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LA based Cinematographer | Helping aspiring filmmakers grow their craft.
Writing Dialogue That Works - Filmmaking Course TEASER
This video discusses techniques for writing effective dialogue in films and storytelling. It emphasizes that dialogue should convey emotion, connection, and provide clues about what will happen next. This video uses examples from a fictional story to illustrate how to create compelling dialogue that engages the audience and avoids disconnects between their expectations and what is presented.
Key points include:
1.) Establishing character backstories
2.) Creating pain points or obstacles for characters to overcome
3.) Using dialogue to foreshadow future events.
COURSE RELEASE DATE - 09/09/2024
0:00 Intro
0:33 Why Dialogue Is Important
0:43 Example
1:13 Struggling?
1:26 Module Teaser
4:13 3 Key Thin...
Key points include:
1.) Establishing character backstories
2.) Creating pain points or obstacles for characters to overcome
3.) Using dialogue to foreshadow future events.
COURSE RELEASE DATE - 09/09/2024
0:00 Intro
0:33 Why Dialogue Is Important
0:43 Example
1:13 Struggling?
1:26 Module Teaser
4:13 3 Key Thin...
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Sigma VS DZO - Full Frame Comparison
Просмотров 14514 дней назад
This video compares two sets of prime lenses - the Sigma Cine Full Frame Primes and the DZO Vespid Primes. It discusses the features and characteristics of each lens set, including sharpness, color rendition, focus throw, and bokeh. I share my experience using both lens sets for various commercial, documentary, and narrative projects. I highlight the clinical and detailed look of the Sigma lens...
Filmmaking for Beginners - Blocking A Scene
Просмотров 354Месяц назад
Teaser for my upcoming filmmaking course on "How to create compelling stories" highlighting Module 5: Blocking a scene. COURSE RELEASE DATE - 09/09/2024 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to my channel so you're notified of all future content. Like the video if you brought you value and leave a comment down below with your thoughts! ▶ Check out my gear on Kit: kit.co/atdavidlee Gear Used in This Video: ...
Blazar Remus 1.5X Silver Anamorphics - What You've Been Waiting For?
Просмотров 1,8 тыс.Месяц назад
This video covers a review of the Blazer Remus 1.5x anamorphic lens set. They are affordable yet high-quality anamorphic lenses that meet my long-awaited criteria: lightweight, compact, fast aperture (at least T2), sharp (at least T2.8), and neutral flare. Key features include the 77mm front thread, 80mm outer diameter, and 150-degree rotation throw. The set costs $2,799 for three lenses or $99...
Should You Buy The Sony FX6 in 2024?
Просмотров 8 тыс.Месяц назад
The video discusses whether you should buy the Sony FX6 camera in 2024. It highlights five key reasons why the FX6 could be a good purchase: 1). The built-in variable ND filter 2). The ability to shoot 4K at high frame rates up to 120fps 3). Dual XLR audio inputs 4). Excellent low-light performance with a base ISO of 12,800 5). Seamless integration for existing Sony users The video emphasizes t...
5 Ways To Make Your Next Commercial Shoot A Success
Просмотров 2472 месяца назад
This video provides five tips for making a successful commercial shoot. It emphasizes the importance of crafting a story that solves the client's problem, visualizing ideas through storyboarding, hiring appropriate talent (actors or models), narrowing down the shot list to essential shots, and considering the desired pacing and music to set the tone. I also suggest following up with the client ...
3 Reasons To Upgrade To A "Cinema Camera"
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This video discusses three main reasons for upgrading to a cinema camera, which is defined as a video-centric camera costing a few thousand dollars. The first reason is to become an owner-operator, where having your own cinema camera package is expected when hired for specific camera positions. The second reason is to become a cinematographer or director of photography, as most professionals in...
How To Film Industrial Videos
Просмотров 4223 месяца назад
This video provides a comprehensive guide on how to shoot industrial videos, which are industry-specific film or commercial projects focused on materials, services, or utilities. The key points discussed include the importance of location scouting, obtaining special access or permissions, adhering to safety guidelines and equipment requirements, selecting appropriate equipment based on the shoo...
