http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ Videomaker Community Forums » Tag: Event - Recent Posts en Wed, 15 Feb 2012 17:16:57 +0000 http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/wedding-videography#post-74356 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:31:47 +0000 mrkinyo7 74356@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>The SD footage looks good but then again, lights are a cameraman's best friend.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/wedding-videography#post-74352 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 06:21:07 +0000 Weddingmaster 74352@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> SONY NX5, I use two...No need to change lenses, accepts 2 sd cards and a 12 hour pack if needed. Records to both sd cards at the same time. What more could you need except some experience. Good luck..</p> <p>Harry</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/wedding-videography#post-74347 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 03:18:57 +0000 Silvis 74347@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I never used the Sony cameras for filming <a title="Wedding Video" href="http://silvis.co.uk/">wedding video</a> but I've used the EX3 and EX1 for other events. Both camera performed reasonably well in low light. But they are both ouf your budget. </p> <p>I have used the JVC GY series for weddings. These camera a great. The best part is professional Fujinon lens. It's probably the best lens I've used. </p> <p>I use DSLRs for weddings as they are cheaper and produce great image quality event in low light. Why don't you want to use DSLR? Also for the money you could get two DSLRs. Two cameras is essential to <a title="Filming Weddings" href="http://silvis.co.uk/">film weddings</a>.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/delivering-hd-to-clients#post-73183 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 01:09:17 +0000 Mark 73183@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Thanks, I am just trying to gather information about all of this. In 2012 I am going to make a serious attempt at creating a business around doing video for all sorts of events. I, much like WSanford, have thus far only worked on stuff for the web, so file size has not been a big deal, but I think about the possibility of doing a few weddings for some $$ right away, and I wanted to know what people are delivering these days. These are a lot of great ideas. Very much appreciated.</p> <p> </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/delivering-hd-to-clients#post-73182 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:13:36 +0000 langel 73182@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> HDD, thumbs, BD, online, depending on size, structure and money.</p> <p>As birdcat says, you can use DVD for smaller projects.</p> <p>What's more interesting, you may write your HD work on a DVD not only as a file.</p> <p>You may create a Blu-ray project with a menu, export it to an .iso file and burn it on a blank DVD. It will play with full functionality on standart BD players and, of course on any comp as well. </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/delivering-hd-to-clients#post-73154 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 09:08:55 +0000 WSanford 73154@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> A lot of finished product I do now is intended for the net so that takes care of itself. Doing a lot more FTP or yousendit type than sending drives or discs right now. However, if the projects were longer that would likely be the way to go.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/delivering-hd-to-clients#post-73144 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 06:25:56 +0000 birdcat 73144@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>You can also get 8.5GB on a DL DVD so you can deliver HD as .M2V files that way as well (if they'e small enuf).</p> <p>Most of my clients who want HD however, want BD or online delivery (YouTube, Vimeo, etc...).</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/delivering-hd-to-clients#post-73054 Sun, 04 Dec 2011 04:54:47 +0000 EarlC 73054@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I personally think the jury is still out on BluRay disc delivery, what with most home systems having uprez capabilities and even 4:3 SD footage not looking half bad in the viewing, except of course for the purists among us.</p> <p>However, I suspect that HD deliver on a hard drive would prove cheaper, on average, than setting up and delivering on a thumb drive based on cost per GB. I wrote a blog article about delivering on thumb drives, particularly the high costs of ordering custom branded thumb drives for distribution, noting that while it might have a certain "wow" factor, the practicality and economics sucked. But that old opinionated me.</p> <p>If you've read many of my offerings on the forums you know I continue to experience decent business levels while still offering SD production, though I intend to move into HD ... but still do not get much demand for it from my event and individual clients, and I can rent units when doing commercial work that requires it. Even then I usually deliver to commercial clients on hard drive, factoring in the costs.</p> <p>But, if/when BluRay becomes a demand item in my preferred market area I certainly believe that it is probably most economical to simply use, burn and deliver on BluRay disks to the end client ... all things considered.