Using the Nikon Cameras

We will have access to a number of cameras to use for our animations, including webcams, but for the next project we will use a Nikon DSLR. 

When we install the software on your computers you will have the option of using either the Nikons or a webcam...we'll learn how to set up and use the webcam next week.

We will be using Nikon DSLRs in class. Here is a link to the online guide for the Nikon D 3100.

You'll need to know how to access the online guide and find information about the Nikon D 3100.

I want you to know the following:

• Find the Mode Dial
• Locate and explain the various settings on the Mode Dial, including P, S, A, M and the Auto modes
• Find the Information Display, and locate and click on the ISO, Aperture, and Shutter settings within the display.

Next we will start to work with the cameras to create chalkboard-whiteboard type frame by frame animations.

Here are some example of whiteboard animation.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vZ0iqUS6sg

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j8b381MQyPU

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqupJBlwOYw