Whether you're filming a camera review or working on your latest vlog, one of the easiest ways to take your video to the next level is to have clever transitions. To help you do just that, Rachel and Daniel of Mango Street have created a video showcasing six in-camera video transitions you can do with little more than a bit of planning.
The video summarizes six different methods in just 120 seconds: through the door, back in shot, whip tilt up and down, below ground, strafe blocking and prism wipe. Each method is detailed with a how-to shot and and a final result shot to show both how to get it done and what the final result looks like.
At the end of the video, all of the techniques are put together to create a seamless flow of footage using all six methods. It's a short, simple video that manages to pack a punch in just under two minutes.
As noted by Mango Street in the description of the video, don't forget, 'focus on the story first. Transitions should only serve to enhance your story.'
It's the only camera with 4K 60p, with DPAF touch screen on the market. Huge chip too. Philip Bloom owns a 1DXII for "4K slo-mo, small size, and great colour SOOC"
I'd have to say these days, because of access (internet) and affordability (lower prices high quality), we tend to see content creation all looking very similar. These types of transitions are pretty much everywhere now just like in commercials the use of 80'/90's look and feel (vhs, 4:3) and ultra saturated colors (red and blue hard lights) are prevalent. It's just the nature of the business I guess. My recommendation as a professional will be to not follow the trends and try to use your time to come up with something new and refreshing (if you're concern is purely a visual language or aesthetic) or even better... just focus on the story you're trying to tell.
I liked this little tutorial. Got me thinking. Those of you complaining don’t have any experience. This was clever.
One upon a time, in a galaxy far far away.....
The director used the special effects generator to transition from scene to scene. It was a Panasonic switcher that just about every small TV station or producer owned. He even used the effects in order. Now, let me see if I can remember his name... oh ya, George Lucas and the film was Star Wars. The same effects have been used in each of the original series movies ever since.
Of course, the movies didn’t do well. It’s been over 40 years and the films are still watched millions of times each day.
Wow, useful, practical content on DPR - and related to video, to boot! What kind of cataclysm might this foretell? :D Seriously, thank you for the video. It’s good stuff for all of us who work with extremely limited resources.
Did you miss the gigantic gimbal? That, right there, is a much better argument for other systems than any sensor considerations. Plus, Canon’s DR is hardly the issue for video recording - it’s the awful crop and massive files in 4K that are troublesome.
I’m kinda new to video, so I find this stuff very helpful. It’s too bad people trash other people’s work. Remember Bambi? “If you can’t say something nice...” thank you for posting. Hope to see more. Gets my juices flowing.
or maybe you just satisfy with these simple overused cheap/amateurish shots
I expect dpreview share some real talents like Sam Kolder / Wolfcrow / Parker Walbeck who consistently give us true professional tips and ideas to our shots
These techniques were heavily used in Children of Men and Birdman. These techniques aren't amateurish just the way they were assembled in this cut was not the best. They were just grossly showing the technique but it's up to us viewers to use those techniques in more creative ways. Refer to the new Forever music video by ASAP Rocky. This technique is used pretty well in that video.
Well, let's say we are seeing things differently. Just because some films applied certain techniques in some shots doesn't mean it's not cliché and tiresome to watch at this moment of time. Film making and videography evolved so much in the past few years that these shots are really boring and look even cheaper day by day. If you find the video helpful and learn something from it, good for you then.
As a total newbie to video, this was very eye-opening.
I have neither the time nor the inclination to become a video pro, and I am quite certain that there are countless better tutorials for more professional techniques than this one. However, I think you'll find it difficult to find any tutorial that crams this much (albeit basic) useful advice in 120 seconds.
"Entry-level tutorials displaying a technique show a simplistic simplistic version and lack subtlety" News at 11.
Srsly. It's a 120 second video with six cut ideas, clearly made for complete amateurs. It's up to you to take these building blocks and make them into something good. All of these simplistic techniques have been successfully used in multimillion dollar productions to great effect.
When the Fujifilm X-T2 arrived, it was more than just a modest upgrade to the already impressive X-T1. While the new X-T3 hasn't changed the overall design of the camera, this model is way more than an upgrade; rather, it's a quantum leap.
