Camera workshop 1

We went into the studio and were shown various parts of equipment used to set up a film camera. We were shown the tripod, then the spirit, then the gear stick, and finally the camera that sits on top. The camera is called Black magic 4K mini URSA.

We learnt about the "yours" and mine "rule" which is technique used to ensure the camera isn't dropped as it's heavy and expensive. when passing the camera you communicate with the person you pass to so that when the weight is transferred and you have full control. 

The spirit level is on the tripod and the there is a bubble on it you use to centre the camera. It's also where you balance the camera as well as to pan and tilt it.

We learnt how to use a tripod safely and correctly after taking it out it's case. When opening it up in the place you want it, you bring up the bottom section first so the weight is at the bottom of the tripod instead of unbalanced on the top. Key tips we were given were to always click the knobs in so it's secure, and to lift and bring down the tripod together when adjusting the height.

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To focus on a shot there is a focus lense as there is for zooming in as well. You turn it until you get the distance or focus you desire.

Matt taught us that you need to zoom in and then focus before zooming out on a shot, so that you are guaranteed to have focus. Whereas if you just assumed you did you would zoom in to a blurry shot. He also informed us that when we are filming a person we should use their eyes as a focus point as itis the most detailed facial feature. 

White balancing is in reference to the light source and how it alters the lighting/colour of your shot. how much brightness or darkness is in the lense.

Striking the kit is what we did when we were finished with the camera which is basically deconstructing all the equipment and putting it neatly and correctly into the bag/box.