i have zve10 and even with manual focus it keeps showing grains / pixelations in and out if u know what i mean not sure why theres enough lighting n all
Great video for flat shots. I'm thinking of upgrading from a Canon camcorder to a Z but I'm not sure which one, but I saw your Z video). Do you have any suggestions? I would like it easy and nothing fancy, Thank you
I would try putting the crystal on an angle or slant, and then angle your camera on a tripod to match to keep the flat lay look This may help You can also try bouncing the light off of other objects in the room to disperse it
Hey Ben, how exactly did you setup the camera with the rode microphone stand? I bought the Ulanzi ballhead but can’t seem to figure out how to attach it to the stand. Also what goes in between the ulanzi and the camera, could you also link that?
You may need to get a 3/8 to 1/4 inch screw Adaptor to mount it to the Ulanzi. I’m using a manfrotto ballhead here which has a 3/8 inch screw on it instead of the regular 1/4 inch
I shot this video top down with my iPad sitting on a cupboard shelf above the kitchen counter! Used a clamped spotlight from the top/side, which is why it looks like there is a glowing orb in the middle of the shot!! Lol...I need to invest in some light diffusers! ruclips.net/video/wjjE97PHAYw/видео.html
Thanks for sharing Ben. Please share the cheapest and best quality web camera for live recordings. Also what are these side lights you have? What do you call them? I am from India and I don't see them on Amazon in my country please share how should I buy these? Thanks a ton.
Very helpful video. Would have liked to have seen some commentary on that cool monitor you have off to the side. How are you connecting it to the camera?
Hey brother hows it going, extremly nice clean video, i wanted to ask im on a budget and i found a older black magic pocket cinema. Is this a good starter to get a similar feel like your videos. I do unboxings and reviews on my channel and im just getting into the quality of my videos.
@@benjohnsoncreative im glad you said that i actually found that exact camera for 300 with trading my crappy panasonic fz80, though it did get me through these rough time’s. Thank you greatly brother CHEERS 🥂
I love this as an on camera monitor for filming myself: amzn.to/2PbxBKM The exact external one I use is out of stock but it’s a 4K 7inch around $150-200 any of those should work great
Great video and some excellent tips there Ben! Another option for mounting a camera overhead - I use an old boom arm style microphone floor stand, and bought a SmallRig camera clamp mount. I removed the microphone mount from the end of the boom arm and then clamped the SmallRig camera mount in its place. Now I can move the stand anywhere I want (as well as raise and lower its height by 3 feet or so), adjust the boom arm angle and have it pointing straight down at the subject area. Cheap and simple, and it works!
The mic is a 5/8 thread You’ll need an Adaptor from 5/8 to 1/4 inch which would be a standard for camera tripods and phone mounts In my case I used a manfrotto ballhead which has a 5/8 thread on the bottom, and a quarter inch thread on the top
@@benjohnsoncreative thanks! I’m trying like heck to find a table like you had to shoot the top down on. The ikea one I want isn’t available to ship sadly and my closest IKEA is 3 hours away haha
It’s not a paid advertisement, they sent me products to check out and feature on the channel if I like them or not, and I can say whatever my opinion is on them
Huge fan of this video. Right now I have a ring light on a C stand with a phone holder to film my overhead shots. I’m mostly shooting notebooks so it’s works, but I need other options for when I’m filming screens or shiny options. Thanks for the lighting inspo.
Very nice video man! I want to start a unboxing youtube channel but the problem is I don't know how to set up my studio. Now I found you video Im gonna try to start my channel! Thanks man! You're thr best!
The desk in the description, is that for the one in the background or the one for the product shots. I'm in the market for one and I like how that has wheels. Cool channel, btw!
@@benjohnsoncreative thanks for the reply! Glad to hear it wasn't a special order, or something along those lines. Heading to their site to find it now. (or something comperable)
@@benjohnsoncreative 🙋♂️ i got some brass converter then a ball shaped thing to pit the dslrcon but turns out my standing scissor mic thing when you unscrew the dynamic mic holder the bass is very very thick! I mite return the two pieces and just tape my iphone to the mic holder scissor setup
I discovered your channel today. Now I already rank it number two from premier gal channel. Love your work. I am spending the rest of 2020 on this channel. What are you planning for us new subs for year 2020?
