34EMasteringthe BasicsTips for Making Better VideosCompositionThe most important element in the scene does not have tobe in the center. For a more interesting picture, try toposition your subject so it is slightly to one side. Leavesome space on the side of the frame that the subject isfacing or moving towards.For maximum stability, grip the camcorder in your righthand and keep your right elbow pressed against your body.If necessary support the camcorder with your left hand.With practice, you will be able to operate the controls bytouch, without taking your eye off the action.To prevent any unwanted movement, you can mount thecamcorder on a tripod, (or any flat surface at a suitableheight) and operate it with the wireless controller.• When you are using a tripod, be careful not to leave theviewfinder exposed to bright sunlight or it may melt.(The light is concentrated by the viewfinder lens.)• Make sure that the fastening screw of the tripod is nolonger than 1/4 inch (5.5 mm), or it will damage thecamcorder.Don’t cut off the top of the subject’s head, and don’t cutpeople off at the neck, hips or knees (move a little bitabove or below).Watch out for distracting objects in the background.Holding the camcorderUsing a tripod
