Wednesday, February 22, 2017

#360 record and switching

Recording

Ones initial action when getting into filming is to get a camera and start shooting.  While that process might be beneficial and the outcome might be desirable a far more prudent method exists.  If you take the time to make the necessary preparations with regards to schedule and equipment the process will probably be more efficient if there was adequate for thought.  The equipment checklist prior to field work is critical, the interface is dependent on having the right cables.  All of the equipment will need a reliable power source and all the readers and recorders need to be in tune to capture the event.  Memory cards, optical disks, and hard drives have replaced the traditional videotape recording systems. 

The effect of switching from camera to camera in multi cam shoots can look seamless when done correctly and awkward when done wrong. Previewing sources allow the switcher operator to get the next show ready before switching to help eliminate most bad shots but if the director accidentally switches to a camera that was not the desired camera the footage can be disastrous. 


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