Lenses

Inspiration, Pro Tips

Deep Focus and the (Relatively) Lost Art of the Split Field Diopter

With deep focus, everything in the frame is in focus, allowing the viewer’s attention to be put toward looking at the overall picture, and how everything on the screen is related.

May 23, 2018 / 693 Shares / Comments

Inspiration, Pro Tips

How to Be More Creative With the Camera: Film and Video Tricks

Whether you’re mounting your camera in an interesting spot, using a specialized lens, or adding a little bit of handheld shakiness, it’s all a good way to get people to remember your work and enhance your storytelling.

June 2, 2016 / 1065 Shares / Comments

News, Reviews

Rokinon Adds Two Lenses, Completing an Impressive Xeen Set

When shopping for high-end prime lenses, there are certainly several options, but not exactly dozens. It doesn’t take too much parsing to arrive at the cine-lens that fits your budget and technical needs.

April 14, 2016 / 6 Shares / Comments

Contributor Tips, Education

Building Your Video Kit: 5 Gear Essentials

Building the right video kit is essential for ensuring the quality of the content you’re going to produce, as well as the efficiency with which you produce it.

March 7, 2016 / 715 Shares / Comments