1.02 The Gear Guide

Shooting B Roll

Greg highlights the considerations every filmmaker should have in mind to ensure good coverage for their documentary.

Filmed on Lumix G by Panasonic
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B-roll is an important part of the storyteller’s toolbox and it is important that B-roll and your main footage link together seamlessly. The broadcast-ready codec and intricate control you have over how the GH5 footage looks, means you can easily capture B-roll footage that matches that from your primary cameras – without providing additional work for your editor.

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Camera Basics

Greg runs through the basics of setting up your camera and choosing your lenses.

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Lighting

Greg takes us through a few essential basics that should ensure your documentary is lit.

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Shooting B Roll

Greg highlights the considerations every filmmaker should have in mind to ensure good coverage for their documentary.

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Shooting From A Car

Shooting from a car is a great way to bring dynamic images to your film. Greg advises how to achieve the best shots.

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Sound

If you don’t have sound, you don’t have a film. Greg gives us the lowdown on recording sound for a documentary.

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The Gimbal

A gimbal can elevate the production value of your shots, but it brings challenges. Greg gives a demo with the Lumix GH5.