DV|TV: D|Focus & D|Zoom Review, How to Create the Hitchcock Zoom

Tony Reale September 21, 2011

In this week’s episode, we review the DFocus and DZoom from DFocus System and show you how to create the Hitchcock or Vertigo Zoom effect with a HDSLR camera.

Random Dude

I’ve heard this is technically called a dolly zoom, more commonly referred to as a “zolly” shot… just to throw in my two cents.
Reimaginecinema

just a tip for shooters…I tried this with a really wide angle (tokina 11-16mm) and it’s infinitely easier to shoot. I got it perfect with a dolly and then tried it handheld and both worked great.
http://misagarcia.com Misa Garcia

Cool video… love that shot style. I remember the first time that shot stood out to me so long ago when I first saw the Lion King – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2m-42ek85G4&feature=player_detailpage#t=20s
http://www.thedslrguy.wordpress.com Josephjstephen

Thanks for the video! Great stuff. To respond to the Random Dude, it is actually called a Dolly Counter-Zoom as you are zooming in while dollying out or visa versa. Thanks again!
sabrina

Hi everyone,
I am new to video making and I want to have a simple setup that meet my needs for now but I also want to leave some room for future to add. I am not sure where to start.

I like the setting on the first picture you shown here (DFocus and DZoom) but I think I need a side rail (the silver rods?) and a cheese plate(?) in the bottom with a quick release plate under it to mount on a tripod? Am I correct? Where is the best place to find those to buy?

Thanks,

sabrina

DV|TV: D|Focus & D|Zoom Review, How to Create the Hitchcock Zoom

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