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''It is recommended to have pre and post roll before and after each shot.''
 
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===Saving Your Source Footage ===
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Copy the entire contents of the camera memory card INTACT to the local computer, or an external drive.
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#Turn off the camera
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#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.''
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#Create a folder with your name on the Storage or Local Work drive.
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#Copy the entire DCIM folder from the memory card into your folder. DO NOT make any changes to this folder, or its contents.
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#Eject the memory card by dragging to the trash.
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#Put the memory card back into the camera and re-format before returning equipment to Media Loan.
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=== Resources ===
 
=== Resources ===

Revision as of 14:16, 3 October 2012

Shooting Video on the Canon Rebel DSLR T2i

Notes

  • Additional accessories including AC adapter cables, memory card readers, lenses, and remotes are  available separately through Media Loan


Camera Settings

  1. Turn off both Auto Focus and Image Stabilizer switches on the lens.
  2. Turn the camera dial to the movie mode (camera icon).
  3. Press the Menu button and adjust the following settings Canon Rebel Video Settings Guide.


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 Your Source Footage

Copy the entire contents of the camera memory card INTACT to the local computer, or an external drive.

  1. Turn off the camera
  2. 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.
  3. Create a folder with your name on the Storage or Local Work drive.
  4. Copy the entire DCIM folder from the memory card into your folder. DO NOT make any changes to this folder, or its contents.
  5. Eject the memory card by dragging to the trash.
  6. Put the memory card back into the camera and re-format before returning equipment to Media Loan.


Resources

Virtual Camera

Proficiency Guide

T2i Manual

DIY Steadicam