Wedding Photography with Only Prime Lenses
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 20 ก.ย. 2024
- Hey everyone! I filmed today's video while I was in Tasmania getting ready to photograph a wedding. I wanted to show you all how I capture weddings using only prime lenses, flashes and flash triggers.
Here's the video about all my lenses: • ALL My Lenses! Sigma, ...
And I can't wait to release my Tasmania travel vlog next Wednesday!
Please leave your comments below and thank you for watching! x
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Sony RX100iv
Sony a7s mkii + Sigma 24mm f1.4
PHOTOGRAPHY CAMERA SETUP //
Canon 5dmkiii
Sigma 24mm f1.4
Canon 35mm f1.4
Canon 50mm f1.2
Canon 85mm f1.2
Canon 135mm f2
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Thank you so much for watching! xx
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Hey Julia. Loved ur video. Can u pls tell us, how you switch lens fast, and which bag you carry your lens. I don't like to miss the moment, while i change lens. And it's really frustrating to find the lens, remove the protective cover and attach it, then put on the cover to the prior lens safely before tugging it in your bag. So slow and frustrating. Any suggestion will be helpful.
Could u also make a video, why a photographer should upgrade from a dx body to an fx body..
I’m gonna show this video to anyone who I hear complain about the cost of wedding photography lol it’s a LOT of work!
Haha! It is a lot of work, but it's also so much fun :D
then you need a better wedding clientelle
Such a True comment mate, sometimes you wish you could grab some videos to carry. Just to show somebody that its not just your view, plus someone that has a creditable background. Can save so many arguments or backtalk 😆. Cheers 😎🇦🇺
Lollll
only if the photographer shoots as good as her...
I appreciate that you don't mind sharing your knowledge with us. This video is loaded with jewels. Thanks for being so detailed! This is awesome.
Although quite old (I'm 43), I'm about to embark on my photography career. It's been a long passion of mine and only now I am able to follow through. Thanks for the insight, definitely makes it a lot easier and less daunting.
Keep us posted. It is never too late, age is absolutely nothing. Blessings.
what a coincidence. I am also 43 and starting my photography business. Good luck!
Just reading this and you’re not old at 43 to reinvent yourself to do what you love.
Wow I'm 42 , and I'm in exactly same situation like yours .very happy to know you. Now I feel more confident to follow my dreams and I think is never too late
Amazing video! I also love the way you explain everything so concisely and simply in your videos. So easy to understand. You are a natural teacher!
Thank you so much!
Hi Julia. I've realized that you know how to capture that special essence of people in all your photos. Thank you for sharing your experiences.
Thank you so much 💛
This is one the best wedding photo tuts concerning the shooting itself. You're awesome 😊
Thank you so much! :D
You just sold me on 35mm focal lengths. Always thought that it was awkward but now seeing your pictures it's justified.
Thank you! And I honestly cannot live without my 35mm haha it's my favourite lens!
She has just in three video saved days of checking wasted videos and others with the 50mm competition and also getting the most from what you have but expanding to something that will gets lots of other work. So 35mm has one till down the track to go L 50 size lol.
This was a PHENOMENAL VIDEO!!!
You were clear and concise with what you used and why.
Bravo!
Listening to your voice and looking into your eyes gets me hypnotized. . Seriously, I was so trying to keep focus, but had to rewind a couple of times. Thanks sharing your knowledge!
This video is just phenomenal. SO many helpful tips, especially when to switch out your lenses. I'm a night photographer who is getting into portraits and wedding photography and I loved your spin at the end with the night photos!
Thanks for sharing real wedding experience.
Thank you! I'm glad you liked it :)
Fantastic video on a wedding breakdown! Incredible how you have mapped out each scene/scenario in advance to be prepared!
16 minutes long from Julia?!?!? HECKK YEAHHH *grabs popcorn*
Haha yessss! 💛
Nice work Ms. Although I’m not a working photographer, I used to have a 5DM2 then I shifted to Sony 7R3 coZ of its size and weight. Nice tip/insights. thanks.
