I'm about to embark on my first project shot on an DSLR.
I previously shot a feature on miniDV using a Panasonic DVX100A, 24p, Anamorphic. I mic'ed the project with a simple boom plugged into one of the camera's XLR inputs.
In hopes of learning enough to attempt a second feature, we're shooting a short this October (less than a month away) on a Canon 5DmkII. I've done a lot of small things with the camera, but never in the chaos and the pressure of set and full cast.
In addition to the 5D, I have two canon lenses.
28-300mm f/3.5-5.6
50mm f/1.4
and a CowboyStudio Shoulder support.
I do not yet have my audio solution and lighting figured out. Not having a dedicated audio or lighting guy I'm kinda flying blind there. I have been looking at the Beachtek adapters but would love to hear from someone who has used them.
Most all of the photography will be indoors, but with a fair amount of movement. No tripod shots.
I'm looking for advice, pitfalls to watch out for and general suggestions from people who have successfully shot DSLR before.
I previously shot a feature on miniDV using a Panasonic DVX100A, 24p, Anamorphic. I mic'ed the project with a simple boom plugged into one of the camera's XLR inputs.
In hopes of learning enough to attempt a second feature, we're shooting a short this October (less than a month away) on a Canon 5DmkII. I've done a lot of small things with the camera, but never in the chaos and the pressure of set and full cast.
In addition to the 5D, I have two canon lenses.
28-300mm f/3.5-5.6
50mm f/1.4
and a CowboyStudio Shoulder support.
I do not yet have my audio solution and lighting figured out. Not having a dedicated audio or lighting guy I'm kinda flying blind there. I have been looking at the Beachtek adapters but would love to hear from someone who has used them.
Most all of the photography will be indoors, but with a fair amount of movement. No tripod shots.
I'm looking for advice, pitfalls to watch out for and general suggestions from people who have successfully shot DSLR before.
