HDSRL Recording Primer – Which Microphone To Use?

If you made the switch from stills to video and are now using your DSLR as a video camera, you probably already know that aside the change in the way you capture visuals, you now also have to deal with audio.

Audio, as photography, is complete world on its own and it demands the same level of training and expertise. Starting with what gear to buy – microphones, recorders, cables (yes! more gear! yes!) through what gear to use for each scenario. Sounds familiar?

Fenchel & Janisch have a great tutorial that goes through the basic microphones and how each one effects the noise, ambiance and directionality of voice. Hit the jump for the full video.

H/T to Sam for the link.