Canon's new 80D is a great option for YouTubers, vloggers, and people getting into making videos.
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In this video I'll cover what S-Log video settings I recommend filming in, my experience using Canon EF lenses with the Metabones adapter, how some of the biggest problems with filming on this camera can be overcome, and whether I'd recommend someone switching to Sony or mirrorless cameras for making videos.
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In this video I chat with Atomos about the new HDR features of their monitors and recorders.
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While at NAB 2016, I stopped by the Zacuto booth to check out their new electronic viewfinder, the Gratical Eye EVF, as well as their collapsible Marauder DSLR rig.
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Veydra builds mini cinema lenses lenses compatible with E-mount, C-Mount, and micro 4/3 mount cameras. Veydra delivers a great look and feel at a fraction of the cost of a cinema lenses from Zeiss or others.
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What's the difference between the Canon G7X Mark II and the previous Mark I version? In this video I breakdown the new features.
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I caught up with Devin at NAB 2016 where he showed me the new Devin Graham Signature Series Glidecam, how he sets his up, and how he uses it to collect all his best shots.
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As we head to Las Vegas for NAB 2016 I thought I would share with you what gear we are bringing to cover the event.
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In this episode I chat with Satchell Drakes, who runs a YouTube channel with some of the highest quality videos in the video gaming niche. I talk with him about his process of creating videos, what has helped his channel grow, and what he recommends for someone that isn't getting the traction they want out of their videos.
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With the XC10, Canon has been able to pack a big punch in a small camera. Let's open up the box and see what is inside. Stay tuned for a full review.
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In this video I unbox the 80D, show the camera and what it comes with. A full hands-on review of the 80D will be coming out shortly, stay tuned.
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In this episode I discuss video gear, but I don't talk about specific pieces I recommend. This will be more of a philosophical discussion about why you need gear and more importantly, when to stop buying it once you get to a certain point.
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In this video I unbox, setup, and walk through my initial impressions of the Sony a7s ii, the Metabones adapter to Canon EF lenses, and the Sony XLR audio adapter.
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In this episode of #AskLeb I give my thoughts on who should start filming their videos in 4K or UHD and who shouldn't bother.
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Opening Adobe After Effects (AE) for the first time can be a bit shocking. While AE is powerful, it is not the most user-friendly software. I’ve heard many stories about people opening, and then closing AE because they just felt lost.
In this 3 part series on Adobe After Effects featuring Phil Ebiner from VideoSchoolOnline.com you will learn the layout, tools, keyframes and how to build your own lower third using After Effects.
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After filming with the Canon C100 Mark II for over a year, it is about time I got around to reviewing it.
In this video I breakdown who I think the C100 MK II is great for, who shouldn't get it, how it compares to shooting on a 5D Mark III (including side by side test footage), and whether it is worth the money nowadays even if it doesn't let you shoot in 4K.
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On Saturday I drove up to Canon in Hollywood, CA for an all-day workshop with the Canon C300 Mark II cinema camera. In this video I share why I went, show some of my favorite features of the camera, and share test footage that I shot on the camera.
I currently use a Canon C100 Mark II as my main video camera and it only shoots 1080p, so I'm looking at what my options are for upgrading to shooting in 4K in 2016 and the C300 Mark II is one of the main contenders.
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With all the pressures on "going viral" during an big announcement online, sales videos are becoming bigger productions and you could be leaving a lot on the table by not creating a video to accompany a launch.
However, if you are going to do it, you need to make sure you are doing it well.
In this episode we discuss whether or not sales videos are important, if you even need one, and how exactly it may benefit you and your audience. We also talk about how sales videos are just one part of a launch strategy and what else you should focus on.
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