Sharing my notes here 😀. Keep shooting peeps. 1. SMARTPHONE GEAR - 3:30 - Top smartphones will deliver good results - Buying good quality stabilizer > Smartphone Gimbal - Manual Camera App = Moment Pro Cam, Filmic Pro, Bestcam - Pro Camera, DJI MIMO - ND Filter - Third party lenses - Tripod - Microphone - Portable battery charger 2. CAMERA SETTINGS - 7:30 - Highest Resolution (1080p to 4k) - Highest bitrate - Frame Rate - 24fps realtime, 60fps slow motion - White Balance - Shutter Speed and ISO > use ND Filter if needed 3. NAILING CORRECT EXPOSURE - 10:05 - Take the time to get a clean exposure 4. FOCUS - 11:21 - Locking the focus to prevent video from beating 5. LIGHTING - 12:12 - Shooting in ideal conditions - Prioritizing the best locations and lighting conditions - Shoot at golden hour or Shade/Cloud Coverage 6. CINEMATIC MOVEMENTS - 13:30 - Knowing how to incorporate smooth movements - Avoid these: - Using a low quality gimbal - The in camera stabilization is conflicting with the gimbal stabilization - Don't know how to operate the gimbal properly - Having gimbal doesn't mean that you will instantly get cinematic movement. You will need to constantly practice. 7. FOCAL LENGTHS AND LENS OPTIONS - 15:18 - Utilizing the phone's lenses - Main camera lens always have the best quality - Using third party lens like moment lenses 8. COMPOSITION - 16:47 - Make sure you fill the frame with subjects - Don't just digitally zoom like your mom - Use foreground - Use rule of thirds - Use leading lines 9. SHOOT TO EDIT - 18:20 - Ask yourself why you are shooting. Will it benefit to the content that you will make? - Do a little bit of pre-planning before start shooting - What emotions do I want to convey? - Always shoot more than you need. - Dont just shoot to shot. Always think the purpose of each shot. 10. CAPTURING PROFESSIONAL AUDIO - 20:02 - Learning how to sound design - Make sure that your mic is as close as possible to your subject. - You can use external mics (lav mic, shotgun mic)
Started off using my smartphone as a entry level for my channel. Now I've invested in Sony Lens and Camera and is tough going back to mobile quality. Just can't unsee the quality difference.
Honestly the biggest tell is that the smartphone footage is waaaay over sharpened. If you can get the exposure right and use compositions where the small sensor deep depth of field isn't noticeable, you wouldn't be able to tell, if it weren't for the sharpening.
I'll add a couple: anti-flicker and de-sharpen. Smartphone footage flickers a lot, especially in higher contrast scenes, but I found the anti-flicker in Premiere does a pretty good job at removing this. Smartphone footage also tends to be way too sharp. When that's toned down, it looks a lot more natural. With my S21 the stabilization is pretty darn impressive. Unless you need to be walking for your shot, you really don't even need a gimbal, especially if you shoot in 60 fps for slow mo. Add in warp stabilizer and it looks like it was on a gimbal! I've been sleeping on what my phone can do, but after reviewing some video I took with it, I'm gonna start using it more!
I would say a bonus tip is to lean in to the quality. Instead of trying to make the phone look good, just use it a a handheld little story machine, like for flashbacks or some handheld action to create emotion, make the viewer feel like they are there. Thats how I use the smartphone atleast :)
Since I film only on an iPhone, this video helped A LOT. One thing I would suggest though is adding a light blur/glow to the footage- it gets rid of that ultra sharp iPhone look
Being an owner of multiple gimbals it's better to spend an additional $20 to $30 more than the DJI Osmo 3 or 4 and buy a high quality mid size gimbal like the Feiyutech G6 Max or the Moza Mini P. They are not bulky and still small in size and portable. With these you can be future proof and attach lenses , ND filters , cages and microphones without counterweights and risk burning up the motors. Also you can attach cameras if you want to upgrade so you're not stuck to a smartphone only gimbal and then have to buy another.
