Starting to do some paid shoots and the 35 + 85 combo works like a charm. Great focal lengths to shoot. I do have to invest in a second camera body, not only as a backup but also for an increase of flexibility. Swapping lenses can be a drag and you may miss a moment or two.
I have moved to mostly a 35mm - 85mm combo and still take 50mm 24-70 2.8 and 70-200 2.8. The 70-200 2.8 can really crush a distracting background and pull in distant objects if needed. Great video, little over the top with the hipster theme.
@@EricFloberg Equal parts serious and silly, as one should be. So much respect for you and your craft, and the attitude you've embraced towards sharing what you know. Please, for all of our sakes, keep it up. #proudtobesquadfam
You MUST be my dad, because you knew EXACTLY what's going on in my life, and I had no idea! I've booked my first wedding for later this year, and was contemplating going with two DSLRs and only primes. I wasn't sure if that was a great idea or, if it was, how best to make it work. This was exactly what I needed. I feel a lot more confident with my plan, kinda impressed with my own ingenuity, and more prepared on how to make it work beautifully. Thank you pops!! (*disclaimer, you look at least a decade younger than me, so getting to call anyone else 'dad' is a salve to my sensitive ego :D)
Good call. I loved using just two primes when I used to shoot weddings. My faves were the 35 1.4 the 85 1.2 and the 200 f2 the latter awesome for candid distance subject isolation. I also used to carry the 14 mm 2.8 as well.
I'm getting back into photography after 25 years. Video is like learning a new whole language. At weddings, we did everything with 24-50mm lens & I had zoom too that I didn't use too much. I don't remember the length. Carried 2 cameras with me, always had an old one in a car. I had it so why not? Excellent video. I use to develop my own film too.
Just watching this back for some more tips cause i love refreshing my advice from pops. But can we just talk about how he absolutely snatched that first lens off the body at 5:30, like as if bo twisting was required he just CRACKS it off with such skill 😂
Hey dad, you gotta shorten those loops on the holdfast, I watched the how-to vids and shortened mine to make it tighter.. made a HUGE difference! Sorry if I came off like a wise-ass now, just want you to have a healthy back :D
Seriously underrated tip: stitching together two 35mm shots, that'll save your life more than once. Just make sure nothing changes along the edge, and take a backup shot (as you probably should anyway). :)
@@andreachavez2016 Basically, you just take two to three shots (usually in portrait orientation), and then use either photoshop or lightroom to electronically merge those photos together into a 'panorama'. As long as nothing has changed along the edges, this can work really, really well, and it allows you to get a wide shot with a tighter lens (think a 35 field of view with an 85, or a 16 field of view with a 35). Eric has a really good video on stitching together photos like this (though, it's a slightly different application, specifically with portraits).
Thanks for sharing your process. I prefer a zoom primarily the 70-200 since what venues I've shot are smaller and don't allow for a lot of movement. It also allows me to minimize lens changes. I also don't have the budget for that many L primes. Love the look that you produce.
Thanks for this. That shoulder back doesn't need a shoulder strap... the harness has clips which can hold the bag against your lower back, where you can reach into it behind you to grab things more quickly.... as long as you know where each thing is in the bag by feel, which you can develop a skill for
Great video and funny, love it :). That's how I also shoot weddings. Primes all the way, dual strap with two camera bodies and I tuned down to 3 favorite lenses, 35, 50 and 85. Less is more.
I truly appreciate you, coming from Nikon over to Sony and in love with the Primes. Can't see myself buying another telescope simply because of what you said and how I feel, it makes you lazy and staying on your feet causes you to be creative. New Subscriber!!!
amazing video thank you! i'm being the onsite photographer for a summer school this summer and going with prime lenses 50mm & 85mm, and sigma 24-70mm zoom lens. can't wait to see what shots i get!
Hey Eric - I just subscribed to your channel. - I just wanna say I love the look and feel of this video. The colour pallet is yum and easy on the eyes. Content is great too - I am keen to learn heaps in the professional photography space from all sorts of people and places so I am stoked to have found your channel! I look forward to checking out more of your content - Cheers! Chanelle
Very informative …now if I only could connect with people being an introvert person with a mild case of Asperger. It’s the reason I only recently picked up my camera again after nearly a decade . Great stuff. I like your channel . Not that typical overhyped dine a dozen stuff you’re flooded with these days.
