Professional Cameraman's Handbook, The

Details the step-by-step use of most film cameras. Updated to cover the newest cameras. Describes both the technique and equipment necessary to be an efficient cameraman.

Details the components and step-by-step use of over forty of the most widely used film cameras. This book talks about topics such as time code and time code slates, video assist, and the Steadicam film stabilizing system. It teaches basic film camera procedures and troubleshooting techniques.This new edition of an all-time best-seller is completely revised and updated and details the components and step-by-step use of over forty of the most widely used film cameras. Significant new topics include time code and time code slates, video assist, and the Steadicam film stabilizing system. Among a few of the new camera systems are the Aaton 16mm; Arriflex 535, 35-3, 35-BL3 and -BL4, and 16BL; Fries 35R3; and the all new Panavision Panaflex 35mm and 16mm. The book teaches basic film camera procedures and troubleshooting techniques. It also looks at all the components, accessories (including lenses), and support systems.