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Post by HailtotheKing on May 11, 2003 14:01:56 GMT -5
Here is a question for you guys.... How would you shoot an underwater scene? Has anyone done anything like this before. I heard of the Fish Tank idea, where you can put the camera in and lower the fish tank down. Just as long as you have a big enough fish tank and the water doesn't leak in!  You would have to almost butt the camera up to the glass someone, and still that might not give you a clear picture. Might be fuzzy. I havn't tired this at all. Just wondering what you guys would suggest.  |
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Post by DAD on May 11, 2003 16:00:14 GMT -5
You might be able to build a backwards periscope using optical glass mirrors and shoot everything from the surface without ever going underwater if your scene takes places in a location that is shallow enough to allow this or near a platform the extends over the water. If you're using a camcorder you might be able to build a water tight box for shooting underwater using large pieces of PVC piping and clear lexan plastic but you would need a way to access the IR control to run the camera remotely.
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Post by armagecko on May 19, 2003 21:11:04 GMT -5
You can always build a water-tight box with a glass bottom for "pick-up" shots, but if you're talking about some serious underwater photography (swimmers, fish, etc.), then I would suggest nothing less than buying or renting a professionally-manufactured underwater-housing for your camera. I know this sort of puts a damper on the DIY mantra of low-budget moviemaking, but there's no way I would gamble with an expensive camera. Sometimes you can find professional water-tight equipment on Ebay for a fraction of the retail cost, but I'd be sure and check that the warranty is transferable. Plus, if your shoot is well-planned you can rent these things for a lot less.
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Post by SightsUnseen on May 30, 2003 7:14:14 GMT -5
Renting a rig is cheaper than losing the camera.
This could either be an expensive lesson or
a quick read of the above line...your choice,
but I've seen and heard too many stories of
people being overly confident in trying the "cheap"
route with water being present.
Locations to be aware of:
Anywhere near water, including having cameraman
walking alongside a river...slipping hazzard,
Ocean scenes...salt water in the air alongside sand
Splatter scenes...just plain messy
I'm not saying that you shouldn't go for it but...
play it safe with your gear and take your time
setting up the shot.
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You would have to almost butt the camera up to the glass someone, and still that might not give you a clear picture. Might be fuzzy. I havn't tired this at all. Just wondering what you guys would suggest. 
