The Professional Cameraman's Handbook (Fourth Edition) [Hardcover]

Sylvia E. Carlson (Author), Verne Carlson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 13, 1994 | ISBN-10: 024080080X | ISBN-13: 978-0240800806 | Edition: 4

This new edition of an all-time best-seller is completely revised and updated and details the components and step-by-step use of over forty of the most widely used film cameras. Significant new topics include time code and time code slates, video assist, and the Steadicam film stabilizing system. Among a few of the new camera systems are the Aaton 16mm; Arriflex 535, 35-3, 35-BL3 and -BL4, and 16BL; Fries 35R3; and the all new Panavision Panaflex 35mm and 16mm. The book teaches basic film camera procedures and troubleshooting techniques. It also looks at all the components, accessories (including lenses), and support systems.



Details the step-by-step use of most film cameras.
Updated to cover the newest cameras.
Describes both the technique and equipment necessary to be an efficient cameraman.

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From the Publisher

This new edition of an all-time best-seller is completely revised and updated and details the components and step-by-step use of over forty of the most widely used film cameras. Significant new topics include time code and time code slates, video assist, and the Steadicam film stabilizing system. Among a few of the new camera systems are the Aaton 16mm; Arriflex 535, 35-3, 35-BL3 and -BL4, and 16BL; Fries 35R3; and the all new Panavision Panaflex 35mm and 16mm. The book teaches basic film camera procedures and troubleshooting techniques. It also looks at all the components, accessories (including lenses), and support systems.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 576 pages
• Publisher: Focal Press; 4 edition (January 13, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 024080080X
• ISBN-13: 978-0240800806
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.7 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,027,239 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Best source for camera specs, April 26, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The Professional Cameraman's Handbook (Fourth Edition) (Hardcover)

Because it hasn't been updated Professional Cameraman's Handbook is missing some newer equipment, but it is the best source for information for pre-1994 camera equipment. I'll buy the 5th edition as soon as it is available.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars EXCELLENT ,BRILLIANT AND A REAL HELP, September 4, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Professional Cameraman's Handbook (Fourth Edition) (Hardcover)

I have bought this book in 1995 and it was a real help for me.I live in greece and most of the times d.o.p. stands as a camera operator too.I have made lot's of films since then but there was two of them with second-hand 16 mm Eclair bought from two old filmakers.(no operators manual in it and i have never heard this machines before!).As cinematographers know, many things depend of the expirience someone have on specific equipment that is using.this cameras was one Npr and one Acl (S16patend).My assistand get scared when he saw the Acl!! I JUST GIVE HIM THE BOOK AND EVERYTHING GO PERFECT!! THE AUTHOR IS A REAL PRO AND WE GET TOO THRU HIS KNOWLEDGE.THANK YOU.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Essential reference, April 26, 2009

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This review is from: The Professional Cameraman's Handbook (Fourth Edition) (Hardcover)

This is an essential reference for professional cameramen, and an insightful book for those who want to see some of the "nuts and bolts"of how a cameraman works. Lots of detail, and extensive discussion of specific cameras and their use.