Intro to Broadcast Cameras

ENG Shoot VS Truck Shoot

2024-02-15T10:43:44-05:00

ENG Shoot Incredibly simple but gets the job done. ENG = "Electronic News Gathering" Collecting raw and unedited video. Usually storing video onto a card or broadcasting through a wireless medium. One man camera crew. Best used for interviews and color shots. Video and Audio is edited in post production. Simple "On the Fly" Shoots.

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Time Management on Shoots

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Effective time management is essential for freelancers in broadcast television, as they often work on tight deadlines and with multiple clients.   Here are some tips for managing time effectively:   Create a schedule: Make a detailed schedule for each day, with specific times blocked out for each task/gig. This can help you stay on

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White Balancing

2023-08-10T11:44:59-04:00

White balancing is the process of adjusting the camera's settings to ensure that the colors in the image are accurate and neutral, regardless of the lighting conditions. This is an important step in setting up a camera system for broadcast or video production.   To white balance a broadcast lens, follow these steps:   Choose

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Identifying Broadcast Lens

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In the picture below you can see "XA17x7.6BRM-M58B" printed on the label. We refer to this lens as a 17x. All broadcast lenses will have a # with an x printed on the side. The x denotes the amount of magnification available through that lens. On Classic trucks we refer to any 26x or smaller

Identifying Broadcast Lens2023-05-11T23:38:04-04:00
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