Stop Using Video Lights Like This! (5 Common Lighting Mistakes)

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  • @ThinkMediaTV
    @ThinkMediaTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Question of the Day 💡Do you record videos outside? If so, have you used a light?
    Check Out Our Favorite Outdoor Light, the GVM SD600 - gvmled.com/sd600d-exp/?aff=102

    • @officialvickyp
      @officialvickyp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello content creators

    • @mominkakarofficial2715
      @mominkakarofficial2715 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Of course

    • @DeepSouthEdc
      @DeepSouthEdc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I just purchased a light thanks to this channel! I mostly film outside during the day though.

    • @Christine.Slater
      @Christine.Slater 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can you recommend one under a 100$

    • @halfkoreanhalfamazing
      @halfkoreanhalfamazing ปีที่แล้ว

      Can you make a video on the difference between pexpensive rofessional lights and budget lights? (anything under $300). I was surprised to see there wasn't a single video on youtube comparing them

  • @jnortheastfilms
    @jnortheastfilms 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Dude thankyou for getting straight to the point with this video and not being like every other youtube that spends the first 2 minutes of their tutorial vlogging about their day, then an ad for Raid Shadow Legends, then tells you all about their film making course...

    • @FellowFilmmaker
      @FellowFilmmaker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Isnt that the most annoying? 😂

    • @NtsikiMazwai
      @NtsikiMazwai 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      !!!!!!

    • @ariesmight6978
      @ariesmight6978 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      People who create youtube videos. Just to hear themselves talk.

  • @MrSimonj1970
    @MrSimonj1970 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Good tips - a white umbrella is a good substitute for a soft box if you're on a very tight budget, but they bounce light around the room more. A white shower curtain is also useful for even softer light, you can make it look like natural window light.

  • @DoodiePunk
    @DoodiePunk ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I want to thank you for making such a concise to the point clip with no unnecessary intros and outros!

  • @ThatNerdChris
    @ThatNerdChris 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Wow this video just improved my video quality with almost no effort thank you!!!

    • @Samiam-mu5ln
      @Samiam-mu5ln 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Bro, you already have 1 Million Subs, you don't have to worry about your lighting cause people are already enjoying your content as is! Lol

    • @FellowFilmmaker
      @FellowFilmmaker 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lights have a way of doing that 😊

  • @mcmaschio
    @mcmaschio 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I recently made a DIY light setup and i was really happy with it … but i still ended up finding it a bit harsh even with a diffusion film … in my recent video i tried reflecting it off my white wall instead of directly on me and that looked soo much better 💯

    • @AMTunLimited
      @AMTunLimited 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Reflecting of a wall or ceiling is crazy useful

  • @CourseAcademy1
    @CourseAcademy1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +168

    To anyone reading this there's no reason you cant hit your dreams if you never giveup on them 🙏🏾

    • @joas162
      @joas162 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      What if I want to win the 100 meter sprint? 😜

    • @joshua.butler
      @joshua.butler 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Comments like this are so cringe

    • @HesDeadJim
      @HesDeadJim ปีที่แล้ว

      Why would I want to hit them?

    • @JMC_hub
      @JMC_hub ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much.

    • @antone9751
      @antone9751 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Cool story bro

  • @RPDX
    @RPDX 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This channel is the most helpful channel to youtube creators without a doubt.

  • @sarasoueidan
    @sarasoueidan 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Setting the white balance on my camera made such a huge difference! I knew the lighting was off but I had no idea I could fix it with such a simple tweak! Thank you!

  • @MsInstrumentalBeatz
    @MsInstrumentalBeatz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great video! I don’t have the space for the cob style lighting in my room due to other music gear, but I recently found out about the GVM Edge (pancake/flapjack) style light and it works great. Just clipped it to my desk & provides enough soft light. It’s bi-color also & remote controllable & adjustable on the back of the light or via an app. Sean had a video about a smaller one on this channel a while back, but I got the 15” one. Affordable @ $150 if you can catch it on sale. Cheers!

  • @WilleneBusinessLifestyle
    @WilleneBusinessLifestyle 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    As someone struggling with lighting for the one month I’ve been here in TH-cam, this video is truly helpful! As always, thanks Think media for always keeping me up to speed! 🤠

    • @ThinkMediaTV
      @ThinkMediaTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad we could help!

    • @FellowFilmmaker
      @FellowFilmmaker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I remember when i got my first video light, it took a bit but it made a massive difference. You’ll get there soon enough!
      There so much you can do with just one video light

    • @WilleneBusinessLifestyle
      @WilleneBusinessLifestyle 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FellowFilmmaker Thanks much! I appreciate the encouragement. I’m definitely learning as I go

  • @empressdoinalot
    @empressdoinalot 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    A good alternative for a COB light is the Andoer EX60III SL-60W. It's budget friendly at £80 I think I paid. Or there's the Andoer LM60Bi which is £78.
    I quppied my light with the Laofas D60B mini dome, which was also cheap at about £50. Thanks to Sam Holland's review. Budget friendly options.

