Using the Waveform on Nikon Z Cameras

Coming from the photography world into videography the histogram has always been the main tool for determining exposure. But for video there is also the Waveform. An initially confusing setting (at least for me) so in this video we will go through a bunch of videos to show how the waveform works and shows the exposure and whether it may be a tool you can add to your setup. We also show how I have implemented it on my Nikon Z8, and can be applied to other Nikon Z cameras.
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[@kevinswilson66]

Very informative. I was confused about waveforms until I watched this video. I will follow your recommendations on the button assignments.

[@raincoastphoto]

Glad it was helpful! Cheers.

[@donwuest3364]

Cool stuff, and great presentation!

[@raincoastphoto]

Thanks Don, Cheers!