When the first SLRs with video function came onto the market in 2008 – the Nikon D90 followed by the Canon EOS 5D MkII – many still laughed at the new extra as a marketing gag. In the meantime, digital system cameras are even taking over professional film work in many areas. But not every product is ideal for filming. Often tools are needed to elicit the good video quality from the cameras. As long as it is only about exact lighting and questions of optics, a dedicated photographer moves on familiar terrain. As soon as sound and rigging come into play, he enters new territory as the components that may be necessary for the conversion of a photo camera into a film camera. Everyone has to decide for himself how far he goes and how much money he wants to invest in these components, which can swiftly multiply a multiple of the camera price. Some would just like to record the first steps of the next generation and family impressions. Others discover their talent as story-tellers, want to present products on the Internet or present themselves in person. In any case, it is about visual expressions, the possibilities of which exceed those of statues. System Cameras Not every camera with video function is really suitable for shooting. In the worst case, all possibilities of recording a scene quietly and with correct exposure are missing, since the manual adjustment possibilities of the digital camera are often restricted during filming.
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This applies, for example, to the choice of the working screen. In addition, the AF systems of most digital cameras are only hesitant when changing the distance during recording, but this functionality is not required in a single shot. And only a few lenses are suitable for shooting: the zoom ring runs too hard, the autofocus motor makes noise, and the aperture does not open seamlessly, but in steps. All of this creates problems in the case of continuous shooting and presents photographers with challenges that want to shoot scenes with their camera, the quality of which is not the same as photos. The Canon EOS 5D Mark II is a fixed size among the filming cameras, which with its full-format sensor favors the creative game with selective sharpness. It is probably only in the course of the next year with the first 4K camera Cinema DSLR of Canon its master find. As a small Geniestreichreich the Panasonic GH2 - for a system camera with Four Thirds sensor is quite expensive, but in a whisper quiet and with numerous possibilities for sound recordings blessed. The fastest autofocus and a convincing operating concept also for filmmakers offers Sony's new NEX-7, which is also high-quality processed and very compact. Product highlights: Canon EOS 600D, 650 Euro Canon EOS 5D Mark II, 1900 EuroNikon 1 V1, 820 EuroNikon D7000, 950 EuroPanasonic GH2, 900 EuroSony Alpha A77, 1300 EuroSony NEX-7, 1200 Euro Bridge cameras Bridge cameras with built-in "Megazooms "And manual adjustments are ideal for videofilters, where content and documentation are more important than the game with the sharpening depth. The optics of these cameras are optimally adapted to the sensor, the autofocus faster, the operation (especially the zoom) generally easier. Important for shooting: The camera should have Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) with at least 50 frames per second.
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Otherwise, the quality of the videos on the TV screen would drop compared to still pictures. Cameras with a simple HD resolution (1280 x 720 pixels) or an image frequency of only 30, 25 or 24 B / s deliver less brilliance and often jerky image sequences. At the moment, only a few models still have the full-bodied video experience, including the Panasonic FZ 150 with sound protection and many manual functions and the Sony HX 100 with high luminous intensity, few manual exposure but excellent automatic functions. The JVC PX10 has its roots with a video producer and wants also a veritabler fast shot camera. For video film important features such as gentle engine zoom or fast tracking are fully developed in this model. Fujifilm X-S1 Fujifilm X-S1 Fujifilm X-S1 Fujifilm X-S1 Fujifilm X-S1 Fujifilm X-S1 Fujifilm X-S1 Fujifilm X-S1 Fujifilm X-S1 6 reduced initial opening still makes light and low-noise recordings possible. Product Features: Fujifilm X-S1, 700 EuroJVC GC-PX10, 900 EuroPanasonic FZ 150, 500 EuroSony DSC-HX100, 470 Euro Sound and Microphone Sound recording is often the main motivation when someone wants to film instead of taking pictures. It should be noted that the camera housings often transmit and record contact and the noise of the autofocus or stabilization motors. An external microphone, which is connected to the camera via a mini-jack connection and is plugged onto the camera's flash shoe, is an external microphone.
