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How to shoot like a pro 10
Is this thing on?
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4 steps for avoiding overex- posure 8
Rules: what’s allowed, what’s not 2
Your best shoot ever! A pre- production checklist 20
Help! 7 common problems solved 18
SOUND
Everything you need to know about selecting sound inputs and setting and monitoring audio levels. Consult the
MICROPHONES
NWCT has a variety of microphones available for
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VIDEO IMAGE
Know how to determine your dominant light source and set the iris level, neu- tral density filter, and white balance. Zoos aren’t the only place to find zebras!
2Policies
What’s allowed, what’s not.
3Checkout form
Lose it. Break it. Buy it.
4Power
DC or AC? You can’t shoot without it!
6Audio setup chart
Easy to follow. Every conceivable setup.
15Clips
Recording, playing, deleting.
16Default settings
Resetting default menu settings just might solve your technical problems.
17Quick setup checklist
We’ve got a list you’ll want to use!
17 Scene file settings |
Pick from six scene |
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Choosing the right
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Be prepared for anything on shoot day!
21Talent release
BETTER SHOOTING | HELP! | 14 | Formatting | Just in | |
Wonder how the pros do it? | Need to troubleshoot? Walk | likes being sued. | |||
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