VERY Under Rated Lens - Sony 20mm F1.8 G Lens Review
Просмотров 1,8 тыс.3 месяца назад
This video discusses the Sony 20mm F1.8 G lens, which I consider to be an underrated and versatile lens for various purposes, including behind-the-scenes content creation, vlogging, and photography. I highlight the lens's compact size, lightweight, fast aperture f/1.8, and good optical quality as key reasons for choosing it. The video covers the lens's characteristics, such as focus breathing, ...
Wide Open Apertures - Avoid These Mistakes
Просмотров 6404 месяца назад
The article discusses three scenarios where a cinematographer should consider shooting with a wide-open aperture. The first scenario is when the background is boring or lacks visual interest, shooting wide open can help eliminate the unappealing background. The second scenario is when using a wide-angle lens in a confined space, where there is not enough depth to create background separation. T...
How RGBWW LED Mats Can Help You
Просмотров 4144 месяца назад
Intellytech Mini Mega-3FC Hands On Review #lighting #filmmaking #cinematography Chapter Breakdown: 0:00 Intro 0:50 Why Lite Mats 1:45 What's In The Box 2:50 Frame Assembly 3:14 Attaching Light 3:53 Polyskirt 4:14 Power Supply Control 4:40 Menu System 5:10 1/2 vs Full Grid 6:43 Pop Up Diffuser 7:59 Beam Angle 9:09 Closing Link to Mini Mega-3FC: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1762550-REG/intellyt...
8th Place Trophies Documentary - Sony FX9 and RED Komodo
Просмотров 964 месяца назад
A documentary story about the world of competitive youth martial arts that follows two teenage black belts, their sensei and the societal pressures of growing up as young adults. Winner: Las Vegas Independent Film Festival Winner: Impact DOC Awards Los Angeles Official Selection: LA Sun Film Fest Director: David Lee Cinematographer: David Lee Camera Operator: Evan Chan Gaffer: Nate Brown Key Gr...
Are Anamorphic Lenses Worth It???
Просмотров 1965 месяцев назад
Is it worth it to buy or rent anamorphic lenses? In this video I give my experience on using anamorphic lenses from adapters to 2X anamorphic lenses. #anamorphic #lenses #cinematography Chapter Breakdown: 0:00 Intro 0:28 Unique Look 0:38 Vazen 1.8x 0:48 Boring Locations 1:13 Kowa 16H 1:25 Deliver Widescreen 2:17 Rent or Own? 2:41 Atlas Orions 3:49 SLR Magic 65 4:34 Closing Don't forget to SUBSC...
Film Festivals - Cost, Categories, What To Know
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Film Festivals - Cost, Categories, What To Know
LIGHTING NIGHT INTERIORS - FEATURE FILM BREAKDOWN
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LIGHTING NIGHT INTERIORS - FEATURE FILM BREAKDOWN
Tips for Making A Reel - Cinematographers
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Tips for Making A Reel - Cinematographers
How to Bounce Light - Amazon Breakdown
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How to Bounce Light - Amazon Breakdown
SHAPE Camera Operator Bag - Your All In One Camera Bag
Просмотров 8469 месяцев назад
SHAPE Camera Operator Bag - Your All In One Camera Bag
How To Light Fight Scenes - 360 Lighting
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How To Light Fight Scenes - 360 Lighting
Whats In My Lighting Kit - 2023 Year
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Whats In My Lighting Kit - 2023 Year
Proaim Victor 1.1 Video Production Camera Cart Review
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Proaim Victor 1.1 Video Production Camera Cart Review
Matthews RoadFlags II 48x48 Frame Review
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Matthews RoadFlags II 48x48 Frame Review
Thanks for the authentic and thorough video. Thanks for your time and take care
Glad you enjoyed! Thank you so much for leaving an actual comment haha! 🙏
Have these lenses and very happy with them, i was 1 of the first to pre-order. Thanks for the review.
Thank you for leaving a genuine comment!
Will the flare be red if point a red light on it? Since the flare color is neutral/silver.
