How To Become a Director Of Photography – Must-Know Tips!

You always hear people say I want to become a Director or you hear them say they want to be an Actor or Actress. But how often do you hear people saying ‘I would like to become a Director of Photography’. Rarely! But the truth is that without a Director of Photography or Cinematographer, a film would not get made. A Director of Photography possesses the technical knowledge of the cameras (and sometimes the lighting) to ensure that the shots required are completely to the highest quality.

Ultimately, there are a few things you MUST know if you want to know How To Become a Director Of Photography:

1. You need to know how the ‘ladder’ works that progresses to the role of the Director of Photography. If you want to know How To Become a Director Of Photography, then you need to know where to start. Within the camera department, once you get in, there is a clear and defined path you will find yourself following:

Starting at:

- Video Assist / Video Playback Operator

- Camera Trainee

- Clapper Loader

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How To Buy A Digital Camera-How Not To Buy The Wrong Camera

Are you planning to buy a digital camera? Not sure what to look for? Have you bought a digital camera before that you weren’t satisfied with? It’s amazing how many people I’ve met who are unhappy with their digital camera. Many of these people took lots of pictures, and had 35mm film cameras that they were very happy with. While it is far easier to buy a digital camera now that you will be happy with, it is still also easy to choose a digital camera that will disappoint you. It is also very easy to spend far more for a digital camera then you need to. It is also important to get a digital camera that is capable of doing what you want, otherwise, all you will have bought is an expensive paperweight.

You will find here how to buy a digital camera. You will be able to choose what models have features that you need, the right resolution for you, and know what to avoid. My goal is to help you make an informed choice based on the features that will really make a difference. I won’t tell you what model to buy, because models will change within months. You will, by following these guidelines, be able to choose a digital camera that won’t make you feel like it’s outdated next year. Read the rest of this entry »

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Learn Digital Photography Now – Buying a New Digital Camera

Purchasing a new digital camera can be a very overwhelming experience. Technology is continually changing and there seems to be upgraded cameras available every month! With these changes you can still ensure that you purchase the right camera for your needs by understanding the technology. You will not be able to understand all of it, however you can gain the knowledge to make the right decisions. This article will cover the features of digital cameras that are most important for you to understand.

For starters we have to understand the similarities of film and digital cameras. In short, a camera is a light tight box that allows exposure of a light-sensitive material through the use of a shutter and an aperture. This definition does not change from film to digital cameras, nor does the process.

Both types of cameras have Lenses, which focus the image and control how the image will look (wide or telephoto). The lens is also one of the most important factors in determining overall image quality. The better the lens quality, the sharper and more clear your image. In film or digital photography- poor lenses=poor image quality. Read the rest of this entry »

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