bosindy
06-01-2006, 02:24 PM
There is an interesting DOF tutorial in the cinematography section of this site where Barry Green states the factors in getting the best DOF. Although that post seemed to be in the context of a DVX, I am sure the same principles apply to the HVX. My question is, are there any additional features of the HVX that allows for a shallower DOF sans the m2 and similar adapters? Thanks.
Barry stated in that post to refer:
So, to reiterate: for the shallow DOF look, do these in the following order:
1. *Zoom in as far as you can. *If you can't zoom in all the way to 45mm, try backing up some so that you can continue zooming in. *Max telephoto is the most important factor.
2. *Open the iris as much as possible. *If that means using the ND filters, use 'em. *Get that iris as close to "open" as you can.
3. *Position your subject to be as far away from the background as possible. *You cannot underestimate how important that is. *If it means changing your shot or composition, change it. *Move your subject across the street if you can -- it'll make all the difference.
4. *Get as close as you can. *Proximity counts for a lot. *Use a close-focus diopter if you must.
Barry stated in that post to refer:
So, to reiterate: for the shallow DOF look, do these in the following order:
1. *Zoom in as far as you can. *If you can't zoom in all the way to 45mm, try backing up some so that you can continue zooming in. *Max telephoto is the most important factor.
2. *Open the iris as much as possible. *If that means using the ND filters, use 'em. *Get that iris as close to "open" as you can.
3. *Position your subject to be as far away from the background as possible. *You cannot underestimate how important that is. *If it means changing your shot or composition, change it. *Move your subject across the street if you can -- it'll make all the difference.
4. *Get as close as you can. *Proximity counts for a lot. *Use a close-focus diopter if you must.