Outdoor Video Recording?

If you are recording from a boat, that is actually the wrong equipment - especially if you are recording migratory birds like ducks geese, and smaller species. When migratory birds are in their migration patters, they are flying at high altitudes that the HDR-SR11 can not lock onto for solid video - especially in a rocking boat. You will need a professional camera with a long zoom and solid optical stabilization. Most of these setups cost several thousand dollars, but there are several affordable options available. The HDR-SR11 will never be stable in your proposed setup. The focus is hard to adjust manually on long zoom with consumer cameras. Plus, a 3 watt light does not provide enough light for that type of video. If you are trying to film this kind of activity in low-light conditions where you need a camera light, forget it. It wo not provide the quality video you need for production. No light will help you in this proposed situation - not even the professional lights. Not to mention, the lights may scare away the birds. A wide-angle lens also wo not help either. If filming underwater, most of these accessories do not apply. This is also an environment where only specific accessories are necessary such as the light and waterproof case, but the light needs to be 100 watt or more so it cuts through the water. If you will be waiting for the birds to break migratory pattern and come down to lower levels to land or roost, then the equipment you chose will work. The wide-angle lens will help you get a large field or lake full of birds into one shot, but you can also do this by panning. You wo not need the light. Also, It is best if you are on solid ground with a very good tripod ($100 or more). You may need to make quick turns with the tripod (as the ducks fly by at 30-50 mph) while maintaining solid video stability. You will also have to limit your filming between daybreak and dusk (after sunrise to before sunset). The biggest thing you will want to do is move up to the Sony HVR-A1 or another professional camcorder. This camera costs at least $500 more, but you will have that money because you wo not need most of the accessories you listed. This is one of the few professional video cameras that is very compact and can be broken down to a form factor similar to the HDR-SR11. The HVR-A1 also one of the rare professional camcorders to include Nightshot infrared capability. This is good if you want to do some short distance shooting in the dark or low-light of sunrise before daybreak - such as recording a host that is explaining the situation. We have used this camera in similar settings to what you describe here, and its capabilities and quality impresses our clients. Other lower priced professional cameras you might want to look into are the Panasonic DVX100 (SD) and Sony HVR-Z1U - both cameras recorded most of the documentary, reality TV, and other cable TV shows you have been watching for the past decade. Also included in this list are the Sony HDR-FX1 (HD), and the Sony VX2100 (SD) - old popular choices for TV and internet news crews. Your most promising option will be the Canon series of GL1, GL2, XL1, and XL2 cameras which have recorded most of the wildlife videos you see on the Discovery Network; specifically the Animal Planet channel. Adjust your setup by picking a proper camera out of the list provided. You will spend a little more money, but it will be worth every cent. You wo not need a light, but you will definitely need a high capacity battery and professional tripod (both available from Amazon.com). You may not be able to afford the waterproof setups for these cameras, but who needs waterproof setups when filming birds in flight? You might also need to get a bigger, more stable boat, or even better, film from land. It normally costs a lot less to film from land than from water. The biggest advantages to the improved setup we propose is not only better quality video, but also a lot less equipment to haul - just camera, tripod, and small bag of lenses and tape. Look in your phone book for your local videographers. Visit them to check out their setups and get their advice. You may also be allowed to try out some of their cameras. Good Luck