The Movie Maker is a compact, motorized slider designed for phones, action cams and small mirrorless cameras. We think it's a fun little kit and a good value proposition for the cost, provided you can work around a few of its weak points.
Nikon's Z7 is the first camera to use the all-new Z-mount, the company's first new full-frame mount since 1959. We've put together our first impressions based on quality shooting time with a pre-production camera - check out what we've found.
We got some hands-on time with a pre-production LX100 II to get a better feel for the improvements Panasonic's brought to the table. Here's a rundown of what's new – and what we think.
The instant camera market is heating up, and with four formats and 15+ cameras to choose from, we felt it was high time to examine them all and pick our favorite.
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What's the best camera for shooting landscapes? High resolution, weather-sealed bodies and wide dynamic range are all important. In this buying guide we've rounded-up several great cameras for shooting landscapes, and recommended the best.
What’s the best camera costing over $2000? The best high-end camera costing more than $2000 should have plenty of resolution, exceptional build quality, good 4K video capture and top-notch autofocus for advanced and professional users. In this buying guide we’ve rounded up all the current interchangeable lens cameras costing over $2000 and recommended the best.
There's no mistaking the Nikon Coolpix P1000 – with a 24-3000mm equivalent zoom, it really is in a class of its own. It's a conspicuous-looking superzoom with one main job: getting you really close to far away subjects. We've put together a gallery showing the kind of results you can expect from it.
GoPro has announced its HERO7 camera lineup. The updated action cameras feature new HyperSmooth and TimeWarp modes, as well as improved video and photo specs.
The Sony 24mm F1.4 is the latest lens to join the company's premium G Master lineup. We've been shooting with one for a couple of days - here's what you need to know.
Camera bag manufacturer Lowepro has introduced mark II backpacks for its ProTactic AW range with models that are said to feature an improved handling experience as well as a collection of accessories that can be attached to the outside.
Canon has announced its latest superzoom camera, the PowerShot SX70 HS. Compared to the SX60 that came before it, the SX70 has the same lens but offers a higher resolution EVF, 4K video capture and support for Canon's new CR3 Raw format.
Sony has taken the wraps off of its new 24mm F1.4 GM full-frame lens, which the company claims is the lightest in its class. Despite its fast aperture, the 24mm F1.4 is remarkably light, weighing just 445 grams (15.7 ounces). The lens will set you back $1400 when it ships next month.
In this episode of DPReview TV we take a look at Sony's brand new 24mm F1.4 GM lens, a desirable focal length for many photographers. How does it perform? Chris and Jordan give us their first impressions.
We've had a little time to shoot with Sony's new wide/fast prime, both close to home and on the water in San Francisco. Check out our initial sample images.
Fujifilm released a firmware upgrade for its X-T3 mirrorless camera that addresses issues with distortion compensation and the mechanical lock on SD cards.
British photographic engineer MTF Services is claiming the world’s first third-party lens adapters for the new Nikon Z system with a collection of four units designed to allow cinema lenses to be mounted on the mirrorless full frame bodies.
The X-T3 is our first opportunity to analyze what's likely to be Fujifilm's next generation image sensor. Take a look at how it performs next to the competition in our studio test scene.
Nikon will cease offering Brazil-based customer service and technical support, though the company stresses that it will still offer technical assistance and warranty repairs for valid warranties.
Two years ago, CatLABS of JP announced a plan to save Packfilm from the dead. Now, it's announced it's giving up its efforts to better focus its resources elsewhere.
The GoPro Fusion is designed to make it easy to capture 360-degree video and stills. We took it out recently on a typically hot Seattle summer day to see what it can do.
Canon and Nikon finally entered the full-frame mirrorless market this summer with the brand-new RF and Z mounts. Now that we've had some time with the cameras, we wanted to revisit our earlier predictions and take stock.
Blackmagic Design has announced the public beta of its new Blackmagic RAW video codec. The company says the new format combines the benefits of shooting Raw video with the ease of use and smaller file sizes usually associated with non-Raw video files.
The Atomos Ninja V external video recorder and monitor will be ready to ship at the end of this month. The 5.2in Ninja V is designed to provide a smaller option, while still offering many of the features of the larger 7-inch models.
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