Glad you are enjoying the channel! Let me answer your question with a question: what content would you like to see? I’m always interested to hear what my subscribers are finding beneficial, what problems you guys have, and if I can help bring solutions
@@benjohnsoncreative thanks so much for your warm welcome. Most RUclips channels out there are churning out the IJKL of the industry. For most of us who are starting or almost starting, we are yearning to learn the ABCD of the industry. Glad that you are giving us that!
Hi Ben. Just wondered what frame rate and shutter speed you shoot your videos at. They are so crisp. I’m shooting 25fps / 1/50 shutter with manual focus. It just not as crisp as I would like. Thanks
I’d recommend using manual focus when you can, a lot of the issues probably come down to the camera / lens you are using. I’d also try checking out what autofocus area option you have!
@@benjohnsoncreative ya i saw now. I saw ppl using a 3/4” female to 1/4” male adapter to then put the camera holder thing on so ill check mine if i need that
this channel is so underrated. i want to start streaming craftmaking on twitch and this will be so helpful to me! I don't have nice equipment yet but with these tips i think i can make it work!
![Overhead Video Tutorial: How to Shoot Top Down Video [UPDATED!]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/zUGnfjIkcYc/mqdefault.jpg)
Check out my full lighting course here: www.learnvideolighting.com
i have zve10 and even with manual focus it keeps showing grains / pixelations in and out if u know what i mean not sure why theres enough lighting n all
I’ve always been trying to figure out on how to film overhead. This will be useful!
Awesome Cindy! Again this is just my way of doing it, there are other ways, but this will hopefully give you some good practices overall :)
Great video for flat shots. I'm thinking of upgrading from a Canon camcorder to a Z but I'm not sure which one, but I saw your Z video). Do you have any suggestions? I would like it easy and nothing fancy, Thank you
Not sure if this was the video you saw, if not, it should help answer: ruclips.net/video/Bu1AjBO7lNQ/видео.htmlsi=1kZ5B6vgDNdInrqo
Any tips on how to prevent light reflection on the sapphire crystal when doing wrist watch reviews?
I would try putting the crystal on an angle or slant, and then angle your camera on a tripod to match to keep the flat lay look
This may help
You can also try bouncing the light off of other objects in the room to disperse it
Hi again😁. Can you make a video about that small monitor which is conected to your camera, please?! Thank you both.✌🏻
Its a Neewer 4k 7inch monitor :)
Well done.
Thanks Odiatoka!
Quality 👌🏼 second time I’ve heard of someone using a mic arm to do overhead camera stuff. Definitely going to try it
Thanks Amelia! Yes it works super well as long as the mic arm is strong enough!
2:24 you like this table because it’s super flat 🤣🤷🏻♂️ logically all table is flat, else you can used it in correct way 🤣
Some tables are more textured, subtle bumps and such, makes it harder to achieve the look, a flat smooth surface is better
Broooooo I mean ALL your content is just 🔥🔥🔥. You are underrated mehn!! You really push me to keep providing good content.
Thanks so much! 🔥 🤘🏻 keep crushing it!
Please tell me what Is the size your table in foot 🙏🏻😊
Hey Ben, how exactly did you setup the camera with the rode microphone stand? I bought the Ulanzi ballhead but can’t seem to figure out how to attach it to the stand. Also what goes in between the ulanzi and the camera, could you also link that?
You may need to get a 3/8 to 1/4 inch screw Adaptor to mount it to the Ulanzi. I’m using a manfrotto ballhead here which has a 3/8 inch screw on it instead of the regular 1/4 inch
I shot this video top down with my iPad sitting on a cupboard shelf above the kitchen counter! Used a clamped spotlight from the top/side, which is why it looks like there is a glowing orb in the middle of the shot!! Lol...I need to invest in some light diffusers! ruclips.net/video/wjjE97PHAYw/видео.html
Haha yeah I see what you mean, you can check out my DIY light hack video to get some ideas: ruclips.net/video/ETnctiaQHIc/видео.html
I liked the good video
Thanks Midilaj!
Thanks for sharing Ben. Please share the cheapest and best quality web camera for live recordings. Also what are these side lights you have? What do you call them?
I am from India and I don't see them on Amazon in my country please share how should I buy these?
Thanks a ton.
