# Advanced Camera Certifications

There are **two ways** for students to get certified on the Camera Vault’s advanced cameras.

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<summary><strong>Take FILM 358: Camera Workshop</strong></summary>

* Students must have completed **FILM 150 or FILM 250** before enrolling.
* Passing this class certifies you on **all the advanced cameras covered**.

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<summary><strong>Individual Testing with Camera Vault staff</strong></summary>

* Students must first test on a **Tier 1 camera** before moving on to other advanced cameras.
* If you’re new to a camera, it’s **recommended to schedule a practice session first**.

**Scheduling a Practice or Test Session**

* Email the Camera Vault at **<CameraVault@cdm.depaul.edu>**.

**Tier 1 Cameras**

* Canon C300 Mark II
* RED EPIC
* RED EPIC-W

**Practice & Test Times**

* At the Vault: **Tuesdays** (9 AM - 12 PM) and **Fridays** (1 - 6 PM)
* With Alex Sherman: **Saturdays** (contact him directly at **<asherma9@cdm.depaul.edu>** to schedule)

**About the Test**

* You have **1 hour** to complete the test.

Tasks include:

* Building the camera with all accessories
* Balancing the camera
* Navigating the camera’s settings

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The Camera Vault offers certifications on all advanced cameras, PL lens packages, wireless video and focus systems, and other specialized camera accessories.

To schedule a certification:

Email: <CameraVault@cdm.depaul.edu>

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**Advanced Cameras**

* Canon C300 Mark II\*
* RED EPIC\*
* RED EPIC-W\*
* RED Komodo
* Sony FX9
* ARRI Amira
* ARRI Alexa Mini
* Blackmagic Ursa Mini Pro 12K – *VFX 320/420 Class Use Only*

\**Tier 1 Cameras: Students must become certified on at least 1 of these cameras before getting certified on any other advanced camera.* *Certification on a Tier 1 Camera will grant the student certification on all PL Lens Packages, Wireless Video Systems, and Specialized Camera Accessories.*

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**PL Lens Packages**

* Canon RF STM Primes
* Canon CN-E Primes
* Zeiss CP.2 Primes
* Zeiss CP.3 Primes
* Schneider FF Xenon Primes
* RED Pro Primes
* Cooke Mini S4/i Primes
* ARRI Ultra Primes
* Sigma FF High Speed Primes
* Fujinon Zoom
* Cooke Zoom

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&#x20;**Wireless Video and Focus Systems**

* Hollyland Mars 400S PRO
* Teradek Bolt Pro 300, Pro 500 and XT 500
* Tilta Nucleus-M\*\*
* ARRI WCU-4\*\*
* Preston HU4\*\*

*\*\*Students will not become certified on these systems by passing FILM 358.*

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**Specialized Camera Accessories**

* Anton Bauer 4 PowerTap Sandwich Adapter
* Anton Bauer 4 Female PowerTap
* ARRI 2 and 4-Hole Handle Extension Block
* ARRI Handheld Accessories
* Noga Cine Arm
* Small HD Cine 7
* Small HD 1303
* Wooden Camera V-Lock Base Station


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