The Role of the Cinematographer

The Cinematographers Team

Aesthetics

Attributes of the Visual Image

Framing

Lighting

Setup (Source & Shadows)

Three-Point Setup

Setup Variations

Fill Light Setup

Hints for Creative Lighting

Film Tech Theory

Film Stock

Film Cameras

Lenses

Filters

Contrast

Light Ratios

Light Meters

Metering & Exposure

Printing

Video Tech Theory

Video Cameras (Sensors, Image Processing, Storage)

Video Recording (Scanning and Definition)

Formats, Systems, Standards

Videotape Stock

Removable Memory Cards

Waveform Monitor and Vectorscope

Video Exposure

Video Contrast

Picture Monitor

Time Code

Digital Tech Theory

Digital Basics

Pixels

Bits

Sampling and Quantizing

Compression Basics

MPEG vs. DV Compression

Recap of Quality Variables

Comparison of Formats

HD vs. 35mm

RAW Codec

Red One 4K Camera

DSLR Cameras

Popular Digital Cameras

Lighting Technology

Fresnel Light Fixtures

Open-Face Light Fixtures

Special Purpose Fixtures (Kino Flo, Chinese Lanterns, etc.)

Fixture Selection

Light Control

Mounting Lights

Application

Set Procedure & Reports

The Digital Imaging Technician

Working with Interiors

Working with Exteriors

Building the Lighting Set-Up

Current Techniques

Tricks of The Trade & Other Applications

Lighting for Movement

Group Shots

Car Interiors

Getting the Most Out Of Limited Equipment

Effects with Light, Exposure, & Filters

DV Production

Testing

The "Zone System"

Sample Lessons

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