in one of the last frames with the boxes of camera gear, you had the 24mm pancake lense. what would you typically shoot with that? i've got it as well and if you've got any pointers that'd be great
Probably one of the most overlooked subjects in photography is architectural photography. I shot architectural shots for years w a Sinar 4x5, now I use a Fuji GX680. It has the tilt/shift and rise and fall of a large format camera, so buying a tilt shift lens is pointless really. I shot black and white exclusively (no color work here), which made me lose a lot of business but it also helped me gain a solid repeat customer base. A lot good tips on this video for those who are thinking about taking this on. It's hard work, so be ready to do it but once you get going you won't think too much about it and one more thing and I cannot stress this enough: Enjoy what you do, as it will show up in your product.
Hi, I'm an interior designer and visualizer just starting out in architectural photography. I wanted to appreciate your video-it's very helpful! Looking forward to learning more from your channel and applying it to my work. Thank you!
I have been watching your videos since 2019 when I started Architecture school way out in South Africa. And I just keep re watching your videos, I am still an amateur but I am planning to start architectural photography and your videos are just amazing as always. Thank you for the content. Keep safe in these stressing times of Covid.
I'm working on a senior project (for my last year at high school) related to architecture and I just want to say how helpful your channel has been! You're someone I aspire to become one day. :)
I enjoyed the "details" part and the "declutter" part reminded me a lot of Japanese minimalism. Over time, I've found that my gear doesn't make much of a difference, some of my best shots are with inexpensive or out-dated gear. (Nonetheless, I really want the Fuji 16mm f/1.4 for arch.!) NB: I noticed you said that photography has helped you see more objectively, I bet you it's both, photography can help one see both more objectively and subjectively! The camera is, after all, the ultimate subjective view... Thanks for this, a video of a calming personality, colors, and pace.
Right now I'm using a Panasonic G85 for my videos and photography. I like the 4K, the colour, and the price. It's a very easy and fun camera to use. But, I like your Canon 6D MII for the image quality and rock solid autofocus. So an upgrade is in my future. Thanks for the great work! I really enjoy your channel.
@@MANaboutTOOLS gear is a real weakness of mine...you too? For upgrades it always depends whether you want to stay in the Panasonic family or not (presuming you have Panasonic glass and accessories already). For me Canon advantages are: autofocus (I never have to worry about it), color (it's natural + really appealing right out of the box even if you choose not to colorgrade) and the range of lenses available. If I were to upgrade, the next body I'd get would be the 5DMKIV amzn.to/2WtoQLh , mostly for the 120fps, but also b/c I'll want 4K at some point in the future, and I'm already invested in the Canon ecosystem. The bummer about the higher end Canon bodies is the lack of a flip screen. So all that said, I'm super happy with the 6DMKII right now (it's their least expensive full frame that has an flip screen)...so far it's been great and the dynamic range for folks like you and me is more than adequate. BTW - Love your work, esp. the voiceover quality...what mic are you using?
Yeah... I love gear too. It seems like there's no perfect camera out there. They all have something they lack that the other brand has. And thank you for your kind words and support! For my VO work I use a Sennheiser e835 Dynamic Mic with a Triton Fethead phantom in-line preamp. This runs into a Scarlette Solo USB interface. I hang blankets in my office to deaden the room the best I can.
Yeah, everybody is recommending it for video. I'we been dong mostly Revit stuff, but its time to move in to more architecture and design related topics! Your channel has been a grate inspiration, thank you!
Balkan Architect. How are u what a small world isn't it i like 30×40 also he is my mentor and u too obviously.... but to bad i would have suggested the 700d as u had the possibility to tilt the display the 70D its fixed (difficult specially if u whant to see what u are framing) and there is not much difference on the specs either..see u soon probably u are making some trick to show us tomorrow i wached the green curtain wall....HAHAHA
30X40 Design Workshop Hello you and Balkan are the only best people on YT architecture field Concise carismatic generous and my aim is to get u 1mil subscribers..... i always suggest u two anybody even if they are plumbers or electrician.... God bless u 2
Made the big jump from a 60D to a 5dsR after booking lots of jobs. This required me to upgrade all my glass to Tilt Shifts & L's. My next learning curve is learning 10-bit editing for publications.
Good job. Some of these points I had figured out (at least partially) on my own, but confirmation comforts. Other ideas proved new, interesting, and useful.
