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Originally posted by punkworld
I was thinking about using the Canon 10D or 300D for pics and the Canon XL1S for vids, should the quality of that be good enough?
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I can give you advice on the technical aspects of the production - I'll give a few pointers here, if you need more - contact me via ICQ.
GENERAL
ALL of the tech problems that I see on most amateur sites have to do with LIGHTING. Yeah, you get a 10D and a Canon XL1S and just because they are PRO-level (at least for adult work) you think you'll be fine. Believe me that was a vey big shock to me too.
My advice is RENT decent lights - a Softbank (Chimera) is a must! They're pretty cheap to rent and are pretty intuitive to use. For beginners I suggest reflecting the open-faced lights (like Lowel DP) from the walls or the ceiling for some soft ambient light. Add the SOFTBANK for some highlight.
PHOTO
My 2 cents is to BUY a decent point-and-shoot camera if you don't have previous photographic experience. You run a much higher risk of getting a LOT of junk photos until you get it right with 10D. The controls will also distract you from your main job - shooting amateur porn
VIDEO
Canon XL1S sucks. I'm only half-kidding here. It's heavy, bulky and you pay for stuff you don't really need. I have found that SONY VX2000/2100 is a far superior choice. Rent them both and see which ones works for you.
The SONY has the following advantages: better resolution (as in more pixels on the CCD), MUCH better low-light capability, and better handling. Also the SONY has an LCD display which is of incredible importantce when you try to get that pussy between his legs on focus without breaking your neck.
Always white-balance before each scene and set the zebra to 75% and balance for skin tones.
You should get something like this as a result from these simple tips:
Enjoy it
