Basic Betacam DVCPRO Camerawork

Basic Betacam and DVCPro Camerawork explains the operational controls of the latest popular camera formats, illustrating their significance to routine news gathering and basic location recording.

This new edition takes into account the very latest developments in camera technology, including more on:

Digital cameras
Computer menus and smart cards
Switchable aspect ratio cameras
Digital Betacam and BetacamSX
DVCPro and DVCAM formats
Digital-S and disc-recording camcorders
DV formats
Video journalism
Satellite News Gathering
Future developments



Written as a practical guide, the step-by-step instructions take you through everything you need to know from adjusting the camera prior to recording, to information on typical operational controls and the basic production technique required for broadcasting.

The book is a combination of technical explanation and practical advice aimed at the less experienced broadcast camera operator or film cameraman converting to video. It is also an ideal text for students on media and television production courses.

Peter Ward is a camerawork trainer working with International Training and Television Consultancy, writer and freelance cameraman.




The latest digital formats covered.
Basic operational controls described.
An excellent beginner's guide containing practical advice on how to get the best results.