Lewis Taylor Media Blog: January 2016

Friday 8 January 2016

.mts Files

I originally thought that the higher quality option for the camera wouldn't be compatible with iMovie but due to updates on the programme .mts files now work so I don't have to download a third party file converter.

Improving Camera Quality

After doing test recordings I decided that I wasn't happy with the quality of the picture so I researched ways to improve it. From this we found out that AVCHD produced better video quality but the default setting was motion JPEG as it was more compatible with other devices and would take up less space on the SD card as you can see from the table above. I switched over to AVCHD to be able to record in 1080p as opposed to 720p.

Target Grade - A

To achieve my target my research, planning and evaluation must be detailed, effectively communicated and presented digitally, using a wide variety of formats. I need detailed
research into similar products and target audience and to show the process of planning by including excellent work on shotlists, drafts, storyboards, scripts, locations and props. I need to show full evidence of the research and planning informing the construction process. My
evaluation must reflect my excellent understanding of forms and conventions, an understanding of the use of new media throughout the stages of production, the way my ancillary and primary tasks combine effectively. There will be an excellent understanding of the significance of audience feedback. My production work, across the formats, will demonstrates excellent creativity and imagination as I seek to make them as convincing as possible and it will also reflect my mastery in technical skills such as controlled use of the camera, attention to framing, variety of shot sizes, close attention to mise-en scène, appropriate transitions and use of sound.