  • @christinesroutines
    @christinesroutines 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This was a perfect video for us newbies!! No more setting the lights up right at eye level! Thanks much!!

    • @FellowFilmmaker
      @FellowFilmmaker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I remember when i learned lighting positions, super helpful!

  • @joyfulstephie
    @joyfulstephie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    AWESOME! I've wondering about this it always glares on my glasses. This will help so much ty.

    • @FellowFilmmaker
      @FellowFilmmaker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If your glasses have a anti glare coating it helps a ton

    • @joyfulstephie
      @joyfulstephie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FellowFilmmaker ya they don't. Definitely will next pair. Thank you hadn't thought of that.

  • @MrFuzzleupagus
    @MrFuzzleupagus 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for this very helpful and educational tutorial! I just purchased the GVM SD200B today with soft box. I can’t wait to apply what I’ve learned here today!

  • @raynjpg
    @raynjpg 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The tip on setting your camera to suit the background lighting, then introducing your keylight is an incredible tip that I would never have thought of. Thank you for that!

  • @McCrazyFit
    @McCrazyFit 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’m at the point in my YT journey that I really want to learn the basics of videography. Appreciate the video!

    • @ThinkMediaTV
      @ThinkMediaTV  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Absolutely!

    • @FellowFilmmaker
      @FellowFilmmaker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      TH-cam can be a fun and crazy ride! Loads to learn for sure 😊 cheering for ya

  • @anything_x
    @anything_x 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I learned in this video more about photography and lighting than in the fifthy other videos before. Thank you .... god? xD

  • @RedefiningBodybuilding
    @RedefiningBodybuilding 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Lol OH WOW! This video dropped as I just left the Amazon app looking at diffusers and soft boxes for my lights. Talk about divine intervention!

  • @epicautomotivedetailing
    @epicautomotivedetailing 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for making this video. It's quick and easy to absorb. More like this 👌

  • @SoloMotivation
    @SoloMotivation 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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    He saw a trainer nearby and asked why these animals just stood there and made no attempt to get away. ‘Well,’ trainer said, ‘when they are very young and much smaller we use the same size rope to tie them and, at that age, it’s enough to hold them. As they grow up, they are conditioned to believe they cannot break away. They believe the rope can still hold them, so they never try to break free.’
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  • @CrimeSaga
    @CrimeSaga 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video...one day when I get enough courage to go on camera I will use these tips!

  • @GoneWithFilm
    @GoneWithFilm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Came for the lighting tips, also learned to how to make a kickass sponsored post that helps viewers at the same time. Keep up the good work, Think Media team :)

  • @JackZucker
    @JackZucker ปีที่แล้ว +2

    one critical mistake is that the COB lights are spotlights. You do not get a soft light out of them with a traditional softbox. You need a deflector in front of the big LED in order to spread the light out. Otherwise, the spotlight just comes out of the front of the softbox with minimal diffusion.

  • @JamesSermillas
    @JamesSermillas หลายเดือนก่อน

    The most substantial 5-min video I've seen about lighting.

  • @RaynFemaleProducer
    @RaynFemaleProducer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The solution to #4, I've never heard before. Gonna try thet right now!! Thank you!

  • @CreativeThinking52
    @CreativeThinking52 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video!! Thanks for sharing valuable information. Have a wonderful week. 👍

  • @esmelovesvintage
    @esmelovesvintage 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you! I was blinding myself and I now know why 😅😄

  • @TreyVanCamp
    @TreyVanCamp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nolan always coming in clutch. Thanks brother 👊👊👊

  • @HeresMo
    @HeresMo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was going to add about glasses, which took me the longest time to work out, but you got it in your opening tip, however, I do it a little differently and usually put 2 lights on either side (although a bounce card also works). I have my key light brighter and the other one about 30-40% lower. I used to have a hair light, but now I'm bald, and I use most of my lights for work, I tend to not need or use that extra light. I recently had the opportunity to have a floor lamp in my new studio, so it's really nice to have a real practical light in the background. As always you guys are awesome. Keep up the good work, you helped me so much when I first started to take content creation seriously.

  • @johnclay7644
    @johnclay7644 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    informative on lighting indoors.

  • @trueself8954
    @trueself8954 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for getting to the point under five minutes 🙌🏽

  • @alanartme1
    @alanartme1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Who makes those LED light covers you were showing? Thanks...

  • @AlexiGiovani
    @AlexiGiovani 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks Nolan.

  • @videocasetteTV
    @videocasetteTV 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome , Does the canon 600 d has the zebra pattern in it , Incase it has , kindly guide how can I find it

  • @darrinlalla9008
    @darrinlalla9008 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video and moustache. Thanks.

