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Eyecup

January 6, 2021January 11, 2022 - by LensNotes - Leave a Comment

What is an eyecup? An eyecup, when relating to photographic equipment, is typically a contoured rubber cup attached to the eyepiece of the camera. Also known as eyepieces, the main …

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The Next 15 Things for Your Camera Assistant Kit

October 8, 2020October 14, 2021 - by LensNotes - Leave a Comment

Welcome to the second instalment of our popular series on what an assistant camera (or an AC) should have in their kit. If you are here, we take it you’ve …

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The Camera Assistant Guide to Essential Consumables

October 2, 2020January 15, 2021 - by LensNotes - Leave a Comment

Cinematography is a complex process combining craftsmanship with artistic vision. Capturing this vision on film (or in a digital file) requires a proficient crew and a fair amount of rather …

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Lens Spanner Wrench

May 12, 2020July 20, 2021 - by LensNotes - 2 Comments.

What is a lens spanner wrench? A lens spanner wrench, or just lens spanner, is a tool for removal of notched lens retaining rings. It is used to take apart …

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Martini Shot

November 25, 2019January 11, 2022 - by LensNotes - Leave a Comment

What is a martini shot? A martini shot is film slang term for the last set-up of the shooting day. Usually called out by the first assistant director (1st AD), …

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Director’s Viewfinder

May 20, 2019June 18, 2020 - by LensNotes - 2 Comments.

What is a director’s viewfinder? A director’s viewfinder is an optical device used by cinematographers and directors to pre-visualize the framing of a motion picture camera. The light and portable …

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Clapper Loader

April 16, 2019January 7, 2022 - by LensNotes - 1 Comment

A clapper loader, also called a second assistant camera (2nd AC), is a member of the camera department within a film crew.

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Matte Box

April 15, 2019January 17, 2020 - by LensNotes - Leave a Comment

A matte box is a device that is attached to the front end of the lens in video and film production and sometimes in still photography.

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Clapperboard

April 15, 2019January 17, 2020 - by LensNotes - Leave a Comment

A clapperboard, also called a film slate, is a tool that is used to synchronize sound and image in motion picture production.

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