Correct 👍
Bro only got 60 views for a high quality video😢
😂 not a lot of people on YouYube searching for this but I only want people who actually want to improve their storytelling to watch 👌. Appreciate ya man!
by far most used and favorite lens.
Great video! Love my fx9. Wondering is the rolling shutter is in super-35 mode. I know the Sony Burrano improves when not in 8k mode.
It’s pretty noticeable if you’re doing anything high speed or action oriented (cars, sports etc)
Which software do u use for editing commercial ads
I use Davinci Resolve now
@@atdavidlee thanks
If Sony were to release an FX9 II, what upgrades or new features would you most want to see?
4K 120fps at least in the 5K FF Crop mode or S35. A 6:5 or 3:2 Open Gate option. And XOCN-LT
I'm definitely keeping my eye on the 35mm and the 85mm Remus Lenses for my FX30! Very excited about this set!
Same!
it is very expensive. :(
I love them both! But when I'm looking for something with a little bit more character Id grab the Vespid's.
Facts!
Great comparison!
Glad you liked it!
Love this info. Thanks!
Hey man ! when you compare 20mm f1.8 & 24mm f1.4 gm, Which one is good travel & cinematic videos?
If you need wider than 24, go with the 20. If not, get the 24
Amazing stuff. Love the look, mate! Were you pulling focus yourself?
For the real time footage I had a focus puller on most of the days. Other days I pulled focus myself
Interesting you say pincushion. I have not noticed pincushion on any of the Remus anamorphic. Definitely plenty of barrel distortion though.
I’ve recently just bought an FX9 and tripod for a great deal. Your video was great at explaining your kit setup and your reasons why you have it. I’m looking to get the same rig. That Smallrig top plate is like gold dust here in the UK 😂 cannot find one anywhere. Shape, Tilta and Wooden Camera have their own but I’m not paying a massive premium on a cheese plate 😂
THANK YOU SO MUCH for this vid. I've been trying to find a more in-depth dive with the neutral silver flare version specifically. Appreciate it!
I’m glad the video helped 🙏
Hi david! I have been struggling to upload HQ videos on instagram for a while now. I do all the sequence settings and export settings exactly in the same format that’s required. I see those crystal clear videos on instagram and I’m always wondering or struggling how to do it. I don’t know if my record settings are wrong with the sony A7C i use. Every time i upload my quality dips even though I chose the high quality instagram settings. Could you please give me some advice please! 🙏
Right there with you
AWESOME!! I've been a subscriber for a long time and a huge fan of your films. sign me up.
Ahhh man thank you so so much! Will definitely let you know when the course is out!
i like your teaching keep doing it good job
100%! Thank you so much 🙏
Take my money NOWWWWWW!!!!!!!!!
LOL LFGOOOO
Great video. My 45 comes in tm. Excited to test it out!
Heck yeah!
Nice video and finally someone reviewing the silver flares. I tested the 45mm and the 65mm at a rental and the 65mm had much more chromatic aberration. So I ordered the 45mm with silver flare. How long did you wait for your order? :)
Yeah the CA is pretty noticeable. I was at the Blazar booth at Cinegear this year so putting my order in directly with them I got them the last week of June
Love getting the in use examples 🫡🔥🔥🔥
I always want those when I watch video reviews haha
I’m intrigued! Great review brother.
Thanks man! Definitely worth a rental for sure
@@atdavidlee I’m doing a pair of spec commercials soon. Would love your opinion! - atlas Orion or mercury - or maybe the blazars. I don’t have anything in my portfolio shot on anamorphic and think the project calls for it!
Great review! What flare color were these?
Neutral
@@atdavidlee Thanks, I watched it again and you did mention that!
Great video! I want these very bad!
Enjoyed this - thanks
Having a big object in front of a monitor like that is not a good idea. that would really hinder the filming process. It defeats the purpose of having a monitor.
Yes ❤ it.
