Do you use the Marker?

[HybridCreations]

Hello,
This came up in another thread in the Cinematography section about exposure. I wanted to see how many people actually use the Marker function on the set. I've never really used it, but I think I might start in order to make my exposure more uniform (and help better train my eye to see what good exposure really is). I understand the mechanics of it, but if anyone feels like it, a practical explanation might help some people.

Of the videos I see on this site and others, the ones that really blow me away are those with "perfect exposure" (especially Disjecta's work). Seems like the marker may help quite a bit.
Thanks. :thumbsup:

-Ryan

 

[Bruce Morgan]

great question i am waiting for an answer to this too

 

[Noel Evans]

I have been using the marker a lot.. not for its intended purpose though I use it as a reference point when I am doing hand held shots.

 

[alpi69]

i use marker and zebra a lot depending on the scene.
actually more the zebra outside and the marker when i use lights indoors.
it really helps to define how certain areas will be lit and helps especially to find dark places in the setup. i then sometimes use the zebra to make sure nothing shoots out of the roof......