Guide to Grading Sony S-LOG in DaVinci Resolve
This workshop is designed for solo operators, small production companies, corporate video producers, stock footage entrepreneurs, or anyone who wants to work efficiently with Sony S-LOG and RAW files.
If you want to harness the full potential of Sony's high-end cameras, you must shoot with S-LOG and/or RAW. But if you aren't color grading your footage in DaVinci Resolve (or not using Resolve properly) you're missing a vital part of the workflow. Grading can elevate a good image to great, or a great image to outstanding. In fact, color grading can be one of the most impactful tweaks you can make to any footage you shoot -- and it is absolutely mandatory for S-LOG and RAW.
In this 4-hour tutorial video, well-known Sony camera expert, cinematographer, and educator Doug Jensen, explains why Sony S-LOG and RAW footage deserve a specialized workflow that goes beyond what can be accomplished in an ordinary NLE or by just applying a LUT in post and calling it good. Doug shows you exactly how you can easily use DaVinci Resolve to take your footage to the next level.
Whether you've already had some experience with Resolve or are just getting started, Doug will lead you step-by-step through the process of importing, editing, coloring, and exporting your footage. It's like having a private, one-one-one, 4-hour, training session with Doug at your convenience.
In his trademark no-nonsense style, Doug cuts through the clutter of confusing, misunderstood, and sometimes poorly documented features. He demystifies Resolve and provides practical, step-by-step instructions that you can follow at your own pace. More importantly, Doug explains the reasoning behind his recommendations, helping you understand not just how process S-LOG and RAW footage, but how to make better decisions when you’re color grading.
INDEPENDENT AND UNBIASED: This Master Class is a completely independent production by Vortex Media. It is not sponsored, endorsed, approved, or influenced by Sony. You’ll get straightforward, unbiased information and professional advice based on Doug Jensen’s decades of experience—not a marketing presentation.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR: Doug Jensen, a veteran director of photography, cinematographer, and educator, has created more than two dozen Sony camcorder training videos and books. Doug doesn’t simply tell you what a feature does. He explains why it matters, when you should use it, and how to use it effectively in real-world production. He also shares his favorite custom settings, professional best practices, advanced techniques, and dozens of tips and tricks developed from decades of experience behind the camera. Think of it as having a private, one-on-one training session with Doug Jensen—without the expense or inconvenience of hiring him for personal instruction.
LICENSE TERMS: This Master Class is offered as a single-user license authorizing one person to access and view the content. Your account and licensed content may not be shared with or accessed by other persons, including employees, students, co-workers, business partners, or independent contractors. Please respect the time, expertise, and hard work that went into creating this training. Thank you for supporting Vortex Media.
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Chapter 1: Overview of S-LOG & Resolve
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Chapter 2: Importing Clips into Resolve
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Chapter 3: Editing and Color Grading in Resolve
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Chapter 4: Exporting Graded Clips
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Bonus Chapter: More Step-by-Step Examples of Grading
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THE POWER OF GRADING STOCK FOOTAGE - PART ONE FIRE AND SMOKE
I had the opportunity to shoot another Florida wildfire this week and was able to capture another 130 4K clips with my Sony Z280 (and a couple of shots with my F55) that will be added to my growing stock footage portfolio.
Last week when I posted clips from another fire a few people asked to s...
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PMW-F55 RAW footage -- before and after grading
UPDATE: I have released a new tutorial video called "Doug Jensen's Guide to Grading Sony S-LOG & RAW in DaVinci Resolve" https://vimeo.com/ondemand/resolve?
Examples of applying a simple grade to Sony PMW-F55 RAW footage in Davinci Resolve 11.
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F55 Field Guide: itunes.apple....
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Sony FX6 - Before & After Grading - SpaceX Rocket Launch
I shot this 4K slow-motion footage with my Sony FX6 of SpaceX's Starlink 25 launch. I was about 3.8 miles from the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center. Unfortunately, the nice puffy white clouds and bright blue sky that I was hoping to have for this launch faded away about an hour before liftoff ...
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Sony PMW-F55 4K RAW - Before and After Grading Demo
UPDATE: I have released a new tutorial video called "Doug Jensen's Guide to Grading Sony S-LOG & RAW in DaVinci Resolve" https://vimeo.com/ondemand/resolve?
This video is in response to a few people who asked if they could see some examples of my F55 4K RAW footage before and after grading. Al...