Dave has been
getting more and more active filming live shows and also
lessons for his online school. Zoom cameras have been an
important part of that filming.
Dave has also been traveling with Zoom cameras. With
variable light and zoom settings, these cameras allow
him to capture all the action behind the drums and on
stage with Mike Stern, Chick Corea, and more.
Dave's primary camera when he plays live is the Q8. It
has several zoom, resolution, and lighting modes. The
various wide angle settings make it easy to crop shots
perfect. XLR inputs (and great microphones) make it
possible to pick up great sound. Two Q8s and two Q2Ns
are used in the studio for Dave's video lessons.
Here is more information about each camera. You can
learn more on the
Zoom Web site.
Zoom Q2N
The Zoom Q2n gives you a fast and easy way to create HD
videos with high-impact audio. The built-in X/Y
microphones capture sound with beautiful stereo imaging.
And the 160-degree wide-angle lens excels in an array of
lighting conditions—whether you’re filming at home, in a
rehearsal space, or at a club.
High-resolution 24-bit/96 kHz audio delivers
studio-quality recording, no matter where you’re
filming. And the camera’s built-in X/Y microphones can
handle sound pressure levels up to 120 dB SPL, for
distortion-free recording.
Ten "Scene" presets allow you to record in a wide range
of environments, including low-light locations where the
Q2n is designed to thrive. The presets range from
"Concert Light"—which automatically adjusts for changing
lighting conditions—to "Concert Lo-Lit" for dimly lit
rooms. And there are scene settings tailored
specifically for filming in jazz clubs and rehearsal
studios, as well as outdoors.
The Q2n features a 160-degree wide-angle lens that
captures stunning video. And it records in 720p or 1080p
HD resolution, using the same 24 fps or 30 fps frame
rate used in film. An F2.0 aperture makes the Q2n
perfect for musicians who perform in a wide variety of
lighting environments. Capture the full band or focus on
an individual performer using five field of view (FOV)
settings. Plus, a color LCD screen makes it easy to
create the perfect shot or review your videos.
Zoom Q8
The Q8 marries high-definition video with
high-resolution audio, making it the perfect camera for
music and video creators everywhere. Its 160 degree
wide-angle lens and digital zoom ensure that you’ll
always capture the complete picture. Combine that with
ZOOM’s groundbreaking interchangeable mic capsule system
and two XLR/TRS combo inputs for a world of options.
The Q8 offers a large full-color LCD touchscreen for
ease of use, along with a wealth of advanced features.
Dual combo XLR/TRS inputs allow the connection of
external microphones and line-level sources, and a
built-in speaker and stereo Headphone/Line Out jack
provide audio monitoring; there’s even an HDMI output
for video monitoring.
Its high-quality 160-degree wide-angle lens and flexible
mounting options mean that you can shoot high-def video
anywhere you go. Plus there’s a USB output that allows
the Q8 to be interconnected with your computer so you
can use it with your favorite streaming or editing
software.
