Monday, October 9, 2017

An Overview Of Aerial Cinematography Canada

By Angela Graham


Without a doubt, the technological changes witnessed over the past few years have been of great benefit to the film industry. In the past, one had to rely on cameras on the ground to capture still shots and videos. Today, drones make it possible to produce shots from angles that were once improbable. There are many companies that specialize in aerial cinematography Canada.

There are different reasons why clients hire them. A typical client can be a broadcasting house looking for good aerial shots for its live productions. Many modern movies and TV series also get their multi dimensional shots from drone footage. Other sectors that few know regularly use this technology are the advertising, land survey and music production sectors.

The gear used to make films varies depending on the kinds of films required. A low altitude camera is the most appropriate for recording a commercial, TV show or feature film. If you are looking to survey a large piece of property, your best option would be a high altitude camera. Your requirements are what should eventually guide your service provider to use the correct equipment.

One mistake you are likely to make if you are new to this kind of filming is enlisting a firm that is unrecognized by the TCCA. The federal institution is the only one that is legally mandated to regulate the aviation industry. Therefore, ensure your chosen firm and its personnel have the requisite license to operate in the area.

Insurance is also something you need to consider when selecting a service provider. If you are simply going to rent the equipment, it would be comforting to know that it is insured. The cameras used for such work are often costly. If you damage one, you do not want to have to buy a new one outright.

During your vetting of service providers, you should check whether the company you prefer hires qualified drone operators or pilots. Some companies only require their employees to pass written tests. An inexperienced person is likely to do sub par work and give you zero value for money. The best companies always employ experienced and licensed personnel.

Once licensed, a firm is often given permission to offer its services over a specific geographical region. For example, you may be fined or imprisoned for filming over Toronto while your licensing details indicate you should film in another area. To avoid trouble with the authorities, ask about this aspect before reaching an agreement with your service provider.

The cameras used for production are often well known brands. They include the Alexa Mini, Red Weapon 8K S35, Red Dragon, Red Raven and the Black Magic 4K Production Camera. If you engage a reputable company, there is no doubt it will have these cameras in its inventory.

The fee you pay will be determined by your scope of work. Complex projects like documentaries usually cost more to film than commercials. In this regard, ask the firm to give you a quote in advance.




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