Haden Posted July 7, 2006 Posted July 7, 2006 Hey guys. For my 21st bday I want a camcorder. Basically one that can transfer movies to my pc that I take. Also I really want software that can put music onto videos like editing it songs on top of videos etc. Does this kind of software come with a camcorder and how much should I splash out etc? Also has anyone made any movies for fun like on youtube? I know that guy er no I think made a classic trailer recently for a movie. Anyway thanks in advance : peace:
Fierce_LiNk Posted July 7, 2006 Posted July 7, 2006 It seems more suited here, Haden. Have moved it for you.
dabookerman Posted July 7, 2006 Posted July 7, 2006 Any advice, come to me, ive made a few films, films that were screened in a cinema even
Haden Posted July 7, 2006 Author Posted July 7, 2006 Ah crap yeh sorry this should be in tech. Im using Windows atm contemplating a macbook but cant really afford one. And fire away dabookerman
dabookerman Posted July 7, 2006 Posted July 7, 2006 Ah crap yeh sorry this should be in tech. Im using Windows atm contemplating a macbook but cant really afford one. And fire away dabookerman Well, the most important thing is planning obviously, i mean it depends what u wanna film, i always wanted to film a fight scene, and they are really hard. You have to consider the scene, camera, and direction. Also, making the fight look good, you would need to practice a sequence that could last a minute or 2 for at least 2 weeks, so you can perfect it, like a dance, and then being able to play it back at any speed. so its nice and quick, fast edits etc etc. But you have to ask me what u might need help with, do you know about, when filming dialogue, the rule of "not crossing the line"?
Haden Posted July 8, 2006 Author Posted July 8, 2006 I literally have no idea what not crossing the line means. I know about cutaways! As I did some wedding filiming. I actually just want to film stuff like in a docu style. I was just hoping someone could recommend me a good camera and software to edit and put music to movies. But I am intrested in movies as well so any experinces you have had dabookerman would be cool to hear.
AshMat Posted July 8, 2006 Posted July 8, 2006 If you wanna put stuff together, Windows Movie Maker is always a good start. It comes with windows so you should already have it. relatively easy to use.
Tellyn Posted July 8, 2006 Posted July 8, 2006 Not crossing the line, do you mean the Red Cross, not turning your back on the camera? I also want a camcorder and software like that, so I'll keep my eye on this thread.
Haden Posted July 8, 2006 Author Posted July 8, 2006 Ohh thanks Retro this movie making thing is classic. So can anyone recommend a camcorder? Kinda midrange but good build quality thats mobile.
Mr_Odwin Posted July 8, 2006 Posted July 8, 2006 If you buy a dv camera then you'll need a firewire port to get the footage onto your computer. If you buy a mini-dvd camera then your computer can read and rip the files directly from the disc very easily. They'll play directly in a regular hardware dvd player too. But dv can produce better quality than mini-dvd. For your editing needs Windows Movie Maker would probably be fine, and that's free.
Haden Posted July 8, 2006 Author Posted July 8, 2006 Ah ok thanks Mr Odwin hmm im not sure which one I should use then. Would like good quality but the dvd one seems simpler. Descions descions! Ive made a movie using Windows Movie Player anyone know how I can get it to 1024-768? Or whatever im used to seeing as this certianly isnt it.
dabookerman Posted July 8, 2006 Posted July 8, 2006 Documentaries are considered easier to shoot, the majority of the time, its handheld camera work.
Haden Posted July 8, 2006 Author Posted July 8, 2006 Any specific cameras you could recommend? Sorry im completley new to this whole thing.
dabookerman Posted July 8, 2006 Posted July 8, 2006 Well docu-type films can use anything, I would recommend using dv cameras or dvd cameras, they are the easiest to import onto the computer. Altho I have used a £3000 Camera, shoulder mounted one, they obviously provide the best quality. The best thing to do is buy a cheapish camera to start of with, £300-400 would be a good start. Altho getting a mic would also help, as the majority of the time, the sound cameras pic up normally turns out to be poor quality, if you use a mic externally, its usually a lot more clearer, and you get to point to the source of the sound.
Haden Posted July 8, 2006 Author Posted July 8, 2006 Cool thanks for all the info Dabookerman! Very useful indeed I'll post some cams that I come across when I browse some sites a bit later. Not sure when I'll get it probably at Christmast sigh..
dabookerman Posted July 8, 2006 Posted July 8, 2006 Yeah, i mean i will need to buy a cam for holidays next year. altho i dont need anything to specific, just something that records it so i have a memory of stuff that went down in japan and poland.
er-no Posted July 9, 2006 Posted July 9, 2006 Simple. Under 1000£. Go for a Canon MVi range. Fantastic range of cameras and Canon have all round the better cameras. Any other questions? Really, do ask and I'll make sure to get back to you:)
triforce_keeper Posted July 9, 2006 Posted July 9, 2006 Yeh what er-no said they are great cameras. Ive got a canon one (well my mom has) and its top quality!
Ashley Posted July 9, 2006 Posted July 9, 2006 Simple.Under 1000£. Go for a Canon MVi range. Fantastic range of cameras and Canon have all round the better cameras. Any other questions? Really, do ask and I'll make sure to get back to you:) Cheers for coming to the topic. (I PM'd him asking him to, as that statement sounds weird) Anywho. I always fancy doing fan music videos (obviously different) but my computer isn't powerful enough to do it well, and I don't have the time and energy. I'll probably do a practical module at uni so that should spark my off.
Sarka Posted July 9, 2006 Posted July 9, 2006 I'm also making a movie this summer! Me and my friends have gotten cameras and some equipment from a high school. We've all done a little bit of stuff but we thought the best way to learn was experience. We have a script, a cast and many a prop. We're starting to film on Thursday though I'm a bit worried about sound quality. We're not sure what to do but I think if it's to bad we'll have to dub it over, which will be awful. Anyway - it may be a terrible idea to jump in at the deep end especially with the movie we're doing which has a giant lava filled chasm ending and much death and fantasy creatures in it... which will be mighty hard to do, but hell! It's also a musical - another super duper challenge. I'm sure it'll all be fine...
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