Intro to Video Camera

We learnt how to use a video camera in preparation for our preliminary task. We learnt about focusing the camera on a detailed item in the shot then zooming out to the shot we wanted to ensure it was all in focus. We learnt how to white balance the camera by filming something that was true white such as a piece of paper. We learnt about exposure to make sure we can capture a realistic clip and the importance in shutter speed in different types of scenes. We learnt the relevance of all the symbols on screen of the camera e.g. battery, exposure level and learnt the basics to filming with the camera. We split into groups and all had a chance to take the camera on and off a tripod and have a go a filming.