  • @KonflictYT
    @KonflictYT ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you have any advice for a day-time work-from-home setup? I want to look really great in meetings

  • @instaSHINOBI
    @instaSHINOBI 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great video. i appreciate this, and I'll add to my production checklist -- one of the many variables I gotta keep track of before hitting record/stream!

  • @hexcreativestudio
    @hexcreativestudio 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tips. Thank you!

  • @aranhawaii
    @aranhawaii 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What's that smaller softbox for LED panel lights that you showed?

  • @christinejuruena4736
    @christinejuruena4736 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Really great and concise video!

  • @switchunboxing
    @switchunboxing 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Problem with light being above eye-level is your eye sockets casting a shadow and your face not being well lit. I like to have a light below eye level and below or at camera level so it lights up the face!

  • @KjartanAbel
    @KjartanAbel 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks. I learned a lot from this video. The tip about adjust the camera to three background light and then turn up the main light. Awesome.

  • @valismind
    @valismind 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    oh my lord.
    I've been shooting manual, and I just realized the reason why the color is shifting so much is because of auto white balance... LMFAO. THANK YOU GUYS.

  • @stormgear896
    @stormgear896 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I like how the video started with a tip right away, can you please make a tip on how to make a proper lighting when presenting a product or something on a table? (front, top etc)

    • @FellowFilmmaker
      @FellowFilmmaker 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It depends on the product. But i find a good 45 degree angle and a lil downward angle looks good

  • @UNICORNSF3ProgameplayProRACER
    @UNICORNSF3ProgameplayProRACER 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video, thank you👍

  • @onlinevideomasterypro
    @onlinevideomasterypro 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great video, thanks! What is the brand of soft box add-on that you discuss at 2:16? I’m happy to click an affiliate link if you’ve got one!

  • @rodreedy
    @rodreedy 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Man, this is so simple and good!

  • @ECOMMichael
    @ECOMMichael 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I needed this! Thanks a bunch!!!

  • @PizzlesTechTime
    @PizzlesTechTime 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I found setting auto light balance to be less troublesome than auto exposure. Especially on my old Panasonic camera I had to learn the lesson the hard way though

  • @VisionartoStudios
    @VisionartoStudios 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    any suggestion for the keylight with a budget of 200-300?

  • @shumayla25
    @shumayla25 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello, what’s the size of the octabox? Thank you so much :)

  • @GamerJlee
    @GamerJlee 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a Canon Rebel SL2 and SL3. Neither one of them have the option for the color temperature. Is there a way to update the camera or a recommendation of how to set it on custom?

  • @AlsoKnownAsTori
    @AlsoKnownAsTori 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What’s the name or link of the pop up diffuser you put around the barn door panel light? Need it.

    • @fedism
      @fedism ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you ever find it? I want it too

  • @One1stah
    @One1stah 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What is a good lighting for a b-roll. Too many to choose from

  • @ricardoclemente3255
    @ricardoclemente3255 ปีที่แล้ว

    what camera are you using to film this video? Very nice image. Thank's

  • @itsPhillipStaples
    @itsPhillipStaples 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How do you feel about Elgato Ring lights?

  • @annebokma4637
    @annebokma4637 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Bought the godoc sl60bi for just over 200$ two months ago very happy with it

  • @storywala88
    @storywala88 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very informative. Cool.

  • @1david.k1
    @1david.k1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi! What is the softbox used for the led panel 2:16 ?

  • @sociallensmanhq
    @sociallensmanhq 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the tips 👍👍

  • @dmassive
    @dmassive 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video... but... about light positioning... ¿What happens if you wear a hat or cap? Thanks! =)

    • @ThinkMediaTV
      @ThinkMediaTV  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Good question! You could try lowering the light so it doesn't cast too much shadow on the face!

  • @kewalrajgiri4257
    @kewalrajgiri4257 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    god bless you for being so clear

  • @LifeOnLife59
    @LifeOnLife59 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So good! Thank you! You saved my life

  • @49Macman
    @49Macman ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative. Thanks.

  • @EverydayEnglishTipswithAmit
    @EverydayEnglishTipswithAmit 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you shoot your studio videos with AC on or off?

  • @shumayla25
    @shumayla25 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello:) what is the size of your softbox? 90 or 120? And which one would you recommend to shoot inside 2/3 m from the subject? Thank you so much

  • @wandahart4802
    @wandahart4802 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video! Thank you!

  • @HuetzalinTorres
    @HuetzalinTorres 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice tips, Now I realize I made some mistakes. :)

  • @squaresaucemedia
    @squaresaucemedia 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always love these videos y’all put out. Want to do the one week challenge to grow my TH-cam

  • @stewvlogs5084
    @stewvlogs5084 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is such good advice. Thank you so much!