Beautiful shots. I think those couples are never going to forget that amazing moments because of you. Congrats.
I recently purchased my first prime lens (the Canon 35mm f/1.4L II) and it's the only lens in my arsenal right now. The 35mm focal length is just amazing and versatile in almost every setting! Nice video, as usual, Julia! :)
Yay I'm so glad you like it! I feel like it's such a must have lens :D
Thankyou so much for this video. I have been tempted to do wedding photography for a while because people always tell me I am happiest when taking pictures. You show just how much hard work it is & yet I've never been more bloody tempted. I always love watching your videos, when I feel like I am losing my passion for photography (because of the expense) you always manage to ignite that passion again & make me realise that all this saving up, working overtime like a dog is going to be worth it one day. You truly are one of my biggest inspirations 👏🏼
Julia, I just discovered you on TH-cam and can I just say I am super happy that I did!!! You are an awesome photographer and your videos are so informative and straight to the point. Thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge!!😊
Thanks Julia, for outlining your work flow throughout the day. This has given me a lot to think over about how I chose my lenses for events. I will watch this again to digest all the information you have generously shared.
Thank you so much, I'm really glad you liked it!
ONE OF THE PRIME REASON OF THE PICS BEING SO AWESOME IS THAT YOU ALL HAVE THE CEREMONY AT THE DAYTIME WHERE AS IN MY COUNTRY, INDIA, WE HAVE IT IN THE NIGHT TIME.. SO MOST PICS ARE FLASH/BOUNCE FLASH ORIENTED. AND HENCE THEY ARE NOT SO PLEASING TO THE EYES UNLESS WE HIRE AN EXPENSIVE PHOTOGRAPHER, WHO HAS ALL THOSE EXPENSIVE ACCESSORIES NEEDED TO MAKE IT LOOK AS NEAT AND PLEASANT AS POSSIBLE.... BTW, I HAVE LEARNT A LOT FROM YOUR VIDEOS...AND YOU ARE CUTE TOO!!!!😜😜 THANKS 😀😀😀
One of the most practical and insightful videos for new wedding photographer! Props
Just found this, and it's a great video. I do have a question though - how are you carrying all of those lenses around with you? Belt system? Bag? With all of the lens changes, how are you keeping everything with you?
I know this was asked four years ago, but I’ll answer in case future comment readers have the same question. She probably keeps her camera bag nearby in a safe place. Or she has an assistant that has the bag.
I love the last Idea, beautiful photos
Thank you!
As promised, I just watched this again and got even more out of your thorough and clear explanations on my second viewing. What a great video you put out, Julia- a very big thank you!
Just stumbled upon you video. Am just starting my photography course. And you have helped my understand Prime lenses and how to use them best!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Much much love.
Thank you so much. This was just what I needed to hear. Simple, clear information that makes sense. I love your thoughts and instruction on which lenses work best for the many different parts of a wedding! You are the best!
Thank you! I'm glad you liked it ✨
thanks so much for sharing your knowledge and organising the illustrative photos to go with the commentary
On the one hand, this gave me a lot of confidence with the idea of shooting a wedding. I very much have the same values and approach to prime lenses as you do, so it's great to hear someone on the same level. On the other hand, I'm a uni student that just scraped enough together to recently get his first full frame camera - a 6D MkII. To work up towards the gear you have is going to be a long financial journey for me haha. And I know it's not all about the gear, but the idea of having two cameras at the ready to switch between instead of constantly re-attaching lenses sounds like an absolute dream for your workflow. Thank you for sharing your knowledge to such detail!
Thank you so much! It took me many years to build up my photography kit to where it is now. I've been doing wedding photography for more than 5 years now, so this is just my current workflow. When I first started I only had one camera body and 2 lenses and made it work until I could add extra bodies and lenses to my kit :)
I'm doing my second wedding here in 2 months. All your advice was beyond helpful ! Thanks girl ! :D
I love this! I love learning more about your work & photography in general. ❤️
Thank you so much!
