This is the first filmmaking youtube channel that I see that actually talks about documentary or some kind of real narrative filmmaking, instead of saying that they are filmmakers just because they shoot a commercial video about a coffee shop all in 120fps and seamless transitions. Thank you.
THANK YOU for suggesting something other than a gimbal for getting cinematic footage. So many you tubers make it seem like the only solution for cinematic footage is a gimbal
Who says buy a gimbal? I'd say all the major RUclipsrs I've seen are all about frame rate, lenses, and shooting in flat profiles. Like I've never heard a big film making RUclipsr say "just buy a gimbal". Id say you're generalizing
To sum it up: Tip #1: Shoot in ambient light. Tip #2: Buy/use vintage lenses on your DSLR/M. Tip #3: Buy/use a top handle for your DSLR/M. + Bonus: Expose in-camera for the final color-grade.
Making sure you’re not under exposing LOG footage is key. I always make sure my skin tones are within or close to the 70% range but I shoot always with a Small HD and LUTS on the monitor so I know close to what the final colour grade is going to look like
Do you have a tutorial on how to focus on manual lenses (vintage lenses for example) using both the top handle and handheld? Could really benefit from that!
Wish there was a way to “love” this video. Seriously. You’re giving power to be people. So valuable! (Rescate is one of my favorite docs! Didn’t realize you made it)!
there are so many youtubers in the indie film niche i dont know what, but there is something different about this dude. took me 2 vids to subscribe . love your work - keep sharing value content!
I use my tripod as a kind of glide cam stabilizer. Just invert it and spread the legs out for your movements (orbits work great too). The legs being out are kind of like a tightrope walker using a pole for stability:-)
So easy to fall down that rabbit hole of the newest and latest tech and gear. Thank you so much for these valuable tips!! Will definitely take them to heart in my own practice.
This is one of the best RUclips videos for filmmakers just getting in the game. To get fantastic results with very little. The only thing that disappoints me is when I see dislikes for content like this. I just scratch my head... Lol. Keep up the great work in helping us out bro!
Vintage lenses! Nice to see someone else appreciate those optical treasures. They're the real deal. Nice stuff Mark, also nice name...Toronto and a filmmaker as well huh? I wonder if we know the same people ;)
wow, the production value of this video and the little nuggets of advice all through out it are incredible, this is the first video i’ve seen by you, but definitely won’t be the last, keep up the great work man!
Another tip would be to get good: SUBJECTS LOCATIONS LIGHTING anddd STORYYYYY then edit them all together in a way that makes it all awesome and flow to capture the viewers emotions and or attention
Mark, great content, thank you. What else to say, I've got myself top handle...game changer! I almost stop using gimbal. Thank you. Keep the great work.
Well, well, well... What is this i see in my feed! Recommendations getting better and better! Awesome video! The old glass secret is coming out. 4:17 Rokkor 45mm is truly one of the best. Was lucky to salvage this from my parents old xg-1 they were to throw away. So sharp, tiny, bit plasticy, beautiful colors. I have got massive collection of old glass and this lens is one of the top contenders if i were to pack only one lens with my camera. I'd put this in the same category with vintage leica glass, colors are very similar. My recommendation for anyone interested in old glass with a budget is to look into the cheap soviet stuff(like the jena tessar in video) are -industar 26m -jupiter 11 -etc These flare a ton and produce solid stuff in the right hands. Cheap as hecc also. Watch out for sample variance. For a lot more quality choice with bit of luck finding the pieces would be the older minolta sr-mount mc rokkor prime kit. Sharp lenses with character. Minolta produced lenses with unique philosophy coating the lenses for almost identical color reproduction. So image shot with 35mm will have the same colors as shot with 85mm. Helps a ton in grading and the tones are beautiful. The epics are: -35mm 1.8 -50mm 1.4 -85mm 1.7/100mm 2 -200mm 4.5 Okay well... I think i got carried away a bit here. :D Sorry for long post.
I started out doing everything you said here. At first I was looking into getting a gimbal, but did some research and found most real filmmakers don't use them. I got me a camera cage with a top and side handle. Then slowly added more and more to it, and built it up to a full on shoulder rig. My camera is ok, it's a Canon EOS M3. I love that it shoots in 1080p as the 4k hasn't really impressed me much, it almost looks too crisp. I love the old school film look, and with a little help from filters and simply dialing in or out the light, I get a great warm look and feel.
