Use of the variable shutter. The variable shutter
enables you to achieve various effects, without the
need for any other accessories. Some are described
below.
Dissolves
Fade-in. A film beginning abruptly with a
title
or a
brillantly lit scene may dazzle the eyes of an audience
in a darkened room. The eye needs only between
%
second and 2 seconds to become adapted to the
brightest screen image, if the transition is gradual. In
such cases, it is a good idea to introduce the
openina
scene with a fade-in, using the variable
shutter,
as
follows:
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Close the variable shutter without
locking the
control lever.
In
Start the camera with the left hand
while
simulta-
neously opening the shutter with the right using the
I
lever. To ensure a smooth movement
press the
~
middle finger against the edge of the turret
and,
holding the small black lever knob firmly between
thumb and index finger, move the lever gently for-
ward (see picture opposite).
.
3. Continue filming until the end of the first sequence.
4. For safety's sake, lock the lever in the "open" posi-
tion before
fiiming
further seguences.