this is VERY similar to what we do. Only difference is that we use 4 cameras minimum. Also LOVE that you mentioned that the 180 rule changes once the ceremony actually starts after the processional! Great video!

@HowToFilmWed

15 күн бұрын

Thanks! I'm glad to know I'm doing something right 😂 I always wanted to do 4 ceremony angles, but never pulled the trigger on that extra body.

I wish I would have known this info 15 years ago... Great video my dude

@HowToFilmWed

16 күн бұрын

Same! Thanks, buddy.

As a solo shooter I use 4 cameras. So the bride cam is set up already before the processional. I use the gimbal camera the same way, and it also leaves me with a camera to get reactions of the front row during vows etc.

@HowToFilmWed

15 күн бұрын

I've gone back and forth so many times if a 4th camera is worth it. It would be super helpful to have, however I never wanted to spend the extra money on a camera I would use for just a few shots on the ceremony. Love those reaction shots during the ceremony, though.

This is excellent. Thank you for sharing! Now, I'd love to see how you capture a Jewish Ceremony.

@HowToFilmWed

16 күн бұрын

That's a great idea, and thank you!

This video is perfect! I love all the video examples you give and the 180 rule is so helpful

@HowToFilmWed

16 күн бұрын

So glad it was helpful!

I’ve been using three so far and have everything locked off. But I love the idea of a gimbal for you to add that small movement!!I have been wanting to add a process to get more reaction shots from family and guests.

@HowToFilmWed

14 күн бұрын

If you can find something that works for you, this would add a lot!

3 cameras is my limit as a solo shooter. I tried 4 as a solo and that’s way too much. This was a great video showing the movement of the 180 line.

@HowToFilmWed

14 күн бұрын

I've tried 4 a couple of times - not for me!

Interesting that you shoot the ceremony with only 3 cameras. I'm doing 5 right now; two identical bride and groom cameras on opposite sides, a 70-200 straight down the aisle, a wide angle at the back off to the side, and then I fly around with my 24-70. And I've even considered picking up another camera solely just for reactions in the front row. I just want to make sure my couples are getting every angle they could want but sometimes I wonder if I've gone overboard lol. I'm solo too so its a lot to set up by myself (I mic everybody up and get the DJ feed too).

@HowToFilmWed

15 күн бұрын

Seems like a lot, but if it works for you - do it! I decided that I wanted to be as minimal during a ceremony where it was possible to get everything that I needed, therefore 3 cameras.

This is so informative! Do you have tips for those who are mostly shooting solo, but would like to incorporate that 3rd camera?

@HowToFilmWed

14 күн бұрын

If you'd like to add a 3rd as a solo shooter you're going to have to find out which angles you want to be unmanned. I would probably have an unmanned camera as a reaction at the front. After the groom gets to the front get that camera locked off. I'd then move and get the up the aisle shot of people walking down. If you want to add in a gimbal as your 3rd I would hold off on adding this until the main part of the ceremony starts. Hope that helps!

Exactly how did it, until I sold my gimbal. But I might be picking one up again...

@HowToFilmWed

15 күн бұрын

Where in the world would you get an idea you don't need a gimbal?? 🤣 Sorry if I contributed to that decision and you regret it.