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How to make a $15 flashlight camera protective housing

And by protective, they mean fireball explosion proof. And the $15 price tag could be easily avoided by just using a flashlight you already have. That's free, right? Very cool trick for keeping that camera ...

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How to operate a steadicam

I love Indy Mogul. Here they give us an inside on how to use a steadicam. If you've ever seen a steadicam on set you know it is one of the most arduous operations in filmmaking. This tutorial certainly will ...

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How to assemble the RED ONE camera into a light weight mode

Setup your RED ONE into the optimal configuration for light weight shooting. This is one of many incredible tutorials on the RED CAM we at WonderHowTo shot on location.

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How to make a shoebox lens for your camera

Try your hand at some camera special effects with a cool shoebox lens. This is a cool picture effect that can add life to your movie. It involves a magnifying glass, paint, and some plastic.

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How to create a camera tripod with a rubber band

By now we've all heard Christian Bale's total freakout on the DP of Terminator Salvation... This little nugget of DIY steadycam goes out to all you aspiring cinematographers & filmmakers. With nothing but a ...

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How to make your own camera jib for nice sweeping shots

Do you want to change the type of shots you take with a camera ...more

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How to protect video equipment

Video is equipment is very fragile, and sometimes needs a lot of protection. This instructional video is quite handy, because it will give ...more

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How to readjust microFollowFocus gear if too loose

This instructional cinematography video provides troubleshooting alternatives to adjusting the focus gear on a Redrock microFollowFocus ...more

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How to set the aperture and shutter speed on the HV20

This is a cinematography tutorial video that demonstrates how to ...more

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How to shoot an amateur film scene underwater

This video provides nifty tips on how you can shoot amateur film scenes underwater using a fish tank.

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How to shoot Macro Video

The advantage of the camcorder is that sometimes, it can see more than the human eye when put close up to something. This cinematography ...more

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How to use “Camera Angle” to improve video imagery

How do you use “Camera Angle” when shooting Digital Video, especially when your subject is a child? Israel Hyman, a weekend videographer ...more

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How to use a camera tripod effectively

A how to video for the use of a tripod for the DSR 250 camcorder.

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How to use a Titan D200 camera

The Titan DSLR housing features revolutionary electro-mechanical controls that provide access to the shutter as well as the main and ...more

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How to use basic composition in a single camera setup

This episode of Take Zer0 discusses the differences between the ...more

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How to use filters in your amateur film making

This video gives some tips about using various filters and objects that you can manipulate your audience by shooting through while you're ...more

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How to use HDV cameras and narrow DOF adapters

Check out this three-part tutorial on how to use HDV cameras and narrow DOF adapters. In the video, the Canon XH-A1 High Definition video ...more

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How to use screen direction in amateur film making

In this episode of Jim Shorts, you can take a look at the flow, or screen direction aspect of your video. Knowing how to use screen ...more

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How to use the rule of thirds in amateur film making

This video focuses on applying the rule of thirds to your video making ...more

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How to use the SPNN DSR 250

An in depth tutorial on the Sony DSR 250 provided by SPNN Access Staff.

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How to use your digital camera correctly

You've got a camera... what next? Well, you might have to press that little red record button. Here, you'll get some tips on how to shoot ...more

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How to use zoom and dolly effects in your film

Filmmakers beware... or more importantly, cinematographers beware... boring setups and unpleasing camera tricks can ruin a movie. Check out ...more

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How to white Balance your cameras for television or film

This video is quite helpful for teaching people how to use a waveform ...more

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How to create a simulated shallow depth of field

60 Second Filmmaking Lessons explains how to create a simulated shallow depth of field when shooting video, podcasts, or photography.

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How to make a motorcycle camera mount

Make your own motorcycle camera Mount for less than five bucks! You won't believe how easy it is. This video tutorial will show you how to ...more

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How to spot reality TV editing tricks

Sometimes the "reality" on reality shows needs a little help. Here intrepid editors show you how to spot one of the most powerful tools in ...more

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How to stay motivated when shooting in extreme cold mountains

Award-winning director Michael Brown talks about staying motivated in ...more

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How to choose an aspect ratio for shooting video

60 Second Filmmaking Lesson discusses the differences between 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratios when filming on video cameras.

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How to create the zero budget 3D Pulfrich effect

3D with one camera? With no computer manipulation? With one lens from some sunglasses? How is this possible? Pulfrich Time Parallax, my ...more

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How to do traveling shots, Sam Raimi style

Mike and Rajo from the SubStream's "Film Lab" have some tips regarding production, specifically... cinematography. Traveling Shots: Sam ...more

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How to film and upload a video for imcooked.com

This video gives you tips on how to create a great cooking video to upload to imcooked.com or your favorite cooking site. You'll get camera ...more

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How to focus your camera

In this Quick Tip episode of Take Zer0, we show you how to properly set the focus in your camera, because sometimes it's hard to tell if ...more

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How to get proper camera angles and moving shots

In this video series, professional filmmaker Kevin Lindenmuth gives you expert advice on how to use camera moves and camera angles to make a ...more

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How to install a vario-switar 16-100m lens battery

Watch this video to learn how to change the power zoom battery in this legendary Bolex camera lens.

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How to make a helmet camera

How to make a simple tripod on your camera so that you can take video hands free. Then mount the camera on your head for a weird handy cam ...more

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How to make a video camera stabilizer

This is sort of like a homemade steadicam without the harness and everything that makes it keep the camera straight. This is kinda just a ...more

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How to make your own steadycam

No one wants to watch something that was filmed with a shaky camera. This cinematography tutorial video will show you how to make your own ...more

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How to pass as an amateur videographer

More and more professional cinematographers and commercial graphics houses are entering the online video market to compete with amateurs for ...more

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How to prepare a video interview

The right equipment makes filming video interviews go smooth and as planned. Learn about equipment for conducting video interviews from an ...more

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How to record extreme sports action

Rob Walters shows us what we will need to shoot extreme sports action. He covers the type of mountings you may need for your camera ...more

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How to switch from time-lapse to full speed filming

How long does it take to switch from timelapse filming to full-speed filming? Just a second! Remember to adjust the lens aperture if ...more

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How to use a camera when making a movie

We all know how to use a camera. You pull it out of your back pocket, flick it on, point and then snap the button. Now imagine if that ...more

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How to use a tripod for your digital video camera

Eliminate camera shake in your home movies. Learn how to use tripod in a digital video camera in this free home movie lesson from a ...more

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How to white balance the video for your films

A quick tip from Take Zer0 on how to set the white balance when shooting video.

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How to make a portable tripod under $1

Need to support something but do not have the time nor money to go out and by a tripod? Here is an easy way to make a cheap tripod out of ...more

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How to use depth of field in your amateur film

This video gives you some tips on how to make your movies and amateur films better using depth of field.

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How to wear the right gloves for shooting in winter cold

Award-winning director Michael Brown talks about what sorts of gloves ...more

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How to use a Red Rock M2's back focus and DOF charting

Learn to use a Red Rock M2's back focus, and learn to create Depth of ...more

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How to make housing for a video camera to film underwater

Expand your filming range by waterproofing your video camera! Learn ...more

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DARPA Develops Explosive Blocking Mega-Shield

DARPA has released footage of the Iron Curtain, a pretty impressive shield system that will protect armored vehicles from oncoming explosives. With $8 million in Army approved funds, DARPA will ...

Big Brother's Watching You (HowTo Un-Google Yourself)

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From Dying To Flying

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