The camera assistant's manual / David E. Elkins.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Elkins, David E., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Cinematography--Handbooks, manuals, etc.

Cinematography.

Television camera operators--Handbooks, manuals, etc.

Television camera operators.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (509 p.)

Edition:

4th ed.

Place of Publication:

Burlington, Mass. : Focal Press, an imprint of Elsevier, 2005.

Language Note:

English

System Details:

text file

Summary:

Every film or video shoot calls for at least two camera assistants. Camera assistants (or first and second ACs, as they're known) have the important job of maintaining the camera, readying it for use, troubleshooting (such as knowing what to do when a camera drops into the ocean), and preparing it for transport. The Camera Assistant's Manual teaches the complete workflow in easy-to-understand terms and does not assume prior knowledge. It is a must-have on the set for camera assistants and is loaded with reference material such as camera illustrations, forms, charts, checklists, and equations.

Contents:

Front Cover; The Camera Assistant's Manual; Copyright Page; Contents; Preface; Acknowledgments; Introduction; 1. Basics of Cinematography; Film Formats; Sync Speed; Sync and MOS; Film Stock; Emulsion; Base; Anti-Halation Backing; Types of Film; Negative Film; Reversal Film; Film Stock Manufacturers; Film Stock Packaging Sizes; Exposure Index or ASA; Color Temperature and Color Balance; Aspect Ratios; Exposure Time; F-Stops and T-Stops; Exposure Meters; The Camera; Gate; Shutter; Inching Knob; Viewing System; Lens; Magazine; Motor; Additional Camera Components; Filters; Conversion Filters

Neutral Density FiltersPolarizing Filters; Combination Filters; Diffusion Filters; Fog Filters and Double Fog Filters; Low Contrast Filters; Soft Contrast Filters; Ultra Contrast Filters; Coral Filters; Enhancing Filters; Graduated Filters; Diopters; Optical Flat; Filter Manufacturers; Camera Mounts; Tripod and Spreader; High Hat/Low Hat; Tripod Heads; Steadicam; Dolly; Crane; 2. The Camera Department; Film Productions; Director of Photography; Camera Operator; First Assistant Cameraman; Second Assistant Cameraman; Loader; Video or HD Productions; Digital Imaging Technician; Video Controller

Camera UtilityDigital Utility; 3. Second Camera Assistant; Pre-Production; Working with the Laboratory; Obtaining Laboratory Supplies; Choosing and Ordering Expendables; Preparation of Camera Equipment; Preparation of Camera Truck; Preparation of Darkroom; Production; Start of the Day Procedures; Camera Reports; Recording Shot Information; Magazines; Loading Magazines; Unloading Magazines; Using a Changing Bag or Changing Tent; Setting Up the Camera; Marking Actors; Slates; Slating Procedures; Changing Lenses, Filters, and Magazines; Using a Video Tap and Monitor

Preparing Exposed Film for Delivery to the LabFilm Inventory and Record of Film Shot; Ordering Additional Film Stock; Storage and Care of Motion Picture Film; Film, X-Rays, and Carrying Film on Planes; Shipping Film (Exposed and Unexposed); Distribution of Reports; Record Keeping and Filing of Paperwork; Performing the Duties of First Camera Assistant; Packing Equipment; Tools and Accessories; Working in Video/HD; 2nd A.C. Tips; Post-Production; Wrapping Equipment; Resources; 2nd A.C. Review Checklist (Clapper/Loader); 4. First Camera Assistant; Pre-Production; Choosing Camera Equipment

Choosing and Ordering ExpendablesThe Rental House; Preparation of Camera Equipment; Production; Start of the Day Procedures; Loading and Unloading Film in the Camera; Keeping the Camera Clean; Oiling and Lubricating the Camera; Setting the Viewfinder Eyepiece; Checking for Lens Flares; Lenses; Depth of Field; F-Stops and T-Stops; Changing Lenses and Filters; Focus Measurements and Following Focus; Focusing Tips; Zoom Lens Moves; Footage Readings; Checking the Gate; Moving the Camera; Performing the Duties of Second Camera Assistant; Packing Equipment; Tools and Accessories; Using Computers

Working in Video/HD

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 432-437) and index.

ISBN:

9786611008659

9781136048821

1136048820

9781281008657

1281008656

9780080476377

0080476376

OCLC:

781242409