Hi I just got word that most likely I will be going on a Fly fishing trip in the spring to film some pros (my step brother and his friend). The video that comes out of it will be entered into a fly-fishing film circuit. My question is what kind of extra gear would I need to spend a week or so in the wilderness. I have a dvx 100b. My concerns are moisture, power, cold, protection of my equipment, etc. Any other advice or people's experience shooting in that environment would be great. Thanks.
Going Fishing
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jambredz
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weather proof cushioned camera bag with silica packettes to protect the camera and absorb moisture. Couple extra high performance batteries. (dvxuser sells some or spec comm). if ur in a rainy place arain coverwould help i guess. good on camera light. (i duno if they fish in the night or watever) Or some battery power lights.
MasterP
Well-known member
A circular polarizing filter is a must have - that way you can film the fish in the water without reflections making it hard to see.
Ideally a submersable camera cover (like these) will save your cam from any unfortunate splashes or dunks (plus let you shoot some underwater footage of the fish being reeled in/landed - just like the pro shows), but failing that (they ain't cheap) get a good rain cover or go down the Deadliest Catch method of food storage bags/rubber bands to prevent splashes or rain
A good on-camera light will help on the early morning and twilight shots and provide fill during the day
Good microphones will go a long way too - Shotgun and if you can spring for it, maybe even lavs on the fishermen.
Keeping a shoulder strap on your camera is always good to give your arms a rest too(especially if you are up to your knees in water and need to do any awkward or fiddly stuff - like getting stuff out of your bag to change tapes/filters etc)
As for power - a Car battery/DC inverter could be worth a look (albeit heavy to lug around) for charging
Maybe see if you can either rent extra DVX batteries or large Anton Bauer batteries with a DVX adapter??
Just ideas though
Ideally a submersable camera cover (like these) will save your cam from any unfortunate splashes or dunks (plus let you shoot some underwater footage of the fish being reeled in/landed - just like the pro shows), but failing that (they ain't cheap) get a good rain cover or go down the Deadliest Catch method of food storage bags/rubber bands to prevent splashes or rain
A good on-camera light will help on the early morning and twilight shots and provide fill during the day
Good microphones will go a long way too - Shotgun and if you can spring for it, maybe even lavs on the fishermen.
Keeping a shoulder strap on your camera is always good to give your arms a rest too(especially if you are up to your knees in water and need to do any awkward or fiddly stuff - like getting stuff out of your bag to change tapes/filters etc)
As for power - a Car battery/DC inverter could be worth a look (albeit heavy to lug around) for charging
Maybe see if you can either rent extra DVX batteries or large Anton Bauer batteries with a DVX adapter??
Just ideas though
Stephen Mick
Totally Usable
I'd worry a little less about the gear, and focus a bit more on the location/trip/story. Look at films by the Trout Bums (AEG Media) and especially Felt Soul Media (The Hatch, Red Gold). There's also a new film out called "Drift" that looks pretty cool. Check out what these guys are doing.
Oh, and yes on the polarizer (get a good one) and get a decent tripod.
--SM
Oh, and yes on the polarizer (get a good one) and get a decent tripod.
--SM
Yes, the story is definitely more important. I just want to make sure I come prepared and keep my equipment safe. I believe we are going to be shooting in the Black Canyon. I checked out the trailers of those videos. Thanks. It turns out I'm neighbors (both on the western slope in colorado) with the Soul Felt Media crew. Thanks for the info. I might have to give them a holler. Today I'm getting together with the Fishermen to go over an outline of what we want to achieve. Also looking for more information on the dry-bag rubber band technique if anyone might know some sites that go over that. Thanks