Some Useful DSLR Video Tips to Improve Your Work

I can really feel the DSLR kick right now and I’m ready and willing to share some of my thoughts on the topic above with readers.

Note - For some, the DSLR video tips mentioned below are not much technical, but I believe they are fundamental in nature, primarily focusing on core ideas that will make your images to appear strong. Well, here are some important instructions that will not only make your work look more photographic, but will boost the overall quality of your work considerably.

In the end of this article, I will talk about my best entry level DSLR, but here I share some of the tips which you must know:

1.Know About the Limitations of Your Camera

What can be one of the first steps in getting the finest image possible with your DSLR camera other than understanding its limitations? This is because every camera you find does not appear to be equal. Well, there maybe some features that you find common among every DSLR. However, for the most part, you would have to study, test as well as shoot with your DSLR as much as you can so you can come to know its breaking point.

It’s important for you to know that some DSLRs are really great in low light, but lack much needed dynamic range. While others seem really sharp, they produce images with a pictorial effect. You ought to know your DSLR camera in and out.

2.Keep Away From Micro Jitters

Perhaps the most sickening artifact when shooting with a (DSLR) camera or any other any camera with a small form factor is the presence of micro jitters. Kindly note that I am talking about those minute shakes that will occur on your handheld footage.

They may not fully appear until you look at the footage in post. You need to be meticulous enough about adopting the way you shoot to prevent this problem. This is because even the littlest movement in your home can be damaging for the image. But don’t you fret? There are possible remedies to this problem such as using a tripod or stabilizer. Also, be careful about the type of lens you choose. If a lens is long, it will always produce tiny little shakes. You can use them, but you need to more careful when using them.

3.Slow Pans Are Not Good

While micro shake is the unwanted thing when shooting with a DSLR, no doubt about the fact even slow pans are more like your enemy. Every DSLR, again, varies in this case. For the most part, however, DSLRs camera ensure a tough time scanning at a slow speed wen shooting in 24p.

I understand that you want to keep away from pans (whenever possible) which are not needed. Just shoot a 2nd setup and get your take in 2 shots rather than going for one so you can steer clear of having to pan frequently.

4.Hot Spots are Acceptable

Not blowing out your highlights is probably one of the first things you learned when exposing your images. This suggestion is really essential and will allow you to obtain a fine exposure, but it comes to its effect only when you understand the difference between highlights and hotspots.

There are some shooters who are extremely nervous about overexposing any part of their image, that they will expose for the blazing area in the shot. Don’t forget that it seems absolutely fine for your images to clip to white, as long as it is not taking place in a crucial part of your frame. If a wind blows out in the background, it can really look great, the window being the hotspot. And depending on the look you’re expecting, it can practically work well with your mood and scene as well.

Conclusion

You must remember to focus not only the technical aspects of your DSLR, but also the basic knowledge that will possibly apply to any camera you have.

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