{"id":148224,"date":"2021-01-27T11:15:00","date_gmt":"2021-01-27T17:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/?p=148224"},"modified":"2021-01-27T09:59:57","modified_gmt":"2021-01-27T15:59:57","slug":"monitor-exposure-on-set","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/monitor-exposure-on-set\/","title":{"rendered":"From Zebra Lines to False Color: 4 Ways to Monitor Exposure on Set"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-with-so-many-ways-to-monitor-exposure-it-can-be-difficult-to-know-which-method-is-best-for-you-let-s-take-a-look\"><span id=\"with-so-many-ways-to-monitor-exposure-it-can-be-difficult-to-know-which-method-is-best-for-you-lets-take-a-look\">With so many ways to monitor exposure, it can be difficult to know which method is best for you. Let&#8217;s take a look.<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"h-this-tutorial-will-look-at-some-of-the-most-common-exposure-tools-and-show-you-how-to-use-them-depending-on-the-type-of-shooter-you-are-you-might-favor-one-tool-over-the-other-or-you-might-find-yourself-using-a-combination-of-a-few-of-these-together-most-importantly-you-will-have-the-knowledge-to-know-which-is-the-best-tool-for-the-job-and-you-ll-get-tight-control-over-the-quality-of-your-image\">Depending on the type of filmmaker you are, you might favor one tool over the other. Or, you might find yourself using a combination of these together. The most important takeaway is that you\u2019ll gain more control over the quality of your image. Now, let&#8217;s take a closer look at each method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AuZzFcZjYok?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-zebra-lines\"><span id=\"1-zebra-lines\">1. Zebra Lines<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use zebra lines to avoid overexposing your image.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Zebra-1.jpg\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"755\" height=\"425\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Zebra-1.jpg\" alt=\"Zebra Lines\" class=\"wp-image-148301\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Zebra-1.jpg 755w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Zebra-1.jpg?resize=300,169 300w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Zebra-1.jpg?resize=277,156 277w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Zebra-1.jpg?resize=359,202 359w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Zebra-1.jpg?resize=543,306 543w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Zebra-1.jpg?resize=560,315 560w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Zebra-1.jpg?resize=150,84 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><em>Use Zebra lines to show when exposure levels exceed a specific value.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the name implies, this is an overlay of diagonal lines that shows when exposure levels of an area exceeds a specified value. Cameras and monitors will have different zebra levels, generally ranging from 60% &#8211; 100% (pure white). For example, my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/bmpcc-6k-vs-ursa-mini-pro-4-6k-g2-for-handheld-shooters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">BMPCC 6K<\/a> goes from 75% &#8211; 100%, while my Blackmagic Video Assist goes all the way down to 40%.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s say I\u2019m shooting outside, and I don\u2019t want the sky to overexpose. Since this is almost always the brightest part of a scene, I\u2019ll set my zebra level to 95%. Then, I\u2019ll adjust the exposure to where the zebra lines begin to show up in the sky. Now I know that when I lower the exposure to the point where the lines disappear, I\u2019m just below 95% IRE. This gives me a nice buffer zone to avoid losing too much detail in the shot.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Zebra also works great when capturing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/light-different-skin-tones-in-the-same-shot\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">skin tones<\/a>. When filming people, I can set the zebra to 75%, then stop down a bit to properly expose my subject\u2019s face. This will help keep the exposure consistent from shot to shot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"2-histogram\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Histogram<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use the histogram to keep a bird\u2019s-eye view on exposure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Histogram-1.jpg\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"755\" height=\"425\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Histogram-1.jpg\" alt=\"The Histogram\" class=\"wp-image-148302\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Histogram-1.jpg 755w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Histogram-1.jpg?resize=300,169 300w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Histogram-1.jpg?resize=277,156 277w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Histogram-1.jpg?resize=359,202 359w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Histogram-1.jpg?resize=543,306 543w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Histogram-1.jpg?resize=560,315 560w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Histogram-1.jpg?resize=150,84 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><em>The histogram is a powerful monitoring tool showing the tonal distribution of pixels in your clip.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This powerful monitoring tool is a graph of the tonal distribution of the pixels of your clip. It essentially shows luminance levels along a horizontal scale. The left is 0% black, and the right 100% white. As you go from left to right along the histogram, you have the shadows, midtones, and highlights.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While the horizontal axis measures the luminance level, the vertical axis shows the number of pixels at each specific value. Use it to quickly keep track of (and avoid) any over or underexposed shots, and to view contrast. If the histogram is bunched up in the middle, you might have a low-contrast image. If the signal is clumped up on either end, then you probably have a high-contrast image.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While the histogram is good for overall exposure readings, it\u2019s not the best tool to view specific items in your shot, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/blog\/editing-skin-tone\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">skin tones<\/a>. It can, however, be very helpful when performing specific techniques, like exposing to the right (ETTR).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"3-waveform\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Waveform<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When I see a waveform monitor, I think about the old-school broadcast world. Years ago, I worked for a small television station, and the engineers used waveforms to calibrate exposure for all of our multi-camera shoots.