Yes. Camera is great. In theory you pay it off in ~20 days of renting it out / using it. If the next version comes out, you have a great B cam, great cam to use to make money to buy the new one, or you can flip it pretty easily. There are plenty of people still using the FS7 and FS5, the cameras don’t become obsolete overnight when a new one comes out. Also, it takes a few years for the market to catch up to new cameras, so the FX6 is just now coming into its prime. Then, there’s that the stats have sort of stagnated. Cable TV isn’t broadcasting much 4K, and most things are still shot in 1080 anyway. The FX6 makes a fantastic 1080 image!
FX6 mark ii? A7siv so far i thought was going to be quadbayer from over 80mp to get 6k as the a7siii is doing over 45mp to have a 12.1mp sensor. It was never your pappys 4k. The low light performance and extra sharp image compared to other cameras with similar or better specs may be more about that, in my opinion, than extra sharpening and nr with camera processing. Sony claims so too but just doesn't put so much weight on it. The a7siv is supposed to have more dynamic range and low light because of this. Add in the demand to keep up with other specs like internal raw, cloud service, new ai chips, the c400 having 3 base isos and the fx6 mark ii is going to be a beast...assuming they actually keep the as7iv a quad bayer, even though that will require over 80mp to get our measly 6k. If they throw out quad Bayer for a more normal stacked bsi sensor or something and do 8k, it will just be another mirroless hybrid with nothing too special about the sensor going on. A7siv may come out later this year? Maybe? By next year, at the same time, when the fx6 mark ii is out, the fx6 may lose a some value. The mark ii won't be cheap. I'd say it could be 7,000-8,000. Maybe they would jack it up more. This will make a 4000 dollar kit out fx6 seem like a value thing.
That's impossible. An 80mp sensor readout would take sooo much time. Not happening anytime soon. We can barely do 16-24mp now
A7siii is 12.1x4...almost 45mp if you pull back the color filter array. That's what quadbayer is. To make a 6k quadbayer would require just that...over 80mp to start. Fx3, fx6; zev1, a7siii were never a normal 12.1 mp. It's almost like a hardware binning down to make it so fast while keeping some qualities of such high mp....especially low light. You never wondered why the above cameras were so sharp for the mp count and had so much color punch? 6k quadbayer is the latest rumor, though.
can u make a video showing how you sex the fx6 up on your gimbal?
I bought then sold it great camera but I can get the exact same image frm a7siii fx3 few extra buttons not worth that much money 🙏🏽
Over three years on the 6 and still loving it :) use it on 95% of my jobs.
Couldn’t agree more dude. I bought mine early 2021 and it’s still going strong!
The reasons I love this camera can be summarized with many acronyms. XLR + SDI + VND + AF + Dual-ISO. That being said, I can't tell you how many times I've thought about selling it for a Komodo-X. Oh, and the DJI R4D-8K is an insanely under-rated camera as well.
Haha, same here, and I’m still on the fence... But I’m convinced that if I sell it for the Komodo X, I’ll regret it since it’s very handy for certain projects (events, documentaries, and long recording as concerts, etc...). I'm thinking maybe instead of replacing it with the Red, I should save up to get it in addition. That way, I’d have everything I need: the FX3 + FX6 for low-budget corporate videos /events / long recordings / and documentaries. And also for those moments when extreme low-light filming is required. But If I add the KX to my collection, I’d have the right equipment for better-budget projects: music videos, commercials / corporate videos, short films, etc...
@@JeanSebastienLEGER Hello, do you feel the Sony FX6 isn't great for films? I'm asking because I am looking to purchase a new camera to elevate the type of work I get. I currently get work as a freelance videographer and editor and I use my Sony a6500. I also work making documentaries and want to get into camera operating for films and narrative projects. Do you feel the Sony FX6 is a good choice? I'm so overwhelmed with the options right now, lol but I need a camera that can do both corporate and narrative well.
