August 2009
Beginner to intermediate
288 pages
8h 21m
English
Content preview from Canon® EOS 5D Mark II Digital Field Guide
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Chapter 8. Shooting Video with the 5D Mark II
The most exciting new feature of the 5D Mark II is arguably the ability to capture full 1080p high-definition video clips with sound. This raises the bar for photographers and videographers alike to produce stunning video imagery with a lightweight, compact package that utilizes the wide assortment of excellent Canon optics. Many still photographers who see the potential of this exciting new tool are getting up to speed quickly by working side by side with videographers or signing up for video training.
Several photographers liken this undertaking to learning a new language, which in fact it essentially is — a powerful new language merging audio and video to enhance their storytelling and documentary capabilities and increase the commercial possibilities for traditional still photographers. As the Internet and technology expand — creating more needs for full-motion video — photographers who adapt video skills to their repertoire stand to realize a distinct competitive advantage. For those wondering where the future of dSLR technology is heading, it's already here — and this is it.
Air pockets inside the ice create feather-like shapes in this macro image from a video exploring an ice cave near Trout Lake, Washington. ISO 500, f/22, 1/40 sec., with an EF 24-70mm f2.8L USM lens.
Preparing to Shoot Video
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