Practical Art of Motion Picture Sound embraces the subject of sound for films. Based on the experience of the author and other top sound craftspeople, this book provides numerous real-life examples and relevant technical data. It also is firmly grounded in practical techniques and it will show you more...

The Arriflex 435 is Arri’s latest 35mm camera, and has become an industry standard in the short time since its introduction due to its unmatched performance. In a small, light body, it has a speed range from a single frame to 150 fps; dual-pin registration movement with optical printer accuracy; a more...

Jon Fauer, ASC, cinematographer, director, and author of ten best-selling technical books, introduces the newsletter, Film and Digital Times. Published 6 times a year, each issue is 16 pages and focuses on the technical aspects of equipment, technique and technology. The Newsletter idea began when more...

Thirty months after the book “Movie Cameras” was published, it is now time for the supplement. 480 pages, in the handy format of 21 x 16 cm (8.3 x 6.3 in), hardcover – very suitable to take to fairs and flea markets. It contains 400 newly discovered models, more than 1,500 color photos and about more...

Video-capable DSLR cameras give filmmakers a quality previously impossible without high-end cinema cameras. Exploring the cinematic quality and features offered by hybrid DSLRs, this book empowers the filmmaker to craft visually stunning images inexpensively.

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Camera operators and video enthusiasts around the world search for the training and information they need to successfully use the Steadicam®, the most versatile tool for moving a motion picture or video camera. Every year, about 500 people in the world are lucky enough to take an intensive training more...

Completely updated and revised, the Second Edition of Arricam features both a book and a DVD. Jon Fauer, with seemingly inexhaustible reserves of energy and enthusiasm, has updated the book to reflect today’s trends and has added a DVD featuring interviews with more...

The Fifth Edition of The Camera Assistant's Manual has been completely updated to reflect the technology of today, providing crucial guidance to student filmmakers as they prepare to enter the professional world and work as camera assistants.

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Comprehensive. Detailed. Practical. Set Lighting Technician's Handbook, Third Edition is a friendly, hands-on manual covering the day-to-day practices, equipment, and tricks of the trade essential to anyone doing motion picture lighting. This handbook offers a wealth of practical technical more...

Sony’s XDCAM camcorders are loaded with fantastic features and options that can bewilder even the most seasoned professional. It’s virtually impossible to memorize everything you need to know about your new camera, and that’s why you need one of Vortex Media’s Field Guides inside your camera bag on more...

In this guide to Apple’s revolutionary motion graphics software, commercial artists Damian Allen, Bryce Button, and Mark Spencer teach you to create cutting-edge animations, show opens, promos, logos, and effects while you learn Motion 3. As with the other titles in the Apple Pro Training Series, more...

For a limited time you can get two great on-set reference books for one great price. Uva’s Basic grip Book provides grounding in basic grip equipment, techniques, and safety issues. It distills the most beginner friendly information offered in Uva_s original grip book into a handy reference more...

This totally revised book is a comprehensive manual to one of the world’s most widely used motion picture cameras. Designed for both assistants and SR owners, this book incorporates a detailed guide to the Arriflex16SR camera and a complete assistant’s manual for prep, operating and maintenance more...

Get a free ARRICAM DVD with your subscription! Jon Fauer, ASC, cinematographer, director, and author of ten best-selling technical books, introduces the newsletter, Film and Digital Times — an episodic, continuing series of technical more...

Comprehensive. Detailed. Practical. Set Lighting Technician's Handbook, Fourth Edition, is a friendly, hands-on manual covering the day-to-day practices, equipment, and tricks of the trade essential to anyone doing motion picture lighting, including the lamp operator, rigging crew, gaffer, best boy, more...