During the late 90s and early 2000s, the rise of digital imaging blurred the line between cinematography and videography. The word videography comes from the Latin word meaning of “video,” which means “to see” and the Greek ending “graphy,” which means to write. The article “Videography” What Does It All Mean? defines videography as “a newly emerging production medium which draws from the film aesthetic and the television technology [and characterized as] ‘film-type productions using electronic image recording and electronic post-production techniques.’” But, how much do you know about videography? Take our quiz below to find out.
True Or False?
- True or False: Videography is just another way of referring to the art of cinematography.
- True or False: The only difference between videography and cinematography is the size of the crew.
- True or False: If you want a “campy-type” film, videography is the way to go.
- True or False: Videography is easy, you just point and shoot.
Answers:
- False: Cinematography is the art and science of motion picture photography. Videography refers to event videography, weddings, corporate videos, small commercials, and live TV.
- False: Although the size of the crew is a factor, a videographer can work solo because they actually operate the camera and can handle other production elements including lighting, sound, editing, and more. A cinematographer usually has a large crew because they work on motion pictures, and although responsible for technical and artistic decisions per the director’s vision, other people do the actual filming, etc.
- False: A videographer captures moving images on electronic media such as video tape, hard drive, DVD, or Blu-ray. It is an artistic way to shoot video and although if “campy” you want, “campy” you can get, videographers can make your footage, colorful, edgy, and full of life, providing a cinematic-like experience. That is why videography and cinematography are often confused.
- False: Videographers are creative personalities who employ a variety of methods to create the footage you’re looking for including: a variety of cameras and/or lenses, multiple camera types including stationary cameras, background, lighting manipulation, external microphones, and more.
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