Great series - nothing better than a cup of coffee and watching and learning. I am a loving the titling on your video segments. Would you mind sharing the font you use? Please.
I own a painting and decorating company and we specialise in architectural builds. This has helped me so much in understanding how to get good quality images to use for my company.
Rebel T4i, and I rented a 15-35mm Tamron for my next gig... nice advice as I, especially, will now document more of the details, as well as the big picture. Thank you!
I just recently started subscribing to your channel and I really enjoy it. I decided to take an architecture class this last semester and it was one of the best things I've ever done. I found that I really found it interesting and love it. I really appreciate the art of it and just got a camera to start shooting. Thanks for all the tips!
Love your channel! Always inspiring and informative! It's very clear you have a passion to share the profession and your knowledge of it in many different aspects. I'm a bit of a late bloomer and will be starting school this fall as an adult student (37 yoa). I look forward to learning more from your prospective and sharing your videos with other friends and students. Thanks!
Really enjoy watching your films, they are so well made and this information is excellent. I know how much work goes into making these. I am not an architect, but my daughter is and she said on first seeing one of you films, "I wish this had been available when I was studying".
Thank you so much for your wonderful videos... I am applying for Masters in architecture, and in such a perfect time I found your such inspiring and educational videos... Cheers!
Just came across this. Thank you for making this video! I am by no means a professional photographer but I am a hobbyist. I photograph for a couple stand up comedy shows but personally love architectural photography and am laughing at all the mistakes I've been making that you address in your video. Shooting on a Sony A7iii. Definitely going to watch more of your videos (and have subscribed)
I am a webmaster for our local photo club. I am posting a link to this video for our March meeting. The subject is going to be on architecture photography. Nice vid!
Thanks for the video man! I'm developing a big interest in photography, especially architecture photography. The tips in this video will definitely come in handy when I start!
Thank you for the video! I would love to see people post more videos about architecturally based photography. Camera I have is a Fuji GX 680 w a 150mm lens. I also have a Canon T3i. I'm far from professional grade, but I do take what I do very seriously and feel we never stop leaning.
Excellent video! I like how you cover the fundamentals of architecture photography with simplicity and stylistic presentation. I still love my Nikon D7100 with Tokina 11-20 2.8 (usually in the 14-20 range) and also use a Nikon 35mm 1.8 prime for detail shots.
A very interesting video, dear colleague. Personally, I get the most out of the camera of my cell phone. Sometimes I use a couple of accessories. However, the tips you mention work very well for a mobile device. Thumbs up!!!
cheers my friend...100% agree...using what you have and adding a little expert knowledge and you're in a good place to start leveling up your photography...
May I also suggest looking up a photographer called Mike Kelley. an architectural photographer. Be sure to include "architecture" in your search as there are several Mike Kelleys out there :)
thanks for sticking with me...had to attend to some business priorities and put the youtubes on hold for a bit there...hoping to share the details in an upcoming vlog...
Hey mate, I use a 5D Mark 4, got a 24-70 2.8 II IS and aiming at purchasing a 16-35 as well. Looking to get into real estate and architecture photography as well :) Thanks for the tips!
Great video and content Eric. Thanks once again. I’m using my Pentax K2. I’ve had Pentax most of my life so stuck with it on the new gear. I do wish I could switch to the Canon kit though. It’s like working on an Oldsmobile when everyone else has a Chevy! Ha. Anyways, cheers my friend.
Hey great video. I liked the way it was edited and made easy to consume the information. A+ Also liked that you didn't have or recommend super expensive lenses (that are awesome btw), but encouraged using what a person has access to at maybe a lower cost.
Great content... Exceptional delivery... As usual! Thanks! I am using a cannon m3. Works well for video tutorials/vlogs, and its been a great intro to photography for me.
Wow wow wow, thanks so much for this edutaining video, I am a new Architectural Photography and I am using a Lumix FZ300 to take my shots, do you think I be able to archive it?
What awesome content and really fabulous that you have shared from your own experience. Your demeanour is awesome and you seem to really care about helping others through their journey. I have to ask though, at 6:05 you mention bracketed photos in LR, how???? I was sure this could be done in LR. Please help.
I have a cannon 1200D, im a total amateur so thank you for inspiring me to up skill!. Is my camera sufficient for arch photography? and also what lens can you recommend? thank you Eric! always look forward to your videos!