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/delivering-hd-to-clients#post-73049 Sun, 04 Dec 2011 02:44:05 +0000 Mark 73049@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I am new to videography, but I am about to embark on a career in it. </p> <p>I have not had to do this yet, but as I get more into event recording I am sure I will have to deliver HD video. It seems to me that burning Blu-Ray is very expensive. I have seen videographers put the files on Flash Drives and deliver them that way, I wanted to know how people in this forum are delivering finished HD content to clients, and what one would charge.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/location-scouting-software#post-70084 Wed, 10 Aug 2011 10:31:23 +0000 Robert Bourbonnais 70084@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I have just released iLocationScout for the iPad.  Details here:</p> <p><a href="http://www.sweetlightstudios.com/iScoutLocation.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.sweetlightstudios.com/iScoutLocation.html</a></p> <p> </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/location-scouting-software#post-70083 Wed, 10 Aug 2011 10:30:25 +0000 Robert Bourbonnais 70083@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>What software are people using for location scouting?</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/which-camera-is-in-for-weddings#post-68307 Tue, 31 May 2011 09:21:20 +0000 MediaFish 68307@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>We are successfully using Canon 7D and XF100 cameras to video weddings (2 each).  Both serve us well and the 7D also acts as our still picture camera.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/which-camera-is-in-for-weddings#post-68182 Sun, 22 May 2011 17:21:00 +0000 Weddingmaster 68182@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Nice work Ryan!!</p> <p>Bill, I would have to agree with Jack..Get something tried and true and learn the basics. Then get the big guns. I shot with sony 2000 cameras for years. my demos here are with the 2000. <a href="http://www.hbrookes.com">http://www.hbrookes.com</a>  I also do photos and DJ..my mind is a very crowded place, Luckily I can section it off and multi task. I am also a musician...geez..</p> <p>Ive recently upgraded to the nx5 and learning the deep deep menus and settings..I have a hi def wedding this week. I will post some hi lites. Good Luck.</p> <p>Harry</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/wedding-videography#post-67479 Tue, 26 Apr 2011 18:25:04 +0000 HJB Productions 67479@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I was using the Sony vx2100 for a while, then moved to Panasonic DVX100B...tried the Sony HDR-FX7 but it came out short with low light. I recently bought the Sony HXR-MC2000U ($1749). Must say am very pleased with this camera...shoulder mount...internal 64GB solid state drive...SD slot etc It does both SD and HD video, which is good because some of my clients are not yet ready for HD. I did this interview in SD <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hq3tmxZ0nvo" rel="nofollow">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hq3tmxZ0nvo</a></p> <p> </p> <p>This past weekend I did an all day event and never ran-out of recording media. 12pm to 3am the following day. Very simple controls.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/wedding-videography#post-67271 Sat, 16 Apr 2011 18:09:01 +0000 Cville 67271@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Bill no doubt the z7u looks like it is a great camera.  When it comes to multi camera you can do 2 by yourself.  My partner shot my nephews wedding last year with 3 cameras by himself.  Even if you add a consumer level camera if you are providing the complete ceremony it can provide you cut away shots while repositioning your main camera.  You could lock down 1 camera at the back with a wide shot.  It's also nice to have the second source for sound.  You never know when you are going to need it.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/wedding-videography#post-67167 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:46:03 +0000 BLWeddings 67167@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I use two Sony Z5's during the Ceremony and Speeches by myself. These are always next to each other as I have one shooting wide and the other is used for closeups - so I operate both at the same time. The rest of the time I use just one when I'm roaming. Also, if one camera goes down then you have a backup. I take three cameras to a wedding just incase (my third is a Z1). Also two cameras make your <a title="wedding video" href="http://www.beautifullifeuk.com"><strong>wedding video</strong></a> far more interesting and it's actually easier to film. </p> <p>Sony Z5's produce great results!! Great in low light and just an all round fantastic camera to work with. But I would recommend two cameras, LED Light panel, wireless microphone and tripod as basic kit. </p> <p>Beautiful Life -<a title="Cinematic Wedding Films" href="http://www.beautifullifeuk.com"><strong>Cinematic Wedding Films</strong></a> and <a title="Wedding Photography" href="http://www.beautifullifeuk.com/photographyblog/"><strong>Wedding Photography</strong></a></p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/wedding-videography#post-67147 Tue, 12 Apr 2011 04:47:40 +0000 Bill 67147@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Cville, you know I have to agree that two cameras are better, but I'm going to take my chances shooting with one, because I dont have a partner. And since I'm starting out I'd like to get all my planned shots. I'm really leaning towards the HVR-Z7U, unless there is a more recent combination that will give me the ability to record to both tape and CF simultaneously. I believe this is ultimately what I want to start out with.