Excellent! Easy to understand, I have watched a whole lot of video's trying to understand how to use a light meter in studio and came out confused. This time I got it!!!! Thx
nice one B.. i use the same light meter... it took me ages to understand how to use a light meter & how to get the right exsposure ... I wish i'd of watched this video a year ago..haha..
You can change the shutter to 160 you need to look at the documentation where it talks about advanced functions. You hold the mode button and power use the up arrow to get to cs2 then you can change to .3. I just bought the same light meter a week ago. I love it. Works great for video as well.
Scott Burrow yep I went in there and saw. I don’t use it much as I found that shooting in studio its best to set the camera to my cameras max flash sync speed
You’re right Brandon, it is about sharing the knowledge. It’s a Spiritual principle that the more we give away, the more we’re given. You give to get. I don’t do the TH-cam thing, but still share everything I’ve learned freely with others.
One other thing to keep in mind for those watching is that this meter is set up in 10ths. So when you see a reading of 5.6 with a 2 after it (5.6 2) the accurate fstop is 6.3 not 5.6. This set up gives a more accurate reading its like measuring something to the inch as opposed to the foot.
Its still measuring the light intensity actually at that point its subjective. If I measure and it comes to 5.6 6 I'm pushing more towards that 6.3 but I can still make small adjustments to get back to 5.6 like move back or forward, etc.
I had to break out my light meter (LM) when I shot my daughter's homecoming dance - no exposure guessing. Set them up, shoot them, move on. Bam! I also use my LM to meter outdoor lighting when shooting wildlife to set exposure for the light falling on the subject and tweak from if needed.
I use mine quite a bit on location as well. Set my exposure for how I want the background and then dial in the flash power to match my camera settings. For me it's way faster than taking photos and adjusting till it's right. Yes lighting changes with clouds and such but that happens no matter what.
Thanks for your video. This was very helpful with your simple explanation of how to use light meters & why you need to have a light meter for your studio shoots . Thank you Bro 🙏🏻
I'm pretty sure that light meter can go to all the shutter speeds all the way up to 1/8000th. Looks like your meter is set to one stop increments instead of 1/3 stop increments.
Great video. What is also a good and cheaper tool, is using a gray card (about $10) to set exposure. Similar to the meter, the model holds the card towards the source of the light. Take a picture of the gray cards (everything in frame). Once done, read the histogram and adjust accordingly until the histogram is in the middle. With practice you can set exposure in about 2-3 shots.
@@BrandonColePhotography Agree. Give me the light meter all the time. As a matter of fact, I could use myself to meter the light before the person gets there and be ready to shoot when they arrive, which is a good thing if you have little time to work with them. If all you are doing is 3/4 or head shots, you can mark the spot on the floor where you took the reading and have them on the same mark. As a matter of fact, you don't even need a grey card do what you suggest, just start with an exposure, take a shot, read the histogram and adjust accordingly. Bam, you saved that $10.
thanks for another good video brandon.i don't know if you know this?i have the l-308s light meter from sekonic,and I have set the incremental measurement to 1/3 stops.not sure if your model has this option too,but ,if you press the mode and power button at the same time,you will get a screen on the light meter with the option to change the increments on how the meter reads light.set this to 0.3,to read in 1/3 increments of light(assuming your camera is set to read in 1/3 stops too).this would help for a more accurate reading of the light out-put from all your artificial lighting.hope this is of some help to you?all the very best.derek.
Derek bell-jack Yea it’s in the settings. I can set it to such but in studio I’ve kinda found that shooting at your cameras maximum flash sync speed so shooting at 1/250 I’ve found is the best at shooting in studio.
... great! Thx for sharing the informations. 👍🏻 But I use the lightmeter to adjust my flashpower, because before I shoot indoor I’ll set my aperture. 🤗
T W I’m glad you said that! I really don’t see the point of doing it the other way bc in studio I determine my aperture, iso and ss to negate the ambient and achieve the depth of field I want!
Excellent video Sir. I subscribed today and have looked at 5 videos. Glad to see us doing this photography thing right, and sharing the the knowledge. Question...what is the brand and model of the backdrop paper stand? I like the way that the base footprint goes front to back vs the traditional tripod spread.
Thank You So Much for this video🤗🤗🤗 I was debating if I should invest in a light meter. I Really Appreciate you demonstrating how to use it because I can buy it with knowledge on how to use it 🤗
The key is you as the photographer wants to set a specific aperture, the light meter will tell you how much you have to increase/decrease the power on your flash to obtain the perfect exposure.
