The best cinematographers are artists, technicians, diplomats, and accountants. Choosing the best cinematographers is tough. But we’ve done it.

We’ve done the research so you’ll know whose work you need to study, and whose styles you can learn from.

If you want your film to look like it was shot by one of the world’s best cinematographers, read on. We’ve broken down the key cinematic techniques that the top cinematographers who are working today actively use. Onto the list!