The technology at the heart of HD broadcasting is the HD camera. Closely complementing Chris's paper will be a presentation, by television Director of Photography Sue Gibson and representatives from manufacturer ARRI, on the company's new high definition camera. Originally designed for motion picture use, the presentation will demonstrate how the camera is now considered to be more versatile for the HD video market.
Adding a different perspective will be Roger Simonsz, whose presentation will discuss colour, using his extensive international experience in film and video camera work to demonstrate colour techniques in image gathering. His paper is guaranteed to be a riveting session because, as well as examining different colour theories and their relevance to cinematographers, he will also announce a brand new system which could be used to allow more freedom for colour usage.
These three papers are just part of a much wider programme of seminars, product displays, events and backstage tours which are an integral part of Showlight 2005. Taking place from May 22-24 2005 at the Prinzregententheater, Munich, Showlight is a truly international event, attracting speakers and delegates from around the world. Key sponsors include ETC, ARRI and the Prinzregententheater in association with the Bayerische Theaterakademie.
With just one week to go, if you haven't arranged your trip, now's the time to do it - to register as a delegate e-mail the address below or visit the website - where you can also make your hotel and travel arrangements.
(Lee Baldock)