This is very helpful. I’m traveling to Nigeria and I’m traveling light. So definitely using my smartphone to capture video. I have an DJI Osmo 3 and the Moment Lenses. I use counterweights that can be screwed into the stabilizer to balance the phone.
Wow, this is really impressive. I'm so glad I came across your video. This is why content creators need hardware nerds! The kind that are smart in translating hardware technicalities into simpler terms. I had a limited budget as a world traveler and I brought the wrong gear (insta360 X3) even after countless hours of reviewing the best action camera on Earth. Because no one spoke about its negative aspects of vlogging and the editing work. Now I have to sell it for a huge loss. I was thinking of using my iPhone 14Pro coupled with the latest DJI gimbal and adding in the best wireless audio from Rode. I needed to know with full confidence if my footage could beat the few thousand dollars cameras I couldn't afford. I was strategizing on using Adobe Premium Pro and upgrading my video editing skills, sharpening my music pairing intuition. Your production was the greatest testament, it was the best 25 mins I have ever spent on TH-cam. You did so well in explaining and showcasing everything (The sales pitch was pretty subtle yet such a powerful presentation). Thanks for helping me to trust that what I have, is already a powerhouse! :)🕊
Love these tutorials! I actually learned recently that certain social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram only take iPhone videos that are 30 FPS hence why it automatically goes to 30 FPS in the camera app. Anyways great job again keep crushing it!
Thank you, Parker Walbeck, for consistently creating and sharing such informative and helpful videos on TH-cam. Your content has greatly impacted my learning and growth in the field. I truly appreciate the time and effort you put into creating valuable content for your audience. Keep up the great work!"
Thank you for the Video. Question, which one would you recommend for 'Events Videography' in terms of 'capturing music, dancing, experiences between people and Editing it all after to create amazing music videos?' Would it be the Google Pixel, Iphone 15, Samsung, Sony or another smart phone? Creating music videos & film making is key here. Note; most of the events will be at night with various flashing lights. Look forward to your wisdom. Many thanks, Gary
Nice video! The DJI osmo gimbals are great for broll but people need to understand they are not built to hold a chunky lens and filters. The gears can/will eventually wear out so I have gone from the osmo 3 to the Weebill S so I can use a full set up with the gimbal.
Great tips! I love these kind of videos with smartphones. I don't know if this will sound like a stupid question but which aspect ratio is the best to shoot in with phones?
The aspect ratio is more important for the output video content (i.e TV or Phone and then TikTk or YT). If you are looking to do full cinematic, then 16:9 and 21:9 if you have the professional kit. Once you know which platform you are looking to show your video, then the aspect ratio will be key to ensure it fits on the screen / video. Each platform provides its recommended aspect ratio. 👍
Sharing my notes here 😀. Keep shooting peeps.
1. SMARTPHONE GEAR - 3:30
- Top smartphones will deliver good results
- Buying good quality stabilizer > Smartphone Gimbal
- Manual Camera App = Moment Pro Cam, Filmic Pro, Bestcam - Pro Camera, DJI MIMO
- ND Filter
- Third party lenses
- Tripod
- Microphone
- Portable battery charger
2. CAMERA SETTINGS - 7:30
- Highest Resolution (1080p to 4k)
- Highest bitrate
- Frame Rate - 24fps realtime, 60fps slow motion
- White Balance
- Shutter Speed and ISO > use ND Filter if needed
3. NAILING CORRECT EXPOSURE - 10:05
- Take the time to get a clean exposure
4. FOCUS - 11:21
- Locking the focus to prevent video from beating
5. LIGHTING - 12:12
- Shooting in ideal conditions
- Prioritizing the best locations and lighting conditions
- Shoot at golden hour or Shade/Cloud Coverage
6. CINEMATIC MOVEMENTS - 13:30
- Knowing how to incorporate smooth movements
- Avoid these:
- Using a low quality gimbal
- The in camera stabilization is conflicting with the gimbal stabilization
- Don't know how to operate the gimbal properly
- Having gimbal doesn't mean that you will instantly get cinematic movement. You will need to constantly practice.
