3 Still Image and Video Capture
2D Image Capture
CIDT used Canon Rebels for taking 2D photos. When taking 2D photos, important items to bring are SD cards (micro and/or standard) and spare batteries, especially for prolonged shooting situations. In some cases, it may be useful to bring a stand for the camera(s).
The photos should be narrow in scope and the area free of obstruction, so that it is clear exactly what is meant to be looked at. Having high-quality lighting and ensuring the subject is in focus are important for any photos, as well. Take into consideration the opinions and needs of the people responsible for editing and producing the VR modules. For example, the background was removed from many images, and they asked that when possible, the item be placed on a solid color to simplify that process.
2D Video Capture
CIDT uses two Canon XA35 camcorders to record most of our 2D videos, and occasionally uses a Canon EOS 80D if we need a third camera.
Whenever we go to record a 2D video on site, we always bring a camcorder, tripod, camera-mounted microphone, lavalier (or lapel) microphone transmitter and receiver, headphones, a DSLR camera (usually the 80D), and any chargers or batteries for every device that needs them.
When we set up in our studio, we mount the camera on a tripod and make sure everything is properly plugged in. Then we put the lapel microphone on the person being filmed and put them in front of the camera. We turn on all our studio lights to ensure the person being filmed is sufficiently lit. We also check the white balance of the camera and make sure the audio is clear and balanced before recording.
360° Image & Video Capture
CIDT used a GoPro Max 360 camera to take 360° photos & videos, so this section will include technical information on that specific camera.
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This button powers on the device. |
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This is the shutter button. Click it to take a picture or video. You will hear a 10-second beeping count down timer for a picture. Video begins immediately. |
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This side of the camera has a battery, microSD card slot, and a USB Type C port for charging the device. |
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This is the battery and charger for the GoPro MAX camera. |
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These are Samsung EVO microSD memory cards, the type of microSD card needed to record and get 360° pictures from the device. |
Initial Video and Image Capture – Procedures
Some initial captures are during a live class, but before or after that, all should have a time with just the instructor so that they can go through the lab / exercise / demonstration / activity in slow motion. Below are the basic steps we practiced.
- Take a 360 image of the room that will serve as the introductory slide.
- Record the instructor giving an introduction to the lab. We recorded this with both the 360 camera and a regular camera, but our intent as of now is to use the regular (2D) video embedded in the 360 room image and after watching, they can teleport to a second slide to see the dem