Videography – Recording at Night with Crowds

• Camera – Action
• Tripod
• Tripod extension to get over heads of crowd
• Clamp on Phone holder to see what’s being recorded
• Extra Batteries

Gear List

1. Action Camera
   • Your GoPro (or similar) with excellent low-light performance.
   • Extra batteries and memory cards. Nighttime shooting and high resolutions consume power and storage quickly.
2. Stabilization Tools
   • Gimbal for smooth shots if your camera supports it.
   • Handheld tripod or monopod for static, steady shots.
   • Tripod extension to shoot over crowds
3. Lighting
   • Small, dimmable LED light for crowd reaction shots (ensure it’s not intrusive).
4. Audio
   • External microphone for capturing crowd reactions or commentary.
   • Windscreen for the mic to reduce noise.
5. Accessories
   • ND filters for creative light trails if applicable.
   • Waterproof housing if the event might involve mist or fireworks.
   • Clamp on phone holder to see camera view when shooting over crowds with tripod
   • Backpack with quick access
   • Battery pack to charge camera and batteries
   • Suction cup mount to video driving shots

Camera Settings

• Resolution and Frame Rate: 4K at 24fps or 30fps for detailed video.
• Shutter Speed: Aim for twice the frame rate (e.g., 1/50 or 1/60 for 24fps/30fps).
• ISO: Start at 400 and increase as needed, but avoid going too high to minimize noise.
• White Balance: Set manually to avoid color shifts under artificial lights.
• Color Profile: Flat or LOG for post-production flexibility.
• Stabilization: Enable your camera’s built-in stabilization, especially for handheld shots.
• Osmo Action 5 Settings: 4K/16:9, 60fps

Shots

• B-Roll
• Crowd reaction
• Establishing shots
• Pans of crowd

Shots to Capture

1. Establishing Shots
   • Wide shots of the crowd and venue to set the scene.
   • Focus on any event banners, lights, or unique landmarks.
2. Drone Show
   • Wide-angle shots capturing the entire formation.
   • Close-ups of intricate patterns using zoom or digital crop in post-production.
3. Crowd Reactions
   • Faces of spectators reacting to the show.
   • Group shots of applause and cheering.
4. Creative Shots
   • Slow panning and tilting for dynamic movements.
   • Time-lapse or hyper-lapse of the event buildup and departure.
5. Detail Shots
   • Hands clapping, children pointing, or reflective surfaces catching the drone lights.

Equipment List

DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Adventure Combo, Action Camera 4K with 1/1.3″ Sensor, 12h Extended Battery Life with 3 Batteries, Stabilization, Dual OLED Touchscreens, Mini Action Camera for Travel, Vlog

DJI Mic 2, Wireless Lavalier Microphone, Noise Cancelling, 48kHz 32-bit Float Internal Recording, 820 ft.(250m) Range, 18H Battery with Charging Case, Microphone for Camera/Phone, Vlog, Streaming

PoP voice 2Pcs Professional Lavalier Lapel Microphone 3.5mm Mic Compatible with DJI Mic/Rode Wireless GO Transmitters for Smartphone Camera,Mini Mic for YouTube,Interview,Video,Broadcasters

hohem iSteady V3 Gimbal Stabilizer for Smartphone, AI Tracker Fill Light,Detached Remote,Built-in Tripod Extension Rod,2024 Upgraded 3-Axis Phone Gimbal Foldable Stabilizer for iPhone Android(Black)

EUCOS 62″ Phone Tripod, Tripod for iPhone & Selfie Stick Tripod with Remote, Extendable Phone Tripod Stand & Travel Tripod, Solidest Cell Phone Tripod Compatible with iPhone/Android

Crescendo CR-30 SlimClip Mic Stand Phone Holder, iPhone Clamp Mount, Pole Phone Mount, Microphone, Music or Drum Stand, Mic/Phone Clip – for iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Pixel, Any Smartphone (Grey)

Flymile Carrying Case for DJI OSMO Action 5 Pro/4/3, Portable Storage Bag for GoPro/Insta360 Ace Ace Pro, PU Hard Shell Travel Case with Wrist Strap & Carabiner Kit Accessories(Black)

Smatree Baseball Hat with Quick Release Buckle Mount Compatible for G*Pro 13/12/11/10/9/8/7/6/5/4/3 Plus/3/2/1/DJI OSMO Action 4/3/2 Cameras, Wool Material (L 58-60cm) Black

NEEWER Mini Metal Tripod, Table Stand, Desktop Compact Tripod Compatible with Crane M2, Smooth Q2, Gimbal Grip Stabilizer and All Cameras

NEEWER Super Clamp with 3″ Dual Ballhead Magic Arm, Cold Shoe, 1/4″ Threads, Phone/Action Camera Mount Adapter for Desk Tripod Tube Crossbar Gimbal Rods Compatible with SmallRig GoPro DJI, ST83

NEEWER 6″/15.2cm Camera Suction Cup Mount with Ball Head Magic Arm, Metal Suction Cup Mount on Car Windshield Dash for Camera/Action Camera/Phone Holder, with 1/4″ & 3/8″ Mounting Holes for ARRI

HUNTPAL Portable Shooting Stick Rifle Shotgun Shooting Tripod Gun Rest for Table Bench Shooting, Adjustable Compact Aluminum Construction Shooting Stand Gun Holder with 360° Rotation V Yoke

Waterproof Housing Case for DJI OSMO Action 5 PRO 4 3 https://a.co/d/hxA9NOI

Elonbo Carrying Case for DJI Osmo Mobile 6 Smartphone Gimbal Stabilizer, OM 6 Portable Handheld Foldable Built-in Extension Rod 3-Axis Phone Gimbal Tripod Travel Storage Protective Bag, Black

Camera Monopod, Professional 33.5-108cm/13.2-42.5in Aluminum Alloy Monopod Universal 1/4Screw Tripod Extension Rod for Tripod Monopod Length Extension

Universal 1/4Screw Tripod Extension Rod for Tripod Monopod Length Extension https://a.co/d/8JUs5zb

1/4″ Male to 1/4″ Male Tripod Screw https://a.co/d/6Bi1UlG

PCTC 2PCS Magnetic Adapter Mount Compatible for DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro 4/3 Quick Release Adapter – DJI Accessories,Attachable Tripod, Selfie, Vlogging

HSU Basic Adapter Grab Bag for GoPro, Including Quick Release Buckle Mount, J-Hook Buckle Mount, 3-Way Pivot Arms, Tripod Mount, 1/4 inch 20 Mount, Curved Extension arm and Thumbscrews（13Pcs）

CamKix Head & Backpack Mount Bundle Compatible with GoPro Hero 13, 12,11, 10, 9, 8,7, 6, 5, Black, Session, Hero 4, Black, Silver, Hero+ LCD, 3+, 3, DJI Osmo Action

CYNOVA DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Screen Protector for DJI Action 5 Pro Accessories, Ultra Clear Tempered Glass Screen Protector with 2 Pack Silicone Lens Cover, Anti Scratch, Bubble Free, Ultra Resistant

Mini Ball Head, ULANZI H28 Panoramic Tripod Head + Dual Hot Shoe Mount DSLR Camera Mount Adapter Photograph Attachment Accessories for Action Cameras Cam Smartphone Light Microphone Loading 5.5lb

Portable Charger with Built in Cables, Portable Charger with Cords Wires Slim 10000mAh Travel Battery Pack 6 Outputs 3 Inputs 3A Fast Charging Power Bank for Samsung Google Pixel LG Moto iPhone iPad