Q. Will the video equipment be distracting during the ceremony?

A. Because video equipment is compact and silent, the most important consideration here is whether or not the videographer has the skill to avoid intruding on the ceremony. We feel strongly that both the ceremony and reception should be recorded in an unobtrusive manner as possible. For example, the videographer(s) should not move about once the ceremony begins.

A. Most people are concerned about the use of flood lamps during the wedding service, and we strongly agree that use of such lighting is not appropriate during the ceremony. We use ultra-light sensitive professional cameras which can produce images in all but the most dimly-lit interiors without video lights.

Q. We want to be sure that our vows can be heard on the video. Will this be possible if the camera is placed away from the altar?

A. If the ceremony were to be recorded with using the camera's built-in microphone, your vows would most likely be inaudible. These microphones lose clarity at distances beyond 7-10 feet. We utilize several broadcast-quality wireless microphones, one worn by the groom and officiate, another placed at the podium to record scripture readings and/or the homily, and another placed near the musicians/soloist; these provide excellent clarity.

Q. We are being married in an evening ceremony and the church lights aren't very bright. How will the video look?

A. Although video cameras produce their best images when there is ample light, our professional low light cameras do remarkably well in most churches and synagogues. At the reception, we use only on-camera lights with minimum illumination. 

Q. You offer an edited video. Why would we need editing, since we want to see all the scenes that were recorded?

A. As we use the term, editing does not mean the removal the removal of usable scenes from the video. Rather, editing a wedding video involves the following: (1.) The addition of titles, music, still photos. etc. (2.) The elimination of "glitches" which would detract from the video. For example, we must leave the tape running while rushing to capture a spontaneous scene at the reception while re-focusing the camera on another subject; this footage is edited out. (3.) Editing can be used creatively to give a video better pacing. For example, a lengthy scene of guests dancing can be "broken-up" and made more interesting by editing in interviews with guests every few minutes. A well edited video looks far more polished and thus will be more enjoyable to watch; unedited videos always have an amateurish quality.

Q. How long will my final edited video be?

A. The final length of your video will depend on the length of the ceremony and how many special events and toasts occur at the reception. If we assume your ceremony is 3o minutes or less and you have a normal reception, your edited video will be between 45 minutes and 1 hour and 30 minutes. If your ceremony is an hour or more, the final video can be up to 2 hours long. For an extra long ceremony, we recommend editing it down to about 30 minutes.

Q. What do I need to do to hire you as my videographer?

A. Give us a call now at 770-324-1112 or email us at tom@trbvideo.com to set up a consultation