I have to agree. I was at Alpha Festival in Joburg but I didn’t get the opportunity to chat to Jacques, but his passion for filmmaking came through during his presentation. As always, great work Jacques 👏🏽.
This is amazing! When everyone talks about complicated gears or editing for film making, Jacques focuses on what is really important. Just by showing how much a simple handheld shot and a gimbal shot could show you two different emotions with the same place, lighting and with the same subject was incredible ❤️ This video is really informative and easy to follow for basically anyone 💯
Wow, Ashish! Thank you so much for the really kind words. I sincerely appreciate that you feel this way about my videos. Means the world to me. Also, thank you so much for the support on my channel, I really do sincerely appreciate it! 🔥
Thank you so much for the kind compliment! I really appreciate it so much! 🙏Really glad you appreciate the detail! Thank you for your support as a subscriber!
This video does an amazing job at verbalizing the things we as videographers and filmmakers do daily, but often don't think about. 100% will be sharing this video with others!
Jacques, in my personal opinion, this is probably the best tutorial you've ever posted. Ive been pretty good when it comes to choosing one over the other but never knew how to explain it to myself in my head lol. PS. I did not know that South Africa has such incredible landscapes(clip of mountains).
Yooo Chris. Wow, dude, that is such a HUGE compliment to me. Thank you so much man. Really glad to hear! 🙏 Yea South Africa is truly a natural masterpiece! 😍
Moments always trump movement, another gem filled video from Jacques. I can't explain how much I learned from this very generous person. Now back to rewatching this again because there is a lot to unpack.
I never really thought of handheld being able to convey emotion more clearly than gimbal footage, but this totally makes sense! I definitely have felt that over-stabilized footage feels much less authentic overall. But, as you said, being able to use stabilization to highlight the subject purely is super helpful.
Jacques, you really put lot of effort in making this video, explained in very crystal clear way when to use use gimbal and when to avoid, at that time handheld is really good. The Feeling and movement part is really like you are giving the cinematography tips to film Hollywood movies. Lots of information is packed in this video. Watching this video for last 1 hr repeatedly to take consideration in all the details you put into the video.
Wow, what a genuinely nice comment! 🙏 Thank you SO MUCH for taking the time to write such gracious feedback. Really happy to hear you find the video so valuable! 🙏
As a fellow South African i find it really inspiring to see so many great content creators growing. I currently have an Sony a7c with a dji rs3 mini and is obsessed with the never ending ideas and growth… at almost 30 i thing i have found my passion. Thanks for sharing.
Awesome video Jacques, we just upgraded to the RS3 Mini. Totally agree that there is a time and a place for gimbal work! Also really love the handheld look!
Great video Jacques, thank you ! One question: when you move handheld or with a gimbal do you change and x2 the shutter speed to get smooth results ? Or just the frame rate ?
Jacques, you are amazing, mate. I have never been this impressed with a video like this one. You are giving me more boost to fully embrace my photography and videography. I am amazed, though. Keep teaching us, Jacques. THANK YOU, MATE.
You are a seriously talented man! I’ve watched a bunch of your videos now and I’m blown away buy the quality of your work AND how good theses videos are. So informative. I’ve learnt more from a few of your videos than I have some paid courses. Thank you!
Thats the video I was looking for haha its truly great to see the difference and also get to see the possibilities and abilities of each way of moving the camera.. love it!
Best video about whether using a gymbal or handheld. I simply love handheld and I was considering buying the Ronin RS3, but for now, I think I'm ok with the handheld look.
this is by far one of the best and most informative movies i’ve ever came across on YT regarding cinematic video! WOW absolutely appreciate you sharing your knowledge. So glad i came across your video, new follower alert!
Jacques my brother! Your videos are truly the best. So easily digestible with loads of invaluable knowledge. Thank you for being such a great influence and teacher to myself and many more!
Yewww Naeem. Dude, thank you so much for your comment and for your support on my videos dude. I am really glad you're finding the videos so useful. Thanks bro! 🙏
The way you explain this is like I have the same way of filming. I prefer always handheld on short films.. gimbal for portrait videos.. etc. Many movies they do use very steady shots.. gimbal but those are very well planned so that's why it looks so good. This is very important to learn when to use gimbal and when handheld.. if you mix wrong in one project gimbal / handheld.. the project can fail just because of that. Thank you for this very informative video .