  • @spaktor
    @spaktor 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    very smart tips

  • @activemusickid
    @activemusickid 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looks way better without the soft box !!!

  • @fedism
    @fedism ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Where can I get the softbox shown in minite 2:14 ?

  • @klolz1740
    @klolz1740 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Everytime i have white in my video it looks blown out. How can i fix this? I have it on manual mode.

    • @empressdoinalot
      @empressdoinalot 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Probably change your camera settings.

  • @ratnanathdutta8314
    @ratnanathdutta8314 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can you sujjest me for dance video indoor which light should i will go.. Afortable

  • @ChannelWright
    @ChannelWright 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Quick and to the point. Not an ounce of fat.

  • @globaltravelfanatic
    @globaltravelfanatic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am concerned about the lack of response to questions people ask. For instance, I followed a video a month ago about Final cut output settings for 4K video for TH-cam. How come you get 250mb 4k file size and I get 5.4 GIG using the same settings? My video is only 11 minutes. Surely TH-cam doesn't want huge uploads? What has changed?

    • @FellowFilmmaker
      @FellowFilmmaker 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sometimes it is bigger if there are alot of graphics, luts, or effects

  • @CoopPics
    @CoopPics 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    These tips r gold

  • @sportaffe
    @sportaffe 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do you have a link to the LED Panel Softbox you showed to us? :)

  • @tawchaaboss7387
    @tawchaaboss7387 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is a question:
    What if you were able to monetized but you are not ready to set it up for monetization What will happen.. need a answer please.thanks

    • @FellowFilmmaker
      @FellowFilmmaker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      TH-cam will put ads on any video, so they collect and not you. Until you set it up, it all goes to them

    • @tawchaaboss7387
      @tawchaaboss7387 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FellowFilmmaker so wen you set it up you will get back all the money that they owe you

  • @LadyFairChildVideo
    @LadyFairChildVideo 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    the only one i disagree with is the last point. you can get some clever lighting and beautiful scenarios using hair/rim light(s) and a fill light to fill the shadows opposite of the key light's output.
    more lighting makes it look more dramatic while still retaining detail in the shadows and gives you more data to play around with in post processing of the video.

  • @davidlallemang5701
    @davidlallemang5701 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude your SO UNDERRATED

  • @MinistryMediaSolutionz
    @MinistryMediaSolutionz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tips!

  • @mariadefatima1213
    @mariadefatima1213 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    that's perfect, thank you so much

  • @HenryPedia
    @HenryPedia ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing this.

  • @ssvr
    @ssvr 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What do you do if you're using an iPhone 13 which doesn't let you set the white balance? (I think it does auto white balance?) Thanks!

  • @YouAndImpact
    @YouAndImpact 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video 👍

  • @youknowwithMartyKauffman
    @youknowwithMartyKauffman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cool thanks for the info

  • @lightcastwithsimonakinlabi
    @lightcastwithsimonakinlabi 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amazing tutorial ❤

  • @skippyzk
    @skippyzk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the ending, I didn't even have time to click away

  • @IndiaDelgado
    @IndiaDelgado 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was a really great video!! Thanks for it being quick and to the point! Perfect examples! And now I’m going to go burn a hole through my pocket to go buy a Cobb light! Hahaha! 😂

    • @FellowFilmmaker
      @FellowFilmmaker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There are some affordable cobs out there! Godox sl60 and Amaran 60d to name a few. Got loads of videos on those affordable lights and which is best, maybe itll help you save a buck

  • @OverPoweredInvesting
    @OverPoweredInvesting ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello there
    Could you please make the video on how to place a camera correctly
    Or what camera position will you what look may be
    I see, u have tilted your camera a little to the downside. Its like u are looking a little bit up. Why is that done?

  • @Romasrunescape
    @Romasrunescape ปีที่แล้ว

    What about white balance if you shooting your videos only with iphone? Isvthere any specific adjustmens on iphone to get that correct white balance?

  • @angleseyisle
    @angleseyisle 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gonna do my first face on camera soon, just got OBS and gearing myself up for it haha

  • @Lubby320
    @Lubby320 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What is the link for the Cobb light and box setup shown in this video?>

  • @crystalfunky
    @crystalfunky หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you!

  • @christinejuruena4736
    @christinejuruena4736 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi can u make a similar with this using a smart phone?

  • @Iien
    @Iien 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    as someone who doesnt have a light and doesnt intend to getting one, i dont know why i am here

    • @alil.4947
      @alil.4947 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You're here coz you really want a light 😂

  • @YodatheHobbit
    @YodatheHobbit 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Why is it that in OBS my webcam settings it seems to be opposite of the numbers for lighting temperatures? Cooler lighting range are the lower numbers, while warming lighting range are the higher numbers?