Time lapse, anyone done much with them?
Dec 20, 2023 07:37:11 #
Resqu2
Loc: SW Va
I have been ask to do a time lapse video of a big theatre demo/redo and my main question is how many photos to set my camera to take per minute as my Canon R6ii lets you choose. It seems like it defaults to a photo every 3 seconds but this seems like way too many considering the crew will be working 10hr days.
We basically want to show over 500 seats being removed, taken apart then at a later date all the new seats going back in.
Any advice is much appreciated.
We basically want to show over 500 seats being removed, taken apart then at a later date all the new seats going back in.
Any advice is much appreciated.
Dec 20, 2023 09:15:39 #
I don’t have any recommendations, but assuming a frame rate of 30fps a 10 hour day would give you 15 minutes of video.
Dec 20, 2023 11:33:12 #
How many 10 hour days? If it is very many, you have a big job!
There is a company called "Brino" that makes a timelapse camera aimed at construction companies. Take a look: https://www.brinnostore.com/collections/construction
Even their "low end" $300 version looks usable: https://www.brinnostore.com/products/brinno-time-lapse-camera-tlc300-m-bundle-2023-timelapse-camera-outdoor-construction-jobsite-camera-hdr-fhd1080p-timelapse-camera-with-wall-mount-lcd-screen-extended-battery-life-waterproof-case?currency=USD&variant=42561714815164&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=Google%20Shopping&stkn=0a41a45edeb6&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAvoqsBhB9EiwA9XTWGbZ2li4ypj77_mwrqOITfNEB6fc4RMcjQhwOFhDmv5YO2MMM2ekGrBoCH6sQAvD_BwE
There is a company called "Brino" that makes a timelapse camera aimed at construction companies. Take a look: https://www.brinnostore.com/collections/construction
Even their "low end" $300 version looks usable: https://www.brinnostore.com/products/brinno-time-lapse-camera-tlc300-m-bundle-2023-timelapse-camera-outdoor-construction-jobsite-camera-hdr-fhd1080p-timelapse-camera-with-wall-mount-lcd-screen-extended-battery-life-waterproof-case?currency=USD&variant=42561714815164&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=Google%20Shopping&stkn=0a41a45edeb6&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAvoqsBhB9EiwA9XTWGbZ2li4ypj77_mwrqOITfNEB6fc4RMcjQhwOFhDmv5YO2MMM2ekGrBoCH6sQAvD_BwE
Dec 20, 2023 12:09:11 #
I worked out a Excel time lapse calculator a few years ago. I can email it to you if you send me an address.
Dec 20, 2023 12:29:17 #
Resqu2
Loc: SW Va
bsprague wrote:
I worked out a Excel time lapse calculator a few years ago. I can email it to you if you send me an address.
Love this, very helpful. I’d love a copy if you don’t care. rickm23@icloud.com
Dec 20, 2023 12:34:34 #
Resqu2
Loc: SW Va
bsprague wrote:
How many 10 hour days? If it is very many, you h... (show quote)
The demo part of the project I’m thinking 2 days with a crew of 6-8. It’s the installation of the new seats is my concern.
I was told that’s gonna take the outside company 2 weeks. Not sure if some of that is planning the layout and seat wiring and won’t need filming or what the plan is but I will need to start filming when the seats start going in.
I’d love to grab one of the cameras you linked to but I’d never get it approved and delivered before we start demo on the 28th of this month.
Dec 20, 2023 12:35:00 #
lets see, one pic a minute, thats 60 in an hour and 600 for 10 hours.
broadcast TV is 24 frames per second thats a 25 second clip. if its a 4 day job thats 100 seconds.
is that too much? too little.
personally Id do every 15 seconds. which is 2400 per hour. making a 100 sec video. which you could then shorten
broadcast TV is 24 frames per second thats a 25 second clip. if its a 4 day job thats 100 seconds.
is that too much? too little.
personally Id do every 15 seconds. which is 2400 per hour. making a 100 sec video. which you could then shorten
Dec 20, 2023 12:39:27 #
Resqu2 wrote:
Love this, very helpful. I’d love a copy if you don’t care. rickm23@icloud.com
Sent.
Dec 20, 2023 16:31:07 #
Resqu2
Loc: SW Va
bdk wrote:
lets see, one pic a minute, thats 60 in an hour and 600 for 10 hours.
broadcast TV is 24 frames per second thats a 25 second clip. if its a 4 day job thats 100 seconds.
is that too much? too little.
personally Id do every 15 seconds. which is 2400 per hour. making a 100 sec video. which you could then shorten
broadcast TV is 24 frames per second thats a 25 second clip. if its a 4 day job thats 100 seconds.
is that too much? too little.
personally Id do every 15 seconds. which is 2400 per hour. making a 100 sec video. which you could then shorten
I like the 15 second idea. I’m gonna try to experiment a bit before the 28th. My director would probably like no more than a 4-5 minute video of the entire job.
Dec 20, 2023 16:31:46 #
Resqu2
Loc: SW Va
bsprague wrote:
Sent.
Thank you very much. Hoping I can get sat down tonight and play with that.
Dec 20, 2023 23:21:30 #
I have shot several in camera time lapse videos with a Nikon D850; there is no default frame rate setting in that camera, the operator has to input everything. Things to consider include shifts in lighting during shooting the time lapse; using manual focus and full manual for consistency; and....make sure you have a fully charged battery, among other things. I have shot multiple time lapse videos that typically begin late afternoon and finish well after sunset so know the challenge of the change in lighting. I would practice as much as possible. In my cases it got pretty boring sitting there while the D850 did its business. And overstating the obvious, shoot from a safe and secure location; in my case I was at a park that was open 24 hours a day; safety is a concern these days when you are by yourself and have easily $5K in equipment on a tripod visible for most anyone in the neighborhood to notice.
Dec 21, 2023 06:25:20 #
Resqu2
Loc: SW Va
b top gun wrote:
I have shot several in camera time lapse videos wi... (show quote)
My lighting should be pretty consistent since I will have my camera set up on a stage pointing out towards where the audience would be sitting and all the theatre lights will be on while we work to remove and disassemble over 500 seats. I will be on the crew working so I’ll always be within sight distance of my camera.
Dec 21, 2023 23:39:56 #
Orphoto
Loc: Oregon
Pay attention to your camera power. Will one, in body battery suffice? Access to a grip for double? Potentially AC powered?
Dec 22, 2023 06:35:30 #
Resqu2
Loc: SW Va
Orphoto wrote:
Pay attention to your camera power. Will one, in body battery suffice? Access to a grip for double? Potentially AC powered?
This is one of my unknowns for sure. I’m thinking Christmas Day I’ll just set it up at home and see how long it will run. I have 6 batteries but no grip or AC so I’m anticipating changing batteries and I’m hoping to only have to do it maybe at lunch break.
I don’t care to have to stop the recording and have a bunch of files, I’ll be editing in Final Cut Pro anyways.
Dec 22, 2023 11:45:37 #
Orphoto
Loc: Oregon
If it is likely to be a one battery affair, turn off the review screen so you have minimal battery drain except for laying down the exposed files.
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