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Camera Gain: It doesn’t make the camera more sensitive! (also relevant EI S-Log).

Posted on April 25, 2012 by alisterchapman

This is something that’s not well understood by many people. It helps explain why the PMW-F3 (and other cameras) EI S-Log function is so useful. You see, camera gain does not normally actually change the cameras ability to capture photons … Continue reading →

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What is ISO and how does it compare to gain?

Posted on February 7, 2011 by alisterchapman

With more and more people using 35mm size sensors, more of the old traditional filming styles and techniques are trickling down from the high end to lower and lower production levels. This is a good thing as it often involves … Continue reading →

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