Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

The third edition of this book deals with the full range of problems encountered in using microphones to generate a stereophonic or monophonic audio signal. It appreciates the importance of learning the techniques of mono, before advancing to the use of stereo equipment. different types of microphone that are available, sources of sound and the creative use of acoustics and electronic processing to modify the signal. There is a strong emphasis on aesthetic judgement and the approach is largely non-technical.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

• Meet your camera
• The camera lens
• Controlling exposure
• Focussing
• Automatic Controls
• Types of shots
• Framing the shot
• Basics of composition
• Videotaping
• Light & Lighting
• Studio production
• Filters and effects
• Camera care