7. FOCAL LENGTHS AND LENS OPTIONS - 15:18
- Utilizing the phone's lenses
- Main camera lens always have the best quality
- Using third party lens like moment lenses
8. COMPOSITION - 16:47
- Make sure you fill the frame with subjects
- Don't just digitally zoom like your mom
- Use foreground
- Use rule of thirds
- Use leading lines
9. SHOOT TO EDIT - 18:20
- Ask yourself why you are shooting. Will it benefit to the content that you will make?
- Do a little bit of pre-planning before start shooting
- What emotions do I want to convey?
- Always shoot more than you need.
- Dont just shoot to shot. Always think the purpose of each shot.
10. CAPTURING PROFESSIONAL AUDIO - 20:02
- Learning how to sound design
- Make sure that your mic is as close as possible to your subject.
- You can use external mics (lav mic, shotgun mic)
Make your on TH-cam channel 😅❤️
Love it bro
Your awesome! Thanks for this
Amazing
Thanks, bro! Huge Help.
Everyone who films on a phone should watch this however, it's also applicable to cameras.
Absolutely 💪
Okay madam 😍
Certainly
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I've watched dozens of filmmaking videos and you easily took the top for being the most insightful and also haveing some of the best shots. Thank you!
Started off using my smartphone as a entry level for my channel. Now I've invested in Sony Lens and Camera and is tough going back to mobile quality. Just can't unsee the quality difference.
Honestly the biggest tell is that the smartphone footage is waaaay over sharpened. If you can get the exposure right and use compositions where the small sensor deep depth of field isn't noticeable, you wouldn't be able to tell, if it weren't for the sharpening.
@@thatcherfreeman agreed! Way too oversharpened
@@thatcherfreeman yeah
@@thatcherfreeman I use a iPhone se 2nd gen and it’s is over sharpened way too much. And I can’t de-sharpen it 😐😐
@@dannybaldelomar it is possible … use davinci Resolve (free version)
You guys are just A M A Z I N G ✨
I'm making a TH-cam/Film group chat where we can Motivate, Lead, and Build each other up as Filmmakers, If you wanna join say "I'm In"
I'll add a couple: anti-flicker and de-sharpen. Smartphone footage flickers a lot, especially in higher contrast scenes, but I found the anti-flicker in Premiere does a pretty good job at removing this. Smartphone footage also tends to be way too sharp. When that's toned down, it looks a lot more natural.
With my S21 the stabilization is pretty darn impressive. Unless you need to be walking for your shot, you really don't even need a gimbal, especially if you shoot in 60 fps for slow mo. Add in warp stabilizer and it looks like it was on a gimbal! I've been sleeping on what my phone can do, but after reviewing some video I took with it, I'm gonna start using it more!
How do you de-sharpen the footage? in editing or there's anything we can do while shooting
@@rishabhnaudiyal1301 yes, in editing
Compared to real film all digital images look too sharp 🙂
It's awesome to see free online content for creators like this! Thanks for making filmmaking accessible y'all.
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I would say a bonus tip is to lean in to the quality. Instead of trying to make the phone look good, just use it a a handheld little story machine, like for flashbacks or some handheld action to create emotion, make the viewer feel like they are there. Thats how I use the smartphone atleast :)
Thanks a lot 🙏🏻
Mman we follow the same guy ❤️
Big fan
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هلو محمد إحسان شلونك بس عندي ليش ما تسوي فيديو أو تسوي كورس عن المونتاج لان مونتاج أسطوري
bro the phone he is talking about is more expensive than any midrange camera lol
@@mohammadrafin8243 Bro, He is Comparing the phone with a Cinema Camera which is Really Costly.
Dropping a cellphone videography tutorial right after insta comes out as saying they're primarily focused on video.