Absolutely! Thank you so much for the comment, I really appreciate your support on the channel. Glad you resonated with the video and that you found it helpful! 🙏
It's a good video. Definitely a good resource for folks who maybe don't understand that the framing and motion of a shot should always be in service to the story you're trying to tell.
Every time I watch your tutorials, I feel motivated to keep improving my filming skills. I've learned quite a lot of camera-handling skills from you since discovering your channel a few months ago. So thanks a lot.
Hey hey, that's very good news. Thank you so much for taking the time to let me know. Very happy that you have learnt so much. Thank you for your support on my channel! 🙏
Excellent job! Great explanation for uses! I've been contemplating getting a Gimbal and your explanation for everything put it all in perspective! Well done! Thank you! Cheers!
I repeat myself in every comment, but what should I do when every time after your video we learn something smart and useful and restore something forgotten. Great video easy to follow as always. Cheers🍻
Masterclass on cinematography. Nicely done Jacques! I'm patiently waiting on a release date of your udemy educational course...wink..wink. Btw, I'm a newbie that has been scouring the web for education like this. Thank you for sharing your work and knowledge.
Really useful beautifully told and so true. You’ve described what should be intuitive to us all who make videos. But to have a blueprint like yours is a real gem. Thank you 🌹
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Met Jacques in real life, what an awesome humble guy . His passion is truly infectious and shines through even more when you meet him.
Thank you Thomas, that means sooo much to me! Local support goes a long way on here :)
I have to agree. I was at Alpha Festival in Joburg but I didn’t get the opportunity to chat to Jacques, but his passion for filmmaking came through during his presentation.
As always, great work Jacques 👏🏽.
Lol now I want to go to Joburg just to meet him!
Not enough videos out there on psychology / purpose / WHY of camera choices. Great video. Jacques does it again!
Yo, Marshall. Thank you so much man. Really appreciate your comment! 🙏
@@jacques_crafford Absolutely stunning video. Please check your email
This is amazing! When everyone talks about complicated gears or editing for film making, Jacques focuses on what is really important. Just by showing how much a simple handheld shot and a gimbal shot could show you two different emotions with the same place, lighting and with the same subject was incredible ❤️ This video is really informative and easy to follow for basically anyone 💯
Wow, Ashish! Thank you so much for the really kind words. I sincerely appreciate that you feel this way about my videos. Means the world to me. Also, thank you so much for the support on my channel, I really do sincerely appreciate it! 🔥
You can tell Jacques is passionate about his work. Its the relentless attention to detail and the seemingly limitless energy.
Thank you so much for the kind compliment! I really appreciate it so much! 🙏Really glad you appreciate the detail! Thank you for your support as a subscriber!
It's insane the amount of valuable information you fit into a 9 minute video, Jacques.
So stoked you find it valuable, thanks mate!
The only filmmaker with heart and lots of love. Thank you.
Thank you for the kind words! 🙏
This video does an amazing job at verbalizing the things we as videographers and filmmakers do daily, but often don't think about. 100% will be sharing this video with others!
Great explanations, great video; thanks for sharing!
0:42 how did you get such a stable shot handheld there? Is it sony active stab? or did you use catalyst browse?
Jacques, you're a legend. The way you explain things is completely clear. Thank you. Been a fan of this channel for a while. Keep up the great work.
That's a massive compliment, thanks Hugo, appreciate you supporting my channel!
Another great video man, you're the best.
Thank you so much, I really appreciate the support! 🙏
Finally found a video that actually talks about the why of camera use/choices! Loved the content!
Jacques, in my personal opinion, this is probably the best tutorial you've ever posted. Ive been pretty good when it comes to choosing one over the other but never knew how to explain it to myself in my head lol.
PS. I did not know that South Africa has such incredible landscapes(clip of mountains).