I LOVED how you told us in the beginning of the video (literally the first minute!) that prime lenses are more sharp than getting a zoom lens like the 24-70mm f/2.8L THANK YOU FOR THAT AWESOME TIP (I was low-key trying to save up for that zoom lens 🤣)
You certainly isolate your subject to perfection, I particularly like the name card and used the soft focus to direct your viewer. The night shots were truly awesome, any newly married couple would love them. I doubt many photographers have put the effort into knowing their lenses that you have. Awesome video as always.
Thank you! I also love the night shots as it gives the couple another small chance to be alone in the midst of being around everyone at the reception which they usually appreciate :)
This was super helpful! I started doing weddings this past year and am loving the 35mm/85mm combo!
Caleb Bornman cam you help, is two a6100 with Sigma 16 f/1.4 & 56 f/1.4 recommended for wedding photography
@@amitkrupal1234 that could be a great way to get started, but I would actually suggest considering going full frame from the start. Weddings often have low light situations that a full frame sensor really helps with. You can find really good deals on an a7iii used and with third party lens like Samyang and Sigma having great 35mm and 85mm options that's the way to go if you can swing it.
One full frame camera (and a backup crop sensor if possible) plus the hassle of switching lenses is how I started. But renting gear could be a good option to see if you like doing weddings and what gear you would want.
It always felt bad to rent because it comes off the top of your revenue, but the learning experience is worth it... Gear lasts a long time and holds its value. Lenses are more important to invest in than camera bodies due to longevity. I'd say invest in full frame glass if possible and upgrade camera bodies to full frame later if it takes off
Can you do a tutorial on how you used the flash for the night photos please.
For budget:
24-70mm
50mm/85mm
70-200mm
I love my 24-70 but i'm leaning more to wards primes. I used a 24-70 and an 85mm. the 85mm is more diverse than I had imagined. I'm contemplating going for a 24, 35 50 and 85.
Very informative and educational. Great photos too! Thanks so much for sharing.
Daaamn!! Really one of the best and most interesting videos! Love your detailed explanations in combination with examples. 👌👌
Thank you so much!
Such clear and descriptive advice, Julia. Thank you!
I’m not even gonna lie, you’ve shared a lot of valuable information along with examples. This is perfect!
Thank you!
You convinced me on buying a 35mm 1.4 sigma art lens!! 😁 And it would really be awesome to watch a behind the scenes shoot on one of your client's wedding in the future!! 🙌 Lots of love and support all the way from India!
This is the first video of yours that I've seen on youtube! I really enjoyed it! I'm happy to be part of your notification squad! #LockedIn
Those night shots was absolutely gorgeous!
35,50,85,105,35,70,55,no, 35, all the switching ,mind blowing
Excellent walkthrough of your day, Julia! I loved it. 👍😀
Thank you!
No way! Is the venue the driftwood shed ?!?!
I shot a wedding here last week it looks so different now !
Awesome video
Amazing master class! One of the most informative video I have seen on the topic.
Thank you so much for this video! I shot my first wedding a few weeks ago and I'm hoping to do more in the feature and these tips as well as examples just made me more excited!
Yay thank you so much!
Wow this was a super detailed walkthrough of your workflow when taking weddings! Thank you for sharing your insight! :)
Such a constructive video thank you so much!! I always listen all your videos and I love each and every one of them :) This summer I have 3 wedds, I was actually freacking out but thanks to you i'm not affraid anymore 😊👍❤️
Thank you so much! Good luck at your weddings 💛
Obsessed with the thumbnail!! 😍👌🏼 and can't wait for the vlog 😀
Thank you!
Great video Julia. Thank you so much for sharing all that on here.
Very helpful, thanks for making this video, could you make video on how to choose flashes for wedding.
love the raindrop shots!
