cappaj1

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Thanks. I use a Canon tape based HV30 hi def camcorder, shoot in auto mode and sometimes set the focus manually so it doesn't hunt and peck but probably didn't in these videos. The camcorder has a eye cup viewfinder not just a flip out lcd screen, which makes it easier to track a plane.
I have a tripod but trying to follow a plane is difficult with a tripod; it's much easier hand held. I will be using a nice heavy fluid head tripod in the future - just a matter of time before I splurge for one as they cost over 100 dollars just for the head. I'm thinking the heavy fluid head with it's damping will make it easier to track. I edit with Corel Videostudio 12 Pro X2. I just starrted last year so should get better as I go.

A two camera shoot would be ideal - one close up view, the other long, then with the video editor a picture in picture could show the second shot and subtitles for each maneuver could be included as well.