Which Camcorder Microphone Should You Use?

Published May 17, 2011

Which camcorder microphone should you choose? And why not just use the microphone that’s already built into your camera?

Let’s start with this last question —

Nearly every video shooter will recommend you avoid using the microphone that’s on your camera. I agree with this recommendation …

Three Mistakes of a Bad Videographer, and What We Can Learn From Them

Published May 10, 2011

I don’t know who was responsible for the bad videography decisions — the videographer or the client — but two weekends ago I watched my daughter compete in a dance contest where the videographer made several mistakes.

89 Video Ideas to Jumpstart Your Creative Juices

Published May 5, 2011

Do you need video ideas? Looking for some inspiration to help you make your videos more creative?

Everyone needs a creative kick in the pants on occasion. Personally, I find creative prompts helpful for starting …

Depth of Field in Your Video: Why and How to Use It

Published May 2, 2011

Depth of field is a very technical-sounding term, but don’t let that scare you off. It’s simple to understand. If you use it well, you can transform ordinary images into cinematic marvels that your friends, family, and clients (and you!) will love. Read More

Video Lighting Equipment: Tools You Use to Create the Look You Want

Published April 7, 2011

If you want your video image to look professional, one of the most important things you can do is pay attention to the lighting. There are two things you need:

1. An understanding of video lighting techniques
2. The …
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