Remember when family holidays, birthdays and childhood memories were all captured on a little camcorder? That nostalgic look is making a huge comeback in the wedding world, and in this episode we’re breaking down exactly why we’ve started using camcorders alongside our professional filmmaking.

We talk about why this trend has exploded, how it compares to shooting Super 8, the surprisingly low cost of getting started, and the biggest mistakes we’ve made so you don’t have to.

More importantly, we share how we’ve been using camcorders to capture moments we’d never normally get. From handing the camera to the right wedding guests, to asking questions that uncover incredible audio and genuine reactions, this episode is packed with practical ideas you can start using at your very next wedding.

We also cover:

• Why camcorders create a feeling that modern cinema cameras can’t replicate
 • The best way to brief guests before handing over the camera
 • Questions that consistently generate brilliant audio
 • Why movement and imperfections make the footage even better
 • Common mistakes to avoid
 • Why we now deliver all of the raw camcorder footage as a bonus for our couples

If you’ve been curious about adding a nostalgic layer to your films without the expense of Super 8, this episode will show you exactly where to start.

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You all know this by now.... reviews mean the world to us!  If you took anything away from this we'd love for you to leave one for us.
 
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Jase Hunter
https://www.instagram.com/afterglowweddings