Hey! I heard about your channel through Matti's video and the only thing I wanna say is: You're an awesome videographer !!!! I love your channel and your work, keep going !!
The top handle tip was interesting to hear. The way you hold the camera is important. That's why I never liked shooting on DSLRs, they're not optimized to shoot video. I prefer a good prosumer camcorder to a DSLR because how you hold them is different.
Loved this, Mark! Thank you! I'm really excited for your new channel. Quick question -- do you have any recommended adapters for attaching vintage lenses to the A7III? I find vintage lenses all the time at the local thrift shop but figured they were too old to use with a new camera.
Thanks, now I know how I can get closer to the cinematic look! A very different approach from what I’ve seen before. I recently updated to the Sony A7iii, it’s a great camera. But I still miss my old 600D as it delivers such a soft and cinematic look. Although the dynamic range is worse on the 600D...
Wow, that Video was amazing. Those Tipps gave me so much input and I always thought i need very expensiv lenses to get that look. Thank you so much for that Video.
Great video and super informative but your use of the word Ambient made my brain itch. The term just means what ever light is naturally available even if that is high noon. I think you are looking for the term low-contrast lighting. A minor difference but one that changes the meaning to better convey the feeling we are looking for in our lighting. I completely agree, I shoot a LOT of early morning and late evening to take advantage of that low-contrast lighting and get better exposure in both my highlights and shadows. The talk about lens selection and the top handle are spot on though. Overall very well done.
Bought a top handle after your handheld tips vid. What a difference a bit of weight and the use of gravity makes! More control and more natural movement. Thanks.
This video is exactly what I’ve been looking for. I’ve been looking for some kind of stabilization that is portable but not super expensive. Thank you. Also the other tips were amazing and definitely valuable. Thank you thank you thank you!
Hey man! Thanks for the awesome video. I’m wondering if you still recommend to do handheld if your lens doesn’t have image stabilization…? The on camera IS gives me the jello effect so without using my ronin m, footage always looks a touch too rocky. Do you still do handheld without any kind of image stabilization?Tried to fix in post, but again jello effect… and it’s a heavy set up. Or it could just be me lol
Recently I bought a top handle for my camera, but returned it because the center of gravity is way off axis on my Nikon D500 resulting in an oblique horizon. I'm also not sure if the cold shoe mount is designed to hold a heavier setup like D500 with Sigma 18-35mm. Maybe a good idea on the lighter Sonys, but not so much on the bulkier DSLRs that Canon and Nikon offers.
This has got to be one of the best if not the best tip video I’ve seen, I feel like you just increased my skill level a good amount. Thank you so much for this.
Great tips! I'm definitely going to try these. I was once on a shoot with a production agency and wondering why they put old lenses in front of a red camera and now I know why.
Thank you Mark! In regard to the dynamic range, I am a big believer in testing different lenses until you discover the ideal "lens-sensor relationship" as I believe that's where it all happens, etc. I do a few things that seem to help preserve dynamic range (some very similar to your methods): #1 I Use a lower contrast lens (i.e. vintage) if your camera has a high contrast sensor (one example is when Panasonic removed the anti-aliasing filters from it's Micro Four Thirds cameras, more contrast was introduced, which is sometimes not a good match for the camera's sensor. When testing my Nikkor lenses (of differing vintage) on a GH2, GX1, G3, G5, GX85 and G85, I found that certain lens-sensor combinations were better. The short story is: GH2, GX1 and G3 look great [neutral] with Nikon G series lenses, the G5 looked perfect with Nikon D series lenses, and the GX85 and G85 can't handle the contrast of ANY of my Nikon lenses, so I'm currently testing Tokina and Tamron lenses with it (because of the lower contrast). For #2, I also have used FILTERS to reduce the contrast and therefore increase the dynamic range, which CAN work, but it varies by filter make/manufacturer, etc. And, for #3 I've even used a CD jewel case (when shooting with an old Nikon DSLR) because the sensor just couldn't handle the contrast of most scenes.
@@moreseun Thank you and that is very encouraging to me! If you want to, send me an email available on my RUclips page, and I can send you a link to my website where I'm publishing all of my settings (I don't like "selling" so I'm having a hard time getting people to believe it really works, and to try it).
