Bricks in Motion
We are a friendly filmmaking community devoted to the art of stop-motion animation using LEGO® and similar construction toys. Here, you can share your work, join our community of other brickfilmers, and participate in periodic animation contests!
A place to discuss, share, and create stop motion films.
Ad
You are not logged in. Please login or register.
I have decided to go with the 60d, thanks for the advice! Does anyone have any suggestions for an external mic?
That depends on what you want to do with it, and how much you're willing to pay for it. A Rode Video Mic would be great for overall audio.
If you are going to be doing a lot of audio of individual people, get some lavs and a zoom recorder.
Finally did it. Bought the 60d with the 18-135 lens. Can't wait for it to arrive.
Great! I WANT IT!
Well, I'm getting a T3i.
Can anyone recommend a good list of video-related accessories?
Rode Video microphone,
Fluid head tripod(or similar)
Thanks!
I'm probably going to get a tripod, but I need to spend more money on a shoulder mount.
The shoulder mount is my favorite form of stabilizing, and they are generally cheaper than a tripod.
Actually the shoulder mount from RedRock(or similar brand) was about $700. Not to say though that shoulder rigs are absolutely awesome!
Last edited by VanderFlame Studios (May 10, 2012 (12:45pm))
I would like a RecRock, but I'll probably go with something cheaper.
You can try making your own shoulder mount if cost is an issue (Pro stabilizers can cost a lot of money):
Other video equipment that I would recommend:
At least 3x batteries
16GB+ memory cards
Audio Recorder (Zoom H4n or Tascam DR-100)
VideoMic or Sennheiser on-camera microphone [not 100% sure that the Sennheiser fits onto the T3i]
Prime / Constant Aperture lenses….
1) Old Nikon Lenses (I'm looking into the 20mm F2.8, 24mm F2.8, 28mm F2.8, 35mm F2.8, 50mm F1.4, 85mm F1.8, 105mm F2.5, 300mm F4.5, all non-AI)
2) Canon EOS Prime lenses (28mm, 50mm at least)
3) If you have the cash, the Tokina 11-16mm F2.8 lens is great (but is a crop lens, so it won't work if you upgrade to a 5D)
Tripod with fluid head, reversible center column, and a maximum height of 5+ feet. I'm currently considering the Manfrotto 055XDB with 501DV Head.
Monopod.
Grey/White balance card.
Lightmeter.
Glidetrack SD.
Battery Grip (Vello makes one that's cheaper than Canon's)
Circular Neutral Density filters for lenses.
Viewfinder of some kind. The best is the Zacuto Z-Finder (Has a diopter), but it's expensive.
That's what I have for now [posted some other thoughts a few pages back]. I'll update if I think of anything else.
Wow, thanks!
Once I get the camera, I'll be saving up for components for a new PC, and Adobe Creative suite 6.
I'll probably get a shoulder mount, because I like it better than a tripod, and definitely a shotgun mic.
Well I do not really know a lot about DSLRs so I was hoping someone would help me here. I am wondering what lenses would be good for a brickfilm. I use the T2i.
To contribute slightly to what was mentioned above about stabilizers: I myself have never built a DIY steadicam or mount but I have used my tripod as a stabilizer. I simply fold out the legs at their shortest length and then grip the center pole. It works remarkably well for cutting shake out and won't cost you a thing if you own a tripod with a center pole. Also as for software, Adobe Production Premium looks like a great bundle for filmmakers. I plan on getting it when I can afford it.
Well I do not really know a lot about DSLRs so I was hoping someone would help me here. I am wondering what lenses would be good for a brickfilm. I use the T2i.
I use the kit lens from the T2i even though I use a 60D, because it has a very short focusing distance. For close up shots I use macro filters on the 18-55mm lens. It's a whole lot cheaper than buying a macro lens, which I know some people use. Macro lenses are very expensive, and based on my camera knowledge, I don't see how they really provide an advantage over a macro filter as far as brickfilming is concerned. 
Well I do not really know a lot about DSLRs so I was hoping someone would help me here. I am wondering what lenses would be good for a brickfilm. I use the T2i.
I keep looking at other lenses, buy my father says that I'll only use the stock lens it comes with.
In the case of the one I'm buying, it's a 18-135mm.
Oh, Buikes, you should probably change the IP address in your signature to the prison server. I think it's definitely ready for the public.
Well I do not really know a lot about DSLRs so I was hoping someone would help me here. I am wondering what lenses would be good for a brickfilm. I use the T2i.
I haven't animated in years, but have heard that the old non-ai Nikon lenses are great for animation, and you can find them at a decent / cheap price on KEH.com. Watch this video for information on how they work and what you need to know.
I keep looking at other lenses, buy my father says that I'll only use the stock lens it comes with.
In the case of the one I'm buying, it's a 18-135mm.
That's true if you're only taking photos with the camera. If you're taking video, however, and want a smooth focus pull, you're probably going to want a lens with a constant aperture (the 18-135 kit lens is 3.5-5.6, right?) That means that when you change focus during a shot it will zoom in/out a little when you refocus.
SLIGHTLY URGENT: I have bought my 60d, and filmed a school project for my sister, and a short film. However, everytime I import it into Sony Vegas Movie Studio HD 10, it crashes. Sometimes the preview window will turn red. Any ideas?
SLIGHTLY URGENT: I have bought my 60d, and filmed a school project for my sister, and a short film. However, everytime I import it into Sony Vegas Movie Studio HD 10, it crashes. Sometimes the preview window will turn red. Any ideas?
How did you import the footage fromt he 60D into Sony Vegas?
RedBrick1 wrote:SLIGHTLY URGENT: I have bought my 60d, and filmed a school project for my sister, and a short film. However, everytime I import it into Sony Vegas Movie Studio HD 10, it crashes. Sometimes the preview window will turn red. Any ideas?
How did you import the footage fromt he 60D into Sony Vegas?
I loaded it onto the computer, and then simply imported it. I have heard something about having to convert it first?
Cinexcellence wrote:RedBrick1 wrote:SLIGHTLY URGENT: I have bought my 60d, and filmed a school project for my sister, and a short film. However, everytime I import it into Sony Vegas Movie Studio HD 10, it crashes. Sometimes the preview window will turn red. Any ideas?
How did you import the footage fromt he 60D into Sony Vegas?
I loaded it onto the computer, and then simply imported it. I have heard something about having to convert it first?
Yes; the video files coming off of your 60D are H.264, which is for viewing video files, not for editing. Download MPEG Streamclip (free) and use the Batch function to convert the footage to your sequence/project settings, and then edit with the new files.
PS for Mac users: If you have the $50 to spend, consider getting 5DtoRGB. I've been using that exclusively for a while now, and the quality is the best that I've gotten so far.
Last edited by Cinexcellence (May 16, 2012 (06:30am))
Posts [ 281 to 300 of 583 ]