Funny! that’s all used with my Hasselblads “prime lens” what’s old is now new again! Your a beautiful photographer!
so helpful. especially the notes on your use of flash. thank you for the insights, effort and sharing. i am an appreciative subscriber. thumbs up.
Thank you! 😊
Damn those flash backlight photo's are so stunning!!
Beautifully explained 👌 n your way of saying bye at the end is always adorable.😄
the last tip you gave , connecting ur flash to tripod.. trust me its killer.. thanks Much!
Hey Julia. It's great you found a system that suits your workflow. Here's some food for thought though. I am a big guy and have no problems carrying heavy stuff, yet I find that carrying a set of prime lenses is really annoying to move and on a long day it's a waste of energy that can be used better. I'd rather carry 1 camera with a 24-70mm f/2.8 on it and an additional 70-200mm in a tiny shoulder bag to switch when needed. And use higher ISO and/or flash if needed. That's it. Feels much more comfortable to face long and fast paced events. Using zooms avoid the need of switching lenses constantly: it's annoying and makes you miss opportunities. And using a zoom should not prevent you from moving "to stay creative". Once you understand that "lens compression" is not about focal length but about your position relative to the subject and the environment that is creating the perspective, it just offer you the opportunity to have more coverage in a pinch.
And on your argument about backup: you can have backup lenses of your choice where you left the rest of your stuff. It's a backup, it should be available but it's not needed to carry it.
To sum up, of course everyone should work as they see fit. But the more I photograph, the more I find huge value in a light and simple setup of 1 (or 2) zoom, It's really one worry less and that frees me to concentrate on an already long list of other things: people, storytelling, coverage, lighting, composition, ...
Honestly, it sounds like a lot when you're watching this video but the majority of the time my camera bag is just on the floor somewhere so I'm not carrying around all that stuff on my back all day! I also make sure to pick and change the lenses before something happens throughout the day, eg before the ceremony starts, before we head off for bridal portraits, etc, so there's no missing anything as my lenses are already on my cameras during the ceremony and I don't change them in the middle :) But yeah, definitely, every photographer is different and prefers different workflows and gear, etc. I just wanted to share the way I work in case anyone was interested to see how I shoot a wedding with only primes! Thanks for your great comment though!
"the majority of the time my camera bag is just on the floor somewhere so I'm not carrying around all that stuff on my back all day" >>> haaaaaa your spine will thank you later then ;-) good !
Hi Julia, love watching your channel. Quick question. What were the name of those straps you use for cameras?
Extremely helpful video. Thank you so much 😊
I plan to use more primes and less zooms in my events and weddings. It’ll keep me busier with more moving around and more lenses changes, but I think I’ll appreciate shooting with primes do to being f1.4 and f1.8, smaller in size and weight, just more fun to shoot with.
I really enjoy using primes, I find that I'm not busy 100% of the time at a wedding - like there's always a minute here or there to be able to change your lens without missing out on anything! And I do also find that moving around to compose my shots is fun too :)
Hey Julie...thank you for this excellent, thoughtful video!
Awesome information...it was exactly what I needed. Thank you for going deep and covering it all. Subscribed.
I want every lenses you got they are so expensive for me , but Ill get it one by one
It's great to have lenses at f1.2 for low light, but you also have to factor in the % of shots in focus at f1.2 as it has such a narrow dof. And shooting at 1.2/1.4 like a lot of wedding photographers do is great for isolating subjects but usless when you want more than one person in focus in the shot. I have primes at 1.8 which are great for weddings but I stick to my 24-70 as sometimes you're in a position where you need to zoom quickly or you miss the shot. I'd rather get the shot having used a pro zoom than having to shoot wide or in tight because I only have 2 primes.
This was so helpful! And you seem like such a sweet person. Thanks for always sharing great content!
Top quality video thank you. Simple, well editing, very informative. Thanks again
Just an incredible video and work flow. Wow
Good job! These night portraits with light are super creative!
