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Shotgun microphones are long microphones shaped like shotguns and used for highly directional audio pickup. The “shotgun microphone” is one of the most common microphones used by creators in film, television, and Internet video. It is used for highly directional audio pickup and recording and is named after its slotted tube resembles a shotgun barrel. … Read more
When it comes to portable audio recorders, Zoom and Tascam are the dominant brands, but there are other excellent options available. Whether you’re a new or seasoned podcaster or YouTuber, you’ve probably considered improving the audio quality of your productions. While better audio can be obtained by using filmmaking microphones such as shotgun and lav mics, as well as understanding … Read more
Lavalier Microphones & Lapel Mics – Get recommendations for the best lapel microphones for creators of all budgets. Despite being one of the most commonly used mics in film, video, and live productions, the lavalier microphone will never be seen in a movie and will only be seen occasionally in television and internet videos if used properly. This … Read more
In photography and filmmaking, shutter speed and shutter angle are used to calculate exposure time. Whether you’re shooting photos or videos, digitally or on film, the exposure is the foundation of the process: how long you expose your film or sensor to light. Simply put, the longer the exposure time, the more light will reach … Read more
180 Degree Rule Highlights – When two characters interact in a scene, keeping the camera on one side of an imaginary line helps the audience keep track of the narrative. The 180 degree rule is a fundamental principle of filmmaking that is used to create a sense of continuity and coherence in a scene. The … Read more
Filmmaking Tips for Beginners It is simple to make videos. Anyone and everyone with a smartphone can make a quick film anytime and anyplace. But, creating great videos, on the other hand, necessitates creativity, practice, and a basic understanding of filmmaking. If you want to have fun making videos that inspire others and communicate a … Read more
Highlights – Your fill light works in tandem with your key light to lift shadows and highlight details in your scene. The intensity of the fill light is usually about half that of the intensity of the key light. A fill light does not have to be an actual light; often, a reflector will suffice. … Read more
Highlights – All light has a temperature and, as a result, a color. Different light sources produce light at different temperatures and thus colors; the color temperature of the sun changes throughout the day. Differences in light color can give your work a different feel and create odd color casts in your footage if you … Read more
White Light Balance Highlights: What you think of as “white light” is actually a mixture of different wavelengths of light that vary in color and temperature. Different light sources emit light at varying temperatures (measured in Kelvin). You must accurately white balance your camera in order for white to appear as white and to avoid … Read more
5 Rules For Effective Low Budget Filmmaking When it comes to filmmaking, the most common concern that new filmmakers have when thinking of making a film is a lack of funding. Beginner filmmakers are discouraged because they believe that no film they will make will match the quality of big-budget Hollywood productions. When it comes … Read more