Check BAndH they are called fotodiox flapjack
@@benjohnsoncreative okay sure thanks for quick response. Love your videos. 😉
the head of my mic stand is a ball joint, I couldn't tell from your video if yours was the same thing.
My mic stand is not a ball head joint but the tripod plate adaptor I’m putting on it is
How do I connect the Ulanzi U-80L to the attachment pin on the PSA 1? The attachment pin is too big for it. Did you use an adapter?
I use a manfrotto tripod head that has the proper thread
Nice Tipps. Blew my mind, that i can just try if my mic stand can support my cam. Subbed and Liked, great content.
Thanks so much! Welcome to the creative crew!!
What is your job then
I run a wedding photo/video company, a social media agency, and do this
Tks for your video. May I check what is the monitor you have linked to your tripod stand where you watch the top down video while you do your display?
Here you go : amzn.to/3mw2DdU
Very helpful video. Would have liked to have seen some commentary on that cool monitor you have off to the side. How are you connecting it to the camera?
HDMI cable, it’s a Neewer 4k monitor
Sincerely can anyone tell me how to search for those poster board? I can't find anything online similar .-.
amzn.to/3tVogJq
Hey brother hows it going, extremly nice clean video, i wanted to ask im on a budget and i found a older black magic pocket cinema.
Is this a good starter to get a similar feel like your videos.
I do unboxings and reviews on my channel and im just getting into the quality of my videos.
I’d go for something like a Sony a6400 with a sigma 16mm 1.4 over a black magic
@@benjohnsoncreative im glad you said that i actually found that exact camera for 300 with trading my crappy panasonic fz80, though it did get me through these rough time’s.
Thank you greatly brother CHEERS 🥂
Can you assist with doing it for calligraphers. I know most tech will remain same but some cool tips will assist a lot
My advice would be the same! Get your lighting right to avoid shadows , if you're doing any digital calligraphy be cautious of glare from the lights
what's your favorite monitor display for the Sony camera?
I love this as an on camera monitor for filming myself: amzn.to/2PbxBKM
The exact external one I use is out of stock but it’s a 4K 7inch around $150-200 any of those should work great
Hey Ben can you provide the link of poster board which you used in this video ❤️
I just got it at a local craft store
Great tutorial, might apply these techniques to my own videos, thank you! Keep up the hard work, love the content!
Awesome! I appreciate that 320! Glad you’re loving the content
@@benjohnsoncreative what is 320? 🙃
Great video and some excellent tips there Ben! Another option for mounting a camera overhead - I use an old boom arm style microphone floor stand, and bought a SmallRig camera clamp mount. I removed the microphone mount from the end of the boom arm and then clamped the SmallRig camera mount in its place. Now I can move the stand anywhere I want (as well as raise and lower its height by 3 feet or so), adjust the boom arm angle and have it pointing straight down at the subject area. Cheap and simple, and it works!
That is a FANTASTIC diy work around,
LOVE IT! 👏🏻
Looks like a very helpful comment, thanks for sharing. Can you please share what exactly you use so I can use the same setup.
Where did you found this Color sheets? It's hella expensive on the internet
A craft store
Indian fans😍
Thanks for watching Anju!
Weird question but I love your hat, d you know the model name or where to get it?, I find it hard to find that kind of fit lol
This is it I think: amzn.to/3zSKhHW
*Great channel yo support this channel yo*
Thanks for watching Rab!
Over the moon I found your channel, outstanding Content - thank you!
Thanks Mark, I am glad you found the channel too! 🌙
Sorry what are the lighting that you are using on this video? Flat jack light?
Flap Jack: amzn.to/3bVk9A7
what camera/lens are you using in the video?
I use the Sony A7c: amzn.to/3joWZfo
with the 20mm 1.8: amzn.to/3YfVGOE
What camera was on the mic arm?
I use the Sony ZV1 or ZVE10 for top down shots
7:18 there is a glare. How to remove those types of light reflections?
It’s all in the positioning. Pulling the lights further away would help
What’s the adapter used to convert the mic arm for the camera? Also, what will I need to attach an iPhone instead. Thanks for this video.