Yooo Chris. Wow, dude, that is such a HUGE compliment to me. Thank you so much man. Really glad to hear! 🙏
Yea South Africa is truly a natural masterpiece! 😍
Moments always trump movement, another gem filled video from Jacques. I can't explain how much I learned from this very generous person. Now back to rewatching this again because there is a lot to unpack.
Ah, Mark! Thank you so much dude, I really appreciate it. Such an awesome comment! 🙏
most of that footage is shockingly gorgeous lol just wow!
I am now on my way to what I dreamed of and when I arrive I will never forget to thank you for helping me...lots of love for your creativity.
Loved your differences using the Gimbal and going handheld.. I feel this is the Perfect answer people like me who were looking for the answer.
I never really thought of handheld being able to convey emotion more clearly than gimbal footage, but this totally makes sense! I definitely have felt that over-stabilized footage feels much less authentic overall. But, as you said, being able to use stabilization to highlight the subject purely is super helpful.
Glad it was helpful and that you were able to gain some insight from the video! Thank you so much for your comment! 🔥
YES. More videos on the subjects of WHEN AND WHY
Glad you like the when and why format. Thanks for watching! 🙏🏼
Best to the point informational video I have seen. With clear concepts and only 'costing' 9 minutes of my time. Amazing!!
Wow, Thomas, that's such a huge compliment. Thank you! 🙏
By far the best video I've seen on this subject! Thank you!!
Wow, Tyler, thank you so much for that! 🙏Really appreciate the support!
I wish I could subscribe twice. Excellent insights!
Thanks so much for the huge compliment! 🙏
I like the contrast you get when you start with one and switch to the other. It helps highlight the change in emotion or energy.
Yea it definitely does! There is a time and a place for both styles! 🙏
Jacques, you really put lot of effort in making this video, explained in very crystal clear way when to use use gimbal and when to avoid, at that time handheld is really good. The Feeling and movement part is really like you are giving the cinematography tips to film Hollywood movies. Lots of information is packed in this video. Watching this video for last 1 hr repeatedly to take consideration in all the details you put into the video.
Wow, what a genuinely nice comment! 🙏 Thank you SO MUCH for taking the time to write such gracious feedback. Really happy to hear you find the video so valuable! 🙏
Thank you for sharing an important factor ( from 7.50 to 8.14).Few words but really helpful 👍👏👏
So happy to hear that, it made a difference for me that's why I am so passionate about it!
As a fellow South African i find it really inspiring to see so many great content creators growing.
I currently have an Sony a7c with a dji rs3 mini and is obsessed with the never ending ideas and growth… at almost 30 i thing i have found my passion.
Thanks for sharing.
Dude thanks man, local support goes a long way here on the channel! It's never too late I can tell you that much :) Enjoy the journey!
Awesome video Jacques, we just upgraded to the RS3 Mini. Totally agree that there is a time and a place for gimbal work! Also really love the handheld look!
Yeeew thanks guys, so stoked you like it! Congrats on the RS3 Mini, damn I also want one haha enjoy
@@jacques_crafford It's so light and easy to use for for the run and gun style. I loved the last bit of advice you gave though. Moment > Movement👌
I don’t think (in all the YT videos I’ve watched) I have seen such a useful description of when to consider handheld over gimbal! Dankie!
Nice man, these are the types of comments that inspire me to push even harder! Plesier en dankie bra!
Great video Jacques, thank you ! One question: when you move handheld or with a gimbal do you change and x2 the shutter speed to get smooth results ? Or just the frame rate ?
I completely agree. It's all about motivation and purpose. 🎞️ 🤝🙏
Jacques, you are amazing, mate. I have never been this impressed with a video like this one. You are giving me more boost to fully embrace my photography and videography. I am amazed, though. Keep teaching us, Jacques. THANK YOU, MATE.
Yeewww thank you so much for the super kind words and for your continued support as a subscriber on the channel. Really appreciate it big time! 🙏
Your grading is the best I ever sawed
the best explanation across all the platforms!
Such great info! Thanks Jacques!!
Really appreciate the comment, thank you! 🙏
Best explanation so far!
Thanks for the information Jacques, love the delivery. Be well.
