Advice for Video shooting on delivering baby

[PinkDevil]

Dear All,

My wife will be due soon and I am planning to do a video with my DSLR. I notice that while it can make very nice video with nice effects that normal compact video mode cannot attain, the process itself is quite different.

I do have two lens for this so which is a better lens to take video? 50mm f1.8 or 16-85mm f3.5-5.6? I am leaning towards the zoom lens because of the zooming capability for more versatility but not sure if the f3.5-5.6 will be of any hindrance to correct exposure.

Any other advice will be greatly appreciated.

 

[eleveninth]

Dear All,

My wife will be due soon and I am planning to do a video with my DSLR. I notice that while it can make very nice video with nice effects that normal compact video mode cannot attain, the process itself is quite different.

I do have two lens for this so which is a better lens to take video? 50mm f1.8 or 16-85mm f3.5-5.6? I am leaning towards the zoom lens because of the zooming capability for more versatility but not sure if the f3.5-5.6 will be of any hindrance to correct exposure.

Any other advice will be greatly appreciated.

What kind of video. artistic, candid. Will u be bringing sliders and a tripod with fluid head in or a video tripod?



lol. Anyway I'd say go with the 50 and keep it simple, ultimately I rather you be enjoying the moment rather than concentrating on filming and about what settings your camera should be in.

 

[catchlights]

go check out the restriction on photo / video taking in delivery suite first.

 

[PinkDevil]

I will be doing it handheld. We were encouraged to bring a camera in the list of things to bring so I guess it will be for taking a video of the process. Not much restriction but tripod and sliders etc are a no no I think less they hinder with their work.

Any simple settings without much effect will do. Like you said, I would rather emphasize on enjoying the delivery than to fiddle with settings and pulling my hair out.

 

[kandinsky]

I'm not sure about the actual process (you should know if you attended prenatal classes), but if you're there to support your wife (e.g., hold her hand), you'll be right next to her, I imagine the wider option will serve you better. If it's a cropped sensor, you may find the 50 too tight (what's the size of the delivery room?), and difficult to shoot handheld (esp if you only have one free hand).

Head-mounted gopro perhaps? :bsmilie:

 

[PinkDevil]

I'm not sure about the actual process (you should know if you attended prenatal classes), but if you're there to support your wife (e.g., hold her hand), you'll be right next to her, I imagine the wider option will serve you better. If it's a cropped sensor, you may find the 50 too tight (what's the size of the delivery room?), and difficult to shoot handheld (esp if you only have one free hand).

Head-mounted gopro perhaps? :bsmilie:

I also thought that the 50mm might be too tight. I am also worried that the 16-85mm will not be fast enough. Need to check with hospital see can put tripod or not.

Dont plan to buy anymore accessories. My wife will kill me.

 

[eleveninth]

I also thought that the 50mm might be too tight. I am also worried that the 16-85mm will not be fast enough. Need to check with hospital see can put tripod or not.

Dont plan to buy anymore accessories. My wife will kill me.

I wasn't serious about the slider/tripod. def not allowed lol.

 

[hamanoshun]

Enjoy the moment. It's something you and your wife will always have.

That aside, the zoom for versatility, but indoors f3.5-5.6 may be an issue depending on how strong the indoor lighting is.

Alternatively go rent a 24 1.4 or 35 1.4 for the big day.

 

[catchlights]

when you are in deliver suite, your role is a husband, a father to be, not a a photographer/videographe, never never forget this.

when you don't do your part as a photographer/videographer, nobody will fault you.

but if you don't do your part as a husband, be prepare to be nagged for the rest of your life.


anyway, the midwife will prompt you when to take video/photos. Just Follow the Law (instructions).

 

[sachokphantom]

Hi Bro, congrats on your new born. I was like you last year and post question in here as well. http://www.clubsnap.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1085103

In the end, all the ideas of taking photos did not end the way I want it to be. My wife was in pain and with my left hand holding her hands and right hand pulling her right leg. Bro, do enjoy the moments of the process because during that time, she need you more for support.

Cheers.

 

[PinkDevil]

I seem to come to the conclusion to focusing on being with her for the whole of the delivery and put the videoing aside. Unless I can place a tripod and video the process, I don't think I should do it then.

I saw a friend's video on s wife's delivery and it was quite clear and nice. Probably because it's c section and the hubby got nothing much to do. Thank you everyone for the time. Appreciate it.

 

[daniyal]

Just sharing my personal experience.

Firstly, they do not allow videography so I had to sneak in my GoPro. I had to lie every time the hospital staff asked. My idea of shooting the whole experience with the DSLR is a no go. I had to shoot with my freaking 3 year old OMNIA 2 as well.

Secondly, I already placed my GoPro in a secret hidden place. A good shot of me and my wife and the nurses and the doctor. When the time came, I totally forgot about the GoPro.

Third, die-die I want to make a video. Here it is >>> http://vimeo.com/56354272
** Hope it could give you another approach on how to capture your experience.

Another option, is to engage a videographer and seek approval from your doctor. This way, you will not bother so much about videoing. But then again, it depends on your wife whether she is comfortable with the videographer around.

Lastly, congratulations Bro!

 

[PinkDevil]

Just sharing my personal experience.

Firstly, they do not allow videography so I had to sneak in my GoPro. I had to lie every time the hospital staff asked. My idea of shooting the whole experience with the DSLR is a no go. I had to shoot with my freaking 3 year old OMNIA 2 as well.

Secondly, I already placed my GoPro in a secret hidden place. A good shot of me and my wife and the nurses and the doctor. When the time came, I totally forgot about the GoPro.

Third, die-die I want to make a video. Here it is >>> http://vimeo.com/56354272
** Hope it could give you another approach on how to capture your experience.

Another option, is to engage a videographer and seek approval from your doctor. This way, you will not bother so much about videoing. But then again, it depends on your wife whether she is comfortable with the videographer around.

Lastly, congratulations Bro!

Hi Daniyal,

Really thank you for sharing your video. It gave me a whole new idea of how I can do this whole thing easily without tripod.

Bringing a camera into the suite is definitely not a problem for me because it's on the list of things that we need to bring to the hospital.

What I will do is take short clips of highlights and then make it into a video like what you do. I particularly like the shot from floor into the delivery suite.

What software did you use for your editing? It is really well done. The blend of the background music not overpowering the actual sound. Now I need to learn something new again.

Once again, really appreciate your video. Thanks!!

 

[Bamboopictures]

Have you ever had a dream of a past event so real, you thought you had travelled back in time and was re-living it. Even when you woke, you did could not believe it was a dream or perhaps you thought the event happened minutes ago?
Well if you like to have a dream like that, stop fiddling with a camera and experience the moment with all your senses. A video / photograph is a poor substitute for a lifetime of memories.

 

[daniyal]

PinkDevil>>> I am using Premiere Pro.

By the way, BambooPictures have said similar things to me before, "Don't be a Videogapher, Be a Daddy". There are many instances during the process I did not capture. It is either too personal and my wife needs me! I pulled the handbrake because of what BambooPictures said. Thank God, if not, I will get a kick in the face by my wife.

Just sharing, when the time comes or nearing or it is coming, you have to put on a lot hats and you will not have enough hands. You better NOT to hold your camera on one hand.