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Choosing a Camera

Explore the world of cameras and their features in this comprehensive workshop. Learn about sensor sizes, lens mounts, codecs, and more. Discover which camera is best suited for different types of shoots.

  • Intermediate
  • Small class sizes
  • 18 and older
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  • 87 Lafayette St, New York, NY
  • 3 hours

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Class Description

Description

With the number of cameras on the market, options abound. But what are the big differences? In this workshop, get your hands on a full-frame DSLR (Canon 5D), fixed-lens camcorder (Panasonic HVX200), interchangeable-lens camcorder (Sony FS700) and digital cinema camera (Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro). Learn about the features that will impact your ease of shooting and image quality, as well as their pros and cons for different kinds of shoots, from live-event videography to run-and gun documentary or a narrative studio shoot.

Topics include:

  • Sensor Sizes
  • Camera Weight and Ergonomics
  • Lens Mounts
  • Codecs
  • Monitoring and Focus Assist Capabilities
  • Resolution and Frame Rate Capabilities
  • High Dynamic Range Options
  • Post-Production Workflow

Materials: 

fixed lens, sensor size, weight – decide which camera to use and when

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If you register for a workshop and are unable to attend, we can offer the following compensation:

  • Full refund (less 5% cancellation fee):
    • If your cancellation is confirmed at least 6 full business days prior to workshop's start date.
  • Full credit (valid for 3 months) or a 50% refund:
    • If your cancellation is confirmed at least 3 full business days prior to workshop's start date.
  • You receive no compensation (neither refund nor credit):
    • If your cancellation is confirmed less than 3 full business days prior to workshop's start date.
    • No compensation (Neither Refund nor Credit) is available for cancellations less than 3 full business days prior to a workshop's start time or for non-attendance. For example, if you cancel your registration for a workshop that starts at 6:30pm on Monday, we must confirm your cancellation no later than 6:30pm the Thursday before for you to receive Credit.

There are absolutely no make-ups allowed for any missed session(s) of a workshop. It is not possible for students to make up a missed session of their Workshop by attending an equivalent session on another day. There are no refunds for missed sessions.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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DCTV is a non-profit media arts center in NYC that offers affordable workshops, production equipment, and space rentals for independent filmmakers. They provide a variety of hands-on digital filmmaking and media arts workshops in a convenient and accessible training facility.

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