Single-Camera Video Production
4th Edition
Published on 21. April 2005
Book
Paperback/Softback
232 pages
978-0-240-80706-5 (ISBN)
Description
Single-camera Video Production, Fourth Edition clearly explains the technology and the equipment of video production and details step-by-step the professional-level techniques that can be applied to any type of production or budget. In addition, this manual will train you to integrate technique, equipment, and creative concerns within the production process-from preproduction planning through final editing.
This new edition contains more in-depth information about the transition from analog to digital video production and includes the latest information on digital video and HD. It includes expanded coverage of nonlinear editing techniques and features a new organization that follows the actual shooting process more closely.
Single-camera Video Production, Fourth Edition is a comprehensive yet succinct guide to single-camera video production. Written as part of the Focal Press Media Manual series, each page of this helpful guide covers a specific issue in video production and is accompanied by at least one illustration or diagram to further develop the your understanding of the topic.
This new edition contains more in-depth information about the transition from analog to digital video production and includes the latest information on digital video and HD. It includes expanded coverage of nonlinear editing techniques and features a new organization that follows the actual shooting process more closely.
Single-camera Video Production, Fourth Edition is a comprehensive yet succinct guide to single-camera video production. Written as part of the Focal Press Media Manual series, each page of this helpful guide covers a specific issue in video production and is accompanied by at least one illustration or diagram to further develop the your understanding of the topic.
Reviews / Votes
"The Focal Press Media Manual series sets out to deliver practical advice, technical know-how and practical skills in a direct, no-nonsense way, without information overload, making sure the essentials are all well-covered. Musburger's Single Camera Video Production, now in its fourth edition, faithfully sticks to this format, with surprising clarity for a complex technology...What is really good about this manual is that it explains every aspect of production and every role on set, but also how they dovetail to support each other...This is a manual that as the name suggests, you should keep close at hand. It is invaluable as a quick-access reference...a pocket book that will pay for itself time and time again throughout many productions." - www.shootingpeople.orgMore details
Edition
4th New edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Beginning video producers; students of video production; camcorder users and owners
Edition type
New edition
Dimensions
Height: 203 mm
Width: 138 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-240-80706-5 (9780240807065)
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Robert B. Musburger, PhD
Single-Camera Video Production
E-Book
11/2012
4th Edition
Routledge
€25.99
Available for download
Robert B. Musburger, PhD
Single-Camera Video Production
E-Book
11/2012
4th Edition
Routledge
€25.99
Available for download
Person
Robert B. Musburger, Ph.D. is Professor Emeritus and former Director of the School of Communication, University of Houston. He has worked for 20 years in professional broadcasting, serving as camera operator, director, producer, and writer and has received numerous awards for his video work and teaching. His published writing includes "Electronic News Gathering: A Guide
to ENG" (Focal), "Single-camera Video Production, Fifth Edition"(Focal), and, with Gorham Kindem, "Introduction to Media Production: From Analog to Digital, Fourth Edition" (Focal).
to ENG" (Focal), "Single-camera Video Production, Fifth Edition"(Focal), and, with Gorham Kindem, "Introduction to Media Production: From Analog to Digital, Fourth Edition" (Focal).
