcement: the Mini 4 Pro. Compared to the Mini 3 Pro, the new entry in the Mini series uses OcuSync 4 for up to 12.4 miles of transmission range, and the tri-directional obstacle avoidance is updated to an omnidirectional design, providing complete protection. When it comes to imaging, the Mini 4 Pro’s camera now offers up to 4K100 resolution support
by Mary Latvis · Posted 09/22/2023
Fresh from its release at IBC 2023, in Amsterdam, the E2-M5G Cinema Camera from Z CAM is poised to please sports and action shooters alike. This latest entry in the Z CAM compact cine camera line boasts a global shutter for reducing or eliminating motion blur, high-speed capture at up to 116 fps in UHD 4K, and an impressive 16 stops of dynamic range.
Built around a dual-gain Micro Four Thirds sensor, the E2-M5G’s supported