Intro to Camera Operation
Member Price
$25.00
Non-Member Price
$50.00
About this Event
Learn the fundamentals of operating a camera for the purpose of capturing video.
Experience Level: Beginner
Using a mix of lecture, demonstration and hands-on learning experience, this session will introduce participants to key concepts needed to properly operate a camera for the purposes of capturing video. This workshop will provide information that can be used in the operation of almost any modern video camera or video-capable still camera/device. Highly recommended for anyone who is starting out in video. This is a good primer for those who want to get serious about video, but will also be helpful for hobbyists. Participants are strongly encouraged to bring their own camera if they have one.
Topics include:
- Types of cameras and the qualities of each
- The effect of frame rates
- Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO and Gain
- Colour Temperature/White Balance and how it affects your image
- Resolution: HD vs 4K, and what it actually means
- Codec basics (H.264 vs MOV, etc)
- Camera audio basics
- Setup Demonstration
Please email workshops@edvideo.org with any questions and/or accessibility concerns.
Date And Time
Tue, June 16 2026 | 18:30PM – 21:00PM
Location
46 Essex Street, Guelph, ON, Canada
Instructor
Elia Morrison