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The DSLR Filmmaker's Handbook: Real-World Production Techniques 2nd Edition

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Learn to shoot professional-quality HD footage with your DSLR Camera

The DSLR Filmmaker's Handbook, 2nd Edition is the expert guide to getting professional movie-making results with an HD video-enabled DSLR camera. Fully updated to reflect the latest technology, this updated edition provides guidance toward best practices and techniques that maximize results. Shooting HD video with a DSLR has many benefits — and also a few tricky drawbacks — but this guide gives you the insight and training you need to overcome these challenges as you learn what to anticipate, how to work around it, and how to fix imperfections in post-production. Award winning independent filmmaker Barry Andersson walks you through the shooting process and shows you what to do before, during, and after filming to ensure high quality results.

Most of today's DSLRs have the capacity to shoot HD video. This, combined with incredible low-light capabilities, shallow depth of field, and relatively low price point make these cameras an extremely attractive entry point for would-be independent filmmakers. This book shows you how to exploit your DSLR's capabilities to produce beautiful film, with step-by-step expert instruction.

  • Understand the limitations of DSLR video
  • Learn what to plan for before filming begins
  • Exploit HD capabilities to maximize the film's visuals
  • Produce professional-level, film-quality footage

With thorough explanations and expert instruction, The DSLR Filmmaker's Handbook, 2nd Edition is the training you need to start shooting beautiful HD footage.

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  6. Language
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“…everything you’d want to know (technically) is present and correct. Written in a clear and easily digestible way.” (Amateur Photographer, July 2015)

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The essential guide to shooting professional HD video with your DSLR

The DSLR Filmmaker's Handbook, Second Edition is your expert guide to getting professional movie-making results with an HD video-enabled DSLR camera. This updated edition provides guidance toward best practices and techniques that maximize results. Shooting HD video with a DSLR has many benefits — and also a few tricky drawbacks — but this guide gives you the insight and training you need to overcome these challenges as you learn what to anticipate, how to work around it, and how to fix imperfections in post-production. Award- winning director and cinematographer Barry Andersson walks you through the entire shooting process to show you what to do before, during, and after the shoot to maximize the visual look of your film. You'll learn what to anticipate, what to avoid, how to work around it, and how to fix everything else in post-production.

The tools and techniques in this book have been used in real-world independent film production environments, including Andersson's own feature-length films. You'll find step-by-step guidance toward complex setup techniques, best practices for filming, and how to optimize and monetize your footage to fund your next project. If you want to shoot professional quality video for movies, TV, or the web, this invaluable guide gives you the expert insight and hands-on training you need. Take advantage of the DSLR's many benefits while being mindful of its limitations, and you'll start creating beautiful HD footage right away.

Fully updated to cover the latest advances in DSLR technology, The DSLR Filmmaker's Handbook, 2nd Edition shows you how to:

  • Get the gear you need for the film you want to make
  • Deal with location issues like lighting, sound, and camera maintenance
  • Consider camera motion and support options to get the shot on the first take
  • Keep your data organized in the field to streamline editing
  • Edit your footage, correct color, and fix imperfections
  • Change formats, compress files, and get your film ready to view
  • Troubleshoot common issues and make adjustments on the fly

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sybex Inc
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 23, 2015
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ 2nd
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 456 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1118983491
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1118983492
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.8 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 1.25 x 10 inches
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  • Cillacella
    5.0 out of 5 stars Nicely written and illustrated!
    Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2017
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    First off, the writing is excellent. Most well written how-to book I have read...maybe ever. On the subject of DSLR-filmmaking, it's great. Lots of information not just on method, but equipment too. He covers everything from budget pricing to...stuff I can't afford. I'm not a photographer or cinematographer, this book was for my son, but as I leafed through it I couldn't help reading it. I have information in my head now that I may never use, or that I don't fully understand, but it did help me figure out what to buy my son for equipment. He's taking his second film class, never complained about not having even a DSLR, so I was quite pleased with how informed I felt and confident that I got him the right equipment to start. The book is well written and covers tons of information. The index was well organized, the table of contents made sense, and the format of the book was a good progression and pace. There was very little I had to look up outside of the book. Definitely recommend.
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  • chris
    5.0 out of 5 stars I purchased this book for my spouse and she hasn't ...
    Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2017
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    I purchased this book for my spouse and she hasn't put it down. It has propelled her intermediate photography skills to a whole new level. The examples and straight forward approach to the DSLR film making process is top notch. Looking forward to creating film magic during the holidays.
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  • Conrad J. Obregon
    4.0 out of 5 stars Aimed at a limited audience
    Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2015
    When you think of how many DSLRs include a capability to shoot video, you might also think that there would be great demand for a book concentrating in this capability. From the title, you might also think that this would be the book to satisfy that demand.

