Photographer Vs
Videographer
Don't videographers
and photographers do one and the same thing?' This has often been the cue for a
heated argument on the difference between photographers and videographers. It's
often required for a video production company clarify the difference.
There are several
points of conflict that are causing a rift between professional videographers
and photographers. Amongst these points of conflict is that they find that they
are competing for the same positions.
Defining Videographer
and A Photographer
These two
professionals are like skiers and snowboarders. They are completely different
in what they do and how they work. It is important for both clients and
professionals to realize that their functions are not interchangeable.
A photographer takes
photographs using a camera. Professional photographers may work for companies
or as individual contractors. They capture a moment in a single image. Several
photographs therefore are required to encapsulate an event.
A videographer uses a
video camera to capture an event. They capture a series of moments in
audiovisual content. They may work for a company or as an individual
contractor. A single film can be used to document an event.
Difference Between the
Two
Although photography
and videography have their similarities, they can't be lumped into the same
category. There are a lot of differences between the two.
Photography has been
around for many years. People understand the importance of photography and the
work that a photographer puts into getting the perfect shots and delivering awe-inspiring
prints to clients.
Video on the other
hand is moving images and incorporates audio. Video is quickly catching up to
photos and other images as a medium of communication. Despite this, many people
still don't have a clear understanding of the amount of work a videographer has
to do in order to document an event, edit a film, and ensure that their clients
are happy with their work.
Things A Videographer
Doesn't Tell You!
There's a lot that
goes into documenting events than simply holding up a camera. There's a lot
that your video expert would like to tell you:
Creating a video takes
more than capturing what you see. It's also about capturing sound.
Professionals use external sound recording equipment for the best quality. The
sound recordings and the audiovisual content have to be synchronized during
editing. This isn't easy. Photographers only have to worry about the images.
In order to capture
those important moments at the right angle, multiple cameras, and sound
equipments are required. This means working with footage from different sources
during editing to get the perfect film. Photographers only need to select the
best shots even if they are from multiple cameras.
A lot more equipment
is required to get the perfect footage. A videographer may need stabilizers,
more than one camera, microphones, siders, and drones to capture the event.
Editing photos isn't
easy. Editing videos is a whole different ball game. There is usually more than
100 GB worth of footage for any given event to go through. There are also hours
of sound recordings that have to be synchronized with the footage. You then
have to compile the footage in a way that tells the story.