Camera Workshop

Camera Workshop

 

For two weeks, we have been working in groups in a camera workshop with Fergus Moloney. Fergus taught us how to use Sony EX Cameras along with all the basics of setting up a camera - for example;

-White balance

-Audio levels

-Focus/auto focus

etc.

 

We also got taught on how to use the buttons on the camera such as 'Peaking' and 'Zebra' to help us get sharp focus, and sort out the colour on our camera.

 



After Fergus taught us how to use the tripod, camera, microphones and lights - we was set a task to practice for a few hours. Throughout the day in our groups we had to set up a camera on a tripod and record a short scene - each of us held a different responsibility in the group. One of us would hold up the Rode microphone, another would work the camera and listen to the sound, another person would sit in the chair and be interviewed by the 4th member of the group. We kept changing roles so that each person would get a chance to get used to each piece of equipment and know how to use it. We also learnt how to use the clip on mic's, however when the Rode mic is placed directly above the actor it can be more beneficial as it picks up sound clearer.

 

Overall, the camera workshop was a huge help - Fergus not only taught us how to use the camera and other equipment, but also told us the different camera angles and shots we should use.