For Architectural and Interior photography, a crop sensor camera (Canon 1200D) is not bad. It's a good camera for beginners. You will need a wide angle lens but not that wide that it will make the space look converging. So, you will need a 10-22 mm lens. If you had a full frame camera, a 16-35mm lens would have been good. To understand more about why a particular focal length is used for a certain sensor camera for the kind of photography. You will have to understand what is a crop sensor camera and what is full frame sensor. In fact, please do look up what are the other sensor cameras available.
FYI - "DxO Photo-Lab" is excellent for creating rectified photographs suitable for use for publications and documentation. It's the best software I've found for correcting my photos when I've not been so careful levelling the camera on the tripod or not using the tilt-shift lenses. I recommend adding one of the 70-200 Canon series of lenses to complete your kit - they'll get you up close if you need a detail up close like a chimney cap or for architectural detail. It's a natural companion to the 24-70 you've already got. I have a different take on flat lighting - for documentation purposes (like in heritage work where the photo is acting like a drawing for notes etc.), an overcast (flat light) day is highly preferable, otherwise the deep shadows block detail and areas of the building that I want to see and potentially note up. For showing off built work in a publication or online,... yes, sunny and deep shadows create interesting and dynamic photos. Another great video!
Hello buddy, texting from Egypt! I own a Canon 6D, 50mm f1.4, 70-200 f2.8L USM, speedlites, lighting gear, and tripods. Meanwhile during my photo shoot I use in addition, 5D iii, 60D, 16-35 f2.8L. Before I go, thanks for the video, its good.
cheers my friend...how have you found the color reproduction on the sony? i've had trouble with sony's color shifting toward magenta in a way that's difficult to correct...
When straightening converging verticals, it's not always a good idea to straighten them fully. This is especially important on tall buildings because, looking at them with the naked eye, they will seem to converge slightly due to the visual perspective. If you look at an image of very tall building that has been fully straightened, it will look as if it's falling forward. As for tilt/shift lenses, there seems to be some real bargains around at present in the UK on Canon products, because the "latest lens" brigade are trading in for the newer versions.
Hello, I am beginning to explore my photography skills with a DSLR and this video is really useful for anyone. However for the camera, I am thinking of buying a Canon 80D. Should I still go for it or is there a better updated one ? Thank You.
Currently using a Sony A6000 with stock lens kit. It's been great but after traveling for 3 months I find I now need to buy some better lenses... lower aperture and also a wider lens. I did borrow a telephoto lens for a bit which was really fun... using it to focus in and crop an image in real time. However, the aperture was terrible on it so only good in broad daylight!
@@nnamdiakubuiro It's my first DSLR so I don't have much to compare it to..... but it's been fantastic. Extremely light weight. My wife has a Cannon 80D and it feels like a total brick compared to the A6000! After using the camera for about 8 months I really like it and highly recommend it for the price point, it's easy to use once you get get used to it.... images are sharp and clear with great colour. The electronic viewfinder is aaaaamazing when your balancing the exposure. Video is great. The iso low light photography is really good. Much better than my wifes Cannon 80D. I think combined with a fast aperture.... it'd be a really really good travel camera as it is feather light and slim.... you can fit it in a jacket pocket. It is missing a touch screen which is a bit annoying.... but this is a fairly budget camera. A big annoyance I find with the A6000 is changing the ISO with the wheel on the body.... it needs a wheel where the hand grip is.... I think they use it as a differentiating factor between the budget cameras and pro camera..... I reckon if you can afford it get the A6300 it would be a better investment for not much more money.... 4k Video.... weather sealed body etc
EOS M, 60D, 5D2, 10-22mm f3.5, 18-135mm f3.5 , 50mm 1.4, 70-200mm f4 L, 24-105mm f4 L, and a 24mm TS-E with Manfrotto 055XproB and 351MVB2 with 501HDV head, ProAim Spark13 Slider, DJI p4p & p3A, Tascam DR-100mkii field recorder
Canon 700d but hate its not got a level in it like my Panasonic gx7. But thinking canon will still be better quality than m4/3 but is hard to say. Thanks for video was great!
If you want to improve the quality of your photo's the time of day is important. Early morning of in the evening. There are apps that show you the right light and direction of the light. You can even use that app for information as you are creating a building, were is the sun coming up.
