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How to choose the right computer for video editing: 4 key...

Buying the best workstation for your needs means understanding how the CPU, GPU, RAM and storage options work together to enhance overall performance.
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Drone Safety: Tips and Best Practices

Playing the OddsDrones are just like any other piece of gear; at times, they can and do fail. Similarly, pilots are just like any...
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Take Flight with These 8 Must-have Drone Shots

Camera-equipped drones are capable of capturing brilliant, awe-inspiring shots, and chances are you’ll want to learn the essentials of beautiful aerial cinematography yourself.
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Deciphering Mic Tech Specs

Have you ever struggled choosing the best microphone for a particular situation? Let us demystify mic specifications to give you the power to make the best choice.

What is mise-en-scène? An essential filmmaking concept

Mise-en-scène means “placing on stage” and refers to props, lighting, wardrobe and blocking.
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Best microphones for DSLRs — 2023

If you need a new microphone for your DSLR or want to capture the best possible audio with it, look no further than this handy buyer's guide.
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Editing in 4K: Minimum System Requirements

To start editing 4K video, you’ll first need to ask yourself some questions about your projects. What type of footage will you be editing:...
As cameras have increased their video resolution and framerate capabilities over the years, the SD specifications have evolved to include more space and faster write times.

How to Choose the Right SD Card

SD stands for “Secure Digital” — it’s a technical specification published in the waning years of the 20th century, created by three digital giants:...
Make shooting RAW your default plan; you can always change it.

When to shoot RAW (and when to skip it)

A RAW image frame is like a film negative — different processing can give you different results.
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3 Tips for an Effective Multi-Action-Cam Shoot

The action camera market segment, popularized by GoPro, has made point of view (POV) filmmaking accessible to the masses. There’s something compelling about watching...

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Camera Movement Techniques

Camera movement: 11 techniques you should master

A static frame is not only boring to your audience; by keeping the camera still, you’re also missing out on one of the most fundamental storytelling tools in cinema — movement.

Hollyland’s LARK M2S aims to be the go-to microphone for on-the-go content creators

With the new year, Hollyland has announced a follow-up to the Hollyland LARK M2: the Hollyland LARK M2S. This new version of Hollyland’s discreet M2 microphone remains compact but offers more features, including a longer range and extended battery life. In short, the Hollyland...
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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?
Video formats for cell phones

Video formats for cell phones

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.
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The tracking shot defined

Tracking shots are a perfect way for videographers to add dynamic movement to their videos and film projects.
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Do you really need your camera to capture DCI 4K?

Should you get a camera with 4K DCI, or is UHD good enough? The answer isn't as complicated as you may think.
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How to capture the rare total solar eclipse on April 8th

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.
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The best phone cases for videography right now

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.
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Everything you need for a video podcast setup

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.
The dos and don'ts of log shooting

The dos and don’ts of shooting in log

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

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

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.
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The best cheap video cameras: Budget cameras under $500

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

The Most Deadly Mistakes When Shooting Interviews (And How to Survive...

Are you making these deadly mistakes when shooting interviews? Don’t let them ruin your chance to impress your audience and clients! In this video,...

Say Goodbye to Dark Footage: Tips for Assessing Low-Light Performance

Do you ever struggle with shooting video in low-light situations? Don't worry, we've got you covered. In this video, we'll be sharing our top...

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