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Yes, I think it's not de shutter too. Check if your camera is really good fixed on your tripod. I had the same problem too, because my camera was not attached sturdy enough on my tripod. And if you don't use a stop motion capture program, try to avoid looking your photo's back on the camera, because then the camera could move too. And as Repelling Spider already said, check your table and tripod.
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Oh and as a quick tip to Canon EOS users... if you don't have a stop motion program (like myself) you can use the EOS Utility that comes with the new Canon cameras to remotely control your camera. It is actually a very nice piece of software! I use it for frame capture and then use Windows Live Movie Maker to edit. Works great for myself. (The EOS Utility can also be used to create timelapses which is great as well.)
The T3i on the other hand though is fairly new, whereas I bet you could find a T2i or even a refurbished T3i for a little cheaper
Don't ever buy a refurbished camera. They eventually will malfunction...it happened to me once. If you're going to go serious with video. Go with the T3i. Or even better...save up about 200-300 bucks more and buy a 60D which is a TERRIFIC option for video. It's much better than the T3i!
... They eventually will malfunction...it happened to me once....
That's a rather bold statement which seems to be based on a single incident...
Fact is that every camera will malfunction, the only question is when! The most critical part in a DSLR is the shutter. After that, the (degradation) of the sensor (bad pixels). so if you see a refurbished cam where those two have been replaced, I would not hesitate to buy it (if the price is right)...
Repelling Spider wrote:The T3i on the other hand though is fairly new, whereas I bet you could find a T2i or even a refurbished T3i for a little cheaper
Don't ever buy a refurbished camera. They eventually will malfunction...it happened to me once. If you're going to go serious with video. Go with the T3i. Or even better...save up about 200-300 bucks more and buy a 60D which is a TERRIFIC option for video. It's much better than the T3i!
I agree with boardron, I wouldn't judge an entire field of products (refurbished ones) on simply one incident. The shutter life is one important aspect, as boardron said, to think about in purchasing a DSLR. After a certain number of shots taken, the shutter will malfunction and stop, and then will need to be replaced. The number of shots varies from camera to camera. This is why I'd be wary of buying a -used- DSLR because I wouldn't know how soon the shutter would go out. The newer cameras are getting better and better in this area though and the life expectancy is getting longer too I believe.
Hope that helps in some way to those looking into a DSLR.
Sorry about that.But if you do buy a new camera...you most likely will have a longer camera life.
Sorry about that.But if you do buy a new camera...you most likely will have a longer camera life.
This is true. Although I wonder if there is much of a difference in a new camera and a refurbished one. Perhaps that would be something good to look into. 
I finally get my Nikon MC-DC2 wire remote control for my D3100. And it's pretty good. I'm glad of that.
It's interesting that in my Nikon D3100 if I film too dark it has light flicking, if I get lamp little more to set and little brighter, it's not flicking. Weird and interesting... Or I don't know is that weird.
It's interesting that in my Nikon D3100 if I film too dark it has light flicking, if I get lamp little more to set and little brighter, it's not flicking. Weird and interesting... Or I don't know is that weird.
Do you have it on full manual? Make sure auto-lighting optimizer is off?
Just got my t2i, so far i'm loving it. Can someone tell me, or show me, all the settings I need to have on manual in the software?
Just got my t2i, so far i'm loving it. Can someone tell me, or show me, all the settings I need to have on manual in the software?
Awesome! I have a T2i as well. You need to be sure to set your custom white balance, set the auto light optimizer to off, and make sure you have the dial set to full manual as well as have your focus on manual. I've also been told to make sure your lens's Image Stabilizer is turned off. I sometimes forget this step but I'm sure it will help a lot. Let me know if you need any specifics on how to do each of those things.
Lord Lajaka wrote:It's interesting that in my Nikon D3100 if I film too dark it has light flicking, if I get lamp little more to set and little brighter, it's not flicking. Weird and interesting... Or I don't know is that weird.
Do you have it on full manual? Make sure auto-lighting optimizer is off?
No no... No problem... I have just too little exposure time. I think it changes somehow from last time.
Repelling Spider wrote:Lord Lajaka wrote:It's interesting that in my Nikon D3100 if I film too dark it has light flicking, if I get lamp little more to set and little brighter, it's not flicking. Weird and interesting... Or I don't know is that weird.
Do you have it on full manual? Make sure auto-lighting optimizer is off?
No no... No problem... I have just too little exposure time. I think it changes somehow from last time.
That's understandable. It's most likely just the fact that you are using a longer shutter speed so it has more of a chance to capture variations in the light. I'd just make sure you are far enough away from the set, in the same position, etc. Hope you can get it sorted out!
Yes I solved it. Then I continues the filming. 10 seconds ready. I think animating is pretty hard 'cause so many pictures must be take for that reason. The first 10 seconds spents when the good guy is in the prison. The upcoming video that I'm talking about is the entry for Finnish HOViNET's 8th animation contest. I guess I have some change to win this contest.
I am looking into getting the T3i. For video it is just as good as the 60d and alot cheaper. And as I will be using for my live action filmmaking it is the perfect fit. Remember that it is the lens that really matters, so getting an expensive body and a cheap lens isn't as good as a cheaper body, and a higher quality lens.
Olsonstudios wrote:Just got my t2i, so far i'm loving it. Can someone tell me, or show me, all the settings I need to have on manual in the software?
Awesome! I have a T2i as well. You need to be sure to set your custom white balance, set the auto light optimizer to off, and make sure you have the dial set to full manual as well as have your focus on manual. I've also been told to make sure your lens's Image Stabilizer is turned off. I sometimes forget this step but I'm sure it will help a lot. Let me know if you need any specifics on how to do each of those things.
Thanks dude! I am having the same issue that someone else mention before. I am getting a slight camera shake during my animation, and its definitely not my set, and my camera is firmly attached to my tripod. I never had any issues with camera shake until I got the t2i. However, you mentioned I need to turn the image stabilizer to off, which I haven't tried yet. Maybe the image stabilizer is causing it? I can post a video to show you what i'm talking about.
@Olsonstudios What lens are you using? If you are using the lens that comes with the t2i i wouldn't be surprised if it was the IS, considering the lens quality.
@backyardlegos, yeah man, that's the lense i'm using. I'll have to try another test with it off to see if that's the issue.
Here's what the shakiness looks like: http://vimeo.com/35814818
The video doesnt show it that much, but it is definitely noticeable.
I'm also wondering, how do I set a custom white balance? As of right now, when I set it to custom, it causes the image to become overly warm looking.
And, where is the light optimizer setting?
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Question: I have a 350d and the 450d kit lens - Do I need to buy a macro lens (ie. OM-1/2 or Nickon AI) for brickfilming?
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