While having used both 70D and the 6Dmark2 what would you recommend getting? I’m pushing my 1300D to the limits and I’m looking to upgrade really soon since I have a trip to Paris coming up. I would like to know what you would recommend. Keep in mind that I’m on a (architecture)student budget ;) Greetings from a Belgian 3rd year architecture student!
on an architecture student budget: amzn.to/2JogEVR you could also go body only and pick two primes to go with it...I like the 24mm and 40mm...see this video for more details: ruclips.net/video/Mjb7XoUhhGI/видео.html
Wait, is photography needed in architecture? I'm only in high school and I don't really have a clue about what subjects do architecture students study. Is it needed? Or is it just to enhance your skills?
Eric, I’m an architecture student and I’m wondering about licensure. Do you have a license, and do you recommend one? Have you had a video about this before?
30X40 Design Workshop that would be greatly appreciated. I'm an architecture student but all my professor keep telling me different things about the route I should take to become licensed. It's very confusing...
If you want to be an architect to practice architecture, you need a license. Make sure you are getting a "professional degree", 5 years or more. So the base degree you need to become licensed is a "Bachelor of Architecture" anything less and you will not be allowed to sit for the licensing test. Nobody bothered to tell me when I was in school, but fortunately my college, Va. Tech. didn't offer anything less. UVA, NC State, UNC Charlotte, and Clemson will all give 4 year degrees, which typically means those graduates go back to school to get their Masters so they can become licensed. Hope this was useful information.
We got to pick our professors for our 5th year thesis at Va. Tech. My criteria for selecting my professor "Who in this place has some real world experience". Loved my professor my 5th year!
All my current gear can be found here: thirtybyforty.com/architectural-photography-gear-architects-camera-equipment
in one of the last frames with the boxes of camera gear, you had the 24mm pancake lense. what would you typically shoot with that? i've got it as well and if you've got any pointers that'd be great
Probably one of the most overlooked subjects in photography is architectural photography. I shot architectural shots for years w a Sinar 4x5, now I use a Fuji GX680. It has the tilt/shift and rise and fall of a large format camera, so buying a tilt shift lens is pointless really. I shot black and white exclusively (no color work here), which made me lose a lot of business but it also helped me gain a solid repeat customer base. A lot good tips on this video for those who are thinking about taking this on. It's hard work, so be ready to do it but once you get going you won't think too much about it and one more thing and I cannot stress this enough: Enjoy what you do, as it will show up in your product.
“If you lack professional gear, which you probably do because you’re watching this.” Straight burn 😂😂
hahaha
Hi, I'm an interior designer and visualizer just starting out in architectural photography. I wanted to appreciate your video-it's very helpful! Looking forward to learning more from your channel and applying it to my work. Thank you!
I have been watching your videos since 2019 when I started Architecture school way out in South Africa. And I just keep re watching your videos, I am still an amateur but I am planning to start architectural photography and your videos are just amazing as always. Thank you for the content. Keep safe in these stressing times of Covid.
You are what my school could never be. You are goals sir. Love from India.
I'm working on a senior project (for my last year at high school) related to architecture and I just want to say how helpful your channel has been! You're someone I aspire to become one day. :)
a (humble) thanks...
I enjoyed the "details" part and the "declutter" part reminded me a lot of Japanese minimalism. Over time, I've found that my gear doesn't make much of a difference, some of my best shots are with inexpensive or out-dated gear. (Nonetheless, I really want the Fuji 16mm f/1.4 for arch.!) NB: I noticed you said that photography has helped you see more objectively, I bet you it's both, photography can help one see both more objectively and subjectively! The camera is, after all, the ultimate subjective view... Thanks for this, a video of a calming personality, colors, and pace.
Right now I'm using a Panasonic G85 for my videos and photography. I like the 4K, the colour, and the price. It's a very easy and fun camera to use. But, I like your Canon 6D MII for the image quality and rock solid autofocus. So an upgrade is in my future. Thanks for the great work! I really enjoy your channel.
Cheers mate...appreciate that...I do wish there were some IBIS like the Panasonic though in Canon's offerings...
all the best...
@@30by40 If you were to upgrade from the Canon 6D, what would you consider?
