Moving the Camera
How quickly you can move a camera around depends on the type and design of the mounting you are using. Even if the camera itself Is lightweight, repositioning its pedestal smoothly may take some effort.
Camera moves
Although camera operators get used to coping with various operational problems, it’s as well for the director to know how they can affect techniques.
•It can take time and effort, to start and stop a heavy camera mounting. So smooth rapid repositioning may be impracticable.
•It is easier to push/pull a- pedestal or rolling tripod, in a straight line (dollying) than to arc round a subject in a curved track, or to move sideways (truek/crab).
•Pedestals have three tired wheels. For general movement or curved tracks ...
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