HANDHELD VS. TRIPOD CAMERAWORK
Why You Should Use a Tripod
Ceremonies may be really long, and a tripod can keep your picture rock steady the entire time. You can pan to quickly follow action as it shifts to different parts of the room to cover various readers, singers, and parts of the ceremony. It’s much easier on the back and knees. Your hands can be free to write, signal an assistant, or swap out media cards. You can tilt and pan smoothly around the room or just chill and relax a little when the action is stationary.
Why You Should Go Handheld
Rock steady can be boring and formal. Handheld is much more dynamic, personal, and subjective. As ...
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