This time of year we are often out or nearly out of our commonly used memory-based video cameras. Here are some other options:
- Cameras reserved for classes that have had multimedia instruction sessions here with Hannah. These are stored in the black cabinets in the back. I've found that students in these classes do not always say they were in a class and eligible to take one out. You can ask "Are you in a class that has had sessions in multimedia here?" If so look up the professor's name on the spreadsheet Hannah has linked, it's under "Guides and Information" and then "Class-Use Camera Information." Ask a supervisor for help if needed.
- Advanced cameras may be in, just remind people they would need to take time to familiarize themselves with the cameras as they are more complex, and cost a lot more to replace if broken.
- Tape based cameras. A few years ago this is all we had! You can people the tapes are digital as some may think they are like old camcorders. The regular Mini DV tapes are $5.00 and HD $10.00. (The ZR930 camera only records in standard mode.)
- Digital still cameras/DSLRs can record video. I don't recommend the oldest Canon Power Shots unless they don't need good quality footage. Also they only have a 1 GB memory card.
Of course if someone does not need it for today, you can show them how to check availability of equipment from our web site.
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