The mic is a 5/8 thread
You’ll need an Adaptor from 5/8 to 1/4 inch which would be a standard for camera tripods and phone mounts
In my case I used a manfrotto ballhead which has a 5/8 thread on the bottom, and a quarter inch thread on the top
@@benjohnsoncreative thanks
Would love an updated version of this or newer products you may recommend
I’ll add it to my list
@@benjohnsoncreative thanks! I’m trying like heck to find a table like you had to shoot the top down on. The ikea one I want isn’t available to ship sadly and my closest IKEA is 3 hours away haha
Great video man! What table is this?
It’s just a rolling table I found at my local Target a few years back
Can you give an updated link to the white table, and then a link to the lights you had in the video?
The white table was an item from a local store so I can’t link it
Lights: amzn.to/3QgD1Sb
@@benjohnsoncreative thanks!
I m asking that you advertise their product or not
It’s not a paid advertisement, they sent me products to check out and feature on the channel if I like them or not, and I can say whatever my opinion is on them
what i really like about this table is that its flat.
As in not textured
million subscriber soon your
Thanks so much!
I’m sold!!! Can I send product to u for an unboxing? Best contact is here or IG??
Sorry this isn’t a service I offer
Hi can you please let me know what brand the small monitor which is connected to your camera is?
Thank you
It’s a Neewer 4k 7inch monitor :)
@@benjohnsoncreative thanks Ben
You mention everything but "How to shoot overhead video." Where's the camera? what's the setting? Zoom or not?
what mic do you recommend for unboxing videos that can capture those crispy unboxing moments and tearing of plastic covers? budget tier
Great video !
Glad you enjoyed it
Do you get products from company to do b roll or ad
Hey Aman, a few of the products were sent to me to check out and feature on the channel
Can I use my iPhone to make a video?
yes: ruclips.net/video/1012vZNucwc/видео.html
I love this. Thank you...
Thanks for watching Bracket!
nice video. however, how to rotate the 180 degree image? is camera have a option?
You can use a bullhead adaptor or rotate the video in post
@@benjohnsoncreative thank you! I might give my son to try youtuber :) have a great day!!
Huge fan of this video. Right now I have a ring light on a C stand with a phone holder to film my overhead shots. I’m mostly shooting notebooks so it’s works, but I need other options for when I’m filming screens or shiny options. Thanks for the lighting inspo.
Ah yes I could see the reflecting being an issue, glad it works for your notebooks tho!
@@benjohnsoncreative I’ve been doing an offset lighting to not get a glare and a different camera angle - playing around man. It’s fun
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Thanks for watching!
I can’t believe I never thought of the colorful construction paper, that is brilliant!
Also, do you have any tips for reducing camera shake at 7:18
Thx man
Thanks YOU for watching! 🤘🏻
hello and thank you for all those usefull videos!! how can i avoid shadows of finger on an overhead video showing hands and fingers?
Thanks for the tips. I've watched lots of videos on tour channel today ☺️
Thanks for supporting!
Did you shoot the overhead in a flat picture profile & edit it?
You are very underrated ❤❤Keep it up! 100K Soon!
Thanks so much appreciate that! I’m just happy for all of you who are here rocking with me now! 🤘🏻
Very nice video man! I want to start a unboxing youtube channel but the problem is I don't know how to set up my studio. Now I found you video Im gonna try to start my channel! Thanks man! You're thr best!
Awesome Philip glad it was helpful for you!!
The desk in the description, is that for the one in the background or the one for the product shots. I'm in the market for one and I like how that has wheels. Cool channel, btw!
The desk in the description is for the desk my computer is on, I got the one with wheels from target
@@benjohnsoncreative thanks for the reply! Glad to hear it wasn't a special order, or something along those lines. Heading to their site to find it now. (or something comperable)
yayy lets see if this what ive been looking for
Thanks for watching Sleepy!
@@benjohnsoncreative 🙋♂️ i got some brass converter then a ball shaped thing to pit the dslrcon but turns out my standing scissor mic thing when you unscrew the dynamic mic holder the bass is very very thick! I mite return the two pieces and just tape my iphone to the mic holder scissor setup
Super like
Big thanks!
Pls answer
Just did
Hey Ben. What lens did you use in the camera.
On the overhead camera I am using a 20mm 2.8 and have a 16mm wide angle converter on it
@@benjohnsoncreative don't know what a converter is but it's good info 🤣
Thank you for sharing this helpful video! Take care!
Thanks, you too!
