i can't speak for other models.. i've tested on my d5100.. if i set it to timer, and even if i set it to take 2 shots.. it wouldn't do so with the pop-up flash.. however, i am able to take continuous self timer shots with the pop-up flash by using the interval mode.. which sets your camera to take x number of shots within a y interval starting from z time (or now).. not sure if that is helpful. @_@

get an external mic, use a tripod whenever possible, or else use left palm to support, while right hand for controls. you'd probably need a f1.8 lens or fast to get good exposure, or else, your film will look too grainy.

you can only record 20mins max per session, so plan n make the most of it, and dont forget a 30x sdhc card, or else video will lag

use manual focus when video recording.. it's easier to control focus via manual than auto.. each scenes don't need to be too long.. you will seldom see scenes longer than 20 secs.. most of it is less than 10 secs i guess.. once you set the parameters, don't change it.. else each time you do anything to your camera will have clicky sounds.. no idea how much external mic costs..

bokeh bokeh!!


DSC_8156 by K_S16, on Flickr

Shutter: 1/50
Aperture: 5.6
ISO: 5000

Lens used:


was trying to use that lens to create bokeh

the background was actually my sofa

will try to use this technique for human portrait

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used unit for RM780

i know for D7000 got a option for subject tracking in video.
i only used it one time so cant remember much, and i dont really do video...so yea go check ur manual.

for video~ i'd still suggest manual focus

if your cameraman actually gets better result using the AF for video in the camera than manual focus, perhaps what you need is not some tweak with the functions of the camera, but change your cameraman hahahaha    

unless you're shooting a snail crawling, it's much easier to achieve good result using manual focus