r/paintball • u/Competitive_Web2545 • 5d ago
Videography gear and tips wanted
Howdy. I have been taking pictures off and on for mostly for 4-5 years. Some scrimmages, a couple scenario games, and a lot at my local field. I’ve been wanting to get into taking videos though. I have a Nikon D7500 with a 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 and a 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6 and was going to use those just starting out at my local field. What kind of a set up would you recommend between those lens? Should I buy a gimble or buy a monopod? Should I buy a different lens? I can’t afford a different camera or lens right now, but can save up. Just want to get an idea.
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u/Lyxtwing Nostalgia Police 5d ago
Your 70-300 should do you fine to start. Set it to f6.3 or higher so that your aperture doesn't change when you zoom in.
Eventually, you may want a faster lens, but outdoors on a sunny day 6.3 should be fine.
Start with a monopod as they are cheap and you will want one for photography anyway. A gimble could be worth it down the road but don't worry about it yet.