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7D

In this episode we look at using close-up filters to shoot macro images on any lens. These filters are essentially a magnifying glass for your lens and are affordable.

Here are links to the different filter sizes available on B&H:

43mm46mm 49mm52mm55mm58mm62mm72mm77mm.

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8 Simple steps for getting started with DSLR video.

Alex Maximov recently messaged me with this question:

“I am getting into DSLR stuff and I am thinking of buying Rebel t2i camera.
What would be your advice for me as a beginning cinematographer?…”

I have been receiving a lot of emails from people asking where to start with learning DSLR video. This guide is my answer to those interested in getting started. This is also the process that got me started.

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I have been shooting a lot of podcast episodes for the Home Film School Student series and thought I would share how we shoot and put one of them together.

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A Simple solution to removing those nasty brown horizontal band lines from your DSLR video footage using Final Cut Pro’s 3 Way Color Corrector.

Excuse my cold. I see this problem a lot online in forum posts, Vimeo videos, and even Jem Schofield runs into it. While the best way to deal with it is not to shoot under older florescence lights, there is a way to fix previously capture footage.

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In this episode, I share a rig setup I use for documentary and interview shoots. For show notes visit www.DSLRVideoShooter.com.

THE PARTS

Below are links to where you can find the gear and accessories mentioned in the podcast. Read the full article →

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