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Waveform-1.jpg\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"755\" height=\"425\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Waveform-1.jpg\" alt=\"The Waveform\" class=\"wp-image-148305\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Waveform-1.jpg 755w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Waveform-1.jpg?resize=300,169 300w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Waveform-1.jpg?resize=277,156 277w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Waveform-1.jpg?resize=359,202 359w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Waveform-1.jpg?resize=543,306 543w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Waveform-1.jpg?resize=560,315 560w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-Waveform-1.jpg?resize=150,84 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><em>A waveform is useful when calibrating your camera, as well as when exposing green\/blue screen backgrounds.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A waveform shows the luminance values of the video signal vertically from 0 to 100. Unlike the histogram, the pixels are located in the same horizontal position as the original image. As with the histogram, however, the image has more contrast if the signal is spread out vertically, and less contrast when it&#8217;s bunched together.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re new to using a waveform, they can be hard to read. They are especially difficult to use when attempting to isolate specific elements on screen. While the pixels are spread normally across the image horizontally, the luminance information is blended together vertically. Items with the same exposure level will blend together on the vertical axis. This makes it difficult to tell what\u2019s what.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The waveform shines in situations where you can use charts to calibrate your camera. It\u2019s also especially useful when exposing green or blue screen backgrounds. If you\u2019re working as a lone-wolf in a run-and-gun situation, this might not be your best option.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s a much better tool for specificity . . .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"4-false-color\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. False Color<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use false color to get quick exposure readings of everything within the frame.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-False-Color-1.jpg\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"755\" height=\"425\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-False-Color-1.jpg\" alt=\"False Color\" class=\"wp-image-148309\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-False-Color-1.jpg 755w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-False-Color-1.jpg?resize=300,169 300w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-False-Color-1.jpg?resize=277,156 277w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-False-Color-1.jpg?resize=359,202 359w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-False-Color-1.jpg?resize=543,306 543w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-False-Color-1.jpg?resize=560,315 560w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-Ways-to-Monitor-Exposure-on-Set-False-Color-1.jpg?resize=150,84 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><em>False color allows you to isolate specific elements on screen.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This tool allows users to monitor exposure levels via specific color values. False color is one of the more popular options for controlling exposure, as it&#8217;s much easier to isolate specific elements on screen. For example, nailing skin tone is very simple with false color when compared to using zebra or a histogram.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Blackmagic-Design-False-Color-Chart-1-1.jpg\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"755\" height=\"201\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Blackmagic-Design-False-Color-Chart-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Blackmagic Design False Color Chart\" class=\"wp-image-148311\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Blackmagic-Design-False-Color-Chart-1-1.jpg 755w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Blackmagic-Design-False-Color-Chart-1-1.jpg?resize=300,80 300w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Blackmagic-Design-False-Color-Chart-1-1.jpg?resize=277,74 277w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Blackmagic-Design-False-Color-Chart-1-1.jpg?resize=359,96 359w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Blackmagic-Design-False-Color-Chart-1-1.jpg?resize=543,145 543w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Blackmagic-Design-False-Color-Chart-1-1.jpg?resize=560,149 560w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Blackmagic-Design-False-Color-Chart-1-1.jpg?resize=150,40 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><em>The Blackmagic Design false color chart. Image via <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hdgear.tv\/images\/catalog\/product\/docs\/blackmagic_cinema_camera_manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Blackmagic Design<\/a>.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This chart from Blackmagic shows that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/blog\/think-pink-design-power-symbolism\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">pink<\/a> is optimal for lighter skin tones, while <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/blog\/green-color-schemes-meaning\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">green<\/a> is best for darker skin tones. To keep the look consistent from shot to shot, simply adjust your lights and\/or camera settings until the skin changes to the necessary color. Trying to do this with any of the above tools would prove to be much more difficult.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One downside is that the \u201cpredator vision\u201d of the false color overlay can be distracting. I like to put this on a profile button so I can quickly toggle it on and off. Many lower-end cameras might not have false color available, so be sure to look for that before you make a purchase.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more on exposure tools and filming techniques, check out these articles: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/filmmaking-exposure-cheat-sheet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">The Exposure Fundamentals Behind Great Filmmaking<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/free-prism-bokeh-overlays\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Creative Uses for Bokeh Overlays + Free Prism Bokeh Pack<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/filmmaking-narrative-power-shutter-speed\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">How to Capture The Narrative Power of Shutter Speed<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/beginners-guide-to-frame-rates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">A Beginner\u2019s Guide to Frame Rates<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/getting-started-using-light-meter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Learning Curve: Getting Started Using a Light Meter<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With so many ways to monitor exposure, it can be difficult to know which method is best for you. 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