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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
How-To Videos Highlight – In pre-production, start with a great script or outline, create a storyboard, and focus on the content your audience wants. Obtain sufficient coverage to demonstrate the process step by step while recording high-quality audio. Put it all together in post-production. Set the appropriate tempo, sweeten your audio, and add some royalty-free background … Read more
Learn everything there is to know about YouTube SEO. Learn what it is, why it is important, and what factors you should consider. Learn and comprehend the key elements that will boost your YouTube SEO, such as keywords and phrases, titling, thumbnails, and more. By following this guide, you may be able to improve your … Read more