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I myself and going with a Sennheiser G2 system. It's UHF and right at $450 new on ebay, about $100 less than B&H. It's a transmitter and camera mountable receiver. One of the best options I have found for the price. If you can't afford the lower level Sennheisers, I would look into what Audio...

Use the camera, use the software. Watch tutorials and read manuals, talk to people about specific aspects of production. Really, you just have to practice and gain experience. Time put into doing something is what makes you good at it. The more time and experience, the more you learn and become...

There are a few approaches to doing sound with a camcorder like the HV30. As the price increases, so will sound quality. The Rode NTG-2 is a good choice for a mic. You need to go from XLR- 1/8" and there are also the questions of pre-amping. So... 1.) Buy an XLR cable and convert it down to a...

This is really one of my first personal projects I have done that wasn't for someone else or as a job. I tagged along with the local parkour group in Glasgow, UK this June and put together what I hope captures the essence of the sport. Let me know what you think and if you have any suggestions...

Cool short. Good shooting and solid editing. And yes, I would say it is good. Are you from Beirut? I'm actually going to be in Amman traveling around the area shooting a documentary next summer.

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The toughest thing about multiple and cut shots will be sound. Doing the scene once with multiple cameras keeps audio consistent. You may not be able to use multiple angles whenever you want with one camera, but for shots of the listening actor in a convo, or of a non-dialogue shot, its...

As always, Alcove gives some sound advice. (and my puns are never intended). What I do is just go to the 'modify' tab in FCP -> 'Audio' -> and 'pan center'. Then adjust your levels and filters from there. Are you recording into XLR plugs on a camera, XLR to mini, or into a portable recorder?

I do mostly documentary work, and for me it is essential to have a prosumer camera. Part of it is the size. Having a camera with some weight behind it for handheld and shoulder shots is essential. I also can't mess with an adapter and lenses, as well as a flipped image. It is also important to...

Thanks. I'm going with a Sennheiser G2 system.

For 3,000 your best bet is going to be with a used Canon XH-A1. The Sony FX1000 is still a CMOS sensor. The Canon is known for its quality, wide popularity, and has some of the best colors at that price range. I'm not too impressed with the picture from Sony cameras until you get to the EX1...

At the upper consumer level, Canon stands out from the pack in overall product quality. If can deal with tapes I would try for the HV series. Good call on the Jag35. For a low-end adapter its a good call. For sound, buy a beachtek or juicedlink xlr to mini adapter and set aside about $250 for a...

Keep in mind you have approx. $3,000 to create video. Which means that budget will be spread across a camera, sound equipment, and then there is also the question of software and accessories. The camera will obviously be the most expensive, but keep in mind a good tripod with a fluid head...

Myself and two other students are in the early stages of producing a documentary dealing with foreign policy. We are filming in the US during the Fall and Spring and will be finishing the film in the Middle East next summer. This is a low budget project, but we are looking for investors or...

I am selling a Canon Xl1s with all the accessories plus a large Pelican case big enough to fit the camera, batteries, tapes, and a mic. The listing is here on ebay: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270420506057&_trkparms=tab%3DSelling I am going to put the reserve on here so...

If you are tight on a budget. The Rode NTG-2 is a little over $200 and is the best sounding in its price range. It was highly recommended to me by the audio guys at B&H in New York for low budget work. Also, be sure to compare and give a listen on youtube or vimeo before buying. What you want is...

I am looking to buy a UHF lav mic set and will be shooting in the US, UK, and various countries in the Middle East. Are there any issues with using UHF in the ME and is there somewhere to learn about foreign airwave regulations? Thanks.

NTSC records in 24, 30, or 60i usually. And PAL records in 50 and 25 fps. They should keep it all NTSC if they plan on post production and distribution in the US. The compatibility comes with the frame rate and the broadcast format.

I think the choice of camera all depends on your plans for the documentary. I talked with a woman from PBS at the Edinburgh International Film Festival the other day, and she said as a broadcaster they want films to be at least 720p, 24p, and 16:9. She said if you are looking to have it acquired...

I am on my way to the EIFF right now. I will be there today through Friday. This thread is for anyone who wants to share their festival experience. I will be attending the Scottish Documentary Institute industry events the next couple of days. If anyone is around, let me know. Tonight kicks off...