I'm so sorry for the audio, user error but I hope the conversation is still valuable! AND if you (beginner) want to shoot log, I just made THIS video for you!! NEW F-Log 2 guide: ruclips.net/video/8PQ_3pP9ogA/видео.html
It’s so tricky with LUTs because there are truly great ones that make for easier & awesome work, but mannnn there’s lots of money grabs out there too :/
I just started using a X-S20 and for me the regular footage is beautiful and I am happy with the colors and dynamic range straight out of camera. The VLOG setting helps to limit certain options so I'm not overwhelmed (I'm coming from making videos with an iPhone) so again I'm very happy with the simpler options in the camera. I can see myself in a year or two exploring F-Log 2 as a way to take things to the next level. Thanks for your content!
That right there is a great method! I do love the VLOG mode making the camera more simple so it’s not intimidating. And as you progress you can slowly take more steps just as you said! Thanks a ton for dropping the comment as a beginner, it’s affirming that this video is good to hear 👌🏼
I completely agree! I started playing with cameras and shooting videos since I was 5 (18 years ago now) and went through all the phases of idolizing gear, wanting to get max DR from log, etc. for “professional” shoots where I want the control it makes sense to have that control in post. But in the 99% of other times where I am just out and about or getting footage with friends, it’s just so much more convenient to shoot in rec709. For personal clips, the objective is to get a shot and have it in my memory archive. I don’t need 10-14 stops or DR or want to heavily color grade or create proxy clips of my friends out an about. Shooting jn rec 709 just removes any hurdles in my process and actually make me want to view/sequence/post my clips without any hassle or significant effort. Same thing with photos: if It looks good enough in camera and I don’t plan on doing major edits, jpegs all the way. I downgraded from the Gh5 to the xt30 because it was just too overkill for my needs. As long as I just expose in camera right, I know Fuji colors (Astia or classic chrome) will be more than enough for me. If I really need more wiggle room, I’ll just turn down highlights and shadows to -2 or shoot in eterna. It has made my process and overall shooting experience so much more enjoyable. Sometimes simple is better, especially in workflows
I love this whole comment. Honestly this could’ve been my script for this video haha! Such a great personal story to illustrate this idea, thanks so much for adding to the conversation!
I’d say I’m semi-professional and I’ve just upgraded from x-t3 to x-h2s. Shot my first music video on it the other day and after tests, I think the standard profile is for me. I used a mix of standard and f-log profiles on the x-t3 but now I feel like standard profile is getting amazing results without all the extra work. I’m still getting used to this new camera so I didnt want to risk missing/incorrectly exposing anything because it was a big job but I will delve into f-log2 asap. Always good videos here mate, cheers 🫡
I'm so sorry for the audio, user error but I hope the conversation is still valuable! AND if you (beginner) want to shoot log, I just made THIS video for you!! NEW F-Log 2 guide: ruclips.net/video/8PQ_3pP9ogA/видео.html
I’m happy you said what you said about LUTs. Also agree with everything you said
It’s so tricky with LUTs because there are truly great ones that make for easier & awesome work, but mannnn there’s lots of money grabs out there too :/
I just started using a X-S20 and for me the regular footage is beautiful and I am happy with the colors and dynamic range straight out of camera. The VLOG setting helps to limit certain options so I'm not overwhelmed (I'm coming from making videos with an iPhone) so again I'm very happy with the simpler options in the camera. I can see myself in a year or two exploring F-Log 2 as a way to take things to the next level. Thanks for your content!
That right there is a great method! I do love the VLOG mode making the camera more simple so it’s not intimidating. And as you progress you can slowly take more steps just as you said! Thanks a ton for dropping the comment as a beginner, it’s affirming that this video is good to hear 👌🏼
I completely agree! I started playing with cameras and shooting videos since I was 5 (18 years ago now) and went through all the phases of idolizing gear, wanting to get max DR from log, etc. for “professional” shoots where I want the control it makes sense to have that control in post. But in the 99% of other times where I am just out and about or getting footage with friends, it’s just so much more convenient to shoot in rec709. For personal clips, the objective is to get a shot and have it in my memory archive. I don’t need 10-14 stops or DR or want to heavily color grade or create proxy clips of my friends out an about. Shooting jn rec 709 just removes any hurdles in my process and actually make me want to view/sequence/post my clips without any hassle or significant effort. Same thing with photos: if It looks good enough in camera and I don’t plan on doing major edits, jpegs all the way. I downgraded from the Gh5 to the xt30 because it was just too overkill for my needs. As long as I just expose in camera right, I know Fuji colors (Astia or classic chrome) will be more than enough for me. If I really need more wiggle room, I’ll just turn down highlights and shadows to -2 or shoot in eterna. It has made my process and overall shooting experience so much more enjoyable. Sometimes simple is better, especially in workflows
I love this whole comment. Honestly this could’ve been my script for this video haha! Such a great personal story to illustrate this idea, thanks so much for adding to the conversation!
dude the thumbnail got me.... AKA Clay got me haha! ;)
We’re all here for more clay 🎉
Cool
@@MarcBossYT very cool indeed
I’d say I’m semi-professional and I’ve just upgraded from x-t3 to x-h2s. Shot my first music video on it the other day and after tests, I think the standard profile is for me. I used a mix of standard and f-log profiles on the x-t3 but now I feel like standard profile is getting amazing results without all the extra work. I’m still getting used to this new camera so I didnt want to risk missing/incorrectly exposing anything because it was a big job but I will delve into f-log2 asap. Always good videos here mate, cheers 🫡
That’s some excellent insight!! I think it’s a smart choice! *truly no bigger mistake than missing the shot haha