@@hannahbyars8080 Sure, you can use it for short and feature films (and more), but for narrative projects, personally I'd choose a Red or a Blackmagic. If the budget allows, renting an ARRI would be ideal. It all comes down to your budget and what you need in your next camera. For example, the Blackmagic 6K full frame or the new Blackmagic Pyxis (basically the 6K FF with a different body design and better battery life) are excellent options. I used to own the Pocket 6K Pro (before switching to Sony), and I really miss its image quality (it was more "filmic"..) If I had to select one versatile camera, it would be the Blackmagic because it powers up much faster than the Red. It's also suitable for documentaries and delivers beautiful images, perfect for both narratives and commercials. While the FX6 is capable of doing everything, I prefer the image quality from Blackmagic or Red. Some people like the Sony aesthetic, but it looks more "digital" to me (and I hate Prores Raw, it's nowhere as good as Braw or Red Raw). Consider that you can buy an used Ursa 12K/Ursa G2 along with a new Blackmagic 6K FF/Pyxis for the cost of a FX6. Alternatively, you can mix brands, like the Fuji XH2S/Panasonic S5IIX/Sony FX3/C70 (for corporate work) paired with the Blackmagic 6K full frame (for narratives and more). To be honest, I did everything with my Pocket 6K Pro (music videos, corporate, commercials, weddings, short films, documentaries, etc.), and it was my favorite camera! I regret selling it... It wasn’t perfect at all (odd body design, low battery life, cheap plastic, slow rolling shutter,...), but the menu, codecs, price, and image quality were exceptional! My Sony cameras are real workhouses, but I don’t use them with the same passion. It's hard to explain 😅. I rented the Komodo for a music video recently and loved it! However, I wouldn’t use it for documentaries (too slow to start, + black shading), but it’s great for narratives, music videos, commercials, and corporate work. Do you need autofocus? Personally, I don’t use it much because I prefer manual focus 95% of the time, even with my Sony cameras. Also, don’t be overly impressed by the dual ISO at 12800-it’s quite noisy... You need to overexpose by two stops to clean up the blacks. I mostly stick to 800 ISO. It's useful for documentaries and low-budget corporate videos, but I never use 12800 ISO for narratives or commercials. The variable ND is what keeps me from selling this camera - it’s magical! I don't think a perfect camera exists yet (that does everything well); some cameras are simply better suited for specific types of projects. For instance, I love using my FX6 for documentaries (and run'n'gun projects such as events, low budget corporate videos,...), so I'll be holding onto it!
Most enjoyable, thank you, David.
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Always love your support Nico!
If I’m filming 90% inside of the rooms … does it make any sense for me? I usually have a kind of rode style cover on my ntg4+
For rooms you won't need a blimp. They're more suitable for outdoor use where there's a lot of wind.
The Realest DP on RUclips. Follow up with clients is a clutch move, and honestly one I unfortunately wasn't doing. Definitely going to add that into my business workings right away!
so NEVER use S Q ...use 1080p 120fps
Hi! thanks but what is it's name or where to find it?
Really like how you put this together, David! Solid points 👌
This is an informative presentation. Question: Do you recommend choosing a cinema camera from certain brands such as Sony, Canon, and Red? I ask because there are older cinema cameras that can be purchased used (e.g., EVA1 and Varicam LT).
Great question. I look at the camera system that I like personally and then research if it's a camera that is popular on production shoots (corporate, commercial, narrative etc). In the last 4 years the main cameras i've owned that have gotten me a lot of work are the FS7, FX9, FX6
@@atdavidlee I appreciate your advice. It’s looking like Sony cinema cameras are in demand. As a LUMIX user, I am looking hard at investing in Sony’s or Canon’s cinema cameras!
Super informative video, where I can find those websites for finance a cinema camera?
You can google search "sony camera finance" and replace sony with any other camera brand and you'll find the websites. Here's the sony one as reference pro.sony/ue_US/products/broadcast-zero-percent-financing
*I bought the FX30 because I wanted to do video only for my RUclips channel and I traded in my ZV-1 & A6400 and since it's an APS-C Camera My Lens from my a6400 will work, Plus that Dual SD Slot just bought a CFExpress for it also*
the FX30 has been a very popular camera!
I recently bout Sony entry cinema camera the FX30. Pairing it with the helios 44-2 is the probably one of the best decisions I ever made.
Love your video. Just subscribed to your channel as well .
Welcome to the channel and thank you for sharing when you bought the FX30!