Another MasterClass. Thanks so much for sharing your thought process.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for all of your support on my videos, Erik! 🔥🙏
Perfectly explains why I use handheld- thank you
Capturing a great moment is much better than creating a cool movement.🙌🏾
Such an important lesson to learn! 🔥
Jacques Brother I love your explaining things is completely clear.
Yo, Matthew! Glad to hear it was clear! Appreciate the comment! 🙏
@@jacques_crafford I like you so much💌
My favorite RUclipsr 🥰...Love from Nigeria 🙏
Ahh thank you so much for the kind words! 🔥
Fantastic perspective. Many thanks
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you. 🙏
You make it very sample and easy to understand , thanks Jacques
Really happy to hear you think so. Thank you for supporting the channel! 🙏
Would love a video on your handheld setup with the side handle, monitor etc. Keep up the great work Jacques
Great video Jacques! Thanks for sharing this.
Hey, glad you think so. Thanks for commenting and for support the channel as a subscriber!🙏
Very useful and I like that you support your argument with great examples.
You are a seriously talented man! I’ve watched a bunch of your videos now and I’m blown away buy the quality of your work AND how good theses videos are. So informative. I’ve learnt more from a few of your videos than I have some paid courses. Thank you!
Thats the video I was looking for haha its truly great to see the difference and also get to see the possibilities and abilities of each way of moving the camera.. love it!
haha so glad to hear that. Thank you for watching and for commenting! 🙏🏼
Loved your statement - “Moments trump movements”. Overall a brilliant video for those learning videography. Regards, Abi
Glad you appreciated that! 🔥
Best video about whether using a gymbal or handheld. I simply love handheld and I was considering buying the Ronin RS3, but for now, I think I'm ok with the handheld look.
0:56 what filter do you have on the camera? shots look great
Your videos are flipping solid Jacques. Very well put together and informative.
So stoked to hear that, thanks Nic!
Clear explanation and details
Respect❤
Thanks a lot 😊🙏
Epic as always Jaques! Well done and thank you!
Yo thanks Ant, appreciate your support!🙏
Your teaching skills are so amazing.
Really glad you think so, thank you! 🙏
I simply wanna say you are the best, I learned a lot, thank you
Curious to know how are you managing focus when on a gimbal? Are you set to infinity or are you using manual focus or auto focus? Thnx
that shopping cart dolly is dope
Fantastic explanation of the approaches. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you🙏
This is the best video on gimbal vs. handheld out there. Thank you very much!
this is by far one of the best and most informative movies i’ve ever came across on YT regarding cinematic video! WOW absolutely appreciate you sharing your knowledge. So glad i came across your video, new follower alert!
Thank you for following and for watching. Really appreciate the support🙏
Thanks for the video
Only a pleasure mate!
amazing video. Why and when is one of the most important thing to learn when talking about gear
Thanks man! Yea it absolutely is! 🙏
Jacques my brother! Your videos are truly the best. So easily digestible with loads of invaluable knowledge. Thank you for being such a great influence and teacher to myself and many more!
I'm agrea with you
Yewww Naeem. Dude, thank you so much for your comment and for your support on my videos dude. I am really glad you're finding the videos so useful. Thanks bro! 🙏
Very good advice! Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it!🙏🏼🙏🏼
Movement and feeeling i love it! You nailed it i learnt a lot from this and love your style
Your content is so thorough and you explain everything so clearly- thank you!
I am really happy to hear that you enjoy it! Thank you so much. 🙏
Your tutorials are amazig, great job, I love it! 👍👍👍
Really glad you think so, thanks for tuning in! 🙏 🙏 🙏
Love this, I understand now that both are useful in their own way!
The way you explain this is like I have the same way of filming. I prefer always handheld on short films.. gimbal for portrait videos.. etc. Many movies they do use very steady shots.. gimbal but those are very well planned so that's why it looks so good. This is very important to learn when to use gimbal and when handheld.. if you mix wrong in one project gimbal / handheld.. the project can fail just because of that. Thank you for this very informative video .
Absolutely! Thank you so much for the comment, I really appreciate your support on the channel. Glad you resonated with the video and that you found it helpful! 🙏
Super informative…explains how to think and get result!🎉
Glad you found it helpful. Thanks for the comment! 🙏
Full-heartedly agree, this is when and when not to use either of the two. Great video!
