Introduction to Cameras/Health&Safety

Today we were given an induction on how to use the video cameras and any other equipment that is usually used with them as well as health and safety regulations.



Firstly, we were shown how to insert memory cards and batteries into the camera. Following this, we were shown how to use and switch between digital and manual focus. Finally, we were shown how to turn on the camera, record and playback.







The tripod is basically a stand for the video camera which improves the quality of the sequences in the sense that it reduces the handheld effect.

We were taught how to stand up the tripod and edit its height. We were also taught how to fit the camera onto the tripod and how to lock it in place.

The health and safety regulations we learned were basically :
-keep water/liquids away from the electricals
-carry the equipment carefully
-take out two batteries with you incase you need it so you don't lose your work
-transfer your work to your hardrive