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Josh Koop

Josh Koop

🎥 Unlocking cinema quality on a budget | Canon EOS M + Magic Lantern tips, RAW workflows, & gear hacks for indie filmmakers.
27 posts
How Is Lighting Used in Film? The Hidden Art Behind Every Iconic Scene
Lighting

How Is Lighting Used in Film? The Hidden Art Behind Every Iconic Scene

public – 5 min read
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Behind every unforgettable movie moment lies a secret mathematical formula. Masters manipulate shadows, color temperatures, and precise lighting ratios to engineer your emotions. Your favorite films are playing tricks on you.
May 2, 2025
Josh Koop Josh Koop
How Camera Angles & Film Techniques Trick You Into Feeling More
Visual Storytelling

How Camera Angles & Film Techniques Trick You Into Feeling More

public – 4 min read
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Film directors secretly control your emotions with every shot. Camera angles and technical choices bypass your rational mind. Your feelings aren't even your own.
May 1, 2025
Josh Koop Josh Koop
What Is Hard Lighting in Film? Here’s How It Creates Tension and Drama
Lighting

What Is Hard Lighting in Film? Here’s How It Creates Tension and Drama

public – 5 min read
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From film noir to horror: why harsh shadows tell brutal truths about characters that soft light desperately tries to hide. Darkness never looked so revealing.
Apr 30, 2025
Josh Koop Josh Koop
You’re Missing Out If You’re Not Using a Prime Lens: Here’s Why
Lenses

You’re Missing Out If You’re Not Using a Prime Lens: Here’s Why

public – 4 min read
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Why photographers obsess over prime lenses: superior sharpness, dreamy bokeh, and compact designs that outshine zooms. Your images suffer without one.
Apr 29, 2025
Josh Koop Josh Koop
Zoom or Prime? Discover What the Pros Really Use and Why
Lenses

Zoom or Prime? Discover What the Pros Really Use and Why

public – 6 min read
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Learn what prime lenses vs zoom lenses really means and find out which one is best for photography, videography, and your creative goals.
Apr 28, 2025
Josh Koop Josh Koop
7artisans 50mm f1.8 APS-C Manual Lens Review: Perfect for the EOS-M and Videography
Reviews Lenses

7artisans 50mm f1.8 APS-C Manual Lens Review: Perfect for the EOS-M and Videography

public – 4 min read
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$66 lens vs. Canon's premium prices: The 7artisans 50mm f/1.8 delivers buttery bokeh and sharp results without motor noise. Budget glass shouldn't perform this well. Can it truly replace expensive alternatives?
Apr 27, 2025
Josh Koop Josh Koop
Why Soft Lighting in Film Is the Key to Creating Mood and Atmosphere
Lighting

Why Soft Lighting in Film Is the Key to Creating Mood and Atmosphere

public – 4 min read
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Want cinematic shots with a smooth, flattering glow? Understand what soft lighting in film is and how to use it to elevate your video quality.
Apr 27, 2025
Josh Koop Josh Koop
Canon EF-M 18-55mm Review: Lightweight Simple Kit Lens for Videography
Reviews Lenses

Canon EF-M 18-55mm Review: Lightweight Simple Kit Lens for Videography

public – 5 min read
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Is this budget Canon kit lens secretly the perfect vlogging companion? Surprising 4-stop stabilization and whisper-quiet STM focusing make videography effortless, even when quality standards aren't.
Apr 27, 2025
Josh Koop Josh Koop
This Simple Three Light Setup Will Transform Your Videography Forever
Lighting

This Simple Three Light Setup Will Transform Your Videography Forever

public – 6 min read
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Master the three-point lighting technique that seasoned videographers won't tell you about. Transform ordinary footage into cinematic gold with this embarrassingly simple setup. Your viewers will notice the difference immediately.
Apr 27, 2025
Josh Koop Josh Koop
7Artisans 25mm f1.8 APS-C Manual Lens Review: Quality Close Up Video for Cinematography
Reviews Lenses

7Artisans 25mm f1.8 APS-C Manual Lens Review: Quality Close Up Video for Cinematography

public – 4 min read
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Cinematic close-ups without draining your bank account? The 7artisans 25mm f1.8 delivers vintage character and buttery focus that post-production simply cannot replicate. Your storytelling deserves this lens.
Apr 26, 2025
Josh Koop Josh Koop
The Hidden Power of Camera Angles: How They Shape Every Movie Scene
Visual Storytelling

The Hidden Power of Camera Angles: How They Shape Every Movie Scene

public – 5 min read
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Camera angles secretly control your emotions in every film scene. They establish power, vulnerability, and manipulate your feelings without your awareness. The screen is lying to you.
Apr 26, 2025
Josh Koop Josh Koop
Canon EOS M: Using Dual ISO In Crop Mood Using Magic Lantern
Tutorial

Canon EOS M: Using Dual ISO In Crop Mood Using Magic Lantern

public – 3 min read
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Dual ISO allows your images to have a wider dynamic range to help lose less to brights or blacks in the scene and giving a better adjustment potential.
Apr 25, 2025
Josh Koop Josh Koop
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