How to choose a lens that matches your story

Lens choice can seriously affect how your audience experiences your story. So how do you pick the right one? In this video, we'll guide you through selecting the ideal lens to complement your narrative. Whether you're shooting a documentary, a wedding, or an interview, we'll show you some examples of lens setups that can help you achieve your vision. We'll also explain the factors that influence your lens choice, such as focal length, aperture, and zoom range. By the end of this video, you'll have a better understanding of how to choose a lens that matches your story.

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Lessons from the field

6 exercises to become faster at video editing

If you're passionate about video editing and eager to improve your skills, you've come to the right place. We're excited to share six exercises that will help you become a faster video editor. Whether you're a seasoned professional seeking to refine your techniques or a beginner eager to enhance your editing prowess, these exercises will help elevate your editing speed to the next level. Read more.

Creator Handbook: Judge eviscerates YouTubers over their "idiot" airport bomb prank

Two YouTubers are facing sentencing in a recent court case for setting up a bomb threat at Newcastle Airport as part of a YouTube practical joke. The judge denounced their behavior, labeling them "idiots" and emphasizing how serious their transgression was. Read more.

The Wilhelm scream: The origin of cinema's decades-old inside joke

Chances are you've heard the Wilhelm scream quite a few times without even realizing it. Many popular films, from the Star Wars universe to renowned superhero franchises to major video games, feature the Wilhelm Scream sound effect. However, not many people know the origin of the Wilhelm scream.

Before we get into it, let's break down how sounds are handled in a motion picture.. Read more.

BBC has announced content credentials. This new feature details where a video is from and if it's authentic.
Shure revealed the new Shure MoveMic. It's a new wireless microphone made especially for content creators.
Apple announced a brand-new Apple MacBook Air with its M3 chip. With the chip, the MacBook Air has a huge boost in performance.
U.S. lawmakers crafted a bill that keeps app stores from hosting TikTok. The bill would keep these stores from hosting TikTok unless TikTok separates from ByteDance.
DJI is opening its first physical store in the United States. Its first location will be in New York City.