Cinematography I: Camera and Light
Description
A module introducing students to the essential aspects of camera operation necessary for the
production of moving images in digital format for film and documentary.
Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate a basic theoretical understanding of the physics of light (natural and artificial) necessary for the controlled recording of moving images with a broad range of cameras.
Demonstrate a clear understanding of the basic principles of digital cinematography in terms of how images are recorded in terms of spatial and colour resolution across a range of cameras.
Differentiate between and deploy where appropriate, the range of video formats and codecs used for the encoding of images across the different parts of the production pipeline i.e., shooting, editing, distribution.
Demonstrate the ability to set up and operate a variety of digital cameras in order to control common values necessary for the correct the exposure of moving images in terms of aperture, focus, shutter speed, colour balance etc.
Produce practical outcomes in the form of individual digital cinematography projects for assessment.