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/wedding-videography#post-67105 Sun, 10 Apr 2011 13:35:02 +0000 Charles Schultz 67105@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> While you search for your cameras do not forget about tripods; good ones cost about $500 a pop. You can get away with a relatively inexpensive tripod for one but you want to make sure that the second has a fluid head that you can pan with. Lock down the cheap one and be stationed at the good one. </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/wedding-videography#post-67095 Sun, 10 Apr 2011 06:28:04 +0000 Cville 67095@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>With a $5000 budget for your camera one other consideration is that you can not do an effective job of covering the event with less than 2 camera's.  My part time co just added weddings to our list but I have partnered with a a DP that has been working full time in video for over 10 years.  We have 3 sony hdv tape based cameras available for our shoots.</p> <p>Would we like to have an all digital workflow?  Maybe but tape does offer a very cost effective back up.  We are looking at adding the datavideo CF card recorders in the future.  </p> <p>One of the camera's that we use is the Sony HDR-FX7  $1995  Not saying this is the camera for you but at the price it would allow you to purchase 2 and some accessories for your 5k.</p> <p>Good Luck</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/wedding-videography#post-67092 Sat, 09 Apr 2011 22:28:26 +0000 Bill 67092@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>thanks for the above simple and to the point questions. These are the kinds of answers I'm looking for. I forgot to mention that I do want to stay with Sony - so please confine your recommendations to Sony.</p> <p>The only issue with the NX5U (which seems to be a great camera) is that you cant change lenses. But I'm open to hear opinions which say I will never need to.</p> <p>In any case, please provide more recommendations on what you guys believe to be the following:</p> <p>1. Professional grade cameras for wedding videography </p> <p>2. Hybrid media recording ability (and now I can say not necessarily DV included)</p> <p>Guys and gals thanks for the great help and info in advance - your knowledge and experience will help me in my future endevours.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/wedding-videography#post-67090 Sat, 09 Apr 2011 20:44:52 +0000 tylerknight 67090@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I use a Sony Nx5u and I'm way more than satisfied with it! It does everything i need it to do at a wedding: great colour and detail, more than capable in low-light, has all the manual controls you would need to perform a wedding shoot, incredible battery-life, great image stabilization records to dual sdhc cards or buy a harddrive that attaches right to the camera and have backup on that while shooting to the sd cards ( that should cover your missing someones "DAY" worries) best of all the price is right in your budget. all in all its a great camera and i highly recommend it! </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/wedding-videography#post-67081 Sat, 09 Apr 2011 14:46:04 +0000 XTR-91 67081@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I've heard of lots of people using a couple of z5u(s) for their wedding.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/wedding-videography#post-67078 Sat, 09 Apr 2011 10:35:00 +0000 Bill 67078@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Dear responders, my issues are as follows; and I hope to generate simple and to the point answers that are unbiased, practical, and most importantly current.</p> <p>I need to select a camera for wedding/event videography. My budget is at around 5000 dollars. It would be great if I could buy a package that would allow me to provide superior quality through my investment in equipment and at the same time remain current. (I dont for my personal reasons want to involve DSLR as my primary videocamera) </p> <p>I think everyone within the wedding/event videography business understands the issues that may be of concern in this business; furthermore  a main issue that i have encountered is the chasm between the 10 +experienced guys and the less than 10 years videographers who have the dv vs no dv issue? FOr instance get the HVR-7zu that does hybrid recording or go with something fresher that is strictly memory based (is their risk or not when taping someones "DAY"? thanks for your humble and to the point opinions.</p> <p>Bill </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/which-camera-is-in-for-weddings#post-66835 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 06:45:57 +0000 Ryan3078 66835@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I've had good success with Panasonic's HMC150. It uses SDHC cards, so you can get 90 minutes of full HD on a 16GB card, which are cheap as dirt these days. Plus, you can bring a laptop with you and dump all your footage in a matter of minutes - sure beats playing back tape into the computer!</p> <p>I've found that the HMC150 is much better in low light than the XHA1, which is definitely something to consider, as most receptions are poorly lit.</p> <p>If you're actually considering spending about $8000 on the EX3, you could save money and get an HMC150 or other "real" video camera, and grab a DSLR like the Panasonic GH1 ($500) as a second camera for more coverage. I just started doing wedding cinema with this combo, and it's very effective. You can set your real video camera in the back on a wide angle, and put all your audio connections into that, and use the DSLR for moving beauty shots.</p> <p><a href="http://vimeo.com/21527859">http://vimeo.com/21527859</a></p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/which-camera-is-in-for-weddings#post-66812 Wed, 30 Mar 2011 10:57:20 +0000 jackwolcott 66812@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I'm sure some others will disagree with me, but I suggest -- since you've never shot a wedding -- that you forget all about the cameras you reference and buy a used Sony PD170 from B&amp;H. Use it to learn how to deal with the problems of wedding videography.