Excellent video! Last year I moved to primes only for weddings and am loving it. It makes me more in tune with the event, it's makes me move more and the bokeh of primes is just fantastic! Keep the vids coming :)
Yeah, mine works swell, I just hear from half of photographers who have the ART series' lenses that they get all messed up at focusing at infinity all the time and constantly need to be calibrated. :\
Eric Floberg hmm well that sucks, but maybe the older models are worse? I dont know? I’m really happy with mine! Hope it doesnt crap out on me in a situation where i need it to work!
Yeah, a secondary/backup camera is almost a must/important for pro works, especially shooting with primes only. I wasn't even a pro, but when I started out four decades ago to cover events, I used three cameras (Nikon F2A, FE2 & Hasselblad 500 C/M). Back in the dark age of digital, I had Nikon D3, D300 & Canon 5D Mk II with two sets (Canon & Nikon) lens trinity. In addition to backup to backup as best practice, it is much easier to switch focal length (and/or ASA/ISO with film) with multiple cameras.
Such great stuff, and you are a great teacher! I rarely shoot any events/weddings, but the very few I have done, I feel like I’ve always just grabbed a 70-200 to feel safe, but I love how you utilize all primes. I am going to try that next time!
So bummed I can’t go to your class!! My sons first birthday is the 17th. Hopefully you will have success in this one and continue to do more so I can catch one!
Been using a pair of bodies with different prime lenses just about forever. However, I like the Optech Dual Harness because of the extra security of the two points of attachment for each camera. I have recently switched to Sony APSC Mirrorless cameras with 35mm f/1.8 and 85mm f/1.8 lenses...
first time here. your lip beard is absolutely GLORIOUS lol. also, great tips! I got into photography about a year ago and have never shot a wedding but it's been something I have been thinking about and how much fun it would be. To be the one that captures the moment for the bride and groom would be so much fun and also very gratifying. I will be back for more tips and tricks! ......annndddddd...subscribed!!
I shoot all primes too. I think it's the bomb.com lol. SIDE NOTE: You're a really big inspiration and I have decided to start making RUclips content so we'll see how that goes
awesome. now that i saw all this prime lenses i'm gonna buy a zoom 2.8. not gonna swap lenses during weddings ... expecially since probably (and luckyly) the next 2 weddings will be my last at all
Told my fiancé I was watching my RUclips daddy...I uh...I didn’t realize what came out of my mouth until she was just looking at me for 20 seconds with pure confusion
![Wedding Photography - BEHIND THE SCENES [Part 1]](/img/1.gif)
YES! TEAM PRIME LENS ONLY! 🙌 Great explanation of your workflow with primes
YOU KNOW! Thanks, John!
An 85mm and 35mm are the perfect set-up for weddings
24mm is must :) But in cases you dont require 24mm, 35mm is perfect
i agree - i use 35mm and 90 mm macro - u dont need anything else - plus i only take 1 camera
When there is tight space just go with 24mm and 50mm , when u hav more space 35mm and 85mm
28 and 85 for me
In agreement. I use a 35 on my full frame and a 50 on my crop. Works out well and economical.
I don't know.... I don't... know... I just can't get over your honest personality and silly yet, great humor ... you're so underrated
The two lenses I use for events are the 24mm for groups and 50mm for details and portraits. I definitely could do most events with those two lenses.
I use 24+50 as well. 85mm often is too long
Starting to do some paid shoots and the 35 + 85 combo works like a charm. Great focal lengths to shoot. I do have to invest in a second camera body, not only as a backup but also for an increase of flexibility. Swapping lenses can be a drag and you may miss a moment or two.
Used cameras can be a great budget solution. :) That's the route I took.
I have moved to mostly a 35mm - 85mm combo and still take 50mm 24-70 2.8 and 70-200 2.8. The 70-200 2.8 can really crush a distracting background and pull in distant objects if needed. Great video, little over the top with the hipster theme.
