DSLR Cinematography Guide
While researching this topic I came across a great resource I wanted to share with you. Koo manages a blog calle "NofilmSchool" and offers a free pdf version of his DSLR Cinematography Guide at: http://nofilmschool.com/dslr/ I downloaded this to my iPad thinking it would make an interesting way to kill some time at the next faculty meeting but it quickly became my primary source for information on this topic. It is well worth the time for both instructors and students.
Sample Media Files
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Drop Sample Video Files (zip file 332mb)
Adobe
Adobe Youth Voices - Free and full of great curriculum and the Aspire Awards
Adobe TV - Great content related to all their products and the media industry
Adobe Education Exchange - searchable by subject, grade level and application
Adobe TV - Great content related to all their products and the media industry
Adobe Education Exchange - searchable by subject, grade level and application
Resources
Beginner series - really easy to understand :
Although centered around the Canon T2i, most of these tutorials cover basic principles that apply to DSLR videography in general.
Part 1: Introduction
Part 2: Lens assembly
Part 3: On-off, recording, movie mode
Part 4: Focal Length & Prime VS Zoom
Part 5: Perspective
Part 6: Shutter Speed & FPS
Part 7: Aperture
Part 8: Depth of Field
Part 9: ISO
Part 10: White Balance
Produced by Reap Media: http://www.reap-media.com/jons-dslr-video-guide-part-1/
Jon has posted additional tutorial so check out his site.
Phillip Bloom slight Above beginner series
Introduction to DSLR Cameras : Step 1 Research
Setting up your DSLR : Step 2 Getting the camera ready to shoot
DSLR Lenses Step 3: Choosing a lens
DSLR Accessories Step 4: Gearing up
Shooting video with a DSLR Step 5: Camera Settings and Shooting Techniques
Recording sound for DSLRs Step 6 Ways to Record Sound with External Devices
Timelapse with a DSLR Step 7 Bend the Space-Time Continuum with a Timelapse
Nighttime Shooting with a DSLR Step 8: Getting a Good Shot in Low Light Conditions
Shooting and Editing HDSLR Video Using Adobe Tools
http://tv.adobe.com/show/shooting-and-editing-hdslr-video-using-adobe-tools/
AdoramaTV - DSLR Video Skills
http://www.adorama.com/alc/category/AdoramaTV-DSLR-Video-Skills
National Geographic: DSLR HD Video Tips: Shooting Basics ***
http://video.nationalgeographic.com/video/player/specials/photography-specials/photo-tips/basics-dslr-hd-video-tips.html
Videos: Shooting Basics | Stabilizing the Camera | Capturing Movement | Accessories
How to Use Your HDSLR System Optimally for Video
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/indepth/photography/tips-solutions/how-use-your-hdslr-system-optimally-video
How To Guide for Shooting HD Video With A DSLR Camera
http://www.reelseo.com/hd-video-dslr-camera/
Learning DSLR Video ***
http://www.learningdslrvideo.com/
Video DSLRs vs Camcorders
http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/camcorders/cam-cam.shtml
Essential DSLR Accessories for Shooting Oscar-Worthy HD Video
http://www.switched.com/2010/05/24/essential-dslr-accessories-for-shooting-oscar-worthy-hd-video/
CineStories – Web site for the guys from “Getting Into Motion Tour”
http://cinestories.com/blog/blog/
Magic Lantern – cool firmware tool
http://magiclantern.wikia.com/wiki/Magic_Lantern_Firmware_Wiki
Magic Lantern Meters Tutorial
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwH67g8yfik
Beginners Guide to HD Video
http://www.dpreview.com/articles/2015434044/beginners-guide-to-hd-video
Jason Levine - Worldwide Adobe Guy
http://www.boodahjoomusic.com/blog/
Richard Harrington's Blog - Creative Cow Guy
http://www.richardharringtonblog.com/
Camera Resources
Canon Learning Center
http://www.learn.usa.canon.com/home/home.shtml
Nikon Learning and Explore
http://www.nikonusa.com/Learn-And-Explore/index.page
Google Alerts: This is a great way to keep feeding your need to learn more about any topic.
http://www.google.com/alerts
Podcast
Creative Cow DSLR HD: http://podcasts.creativecow.net/dslr-video-podcast
DSLR Video Shooter: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast//id354891850
Video Production
Production 101 - A great site for teaching video production
http://video101course.com/
Adobe Youth Voices - video production resouces, student gallery and Aspire Awards
http://youthvoices.adobe.com/
Storyboarding - This is a collection of the tools I teach on how to storyboard.
Handouts
Cinematography Guide
Film Production Roles
Production Process
Examples
http://vimeo.com/35290609
Books
The Guerrilla Guide To Moviemaking, "How to make a professional looking film or video when you have limited resources", RIck Bell, ISBN 9780615457000
Filmmaking for Teens: Pulling Off Your Shorts
ISBN 978-1-932907-68-1
Music
Jam Studios - This is a really cool online tool for creating music. If you request an access code as an educator they may grant your students access!
