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Posted On: 30-12-2009 |
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Blog Video Couple with Text Based Blogs Expands InterestWhile
you can find and use various low-priced tools for podcasting, the same
is not necessarily true concerning tools used for video blogging. You
essentially need two tools: Audio and Video editing software and a
digital video camera.
Depending on what you plan for your
video blog, you may be able to get away with using a reasonably priced
webcam - means that it is less expensive than a digital video camera.
It doesn't mean that you should choose the most inexpensive webcam on
the market. If you go with a webcam, choose a top of the line webcam.
Note that with a webcam, you will in practice be committed to shooting
your video from one place all the time. This is really only a good
option if you know that this will be the case, and that the video will
always be just of you, sitting in front of your camera.
For better results, you should actually consider purchasing a quality digital camera. Digital cameras
range in price, features, and certainly in quality. Normally, the more
features and better quality you receive, the more you can expect to
pay. As a business video blogger, however, this expenditure should be
considered an investment in your business.
You do not have to
purchase top of the line equipment, but you do not want to purchase
your digital camera from the bargain bin either. When you start
shopping, take your time. Try out several cameras to find out which one
is going to be the right one for your purposes.
There are
specific things that you will want your digital video camera to have.
You will be presented with a many of features, but one thing that you
want to keep in mind is that a single chip camera will do - you do not
need a three chip camera for video that will be used on the web.
You
may want to consider buying a second-hand camera. You can visit an
online auction site, or even your local pawn shops to find quality,
used video cameras. If budgeting is a matter, this will most likely be
your best option, since digital video cameras start at around $650.
There are some add-ons that you will want to buy as well, including a
case for your camera, and a tripod. A tripod is very important, since
it will often determine whether or not you produce a quality video.
Remember
that there are hundreds of add-ons that you can purchase, but unless
you are planning to become a professional videographer, you really won't need most of these things.
Keep in mind that a great majority of video bloggers use simple webcams
for their videos - not considering of how limiting it can be - just
because they do not see their way clear to spending big bucks for
professional video equipment. Start as cheaply as you can, and upgrade
as you see a need for upgrades later.
Whether you use a
digital video camera or a webcam, you will find that you will need to
use it some in order to learn exactly how to get the quality of video
that you want. This may mean adjusting the settings on the camera, or
adjusting the brightness in the room that you are shooting your video
in.
Make sure that your webcam - camera or otherwise - comes
with documentation that tells you how to operate it. This will be a
concern when purchasing used equipment.
You will also need video editing software. You can use the same Video and Audio creation and editing software.
If
you are buying a new digital video camera, it may go together with
editing software as well. Though, much of the software that is
distributed in such a way is usually either very complicated to use, or
not worth figuring out because it is too limited. Be prepared to buy
your editing software separately.
That's actually all that you
need. You can have all of the needed tools for as little as $50, or as
much as thousands of dollars, depending on what you buy. Again, do not
go 'all out' in the beginning.
Start as economically as you
can, and upgrade later. There is no reason to shell out hundreds or
thousands of dollars when you are just getting started.
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