Videotaping Tips & Camera Suggestions

[101disneyfan]

I would like to know what you can and can't film in the WDW parks
Also, I would like to tell you about my cameras: I have 3 that I will bring: VHS-C, Digital Still, and SD Video. I would like to know for the video cameras which to tape where [I want to use the SD for youtube as the VHSC doesn't have a hookup] (These are just suggestions, but Thanks just the same).



Thanks in Advance, [as of now this will be my last trip for a few years]
101disneyfan

 

[Robo]

Don't see the reason for the VHS-C.
That 1980's technology makes low-quality, noisy recordings.


Maybe this is a question for the DIS' Photography Forum.









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[JessicaFaye508]

I know you cannot tape carousel of progress or the finding nemo musical.

 

[Robo]

I know you cannot tape...the finding nemo musical.

Don't think that's true anymore.
It used to be when the show was new, but I've read here several times that
the restriction is gone.

I know you cannot tape carousel of progress...

Where/when is the warning to not tape CoP?
I just don't remember that one.

 

[rstamm]

Don't think that's true anymore.
It used to be when the show was new, but I've read here several times that
the restriction is gone.

Where/when is the warning to not tape CoP?
I just don't remember that one.

The last two times were at WDW there were no restrictions (other than lighting) on videotaping Finding Nemo.

The CM working the entrance has announced no videotaping or photography the last few trips--and we always ride multiple times over multiple days, so this pretty much be their new policy.

 

[Robo]

The last two times were at WDW there were no restrictions (other than lighting) on videotaping Finding Nemo.

The CM working the entrance has announced no videotaping or photography the last few trips--and we always ride multiple times over multiple days, so this pretty much be their new policy.

I assume your second paragraph is referring to CoP.
That sounds right.
The "live CM host" making the announcement is how many
of the shows do that.

 

[Grumpy23]

I don't have an exact answer to your filming question but I will say this. Do not ever try to film any incidents you may see happening before your eyes, for example, an area is roped off, being guarded by cast members and bomb sniffing dogs are brought in.

This happened to us at DHS in May of this year. We had no idea what was going on, the area by the stroller rental was roped off and CM's were standing there not letting people go there. At first we thought it was a celebrity coming out so we stood there and watched, while my DH filmed. Next thing you know the dog came out with its handler, sniffing a lunch cooler someone had walked away and mistakenly left there.

My husband was approached by Security, they confiscated his camcorder, took it in the back and erased everything. It was an interesting experience, to say the least.

 

[WillCAD]

You can film and take stills of almost every attraction and show.

Dark, indoor rides and many shows prohibit flash and video lighting - they ruin the mood of a dark ride and can pose a safety hazard to performers in some of the shows. They also ruin night vision, making it impossible for others around you to see the dark ride after your flash hits them in the face.

Those with restrictions will tell you in the ride queue, or during the pre-show, or both.

One thing to consider - when taking pics or video in dark rides or show, please use the viewfinders on your cameras, and turn off the LCD. LCD screens throw off light that is very distracting and can ruin the experience for those behind you.

 

[RenaissanceChef]

I know you cannot tape carousel of progress or the finding nemo musical.

Cant tape COP? Now you tell me !! I have both versions of the show that I taped.The first one was taped with the old BIG bulky VHS recorder so it wasnt real discreet.Guess I will have to lock them away never to be seen again lest the Disney legal beagles come after me.

 

[101disneyfan]

I made a mistake in my original quote. I will use a VHS-c and DVD [not SD]
I know it probably doesn't make much of a difference, just thought I 'd let u know

 

[Robo]

I made a mistake in my original quote. I will use a VHS-c and DVD [not SD]
I know it probably doesn't make much of a difference, just thought I 'd let u know

Why use the VHS-C?

Why not just ONLY use the DVD camcorder?

 

[jayandstacey]

My husband was approached by Security, they confiscated his camcorder, took it in the back and erased everything. It was an interesting experience, to say the least.

Indeed!

And I can understand why they do that, and why it isn't negotiable.

Let's say you were planning an attack. The key part you need to know is what happens when security is 'revealed' and action begins. So, one way to do that is to just do a fake threat, and film what happens. Study the film and you have a lot of knowledge - where did the personnel come from? Where were the sensors? Lighting? Communications? Other alterations?

Your camera captured all that. Disney took it back.

 

[JoeyAnyc]

I shoot and film anything and everything. Never had anyone say a word to me. I figure until someone says something, I just go for it. HOWEVER, I'm not going to go into a dark atmosphere and start flashing away. Just use common sense, I guess. So far, no problems with any of it.

 

[blondeheroine]

I know you cannot tape carousel of progress or the finding nemo musical.

I've taped the entire FN musical and even have it uploaded to my YouTube. I got a comment once that said they were no longer allowing taping, but I think it's probably the difference between a CM in a bad mood and one in a good mood. As long as you don't use videolighting (which would be rude anyway), you should be fine. Just don't make a production of it.

 

[101disneyfan]

1.) The DVD Recorder I have only has a bright LCD screen, so I always use the VHS-c for darker stuff.

2.) The VHS-c obviosly can't be uploaded for youtube/email purposes etc.

3.) I want to use VHS-c as much as I can b4 they stop making/selling the tapes in Feb2009

Hope this clears up some FAQ's