If you are looking to capture quality sound, something like a shotgun mic such as the Rode NTG3 or Sennheiser 416. But if you are looking to capture distant sounds, you could try something like the Wildtronics parabolic microphones which help single out sounds you aim at, however you won't get low frequency tones very well due to the physics of parabolic microphones etc.
Hey Amy, it's an F-Stop Sukha pack, but I'm not seeing it in Orange anymore currently, they do have a different pack that has orange, though it's a little smaller in capacity but not that much. Here's where I found it: amzn.to/46SUuWp
That's a really cool intro! I am about to leave a Nikon Z9 in the woods over a few days to automatically capture some footage and photos using a custom setup.
Another great video Alan - as a fellow wildlife camera op / filmmaker it would be really great to see you do a run through on how you rig your camera / lens combo - I think we all tend to cobble things together in the way of plates, rods etc but counter balance becomes a real issue once you add height in the way of a monitor, mic, evf, cage & top handle. I find it particularly difficult to mount a follow focus with the Sigma 60-600 as I use the lens foot to secure it to the base plate in 2 places to eliminate any movement. But the foot position is directly under the focus ring which makes fitting a focus puller nigh on impossible! Keep up the great work!👍
That is a great idea Andy! I'll put that into the queue of videos to create! The follow focus is definitely a challenge with this lens set up, I had a wireless one that I couldn't easily rig up, so borrowed a friends edelkrone follow focus and it works great on my set up.
I have had the same issue with the 60-600 mm. I got the iShoot foot which has different mounting holes that the original. That I added the plate from the wooden camera base plate for the C70, but not centered. Now I have enough space to fit the Focus pulle from Nitze (two rods) underneath the foot of the lens.
Thank you for the video. Some (hopefully) constructive criticism though... If the video title promises tips to improve video skills, I wouldn't spend the first 8mins out of 20mins video just filming yourself walking. Most people on youtube probably drop out after the first minutes if the promise is not delivered. Good tips in the end part though. Keep the videos coming please. Sidenote: There would probably be less waiting game if you were not wearing a bright red shirt in the middle of the desert. 😅 But that you surely know.
Very much appreciated! And yes, the red shirt is like a no no for trying to be minimal and blend in! haha Thanks for the constructive criticism, very much appreciated! Glad you found the tips at the end helpful too!
Love the in the field tips and tricks. But (and you may have covered this already) how does one go about marketing a video or getting clients etc..? Thanks!
Thank you for the question Darren! I am actually working on putting that video together as part of my Wildlife Filmmaking 101 series. So stay tuned! But, in the meantime, it's all about knowing your market, what is the industry looking for, and actually getting your project in front of the eyes of decision makers (way easier said than done). Often networks put out what they are looking for, so keeping your ear to the ground is a great way to stay in the know. Networking is huge. Self distributing is a bit trickier but not impossible. :)
If you are looking to record externally, the prores 422 raw output is wonderful. And the image is great. If you just need a monitor only, it still works great but they're may be cheaper options like SmallHD etc. But I have not really run into any issues with it, it works fantastic as a monitor for false colors, focus peaking, zebra's, histograms, e.t.c, e.t.c, which really helps me dial in settings. appropriately. It even has 3 seconds of preroll in case something happens and you weren't rolling, if you hit record quick enough after, you've at least got it with the atomos. The one thing I wish it could do is have a higher frame rate than 60fps. But that's why they just releasing the new Ninja V+ which supposedly does, but the cameras are limited currently so double check first.
Hey Alan, What cable do you use to mount your Sony XLR unit in other places than the stock hot shoe? I have been searching for the specific cable extension for years!
Hey James! It came with the Sony XLR-K3M I purchased as part of the package deal etc. It seems that specific model is backordered. On the XLR-K3M page it seems to be called the MI Shoe extension cable: Here's a link to where I picked everything up (not an affiliate link): www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1494691-REG/sony_xlr_k3m_xlr_adapter_kit.html
@@FilmingTheWild thanks for the info. It doesn't look like they sell the cable separately yet which is a bummer. I invested into the previous K2M model years ago which didnt come bundled with the cable. Hopefully they end up selling it individually some time in the future. I have no need to upgrade to the K3M. Thanks again!
Hi, Alan been following ur work, absolutely amazing and thanks for sharing your techniques. Just a question what is the sound recorder u use for wildlife? Any recommendations. Thank u
Thank you so much for the comment. For recording nature and wildlife, I recommend the Zoom H4N (or their H5N or H6N) and pair that up with either a nice shotgun microphone (like a Rode NTG3 or similar) that picks up good audio, or ideally, a parabolic mic set up (like the ones by wildtronics.com) to enhance the sounds if your subjects are further away. The parabolic mic is an absolute for getting detailed sound, but it also requires absolute stillness on your part, as it picks up the faintest clothes rustling if you move too much.
I noticed even though you are using a DSLR you are also using that screen on top (I think that is called the monitor) what are the pros and cons of that? Maybe a video about all the equipment you can use, pros and cons, options for no budget to high budget.
You've noticed correctly, it is indeed called a monitor! It helps see what you're filming much easier, compared with the small screen on the back of the camera itself. Monitors can come in various sizes, and this one a 5inch wide screen, so significantly bigger than the one on the back of the camera, so getting accurate focus, framing, and ease of use is all around way way better! I like your feedback, keep it coming!