Hi Brandon . What is your process: for example if u see a lower F stop number do you just adjust the aperture to Match it? Or adjust the flash power to get the aperture F stop u want . Do you always match the F number given by the meter? Or u play slightly higher or lower depending on the artistic choice of overexposed look etc ? Sorry for my long questions
Great info and way to transition from on location to studio! If I were a pro, I would definitely invest in a true light meter. I'm an amateur for sure, so I use an app on my phone called Pocket Light Meter. It's pretty accurate and I've seen great results.
L White there might but one but not really. A light meter job is to measure the intensity of the light output and translate that information via fstop and shutter speed to give you an accurate exposure
Hey Brandon looking for a mentor on my photography journey just wondering if your in my surrounding area which is Suffolk. I love the content you put out and I’m always learning something new. However I’m looking for someone who I can walk with and get better understanding.
Teaching the new schoolers the OLD SCHOOL techniques! Thumbs up BC. P.S: When you talked about the CHAMP, did you mean the photographer... or that THICK model!?!? Yeah bruh... I wanna see HER shoot!😎
Very helpful video, I really appreciated it. I'm building my home studio and i've always been a little intimidated by the light meter but i knew eventually i would need one to improve my images. You did a great job articulating the purpose of a light meter and simplified the basic usage of one, exactly what i needed, thanks. I will be adding one to my photography kit soon. P.S. you can check out some of my recent work on IG @ultimatestylephotography.. keep up the great work!
Great stuff! I'm actually look at the meter to purchase. This is great timing. Awesome and useful info! Man... I'd love to collaborate with you, if you are interested in blessing me with the opportunity. 😁
I no longer need a light meter. You should actually rename this to learning f stop and the inverse square law basics USING a light meter. Cuz that’s basically what this just did. 👌🏽
Look for used version that way you can get a model that allows you to trigger from the light meter for a similar price, if that's what you want/need. If not, most triggers can do the same - just a convenience thing.
the way you explained it is for an average exposure if you want to meter the light source, you need the flat dome pointed to the light source not under the model's chin i will make a video about it...
Petru B. It’s not an average exposure. It’s better to meter how your model will actually pose which is why we put it under the models chin. I want to meter how she’s gonna stand . I’m not turning her to the source. Now technically whether u turn her or put it under the chin u will almost always get the same fstop. The light dome has to be turned away a lot to get another reading
Petru B. That’s only when you have more then one light that’s hitting your model that will give you a 1:1 or what you ratio. There is no need when u have 1 light bro but use your however u wish my brother
Excellent! Easy to understand, I have watched a whole lot of video's trying to understand how to use a light meter in studio and came out confused. This time I got it!!!! Thx
Henry Torres thanks bro
nice one B.. i use the same light meter...
it took me ages to understand how to use a light meter & how to get the right exsposure ... I wish i'd of watched this video a year ago..haha..
GilbertTV lol well u got it now hahaha
Bro, I really appreciate this video man. I have struggled with light meter. Thanks for breaking it down. Well explained.
David Nnamani thanks man I really appreciate the feedback
You did an excellent job teaching this.
Eric J. Ford really appreciate that feedback man. Thank u
You can change the shutter to 160 you need to look at the documentation where it talks about advanced functions. You hold the mode button and power use the up arrow to get to cs2 then you can change to .3. I just bought the same light meter a week ago. I love it. Works great for video as well.
Scott Burrow yep I went in there and saw. I don’t use it much as I found that shooting in studio its best to set the camera to my cameras max flash sync speed
Brandon Cole Photography yep I do the same. Good stuff!
You’re right Brandon, it is about sharing the knowledge. It’s a Spiritual principle that the more we give away, the more we’re given. You give to get. I don’t do the TH-cam thing, but still share everything I’ve learned freely with others.
Rob O good deal bro. And it’s just about being a good person man
Super explication très clair 👍
Thank you, very clear and informative.
Bro, by far a great way of explaining this. I was looking video tutorial and non really was as clear as yours. Thanks so much.
One other thing to keep in mind for those watching is that this meter is set up in 10ths. So when you see a reading of 5.6 with a 2 after it (5.6 2) the accurate fstop is 6.3 not 5.6. This set up gives a more accurate reading its like measuring something to the inch as opposed to the foot.
Its still measuring the light intensity actually at that point its subjective. If I measure and it comes to 5.6 6 I'm pushing more towards that 6.3 but I can still make small adjustments to get back to 5.6 like move back or forward, etc.
Hey Brandon. Thanks for the video. I appreciate your simplicity but accurate information.
I had to break out my light meter (LM) when I shot my daughter's homecoming dance - no exposure guessing. Set them up, shoot them, move on. Bam! I also use my LM to meter outdoor lighting when shooting wildlife to set exposure for the light falling on the subject and tweak from if needed.
