Camera Settings Articles and Videos - Videomaker https://www.videomaker.com/category/how-to/shooting/camera-settings/ Sat, 28 Oct 2023 00:46:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://assets.videomaker.com/2019/05/cropped-Videomaker-Favicon-512-x512-32x32.jpg Camera Settings Articles and Videos - Videomaker https://www.videomaker.com/category/how-to/shooting/camera-settings/ 32 32 The dos and don’ts of shooting in log https://www.videomaker.com/how-to/shooting/camera-settings/the-dos-and-donts-of-shooting-in-log/ Thu, 19 Oct 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.videomaker.com/?p=73090245 Many cameras today support log shooting, but if you want to make sure your videos look great using log, you need to know how to use it.

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]]> Frame Rates Demystified: The Ultimate Decision – Smooth vs. Cinematic https://www.videomaker.com/how-to/shooting/camera-settings/frame-rates-demystified-the-ultimate-decision-smooth-vs-cinematic/ Wed, 21 Jun 2023 17:35:15 +0000 https://www.videomaker.com/?p=73019966 Do you often hear the term frame rates but have no idea what it means? Well, don’t worry because we’ve got your back! In this video, we’ll explain everything you need to know about frame rates in a simple and understandable way. From defining what frame rates are to their importance in the world of […]

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]]> Image Sensor Noise: The Biggest Enemy of Clean Video Footage https://www.videomaker.com/how-to/editing/color-correction/image-sensor-noise-the-biggest-enemy-of-clean-video-footage/ Tue, 25 Apr 2023 23:16:46 +0000 https://www.videomaker.com/?p=73018672 Do you sometimes find your footage coming out distorted or grainy? Well, worry no more because we’ve got you covered. In this video, we’ll walk you through the ins and outs of image sensor noise – what it is, what causes it, and most importantly, how to fix it! Whether you’re a pro or a […]

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]]> The high-angle shot defined https://www.videomaker.com/how-to/shooting/camera-settings/the-high-angle-shot-defined/ Wed, 07 Dec 2022 00:53:19 +0000 https://www.videomaker.com/?p=73014893 The high-angle shot is a classic angle that allows filmmakers to establish a location and communicate grand emotions.

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]]> What is shutter angle and why is it important? https://www.videomaker.com/how-to/shooting/camera-settings/what-is-shutter-angle-and-why-is-it-important/ Mon, 06 Jun 2022 23:26:28 +0000 https://www.videomaker.com/?p=73005983 To understand what a shutter angle is, you must first understand film-based camera mechanics. Here's what you need to know.

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]]> What is focus peaking and how do you use it? https://www.videomaker.com/how-to/shooting/camera-settings/what-is-focus-peaking-and-how-to-use-it/ Tue, 07 Sep 2021 23:10:07 +0000 https://www.videomaker.com/?p=72082447 Focus peaking is a incredibly useful focus assitant that helps video shooters quickly and consistently capture sharp, clear images.

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]]> Controlling exposure – useful tips and tricks https://www.videomaker.com/article/c10/13528-controlling-exposure/ Wed, 24 Jun 2020 07:00:00 +0000 https://www.videomaker.com/uncategorized/controlling-exposure/ “Exposure” is the amount of light that hits the photo-sensitive element in a camera. Exposure controls the gradations of brightness you see on your screen – most consumer digital video cameras support 100 gradations between light and dark. (Your eye can distinguish about 10,000 gradations, and film can distinguish about 1000.) In a properly-exposed shot, […]

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]]> Are you checking these 6 things before a multicamera shoot? https://www.videomaker.com/how-to/shooting/camera-settings/are-you-checking-these-6-things-before-a-multicamera-shoot/ Tue, 24 Mar 2020 18:58:34 +0000 https://www.videomaker.com/?p=72043944 Multicamera setups can take a lot of work. To help out, we've come up with 6 essential things you need to check before every multicamera shoot.

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]]> The exposure triangle explained https://www.videomaker.com/article/c10/17956-exposure-triangle/ Fri, 19 Jul 2019 20:42:02 +0000 https://www.videomaker.com/uncategorized/exposure-triangle/ The exposure triangle is the most fundamental concept of image capture, yet many people know little about it. Here is a simple explanation.

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]]> How to use every control on your camera https://www.videomaker.com/how-to/shooting/camera-settings/how-to-use-every-control-on-your-camera/ Wed, 24 Apr 2019 18:59:38 +0000 https://www.videomaker.com/?p=72006641 You’ve purchased a new camera. Now, with a few deep in-breaths and inspiring ideas, you’re ready to venture into the world of video. You take the machine in your hands, and you notice plenty of buttons and have no idea what they do or why are they even there. Don’t panic! Let’s explore and learn […]

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