Friday, May 06, 2011

Smartphone Video Tips: Shooting, Editing, and Sharing | PCWorld

First I'll show you how to get rid of the "shaky-cam" effect that makes so much phone-shot video unwatchable. Then I'll recommend a couple of programs for editing your masterpiece. And finally, I'll walk you through posting your work on YouTube.

Keep Your Smartphone Steady
Paul Greengrass used a shaky camera for dramatic effect in his Bourne movies, but the technique also nauseated some audience members. And you really don't want to make your family and friends ill.

Unfortunately, phones aren't designed for smooth camerawork. They don't come with grips that help you hold them steady, or with the sockets necessary to attach them to tripods or to any of the small, portable steadying devices that use the tripod socket.

Nevertheless, the right posture and a little practice can help reduce the shakes. Stand with your feet about shoulder-width apart, bending your knees slightly so that they act as shock absorbers. Rest your upper arms and elbows on your torso. Read More

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