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Visual Storytelling

What is the rack focus shot?

Rack focus is a powerful tool that can transform your video. Mastering this technique can elevate your video visuals. So, what is it?

Files and Formats

Video formats for cell phones

Videomaker

Need help deciding on which video format you should use for your video shot on your cell phone? We'll help you pick the right format.

Visual Storytelling

The tracking shot defined

Kyle Alsberry

Tracking shots are a perfect way for videographers to add dynamic movement to their videos and film projects.

Files and Formats

Do you really need your camera to capture DCI 4K?

Jason Miller

Should you get a camera with 4K DCI, or is UHD good enough? The answer isn't as complicated as you may think.

Camera Equipment

How to capture the rare total solar eclipse on April 8th

Kyle Alsberry

A total solar eclipse will cross over North America on April 8, 2024. Here's what you should know before you go capturing this rare event.

Camera Equipment

The best phone cases for videography right now

Kyle Alsberry

If you're a filmmaker that uses your phone to capture video, you need the right phone case to keep your phone (and its camera) protected.

Camera Equipment

Everything you need for a video podcast setup

Stephen Mandel Joseph

So, you want to start a video podcast. That's great, but you before you can start, you need to make sure you get the right gear for the job.

Camera Settings

The dos and don’ts of shooting in log

Pete Tomkies

Many cameras today support log shooting, but if you want to make sure your videos look great using log, you need to know how to use it.

News

RED vs. ARRI: Who makes the better cinema camera?

Kyle Alsberry

Both RED and ARRI cameras are the best of the best cinema camera companies. But which one makes the better cameras? Let's find out.

Camera Equipment

The best cheap video cameras: Budget cameras under $500

Tony Morales

Sometimes, you have to work with a tight budget. That's why we're highlighting affordable cameras that offer exceptional value on the cheap.