Genius 👏
They dropped it a few days ago but then deleted the video. Not sure why. It's still there in my notifications but greyed out.
Since I film only on an iPhone, this video helped A LOT. One thing I would suggest though is adding a light blur/glow to the footage- it gets rid of that ultra sharp iPhone look
I'm making a TH-cam/Film group chat where we can Motivate, Lead, and Build each other up as Filmmakers, If you wanna join say "I'm In"
I'm in
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How? I use InShot, does anyone how to do that?
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Full Time Film Maker is the Best Course I've Ever paid for!
This was so helpful, thank you.
Awesome video - thanks guys!
this is the only channel that uploads a 23 minutes video and I dont skip
This is one of the most detailed and yet crisp information I've seen on Smartphone Videography or Photography. Keep up the great work.
wonderful,,,
thanks for sharing such great tips,,
Best detailed video tutorial I've seen so far.
Wow , like that bird transition
These Tips area amazing and super real!
Great content parker😍❤️👍👏👏
Great video
I really enjoyed watch it
Thanks
Finally video that we wanted please also make how to edit on phone
Thanks lots man these tips will help
An excellent very professional presentation which makes me seriously consider your course.
So much value here. Thanks for the content! Using this for my youtube channel
Love from Indiaaaa! I'm gonna keep these awesome tips in mind for my next travel! Thanks for much Parker!!
how the footages are so so so steady and smooth. my ones always shaky even use gimbals or whatever
Thanks for sharing this idea, amazing
It was really helpful, thank you ❤️
super informative great vid for beginner , with the smartphone,
Great tips! Thanks!
Being an owner of multiple gimbals it's better to spend an additional $20 to $30 more than the DJI Osmo 3 or 4 and buy a high quality mid size gimbal like the Feiyutech G6 Max or the Moza Mini P. They are not bulky and still small in size and portable. With these you can be future proof and attach lenses , ND filters , cages and microphones without counterweights and risk burning up the motors. Also you can attach cameras if you want to upgrade so you're not stuck to a smartphone only gimbal and then have to buy another.
Damn wish I new this earlier
You're extremely generous. I truly appreciate it. You've definitely gained a follower!
Am happy for these
the first part of the video made me forget i was watching tips and tricks until your intro popped up LOL
that very inspirational
This is very helpful. I’m traveling to Nigeria and I’m traveling light. So definitely using my smartphone to capture video. I have an DJI Osmo 3 and the Moment Lenses. I use counterweights that can be screwed into the stabilizer to balance the phone.
I REALLY LIKE AND LOVE YOUR VIDEOOL AND YOU ALSO BIG BRO...TQ SO MUCH FOR HELPFULL VIDEO ..
even the intro just breathtaking
if u can’t shoot good video wt ur phone after watching this video … u should giveup filmmaking .. awesome video Jake
I always see the videos from this channel to improve my making videos. Always thank you
Wow, this is really impressive. I'm so glad I came across your video. This is why content creators need hardware nerds! The kind that are smart in translating hardware technicalities into simpler terms.
I had a limited budget as a world traveler and I brought the wrong gear (insta360 X3) even after countless hours of reviewing the best action camera on Earth. Because no one spoke about its negative aspects of vlogging and the editing work. Now I have to sell it for a huge loss. I was thinking of using my iPhone 14Pro coupled with the latest DJI gimbal and adding in the best wireless audio from Rode. I needed to know with full confidence if my footage could beat the few thousand dollars cameras I couldn't afford. I was strategizing on using Adobe Premium Pro and upgrading my video editing skills, sharpening my music pairing intuition.
Your production was the greatest testament, it was the best 25 mins I have ever spent on TH-cam. You did so well in explaining and showcasing everything (The sales pitch was pretty subtle yet such a powerful presentation). Thanks for helping me to trust that what I have, is already a powerhouse! :)🕊
Thanks for the scenes from Sausalito, brings back good times.
great video!
