Complete Video Light Kit for $150 and How to Use It
Need a good light kit but strapped for cash? This is the kit for you! Everything including lights, stands, batteries, modifiers and accessories. Check out these related videos: $250 Light Kit Video...
View ArticleGoodbye Vimeo :-(
Time to say goodbye to my first video distribution site. It is a sad ending, but I’m more than happy to be focused on Youtube! Do you think Vimeo is dying? Are you still active on Vimeo?
View ArticleEverything You Need to Know About NP-F Batteries
Need battery power for your camera, lights, monitors, audio devices and more? You need NP-F batteries! In this video I cover everything you need to know about Sony NP-F style batteries including the...
View ArticleEdit Dialog Faster Using Waveforms
In this video, I show you how I quickly edit videos with dialog. The key? big beautiful waveforms! Using waveforms lets you read ahead without having to watch or listen to your video clips while...
View ArticleStereo VS Mono Microphones: Azden SMX-30 Review
Wondering when you should use a mono or stereo mic? This is the video for you! We will talk about the strengths and weaknesses of each mic type and take a look at the Azden SMX-30. Microphones...
View ArticleLuxli Viola LED Light Review
Looking for a bi-color, high output, color accurate, RGB, bluetooth smart LED light for video production? Luxli Viola to the rescue! Luxli Viola LED Light Available on Amazon and B&H. Viola...
View ArticleAputure Deity Shotgun Microphone Review
Looking for a solid shotgun microphone for video production? You really can’t do much better than the Aputure Deity! Aputure Deity Microphone Available on Amazon and B&H. Microphone Kit Available...
View ArticleSony a6500 Video Camera Review!
Today we look closely at the Sony a6500 and see how it stacks up for video shooting! Sony a6500 available on Amazon and B&H. Note: Some of these links have an affiliate code, if you purchase with...
View ArticleGH5 First Impressions Video Review
I Share my initial thoughts on the new Panasonic GH5, its performance so far here in the studio and what I like and don’t like about it. Many of you have asked for a “should I buy” video so here it is!...
View Article$7 Video LED Light?
Today I see if this small $7 LED light was worth the purchase and we put it to work in the studio! You can find the $7 LED light I bought here on amazon. Watch all my lighting videos on Youtube here....
View ArticleClamps I Use for Video Production
All the clamps I use for video production and how I use them! You can do so much with clamps including mounting lights, cameras, microphones, monitors, light modifiers and much more. List of Clamps...
View ArticleTop 3 NAB Picks with Max Yuryev!
Max Yuryev and I talk about our top 3 favorite gear picks for NAB 2017! We’ll discuss monitors, grip gear, lights, camera movement, streaming gear and more! Max Yuryev’s Channel My Youtube Channel Our...
View Article$50 Camera Audio Mixer With Some Killer Features
Need some level control and a way to save your audio from peaking? Say hello to the Saramonic SR-AX100! Saramonic SR-AX100 Mixer Available on Amazon and B&H. Saramonic SR-AX101 Mixer (XLR Version)...
View ArticleCool Gear From NAB 2017
I talk about some sweet new video gear from NAB 2017! Including new LED video lights, motion control systems, grip gear, audio devices and more! Products Mentioned Mystery Panasonic Camera Aputure...
View ArticleHow to Light People With Glasses and Avoid Glare
Today we tackle glare from glasses in your videos with a few lighting tweaks. Nobody likes to see reflections in glasses! You can watch all of my lighting videos here you Youtube. Here are a few of the...
View Article5 Video and Photo Uses for Foam Board
Today I show you 5 ways I use poster board when shooting videos! These cheap poster foam boards are great for lighting modifiers, backgrounds, flags and more! I’ve purchased my foam board here...
View ArticleTop 3 Sony a6500 Cages Under $100!
Need a Sony a6500 cage? You can get these three for under $100 each! Each cage has video specific features for mounting almost any accessory to your camera. Camera cages don’t have to be expensive! I...
View ArticleSlick $220 Camera Preamp on a Budget: Saramonic MixMic
Today we look at the Sarmonic MixMic and see if it is worth the investment compared to other microphones and camera preamps. Gear Mentioned Saramonic MixMic Kit (amazon.com) Rode NTG4 (amazon.com)...
View ArticleCanon C100 5 Years Later: Still Worth It?
Today I talk about the C100 and if its still worth picking up today. While this camera is past the 5 year old mark, it still has some features that stack up against the GH5 at a reasonable price....
View ArticleAlternative Uses for Mic Stands In Video Production
Microphone stands are great budget tools for more than just holding mics! I’ll show you several ways I use them to mount lights, modifiers and more. Gear Mentioned Mic Boom Stands (amazon.com) Thread...
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