-
April, 2012
by Heath McKnight
Filters, matte boxes, controllers and adapters - there's a bevy of accessories to place in front of your lens to help you create a better picture. From…
-
January, 2012
by Mark Holder
For the serious videographer looking for maximum HDSLR creativity, the Z-Finder EVF Pro by Zacuto is an investment worth considering.
-
September, 2011
by Heath McKnight
Many filmmakers and videographers are turning to 35mm adapters and interchangeable lenses to achieve a more cinematic look.
-
September, 2011
by John Devcic and the Videomaker Editors
One of the biggest developments in the camcorder industry lately isn't about formats, recording media or 3D imaging, it's the ability to shoot a film-like…
-
April, 2011
by Heath McKnight
Filters are an important accessory for every camera operator and digital filmmaker. Not only do they help correct the image, such as color balance, neutral…
-
December, 2009
by Nathan Beaman
In 35mm adapters, the ground glass often moves in order to simulate a film grain look, and to minimize the presence of the ground glass texture in your image.
-
March, 2009
by Mark Montgomery
Lens filters can block the level of light reaching your camera and protect your precious lens from harm. Taking them up a notch, you can soften faces, make…
-
January, 2009
by John Burkhart
Goin' Prime-Time. One of the main tools of the cinematographer's art for controlling image properties is depth of field (DOF). If you're going for the "Film…
-
December, 2008
by Jim Costa
Most consumer and prosumer video cameras come with only a permanently-affixed, built-in lens that lets you zoom in and out. While this works in most…
-
November, 2007
by Kyle Cassidy
Bored by your video camera's limitations? Wish you had a wider lens, longer zoom or could connect your camcorder to a telescope or microscope? Try looking at lens adapters!
-
February, 2010
by Michael Reff
With just a few basic facts about camera filters you will be on your way to being a pro. Filters are all about experimentation through trial and error.