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Filming: Preparation & Techniques
On a website full on films on all sorts of topics, it’s only expected that we would have a place for our site users to learn more about the art of filmmaking. We have great films for beginners who are just starting to learn about film and video. Also featured are popular questions about how to operate a camcorder answered by our expert. Get ready to make your directorial debut. Action! You might also like to look at Made By You, Editing & Viewing Your Recordings, Pranks

Films and Articles:

Tips For Making Your Own Video

Tips For Making Your Own Video

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How To Do The Hollywood Gunshot Effect

How To Do The Hollywood Gunshot Effect

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Lights Camera Action - Episode 3

Lights Camera Action - Episode 3

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One Way To Create A Video And To Edit It

One Way To Create A Video And To Edit It

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How To Make A Film On VideoJug

How To Make A Film On VideoJug

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How To Make An Underwater Camcorder Housing

How To Make An Underwater Camcorder Housing

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Underwater Video Top Tips Part 2

Underwater Video Top Tips Part 2

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Lights Camera Action - Episode 2

Lights Camera Action - Episode 2

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How To Shoot A Video Underwater

How To Shoot A Video Underwater

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How To Make A How To Film

How To Make A 'How To' Film

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Lights Camera Action - Episode 1

Lights Camera Action - Episode 1

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How To Hack A Video Camcorder

How To Hack A Video Camcorder

Views: 2,302

Questions Answered by our Experts

Tim Smith
Tim Smith-Camcorder Training Specialist
Meet the Expert 
Camcorders And Your Needs 
  1. Tim Smith
  2. What camcorder do I need if I'm just starting out? 
  3. What camcorder features do I need for making video blogs? 
  4. What camcorder features do I need to shoot concerts and plays? 
  5. What camcorder features do I need for vacations? 
  6. What camcorder features do I need for sports? 
  7. What camcorder features do I need for family events? 
  8. What camcorder features do I need for business meetings? 
  9. What camcorder do I need to get a "film look"? 
Controlling The Camcorder Picture 
  1. Tim Smith
  2. How do I record on my camcorder? 
  3. What is "auto mode" on a camcorder? 
  4. What does "exposure of the video" mean? 
  5. What is the "iris" of a camcorder? 
  6. What is "video gain", and what does it do on my camcorder? 
  7. What is "shutter speed", and what does it do on my camcorder? 
  8. What does an "ND filter" do on my camcorder? 
  9. What is "white balance" and how does it affect my camcorder's picture? 
  10. How do I adjust my camcorder's white balance? 
Controlling The Camcorder Lens 
  1. Tim Smith
  2. What is the "zoom" function on my camcorder? 
  3. What is the difference between an "optical zoom" and "digital zoom"? 
  4. What is an "image stabilizer", and why would I use it on my camcorder? 
  5. How do "optical" and "electronic" stabilizers differ? 
  6. Should I ever turn off my camcorder's image stabilizer? 
  7. What is "focus", and how do I adjust it on my camcorder? 
How Camcorders Work 
  1. Tim Smith
  2. How does a camcorder work? 
  3. What is a "video chip"? 
  4. What's the difference between a "CCD" and a "CMOS" chip? 
  5. Why would I need a 3 CCD camcorder instead of a single chip CCD camcorder? 
  6. What is "pixel count" and how does it affect the image quality of my camcorder? 
  7. Why don't consumer camcorders work well in low light? 
  8. What is the difference between "NTSC" and "PAL"? 
  9. What is the difference between SP, LP and EP recording modes on my camcorder? 
  10. What is the difference between "interlaced" and "progressive" video? 
  11. What is "24p" and why would I use it? 
  12. Can my camcorder play back the videos I've shot? 

Popular Questions

  • What camcorder features do I need for making video blogs?
  • What camcorder features do I need for sports?
  • What camcorder features do I need for family events?
  • What camcorder features do I need for business meetings?
  • How do I record on my camcorder?
  • What is the "iris" of a camcorder?
  • How do I adjust my camcorder's white balance?
  • What is the difference between an "optical zoom" and "digital zoom"?
  • Should I ever turn off my camcorder's image stabilizer?
  • How does a camcorder work?
  • Why don't consumer camcorders work well in low light?
  • What accessory will help me protect my camcorder?
  • How do I protect my camcorder from water?
  • Should I get an extra battery for my camcorder?
  • How do I make my camcorder's battery last longer?
  • Are brand-name camcorder batteries better than generic camcorder batteries?
  • What kind of sound quality can I expect from my camcorder?
  • What do I need in order to use an external microphone for my camcorder?
  • Can I use professional microphones with a consumer camcorder?
  • Should I buy a long microphone cord for my camcorder?
  • What does the "spotlight" function on my camcorder do?
  • Should I use my camcorder's "widescreen" mode?
  • Do consumer camcorders have slow-motion capabilities?
Camcorder Protection 
  1. Tim Smith
  2. What does a "head-cleaning tape" do and how do I use it? 
  3. What is a "UV filter" and why would I put it on my camcorder? 
  4. What accessory will help me protect my camcorder? 
  5. How do I protect my camcorder from water? 
Camcorder Batteries 
  1. Tim Smith
  2. Should I get an extra battery for my camcorder? 
  3. How do I make my camcorder's battery last longer? 
  4. Are brand-name camcorder batteries better than generic camcorder batteries? 
  5. What is a "camcorder battery charger"? 
  6. Do I need a "stand-alone" battery charger for my camcorder? 
  7. Should I let my camcorder battery run down completely before recharging? 
Camcorder Audio 
  1. Tim Smith
  2. What kind of sound quality can I expect from my camcorder? 
  3. How can I get the best performance from my camcorder's microphone? 
  4. What does the "wind noise" function of my camcorder do? 
  5. What is the difference between "16bit" and "12bit" sound on my camcorder? 
  6. What is an "external microphone" and would I need one for my camcorder? 
  7. What do I need in order to use an external microphone for my camcorder? 
  8. What is an "omni" microphone and can it improve my camcorder's sound quality? 
  9. What is a "shotgun" microphone and can it improve my camcorder's sound quality? 
  10. What is a "lavalier" microphone and can it improve my camcorder's sound quality? 
  11. What is phantom power? 
  12. Can I use professional microphones with a consumer camcorder? 
  13. Should I buy a long microphone cord for my camcorder? 
Camcorder Features 
  1. Tim Smith
  2. What does the "backlight" function on my camcorder do? 
  3. What does the "spotlight" function on my camcorder do? 
  4. What is "low light" mode, and what does it do on my camcorder? 
  5. What is "aspect ratio"? 
  6. What is the difference between "16x9" and "4x3"? 
  7. Should I use my camcorder's "widescreen" mode? 
  8. What is my camcorder's "letterbox" mode? 
  9. What do the special "program" modes or "scene" modes in my camcorder do? 
  10. Do consumer camcorders have slow-motion capabilities? 
more...

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Lights Camera Action - Episode 2

Lights Camera Action - Episode 2

Lights Camera Action - Episode 3

Lights Camera Action - Episode 3

One Way To Create A Video And To Edit It

One Way To Create A Video And To Edit It

How To Make A Film On VideoJug

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Lights Camera Action - Episode 1

Lights Camera Action - Episode 1

How To Make An Underwater Camcorder Housing

How To Make An Underwater Camcorder Housing

How To Hack A Video Camcorder

How To Hack A Video Camcorder

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