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Top Ten Camcorder Tips

Simple ways to improve the quality of your films with any camcorder.  After you start with the first ten, you can read more; there are 21 tips in total.

  1. Make a test recording before actual filming
  2. Record a beat more at head and tail
  3. Start with an establishing shot
  4. Use an external mike
  5. Shoot at subject’s eye level
  6. Avoid bright backgrounds
  7. Use a tripod, monopod or steadycam
  8. Shoot lots of close-ups
  9. Vary your angles
  10. Get reaction shots and cut-ways

To learn more read the AVC guide: 21 camcorder tips

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