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Professional Cameraman's Handbook, The, Fourth Edition (Hardcover)
by SYLVIA E CARLSON (Author), VERNE CARLSON (Author) "In the major film studios, the duties and responsibilities of each member of the camera crew are strictly defined..." (more)
Key Phrases: insert film end, place exposed roll, inching knob, Courtesy of Arnold, Director of Photography, Courtesy of Mitchell Camera Corp (more...)
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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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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 (December 30, 1993)
  • 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 (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars 3 customer reviews (3 customer reviews)
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In the major film studios, the duties and responsibilities of each member of the camera crew are strictly defined. Read the first page
Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
insert film end, place exposed roll, inching knob, ampere pico, lock counterclockwise, camera mounting plate, ribbon mattes, core keyway, lockdown screw, offset viewfinder, magazine drive gear, spindle wheel clockwise, open camera door, reflex mirror for viewing, removable aperture plate, single pulldown claw, magazine throat, magazine feed side, feed lid, phenolic gear,