Thank you so much for these tips, the smart phone is truly a good option
I really like your videos. So I'm trying to make a video like you. 😍😍😍
Love these tutorials! I actually learned recently that certain social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram only take iPhone videos that are 30 FPS hence why it automatically goes to 30 FPS in the camera app. Anyways great job again keep crushing it!
I think 30fps is just the default settings for most phones
very informative... the kind of video begginers searching for...
That was a LOT of info in one video. Thanks!
Great video!
Great tips
Watching From Nepal 🇳🇵
And lots of love 💕
My favorite channel. Am really passionate. This is exactly what I want
Hi. Great Video! Can you please tell me if your Smartphone Video Pro course is compatible with a Galaxy A52? Thanks
It is so important skills help me improved it. Thanks!
Nice video, no link in kit for the selfie stick tripod you showed in this video
I will try , thanks
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What a big help, now i know how to improve my footage on my next project
Wow....🤩🔥
Useful tips💎
Useful 10 tips for smartphone video.
Ok question when filming with your cell phone do you recommend filming in 1080 or 4k
You are beyond my imagination. Good to see you back
Oh boy. You guys are on fire!! I'm in! Planning to get your course ASAP
Nice Vdieo, Please which application do you use on your iPhone for the white blance
Thank you so much for sharing tips & tricks for beginner also.
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Thank you, Parker Walbeck, for consistently creating and sharing such informative and helpful videos on TH-cam. Your content has greatly impacted my learning and growth in the field. I truly appreciate the time and effort you put into creating valuable content for your audience. Keep up the great work!"
Awesome content. thanks. Btw that rear tire was under inflated :)
thanks for sharing this ❤
Very helpful! Thanks a lot
your dog made me so happy today #philippines #furmomma
0:45 The transition is amazing!
Love this video
Thank you for the Video. Question, which one would you recommend for 'Events Videography' in terms of 'capturing music, dancing, experiences between people and Editing it all after to create amazing music videos?' Would it be the Google Pixel, Iphone 15, Samsung, Sony or another smart phone? Creating music videos & film making is key here. Note; most of the events will be at night with various flashing lights. Look forward to your wisdom.
Many thanks,
Gary
Watching this at 4am in Kenya 🇰🇪
Amazing!
AMAZING SHARING!!! Thank you but why you didn't delete lint on your hoodie on post. 😩😩
Great video.
Hey I'm from Sri Lnaka and I'm very interesting in your contents,It's perfect for the photographers
Lovely video, pls can u try the LG v60 for a video shoot it has manual mode for video and photo
Yeah, that would be awesome!
Amazing video! Btw, the soundtrack, in the beginning, is Pens and Needles by Virgil Arles, was looking for it for a while.
Nice video shot . tq for your sharing
Great Video
2023.. and here we go! cheers Bro
Fantastic ! Subscribed and want to watch all videos. Namaste! From #Kathmandu #Nepal
Nice video! The DJI osmo gimbals are great for broll but people need to understand they are not built to hold a chunky lens and filters. The gears can/will eventually wear out so I have gone from the osmo 3 to the Weebill S so I can use a full set up with the gimbal.
Wow wow 👏👏👏
Excellent tutorial! Thank you for That!
Great tips! Thanks for sharing!! ❤️❤️❤️
Great tips! I love these kind of videos with smartphones.
I don't know if this will sound like a stupid question but which aspect ratio is the best to shoot in with phones?
The aspect ratio is more important for the output video content (i.e TV or Phone and then TikTk or YT). If you are looking to do full cinematic, then 16:9 and 21:9 if you have the professional kit. Once you know which platform you are looking to show your video, then the aspect ratio will be key to ensure it fits on the screen / video. Each platform provides its recommended aspect ratio. 👍
Awesome video!!! Extremely helpful!!! I appreciate you!
Hey I love your videos they are so helpful
Best ever👍🏿
Nice intro !!!
Beautiful convincing image comparison & more 💡
Great content, makes me want to do more filming, very inspiring. Thank you.
Thank you so much. this was so inspiring
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