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Metering Modes: Evaluative, Center-Weighted, Spot
The different ways your camera measures light, and which metering mode to use in different situations.
Read ArticleVideo Frame Rates
What frame rates mean for video, the difference between 24p, 30p, and 60p, and when to use each.
Read ArticleHigh Speed and Slow Motion Video
How to capture high frame rate video for slow motion playback, and what settings matter for smooth results.
Read ArticleVideo Resolutions: HD, 4K, 6K, and Beyond
The difference between video resolutions, what they mean for quality and workflow, and which resolution to choose.
Read ArticleApple ProRes Explained
What Apple ProRes is, the different ProRes flavors, and why it is the standard for professional video editing.
Read ArticleRED Camera Video Files and Codecs
How RED cameras store video, what RED RAW and R3D files are, and why they offer so much flexibility in post.
Read ArticleSD vs CFexpress vs microSD Cards
The differences between memory card formats, their speeds, and which one is right for your camera.
Read ArticleBitrate and Bandwidth for Video
What bitrate means, how it affects video quality, and how to calculate storage requirements for your video projects.
Read ArticleLithium Batteries for Cameras
How lithium-ion camera batteries work, how to care for them, and tips for maximizing battery life in the field.
Read ArticleFlash vs Natural Light
When to use flash, when to use natural light, and how to combine both for beautiful results.
Read ArticleCamera Storage Workflow
How to manage your photos and videos from memory card to archive, with redundancy and organization that keeps your data safe.
Read ArticleWelcome to the xgiovio.com Knowledge Base
A comprehensive introduction to our multi-disciplinary Knowledge Base, covering AI, VFX, App Development, Web, Hardware, Investing, and Photography.
Read ArticleNikon D3200 Video Rolling Shutter & Readout Speed
Analysis and test results of the rolling shutter readout speed on the Nikon D3200 Expeed 3 sensor.
Read ArticleNikon D3200 Video 18-55 Sensor Area & Distortion
Tests and calculations to determine the exact sensor area covered by video and lens distortion on the Nikon D3200 at 1280x720p 60fps.
Read ArticleNikkor 18-55mm Lens Profile & Calibration
Step-by-step lens profile calibration for the Nikkor 18-55mm kit lens, including raw calibration charts at multiple focal lengths.
Read ArticleNikon 18-55mm Lens Breathing & Tracking Challenges
Understanding lens breathing on the Nikon D3200 18-55mm lens and its impact on vfx camera tracking solvers.
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