You have some awesome content man. Recent subscriber and loving the tips you are sharing with us. I have so much to learn about videography / cinematography to I really appreciate it.
Good information. Regarding a to handle. I keep my DSLR rigged up at all times. Cage, shotgun mic, 7-inch monitor, mount for my iPhone if I want to livestream my shoot. I figured out a way to add a top handle today so maybe I can do a quick release from my monopod but I haven’t tried this in the field yet. I find the monopod adds weight to help me get smooth shots. Eighty percent of the time I shoot with the leg telescoped all the way up. I only extend it for interviews or when I otherwise what to try for a more locked off shot. Since most of what I do is journalistic this set up gives me the best run-and-gun flexibility. I have some nice vintage lenses but I rarely use them because I have little Time to change lenses most of the time so my 27-70 is my primary lens. I wish that weren’t the case to sine extent.
I know this seems like an obvious question, but I would Love to hear some of your advice on how you keep things in focus/sharp during scenes with a lot of movement.
I don't mean to be a pain Mark but Ambient light just means light without any supplementary lighting. It can be high or low dynamic range, it's just the existing light. What i'm sure you mean when you say "Ambient" is LOW contrast light, when the range between shadows and highlights is lower, such as indoors, overcast days or dawn/dusk. Otherwise great job, keep it up i'm a fan.
YOURE SUCH A PAIN. Jokes. You’re totally right by the technical terms! My gaffing team knows what I mean when I request “soft ambient light” so I’m a bit sloppy with the term but it’s time I change my language to be correct
Highly recommend using a Helios m42 44mm f2 lens (the Soviet one) I own 2 and have about 15 lenses total and it's honestly the best lens I've ever used and was only £20
I'm looking for some time at old lenses to put on my new a7iv, i saw you recommend that one that for some reasons i only find the 58mm f2. Any other cool lenses to recommend. Thank you
@@maximvdn I now have a a7riii and have stopped using that lens, however from my experience old Olympus and Helios lenses are very affordable and still take great photos
Great video man. I wonder if this top handle wouldn't damage the hot shoe. This looks minimalistic which I like, but if it damages the hot shoe, would you recommend a cage? Thanks
Ah dude! I've been toying with the idea of picking up some vintage lenses for my A7iii and you've just convinced me to go for it. Would love to see a deep dive on ones you've used and how the footage varies against new versions. Another great vid. Top work.
i heard your channel because of your video with matti... yey! love your channel! more more pls. and thank you for doing all this things. it keeps us aspiring film makers get inspired and motivated
I like Sunset because I can work towards it and practice my shots while the sun goes down. Sunrise you're always rushed and the light just gets brighter and more harsh
This is the first filmmaking youtube channel that I see that actually talks about documentary or some kind of real narrative filmmaking, instead of saying that they are filmmakers just because they shoot a commercial video about a coffee shop all in 120fps and seamless transitions. Thank you.
Also check out Danny Gervitz 💥
THANK YOU for suggesting something other than a gimbal for getting cinematic footage. So many you tubers make it seem like the only solution for cinematic footage is a gimbal
Because most RUclipsrs are sponsored by companies. Money, Money, Money. Thats why i like this Video. It does not recommend this expensive Stuff.
Yes! And 👇 What this guy said.. Movement is such a small part of it. Main Thing is shadow, contrast, lighting and grade
but it is....
Who says buy a gimbal? I'd say all the major RUclipsrs I've seen are all about frame rate, lenses, and shooting in flat profiles. Like I've never heard a big film making RUclipsr say "just buy a gimbal". Id say you're generalizing
This video has so much value and strays away from the generic answers that are out there. Great job dude!
Thanks brother
To sum it up:
Tip #1: Shoot in ambient light.
Tip #2: Buy/use vintage lenses on your DSLR/M.
Tip #3: Buy/use a top handle for your DSLR/M.
+ Bonus: Expose in-camera for the final color-grade.
Quick question. The “Expose in camera for final color grade” is that also suggested even when your shooting in SLog 2 ?
