Action-packed descents, stabilized follow shots & immersive POVs: a winter sports shoot in Val Gardena. High-speed downhill action, tightly stabilized follow shots, and immersive POV footage — that’s what this winter sports production in Val Gardena was all about. In collaboration with TideLine Media, we supplied the camera gear for a series of impressive shooting days in the Italian Alps.
The conditions? Plenty of snow, low temperatures, and non-stop movement — the perfect challenge for our gear.
Tilta Hermit POV Helmet – From the Heart of the Action
For scenes that are all about experience, this is the go-to option: viewers can feel as if they’re right on the slope. That’s where the Tilta Hermit POV Helmet comes in — a specially mounted helmet with a camera mount, ideal for solid POV setups.
The helmet was paired with a Sony A7 IV and a 15mm wide-angle lens. Thanks to the fixed frame and balanced design, the shots stayed impressively stable, even during tight turns and jumps. Perfect for hands-free ski recording, allowing the camera operator to fully focus on their descent.
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Follow Shots with the DJI RS3 Pro & Tilta Advanced Ring Grip
In addition to POVs, follow shots and steady footage were key to capturing the action from multiple perspectives. To achieve this, an expanded DJI RS3 Pro setup with the Tilta Advanced Ring Grip was used — a rig ideal for:
- Low, fast runs along the slopes
- Dynamic shots while skiing or snowboarding
- Smooth handhelds without stutter
The Tilta Ring Grip allowed the operator to keep the setup close to the body, offering both stability and flexibility under tough conditions.
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What Else Comes in Handy?
Shooting in snow almost always means dealing with intense light. The white landscape reflects sunlight strongly, which can lead to overexposed footage and shutter speeds that are too fast — especially when using wide apertures and cinematic shutter settings (e.g., 1/50 or 1/100).
That’s why ND filters (Neutral Density) are essential in these conditions. They help you:
- Maintain proper exposure without sacrificing the look of your shot
- Shoot with a wide aperture for beautiful depth of field
- Keep natural motion blur during action sequences
Working with Gear in Extreme Conditions
Shooting in the mountains demands adaptability. Batteries drain faster, wind amplifies micro-movements, and snow is a constant challenge. Thanks to well-prepared gear and smart choices (light setups, extra power banks, dry cloths), the team remained flexible and the footage stayed rock-solid.
Conclusion
This winter shoot proves how important it is to choose the right gear combination. The Tilta Hermit POV Helmet put the viewer in the skier’s boots, while the DJI RS3 Pro with Tilta Advanced Ring Grip delivered smooth, cinematic follow shots.
Combined with drones, prime lenses, and various accessories, Val Gardena became the backdrop of a powerful outdoor production where every movement counts.
