“The Cine Lens Manual” is an extensive guide that promises to walk you through all the fundamental concepts revolving around cinema glass. From the history of cine lenses to choosing the right series, this in-depth manual covers it all. Written by Jay Holben and Christopher Probst, ASC, the book is now available for purchase for $175. Picking up the right glass is definitely one of those choices that have the greatest impact on the look and feeling of a movie. However, it’s not an unchallenging one. In fact, when getting to know and comparing the character of different series of cinema glass, it’s easy to get lost in the technical and creative aspects of optics. “The Cine Lens Manual” is here to help you navigate this vast sea. Wether you are a beginner or a well-established cinematographer, I’m sure you still have something to learn from this book. Let’s take a closer look at its content. The Cine Lens Manual cover. Source: cinelensmanual.com “The Cine Lens Manual”: the ultimate lens guide “The Cine Lens Manual” definitely sits among the most complete books ever written on the subject. Its chapters wander between all technical and aesthetic aspects of cinema lenses, from the history and evolution of optical designs to learning how to properly test and service cinema optics. The authors worked hard to simplify the most difficult concepts, thus providing an easy approach that is suitable for a wide public. In fact, they claim no specific prior knowledge is required, wether...
Published By: CineD - Wednesday, 23 March, 2022