1.6. Watch out for the sound
When recording video, audio quality is as important as image quality. It should be noted that, in most cases, the internal microphones built into low to mid-range cameras tend to be of poor quality, and often also record noise generated by the camera itself, as well as external noise.
To avoid this, we can use an external microphone, if possible, and shield it from the wind with a microphone screen. More economical solutions can also be found, such as adding a piece of foam or a sock to the microphone to alleviate annoying air noise. Often, very inexpensive options for windshields for sound recording equipment are also available on the market.
If the camera does not have a microphone input, or does not have a microphone, we can also use an external recorder. One possibility is to use the recorder of a smartphone or tablet, as most of them are equipped with one.
Later, during the editing process, we will need to add this separately recorded audio to the video and synchronise them. To this end, and to facilitate this synchronisation task, we can make an indicative sound signal during the recording, such as a finger snap, to know the starting point.
If interviews are to be held, it is also recommended to avoid noisy places if possible.
Use a tape recorder or microphone, and, in the case of interviews, avoid noisy places if possible.