@@MANaboutTOOLS gear is a real weakness of mine...you too? For upgrades it always depends whether you want to stay in the Panasonic family or not (presuming you have Panasonic glass and accessories already). For me Canon advantages are: autofocus (I never have to worry about it), color (it's natural + really appealing right out of the box even if you choose not to colorgrade) and the range of lenses available. If I were to upgrade, the next body I'd get would be the 5DMKIV amzn.to/2WtoQLh , mostly for the 120fps, but also b/c I'll want 4K at some point in the future, and I'm already invested in the Canon ecosystem. The bummer about the higher end Canon bodies is the lack of a flip screen. So all that said, I'm super happy with the 6DMKII right now (it's their least expensive full frame that has an flip screen)...so far it's been great and the dynamic range for folks like you and me is more than adequate. BTW - Love your work, esp. the voiceover quality...what mic are you using?
Yeah... I love gear too. It seems like there's no perfect camera out there. They all have something they lack that the other brand has. And thank you for your kind words and support! For my VO work I use a Sennheiser e835 Dynamic Mic with a Triton Fethead phantom in-line preamp. This runs into a Scarlette Solo USB interface. I hang blankets in my office to deaden the room the best I can.
Just got a Canon 70D with a 24mm pancake lens to get some decent video for my channel, thank you for this, the timing couldn't be better!
respect...love that camera, absolute workhorse...
great channel...how was I not aware of what you're doing on YT? you're cranking out content!
Yeah, everybody is recommending it for video. I'we been dong mostly Revit stuff, but its time to move in to more architecture and design related topics! Your channel has been a grate inspiration, thank you!
Balkan Architect. How are u what a small world isn't it i like 30×40 also he is my mentor and u too obviously.... but to bad i would have suggested the 700d as u had the possibility to tilt the display the 70D its fixed (difficult specially if u whant to see what u are framing) and there is not much difference on the specs either..see u soon probably u are making some trick to show us tomorrow i wached the green curtain wall....HAHAHA
30X40 Design Workshop
Hello you and Balkan are the only best people on YT architecture field
Concise carismatic generous and my aim is to get u 1mil subscribers..... i always suggest u two anybody even if they are plumbers or electrician....
God bless u 2
appreciate the support my friend...! cheers...
Made the big jump from a 60D to a 5dsR after booking lots of jobs. This required me to upgrade all my glass to Tilt Shifts & L's. My next learning curve is learning 10-bit editing for publications.
Good job. Some of these points I had figured out (at least partially) on my own, but confirmation comforts. Other ideas proved new, interesting, and useful.
Great series - nothing better than a cup of coffee and watching and learning. I am a loving the titling on your video segments. Would you mind sharing the font you use? Please.
I own a painting and decorating company and we specialise in architectural builds. This has helped me so much in understanding how to get good quality images to use for my company.
great to hear...good luck to you...!
Rebel T4i, and I rented a 15-35mm Tamron for my next gig... nice advice as I, especially, will now document more of the details, as well as the big picture. Thank you!
I just recently started subscribing to your channel and I really enjoy it. I decided to take an architecture class this last semester and it was one of the best things I've ever done. I found that I really found it interesting and love it. I really appreciate the art of it and just got a camera to start shooting. Thanks for all the tips!
Love your channel! Always inspiring and informative! It's very clear you have a passion to share the profession and your knowledge of it in many different aspects. I'm a bit of a late bloomer and will be starting school this fall as an adult student (37 yoa). I look forward to learning more from your prospective and sharing your videos with other friends and students. Thanks!
I have been looking for DSLR’s for about a week now and then you release this video. Destiny... PS: I really love your videos
nice...i feel like i'm always looking for dslrs...!
thanks for watching...
cheers...
Even after 5 years, this video is still helpful. Thank you 🫶
Really enjoy watching your films, they are so well made and this information is excellent. I know how much work goes into making these. I am not an architect, but my daughter is and she said on first seeing one of you films, "I wish this had been available when I was studying".
Thank you so much for your wonderful videos... I am applying for Masters in architecture, and in such a perfect time I found your such inspiring and educational videos... Cheers!
cheers...glad to have you here...
Just came across this. Thank you for making this video! I am by no means a professional photographer but I am a hobbyist. I photograph for a couple stand up comedy shows but personally love architectural photography and am laughing at all the mistakes I've been making that you address in your video. Shooting on a Sony A7iii. Definitely going to watch more of your videos (and have subscribed)
I'm visiting London tomorrow for 4 days / 3 nights, so this video is right on time!!
I am a webmaster for our local photo club. I am posting a link to this video for our March meeting. The subject is going to be on architecture photography. Nice vid!
