Video Camera Lights

what is the difference between LED and Xenon video camera lights?

Can I shoot a decent quality video if I have professional lights and have an cheap miniDV video camera? Can I shoot a decent quality video if I have profesional lights and have an cheap miniDV video camera? What is the technical difference significence? Thanks guys!

What kind of video camera should i get for short films?? I am a beginner and wanna start filming short films except i need a video camera. I dont really know much terminology and need some serious help. I want a camera in which you can film on and then upload it all on your computer and make it on a dvd or something. I have a windows XP so i would need something compatible with that. I only have around $200-$500 to spend on the camera so i need something cheap yet it is a good camera (good sound, video, lighting, etc.) So can anyone help me with what camera i should get?

Why are there what look like video cameras on above traffic lights at main intersections? At most major intersections in Houston Texas, there appears to be video cameras above each traffic light or on each of the four corner support poles. I know the city is contemplating "red light cameras" but the initiative has not been approved. What are these cameras used for? Who monitors them? Can you get a video tape of the intersection to be used for accident investigation?

What is the best light I can use to video indoors with a digital camera? I am going to video several people sitting in a chair indoors with a digital video camera. What type light would I need and would a soft light or fluorescent light bulb work? What watt would I need? Should the light be placed above or below the camera?

What kind of video camera records light, or anything, this beautifully in the dark? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YvN8zFhWn04 Are there any home video camera recorders that can record this nicely or nearly this nicely in the dark?

Red light camera. The video shows me in the right lane making a turn.? I got a notice in the city of Burleson, TX that I ran a red light. The camera video shows me in the far right lane making a turn. When coming to the turn, I slowed down enough to make sure no one was coming into the lane I would be turning into but I will admit I did not technically "stop" at the red light, I'm probably going to end up paying it anyway, but this really burns me up. Is this something worth fighting?

How bright is a video camera light measured in lumins? I want to buy a video light that is measured in lumins (a measurement of light) in the specifications. The specs state that the power of the light is 600 lumins. How can I get an idea of the brightness of this small video light. I am familar with the power of a 10 watt video light and I know that I need somewhat more than that with the new HD camera that I bought. Is 600 lumins equal to about 10, 20 or 30 watts ???? please help .....Thanks Tom G.

Can i get out of a red light video camera ticket that said i went through, but i turned right.....? can i get out of a red light video camera ticket that says i went through an intersection? but i made right turn.... can i use the technicallity of the wording because i didnt go through the intersection, but when i called the lady she said that because i didnt make a full stop i have to pay the 75 bucks, can they just give me this general civil fine?? is a stop and go ticket "or not stopping completely at the red light" the same offense as going through a red light????

Video Camera Lighting.? I use the Canon Power Shot A530 ( digital camera ) for my videos. I know its a digital camera but i think it works pretty good as a video camera aswell. Well anyways, i just started to try to do green screening with this camera. ( My question isnt about green screening ). But when you are keying out the color of your green screen of your ediot you need the screen to remain one color. But my camera changes the color of my green screen because of the lighting i use. I wanted to know if trhere was a way to turn off the feature that ajusts to the lighting. Becasue it makes it SO HARD to key when it ajusts to the lighting. THANKS ALOT

Any tips on video taping Christmas lights? Every year I try to record the Christmas light displays in my neighborhood with my digital video camera, but every year my recordings don't come out very well. They either come out blurry or shaky or with too much contrast (in other words, you can see the lights but nothing else). Any tips? Thanks guys, you rock!

What is the absolute best digital camera around [pictures, video, recording, ect...]? Something hopefully around $600 or $700 but perferably under! And I need something with the full package with camera effects, great lighting, video added, but mostly for pictures!

If a review says the video camera needs good lighting, does that include being outside?? If I want to film outdoors on an island that is overcast almost constantly. One of the reviews for the camera I've been watching says it needs better lighting. If I bought a small extra light source would that help?

Finding ASA of video camera with light meter? I have a JVC GY HD100U camera that I need to find the ASA of. I know it is about 320 in HD mode, but I will be shooting in DV and I forget what the ASA is. I know that using a light meter, one can find the ASA of a camera- how is this done?

Can you turn off the camera light while recording video on the Nokia N81?

What digital camera shoots the best video in low light conditions? I go to bars a lot where they have good bands play. I would like to buy a digital camera, not a camcorder to take video clips. What is the best camera out there? There is usually low light in bars.