Thanks for the knowledge
Appreciate that
I use mine quite a bit on location as well. Set my exposure for how I want the background and then dial in the flash power to match my camera settings. For me it's way faster than taking photos and adjusting till it's right. Yes lighting changes with clouds and such but that happens no matter what.
excellent video very helpful
This video is so me. Guessing, trying to get it right. Just copped it. Thanks for sharing .
Dope fam!
Thanks for your video. This was very helpful with your simple explanation of how to use light meters & why you need to have a light meter for your studio shoots . Thank you Bro 🙏🏻
Great explanation my man
wow, great explaination. appreciate you
Excellent Video. Very informative.
I'm pretty sure that light meter can go to all the shutter speeds all the way up to 1/8000th. Looks like your meter is set to one stop increments instead of 1/3 stop increments.
I have that exact one coming Monday
Good job Brandon
Great video man! Thanks.
Great video. What is also a good and cheaper tool, is using a gray card (about $10) to set exposure. Similar to the meter, the model holds the card towards the source of the light. Take a picture of the gray cards (everything in frame). Once done, read the histogram and adjust accordingly until the histogram is in the middle. With practice you can set exposure in about 2-3 shots.
Vince V I am familiar but that’s so much more work then a light meter
@@BrandonColePhotography Agree. Give me the light meter all the time. As a matter of fact, I could use myself to meter the light before the person gets there and be ready to shoot when they arrive, which is a good thing if you have little time to work with them. If all you are doing is 3/4 or head shots, you can mark the spot on the floor where you took the reading and have them on the same mark.
As a matter of fact, you don't even need a grey card do what you suggest, just start with an exposure, take a shot, read the histogram and adjust accordingly. Bam, you saved that $10.
I just got my sekonic light meter today, thanks for the 1 on 1
Clear, brief and to the point, sir, thank you!
Welton Corey Sr Thx my brother
This helped me so much. Thanks dude!
Thanks alot for your assistance
thanks for another good video brandon.i don't know if you know this?i have the l-308s light meter from sekonic,and I have set the incremental measurement to 1/3 stops.not sure if your model has this option too,but ,if you press the mode and power button at the same time,you will get a screen on the light meter with the option to change the increments on how the meter reads light.set this to 0.3,to read in 1/3 increments of light(assuming your camera is set to read in 1/3 stops too).this would help for a more accurate reading of the light out-put from all your artificial lighting.hope this is of some help to you?all the very best.derek.
Derek bell-jack Yea it’s in the settings. I can set it to such but in studio I’ve kinda found that shooting at your cameras maximum flash sync speed so shooting at 1/250 I’ve found is the best at shooting in studio.
... great! Thx for sharing the informations. 👍🏻 But I use the lightmeter to adjust my flashpower, because before I shoot indoor I’ll set my aperture. 🤗
T W I’m glad you said that! I really don’t see the point of doing it the other way bc in studio I determine my aperture, iso and ss to negate the ambient and achieve the depth of field I want!
well done bro.. well done!
Thanks, bro just bought one.
Really helpful Brandon, cheers buddy 👍
Garry Murphy thanks bro appreciate it
Thanks Brandon, very informative
srb980 thx bro !
Excellent video Sir. I subscribed today and have looked at 5 videos. Glad to see us doing this photography thing right, and sharing the the knowledge. Question...what is the brand and model of the backdrop paper stand? I like the way that the base footprint goes front to back vs the traditional tripod spread.
Thank you for this Video Champ!
Thank You So Much for this video🤗🤗🤗 I was debating if I should invest in a light meter. I Really Appreciate you demonstrating how to use it because I can buy it with knowledge on how to use it 🤗
Latonia Pearson indeed that’s what it’s about!!! Thank u. Links are in description
The key is you as the photographer wants to set a specific aperture, the light meter will tell you how much you have to increase/decrease the power on your flash to obtain the perfect exposure.
James Pendleton exactly!
Good info Brandon!! Bloopers was hilarious!! I'm definitely coming to Va Beach to link up with you! Me and my homie from Newport News both learning!
81Bstache Right on man looking forward
I always use a light meter indoors. Saves time and you know it’s right.
Miley onDisney agree
You should always show the bloopers, funny stuff!
Steve Borders hahahahha that’s the Indy in me!
Hi Brandon . What is your process: for example if u see a lower F stop number do you just adjust the aperture to Match it? Or adjust the flash power to get the aperture F stop u want . Do you always match the F number given by the meter? Or u play slightly higher or lower depending on the artistic choice of overexposed look etc ? Sorry for my long questions
Great info... mind sharing the equipment you used for your studio setup?
Annette Bowie Sure will in another video
Great info, thank you
Mike Pulido thanks for the feedback
Came for the light meter, learnt about distance 👍
Good video glad u like that meter question qhere did you get that backdrop love the setup and video .
