How to film an eclipse? at DVinfo.net

Simon Wood · September 15th, 2013, 03:29 AM

Does anyone have any experience of filming an eclipse?

I'll be travelling to see a total eclipse in Northern Uganda later this year, and I am just wondering is it worth bothering to try and film it? Any special filters needed?

What about the transition from the partial to the total (and back again) - presumably you cant film both without changing filters? The total eclipse will only be about 20 seconds long.

The biggest lens I have is a Sigma 400mm telephoto for a 5dmk3. I also have an XLH1 with a 20x HD lens (which is pretty good for filming wildlife). Not sure if these will have the reach needed though.

Pete Bauer · September 15th, 2013, 08:46 AM

To get you started, here is some info from past similar questions:

http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/open-dv-...ting-tips.html

http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/sony-xdc...os-damage.html

September 15th, 2013, 03:29 AM	#1
Simon Wood Major Player Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Entebbe Uganda Posts: 768	How to film an eclipse? Does anyone have any experience of filming an eclipse? I'll be travelling to see a total eclipse in Northern Uganda later this year, and I am just wondering is it worth bothering to try and film it? Any special filters needed? What about the transition from the partial to the total (and back again) - presumably you cant film both without changing filters? The total eclipse will only be about 20 seconds long. The biggest lens I have is a Sigma 400mm telephoto for a 5dmk3. I also have an XLH1 with a 20x HD lens (which is pretty good for filming wildlife). Not sure if these will have the reach needed though. __________________ http://vimeo.com/channels/guerrillafilms

September 15th, 2013, 08:46 AM	#2
Pete Bauer Wrangler Join Date: May 2003 Location: Eagle River, AK Posts: 4,100	Re: How to film an eclipse? To get you started, here is some info from past similar questions: http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/open-dv-...ting-tips.html http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/sony-xdc...os-damage.html __________________ Pete Bauer The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and science. Albert Einstein Trying to solve a DV mystery? You may find the answer behind the SEARCH function ... or be able to join a discussion already in progress!