Thanks for the video man! I'm developing a big interest in photography, especially architecture photography. The tips in this video will definitely come in handy when I start!
Thank you for the video! I would love to see people post more videos about architecturally based photography. Camera I have is a Fuji GX 680 w a 150mm lens. I also have a Canon T3i. I'm far from professional grade, but I do take what I do very seriously and feel we never stop leaning.
Very, very good. I am a professional architectural photographer. Dead on advice and great presentation.
Excellent video! I like how you cover the fundamentals of architecture photography with simplicity and stylistic presentation. I still love my Nikon D7100 with Tokina 11-20 2.8 (usually in the 14-20 range) and also use a Nikon 35mm 1.8 prime for detail shots.
A very interesting video, dear colleague. Personally, I get the most out of the camera of my cell phone. Sometimes I use a couple of accessories. However, the tips you mention work very well for a mobile device. Thumbs up!!!
this was a great video! I just got some upgraded gear and I just felt like my photography was still lacking. thanks for the tips.
I love this channel, is like you read my mind... LOL I just got into a photography class and this is quite handy!
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Tks! Helps me a lot
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Document with my phone has been a pleasure. Thank you for sharing your ideas !
Very well done video and explanations of a complex subject matter.
This is amazing content again! Its so helpful, for pretty much everyone with every budget range.
cheers my friend...100% agree...using what you have and adding a little expert knowledge and you're in a good place to start leveling up your photography...
Welcome back Eric! lol was worried you took a leave of absence; another informative video as always!
May I also suggest looking up a photographer called Mike Kelley. an architectural photographer. Be sure to include "architecture" in your search as there are several Mike Kelleys out there :)
thanks for sticking with me...had to attend to some business priorities and put the youtubes on hold for a bit there...hoping to share the details in an upcoming vlog...
will do...thanks for the suggestion...
No problem, looking forward to it :D
for sure...that's the fodder for your channel, right? great stuff btw...
Your videos are so helpful ! I use a canon 80D and for the moment I have a canon 18-135mm and a sigma 35mm
Hey mate, I use a 5D Mark 4, got a 24-70 2.8 II IS and aiming at purchasing a 16-35 as well. Looking to get into real estate and architecture photography as well :) Thanks for the tips!
Seriously, your videos are great, keep doing that good job! in architecture and videos!
Great video and content Eric. Thanks once again. I’m using my Pentax K2. I’ve had Pentax most of my life so stuck with it on the new gear. I do wish I could switch to the Canon kit though. It’s like working on an Oldsmobile when everyone else has a Chevy! Ha. Anyways, cheers my friend.
Hey great video. I liked the way it was edited and made easy to consume the information. A+
Also liked that you didn't have or recommend super expensive lenses (that are awesome btw), but encouraged using what a person has access to at maybe a lower cost.
Great content... Exceptional delivery... As usual! Thanks! I am using a cannon m3. Works well for video tutorials/vlogs, and its been a great intro to photography for me.
thanks my friend...appreciate it...the m3 is a tight little camera...
This is why i love my olympus omd. Keystoning is part of their settings.
Wow wow wow, thanks so much for this edutaining video, I am a new Architectural Photography and I am using a Lumix FZ300 to take my shots, do you think I be able to archive it?
Thanks for the video! A lot of useful tips to take in from an architect's perspective
Great job. Excellent presentation style and beautifully produced video.
I have just canon SL2. I really hope I'll enjoy my photography adventure with some great learning experiences.
What awesome content and really fabulous that you have shared from your own experience. Your demeanour is awesome and you seem to really care about helping others through their journey. I have to ask though, at 6:05 you mention bracketed photos in LR, how???? I was sure this could be done in LR. Please help.
Amazing content, I appreciate the effort and how polished this video is 😄
I mostly do video and just got the Sony Hxr-nx80! Fantastic piece of tech.
I have the exact same shot of the church in Quebec City!!! Cheers!
I have a cannon 1200D, im a total amateur so thank you for inspiring me to up skill!. Is my camera sufficient for arch photography? and also what lens can you recommend? thank you Eric! always look forward to your videos!
For Architectural and Interior photography, a crop sensor camera (Canon 1200D) is not bad. It's a good camera for beginners. You will need a wide angle lens but not that wide that it will make the space look converging. So, you will need a 10-22 mm lens. If you had a full frame camera, a 16-35mm lens would have been good. To understand more about why a particular focal length is used for a certain sensor camera for the kind of photography. You will have to understand what is a crop sensor camera and what is full frame sensor. In fact, please do look up what are the other sensor cameras available.