I bet you're going to have 100K subsribers in the end of the year
Thank you so much! And that would be amazing haha I'm already so overwhelmed by all the wonderful support and feedback I've gotten from the TH-cam community 💛
Thank you for another superb video. Recently I have found myself using prime lenses more and more and this weekend, for the first time I am planning to go out without a zoom lens at all. Usually I take a standard zoom lens with me just in case there is a shot that would be more difficult with a prime, but you are right - not having that option will force me to think and come up with a more creative solution. I do feel a bit naked going out without a zoom though.One thing that did surprise me was that you often choose a combination of lenses with focal lengths that are quite close together - such as the 24mm and the 35mm or the 35mm and the 50mm. Before I watched the video I was expecting you to combine a wide angle with a telephoto - so from the lenses you have I was expecting you to choose the 35mm and the 135mm for example. That way you could take a group shot with the 35mm and then switch to the camera with the 135mm lens mounted to take a close up of one person. In practice do you find that there is a lot of difference between the 35mm and the 50mm and do you sometimes need to replace one of them with the 85mm or the 135mm during the shoot?
loved it! loved all your explanations on prime lenses
Thank you!
Those pictures were absolutely impeccable 😭🔥
Thank you so much!! 💛
Hi Julia, u are a master of your equipments and editing. Can you make a video to describe more on your thoughts about Composition? How you apply the creativity side of you. Especially for weddings? Thanks
Thank you so much! Yes! I would absolutely love to do a video about composition, I've had so many requests for this recently so I'm going to work on it 💛
Super helpful and pleasing to watch. Thanks for sharing
Most real photography tutorial!
Brilliant Julia, I pretty much have all these lenses in the Nikon version. Prime lens work flow event photography still makes a lot of sense... thanks for sharing....
Thank you!
Love this. Beautiful photos!
This is super helpful. Thanks Julia!
Ty nice video. Always been intimidated with prime only
Interesting, thanks. I have been toying with the idea of trying to shoot a wedding mostly on primes for a while but was missing the vital 35mm. Bought that and it really has made a difference to my work. I didn't 'quite' go all prime in the evening though and used a 70-200 for some of the table shots. It was quite a tight space and big open tables so wanted to isolate individuals as to get people talking across the tables looked too messy, but the rest was all primes. My back thanks you too, so much lighter!
Hello from Texas! I'm shooting my first wedding next month and I've been following your channel for a while. I really appreciate this video, couldn't have come at a better time.
Couple of questions:
Do you have a long body and a short body? So you know the 50/85 will be on the right hip, 24/35 on the left, etc?
Where do you keep the lenses when there not on the body?
For the flash photos you showed us, did you bounce, modify, or point it straight at your subject?
What's your technique for focusing on the dance floor in low light?
Thanks again!
Thank you! I'm glad I could help :)
I don't have a long/short lens, I usually put the lens I know I'm going to use the most on my right side as that is my dominant hand, and the lens I am using for those "extra" shots on my lens. Eg at the ceremony I would put the 85mm on my right as I use it the most and the 50 on my left as I don't need it as often.
I keep the rest of my lenses and gear (batteries, memory cards, etc) in my camera bag which is usually in a thought out position that I can easily get to if I need to change something. Since I change my lenses before parts of the day (eg, before ceremony, before speeches, etc) I don't usually need to change them while something important is happening.
I bounce my flash photos! I should have mentioned that in the video but there are too many things to talk about haha. I point my flash almost upwards and bring out the card to bounce the light. So it's still very bright, but more ambient rather than direct.
For focusing, I have a detailed video about how I do that: th-cam.com/video/t1eVrLjdCzA/w-d-xo.html&t I use the same technique! Also, by having a flash on my camera, the speedlight has a focus light to help in those darker situations :)
Thank you so much for this video! So clear and informative.
THIS WAS AWESOME JULIA!!!
Thank you!
I bought the holdfast harness on your recommendation for the wedding I shot this past Saturday. Worth every penny! Thanks!
