It amazes me that the Canon 5D mk II has been around for 3 years. That is unheard of in the life of a digital camera. I still happily shoot with the 5D MK II every day. The still files are stunning and if Act of Valor is any indication, the video out of the camera is first rate.
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I've always liked time lapse films. They can be a really powerful way to look at things with a fresh perspective. I'm not alone in thinking that. Some of the most popular videos on Vimeo are well constructed time lapse sequences. While I have shot some in the past, they have been sort of accidental, by products of trying to make other pictures.
Lately I've gotten interested in learning how to shoot well made time lapse films. It is learning process for me so here is some of the problems I've worked out.
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above, Band Yakchel, Iran
It often surprises people to find out that I started life as a portrait photographer. I'm well known for my adventure and underground work, but I learned about light and photography by assisting Doug Merriam on portrait jobs.
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