FYI - "DxO Photo-Lab" is excellent for creating rectified photographs suitable for use for publications and documentation. It's the best software I've found for correcting my photos when I've not been so careful levelling the camera on the tripod or not using the tilt-shift lenses.
I recommend adding one of the 70-200 Canon series of lenses to complete your kit - they'll get you up close if you need a detail up close like a chimney cap or for architectural detail. It's a natural companion to the 24-70 you've already got.
I have a different take on flat lighting - for documentation purposes (like in heritage work where the photo is acting like a drawing for notes etc.), an overcast (flat light) day is highly preferable, otherwise the deep shadows block detail and areas of the building that I want to see and potentially note up. For showing off built work in a publication or online,... yes, sunny and deep shadows create interesting and dynamic photos.
Another great video!
Wow, thank you so much. Just in time when I need it the most.
just bought a canon t2i, thanks for the tips!
I love your channel. Your channel inspires me to draw and design!! Hopefully one day I become an architect greater than you!
thanks...(i think...)
Amazing skill, thanks alot.
Definitely one of my favorite topics!!! :)
Some really good tips here! Thanks!
Thank you Eric
Nice Work !
Great tips beautifully put together
Thanks
Hello buddy, texting from Egypt! I own a Canon 6D, 50mm f1.4, 70-200 f2.8L USM, speedlites, lighting gear, and tripods. Meanwhile during my photo shoot I use in addition, 5D iii, 60D, 16-35 f2.8L.
Before I go, thanks for the video, its good.
I use the Sony A6000. It is really quite good for beginners.
Many thanks from Bonn Germany
cheers my friend...how have you found the color reproduction on the sony? i've had trouble with sony's color shifting toward magenta in a way that's difficult to correct...
Great video. Thank you.
Love your videos! Very helpful!
Great content! Thank you.
When straightening converging verticals, it's not always a good idea to straighten them fully. This is especially important on tall buildings because, looking at them with the naked eye, they will seem to converge slightly due to the visual perspective. If you look at an image of very tall building that has been fully straightened, it will look as if it's falling forward. As for tilt/shift lenses, there seems to be some real bargains around at present in the UK on Canon products, because the "latest lens" brigade are trading in for the newer versions.
cheer, I don't photograph tall buildings very often so this helps! thanks...
This video was amazing. I DONT KNOW WHY but i love to focus soemthins in plants, trees.
Hello,
I am beginning to explore my photography skills with a DSLR and this video is really useful for anyone.
However for the camera, I am thinking of buying a Canon 80D.
Should I still go for it or is there a better updated one ?
Thank You.
Great video. Thanks for the tips.
Currently using a Sony A6000 with stock lens kit. It's been great but after traveling for 3 months I find I now need to buy some better lenses... lower aperture and also a wider lens. I did borrow a telephoto lens for a bit which was really fun... using it to focus in and crop an image in real time. However, the aperture was terrible on it so only good in broad daylight!
how is the A6000. was thinking of getting it with a Sigma 16mm F1.4. I like to travel light.
@@nnamdiakubuiro It's my first DSLR so I don't have much to compare it to..... but it's been fantastic. Extremely light weight. My wife has a Cannon 80D and it feels like a total brick compared to the A6000!
After using the camera for about 8 months I really like it and highly recommend it for the price point, it's easy to use once you get get used to it.... images are sharp and clear with great colour.
The electronic viewfinder is aaaaamazing when your balancing the exposure.
Video is great.
The iso low light photography is really good. Much better than my wifes Cannon 80D.
I think combined with a fast aperture.... it'd be a really really good travel camera as it is feather light and slim.... you can fit it in a jacket pocket.
It is missing a touch screen which is a bit annoying.... but this is a fairly budget camera.
A big annoyance I find with the A6000 is changing the ISO with the wheel on the body.... it needs a wheel where the hand grip is.... I think they use it as a differentiating factor between the budget cameras and pro camera.....