Sound Cloud - This is a great way to share your audio files
Independent Movie Studio - Free until July
Storyboarding - Cool example
Although centered around the Canon T2i, most of these tutorials cover basic principles that apply to DSLR videography in general.
Part 1: Introduction
Part 2: Lens assembly
Part 3: On-off, recording, movie mode
Part 4: Focal Length & Prime VS Zoom
Part 5: Perspective
Part 6: Shutter Speed & FPS
Part 7: Aperture
Part 8: Depth of Field
Part 9: ISO
Part 10: White Balance
Produced by Reap Media: http://www.reap-media.com/jons-dslr-video-guide-part-1/
Jon has posted additional tutorial so check out his site.
Phillip Bloom slight Above beginner series
Introduction to DSLR Cameras : Step 1 Research
Setting up your DSLR : Step 2 Getting the camera ready to shoot
DSLR Lenses Step 3: Choosing a lens
DSLR Accessories Step 4: Gearing up
Shooting video with a DSLR Step 5: Camera Settings and Shooting Techniques
Recording sound for DSLRs Step 6 Ways to Record Sound with External Devices
Timelapse with a DSLR Step 7 Bend the Space-Time Continuum with a Timelapse
Nighttime Shooting with a DSLR Step 8: Getting a Good Shot in Low Light Conditions
Shooting and Editing HDSLR Video Using Adobe Tools
http://tv.adobe.com/show/shooting-and-editing-hdslr-video-using-adobe-tools/
AdoramaTV - DSLR Video Skills
http://www.adorama.com/alc/category/AdoramaTV-DSLR-Video-Skills
National Geographic: DSLR HD Video Tips: Shooting Basics ***
http://video.nationalgeographic.com/video/player/specials/photography-specials/photo-tips/basics-dslr-hd-video-tips.html
Videos: Shooting Basics | Stabilizing the Camera | Capturing Movement | Accessories
How to Use Your HDSLR System Optimally for Video
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/indepth/photography/tips-solutions/how-use-your-hdslr-system-optimally-video
How To Guide for Shooting HD Video With A DSLR Camera
http://www.reelseo.com/hd-video-dslr-camera/
Learning DSLR Video ***
http://www.learningdslrvideo.com/
Video DSLRs vs Camcorders
http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/camcorders/cam-cam.shtml
Essential DSLR Accessories for Shooting Oscar-Worthy HD Video
http://www.switched.com/2010/05/24/essential-dslr-accessories-for-shooting-oscar-worthy-hd-video/
CineStories – Web site for the guys from “Getting Into Motion Tour”
http://cinestories.com/blog/blog/
Magic Lantern – cool firmware tool
http://magiclantern.wikia.com/wiki/Magic_Lantern_Firmware_Wiki
Magic Lantern Meters Tutorial
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwH67g8yfik
Beginners Guide to HD Video
http://www.dpreview.com/articles/2015434044/beginners-guide-to-hd-video
Jason Levine - Worldwide Adobe Guy
http://www.boodahjoomusic.com/blog/
Richard Harrington's Blog - Creative Cow Guy
http://www.richardharringtonblog.com/
Camera Resources
Canon Learning Center
http://www.learn.usa.canon.com/home/home.shtml
Nikon Learning and Explore
http://www.nikonusa.com/Learn-And-Explore/index.page
Google Alerts: This is a great way to keep feeding your need to learn more about any topic.
http://www.google.com/alerts
Podcast
Creative Cow DSLR HD: http://podcasts.creativecow.net/dslr-video-podcast
DSLR Video Shooter: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast//id354891850
Video Production
Production 101 - A great site for teaching video production
http://video101course.com/
Adobe Youth Voices - video production resouces, student gallery and Aspire Awards
http://youthvoices.adobe.com/
Storyboarding - This is a collection of the tools I teach on how to storyboard.
Handouts
Cinematography Guide
Film Production Roles
Production Process
Examples
http://vimeo.com/35290609
Books
The Guerrilla Guide To Moviemaking, "How to make a professional looking film or video when you have limited resources", RIck Bell, ISBN 9780615457000
Filmmaking for Teens: Pulling Off Your Shorts
ISBN 978-1-932907-68-1
Music
Jam Studios - This is a really cool online tool for creating music. If you request an access code as an educator they may grant your students access!
Sound Cloud - This is a great way to share your audio files
Independent Movie Studio - Free until July
Storyboarding - Cool example
Joe Dockery | [email protected] | 425-831-8126
Mount Si High School | CTE Digital Media Teacher
Mount Si High School | CTE Digital Media Teacher