Media powerpoint camera op

Media powerpoint camera op

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  Media Studies Manual CameraOperation
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  White Balance » Thisis the method by which the camera is informed of the primary source of light being used. » How do you do a white balance? » What are the two primary sources of light being used. » What happens if you do not do a white balance?
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  Exposure » This isthe control which adjusts the amount of light being allowed into the camera. » This is measured in f-stops. » If the iris is open you allow in more light, and on screen have a low f-stop. » If the iris is closed you limit the amount of light going into the camera, you have a high f-stop.
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  FOCUS » Setting thefocus is extremely important as the distance between the subject and the background may be considerable. » What is the method of checking your focus ? » Using focus in film making is important, focus control can allow very creative effects, can you give any examples of this?
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  Shutter » This isthe control of the cameras time in which the iris is remained open. » low shutter - has a slow motion delay effect with strong motion blur. » High shutter - has a slight edge effect which increases clarity ideal for fast movements.
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  Framing / Composition »What is good headroom? » What is talk space? » Can you explain the rule of thirds?
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  180 line ofaction » What is this rule can you explain it?
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  180 Line » Thisis about the position of where the camera can be placed between two people talking. » Can be placed anywhere on the one side but should not cross. » If you cross the line it will look as if it is a mirrored image as if they have turned their backs.