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A Filmmaker's guide to all things film
GLOSSARY
Glossary of Terms
Often people are daunted about film and starting to learn the tips, tricks and overview of how it all works because there are a lot of 'technical' terms for describing the different concepts. Sometimes there are technical terms that are unnecessary but they are still a part of the 'film/ photography language'. To break these terms down really simply see below a breakdown or use the search tool
If there are any that you would like added to the list, simply add a suggestion to the suggestion box here:
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ApertureTo add a new question go to app settings and press "Manage Questions" button.
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Depth of fieldThe FAQ title can be adjusted in the settings tab of the App Settings. You can also remove the title by unchecking its checkbox in the settings tab.
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Focal lengthYes! Users can add video from YouTube or Vimeo with ease: Enter App Settings Click the "Manage Questions" button Click on the question you would like to attach a video to When editing your answer, click on the video icon and then paste the YouTube or Vimeo video URL That's it! A thumbnail of your video will appear in answer text box
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Shutter speedYes! To add a picture follow these simple steps: Enter App Settings Click the "Manage Questions" button Click on the question you would like to attach a picture to When editing your answer, click on the picture icon and then add an image from your library
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Lens sizeEnter your answer here
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Focal distanceEnter your answer here
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ISO/ gainEnter your answer here
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Colour gradingEnter your answer here
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DollyEnter your answer here
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SliderEnter your answer here
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StedicamEnter your answer here
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GimbalEnter your answer here
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Focus pullerEnter your answer here
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Clapper loaderEnter your answer here
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GafferEnter your answer here
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GripEnter your answer here
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ContinuityEnter your answer here
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In frameEnter your answer here
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