That’s my set up too 😂. I like mixing prime and the Trinity Lenses. I like to have options.
WE, THE SQUADFAM, ARE PROUD OF OUR RUclips DAD.
I agree!
I know this is a goofy comment, but this sincerely makes me feel like crying. So grateful for you all!
@@EricFloberg Equal parts serious and silly, as one should be. So much respect for you and your craft, and the attitude you've embraced towards sharing what you know. Please, for all of our sakes, keep it up. #proudtobesquadfam
I am going to adopt you as my RUclips dad whether you like it or not. Thank you for your great videos and advice!
My lord, the most helpful video I've found so far. Thank you!
"That's a tip! That's a spicy tip for you!" 😂😂😂
Love your genuineness... Is that a word?
This guy is literally underrated. I just want Eric to start the video drinking milk and have a milk lip beard
I was a photojournalist During the Syrian war and used the same setup with the same reasoning. I used a 20mm with a 50mm or a 35 with an 85mm.
No one rocks a Dad-stache better than you, Eric
You MUST be my dad, because you knew EXACTLY what's going on in my life, and I had no idea! I've booked my first wedding for later this year, and was contemplating going with two DSLRs and only primes. I wasn't sure if that was a great idea or, if it was, how best to make it work. This was exactly what I needed. I feel a lot more confident with my plan, kinda impressed with my own ingenuity, and more prepared on how to make it work beautifully. Thank you pops!!
(*disclaimer, you look at least a decade younger than me, so getting to call anyone else 'dad' is a salve to my sensitive ego :D)
we want more wedding tutorials! love these. also you're not alone in sporting the lip beard so ROCK IT
Good call. I loved using just two primes when I used to shoot weddings. My faves were the 35 1.4 the 85 1.2 and the 200 f2 the latter awesome for candid distance subject isolation. I also used to carry the 14 mm 2.8 as well.
This dude is slowly but surely going in my top youtubers list... nice job man!
I'm getting back into photography after 25 years. Video is like learning a new whole language.
At weddings, we did everything with 24-50mm lens & I had zoom too that I didn't use too much. I don't remember the length. Carried 2 cameras with me, always had an old one in a car. I had it so why not?
Excellent video.
I use to develop my own film too.
Just watching this back for some more tips cause i love refreshing my advice from pops. But can we just talk about how he absolutely snatched that first lens off the body at 5:30, like as if bo twisting was required he just CRACKS it off with such skill 😂
Hey dad, you gotta shorten those loops on the holdfast, I watched the how-to vids and shortened mine to make it tighter.. made a HUGE difference!
Sorry if I came off like a wise-ass now, just want you to have a healthy back :D
El papá de RUclips! Aquí estamos ayudando en otros idiomas para llegar con el algoritmo a todo el planeta! Saludos desde España!
The blooper reel at the end 👌🏼
Recently got me the Holdfast Moneymaker but in black because of your video recomendation man!
The way you explain everything is great! Thank you.
I’ll leave this here for the RUclips algorithm! 👍🏼 On Patreon can’t wait to see more video!🙌🏼
Seriously underrated tip: stitching together two 35mm shots, that'll save your life more than once. Just make sure nothing changes along the edge, and take a backup shot (as you probably should anyway). :)
can you explain what you mean by stitching together two 35mm shots?
Dave Cremin Yes, please explain.
@@andreachavez2016 Basically, you just take two to three shots (usually in portrait orientation), and then use either photoshop or lightroom to electronically merge those photos together into a 'panorama'. As long as nothing has changed along the edges, this can work really, really well, and it allows you to get a wide shot with a tighter lens (think a 35 field of view with an 85, or a 16 field of view with a 35). Eric has a really good video on stitching together photos like this (though, it's a slightly different application, specifically with portraits).
@@daveincork See below :)
the intro was everything. I love your style!! Thanks RUclips Dad!
Primes makes you work for your shots...as you should. Great photos btw...very nice!
Thanks for sharing your process. I prefer a zoom primarily the 70-200 since what venues I've shot are smaller and don't allow for a lot of movement. It also allows me to minimize lens changes. I also don't have the budget for that many L primes. Love the look that you produce.
