Cinematography
In film, we sculpt time, we sculpt behaviour and we sculpt light.
– David Fincher
Understanding Aspect Ratios: Which One to Use & Why
Aspect ratio is one of the most important choices a filmmaker makes. It directly affects the visual composition, storytelling, and emotional impact of a film. Whether you're shooting a short film, a feature, a commercial, or a YouTube video, choosing the right aspect...
How to Update Your Canon R7 Firmware – TechChomper
Another fantastic video from Austin Film Meet's own Co-founder and Technical Director, Brandon Boggs. This time he's helping us update the firmware on the Canon R7 camera.
Best Camera for Vlogging 2025 – TechChomper
Are you looking for a camera for vlogging purposes? Do you want to know what the very best one is?? Then here's your answer from Austin Film Meet's Technical Director and Co-founder, Brandon Boggs from his YouTube channel TechChomper.
VR180 Camera Setup – Canon R7 & 3.9mm Dual Fisheye Lens Unboxing – TechChomper
Curious about shooting VR180 content? Check out this new Canon R7 and the 3.9mm Dual Fisheye lens for creating awesome 3D content. Watch as Austin Film Meet's own Technical Director and Co-founder, Brandon Boggs, unboxes this exciting new camera setup.
How to Properly Roll or Wrap a Cable
If you’re on my set, you had better know – or learn very quickly – how to properly roll a cable, that is to properly “over and under” a cable.
5 DIY Camera Stabilizers You Can Build Yourself
There's no excuse for crappy, non-stabilized camera footage. Of course, you don't want to shoot everything on a tripod and camera stabilization devices can be quite expensive. But that's no excuse. So, here are several camera stabilizers you can build yourself. Just...
The C-Stand Explained
C-Stands are an old-time favorite of film crew. They are incredibly versatile and are a great tool to have in your arsenal.
Why Apple Boxes Are Totally Underrated
Need to lift something? Stand on something? Raise a table? Level a tripod? There are so many uses for an apple box, it’s ridiculous.
“Field Of View” Improves Productions Through Philosophy
I've seen a ton of "how-to" videos on the web showing how to use a specific piece of equipment or how to do a specific technique. These are all fine, and might teach me a thing or two, but very few address knowledge over equipment. One of the most lasting...
"My Camera Is Bigger Than Yours" Camera Presentation Download
Download the Presentation Documents from Jeffrey Buras’ presentation from May 17, 2010.