1. How To Obtain Traffic Camera Video Footage of Your Car Accident

Was your car accident caught on a highway traffic camera? In this day and age, cameras are everywhere. In fact, you would probably be surprised by the number of video cameras that catch your commute on a daily basis. But how easy is it to obtain a copy of this footage? We've all noticed them: video cameras along highways, at red lights, toll plazas, and even on buses. While there are many reasons why these cameras exist (e.g., law enforcement, monitoring traffic congestion, number plate recognition), understand that the entities which own the cameras are not in the business of finding and providing this footage to the general public, so the ease with which one can retrieve this kind of evidence generally depends on a number of factors. The first thing you will want to take into consideration is the different potential sources of video, and this depends largely on where your accident occurred. Were you at an intersection equipped with red light cameras? Were you on a highway or major thoroughfare? Were there any nearby businesses which may have outdoor surveillance cameras? If you are unsure, look up the location on Google StreetView and consider all possibilities. When it comes to highway traffic cameras and red light cameras, your chances of obtaining a copy of the video without the help of an attorney are unfortunately slim. You are most-likely going to be dealing with a number of public and private entities that have specific requirements when it comes to releasing footage. Some highway traffic cameras are owned by TxDOT while others are owned by the toll authority. Click here for a map of State-owned traffic cameras. There's no harm in asking for a copy of the video, but they will likely deny your request simply because they are not obligated to do so and because they do not want to put the man-hours into tracking down the relevant portion of video. That being said, if you have an attorney (which is ALWAYS recommended if you've suffered an injury), inform them of this potential piece of evidence as soon as possible. Your attorney can issue a subpoena seeking the release of said footage, but it's important to act quickly as these cameras often erase old data after a certain period of time. If you do not currently have an attorney, I would advise that you at least discuss your concerns with an attorney through a free over-the-phone consultation. The advice is free, and if you have a potential personal injury claim, most attorneys will handle your case for no cost to you (on a no-win, no-fee basis). If you have a strong belief that your car accident was captured by a CCTV surveillance camera located on private property (e.g., Walmart, gas station, etc.), you stand a better chance of finding someone who is willing to help. Private businesses also have no obligation to provide this footage to you without a subpoena, but a friendly request can go a long way. Some businesses and larger stores have strict stipulations on how and when they share this video, and if you run into a roadblock, discuss your options with an experienced car accident lawyer. Everyone knows police cruisers are equipped with dash cams, but personal dash cams have also become increasingly popular in the last few years. Be sure to ask any witnesses to the accident if they had a dashboard camera recording. While admittedly a long shot, some people have even stumbled across footage of their accident uploaded to YouTube mere days afterward. If you believe the car crash was caught on a nearby police car's dash cam, you may have to jump through a few hoops in order to obtain the video footage. First, you will have to identify the officer(s) by their name, designation and badge numbers, craft a letter explaining your intent, and then send it to the related precinct, after which you will wait for a response. It is important to note that police dash cams and bus cameras are not always recording. Additionally, due to limited resources, it is not uncommon for these entities to record over older footage. This is why it's so important to act fast when attempting to preserve this vital evidence. Personal dashcams are incredibly cheap nowadays, and if nothing else, this experience should show you that spending $50 on a dash cam now can save you a considerable amount of trouble down the road. If you were injured in a car crash, it's definitely worth your while to at least seek out a free over-the-phone consultation with an attorney in your area. While we understand the urge to want to handle your own case, know that the insurance company will not play nice when it comes to your injury claim. While property-damage-only claims are pretty straight forward, accompanying personal injury claims are not! By hiring an attorney (which, again, will cost you nothing out of pocket), you are ensuring that you have the best chance at a successful outcome. At Rasansky Law Firm, our attorneys will make sure you are not taken advantage of, and will handle your claim from beginning to end. Our job is to make sure you are compensated for every penny you are owed, and we take this responsibility seriously. When it comes to car crashes, time is of the essence. Getting in touch with a good accident attorney from day one will go a long way in collecting relevant evidence, proving negligence, demonstrating the true value of your case, and winning compensation. Please call us today at 1-877-405-4313 for your free consultation.

2. What's the best DSLR camera and lens for filming at a good price?

There are not any because dslr cameras are digital and cannot do filming... they do not use film. However they do record video. And no it's not a generic term... movies is generic because of moving pictures but film is a completely different media so the term does not apply in this case. Actually any of the Canon Rebel line is good. I shoot video with my Canon t1i with pretty good results.

3. Which is better, Xbox 360, or PS3?

I think xbox 360 is better PRO'S: Better graphics. Games like Halo and Gears of War. Game,Video, and Music marketplace. Online play is slightly better. Get DLC's earlier then any other system but that mostly goes for CoD. Achievements (in my opinion i think getting achievements is better then PS3 trophies). CON'S: possibility of RROD. DLC's and arcade games (mostly DLC's) can seem very expensive (microsoft points). Ive always liked the playstation but the PS3 just didnt seem to interesting to me.