Love this video! I've come back to it many times
I could listen to gear talk all day. Love your channel Broskee. I’m a RUclips dad as well 👊
Love everything you do! You are the reason I only shoot primes and it’s help my photography sooo much!!
The next time I am in Chicago I have to look you up. I appreciate the content. Blessings.
Thanks for this. That shoulder back doesn't need a shoulder strap... the harness has clips which can hold the bag against your lower back, where you can reach into it behind you to grab things more quickly.... as long as you know where each thing is in the bag by feel, which you can develop a skill for
can you make a video about camera settings and focus mode for wedding please? i love your video btw. keep it coming
Great video and funny, love it :). That's how I also shoot weddings. Primes all the way, dual strap with two camera bodies and I tuned down to 3 favorite lenses, 35, 50 and 85. Less is more.
I truly appreciate you, coming from Nikon over to Sony and in love with the Primes. Can't see myself buying another telescope simply because of what you said and how I feel, it makes you lazy and staying on your feet causes you to be creative. New Subscriber!!!
Prime lenses are the BEST!
amazing video thank you! i'm being the onsite photographer for a summer school this summer and going with prime lenses 50mm & 85mm, and sigma 24-70mm zoom lens. can't wait to see what shots i get!
Just happened upon this -- very helpful -- thanks so much man!
Hey Eric - I just subscribed to your channel. - I just wanna say I love the look and feel of this video. The colour pallet is yum and easy on the eyes. Content is great too - I am keen to learn heaps in the professional photography space from all sorts of people and places so I am stoked to have found your channel! I look forward to checking out more of your content - Cheers! Chanelle
2 best combos:
24mm + 50mm (tight spaces, small hotel rooms)
35mm + 85mm (outdoors, ballrooms)
Very informative …now if I only could connect with people being an introvert person with a mild case of Asperger. It’s the reason I only recently picked up my camera again after nearly a decade . Great stuff. I like your channel . Not that typical overhyped dine a dozen stuff you’re flooded with these days.
SUCH great info, as always. Love the lip beard. And I love the link in the descriptch
lol thanks my dude
7:27, just got a spicy tip from the RUclips dad. Day is complete.
Excellent video! Last year I moved to primes only for weddings and am loving it. It makes me more in tune with the event, it's makes me move more and the bokeh of primes is just fantastic! Keep the vids coming :)
Very informational, but also very fun to watch! You´re starting to be my favourite RUclipsr! :D
Daniel Plainview? Is that you? Please don’t drink my milkshake!
I’ve heard the Sigma stuff works fantastic on the EOS R series. They’ve worked well for me so far too.
Benj Haisch i just got the sigma 24 1.4 for sony, works really well, even the autofocus in low light at 1.4!
Yeah, mine works swell, I just hear from half of photographers who have the ART series' lenses that they get all messed up at focusing at infinity all the time and constantly need to be calibrated. :\
Eric Floberg hmm well that sucks, but maybe the older models are worse? I dont know? I’m really happy with mine! Hope it doesnt crap out on me in a situation where i need it to work!
Yeah, a secondary/backup camera is almost a must/important for pro works, especially shooting with primes only. I wasn't even a pro, but when I started out four decades ago to cover events, I used three cameras (Nikon F2A, FE2 & Hasselblad 500 C/M). Back in the dark age of digital, I had Nikon D3, D300 & Canon 5D Mk II with two sets (Canon & Nikon) lens trinity. In addition to backup to backup as best practice, it is much easier to switch focal length (and/or ASA/ISO with film) with multiple cameras.
Very insightful video, learnt a lot from this video.
Great video! Love the humor!
Someone finally did this
This was amazing bro
This is sooo adorable... “your RUclips dad” haa love it! Thanks Eric this is great content
Could definitely shoot an entire wedding with a 35 and 85. Best combo hands down.
But but I thought this channel had 1mil subs already? Highly Underated but Love this! Subscribed
My favorite RUclips dad
You crushed this. Thank you, Armin!
Great video! I was just gonna get a zoom lense, because I got tired carrying two cameras with primes, but you have convinced me not to 😀
Such great stuff, and you are a great teacher! I rarely shoot any events/weddings, but the very few I have done, I feel like I’ve always just grabbed a 70-200 to feel safe, but I love how you utilize all primes. I am going to try that next time!
