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As we close out 2012 we took some time to chat with a few of the most in the know creators on Vimeo to get their thoughts on the new gadgetry that debuted this past year and what the future may hold. Check out their insights and opinions below-
- Category:
- Gear
- Difficulty:
- beginner
We know how tough it is to capture video and find the time to edit over the holidays, and it's not any fun being stuck behind the lens during a party! To help ease the burden, we've come up with a project called the 10 Second Holiday Video. We want to challenge you to make the most of your time with a concise, one-shot roundup of as many moments as possible.
To give you an idea of what we mean, here's our 10 Second Holiday Video:
All you need for this project is a camera, some friends and family, and a plan of action for all the moments you want to capture.
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- Do It Yourself
- Editing
- Shooting
- Difficulty:
- beginner
Happy holidays, Vimeo! All of us here at Vimeo HQ wish you a very merry season filled with family, friends, food, festivities, and perfectly-exposed, well-composed, steadily-shot video footage. You'll need to handle the stuff in the first part. Luckily, we've got you covered on the video front.
We've made a list. We've checked it twice. And it contains six tips that will help turn your holiday video into an artfully captured, skillfully edited memory to cherish forever. Whether you're a novice with a point-and-shoot, a regular ol' iPhoner, or a pro with a DSLR, follow these simple tips to master the art of the holiday video. Consider it our gift to you. You're welcome.
- Category:
- Shooting
- Difficulty:
- beginner
It is yet again the holiday season, Vimeans, and we all know what that means: time to spend some cash! Just kidding. But, we do know that this shopping season can get a little hard, so we thought we might provide you with some great holiday gift ideas for the aspiring filmmaker -- whether that means you or someone else. After all, ‘tis the season to share and be merry!
If you'd like a little product reference, check out last year's gift guide.
These gift ideas range in price, so follow this legend to keep track:
$ - not too shabby!
$$ - a bit pricier
$$$ - a hefty hunk of change, but worth the price
BEGINNER CAMERAS
$) Canon PowerShot ELPH 110 HS - $150 – This is a great first camera for those who have never shot video before. A lightweight, slim, and easily manageable point-and-shoot camera.
$$) Olympus PEN E-PL5 - $520 – Unfortunately, there’s no built-in flash on this guy, but it’s a great price for a piece of equipment that produces such high-quality material. Also very compact and easy to handle.
$$$) Sony NEX-5RK/B - $700 – Though still not quite at the level of a DSLR camera, it may as well be. Excellent quality image from this camera, and it gives your beginning filmmaker the option to experiment with detachable lenses, which is always exciting!
Canon PowerShot ELPH 110 HS
- Category:
- Gear
- Difficulty:
- beginner
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