3CCD- 3-Chip imaging gives superior color and overall sharpness compared to the one chip models. Digital high resolution image recorded onto a digital tape.  Much clearer, brighter and sharper than VHS or Hi8.

One of the biggest regrets some couples experience after their wedding is the decision not to have professional video.  Your decision whether or not to have wedding video should be based on your personal desires, since much of the basis of objections to early videos has
been eliminated by technical and professional developments in the field.

Consumer  videos fail due to poor audio, inadequate planning and coordination to blend with the flow of the event, use of only one camera, shaky images, and insufficient battery capacity. 

There is a misconception that an on-camera light is less intrusive than a powerful light on a stand. You may find that a 50-watt light at eye level is more disturbing than a 1000-watt light bounced from the ceiling. Work with your videographer to make the tradeoffs that are right for your wedding. Still, you need to decide on a tradeoff between low intrusion and accurate color and imaging. If you want a live camera broadcast look, you have to accept some lighting. 

Some videographers who offer "in-camera-edited" videos actually present the tape to the couple at the end of the reception. At the other extreme are the videos getting extensive editing that may take over a year.   Completion should be addressed in contract. 

1. View  the demo tape of the videographer that will shoot your affair. If they can
not promise  you which videographer will be available for you, go to another company.
You must see the actual camera and editing work of the person  you are employing.  Ask to view a "Brides" copy of the tape. This will give you an idea of what the quality will be like when you get yours.

2. Know what the lighting needs of the Videographer are.  If their equipment needs lots of light, be sure this is  what you want. Today's equipment needs much less light,  however if the reception or chapel is dark the videographer must  use some light to get a quality picture.  Is a 30 watt light on the camera enough,  or 3000 watts on poles all around the room.

3. Don't be afraid to ask the Videographer how the price can be lowered.  You may not need everything included with the package, if you don't need baby pictures or a recap, that will lower the price.  Remember if you hire a professional and just get an unedited tape the end of the evening it will cost you a lot less. 

4.  What back up equipment do they have? It should be comparable in quality to the original.

5. Price? What's the hourly rate? Overtime charges? Payment terms? Get contract.  Do you fully understand the contract? If not ask.

6. Do you like the videographer as a person and will you be comfortable with him or her
meeting all of your guests?

7. Look for clear, understandable sound and crisp clear images with good accurate color and smooth camerawork.  A burned out white dress indicates use of a poor camera or improper lighting.  Due to the severe restrictions imposed by some churches, there will be instances where even the best videographer will not get the best results.