I reckon if you can afford it get the A6300 it would be a better investment for not much more money.... 4k Video.... weather sealed body etc
it was really inspiring! thank you
EOS M, 60D, 5D2, 10-22mm f3.5, 18-135mm f3.5 , 50mm 1.4, 70-200mm f4 L, 24-105mm f4 L, and a 24mm TS-E with Manfrotto 055XproB and 351MVB2 with 501HDV head, ProAim Spark13 Slider, DJI p4p & p3A, Tascam DR-100mkii field recorder
whoa. slightly jealous of that kit...especially coveting the 70-200L...
Canon 5D mark iv + (canon 16-35 - Canon 8-15)
nice helpfull video
I wonder if you have any accurate way to de-fishing fish eye photo
I do photography mostly for artistic purposes but this is nice as well
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cheers my friend...
Nice Video, Keep up the good work!
Thanks for sharing.
Canon 700d but hate its not got a level in it like my Panasonic gx7. But thinking canon will still be better quality than m4/3 but is hard to say. Thanks for video was great!
Welcome back
I use a D610. I have VR 24-120 mm lens, 70-300 mm Tamron AF lens and a 50 mm AF lens.
Who on earth disliked this ?
right?
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difficult to appreciate the amount of work that goes into these until you've put one together...
I know leave it to me ...ill track him down and put him on a 30×40 playlist marathon then we I'll see
Engineers 😂
Blind people?
If you want to improve the quality of your photo's the time of day is important. Early morning of in the evening. There are apps that show you the right light and direction of the light.
You can even use that app for information as you are creating a building, were is the sun coming up.
Lovely. Can you recommend few such apps ?
I’m using a Nikon D500 but want to upgrade to full frame, D810 is an option but ultimately I’d like to get a 4x5 field camera with a digital back.
810! 810!
Hi Eric, cool video! Which tripod head and camera tray do you use for your photography gear setup?
Here’s my setup: thirtybyforty.com/architectural-photography-gear-architects-camera-equipment
Thanks a lot!
thanks for your tips.......i like them. we can´t separate arquitecture to thephotografhy
Nice.
Can't do it right now - have to register again later today when I have an hour ... heading out
Great video, keep it up :)
While having used both 70D and the 6Dmark2 what would you recommend getting? I’m pushing my 1300D to the limits and I’m looking to upgrade really soon since I have a trip to Paris coming up. I would like to know what you would recommend. Keep in mind that I’m on a (architecture)student budget ;)
Greetings from a Belgian 3rd year architecture student!
on an architecture student budget: amzn.to/2JogEVR
you could also go body only and pick two primes to go with it...I like the 24mm and 40mm...see this video for more details: ruclips.net/video/Mjb7XoUhhGI/видео.html
30X40 Design Workshop Thanks for the reply! Definetely checking out the video you linked! Thanks a lot :)
Using a Nikon d3300. Thinking about changing at one point but don’t know what brand or what kind of camera
Wait, is photography needed in architecture? I'm only in high school and I don't really have a clue about what subjects do architecture students study. Is it needed? Or is it just to enhance your skills?
Once you advance in the profession you'll need high quality photos as a selling tool to complete your portfolio, for example.
I am using a Canon 70D with the Sigma 18-35 F/1.8 lens
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Canon 60D with a 24mm pancake lens and 18-200mm Canon Zoom
Cool video
Great Video!
cheers! thanks for watching...
Awesome
Ty!
AMAZING
Eric, I’m an architecture student and I’m wondering about licensure. Do you have a license, and do you recommend one? Have you had a video about this before?
yes...licensed for about 18 years now...many benefits...I'll see if I can whip up a video on it...
30X40 Design Workshop that would be greatly appreciated. I'm an architecture student but all my professor keep telling me different things about the route I should take to become licensed. It's very confusing...
If you want to be an architect to practice architecture, you need a license. Make sure you are getting a "professional degree", 5 years or more. So the base degree you need to become licensed is a "Bachelor of Architecture" anything less and you will not be allowed to sit for the licensing test. Nobody bothered to tell me when I was in school, but fortunately my college, Va. Tech. didn't offer anything less. UVA, NC State, UNC Charlotte, and Clemson will all give 4 year degrees, which typically means those graduates go back to school to get their Masters so they can become licensed. Hope this was useful information.
We got to pick our professors for our 5th year thesis at Va. Tech. My criteria for selecting my professor "Who in this place has some real world experience". Loved my professor my 5th year!
Robert White Thanks for the advice, I'm going to be entering my second year and I'm just making sure I have s good grasp on the route I need to take.