Time-Lapse Cinematography: A Tutorial Paper

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Publisher: SMPTE — White Plains, NY, USA
Doc Type: Journal Article
Content Type: Original Research
Volume: 76, No. 2, pp. 81–88
Abstract: Successful time-lapse cinematography can be accomplished by a geared-down continuous drive or by using an intervalometer with a stop-motion motor, rotary solenoid or internal spring motor with external escapement. Typical electronic intervalometer circuits and their limitations are compared with the motor-driven intervalometer for both exposure and timing. Requirements for photographic illumination, illumination to maintain the health of a plant over long periods, of maintaining pictorial composition during an extended “take,” exposure and interval selection and the desirability of multiple camera operation are discussed. Experience in time-lapse photography at Moody Institute of Science during the past 20 years and the type of equipment employed are described.
Publication Date: 1967-02-01
DOI: 10.5594/J09182
ISSN: Print: 0361-4573
Link: https://doi.org/10.5594/J09182
Author(s): Irwin A. MoonMoody Institute of Science, 12000 E. Washington Blvd., Whittier, Calif. 90606
F. Alton EverestMoody Institute of Science, 12000 E. Washington Blvd., Whittier, Calif. 90606
Copyright: © 1967 Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers, Inc.

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