How Do You Shoot With A Studio Television Camera?
The difference between shooting with a studio television camera and a portable amateur camcorder is like going from a moped to a Harley Davidson. If you are shooting in a studio, you are probably working on a talk show or news broadcast, so these pointers apply primarily to people. First understand what you don’t have to do. Exposure is controlled by your video engineer, who is also responsible for making sure that the cameras are in phase so that the hues match. A good engineer should periodically match color saturation and insure that back focus is consistent. As a studio cameraman, you are responsible for focus, framing and composition. Some directors are open to having you show them a suggested shot. Others rule with an iron fist and only want what they expect. As you work with different directors, you’ll get to know what they want. Understand the parts of your camera and what they do. You’ll have a studio style viewfinder that displays an image in black and white. You will see the
