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==== Shooting Video on the Canon Rebel DSLR T1/2i ====

=== Notes ===

*The T1i has battery type (E5), &nbsp;and the T2i has battery type (E8), these are not cross-compatible<br> 
*Whenever possible it is recommended to shoot video using the T2i camera because of the added video features over the T1i model 
*Additional accessories including AC adapter cables,&nbsp;memory card readers, lenses, and remotes are &nbsp;available separately through Media Loan 
*It is recommended to use a tripod to reduce camera shake.
*When using the default zoom lens aperture changes will occur during a change in focal length.
*Shooting for extended periods of time can cause the sensor to overheat, resulting in image artifacts, and/or shutting down. If this happens please turn the camera off for a while and wait for it to cool down.

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=== Camera Settings ===

#Turn off both Auto Focus and Image Stabilizer switches on the lens 
#Turn the camera dial to the movie mode (camera icon) 
#Press the Menu button and adjust the following settings [[Canon Rebel Video Settings Guide|Canon Rebel Video Settings Guide]] 
#Press the red video record button near the viewfinder to start video recording. 

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=== Shooting Settings ===


'''Set the ISO/ASA''':
''(film grain - light sensitivity)''
*Press the ISO button and use the scroll wheel to adjust values. 
*Anything above 800 will look pretty grainy. 


'''Set White Balance''':
*Take a shot of a white piece of paper in the subject area. 
*In the menu settings select that white image as the custom white balance reference. 
*Press Display. 
*Press Quick menu. 
*Select custom white balance using the scroll wheel. 
*Press Quick menu to exit. 


'''Adjust exposure''':
*Press the * symbol to adjust exposure settings in combination with the AV button and scroll wheel. 


'''Focus''':
*Press the AF button to zoom and focus, or use the camera zoom and focus controls on the lens. 
*Use the focus assist zoom button to toggle magnification x5, or x10 to do critical focus.


'''Start Recording''':
*Press the camera button with the red dot directly next to the viewfinder to start video recording. (Pressing the shutter will only take a still image)
*Press the camera record button again to stop.

''It is recommended to have pre and post roll before and after each shot.''

===Saving Footage ===
Copy the entire contents of the camera memory card INTACT to the local computer, or an external drive. 
#Turn off the camera.
#Remove the memory card and insert into the provided card reader on the computer desk in the MML, or Non-Linear suites.  ''-Card readers are also available for checkout from Media Loan.''
#Create a folder with your name on the Storage or Local Work drive.
#Copy the entire DCIM folder from the memory card into your folder. DO NOT make any changes to this folder, or its contents.
#Eject the memory card by dragging to the trash.
#Preview clips by navigating to files with the .mov extension inside the DCIM folder. 
#Put the memory card back into the camera and re-format before returning equipment to Media Loan.

=== Related Articles ===

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=== Resources ===

[http://pixelpoppin.com/camera/index.html Virtual Camera]

[http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan/docs/photo_canonrebel.pdf Proficiency Guide]<br>

[http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan/docs/photo_manual_rebelt1i.pdf T1i Manual]

[http://www.evergreen.edu/medialoan/docs/photo_manual_eosrt2i.pdf T2i Manual]

[http://littlegreatideas.com/stabilizer/diy/ DIY Steadicam]

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