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- Sony a6400 reviewed
- How to use every control on your camera
- The best cinema cameras and lenses
- Common lighting mistakes to avoid
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Contents Volume 39 • Number 11
MAY 2019
Viewfinder
An unmatched power
by Matthew York
Shooting
10 Shorts you need to see
by Kyle Cassidy
Editing
Post-production terminology
by Chris Gates
Documentary
Develop an idea into a doc
by Patty Mooney
Lighting
How to use lighting gels
by Jordan Maison
The best handheld stabilizers
Handheld stabilizers are the all the rage — and for good
reason. These handy video production tools allow cam-
era operators to capture smooth shots without sacrific-
ing freedom of movement.
10 vintage lenses to add to your kit:
An in-depth investigation
Using vintage lenses lends a unique character to modern
images while breathing new life into old glass.
by Michael Walsh
How to buy a camera
While we have more options and more technology than
ever before, buying a new camera has never been more
difficult. Here’s what you need to know.
The best DSLR & mirrorless cameras for
video in 2019
DSLR and mirrorless cameras dominate the video produc-
tion scene thanks to their impressive image quality and
relative affordability. Here are the best DSLR and mirror-
less cameras across several use cases.
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Online Video
4 Ways to get more subscribers
by David G. Welton
Technology
Lenses: How does focus work?
by Mike VanHelder
Spherical Video
A chat with Andrew Shulkind
by Jeff Chaves
Planning
How to plan a live stream
by Luis Oscar Maymi
Production Tips
How to write a short film script
by Nicole LaJeunesse
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