I discovered your channel today. Now I already rank it number two from premier gal channel. Love your work. I am spending the rest of 2020 on this channel. What are you planning for us new subs for year 2020?
Glad you are enjoying the channel! Let me answer your question with a question: what content would you like to see? I’m always interested to hear what my subscribers are finding beneficial, what problems you guys have, and if I can help bring solutions
@@benjohnsoncreative thanks so much for your warm welcome. Most RUclips channels out there are churning out the IJKL of the industry. For most of us who are starting or almost starting, we are yearning to learn the ABCD of the industry. Glad that you are giving us that!
What lens for over head shoot? My camera is zve10.
Very well described all the things, thank you very much sir.
Glad you found it helpful!
Very good!
Video idea: how do you light a subject wearing glasses?
I talk about it in this video here: ruclips.net/video/IXe3rEWrDVg/видео.html
But I can do a full video on this as well!
Hi Ben. Just wondered what frame rate and shutter speed you shoot your videos at. They are so crisp. I’m shooting 25fps / 1/50 shutter with manual focus. It just not as crisp as I would like. Thanks
I do the same :) I color grade tho and it’s shot in 4k
Another awesome lesson I'm looking for 🤩🤩.. thanks bro for sharing
Thanks for watching!
Super cool hack. Gonna try it with my 5d mark2. Might be a bit heavy for my mic arm. :D
Yes take it slow and safe when trying haha!
Great video Ben! What are thoughts on the Sony A6400?
LOVE the a6400 highly recommend for youtubers!
I am a cuber and I want overhead shots a lot
Thanks for this!!!!!
Thanks for watching!
Hi Ben, I’m a calligrapher- the shadows Look too strong - anyway to eliminate them and have less contrast?
Hey Ab let’s connect on Instagram so I can see what you are working with
Amezing sir❤️
Thanks! 🤘🏻
I've tried shooting unboxing videos before but I keep getting focusing issues when i take things out of the box and try to show them to the camera
I’d recommend using manual focus when you can, a lot of the issues probably come down to the camera / lens you are using. I’d also try checking out what autofocus area option you have!
Like always, Great content! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks Fenzir! 🤘🏻
Thats an amazing video bro...thanks for creating this...it is really helpful for a new tech channel...keep up the good work...!
Awesome thanks for watching Abhishek! And congrats on the new tech channel, have fun and stay creative!
@@benjohnsoncreative Welcome Ben! Have a good day !
Wow is its a really amazing video....❤️
Thanks so much! ❤️
Super helpful, Thank You!
Thanks for watching, glad it was helpful!
Very informative! Video of such a great quality keep it up
Thanks and challenge accepted!
What brand is the key light that u used
wait so how did he transform the thing
You just unscrew the mic clamp and put a “tripod head” on it
@@benjohnsoncreative ya i saw now. I saw ppl using a 3/4” female to 1/4” male adapter to then put the camera holder thing on so ill check mine if i need that
@@benjohnsoncreative ps do i necessarily need the converter??
Great video
Cool tutorial dude :) what camera and lens did you use for the overhead rig?
In this video I used a Song a6300 but I've recently switched to the Sony ZV1 and love it for overhead shots: ruclips.net/video/roe4w5DYok8/видео.html
this channel is so underrated. i want to start streaming craftmaking on twitch and this will be so helpful to me! I don't have nice equipment yet but with these tips i think i can make it work!
Make it work as much as you can with what you have, and then as things take off you can upgrade and appreciate the nice gear even more :)
Thanks for the shoutout, Ben!
Thanks for making an awesome
Product! 🤘🏻
Thank you so so much, i was looking for this, so useful!!!!!
Thanks glad it helped!
Been looking for this kind of video! Instant sub dude
Thanks for the sub!
Awesome video and great tips my man.
Glad you liked it!
there are still shadows..
That desk is dope and you didn't link it!!
Ah, a true rookie mistake on my part haha! I just added the links for it! Thanks Cali
Explain plz your vedio Editor or your intro editor
Here you go: ruclips.net/video/kwTYq8lPii8/видео.html
Hey Ben! What focal length do you recommend for flay lays like this?
Thank you for making this kind of vedio
Thanks for watching Kapray!
Love your videos
Thanks so much!
Just what I needed 🙌🏻 Thanks, thumbs up!
Awesome glad it’s helping ya, thanks for watching 🙌🏻