Your personality is infectious😂. Made my day 😍
Beauty pushbroom dude!! As always, thanks for the vids.
Your delivery of info and comedy is freaking awesome and funny! And your editing is amazing! Subscribed!! :)
This one is for the holy algorithm: Nice lip beard Eric!
Thanks a lot Eric for such an insightful video. I am sure it will help me to shoot a coming wedding better!
So bummed I can’t go to your class!! My sons first birthday is the 17th. Hopefully you will have success in this one and continue to do more so I can catch one!
Well ! I love the way you explained things good job mate. This was the most helpful video for me 😄😄❤️❤️
*comment for the algorithm 🤙🏼
Lol
*response to the comment for the algorithm 🤙🏼
I wonder how long we could keep this going... for the algorithm...
@@SamLucas26 I could go for days, my man.
Lol, this video has 200,000 views and 500,000 comments... 198,000 of which are ya going back and forth about absolutely nothing 😂
@@SamLucas26 bahahahaha
I love this man
Haha I’m here to support your lip beard! Thanks for being so transparent!
Been using a pair of bodies with different prime lenses just about forever. However, I like the Optech Dual Harness because of the extra security of the two points of attachment for each camera. I have recently switched to Sony APSC Mirrorless cameras with 35mm f/1.8 and 85mm f/1.8 lenses...
Eric you are so informative and entertaining to watch! Thanks for continuing to create such valuable content for our community :)
Love the info!!! Keep pumping them out!
Yes! Thanks for the support, Andrew!
You're my hero.
commenting on your lip beard to help u out, but ALSO because this was a very helpful video and I appreciate it!!!
Your work is great!
love those leather straps, happy love day dad!
Haha loving that cowboy look, sherrif!
Good stuff man!! And yes keep rocking the lip beard!!
first time here. your lip beard is absolutely GLORIOUS lol. also, great tips! I got into photography about a year ago and have never shot a wedding but it's been something I have been thinking about and how much fun it would be. To be the one that captures the moment for the bride and groom would be so much fun and also very gratifying. I will be back for more tips and tricks! ......annndddddd...subscribed!!
I shoot all primes too. I think it's the bomb.com lol. SIDE NOTE: You're a really big inspiration and I have decided to start making RUclips content so we'll see how that goes
Yes! Love to hear that! Go get it 👊🏼
Yes! Love to hear that! Go get it 👊🏼
Um yeah so I just checked out this guys channel and it's awesome. Like, I cried. Check it out and see what I mean folks!
@@saracenrush2010 Thank you so much!! You are the freaking best!
Thank you youtube dad for raising us right.
Will you make a video about your backup workflow and data management after you shoot a wedding?
Dad, I love your creamy background. It reminds me of the butternut.
so proud of our youtube dad
Dang!!! I am gnna copy your look, its so so cool bud!!
Lip Beard on point!
Appreciate the video! Especially helpful knowing when you switch to what lenses! Also, dad jokes always welcome 😂
I think I'll just copy your kit, thanks DAD!
Great video dadberg, really inspired to grow a lip beard. 🙌
Let's get that handlebar mustache going Eric!
thank you for the tips awesome video !
Best lip beard in the game!
Love videos like this! U got one more subscribed!
Your videos always make me lawl dude. Especially that ending haha
Just commenting so RUclips recommend this video to other people 😂
Bless your soul, Kara.
Another one ☝🏼. Keep pushing out this content! 🤙🏼🤙🏼
Trying! Thanks for the support!
awesome. now that i saw all this prime lenses i'm gonna buy a zoom 2.8. not gonna swap lenses during weddings ... expecially since probably (and luckyly) the next 2 weddings will be my last at all
Are you still all prime lenses or did you switch your setup to zoom lenses in the meanwhile?
This is for the algorithm. 💪🏼
Told my fiancé I was watching my RUclips daddy...I uh...I didn’t realize what came out of my mouth until she was just looking at me for 20 seconds with pure confusion
BAHAHAHAHAHA
Loll that is really funny