When filming, make sure the
main light source is behind and to one side of the person filming,
making sure that there is light on all seen areas of the objective
without throwing shadows on the subject.
Get familiar with the
camcorders panel
Learn the entire camera’s
features; seasoned videographers know where to find the button needed to
start desired effects; practice and learn every function. Learning where
all the buttons are allows you to keep your eyes on the subject and not
looking away for some buttons.
Saving on film
To produce
videos that make
more visual sense, film a little bit longer the subjects that take
longer to be understood and a shorter time those subjects that can be
understood quickly.
Learn how to use the
camcorder's basic features
Learn how to pan, zoom, start
and stop filming; a common video filming mistake is making constant
movements and adjustments. When panning and zooming, use slow, smooth,
and deliberate motions; this helps giving the video a more professional
look.
Get familiar with the
camcorders panel
Learn the entire camera’s
features; seasoned videographers know where to find the button needed to
start desired effects; practice and learn every function. Learning where
all the buttons are allows you to keep your eyes on the subject and not
looking away for some buttons.