    The chapter headings might further that conclusion. After all, there are chapters on gear, lens use, sound and even editing. However this book is not aimed at the average DSLR owner who might want to occasionally film, say, a family gathering. Instead the book is aimed at digital filmmakers making everything from television advertisements to full length movies who might want to capitalize on the differences between most older digital video cameras and DSLRs. The differences include the larger sensor in digital cameras and the smaller depth of field achievable by DSLRs thanks to larger f/stops. There is enough difference between older video cameras and DSLRs to make it important for the video maker to understand how this will affect his images. The author presumes the reader knows about digital video cameras and only emphasizes the differences in techniques when using a DSLR. Because of this presumption there is little actual instruction on how to make a video, but plenty of advice on how to adapt one's practices. There is little about adapting DSLRs to particular genres, although there are two curious appendices on underwater photography and rigging a camera to a car.

    As I read this, I remembered the saying that generals trained their troops to fight the last war. At this time the manufacturers of video cameras are changing their products to incorporate larger sensors and larger f/stops. In fact the point may already have been reached where the price of such a camera is similar to that of adding the necessary accessories to use a DSLR for sophisticated video making. Nevertheless there probably is still a large group of video makers who plan to give DSLR video a chance and this book will ease them into the technical side of that.

    As a DSLR still photographer, I was reminded that video is essentially JPEG rather than RAW and that as a result a great deal of testing is necessary to make sure one selects the right settings to give the desired look to the image. I also was reminded that focusing was still problematic for DSLRs in video mode and that setting up and pulling focus are as difficult or even more difficult than with regular video cameras.

    I was struck by the fact that the author did not find it useful to describe some of his subject in detail. For, example although dollies were discussed throughout the book, there were no illustrations of dollies.

    I also found that many of the author's warnings were needlessly repeated several times, and that, as far as the relationship between the focal length of lenses and depth of field, the author failed to mention the function of image size and repeated this omission every time he mentioned the subject. Since depth of field is one of the main reasons for shooting DSLR video, I found this omission surprising.

    If one understand that this book is aimed at the digital video maker who is new to DSLRs, this book can be a great help, even if a bit repetitious.
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  • M. Pak
    5.0 out of 5 stars A must for DSLR filmmakers
    Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2015
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    This book is a must for anyone thinking about shooting serious video on their DSLR. It is very detailed and covers all areas concerned, from purchasing equipment to testing your gear. If you are starting out and need a primer on DSLR filmmaking this is one book you will want on your shelf.
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  • CorporateBuyer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very informative
    Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2016
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    Great book, very detailed and filled with examples for low and high budget production. Would recommend to anyone else that wants to get their career started in dslr film making. Lots of examples and visuals to help you grasp concepts. Thanks. I really enjoyed it.
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  • Antonio
    3.0 out of 5 stars Decent introduction to the issues involved with DSLR film making
    Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2016
    Lately I've been reading a few different books on filmmaking. I borrowed this one from the library. In my opinion this is a pretty good introduction to the basics. If you already have experience maybe this book is too elementary and you would be better to refer to more specialized texts in areas of interest.

    One thing that I like about this text is that it does include some hands-on / step-by-step information. Even though I don't use the same brand of camera (Canon 5D Mark III) I still found the steps helpful and I could look to perform similar steps on my camera.

    In conclusion this book does a good job of covering the issues beginning filmmaker's need to be aware of, but experienced DSLR filmmaker's might be better to consult more specialized sources for in depth information.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good book for novices and advanced users
    Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2016
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    Good book for novices and advanced users. Bring a canon user the book was perfect for me but suitable for other brands as well. Well written
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    5.0 out of 5 stars good quality product
    Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2018
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    Fast delivery, good quality product. Helpful information. Thanks!
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  • Jordi Prat Puig
    5.0 out of 5 stars It is the must have
    Reviewed in Spain on February 17, 2016
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    Extensive, long book with many many lessons.
    The main thing is all the main problems you can have from the start of recording.
    It's not a basic book, it is really helpful for people who have experience in recording and photography.
    If you are thinking about buying it don't doubt. It's the main book I was always looking for.
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  • Avatar 7
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very comprehensive
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 14, 2023
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    This book is a bible, you can read from cover to cover and also use as a reference, slightly outdated but still highly recommended, it covers pretty much everything related to recording videos on your camera, it has DSLR in the title but everything is still applicable to mirrorless
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  • fra
    4.0 out of 5 stars Molto buono
    Reviewed in Italy on October 13, 2015
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    Il libro è molto buono, tratta tutti gli aspetti ma non entra nei particolari purtroppo. Diciamo che è ottimo per consultare velocemente le basi del filmmaking ma per consigli dettagliati e sopratutto consigli su acquisti e strumentazione è completamente carente.
    Molto buono nel complesso, sicuramente ottimo per avere un'idea generale su come affrontare la preparazione, lo shooting e l'editing dei files.
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  • Gerrick Winston
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!
    Reviewed in Canada on August 12, 2015
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    Excellent book! I originally picked it up at the Library, but I loved it so much I had to buy it for myself!
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  • Mahendra P.
    4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
    Reviewed in India on May 1, 2017
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    It is very good book for beginners as well as professionals.
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