</p> <p>The camera is easy comparatively easy to use; all the manual controls you'll need to shoot the wedding are readily available. Its low light capabilities are excellent; you'll need this for shooting at the reception and it will probably come in handy during the ceremony as well. </p> <p>You can use 83 minute tapes and not have to worry about tape changes or down-loading memory cards during the ceremony.</p> <p>Sure it's "old" technology, but it's a solid choice for learning; that is, you don't have to fight the technology while you're on the job, and you'll be able to edit in a format that doesn't require intermediaries or a super-powerful computer. And since you're almost certainly going to deliver your video on an SD DVD, a format the bride and groom will take for granted, HD can wait until you've mastered the basics.</p> <p>You say "I have to buy a sh*t load of extra paraphernalia; lights, mic, stands, tracks, batteries, tapes, etc....," all the more reason to begin with a tool that's proven, reliable and reasonably quick to achieve competency with. You can always sell it back to B&amp;H when you're truly ready to move up.</p> <p> </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/which-camera-is-in-for-weddings#post-66654 Thu, 24 Mar 2011 05:43:57 +0000 Bill 66654@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I do mean with in all the above the <strong>Canon XLH1A.</strong></p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/which-camera-is-in-for-weddings#post-66653 Thu, 24 Mar 2011 05:42:15 +0000 Bill 66653@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>OK guys, due to the fact that I have to buy a sh*t load of extra paraphernalia; lights, mic, stands, tracks, batteries, tapes, etc.... would you guys suggest that I begin with the Canon XLH1Sa. But my concerns are as follows: 1. Will I be able to simultaneously record to some kind of media with the Canon? and 2. Is there a newer model that is more up-to-date as compared to the XLH1Sa that in essence replaces it and makes the XLH1Sa somewhat obsolete?</p> <p>Otherwise, please humbly suggest a camera that has lens changing ability, is relativley new in technology and will do the job for weddings and such. Of course not to astray from the price of the XLH1s.</p> <p> </p> <p>Thanks, Bill </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/which-camera-is-in-for-weddings#post-66623 Wed, 23 Mar 2011 03:54:17 +0000 Jaimie 66623@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>You might also look closer at the Sony Z5-Z7 units.  While I think shooting with a DSLR has a nice look, it is also more difficult.  I have been using both the Sony Z series and the Canon 60D and I prefer the Sony units.  They are easy to use, have full CD quality stereo sound recording ability (more difficult on the HDSLRs) and can record on chips and/or tape.  I use both. I archive all original footage and tape provides that at a low cost. I use chips to transfer the footage to the editor because it's a lot faster.   </p> <p>Shooting a wedding video is a lot harder than most people think and is more difficult than shooting stills.  Besides having to capture scenes instead of just moments, you also have to capture excellent sound which is a lot more difficult than image.  Aside: don't go "dirt cheap" on your wireless mics.</p> <p>Finally, consider that you will probably shoot other events so plan accordingly.</p> <p>Jim      </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/which-camera-is-in-for-weddings#post-66617 Tue, 22 Mar 2011 22:09:13 +0000 Bill 66617@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Thanks Jeff. After attending some seminars I completely understand and saw &amp; heard what you pose about the DSLRs. It seems to be where things are going.</p> <p>However, would you still consider beginning with a videocamera? Or just dive into the DSLR world because that is where things are going anyway?</p> <p>Additionally, it seems that the public isn't ready to see a videographer come with a DSLR to shoot a wedding, unless you show up with a "weaponized" version - with all the extras hanging of the camera. So maybe the best is to have both. But I'll still say in my situation - my previous question, about which to start with, takes priority. Should I start out with the DSLR or go with the video camera...</p> <p>Thanks,</p> <p>Bill</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/which-camera-is-in-for-weddings#post-66587 Tue, 22 Mar 2011 05:23:57 +0000 VideoJeff 66587@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hey Bill,</p> <p> </p> <p>Great question.  Of the cameras you mentioned, I'd go with the EX3 but others are good too.  However, If you want to provide an amazing video with an affordable price tag.  I'd go with an HDSLR like the Canon 7D, 6D mark 2, or 60D.  It gives you the "Hollywood" look and feel.    It's definitely where video is going.  </p> <p> </p> <p>I just bought the Canon 60D a few months ago and love it.  I'll be shooting a wedding next weekend with it.  There is a learning curve to it, but it produces a stunning video image.</p> <p> </p> <p>I have a podcast and website that teaches people how to run a wedding video business.  I just interviewed someone who uses HDSLR's on his wedding videos and has stunning results.  It should be up in the coming weeks.  Check it out now, along with the podcasts that are already up there.</p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.ImproveMyWeddingVideo.com">http://www.ImproveMyWeddingVideo.com</a></p> <p> </p> <p>Best of luck,</p> <p>Jeff Long</p>