The Filmmaker’s Guide to Digital Imaging

Covering the technical and practical aspects of production on the set, data management at the DIT cart and post-production, including the new Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences ACES Workflow. Technical issues are presented in a readable but thorough manner with many diagrams and illustrations to explain the concepts. Dozens of color diagrams and illustrations make the concepts easily understandable. Also included is a website/DVD with video footage of the author in discussion with professional DITs, cinematographers and editors, and video presentation of other concepts outlined in the book.In addition to the technical aspects of sensors, exposure, digital color, codecs, color grading and data management, this book also deals with the more practical side of working as a digital cinematographer, DIT, DMT or camera assistant, including a chapter on how to put together your own DIT cart. Colorists and editors will also find the chapters on image control, workflow, scene-linear and the ACES workflow essential to their work and advancement in the industry.