In the world of baseball development, an increasingly popular tool is the integration of high-speed video cameras for both hitters and pitchers. This type of video involves the use of high-frame-rate cameras in order to see movement frame-by-frame.
Actions such as a pitcher’s delivery, a hitter’s swing, or ball release, occur too rapidly for the human eye to observe in their entirety. The implementation of High-Speed video cameras has brought about a new era of visual analysis
Applications
For pitchers, high-speed video cameras are commonly used during pitch design to observe actions like a pitcher’s delivery or release.
High-speed cameras can be set up directly behind a pitcher to focus on their grip or finger placement at release. It can also be set up parallel to the pitcher to record their open-side mechanics.
Furthermore, the resulting video can be edited to create image overlays of release point or pitch shape which are essential tools for pitch design. Comparing a pitcher’s release point before and after a pitch design session is a valuable tool particularly for those who are visual learners.
Oftentimes players try to articulate their progress with how they feel, but being able to match that feeling with a visual and the relevant data is how progress and evaluation is made.
Types of High-Speed Cameras
Here are some popular camera options in baseball:
Edgertronic
Multiple models are available, however the SC1 is the industry standard. These cameras can record at 2,000+ FPS in 1080p high resolution.
Edgertronic units are portable and they can be set up on a tripod while connected to a tablet. To trigger a capture, it is common to use a wireless remote trigger. Coaches can review the recorded videos in real-time which can be helpful to show to players if they are working on specific goals.
Sony RX10 IV
The Sony RX10 is a more cost-effective option than Edgertronic models. It’s also smaller and more portable than the Edgertronics. It has a wide zoom range and captures in 4k quality resolution. There is a wide selection of slow-motion frame rates such as 260 FPS, 500 FPS, and 960 FPS.
Overall, it is slightly less powerful than Edgertronic’s high-speed capabilities, however it is a more portable and much cheaper option.
iPhone
The most affordable and widespread camera option is an iPhone. If you’re working within a tight budget, high-speed video analysis can still be performed on one of these phones.
The newest iPhone models can record at up to 240 FPS at a quality of 1080p. The functionality may not equal the other two units, however, it can still be used successfully within training.
Summary
High-Speed video is a type of technology that has revolutionized how we observe and interpret player and ball movement. It increases our understanding of how to evaluate players and impact development strategies for individuals.
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