Awesome, thanks for taking the time to comment mate!
so glad ive found your channel tonight best from oz down under!
Yooo Steve, so glad to have you here! 🔥
Another killer professional video, very well made and insightful
So happy to hear that, thanks for your kind words!
quality content, thank you for explaining in dept
Glad you liked it! Appreciate the comment! 🙏
8:46 how do you focus with the cine lenses? is it a nucleus or raven eye? or a focus puller?
Gracias por aclarar mis dudas.
Thank you so much and thank you for your support on my channel! 🙏
Wow this explanation video was excellent
Really glad to hear! 🙏
Seriously, you are such a great teacher! Thanks for your videos, I am finding them so helpful!
You are so welcome! Thank you so much for watching and for taking the time to comment! 🔥
Wow thank you for this video very informative!
Thanks for commenting, glad you found the vid informative! 🙏
It's a good video. Definitely a good resource for folks who maybe don't understand that the framing and motion of a shot should always be in service to the story you're trying to tell.
Absolutely! Thank you so much for your comment, glad you enjoyed the video! 🙏
Every time I watch your tutorials, I feel motivated to keep improving my filming skills. I've learned quite a lot of camera-handling skills from you since discovering your channel a few months ago. So thanks a lot.
Hey hey, that's very good news. Thank you so much for taking the time to let me know. Very happy that you have learnt so much. Thank you for your support on my channel! 🙏
Great tips right here in this video❤
Really happy to hear you think so! 🙏🏼
Oh wow!! This is such valuable information to me. Instant sub.
Thank you so much 💜
Wow, thank you so much for the kind words and sub! 🙏
Excellent video! Thanks for sharing Jacques!
Stoked man, thanks for taking the time to comment!
Just discovered this channel 30 min ago . Already in love 😊thank you for your valuable tips !!
Yay happy to hear that! Hope to share lots more with you Elena!
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Excellent job! Great explanation for uses! I've been contemplating getting a Gimbal and your explanation for everything put it all in perspective! Well done! Thank you! Cheers!
Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much for watching! 🙏🏼
ur d best sir this is one of the best video I watched and explained well how to use gimbal and handheld thank you so much sir 🙏🏻🙇🏻
So nice of you to say! Thank you so much for the compliment! 🔥
Top top guy! Insanely informative content which makes so much sense!
Appreciate it and really glad to hear that you found it helpful! 🔥
Excellent video! Feeling is key and moments trump movements i love it!
Glad you liked that part. Thank you for the comment! 🙏
You know you use Music Bed too much when you recognize all the songs in the background 🤣 Top tier video work as always my friend.
haha love that! 🤣🤣 Thanks so much, really nice of you to say man! 🔥
I repeat myself in every comment, but what should I do when every time after your video we learn something smart and useful and restore something forgotten. Great video easy to follow as always. Cheers🍻
Thank you my friend, your comments are always a great encouragement to me! So happy to hear you feel this way :)
great and practical information, appreciate the time you took to make this video!
Thank you so much for taking the time to comment! Really appreciate it and glad you found the video informative! 🔥
absolutely some your videos man ! really great for me to learn a lot of new things!
I am super stoked to hear that! 🙏
Masterclass on cinematography. Nicely done Jacques! I'm patiently waiting on a release date of your udemy educational course...wink..wink. Btw, I'm a newbie that has been scouring the web for education like this. Thank you for sharing your work and knowledge.
Stumbled upon this amazing video. You explained it so simple and clean without much drama what others do which is also shown in your work. Kudos..
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for taking the time to comment! 🙏
Good tips Jacques, thanks for another good video. Love your work bud.
Really so thankful to hear that. Thank you so much. 🙏
Really useful beautifully told and so true. You’ve described what should be intuitive to us all who make videos. But to have a blueprint like yours is a real gem. Thank you 🌹
Hey there! Thank you so much for your super nice comment, I really appreciate it so much! 🔥 Glad to hear that you liked it!
very thoughful, thank you mate!
Glad it helped! 🙏