Chapter 6. Exploring the Color of Light and Lighting

The color and positioning of light plays a huge role in the success of both indoor and outdoor shoots. In this chapter, you learn the importance of light and how it pertains to achieving a high–quality video image. You also learn how to adjust the camera to accommodate various lighting scenarios with automatic and manual settings, as well as learn lighting techniques to add depth to your videos.

Exploring the Color of Light and Lighting

Explore the Color of Light 100

Understanding White Balance for Color Accuracy 102

Use Auto White Balance Settings 104

Perform a Manual White Balance 106

Use White Balance Settings for Creative Purposes 108 ...

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