8 bit Footage Graded by a Pro + Free Powergrade

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-- CHAPTERS --
00:00 - Intro
00:29 - Cut Downs
01:35 - Project Settings
01:48 - Primaries
04:47 - Secondaries
07:57 - Look Dev
10:08 - Keying
11:00 - 8 Bit Rules
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[@captureinsidethesound]

Color grading with 8-bit footage is like when an artist puts water on a canvas where the paint has almost dried - Surface colors smear and blend but only to a certain point before it gets messy.

[@RobertNoelvonDraminski]

Especially the keying part was very helpful. I've never really thought about the limitations when it comes to keying in DWG. It is a bit of a weird approach at first but I think it'll have quite a big impact on the work I do. Thank you.

[@lechefrezca]

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:53 🎨 *Understand the importance of Color Space Transform (CST) when working with footage; transition from Rec.709 to DaVinci-wide gamut for corrections and back to Rec.709 at the end.* 03:09 🌈 *Use vectorscope and RGB values to ensure a balanced image; check if blacks are black and whites are white for balance.* 04:27 🖌️ *Utilize HSVSAT node for eight-bit footage; adjust gamma and gain to manage saturation, especially in less saturated areas.* 05:48 📸 *Work with well-exposed and balanced footage from the start; limitations exist when dealing with poorly shot material, so prioritize good exposure and white balance.* 10:57 🔑 *When keying in 8-bit footage, transform it to Rec.709 before applying the key; avoid unnecessary keying in 8-bit, and make small adjustments due to the limited flexibility of the format.* Made with HARPA AI

[@adamturleymusic]

Such an incredibly helpful video. You answered a ton of questions I had as someone just getting into coloring my own videos. Thank you!

[@radwoc]

10:23 Very clever solution for keying! I have playlist named: "valuable Davinci content to check later" and again, your video is added 😎

[@itterlymediagroup]

You are the BEST Colorist and Best Teacher on How To Color Grade using Davinci Resolve. This was another GREAT tutorial!

[@kelvinmurage]

Finally, thank you so much for this

[@OnMars3D]

I'm super glad I came across your channel. I always try and teach the importance of color grading and your channel has been great for that, tt's been a gold mine for Davinci workflows!

[@runhaar1]

Love to hear it!

[@lifewalklens8447]

Thanks a lot bro it helps

[@mph.o]

Totally appreciate this! Cause my 8-bit footage always breaks

[@kingreego8304]

Thanks for the tutorial...would also enjoy a tutorial about omniscope

[@vicmwaf]

Very informative

[@TheVapingHeed]

i have been waiting a long time for someone to grade 8 bit footage correctly as i still have a sony A7iii which is an 8 bit camera

[@ramanandh1261]

Sir ,could u pls tell y u added look not after final cst? N u used to do contrast after balance ryt? Was the change only for 8 bit?

[@aaronpeteres]

Another great video. Hope you don't mind my endless questions. I have noticed that sometimes you use Ratio(for exposure and contrast)/balance/Hsv.Sat nodes, and other times you use Exp/Contrast/ balance/ Hsv.Sat ect. Is there any rhyme and reason to how you choose to label your primaries?

[@runhaar1]

No, you can use whichever method you like and find makes sense to you

[@dennisdksing]

My camera is 8 bit but supports several profiles, like standard and flat. Would you recommend using flat and then color grade, or just use standard and use that as a starting point?

[@runhaar1]

I'd go flat and take it from there

[@captureinsidethesound]

This really depends on the scenes lighting situation and the "look" you are going for but also what "flat" and "standard" actually means with a dedicated camera or application you are using on a phone. PRACTICE the technique of getting it right before hitting the record button because that's where paint (profile/colors) hits the canvas (sensor). Color grading will never replace the paint brush or the artist using it. Master this and you can make more with less.

[@plendil10mg]

the nodes is so confusing plus the parallel node😢