Content
THE TECHNOLOGY:
The Importance of Technology
Limitation of Equipment
The Audio Signal
The Audio Signal: Amplitude
Measuring Audio
The Video Signal
The Scanning System
Synchronization
Color Video
Measuring Video
Digital Signal Standards
THE EQUIPMENT:
Background
The Image Source: Chips
Light Gathering: Optics and Focal Length
Focus and Aperture
Depth of Field
Viewfinder and Accessories
Camera Controls I
Camera Controls II
Camera Supports: Tripod
Other Camera Support Systems
Hand-Holding the Camera
Analog Video Recording
Digital Video Recording
Videotape Stock
Solid State Recording Media
Videocassette Recording Operation
Connectors, Plugs, and Jacks I: Power and Audio
Connectors, Plugs, and Jacks II: Video
Connectors, plugs, and Jacks III: Digital
Connector Panel: Consumer/Prosumer Model Recorders
Connector Panel: Professional Model Recorders
Connector Panel: Separate and Attached Units
Audio Cables and Connectors
Microphone Types
Microphone Pickup Patterns
Microphone Mounting
Audio Recording Considerations
Lighting Instruments
Controlling and Powering Light
Color Temperature
Measuring Light Intensity
THE PRODUCTION PROCESS: PREPRODUCTION
Preproduction Planning I
Preproduction Planning II
Single-column Format
Dual-column Script Format
Storyboards
Location Scouting
Site Survey and Planning
Organizing Equipment
THE PRODUCTION PROCESS: PRODUCTION
Production Stages and Setup
Lighting Preparation
Controlling Color Temperature
Controlling Light Intensity
Contract Range
Basic Three-Point Lighting
Complex Lighting
Creative Lighting
Sets and Properties
Setting Up Audio
Rehearsing and Preparing Talent
Shooting a Scene
Directing Talent
Shooting and Framing
Framing Principles I
Framing Principles II
Creating Movement I
Creating Movement II
Creating Z-Axis Movement
Graphic Forces
Shooting to Edit: The Third Movement
Three types of Continuity
Cover Shots
In-Camera Effects I
In-Camera Effects II
Continuity Records: Logging
Striking
THE PRODUCTION PROCESS: POSTPRODUCTION
The Editing Function
Editing System Components
Linear Editing Methods: Technical
Linear Editing Operating Methods
Nonlinear Editing: Technical
Nonlinear Editing: Operating Methods
Editing Steps
Creative Editing Methods
Conclusion
FURTHER READING
GLOSSARY
INDEX
The Importance of Technology
Limitation of Equipment
The Audio Signal
The Audio Signal: Amplitude
Measuring Audio
The Video Signal
The Scanning System
Synchronization
Color Video
Measuring Video
Digital Signal Standards
THE EQUIPMENT:
Background
The Image Source: Chips
Light Gathering: Optics and Focal Length
Focus and Aperture
Depth of Field
Viewfinder and Accessories
Camera Controls I
Camera Controls II
Camera Supports: Tripod
Other Camera Support Systems
Hand-Holding the Camera
Analog Video Recording
Digital Video Recording
Videotape Stock
Solid State Recording Media
Videocassette Recording Operation
Connectors, Plugs, and Jacks I: Power and Audio
Connectors, Plugs, and Jacks II: Video
Connectors, plugs, and Jacks III: Digital
Connector Panel: Consumer/Prosumer Model Recorders
Connector Panel: Professional Model Recorders
Connector Panel: Separate and Attached Units
Audio Cables and Connectors
Microphone Types
Microphone Pickup Patterns
Microphone Mounting
Audio Recording Considerations
Lighting Instruments
Controlling and Powering Light
Color Temperature
Measuring Light Intensity
THE PRODUCTION PROCESS: PREPRODUCTION
Preproduction Planning I
Preproduction Planning II
Single-column Format
Dual-column Script Format
Storyboards
Location Scouting
Site Survey and Planning
Organizing Equipment
THE PRODUCTION PROCESS: PRODUCTION
Production Stages and Setup
Lighting Preparation
Controlling Color Temperature
Controlling Light Intensity
Contract Range
Basic Three-Point Lighting
Complex Lighting
Creative Lighting
Sets and Properties
Setting Up Audio
Rehearsing and Preparing Talent
Shooting a Scene
Directing Talent
Shooting and Framing
Framing Principles I
Framing Principles II
Creating Movement I
Creating Movement II
Creating Z-Axis Movement
Graphic Forces
Shooting to Edit: The Third Movement
Three types of Continuity
Cover Shots
In-Camera Effects I
In-Camera Effects II
Continuity Records: Logging
Striking
THE PRODUCTION PROCESS: POSTPRODUCTION
The Editing Function
Editing System Components
Linear Editing Methods: Technical
Linear Editing Operating Methods
Nonlinear Editing: Technical
Nonlinear Editing: Operating Methods
Editing Steps
Creative Editing Methods
Conclusion
FURTHER READING
GLOSSARY
INDEX