1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:03,003 [Instructor] - Garbage in, garbage out is one of my 2 00:00:03,003 --> 00:00:06,005 favorite multi-media production sayings. 3 00:00:06,005 --> 00:00:08,008 While there are of course ways to improve 4 00:00:08,008 --> 00:00:11,000 less than stellar images in video, 5 00:00:11,000 --> 00:00:12,001 as far as I'm aware, 6 00:00:12,001 --> 00:00:16,007 there is no magic garbage-to-gold drag and drop effect. 7 00:00:16,007 --> 00:00:20,004 So, whenever I capture video or images for a project, 8 00:00:20,004 --> 00:00:23,005 I almost always shoot in the highest resolution 9 00:00:23,005 --> 00:00:25,009 available on my camera. 10 00:00:25,009 --> 00:00:28,004 So given that most of my projects are created 11 00:00:28,004 --> 00:00:31,009 in HD 1920 x 1080 resolution, 12 00:00:31,009 --> 00:00:35,007 why would I create media with such a large file size? 13 00:00:35,007 --> 00:00:37,006 Well, two reasons. 14 00:00:37,006 --> 00:00:40,000 One, quality. 15 00:00:40,000 --> 00:00:44,001 4k video scaled down to HD just looks better. 16 00:00:44,001 --> 00:00:46,008 And two, and really the bigger reason, 17 00:00:46,008 --> 00:00:51,007 4k video and higher res images used in an HD project 18 00:00:51,007 --> 00:00:56,001 offer all kinds of advanced production options. 19 00:00:56,001 --> 00:00:58,003 Now to keep things looking their best, 20 00:00:58,003 --> 00:01:01,007 I transfer my files in full resolution 21 00:01:01,007 --> 00:01:03,004 directly to my laptop. 22 00:01:03,004 --> 00:01:05,006 I don't ever use the "send it to a friend" option 23 00:01:05,006 --> 00:01:07,002 to get it off my device. 24 00:01:07,002 --> 00:01:10,001 This usually compresses and scales down the media 25 00:01:10,001 --> 00:01:12,006 and while it does make a smaller file size, 26 00:01:12,006 --> 00:01:15,003 this comes at a cost to quality. 27 00:01:15,003 --> 00:01:17,006 Instead, I plug in my phone, 28 00:01:17,006 --> 00:01:19,003 I use the card for my camera, 29 00:01:19,003 --> 00:01:22,002 whatever method gets lossless files 30 00:01:22,002 --> 00:01:24,004 from camera to computer. 31 00:01:24,004 --> 00:01:27,001 Now, while pro-level video and photo shooting techniques 32 00:01:27,001 --> 00:01:29,002 are beyond the scope of this course, 33 00:01:29,002 --> 00:01:31,004 I want to highlight a few key points that will 34 00:01:31,004 --> 00:01:34,006 help you get nice-looking shots. 35 00:01:34,006 --> 00:01:36,000 First off, lighting. 36 00:01:36,000 --> 00:01:39,005 Lighting is one of the most important factors. 37 00:01:39,005 --> 00:01:41,009 Today's phones and cameras are really good 38 00:01:41,009 --> 00:01:44,001 with making use of limited light. 39 00:01:44,001 --> 00:01:48,001 Regardless, good lighting will always improve any scene. 40 00:01:48,001 --> 00:01:50,003 Now you don't necessarily need to run out 41 00:01:50,003 --> 00:01:53,000 and buy a bunch of lighting equipment. 42 00:01:53,000 --> 00:01:56,009 Open your shades, turn on your lights, even go outside. 43 00:01:56,009 --> 00:01:59,004 Use the light you have. 44 00:01:59,004 --> 00:02:01,006 Focus is also crucial. 45 00:02:01,006 --> 00:02:04,006 Today's cameras come with exceptional focus tools 46 00:02:04,006 --> 00:02:07,008 to make sure your subject is clear and sharp. 47 00:02:07,008 --> 00:02:09,003 Learn the features on your camera 48 00:02:09,003 --> 00:02:11,007 and take advantage of them. 49 00:02:11,007 --> 00:02:16,000 Framing is also a key component of nice-looking shots. 50 00:02:16,000 --> 00:02:18,000 If you're unfamiliar with this concept, 51 00:02:18,000 --> 00:02:21,000 try using the rule of thirds guide on your camera. 52 00:02:21,000 --> 00:02:22,007 Just place your subject on one 53 00:02:22,007 --> 00:02:25,005 of the intersect points or even dead center 54 00:02:25,005 --> 00:02:27,009 and the odds of getting a decent-looking shot 55 00:02:27,009 --> 00:02:29,006 are pretty good. 56 00:02:29,006 --> 00:02:33,001 If you're shooting in 4k, you can always reframe things 57 00:02:33,001 --> 00:02:38,000 in post-production for an eye-pleasing composition. 58 00:02:38,000 --> 00:02:40,004 And if you want to level up your shots, 59 00:02:40,004 --> 00:02:42,007 there are oodles of advanced courses 60 00:02:42,007 --> 00:02:44,005 here in the learning library.