Focus is a combination of lens aperture and light. Photo by: ‘Unsplash’. Smaller apertures, such as f/8 to f/16, will “force” all the light coming from outside to pass through a tiny hole and concentrate on the image sensor. As … Continue reading →

What are moving shots? Moving Shots: Cranes, Dollies and Steadicams.In filmmaking, camera movements are often referred to as dollies or dollying the camera. Dolly shots can be set up on rails or cables. Sometimes similar movement is accomplished through the … Continue reading →

During filming, they work out the positioning of the lights and fastest way to change the lighting setups between shots. Gaffers mediate between the DoP and the rest of the lighting crew. They’re also responsible for safety and need to … Continue reading →

Photron STEDY PRO 550 Tripod Easy to carry, this compact tripod is a great option for mobile phones, compact cameras and even most DSLRs. It comes with a 3-way pan head and a quick-release plate, which makes it ideal for … Continue reading →

To shoot a short film, you’ll need a camera, lights, and something to record audio. Select filming equipment that meets your needs and your budget. If you’re on a small budget, you can usually find a digital camera for under … Continue reading →

No, you don’t need it for every type of shoot, but for lower light, composite shots, or HDR it is necessary. A cheap tripod can really limit what you can do. I’ve had many fail to hold or support the … Continue reading →

Phone stands are designed to prop up phones so you can view the screen hands-free. Simple supplies such as paperclips, binder clips, toilet paper cardboard tubes, or old plastic cards are all ideal for making a quick and easy phone … Continue reading →

Our review of Insta360 One X It all feels very foreign until you get use to it, but even then it’s not the easiest thing to use. There is also built-in image stabilization that Insta360 calls “FlowState,” which keeps video … Continue reading →

How can I increase the height of my tripod? Height Adjustment Loosen the centre column dial. Rotate the centre column crank to raise the tripod head. Tighten the centre column dial. What’s a good height for a tripod? A tripod … Continue reading →

The Oculus is a 24/7 facility. We recommend scheduling film and photo shoots during non-peak hours, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Each request will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. There are also restricted areas within the space where … Continue reading →

Fletcher Chicago. The camera was fastened to a rail system that ran on the top of the glass on one side of the ice rink. As the play shifted from end to end, the motorized mount allowed the camera to … Continue reading →

the Soul Sanctum. A secret room on the top of the Soul Sanctum, just before fighting Soul Master. The room which leads up to it is filled with Mistakes and Follies which can make reaching the Charm nearly impossible without … Continue reading →

Some bass pros think the effectiveness of the red fishing hook is a myth. For those of us that have consciously observed it, in comparison to silver black fishing hook, it works like a miracle. The only difference is that … Continue reading →

What is the best bait to catch a bass with? Bass like to ambush wounded prey, so a beat-up worm is perfect to use, especially in shallow water. In shallow cover—wood, stumps, clumps of grass—I like to use a spinner … Continue reading →

Fishing rod weight chart Rod weight Line weight Recommended species & application Medium 6 – 12 lb test Bass, walleye, pike, lake trout Medium Heavy 8 – 14 lb test Salmon, pike, catfish (casting) Heavy 15 – 25 lb test … Continue reading →