Lens metadata is a crucial part of workflow, but what is it exactly? Find out Feb. 22. Lens metadata is increasingly playing an important role in productions. From helping focus pullers and DITs to informing real-time virtual productions like The Mandalorian, understanding how useful it can be is a must for any cinematographer or filmmaker. If you ever picked up a Sony FE or Canon EF lens, you've probably noticed those little metal contact points on the mount. Those are electronic communication points that allow the lens to talk to the camera so features like autofocus function correctly. Other lenses allow metadata to pass through, providing information for focal length, iris, and focus settings. With that info, it allows teams to place virtual objects into scenes for preview or for talent interaction. Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Wednesday, 17 February, 2021