Using a tripod for better video
It is recommended that you use a tripod or mounting bracket whenever possible. This is especially important when performing tight zooms and when videotaping moving objects. Camcorder shake is not only annoying but it can, in extreme cases, cause your viewers to experience motion sickness.
Even those camcorders with elelectronic image stabilization will perform better when mounted on solid footing. While shaky footage and off-level shots may be appropriate for music videos, they can make footage look amateurish. This is not to say, however, that *all* your shots should be (or can be) made from a tripod. Some camcorder movement will make your video more appealing by adding a sense of urgency and reality. A quick-release tripod mount will allow you to easily get your camera on and off the tripod should you need to move quickly. Remember just because your camcorder is on a tripod doesn not mean you should walk away from it. All it takes is a sudden gust of wind or a clumsy person to send your camcorder toppling over. Ideally, you should set your tripod at the lowest possible height necessary to get the shot. Doing so makes it less susceptible to wind sway. It should be noted here that all tripods are not created equal. If you have the money it is definitely worth investing in a quality fluid head tripod. The fluid head, as its name implies, provides fluid (smooth) movement during panning and tilting. You will really appreciate this feature when trying to videotape while fully-zoomed.
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