Yesss how good are they! I recommend them to everyone haha
Thank you. :) it helps me a lot to decide what to buy and nit to buy lenses.. I love prime lenses
Julia thank you for this video! I really like your perspective about prime lenses! They do have such a special quality too them. But... struggling because often shooting these days moving cows! They come in so fast, and then I am out of focus. Is it time to invest in a telescopic lens, or maybe I should try shooting with two cameras also. The thing is that if I get up out of my position in the tall grass, all the cows stop and move away. So it makes moving around not a great option. Thanks for this great video! You are great at sharing lots of details !
I love this video! Thank you so much for sharing it.
Love your videos Julia.. really appreciate the insight into how you go about shooting weddings. Of course it's not always possible shooting wide open as there are situtations where you need that depth of field i.e. people that aren't all on the same focal plane. How far do you generally stop down to capture those shots? Also, do you shoot in aperture priority or manual mode?
Thank you! I always shoot in manual mode as it's become second nature for me and I don't even think about it anymore. I usually shoot around f2 for a wedding as there is lots of movement and people walking around while I'm getting photos of them. The most I stop down would be around 2.8 - 3.5 for the family/group shots + dance floor photos with flash!
Great to see you switch it up from fashion and post-processing to talk about wedding photos. Awesome candid images!
What do you think about primes vs zooms when you’re first starting out in wedding photography - at least until you can be a little better prepared and positioned by anticipating moments?
Thank you so much! When I first started in wedding photography, I would second shoot with other photographers to gain some experience. I had a 50mm 1.4, 85mm 1.2 and 24-70mm 2.8. I think it just comes down to personal preference and what you feel comfortable with, but I hardly ever decided to use my zoom during that time and stuck to using my 50 and 85 throughout the day instead. I would only use my 24-70 when things were getting a little crazy throughout the day for example if the bride and groom were running late so things needed to be rushed. So I guess if you're starting out a zoom lens can save you for those instances until you feel comfortable not having to rely on zoom!
Thanks for the thoughtful reply! Out of curiosity, were you shooting with one or two bodies at that point? I’d love to go with my 35 1.4 and 85 1.8, but just a little worried about keeping up.
The very first few weddings I only used one body, after about 5 or so weddings I felt like I needed 2 so I started using 2 bodies afterwards and never looked back!
Awesome tips! Thank you so-so much for making these videos!
Thank you!
This video was great...very helpful!!
Maybe a follow -up video on how you edit all those images? 😄
Great video btw!! 🙏
Thank you! And yes, I was already planning on doing that hehe
Wow, you work super hard during a wedding. I hope you get well compensated.
Thank You! this video helped me out a bunch! keep up the good work!
WOW!!! I got worn out just by watching you go through all those lens changes for one job. Another reason why I don't shoot weddings anymore video or stills. I do primarily shoot events, video and stills. For that I use a Sigma 18-35mm f1.8 as my goto (for unclose and personal) and then I use the big boy Tamron 70-200mm f2.8 (for far and away) with a basic Lumix 12-60mm as backup. I find this to be the best and fastest kit for me for what I do. Mostly all the events that I shoot I must be very mobile and the action can happen at a pretty rapid unpredictable pace. Even with these my kit can weigh in at quite a bit especially by the end of the day. Prime lenses (when the job demands it) I use a set of Rokinon Cine DS lenses with the 35 and 85mm being my goto. Those are for a more planned out non event situations such as portraits, etc. Primes are the best to use but does not always fit in every job or environment. It is as always whatever works best for each individual and the specific jobs that they must do. So it can take a few cockups in order to get it right. Most important you learn what works best for YOU from experience.
Haha it's not that bad, you're at a wedding all day so changing lenses once every 1 - 2 hours isn't that much! That's awesome about your workflow too. And I couldn't agree more, it's super important to learn what works best for you! Every photographer is different :D
After watching this video i just had to subscribe, amazing job!!
Thank you so much :D
Amazing channel!!! Love your content. Keep on creating.❤❤
Just stumbled across your amazing photography channel .. keep up the great work