In this episode I go into detail on four microphones that I would recommend to fellow YouTubers. Each have pros and cons and each is in a different price bracket.
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In this video review I share what I like most about shooting on Sony mirrorless cameras and breakdown some of the pro features that are included (like zebras, focus peaking, etc.) that should be in similarly priced cameras from Canon.
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I don’t typically choose to review lenses because there isn’t much to talk about or show other than comparing footage shot through it and there are so many variables (like what kind of camera it is attached to or compression on said footage) that I don’t really like even doing that.
This Sony G-Master series 85mm lens is different though. It is one of the few lenses I’ve used that actually has features that change how I might film or photograph something.
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In this video I explain which of the many adapters I recommend getting, my experience with the speed and reliability of auto-focus in both photo and video mode, and whether I even recommend keeping your Canon lenses when you make a switch to mirrorless cameras.
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In this video review I’ll show you how to set up this “run n’ gun” rig for a DSLR or mirrorless camera, how to use a Z-Finder attachment to get a better view of your LCD screen, and what accessories I’d get with it.
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In this video I review the Veydra 25, 35, and 50mm E mount lenses. Enjoy!
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In this video I unbox the Sony RX10 III, show you what comes with it, and I suggest two items that you should purchase alongside it.
With features like a 24–600mm optical zoom lens, 4K at different frame rates, 960fps slow motion, and crazy fast auto-focus, it is hard to dislike the Sony RX10 III. All in all, if push came to shove and I had to grab one camera off the shelf to use in any situation I think I would find myself reaching for it.
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In today’s #AskLeb episode we talk about Snapchat, why it isn’t just for teens, and whether or not you should use the platform to get better at making videos and storytelling.
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In today’s #AskLeb episode I answer Phil Ebiner’s question of what is the best camera for $1,000 or less.
There are just so many choices! To make it easier on myself and to be more helpful for you, I decided to break the question into three categories: vlogging, YouTubing and filmmaking.
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In today’s #AskLeb episode we talk filming in a log (flat) picture profile and share what steps we take to ensure that our colors come out true and vibrant after the color correction phase.
We tackle this question in a tutorial style. We first cover the camera settings used while shooting in Canon Log and then go into Premiere Pro and Da Vinci Resolve to show you exactly how you can color grade your footage using LUTs.
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This week I went to Boston to attend WistiaFest, a video marketing conference created by a video hosting company I use all the time: Wistia.
Today’s video is a behind the scenes vlog of my trip to WistiaFest. I made it to share with you a bit about what the event is like if you’re looking for video conferences to attend.
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Today I unbox the Sony a7rii and both the 55mm f1.8 and 85mm G-Master f1.4 lenses. Let's see what these look like out of the box!
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During this video I talk about the shortcut keys in FCPX. I also open up the keyboard shortcut panel and show how you can browse it to learn shortcuts as well as create your own.
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I walk through the color workspace and how to do basic color correction. While high level grading is best done in secondary software, FCPX offers great basic tools and global adjustment.
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During this video I will demonstrate how to sync your file manually and by using tools within FCPX.
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Often times you will need to edit footage from multiple cameras and an external audio recorder. To do this, you will have to create a multicam sequence, which is easier said than done.
In this second free lesson of our full course, Learn Final Cut Pro X, I offer a tutorial in creating a multicam sequence.
I will walk you through all the steps of creating a multicam sequence, both inside Final Cut Pro X and in using the third party app Plural Eyes, so you can begin creating more complex videos.
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Sometimes your footage isn't always perfect. However, if you know what you are doing in post production, you can use otherwise unusable shaky footage.
One of the better features of Final Cut Pro X is its ability to perform image stabilization to make your footage look less like a Jason Bourne movie.
In this, the first video in a five part series from inside of our new course, Learn Final Cut Pro X, I will show you how to use the stabilizer.
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Our new course on learning Final Cut Pro X is now live!
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