Browsing Archive: March, 2013

In production

Posted by Corne Scheepers on Friday, March 29, 2013,

Above: Filming master pianist Lukas Vondracek in Bloemfontein for an upcoming documentary

This month is speeding to an end and if I could I would have added a couple more days to the end of it just to get everything done! March 2013 has by far been one of the most productive months in MFM's history with a number large projects for different clients currently in production.

Vondracek

Above: Lukas Vondracek (image: http://www.theguideistanbul.com)

I had the pleasure this week of filming master pianist ...

Remote control...from your phone

Posted by Corne Scheepers on Friday, March 15, 2013,

This is nothing new, but it is still really cool isn't it? Remote control via the GoPro Wifi back and the official Android app. Close-to-realtime preview at 720p25. I can't wait to get my hands on a Hero3 Black with built-in Wifi though. The extra backs really do add bulk and weight to camera especially when you mount it on a helmet.

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My compact GoPro stand

Posted by Corne Scheepers on Saturday, March 2, 2013,

Above: Some useful support for the GoPro...Manfrotto Compact tripod

I'm a bit of a snob when it comes to camera support...my primary stand is an uber-expensive imported Miller DS20. Shameful, I know. Having been forced to use dirt cheap Manfrotto tripods during previous employment I...well, hate the brand ("Hierdie f&%#!!n ding is vrot!").

But this little compact model caught my eye today and it is perfect for the GoPro. It folds up small and straps to the side of the camera bag and i...