@@malo_840 Good question. I'd say ETTR is the golden rule for anything shot in any LOG profile. Best, Jerry
Jerry Adam thank you jerry
Making sure you’re not under exposing LOG footage is key. I always make sure my skin tones are within or close to the 70% range but I shoot always with a Small HD and LUTS on the monitor so I know close to what the final colour grade is going to look like
Do you have a tutorial on how to focus on manual lenses (vintage lenses for example) using both the top handle and handheld? Could really benefit from that!
Finally someone who gets it right. Not the cliche “5 tips for cinematic video” where you mention 24p, letterboxing and flat picture profile...
Stefan Bendik True! 😂 Those tips are just camera settings but won’t get you pretty pictures
Wish there was a way to “love” this video. Seriously. You’re giving power to be people. So valuable!
(Rescate is one of my favorite docs! Didn’t realize you made it)!
Nicholas Long thanks brother! So humbled for the love with Rescate
Mark - this is absolutely incredible! Down a rabbit hole of your content right now.
Cheers thanks Lauren, so glad this content found you! 🙏🏻 🇨🇦
WHOAH, how do you not have millions of subs? You're producing prettier, and more interesting content than all the big video youtubers!!!!
AMAZING
MORGAN wow haha thanks Morgan. Humbled by the love/support!!
there are so many youtubers in the indie film niche
i dont know what, but there is something different about this dude.
took me 2 vids to subscribe . love your work - keep sharing value content!
Mark Bone, your videos are better than some RUclipsrs who have 500k+ subscribers.. Thank you. Definite subscriber
I use my tripod as a kind of glide cam stabilizer. Just invert it and spread the legs out for your movements (orbits work great too). The legs being out are kind of like a tightrope walker using a pole for stability:-)
Great hack
Great Job man. Very valuable
So easy to fall down that rabbit hole of the newest and latest tech and gear. Thank you so much for these valuable tips!! Will definitely take them to heart in my own practice.
💯💯💯
Was literally just looking at/considering if i should get a top handle, then watched this. Ordered! Thanks Mark.
perfect timing!!
This information right here is gold
From all the thousand of filmmaker channels I'm subscribed to, this i feel is one of a few which are actually from a pro
Would love to see an in depth video about those TOP HANDLE SHOTS 😊💖 GREAT TIPS!
Yeah, same. I ordered straight after this suggestion. 🤘
@@AndyGray157 Me too lol
I would love for a video of using a top handle for cinematic movements and tips! It would be quick and easy but seeing the ideas would be amazing!
Becca Media Company just posted one!
Mark Bone - Awesome video!! So good!
This is one of the best RUclips videos for filmmakers just getting in the game. To get fantastic results with very little. The only thing that disappoints me is when I see dislikes for content like this. I just scratch my head... Lol. Keep up the great work in helping us out bro!
So glad to have found your channel. Thank you for the pro tips!
Kathyrine Jucar 👌🏻 glad you’re enjoying the videos!!
okey dude, when I saw the video I thought it was clickbait with some mediocere tips but this is so dope! good job with explaining it!
Just-Music thanks brother!! No click bait here! Just sharing my experience!!
Vintage lenses! Nice to see someone else appreciate those optical treasures. They're the real deal. Nice stuff Mark, also nice name...Toronto and a filmmaker as well huh? I wonder if we know the same people ;)
Owen! Hi mate :) 👋
I'm late, but, do you know of any websites or places to look for them? I can't find very many cheap ones
eBay is pretty good.
wow, the production value of this video and the little nuggets of advice all through out it are incredible, this is the first video i’ve seen by you, but definitely won’t be the last, keep up the great work man!
Another tip would be to get good:
SUBJECTS
LOCATIONS
LIGHTING
anddd STORYYYYY
then edit them all together in a way that makes it all awesome and flow to capture the viewers emotions and or attention
Mark, great content, thank you. What else to say, I've got myself top handle...game changer!
I almost stop using gimbal. Thank you. Keep the great work.
Kamil Ka no way! That’s awesome. It’s a much cheaper gimbal ;)
@@markbone thanks for reply, that's awesome you found time to check comments. Cheers, keep the great work!
Well, well, well... What is this i see in my feed! Recommendations getting better and better!
Awesome video! The old glass secret is coming out.
4:17 Rokkor 45mm is truly one of the best.
