Reading Time: 5 minutesTop Photo: Rachel Bardin As a photographer turned cinematographer, I have owned the Canon L Series 24-105 EF IS since 2013. It came bundled with a 5D Mark iii, which I primarily use for stills. In the past, I might have balked at using this slow, f4, zoom lens in filming situations and opted for… Continue reading Ode To A Workhorse – A Review Of The Canon 24-105mm IS Lens
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The Complete Honest Hands-On Review Of Panasonic EVA1
Reading Time: 21 minutesTop Photo: Colin Elves I’ve owned the Panasonic EVA1 since its initial release in October 2018. In addition, I have dedicated a fair amount of time to delving into the depths of its capabilities and comparing it to its direct competitors. So I think it’s fair to say that I know the camera well and… Continue reading The Complete Honest Hands-On Review Of Panasonic EVA1
A Beginner’s Guide To Underwater Video
Reading Time: 11 minutesI have been taking images since the beginning of consumer digital imaging, however, it is only in the last 9 years that I have been regularly shooting underwater video. The reason I waited so long is that as a trained scuba diving instructor, I found underwater photographers somewhat irritating when I was leading dives and… Continue reading A Beginner’s Guide To Underwater Video
Beginner’s Guide to Slow Motion Video. Tips and Tricks
Reading Time: 6 minutesWhat is Slow-motion in film? Definition & Meaning Slow-motion is a filmmaking technique in which the action in the frame is made to appear slower than it was recorded, usually by capturing film or video at a much faster speed than it will eventually be played. This might sound counterintuitive, but all slow motion is… Continue reading Beginner’s Guide to Slow Motion Video. Tips and Tricks
A Quick Guide To Speedboosters (Focal Reducers)
Reading Time: 6 minutesIf you’ve been in filmmaking and videography for some time, you’ve probably heard of speed boosters. These devices, adequately known as focal reducers, are often costly and little understood. Considering their cost, it may not seem worth investing in them. Yet, if you’re looking to get an extra stop of light from your lenses, adapt… Continue reading A Quick Guide To Speedboosters (Focal Reducers)
What Ring Light Do YouTubers Use? Buyer’s Guide.
Reading Time: 11 minutesGood lighting separates a good, professional-looking YouTube video from a bad one. And it’s what separates a good photo from a bad-looking one. And a ring light can get you good results fast. They’re easy to set up and fairly inexpensive, especially when you compare them to more elaborate lighting setups requiring more than one… Continue reading What Ring Light Do YouTubers Use? Buyer’s Guide.
Hands-on Review: Sony A6500
Reading Time: 14 minutesReleased in 2016, the Sony a6500 has been used by many photographers and filmmakers for the past three years, including me. As we approach 2020, I wanted to review this camera and explain why, four years after its release, the Sony a6500 is still a great option for independent filmmakers looking for a mirrorless camera.… Continue reading Hands-on Review: Sony A6500
Buyer’s Guide to Camera Sliders (What you must know)
Reading Time: 11 minutesCamera sliders are an incredible tool, and the variety of options makes them accessible to filmmakers of all skill levels. There are many slider options, with a vast variation in the price range. I use an Edelkrone motorized slider for my work, which is great for some applications, but sucks for others. Fx, it’s great… Continue reading Buyer’s Guide to Camera Sliders (What you must know)
Panasonic GH5 vs GH5S Comparison. Which One Should You Choose?
Reading Time: 17 minutesI’ve been shooting with both the Panasonic GH5 and the GH5s since they came out. Having used both cameras extensively for professional work for a long time, I thought it was time to write a comparison review based on real-world use. As with all my reviews, I take the practical route, which means I won’t… Continue reading Panasonic GH5 vs GH5S Comparison. Which One Should You Choose?
Review: Laowa 7.5mm f/2.0. A Stellar Wide-Angle Choice for M43
Reading Time: 6 minutesA while back I was tasked with shooting some video and taking photographs for a large Scandinavian tourist agency. They wanted videos and photos of their sight-seeing buses, boats, and mini-train. And they wanted them to appear in front of famous well-known tourist attractions and sights. I knew this would be a bit of a… Continue reading Review: Laowa 7.5mm f/2.0. A Stellar Wide-Angle Choice for M43