Shot Composition
An often discussed topic among church video tech people is the matter of shot composition. How much headroom is appropriate? Do the Rule of ThiRead More…
Category: Cameras
Fujinon lens nomenclature
In yesterday’s post we looked at Canon lens nomenclature. Today here are Fujinon’s. Note that similar to Canon the lens model’s prefix describes Read More…
Canon lens nomenclature
Ever wonder, “what do all those letters and numbers mean in a lens’ model number?” Most professional lens manufacturers follow a standardized claRead More…
Camera Operating Tips & Thoughts
In 2019 a perennial event called “Bridgefest” hosted by a regional radio station the church I attend operates occurred. They typically have ChriRead More…
Mastering Composition + Cinematography with Will Smith
Alan Lockwood, live Video Director & production junkie shared the following video on Facebook, “Mastering Composition + Cinematography with Will Read More…
How does distance & focal length impact a shot?
Recently a fellow tech & controlbooth.tv reader wrote in, “since I can achieve any particular field of view at various camera-to-talent distancRead More…
Black and Blue’s video – Lens Cleaning
Do you know how to clean your camera’s or projector’s lens the correct way? We have a really good post on the subject here on controlbooth.tv which Read More…
Camera Locations
“Location, location, location!” the old real estate adage goes. The three most essential factors in determining the desirability of a property is Read More…
Lens cleaning
A few years ago a TV show invited me to come by their set and take a look at their video projection system. The producers complained that the pRead More…
Buying your (third) camera first
Or… “Things you need to know before buying your first camera.” I’ve heard it said that some churches purchase three PA systems before thRead More…