Lighting for video camera? Hi, i got a sony video camera recorder and i want to make a clear video. When i record day light outdoor video, it looks nice, clean, and perfect, but when i record in door under flourescent light, the videos show dot dot dot as if the lights aren't bright enough. any idea on how i can go about making indoor videos more clearer?

What is a good camera/video camera to travel with? Next year, my dad is planning to walk the kokoda trail, and I plan to buy him a digital camera/video camera for him to take. I need some help in finding one which will meet his travel needs. It needs to be light weight, take good quality pictures and video. Waterproof (if possible, or, comes with the option of waterproof casing). Any ideas from anyone would be greatly appreciated... batterys would proberbly be the best bet, as when your travelling in the wilderness, you hardly encounter a powerpoint

Buying a decent video camera without spending alot of money? Okay.. I've looked at SO many video cameras but i don't know which one will be right. I'm going to make a short movie and i need a decent camera. The movies just a project and it'd be nice to see it in good quality. I have £200 to spend ($400) but i'd prefer not to spend THAT much on one. It's a horror film so the camera will have to be good in low lighting. Any ideas?

what would u recommend for a video camera? i want a new video camera....here's what i need: a REALLY good zoom, that is gonna be clear NOT fuzzy, a feature that will make it stable even if i shake a little, and i need for it to be small, i need a good light on it, and just basically an all round good video camera that would be easy to take on trips and such. and i dont wanna pay a TON for it! do u guys have any suggestions??? thanx a bunch!

which video camera would you recomend to shot movies in a good level? I want to start a hobby and I'm looking for a video camera in a sufficient level to shot movies that could be showen in tv. I want to know if it should be digital, what are the recommended models and what other stuff I must have (sound light etc.). what is the basic budget I should plan?

What kind of video camera has really good quality? i want a video camera to practice my filmmaking skills but i dont want like a home camcorder. i want it to be professional, something that will work in light, dark, things like that. ideas please?

Do schools get discounts on video equitment and stuff like it? Im just wondering if high schools get large discounts on video cameras and lights and stuff.. I'm wondering because I know teachers get huge discounts on 1000$ programs and things like it..

Which Video camera should I buy for our family? I am looking for a video camera to buy for my teenage daughter (and the rest of the family) who enjoys creating movies on the computer. We had one, but there's no way to get the image onto the computer easily at home, so the new one should record to a memory card or we should be able to feed its data right into the computer. (the old one we could only do that with still shots) It also needs to have good sound quality and work well in low light conditions because I will be using it to record my partner's band's performances and we may use those for promotional purposes. Still shots are not required at all (never used it on the old camera, we've got another camera for that). It also needs to be tripod ready. Finally, it should be a good cost value because I'm not going to spend thousands of dollars on this thing. Any suggestions?

do i have the right to put video cameras, flood lights and warning sign on my property for my protection? An old lady that lives across me came with her friend and started asking me about why i have signs saying smile you are on camera and flood lights on all night and said that it was scaring her. Apparently the reflextion of the flood light is going in her house. Is this ok and do i have the right? the lights are only go on half my driveway. She complains about everything like i parked my car on he side of the street when the carpenter came and all that. The flood lights are small outdoor flood lights like the halogen style.

How do i make my video camera recordings look like cinema movies? Why is it that when i shoot videos with my camera they look different then real movies? I get that they use precise lighting and stuff but films look darker... I have premiere and final pro. does anyone know how i can make my movies look like the pros do any tutorials or anything at all would be helpful. thanks.

I need a new video camera, but what should I get? My old camera is a Hitachi VM-E635LA which uses the old 8MM tapes. I do a weekly "Gear Review" video for the Internet and would like to upgrade as the batteries on the cam are loosing a charge fast and the recording heads are getting fuzzy. I have tried the Sony Handycam mini DV and although the photo quality is great, it is hard to use with the computer. You have to use the software that came with it to transfer the video to the desktop computer for editing and I could not get it to work with my editing software, (Adobe Premiere). I am not sure they make good 8mm cams anymore of if I want a digital over that. I'm lost at what I should get. I'm not even sure what I should set up for a budget for a new camera. I have good lighting and software for editing. I just need a good quality, clear, easy to use camera for my videos. Any help would be great, thanks. If you need any other info just post and I'll add in the details, thanks "go down to the camera store and ask a specialist about what ur after and prices and they can match u to the right one. goodluck" Thanks, yea my brother gets a discount at best buy so if there's one i like that they have at bust buy ill try to get it there. i guess i have to try some out and talk to a few of the guys who sell these cameras all day...

what are the other elements of creating a video except camera, lighting, effects,actors and sounds?

