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Cinema & Broadcast Camera Description
When renting a camera for your project, you should consider the nature of your project and choose accordingly. An HD camera can be great for filming movies, but you might want to use a broadcast camera if you are filming a concert or a game. A number of different options are out there, so take your time to find the one that works for your film. If you have specific product or manufacturer questions, a KWIPPED supplier will happily assist you .
Features of cinema & broadcast cameras
The camera will often have a monitor, so you can see what’s happening while you are filming. If it doesn’t, you can always hook it up to an external monitor. They also have interchangeable lenses. These are very important for getting different types of shots, so when you are choosing a camera to rent, you should also think about the lenses you will need. The cameras will also have controls for changing focus, opening and closing the iris, and more. Different cameras may have more or fewer features than others do. The quality of the footage is what really matters though.
How cinema & broadcast cameras work
When you are shooting any type of film project, you will quickly realize that there is more to using the camera than just pointing it in the right direction. Most of the cameras will have on board settings for white balance, color and contrast, and the like. Using the right settings during filming can make editing much easier. Some of the cameras today still use tape as a medium, but people are increasingly turning to digital technology. With the right camera and editing software, digital can look very similar to film.
About cinema & broadcast cameras
When you are filming any type of project, you have to make sure you are using the right type of camera for the job. If you are shooting a film, then you may want to use a high definition camera or even a mini DV for some types of projects. Those who are filming live television or who want that type of look should consider using a broadcast camera for the job. When choosing a camera, you should think about the overall end look you want for the project and chose the camera that’s most appropriate for the task.
Cinema & Broadcast Camera Applications
Film
Video
Commercials
Television
Live broadcasts
Cinema & Broadcast Camera Manufacturers
Bell & Howell
Digital Bolex
Mitchell Camera
Panavision
Red Digital Cinema Camera Company
Arri
Aaton Digital
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