The Blog
The archive of my blog (since 2010).
Devin Graham (a.k.a. DevinSuperTramp) Shows How To Use a Glidecam
I caught up with Devin at NAB 2016 where he showed me the new Devin Graham Signature Series Glidecam, how he sets his up, and how he uses it to collect all his best shots.
What's in My Travel Video Gear Bag?
As we head to Las Vegas for NAB 2016 I thought I would share with you what gear we are bringing to cover the event.
Canon XC10 Unboxing
With the XC10, Canon has been able to pack a big punch in a small camera. Let's open up the box and see what is inside. Stay tuned for a full review.
Canon 80D Unboxing
In this video I unbox the 80D, show the camera and what it comes with. A full hands-on review of the 80D will be coming out shortly, stay tuned.
Sony a7s ii, Metabones, & XLR-K1M Unboxing & Setup with Canon Lenses
In this video I unbox, setup, and walk through my initial impressions of the Sony a7s ii, the Metabones adapter to Canon EF lenses, and the Sony XLR audio adapter.
Final Cut Pro X 101 - A Free Course
Whether you're coming from iMovie or haven't edited videos before, our new free course will help you get started with Final Cut Pro X.
How to Get Great Audio Far Away from a Camera #AskLeb
In this episode of #AskLeb I answer a question from Thomas Frank of College Info Geek about what the best options are for recording great audio when you're far away from the camera.
Should You Film in 4K Yet? #AskLeb
In this episode of #AskLeb I give my thoughts on who should start filming their videos in 4K or UHD and who shouldn't bother.
Canon 80D vs. 70D DSLR Feature Comparison
Canon just announced the predecessor to the 70D, aptly named the Canon 80D. They also announced a couple cool new accessories as well, the PZ-E1 Powered Zoom and the DM-E1 Directional Microphone. More on those in a bit.
First Look at Sony a6300, Canon 1DX mkII, Nikon D5 (+ A Fine Bros. Rant)
In this episode I give my thoughts on some of the recent 4K cameras announced: the Sony a6300, Canon 1DX Mark II, and Nikon D5.
I also give my two cents on the whole Fine Brothers "ReactWorld" controversy that went down recently.
Attending #TeamCrispyLive Vlog (+ Lighting for 4K Recording)
Follow with me as I attend a workshop at Canon on how to properly light for 4K video recording and #TeamCrispyLive, a meetup put on by five of the biggest tech YouTubers.
Intro to Adobe After Effects
Opening Adobe After Effects (AE) for the first time can be a bit shocking. While AE is powerful, it is not the most user-friendly software. I’ve heard many stories about people opening, and then closing AE because they just felt lost.
In this 3 part series on Adobe After Effects featuring Phil Ebiner from VideoSchoolOnline.com you will learn the layout, tools, keyframes and how to build your own lower third using After Effects.
Canon C100 Mark II Review
After filming with the Canon C100 Mark II for over a year, it is about time I got around to reviewing it.
In this video I breakdown who I think the C100 MK II is great for, who shouldn't get it, how it compares to shooting on a 5D Mark III (including side by side test footage), and whether it is worth the money nowadays even if it doesn't let you shoot in 4K.
Audio Technica ATH M30X vs. Sony MDR-7506 Comparison
In this video we review the two best budget options for monitoring headphones, the Sony MDR-7506 and the Audio Technica ATH-M30X. Both of these headphones will serve you well. They are in the same price range and both include a leather pouch and adapter. Perhaps the biggest difference is the cord, straight vs coiled.
Sony MDR-7506 Monitor Headphones Review
In this video we review the Sony MDR-7506. Long considered the industry standard you can find these from sets to sound rooms. Offering a frequency response that covers the range of human hearing, the MDR-7506 will allow you to hear every blip and pop of the edit.
Audio Technica ATH-M30X Review
The ATH-M30X comes in at $70 and delivers excellent flat frequency response that won’t break the bank.
#AskLeb 1 - What's Next for DIY Video Guy?
Over the past couple months I have been looking for a better way to interact with my audience, the YouTubers, bloggers and video makers, in short – you guys.
To better connect, I decided to put more concentration into YouTube. Uploading more videos, being active in the comments and starting a new series AskLeb.
Super Cheap Standing Desk: StandStand Mouse Review
“Sitting is the new smoking”, that’s what people keep telling me anyway. If these people are to be believed then I’m a metaphorical chain-smoker. We all are. Apparently we average 9.3 hours a day sitting. If my math is correct that’s like smoking 37 and three quarters cigarettes a day. Not really but you get the point.
However I didn’t want to spend the $500-$1,000 it would cost to get a standing desk. Even if I did fork out the money and make the switch that would only solve my problem when I was at home. I work from multiple locations.