Was lucky to salvage this from my parents old xg-1 they were to throw away. So sharp, tiny, bit plasticy, beautiful colors. I have got massive collection of old glass and this lens is one of the top contenders if i were to pack only one lens with my camera. I'd put this in the same category with vintage leica glass, colors are very similar.
My recommendation for anyone interested in old glass with a budget is to look into the cheap soviet stuff(like the jena tessar in video) are
-industar 26m
-jupiter 11
-etc
These flare a ton and produce solid stuff in the right hands. Cheap as hecc also. Watch out for sample variance.
For a lot more quality choice with bit of luck finding the pieces would be the older minolta sr-mount mc rokkor prime kit. Sharp lenses with character. Minolta produced lenses with unique philosophy coating the lenses for almost identical color reproduction. So image shot with 35mm will have the same colors as shot with 85mm. Helps a ton in grading and the tones are beautiful.
The epics are:
-35mm 1.8
-50mm 1.4
-85mm 1.7/100mm 2
-200mm 4.5
Okay well... I think i got carried away a bit here. :D Sorry for long post.
nice to hear some practical and cheap alternatives for us starting out!
konradnoises glad to help in anyway
I started out doing everything you said here. At first I was looking into getting a gimbal, but did some research and found most real filmmakers don't use them. I got me a camera cage with a top and side handle. Then slowly added more and more to it, and built it up to a full on shoulder rig. My camera is ok, it's a Canon EOS M3. I love that it shoots in 1080p as the 4k hasn't really impressed me much, it almost looks too crisp. I love the old school film look, and with a little help from filters and simply dialing in or out the light, I get a great warm look and feel.
Really interesting and différent of the thousand videos on that subject !
Very very helpful! Thank you for the pro tips for us DSLR shooters
Any time!
Hey! I heard about your channel through Matti's video and the only thing I wanna say is: You're an awesome videographer !!!! I love your channel and your work, keep going !!
Yossi Mergui thanks Yossi!! So appreciate your support
What shots can you get with a top handle? Would be good to know
Rewatching this Gold after many many years after finaly joining the AOD family ❤
This is really good man. Love that you focus on the old school fundamentals. Keeping it real. Great video, thanks!
Love how these were simple and affordable tips, i feel like most filmakers and creators assume the more you pay the better results you get
I'm about to film my first mini-documentary and your advices are priceless. Thanks for all of that great knowledge!
The top handle tip was interesting to hear. The way you hold the camera is important. That's why I never liked shooting on DSLRs, they're not optimized to shoot video. I prefer a good prosumer camcorder to a DSLR because how you hold them is different.
Thanks RUclips for suggesting your channel. Fell in love. Thanks for all the knowledge
Brotha, some of the best tips on how to improve DSLR footage I've seen. Love the Beauty in the Battle. Stunning!
Love your Videos man! Really informative and fun to watch. Keep going brother
Thanks MB so glad I found your channel.
Loved this, Mark! Thank you! I'm really excited for your new channel. Quick question -- do you have any recommended adapters for attaching vintage lenses to the A7III? I find vintage lenses all the time at the local thrift shop but figured they were too old to use with a new camera.
Thanks, now I know how I can get closer to the cinematic look! A very different approach from what I’ve seen before.
I recently updated to the Sony A7iii, it’s a great camera. But I still miss my old 600D as it delivers such a soft and cinematic look. Although the dynamic range is worse on the 600D...
nice to hear such opinion. I know what you mean with that special look. That were special times..
Wow some really valuable tips here. Thanks so much.
Wow, that Video was amazing. Those Tipps gave me so much input and I always thought i need very expensiv lenses to get that look. Thank you so much for that Video.
Great video and super informative but your use of the word Ambient made my brain itch. The term just means what ever light is naturally available even if that is high noon. I think you are looking for the term low-contrast lighting. A minor difference but one that changes the meaning to better convey the feeling we are looking for in our lighting. I completely agree, I shoot a LOT of early morning and late evening to take advantage of that low-contrast lighting and get better exposure in both my highlights and shadows. The talk about lens selection and the top handle are spot on though. Overall very well done.
Bought a top handle after your handheld tips vid. What a difference a bit of weight and the use of gravity makes! More control and more natural movement. Thanks.
Great vibe my friend. Love all your advice. Very practical. With great results. I’m in. F
This video is exactly what I’ve been looking for. I’ve been looking for some kind of stabilization that is portable but not super expensive. Thank you. Also the other tips were amazing and definitely valuable. Thank you thank you thank you!