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A classic of this type is the monomicrophone Sennheiser MKE 400. For some system cameras are also available plug-in microphones, which can be connected via a multipin accessory port. Better than the plug-in is the "unleashed" use of the microphone by cable connection. If a radio microphone is available, the sound can be taken close to the source. The short distance has the advantage that it minimizes the disturbing ambient noise. Recommended are the Samson AirLine Micro for the small purse or the more expensive Sennheiser ew 100ENG G2. Only those who want to capture the acoustic environment ("Atmo") or record music needs a stereo microphone. For language rich monomodels with pronounced directional (locating) characteristics such as the Rode NTG-3 for 530 euro completely out. A universal reporter microphone is the BP 4002 from Audio Technica. Directional microphones are wind-resistant and need a special coating outdoors. In the absence of a headphone connection, on-site control of the sound remains a prerequisite for almost all digital cameras. Cameras with a built-in level indicator provide visual information about the recording distance. As an alternative, a mobile recorder can be used for separate sound recording. The small stereorecorders with top sound lie unobtrusively at the recording location, record on memory card and even allow the recording of high-level signals, such as those coming from musical instruments or mixers. Disadvantage: The sound must be subsequently synchronized in a editing program to the picture. However, there are practical software assistants. Product Features: Audio Technica BP 4002, 225 EuroOlympus LS-20m, 350 Euro Olympus SEMA-1, 100 EuroRode NTG-3, 530 Euro Rode VideoMic Pro, 190 EuroSamson AirLine Micro Wireless Camera System, 360 Euro Sennheiser MKE 400, 200 Euro Tascam DR -07 MKII, 190 Euroadapter Miniklinke / XLR, 10 Euro Rigging The filmmakers among the photographers refine their camera with all sorts of accessories, which is slopped under the English term "Rigging" (roughly: auftakeln). Base is a suitable video stage, which is completely different in structure than a photoelectric and a swivel arm as well as a ball head, in order to quickly adjust the horizontal. Meanwhile, Manfrotto with the 755CX3, however, has a tripod in the program, which both filmmakers as well as photographers alike. For quiet shots, a tripod or a stable set-up is required - for example "The Pod", a small bag with tripod screw in the middle (about 15 euros).
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If you want to remain mobile you can have a shoulder rig with handgrips and shoulder support or a chest support. Even small cameras come with Rig quite pompously therefore - especially with the use of further accessories such as a sharpness pulling device. The best focus is on follow-focus for € 380. If you want to invest less, you should at least look for a video compendium (Mattebox), which can be clipped at Vocas also right in front of the optics. The mat box should have a filter holder, as gray or gray gradients are indispensable especially when shooting with a small sharpening depth. Product Highlights: ABC DSLR Light-Jib Minikran, 1200 EuroChrosziel DV Balancer, 3600 Euro Chrosziel LWS 401-400 Base Plate and Light Bars, 300 Euro + Manfrotto 755CX3, 700 EuroNovoflex MMR Bluebird, 800 EuroNovoflex MMR uFly, 600 EuroRedrock Micro Gear Adapter, 150 EuroRedrock Micro, Follow-Focus, 500 Euro (newi sales) Vocas DSLR EOS nr1, 1800 EuroVocas Mattebox, 850 EuroZacuto Z-Finder, 350 Euro Construction of a rig The picture series shows the complete construction of a typical tripod rig for professional video recording with system cameras - in this case A Canon EOS 60D. The Rig has compiled the prestigious Munich company Chrosziel: On the tripod sits a base plate. In this, two light bars are used, which serve as a recording for all other elements (Fig. 1).
Their diameter of 15 mm is standardized so that accessories from different manufacturers can be combined. In order to hold and store the camera with Rig practically, a slightly detachable handle helps. In addition filmmakers want to realize buttery focal changes (zooms). Since photo optics usually do not have the usual camera motor, a zoom lever (fluid) is flanged to the optics, the tube of which receives a suitable tooth ring. A large rotary wheel engages by pinion on the tooth ring of the focus ring of the optics. This high-speed shake-up device is designed to enable slow, precise and smooth movement of focus points in the subject (Fig. 2). The white ring is used to mark the focus points with a felt tip pen, so that you do not shoot over the target when you pull. On the front of the bars (Rods) sits the mat box, also called Kompendium. This anti-reflective glare shield can be adjusted to match the changing optics (Fig. 3). It can be folded (so that one can get to the optics better) and contains filter inserts, so that for example with gradient filters get high contrast differences into the handle. The upper gate, which is built during backlighting, serves to protect against the incident light. A high-resolution 7-inch field monitor from Marshall has been clamped for sharpness control (Fig. 4).
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