Godzilla Miniature Scenes

These are amazing!!! Where did you get the city model? I've been looking for one for stop motions for a while now.

What kind of camera did you use. To get this kind of depth of field with that scale of miniatures is difficult.

Hi, thanks for the compliments.  So let me answer the questions.

As for the City Model:  I bought buildiungs from a company called Kato.  I used their N scale series.  There is one called Unitram.  They sell the buildings and the city roads layout.  Youc an configure them as you like. Just do search for Kato Unitram adn you will see tons of results.  I also bought little cars and other building from other N scale train suppliers.

As for the Camera:  I used a Canon 5D Mark II.  I also had depth issues with the pictures.  I tried not to get too close to the model to resolve that.  The key was to shoot above f8.  I shot outside using natural light.  I waited for a cloudy day to make it look cool.  Hope this helps.

THANK YOU!!

Did you ever consider shooting indoors? Or was lighting difficult without 1ks or higher?

I wanted to shoot outside so that I could get real skies and buildings in the background.  I went to the top of a parking garage which eliminated house, trees, and other objects that would ruin the shot.  s

I guess I could have shot inside with some strong lights, but I really wanted natural light.  I am not sure what the issues might have been with that kind of set up.  : )

Hm. They cost quite a bit. I'm not sure I can pay $30 for one building.

Love 'em!! Very nice work.

Glad to see I'm not the only one around here that used N Scale buildings and scenery for a Godzilla project.  I've got a working N Scale Moduel with the Polar Lights 16 1/2-inch Godzilla figure stomping through it that I use for train shows.

Keep up the good work man.

LINEAR DRIFT - Welcome to SCIFIED! It is always quite agreeable to see new faces! The images you have provided are exceptionally neat! You certainly have a gift for photography with regards to depth of field and subject positioning! Excellently done! Thank you so much for taking the time to share these with us, and, once again, Welcome to SCIFIED! :)

Hello everyone.  Thank you so much for the kind words.  It really means a lot.  Now let me comment back on some of this stuff.  : )

YES the buildings can be pricey, but look on Amazone AND EBay.  I just found on super tall Kato city building for 14.00!!!!!   You just have to dig.

To member:  sapphireoverlord  -  What model 16 1/2 model are you working with?  I would love to see your work when you are done.  PLEASE SHARE!  : )

To member: something real - thank you for the kind words.  I will post more work once it is complete.

All the Best!!

Linear Draft-

There we go.  You can see it now.  Please note that these are old photos and are not up to date.  Stupid Windows Phone app...

http://www.godzilla-movies.com/community/forums/topic/40578

Quick link if you don't see it on the Latest Discussion List

To member:  sapphireoverlord  -  Very cool!  Looks nice, but the images are small.  Is this the correct link:  http://www.godzilla-movies.com/community/forums/topic/40578

Are those Neca buildings?

^NECA MADE BUILDINGS?!?!?!