Mateen Manek you’re welcome :)
I just found your channel and subbed after the first video I watched. So much quality content man 🙌🏾
Thanks brother
@@markbone you're most welcome bro
Hey man! Thanks for the awesome video.
I’m wondering if you still recommend to do handheld if your lens doesn’t have image stabilization…? The on camera IS gives me the jello effect so without using my ronin m, footage always looks a touch too rocky. Do you still do handheld without any kind of image stabilization?Tried to fix in post, but again jello effect… and it’s a heavy set up.
Or it could just be me lol
Dude - just discovered your work. Really really enjoying it! Fellow cinematographer. Subscribed!
We have to stop meeting like this
Love it!! Thanks brother!
You deserve more subscribers my dude
Thank you Mark! It all makes sense and I appreciate your work!
I love your vids.. learning soo much!
Top handle was a dope tip
Recently I bought a top handle for my camera, but returned it because the center of gravity is way off axis on my Nikon D500 resulting in an oblique horizon. I'm also not sure if the cold shoe mount is designed to hold a heavier setup like D500 with Sigma 18-35mm. Maybe a good idea on the lighter Sonys, but not so much on the bulkier DSLRs that Canon and Nikon offers.
This has got to be one of the best if not the best tip video I’ve seen, I feel like you just increased my skill level a good amount. Thank you so much for this.
Malo_ 🙏🏻🙏🏻 hope these tips can help you!!
Top handles make such a difference, I finally purchased one a few weeks ago and I’ll never go back
IN LOVE WITH UR VIDEOS. so informative ...n so engazing ..love from india
Love this and the crazy results it produces. Thx for this...
AND just like that...you've gained another subscriber. Great stuff Mark! I really like this video. I learned a lot dude!
Great tips! I'm definitely going to try these. I was once on a shoot with a production agency and wondering why they put old lenses in front of a red camera and now I know why.
You can get some amazing stuff with hold lenses! I wish I owned more like Kyle from the video
Thank you Mark! In regard to the dynamic range, I am a big believer in testing different lenses until you discover the ideal "lens-sensor relationship" as I believe that's where it all happens, etc. I do a few things that seem to help preserve dynamic range (some very similar to your methods): #1 I Use a lower contrast lens (i.e. vintage) if your camera has a high contrast sensor (one example is when Panasonic removed the anti-aliasing filters from it's Micro Four Thirds cameras, more contrast was introduced, which is sometimes not a good match for the camera's sensor. When testing my Nikkor lenses (of differing vintage) on a GH2, GX1, G3, G5, GX85 and G85, I found that certain lens-sensor combinations were better. The short story is: GH2, GX1 and G3 look great [neutral] with Nikon G series lenses, the G5 looked perfect with Nikon D series lenses, and the GX85 and G85 can't handle the contrast of ANY of my Nikon lenses, so I'm currently testing Tokina and Tamron lenses with it (because of the lower contrast). For #2, I also have used FILTERS to reduce the contrast and therefore increase the dynamic range, which CAN work, but it varies by filter make/manufacturer, etc. And, for #3 I've even used a CD jewel case (when shooting with an old Nikon DSLR) because the sensor just couldn't handle the contrast of most scenes.
Genius tip. Underrated comment 💥
@@moreseun Thank you and that is very encouraging to me! If you want to, send me an email available on my RUclips page, and I can send you a link to my website where I'm publishing all of my settings (I don't like "selling" so I'm having a hard time getting people to believe it really works, and to try it).
Thanks Mark! What music track are you exactly using. I use Epidemic as wel:) Would be nice to know. cheers
Sony is Mirror less camera right?
THAMBANZone yes. I refer to it as a DSLR sometimes in the video 😬
This video is worth more to me than 50 other videos I've watched out together
You have some awesome content man. Recent subscriber and loving the tips you are sharing with us. I have so much to learn about videography / cinematography to I really appreciate it.
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Good information.
Regarding a to handle. I keep my DSLR rigged up at all times. Cage, shotgun mic, 7-inch monitor, mount for my iPhone if I want to livestream my shoot.
I figured out a way to add a top handle today so maybe I can do a quick release from my monopod but I haven’t tried this in the field yet.