@Katebackdrops
Great info and way to transition from on location to studio! If I were a pro, I would definitely invest in a true light meter. I'm an amateur for sure, so I use an app on my phone called Pocket Light Meter. It's pretty accurate and I've seen great results.
Mike B IMAGES no doubt it’s a good investment bro
That's different most all the top studios in NYC use on screen tethering & continuous light.
D F too each its own
Is that light meter compatible with Ad400s & Ad200s?
Great video, Brandon! Unrelated to this but how are you finding models to shoot in Virginia? Networking, model mayhem, word of mouth? Thanks!
Steve Borders just thru work honestly. When I first started off I used a lot of sites, now I get people who just contact me.
308b over 25 Plus years of use from the day's of shooting film tell now.
Thanks
Do you set your camera to eye AF when shooting outside and inside. Love your videos from New Zealand.
Face detection
What the word on the black dish
Is there a light meter that tells you what to set the flash?
L White there might but one but not really. A light meter job is to measure the intensity of the light output and translate that information via fstop and shutter speed to give you an accurate exposure
Is that a glow ‘48
What is that model name
Hey Brandon looking for a mentor on my photography journey just wondering if your in my surrounding area which is Suffolk. I love the content you put out and I’m always learning something new. However I’m looking for someone who I can walk with and get better understanding.
Ksupreme DaRandmChic Contact me on my social media pages FB or IG
Love the bloopers at the end........
LOL
This was so helpful
randitex25 thank u very much I really appreciate it
Can you post a link to the reflector stand or is it a grip attached to a light stand? Thanks...
Let me get the link. it comes with the reflector
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@@BrandonColePhotographyThanks. I'd much obliged.
Teaching the new schoolers the OLD SCHOOL techniques! Thumbs up BC.
P.S: When you talked about the CHAMP, did you mean the photographer... or that THICK model!?!? Yeah bruh... I wanna see HER shoot!😎
FAMUCHOLLY HAHAHAHHAHA. I’ll bring her back for an actually TH-cam video in studio I promise
Just followed you on IG!
At 2:22 did you say fondle your settings?...lol
Tony Senior lammooo stop hating!
Very helpful video, I really appreciated it. I'm building my home studio and i've always been a little intimidated by the light meter but i knew eventually i would need one to improve my images. You did a great job articulating the purpose of a light meter and simplified the basic usage of one, exactly what i needed, thanks. I will be adding one to my photography kit soon. P.S. you can check out some of my recent work on IG @ultimatestylephotography.. keep up the great work!
Great stuff! I'm actually look at the meter to purchase. This is great timing. Awesome and useful info! Man... I'd love to collaborate with you, if you are interested in blessing me with the opportunity. 😁
Dee1Tv great remember to use the links in the description!!
I no longer need a light meter. You should actually rename this to learning f stop and the inverse square law basics USING a light meter. Cuz that’s basically what this just did. 👌🏽
I always use a light meter indoors
Gone Zapatero indeed bro
I'm thinking very seriously bout gettin one.
D-Mack it can do nothing but help
Link in description
@@BrandonColePhotography Yeah B. It's on my wish list hoping to take it with me to WPPI.
Thanks Bro.
Look for used version that way you can get a model that allows you to trigger from the light meter for a similar price, if that's what you want/need. If not, most triggers can do the same - just a convenience thing.
@@Methodical2 Ok, thanks.
the way you explained it is for an average exposure
if you want to meter the light source, you need the flat dome pointed to the light source not under the model's chin
i will make a video about it...
I mostly put it under the chin but like you said point it towards the light while under.
Petru B. It’s not an average exposure. It’s better to meter how your model will actually pose which is why we put it under the models chin. I want to meter how she’s gonna stand . I’m not turning her to the source. Now technically whether u turn her or put it under the chin u will almost always get the same fstop. The light dome has to be turned away a lot to get another reading
@@BrandonColePhotography brother , no, you need to meter each ligh source, that will give a ratio; then, you meter under the chin for the average
Petru B. That’s only when you have more then one light that’s hitting your model that will give you a 1:1 or what you ratio. There is no need when u have 1 light bro but use your however u wish my brother
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Cold Bro.... You light it up with the FLASH day, night, inside or outside, hot or cold. You the COLDEST!
Jay Wagner anytime anywhere that’s the beauty of doing photography l
My boy teach
I have the same light meter. I could have sworn it had 160th and 200th.
Leon King lol did u check?
It does have those settings.
No 180, though
I need to grab me one
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Now I have to spend $219 Thanks bro😑. Just kidding this was really helpful I def need one of those. Thumbs up👍👍
Joel Caraballo links in description
Warn us next time before you drop a model like that fam. NO CAP 100.
Steve ByrumHAHHAHAHAHHA
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Great information. Thanks
Thank you!
Thanks