In this episode Mark explains what stops are and how they are used to adjust exposure settings on your camera.
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On Location with PocketWizard
I’ve been shooting some tutorials for PocketWizard the past few weeks. Here’s a quick look at one of the location setups. I’m using a PocketWizard MiniTT1 and two FlexTT5 units. I have two Canon 580 EX II flashes on the flex units.
Basic 3 Light Setup
In this episode Mark goes over a very basic 3 light setup for those who are looking to buy their first portrait light kit.
Gear used in this video
- Profoto Acute2R 1200 Pro Value Pack
- Photoflex Litedome Platinum, Large 36″ x 48″ Softbox
- Photoflex Litedome Platinum, Small 16″ x 22″ Softbox.
- Matthews 40″ Century C Stand, Double Riser Stand with Spring Loaded Base
- Matthews Fly-A-Way Sandbag
- Bogen Black Free Standing Background Support System, with Crossbar & Stands
- Adorama Background Canvas 8’X8′ Black
- Profoto Snoot
- PocketWizard MultiMAX Transceiver, Remote Control Radio Slave.
- Interfit Photographic Flat Panel Reversible Black/White Reflector, 35″ x 70″ with Stand & Tilting Bracket
- Profoto Softbox 4×6′
- Profoto 40° SoftGrid Kit for the 4′ x 6′ Softbox
- Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II Digital SLR Camera Kit
- Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens with Case & Hood
- Manfrotto 055XPROB Black Tripod Legs
- Manfrotto Midi Ball Head 498 with RC2 Rapid Connect Plate
Shooting Video on a DSLR
In this episode Mark talks about shooting video with a DSLR. This is the first of several episodes on this topic. This episode’s topics include stability, focus, camera movement, and controlling light entering the lens.
Gear used in this video
- Canon EOS-5D Mark II Digital SLR Camera Body
- Canon EOS-7D Digital SLR Camera Body
- Nikon D90 12.3 Megapixel Digital SLR Camera Body with DX Format CMOS Sensor
- Zacuto Double Barrel
- Zacuto Cross Fire
- Redrock Micro microMattebox Deluxe Bundle
- Genus Matte Box DSLR Kit
- Manfrotto w/ 3-way Pan/Tilt Head
- Manfrotto w/ Fluid Head
- Libec Track Rail System w/ Dolly
- Arri Fresnel 650 Kit, 3 lights
Shooting Tethered Using Lightroom
In this episode Mark explains how to shoot tethered using Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 3.0. Shooting tethered allows you to connect your camera to your computer and capture your shots in realtime.
Gear used in this video
- Canon EOS-5D Mark II Digital SLR Camera Body
- Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens with Case & Hood
- PocketWizard MultiMAX Transceiver, Remote Control Radio Slave.
- Manfrotto 055XPROB Black Tripod Legs
- Manfrotto Midi Ball Head 498 with RC2 Rapid Connect Plate
- Profoto Softbox 4×6′
- Profoto Acute2R 1200 Pro Value Pack
- Profoto 8′ Compact Lightstand
- Matthews Baby Jr., 9′-6″ Double Riser Lightstand with Casters
- Interfit Photographic Flat Panel Reversible Black/White Reflector, 35″ x 70″ with Stand & Tilting Bracket
- Apple MacBook Pro 15.4 inch LED Notebook
Shooting Fireworks
In this episode Mark shares 8 tips for capturing great fireworks photos.
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Freezing Motion with your Shutter
In this episode Mark talks about using a fast shutter speed to freeze motion. This is a great technique that can be used to capture sports or even kids on the move!
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Flash Sync Speed
In this episode Mark talks about sync speed and how to use a studio strobe to freeze action.
Gear used in this video
- Profoto Acute2R 1200 Generator
- Profoto Acute2 / D4
- Pocket-Wizard Plus II
- Canon EOS-1D MARK-IV Digital SLR Camera
- Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM AutoFocus Telephoto Zoom Lens with Case & Hood
- Manfrotto 055CX3 CF Tripod-3 Section with Manfrotto Midi Ball Head 498 w/RC2 Rapid Connect Plate,
- Bogen Black Free Standing Background Support System, with Crossbar & Stands
- Adorama Background Canvas 8’X8′ Black
Exposure
In this episode Mark talks about the basics of exposure. Learn how the Aperture, Shutter and ISO work together to control how an image is exposed.
Panning
In this episode Mark talks about panning. Panning is an easy way to create motion in your images. Use it for shooting sports, kids or anytime you want to create some motion in your shots.
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