I find the monopod adds weight to help me get smooth shots.
Eighty percent of the time I shoot with the leg telescoped all the way up. I only extend it for interviews or when I otherwise what to try for a more locked off shot.
Since most of what I do is journalistic this set up gives me the best run-and-gun flexibility.
I have some nice vintage lenses but I rarely use them because I have little Time to change lenses most of the time so my 27-70 is my primary lens. I wish that weren’t the case to sine extent.
I know this seems like an obvious question, but I would Love to hear some of your advice on how you keep things in focus/sharp during scenes with a lot of movement.
thisisromel no problem! I can certainly address this!!
thanks to YT for showing your video in home page again and again.
Loved to get the tips from you.
Thank you so much for this
Great video Mark! Love your content! keep up the awesome work!
Kristian Cyr thank you!! I’ll keep posting!
Everything about this vid is helpful and can't believe your film got nominated🔥🔥So inspired rn :)
Bupek thank you! Keep crushing it!!
@@markbone thanks for sure!
Great suggestions!! Thank you!! Definitely help me out with this video... looking forward to learning more from the best ones!! Cheers from New York
this is really informational an resourceful, I'm surprised this video hasn't been viewed more. Great job!!
I don't mean to be a pain Mark but Ambient light just means light without any supplementary lighting. It can be high or low dynamic range, it's just the existing light. What i'm sure you mean when you say "Ambient" is LOW contrast light, when the range between shadows and highlights is lower, such as indoors, overcast days or dawn/dusk. Otherwise great job, keep it up i'm a fan.
YOURE SUCH A PAIN. Jokes. You’re totally right by the technical terms! My gaffing team knows what I mean when I request “soft ambient light” so I’m a bit sloppy with the term but it’s time I change my language to be correct
Seriously helpful and insightful in many areas!! Thank you!
Highly recommend using a Helios m42 44mm f2 lens (the Soviet one) I own 2 and have about 15 lenses total and it's honestly the best lens I've ever used and was only £20
Yeasss!! I love the Helios! Good recco man!
I'm looking for some time at old lenses to put on my new a7iv, i saw you recommend that one that for some reasons i only find the 58mm f2. Any other cool lenses to recommend. Thank you
@@maximvdn I now have a a7riii and have stopped using that lens, however from my experience old Olympus and Helios lenses are very affordable and still take great photos
@@joes661 appreciate the quick answer, thank you
Honestly, very helpful man!
may i ask you how do you organize yourself to focus when grabbing from top handle?
estrella gamboa watch my latest video :)
Amazing video, keep it up!
Great stuff man! I came over from Matti's channel, definitely gonna stick around.
This was immensely helpful thank you!
Great video man. I wonder if this top handle wouldn't damage the hot shoe. This looks minimalistic which I like, but if it damages the hot shoe, would you recommend a cage? Thanks
The handle has a hot shoe itself I believe
Thanks mark
Subscribed!!!!!!
Great Content. I needed that
SUPER HELPFUL
Thanks for such great advice! I feel very motivated to get out there and make some films
Thank you so much for mentioning the top handle and old lenses! Looking forward to trying it out 😁
omg i love your style! keep it up pls!!!!!!!
Ah dude! I've been toying with the idea of picking up some vintage lenses for my A7iii and you've just convinced me to go for it. Would love to see a deep dive on ones you've used and how the footage varies against new versions. Another great vid. Top work.
Great stuff dude! Love me some top handles. "but honestly, only shoot at sunset" hahah perfect.
WOW!!! That rack focus on the fencing mask towards the end was ill.
Great tips really! Also a black pro mist is necessary for cinematic look!
You’re seriously quickly becoming my favorite youtuber, dude. Ive been binge watching your vids. Big thumbs up!
Just blasting through all your videos dude, they're great. Keep em, coming!
i heard your channel because of your video with matti... yey! love your channel! more more pls. and thank you for doing all this things. it keeps us aspiring film makers get inspired and motivated
Great Tips! Tnx!
Thanks Mark, great content! Do you prefer sunset over sunrise? And if so, why?
I like Sunset because I can work towards it and practice my shots while the sun goes down. Sunrise you're always rushed and the light just gets brighter and more harsh
Good video. Never new the reason for a top handle. Subscribed.