Information Package / Course Catalogue
Camera and Lighting
Course Code: RTS208
Course Type: Required
Couse Group: First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 1
Prt.: 2
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 5
Objectives of the Course

The aim of this course is to enable students to learn the fundamental theoretical principles of lighting and camera technologies and to effectively apply this knowledge in image production processes through practical applications. The course aims to provide students with knowledge and skills in lighting techniques, camera systems, lens usage, exposure control, composition, and visual storytelling.

Course Content

This course covers the fundamental properties of light, lighting equipment, basic and creative lighting techniques, camera systems, image formation, lenses, exposure control, white balance, composition principles, and camera movements. Through studio and outdoor applications, students gain practical experience in professional image production processes by using camera and lighting equipment.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1.Applies the fundamental properties of light and lighting techniques in image production processes.
2.Uses camera systems and basic camera settings according to production objectives.
3.Applies technical elements such as lenses, exposure, and white balance to enhance image quality.
4.Creates effective visual narratives using composition principles and camera movement techniques.
5.Produces technically and aesthetically qualified visual projects using camera and lighting equipment.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Mascelli, v., J. (2014). Sinemanın 5 Temel Öğesi. İmge Yayınevi
2.Blain Brown (2018). Sinematografi: Kuram ve Uygulama. Hil Publishing.
3.Michael Freeman (2025). Fotoğrafçının Gözü. Remzi Bookstore.
4.Brown, B. (2021). Cinematography: Theory and Practice (4th ed.). Routledge.
5.Mercado, G. (2011). The Filmmaker's Eye: Learning (and Breaking) the Rules of Cinematic Composition. Routledge.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical & Practice
Introduction to the Course, Light and Lighting Concepts (Practice: Introduction to light sources and basic lighting equipment)
Week 2 - Theoretical & Practice
Fundamental Properties of Light: Direction, Intensity, Hardness, and Color (Practice: Examining the effects of different light characteristics on objects)
Week 3 - Theoretical & Practice
Basic Lighting Techniques and the Three-Point Lighting System (Practice: Key Light, Fill Light, and Back Light setups)
Week 4 - Theoretical & Practice
Portrait, Interview, and Indoor Lighting Techniques (Practice: Lighting setups for portrait and interview productions)
Week 5 - Theoretical & Practice
Dramatic, Cinematic, and Creative Lighting Techniques (Practice: Low-key and high-key lighting applications)
Week 6 - Theoretical & Practice
Introduction to Camera Technology and Camera Systems (Practice: Examination of camera components and basic functions)
Week 7 - Theoretical & Practice
Image Formation, Sensors, and Digital Video Systems (Practice: Examining the effects of different camera settings on image quality)
Week 8 - Theoretical & Practice
Lenses and Framing (Practice: Shooting exercises using different focal lengths)
Week 9 - Theoretical & Practice
Exposure Control: Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO (Practice: Application and comparison of exposure settings)
Week 10 - Theoretical & Practice
White Balance, Color Temperature, and Image Quality (Practice: White balance applications under different lighting conditions)
Week 11 - Theoretical & Practice
Framing, Composition, and Visual Storytelling Techniques (Practice: Shooting exercises based on composition principles)
Week 12 - Theoretical & Practice
Camera Movements and Motion Shooting Techniques (Practice: Pan, tilt and tracking shot exercises)
Week 13 - Theoretical & Practice
Studio and Outdoor Production Applications (Practice: Integrated use of camera and lighting techniques)
Week 14 - Theoretical & Practice
Project Submission and Evaluation (Practice: Submission and evaluation of a practical project incorporating camera and lighting techniques)
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Attending Lectures5%5
Practice Examination1%15
Midterm Examination1%20
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory141242
Lecture - Practice142256
Practice Examination1000
Midterm Examination110212
Final Examination113215
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)125
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
PÇ-7
PÇ-8
PÇ-9
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OÇ-1
2
5
2
3
4
4
2
OÇ-2
2
5
2
4
4
4
2
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2
5
2
3
4
4
4
OÇ-4
2
5
2
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2
3
2
4
5
5
OÇ-5
4
5
3
2
3
5
5
4
2
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026