Introduction to Video, Sony House Auckland (NZ)

Step into the world of filmmaking with a hands-on introduction to shooting video. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a stills photographer looking to expand into video, this workshop will guide you through the essentials of video production.

Bring your own Sony camera or try one of ours and leave with the confidence to start filming your own projects. Perfect for aspiring content creators, filmmakers, and anyone curious about unlocking the full potential of their camera. 

Each attendee will recieve a free PDF to take away highlighting the fundementals of starting your videography journey. 

I’m Scott Howes, an English lad who escaped the 9 to 5 city life of London and ended up telling stories for brands on the other side of the world in beautiful Aotearoa, New Zealand.

You can see more of my video work on YouTube 

• How to set up your camera for video shooting 
• Understand XAVC S, XAVC HS, and XAVC S-I XAVC S: Long GOP, great for efficiency & small file sizes XAVC HS: Uses H.265 for better compression and quality XAVC S-I: All-Intra (Intra-frame), ideal for editing and high motion content
• Frame Rates & Recording Modes 24p vs 25p vs 50/60p and how it affects motion and style Slow motion and high frame rate options (100/120p) When and why to shoot in different frame rates
• Key settings for exposure and resolution - 4K, 10-bit 4:2:2 vs 8-bit 4:2:0
• Picture Profiles Explained S-Cinetone: Straight out of camera cinematic colour with natural skin tones S-Log3: Maximizing dynamic range for professional grading How and when to use each, LUTs vs Rec709, and post-production considerations 
•  Practical tips for capturing stable, high-quality footage  
• Lighting & Audio Tips, microphone types and clean audio capture Basic lighting setups for natural cinematic looks

• Camera
• Notepad 
• Pen
• Laptop/ tablet