Can flash light be used while taking video with digital still cameras? I tried a couple digital cameras. I was not able to figure out how to turn on the flash light as a lighting source while taking video. Sometimes when I take video with digital camera where lighting is not sufficient, I wish I could turn on the flash light on the camera. On some camera phones, you can turn on the flash light and take video. I wonder do digital cameras have this feature. Or maybe this feature only exist on some newer digital cameras. If so, what is this feature called? What feature should I be looking for when buying a digital camera?

what is the best semi professional video camera out there? hi i am an emerging film maker and have soem projects coming up with making videos for bands and short films and i am looking to upgrade my mini dv and am lookign at a range of £800 to £1700 - what is the best camera that will have attachments for sound light and good quality images? thnaks for yr help

Will be purchasing a camcorder soon, what video camera would be best? We will soon be having children (2) and price is really not a deterrent, so long as the value of the features for the price are worth it. I know there are different types of cameras on the market (HD vs CCD, or digital vs. tape), but what would y'all recommend for a camera that has an easy transfer (memory stick or tape?), is not bulky, will last for awhile (use for the next few years (5 or so)), have consistent features (zoom , quality video), have good light quality? Or what features should I be interested in? As I have a great digital camera- having a still option within the video would not be an important option.

How can I get good light when video taping with a digital camera indoors? My regular light bulbs in my ceiling fan does seem to work good.

What kind of video camera do I need to make a documentary? I have a limited budget and want something small and light. I might even want to "hide" the camera in a bag or purse. There will be outdoor footage, and I want everything to look great when I'm done.

Where can I buy a computer with a built in camera and video? please guide me where to buy a loptop. a light one (1 kg) , book size and with built in camera, video, blue tooth and 2 g

what are the basic equipments for making a shot film. not using cine camera what is the best video option.? i want to buy some equipment to produce some short films. i have $ 7500 and i dont know the best things i can buy on this range. so please help me to buy camera, lighting, sound, tri pods and other cruicial equipments. I dont intending to use a cine camera. is it beta cameras are ideal for my purpose.

VIDEO CAMERA/CAMCORDER question? i wanna get a 6 mp or higher digital video camera or camcorder, that is made for video taping with night vision and maybe a video light for 260 dollars or less any suggestions?!

what is the best video camera for a small time indie film maker to use? I just got into indie film making and would like to know what gear I would need to shoot my film. Specifically what type of video camera, lighting and sound equipment. My budget is only $3,000

Video camera for every day use? I need a video camera that isn't too big, or too small. I don't want the crappy point and shoot thing, i want something that has a light for filming at night. I just need something to film every day stupid stuff and hanging out with friends, it needs to be something i can carry around without it being VERY noticable.

Can infrared lights really distort video camera images?

Can the quality of my video camera effect how well if picks up the green on my green screen? I have this sheet which is a darker green even with allot of light on it, but i am buying a new proper green screen, but i was wondering whether it is my camera's fault for not picking up the green.

What is the best video camera that also let you take still pictures? I just had a baby and I am looking for a light weight camera with the following features. 1. runs on regular batteries 2. allows you to take still picures 3. taked quality video/pictures 4. can tape for at least 60mins.

Anyone know of any good video camera to buy for cheap? I needs a small handy cheap video camera. It has to be able to take good videos indoors in low light. I would really like to buy one for $150 or less. Anyone have any sugestions?

Are there any government jobs for Video Production majors? Title pretty much says it. I would just like to know if there are any jobs federal/state that hires Video Production majors. Camera/lighting/editing.

Is there an attachable night vision or flash light or something for a video camera? like something that fits on the lens or something?

What is the best handheld video camera out there? I wanna take it on trips with me and my friends to haunted places. With a light built in and everything. Thanks for the help With a swivil screen that i can turn

What video camera should I use to shoot in a dim light enviroment without infrared? When I say dim light enviroment I mean a club. I don't like the infrared effect! And I can't use a light bulb to lighten the scene that I'm shooting because it will ruin the club atmosphere... Any suggestions?

Can a dark video taken with my digital camera be lighted? I have found free editing tools like AVS on the internet but if it has a tool for correcting color, I can't find it.

i am looking for a digital camera for under £80 with good battery life and video with sound, any help? i am going away for two weeks and i need a camera. it needs to have good battery life, video with sound, light weight and durable. any ones i should try? the battery should be AA or AAA as there is no powere where i am going