Camera Movement Articles

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• 5 Tips for Handheld Shooting
  December, 2011
  by Jennifer O'Rourke
  Whether you're out for a quick shoot, or are lugging your gear a long distance, you can't always take a tripod along. Here are some tips for hand-held shooting…
• Cinevate Atlas 10 FLT Slider Dolly Review
  September, 2011
  by Dan Bruns
  With its extreme versatility, carefully machined aluminum and sleek design, Cinevate's Atlas 10 FLT is an incredibly useful piece of gear.
• Fun and Entertaining Vacation Videos
  June, 2011
  by Jennifer O'Rourke
  Vacation videos don't have to bore your viewers - you just need to understand how to edit while you're shooting on location.
• Creative Camcorder Mounting
  March, 2011
  by Terry O'Rourke
  We advocate using a tripod or steadying device, but there are times when a lot of gear gets in the way when you need to get mobile. Enter the Cave Dweller…
• Teaching Video
  February, 2011
  by Kyle Cassidy
  Video is one of the most predominant story-telling mediums today. It only stands to reason that children will want to learn how to record and produce video…
• 35mm Adapter Buyer's Guide
  December, 2009
  by Nathan Beaman
  In 35mm adapters, the ground glass often moves in order to simulate a film grain look, and to minimize the presence of the ground glass texture in your image.
• Camera Movement Techniques - Tilt, Pan, Zoom, Pedestal, Dolly and Truck
  August, 2009
  by Kyle Cassidy
  Learn to develop a variety of basic camera movement techniques to move your audience when the scene calls for a tilt, pan, zoom, pedestal ,dolly, or truck.
• Tutorial - Perfecting the Pan and Scan Effect
  February, 2009
  by Paul Del Vecchio
  Known as 'The Ken Burns Effect', the Pan and Scan technique has become the norm when combining still photos with your moving images. Step-by-Step tutorial.
• Camcorder Supports Buyer's Guide
  April, 2008
  by Brian Peterson
  Nothing screams 'amateur' like shaky and jerky video. Sure, there are times when you want to keep the camera moving, even erratically, but for the other 95%...
• Young Filmmaker gets a boost from Videomaker
  February, 2008
  by The Editors
  Reader's Letters - Young Video Producers; Upgrading the Reader on the Changing Technologies; Double Credit; Shooting Steadier Handheld Shots.
• Hold On!
  January, 2008
  by Michael Reff
  A pro's look at holding your camera. There’s a lot of different ways to support your camera while shooting, many of which don't need the death grip to…
• Nine Digital Cinematography Tips
  August, 2007
  by Kyle Cassidy
  So you know about medium shots, wide shots, closeups and even extreme closeups. But why do your videos still lack that special zing?
• Manfrotto 560B Monopod Review
  December, 2006
  by Jennifer O'Rourke
  My 'Pod - When is a 'pod not a tripod? When it's a monopod, of course. When does a monopod have one leg and three feet? When it's the 560B by Manfrotto.
• Practice Makes Perfect
  November, 2006
  by Kyle Cassidy
  Artists, athletes and entertainers all know that the best way to become the best at what you do is to practice as often as you can. Why shouldn't video…
• How to Make a Video Look Like Film
  July, 2006
  by Michael Reff
  How to use movement, lighting, and filters, to make a video look like film.
• A Production Value Primer: Big Looks for Small Bucks
  February, 1996
  by Mark Bosko
  Gaining production value on a project doesn't instantly mean spending money. Here's how to improve the quality of your videos with such simple tools as…
• Getting Started: Sideline Video: Shooting Sports
  December, 1996
  by Jim Stinson
  Videotaping sports events can be just as challenging as the games themselves. Here's a few hints to help you hit a home run with your viewers.
• How to Use a Camcorder: Keeping Your Image Steady
  April, 1996
  by Jim Stinson
  Ways to steady your camcorder. Use an external viewfinder to keep your hard forehead from touching the camera.
• Camera Work: Smooth Moves
  December, 1994
  by Jim Stinson
  Smooth Moves
• Curing Camera Shake: Your Guide To Image Stabilization
  November, 1994
  by Jim Stinson
  Explore today's high-tech means for reducing camcorder shake. Electronic or mechanical, the result is steadier video.
• EIS on the Panasonic PV-IQ604 VHS-C Palmcorder
  April, 1995
  by Joe McCleskey
  Letters
• Steal from the Best
  April, 1998
  by Jim Stinson
  Compare the style and technique of eight great film makers as we demonstrate what you can learn from the masters.
• Careful Not to Break the Balance!
  May, 1998
  by Karen Director
  Ask Videomaker. Questions and comments from our readers and answers from the editors.
• Getting Started: Handheld Camera Techniques
  September, 1998
  by Arthur Aiello
  Steady camera shots without a tripod can be easy if you practice these simple tips.
• Getting Started: Keep on Trucking
  October, 1998
  by Arthur Aiello
  Camera moves that will help you make better videos.
• Image Stabilization: High-tech Help for Shakey Shots
  November, 1998
  by Loren Alldrin
  Image stabilization is a popular feature found on almost any camcorder, yet many people don't know how it works. This quick overview of shot-stabilizing…
• Videocraft: Dollys and Trucks and Pans, Oh My!
  August, 1999
  by Chuck Peters
  Every camcorder user should have a dolly. No, not Raggedy Ann, the kind that lets you wheel things around.
• Getting Started: Camera Move Aesthetics
  December, 1999
  by Arthur Aiello
  Carefully chosen camera moves contribute immensely to the aesthetic quality of your video.
• Video Warm-ups
  February, 2000
  by Stephen Muratore
  Practice makes perfect. Try these simple exercises that all videographers can use to improve their shooting skills.
• Take Five: Five Tips for Handheld Camerawork
  March, 2000
  by Chuck Peters
  The best way to shoot steady shots is to use a tripod. Perhaps you don't have a tripod. Maybe you have one, but left it at home. Maybe your subject matter…