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Smartphone Cinematography 101
Section 1 - Course Introduction
1.1 • Welcome (1:05)
1.2 • Things To Know Before We Start (1:31)
Section 2 - What Is (Smartphone) Cinematography?
2.1 • How We Define Cinematography (0:49)
2.2 • The Cinematographer and Key Crew (2:16)
2.3 • Working On Different Types of Video/Film Projects (3:24)
Section 3 - Composition & Framing
3.1 • Composition & Framing Overview (7:20)
3.2 • Composition: The Rule of Thirds (7:37)
3.3 • Composition: Static & Centered (4:26)
3.4 • Composition: Dynamic (1:54)
3.5 • Framing: High Angle (3:09)
3.6 • Framing: Low Angle (3:18)
3.7 • Framing: Side Angle (2:57)
3.8 • Framing: Dutch Angle (2:38)
3.9 • Framing: Over The Shoulder (OTS) (1:55)
3.10 • Framing: Lenses & Shot Size (8:05)
3.11 • Vertical Video (4:18)
3.12 • Stage Direction (6:24)
PRO TIPS: Composition & Framing (1:57)
Section 3 - Recap Quiz
Section 3 - Additional Resources
Section 4 - Lighting Basics
4.1 • Lighting 101 Overview (Interior Interview Setup) (8:13)
4.2 • What Are Light Modifiers? (Silks, Nets, Flags with C-Stands) (1:39)
4.3 • Using Reflectors Inside with a Key Light (Bounce & Diffusers) (3:27)
4.4 • Using Light Modifiers to Soften Light (Silks & Diffusers) (5:30)
4.5 • Using Light Modifiers to Reduce or Cut Light (Nets & Flags) (4:41)
4.6 • Using Reflectors Outside in Bright Sun (Bounce & Diffusers) (6:14)
4.7 • Shooting with Natural Light (Golden Hour & Clouds) (9:18)
4.8 • Using an On-Camera Light (4:31)
4.9 • 3-Point Lighting Example (Studio Setup) (3:47)
4.10 • Coiling Cables (1:53)
PRO TIPS: Lighting Basics (1:58)
Section 4 - Recap Quiz
Section 4 - Additional Resources & Links
Section 5 - Camera Movement
5.1 • Pans & Tilts (Beginner) (4:58)
5.2 • Handheld (Beginner) (6:51)
5.3 • Gimbals & Steadicam (Beginner & Advanced) (8:07)
5.4 • Dolly Shots (Beginner & Advanced) (10:35)
5.5 • Jibs & Cranes (Advanced) (5:28)
PRO TIPS: Camera Movement (3:04)
Section 5 - Additional Resources & Links
Section 6 - Let's Get Technical
6.1 • What Is Exposure? (6:46)
6.2 • Resolution & Aspect Ratio (7:27)
6.3 • Bit Rate and Codecs (5:42)
6.4 • Frame Rates (3:51)
Section 6 - Recap Quiz #1
6.5 • Built-In Smartphone Cameras/Lenses (4:41)
6.6 • Shutter Speed, ISO & Aperture (8:17)
6.7 • Adjusting Focus (2:59)
6.8 • Setting and Locking White Balance (3:49)
6.9 • Smartphone Technical Limitations (3:31)
PRO TIPS: Tech Talk (2:47)
Section 6 - Recap Quiz #2
Section 7 - Video Camera Apps
7.1 • Setting Up the Phone Before Recording (2:34)
7.2 • Native Camera App Overview (8:35)
7.2a • iPhone 15 Pro Max Overview with Apple ProRes Log (4:27)
7.3a • FiLMiC Pro V6 Camera App Overview (10:33)
7.3b • FiLMiC Pro V7 Camera App Overview (9:47)
7.4 • MAVIS Camera App Overview (7:17)
7.5 • Moment Pro Camera App Overview (5:54)
7.6 • FiLMiC Pro DoubleTake App Overview (10:35)
7.7 • Alt Apps to Subscription FiLMiC Pro (12:57)
7.8 • "Cinematic Mode" App Comparison (20:33)
7.9 • iOS Shortcuts & Automations (2:41)
Section 7 - Additional Resources & Links
Section 8 - Third-Party Accessories
8.1 • Lenses (7:29)
8.2 • Lens Focal-Length Comparisons (4:02)
8.3 • Tripod Mounts (and Tabletop Tripods) (2:24)
8.4 • Gimbals (3:55)
8.5 • Tripods (Full-size) (11:54)
8.6 • Dollies (Slider & Tabletop) (9:28)
8.7 • Camera Cages/Cases (7:34)
8.8 • ND Filters Part 1 - PolarPro (Legacy) (3:24)
8.9 • ND Filters Part 2 - Universal Clip-On (5:00)
8.10 • ND Filters Part 3 - Moondog Labs (3:19)
8.11 • ND Filters Part 4 - Moment Lenses (5:45)
8.12 • Moondog Labs Multi-Camera Filter Mount (5:48)
8.13 • Lighting (for Studio or Location) (8:35)
8.14 • Portable LED Lights (On-Camera Style) (3:39)
8.15 • External Batteries (2:57)
8.16 • Recording Video Externally via USB-C (iPhone 15 Pro) (12:57)
8.17 • USB-C Accessories to Record External Video & Audio (iPhone 15 Pro) (6:52)
PRO TIP - Accessories (0:47)
Section 8 - Additional Resources & Links
Section 9 - Additional Shooting Tips, Wrap-Up & Examples
9.1 • Additional Shooting Tips and Important Reminders (3:38)
9.2 • "The Movie Star" (iPhone shot short film example) (5:36)
9.2a • "The Movie Star" Behind-the-Scenes (9:29)
9.2b • "The Movie Star" Camera Prep (5:34)
9.3 • "First Dance" (iPhone shot short film example) (2:46)
9.4 • "Miranda" (iPhone shot short film example) (4:13)
9.5 • "The Unicorn" (iPhone shot short film example) (2:28)
9.6 • "What If We Run" (music video example) (3:25)
9.7 • The Year Mobile Filmmaking Arrived (vlog or documentary style example) (11:02)
9.8 • "Day at the Museum" (iPhone Cinematic Mode) (3:30)
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5.3 • Gimbals & Steadicam (Beginner & Advanced)
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