Engaging videos are one of the most powerful storytelling elements around. Whether used for a personal post, to sell product, or to solicit donations, a good video with emotional appeal works wonders. However, many struggle to determine what elements are truly necessary to achieve optimal video engagement. Let’s take a
As a photographer, there’s no doubt you understand good composition and what it takes to create a beautiful image. But when moving to videography, master these four things to ensure a smooth transition to high-quality video acquisition. Stability Now that you are shooting video, you’re capturing multiple frames per second
Photographers, videographers, and vloggers are always looking to lighten the load when traveling. I do not do a lot of videos when I travel. My experience is with full-length videos. The video head I am using is, well, probably over 20 years old. It still works well, but when given
These days, being able to capture video as well as stills is vital, fortunately, gone are the days where accessories for videographers cost an arm and a leg. The creative market has seen a radical shift. Of course, you can still have a decent career as a photographer. However, if
Kids are going back to school and another year of memories are waiting to be captured. Parents always remember to take the required “first day of school” photo, but often don’t think about recording video memories. This quick guide will help you get the best video clips of your child.
Ask a group of photographers whether they prefer tilt or fully articulated LCD screens, and you’ll likely have a war on your hands. I grew up in the 80s and 90s using film cameras that had tiny LCD screens that showed how many shots I had left on a roll
As vlogging becomes more popular than ever before, camera manufacturers are scrambling to get their share of the market, with Canon being the latest to possibly enter the vlogging arena. Cameras designed for vlogging are nothing new. However, there seems to be an influx of cameras lately aiming to steal
If you’re planning on branching out into the world of videography but are unsure which gimbal is suitable for you, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Many photographers have transitioned into hybrid content creators because the market has demanded it. Now, many clients desire both stills and videos, which is
Zhiyun has become a significant player in the gimbal market, and they’re hoping the Zhiyun Weebill 3 will help them cement their place in this arena even more. The Zhiyun Weebill 3 is a gimbal aimed squarely at professional videographers, unlike the Zhiyun Crane M3, which is aimed at beginners
If you are looking for a compact on-camera monitor that offers a lot of value, the Elvid 5″ RigVision Monitor may be for you. As someone experienced with the Atomos line of monitors, I was admittedly apprehensive to try out this monitor. But I soon learned that it packs a
Smartphones and the cameras they house have come a long way over the last few years. We’ve seen sensors with large megapixel counts, advanced autofocus capabilities, and some spellbinding software trickery. However, the new Sony Xperia 1 IV features a new first; a true optical zoom. Sony has been blurring
These days, being able to capture stunning still images and videos is vital. Fortunately, long gone are the days when accessories for videographers cost an arm and a leg. Now, you can get quality gear at affordable prices. There’s no denying that the creative market has seen a radical shift.
