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The DSLR Filmmaker's Handbook: Real-World Production Techniques, 2nd Edition
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The DSLR Filmmaker's Handbook: Real-World Production Techniques, 2nd Edition

by Barry Andersson
March 2015
Beginner to intermediate
480 pages
15h 46m
English
Sybex
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Chapter Two Gear and Recommendations

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Now that you know what makes one camera different from another, let’s dig into what camera is the best fit for you, what gear is available to help shoot your next film, and our recommendations for the equipment you need for your next project.

What Camera Is Right for You?

Choosing a camera is a bit overwhelming. Several manufacturers make DSLR cameras, and the prices for cameras vary from $700 to $800 all the way north of $5,000 just for the body. Of course, features vary from camera to camera, even from the same manufacturer.

As you begin the decision-making process, it would be beneficial for you to ...

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