I think the quickest way would be to join a company and start by working on their productions etc, and then you can work your way into the roles you would like to do eventually. If you produce yourself, it's not impossible either, but you'll definitely need to prepare for a slow start! The hardest part being acquiring the funds to produce your own content, or pitching your story ideas to entities until someone bites and commissions the project. Story is everything in either of these situations, and it has to be something marketable to either your funding audience, or to a network who would commission the project etc.
To just get out and film no matter what. Does not matter how many films you watch, location skills are key. Get out and film with whatever kit you got. Build your skills and showreel and try and create a story, Work out how to cut shots together. once you have that you have to put your content out there for people to find.
Weight is one reason, also, camcorders don't have the low light capability of the Sony A7s III - which is ideal for filming wildlife in early mornings and late evenings. Also, price point is another reason, this is a more "affordable" entry point into high quality footage etc. A comparable Sony ENG body or something like the Sony FX9 body for example is roughly $7k more than the A7s III body, but still doesn't quite have the lowlight functionality - even though it is still good in it's own respects.
@@FilmingTheWild It’s a shame because Sony and other companies has developed an APSC and a Full Frame camcorder with removable lens 10 years ago. The Sony VG - 30 and VG-90. But they stopped that perfect cameras and they had a very good ergonomics. Now days you have to get a mirrorless which are quite uncomfortable to work, or cinema type which are too expensive. Another problem is that shitty sony codecs and the rest of the companies, who don’t want to use of ProRes in terms of color data. The biggest problem for me is that that big camera companies are wasting resource un creating useless pieces of plastics, instead of creating one or two models who are capable of all your needs. Not doing that they are polluting and destroying the environment. But in 10 years me and you will not be able to use a car because it is bad for the environment, and the fuel will be to expensive. One of that reasons are the youtube experts, who are like pigs, you can give the everything and they will eat, with no questions. Peace
Great Video. What Long Range Microphone would you recommend? Thank you!
If you are looking to capture quality sound, something like a shotgun mic such as the Rode NTG3 or Sennheiser 416. But if you are looking to capture distant sounds, you could try something like the Wildtronics parabolic microphones which help single out sounds you aim at, however you won't get low frequency tones very well due to the physics of parabolic microphones etc.
What is the pack you’re using? Love the bright orange. We often wander into state land during hunting season and want to be seen!
Hey Amy, it's an F-Stop Sukha pack, but I'm not seeing it in Orange anymore currently, they do have a different pack that has orange, though it's a little smaller in capacity but not that much. Here's where I found it: amzn.to/46SUuWp
@@FilmingTheWild awesome, thank you so much!
Merci encore. Thanks a lot from New-Caledonia.
I’m glad you enjoyed it!! Happy holidays!
That's a really cool intro! I am about to leave a Nikon Z9 in the woods over a few days to automatically capture some footage and photos using a custom setup.
Love that!! Hope you get some great footage and photos!
Another great video Alan - as a fellow wildlife camera op / filmmaker it would be really great to see you do a run through on how you rig your camera / lens combo - I think we all tend to cobble things together in the way of plates, rods etc but counter balance becomes a real issue once you add height in the way of a monitor, mic, evf, cage & top handle.
I find it particularly difficult to mount a follow focus with the Sigma 60-600 as I use the lens foot to secure it to the base plate in 2 places to eliminate any movement. But the foot position is directly under the focus ring which makes fitting a focus puller nigh on impossible! Keep up the great work!👍
That is a great idea Andy! I'll put that into the queue of videos to create! The follow focus is definitely a challenge with this lens set up, I had a wireless one that I couldn't easily rig up, so borrowed a friends edelkrone follow focus and it works great on my set up.
@@FilmingTheWild Thanks Alan, I’ll look at the edelkrone .... I’ve tried my tilta nucleus nano with no joy! Looking forward to the next video 👍
@@andyobrien6263 I was just looking into picking up the nucleus Nano for my 60-600 setup. Did it not work for you?
@@FilmingTheWild really looking forward to that rig set up video!
I have had the same issue with the 60-600 mm. I got the iShoot foot which has different mounting holes that the original. That I added the plate from the wooden camera base plate for the C70, but not centered. Now I have enough space to fit the Focus pulle from Nitze (two rods) underneath the foot of the lens.
I am just starting filming (wildlife) myself. Your channel is very inspiring to me. Thank you from Germany!
Thank you for the kind words Andre! I hope this channel can help you in your journey into wildlife filmmaking!
Thank you for the video. Some (hopefully) constructive criticism though... If the video title promises tips to improve video skills, I wouldn't spend the first 8mins out of 20mins video just filming yourself walking. Most people on youtube probably drop out after the first minutes if the promise is not delivered. Good tips in the end part though. Keep the videos coming please. Sidenote: There would probably be less waiting game if you were not wearing a bright red shirt in the middle of the desert. 😅 But that you surely know.
Very much appreciated! And yes, the red shirt is like a no no for trying to be minimal and blend in! haha Thanks for the constructive criticism, very much appreciated! Glad you found the tips at the end helpful too!
I like wildlife filimaker so much
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Thank you! Glad you enjoy it!
Love the in the field tips and tricks. But (and you may have covered this already) how does one go about marketing a video or getting clients etc..? Thanks!
Thank you for the question Darren! I am actually working on putting that video together as part of my Wildlife Filmmaking 101 series. So stay tuned! But, in the meantime, it's all about knowing your market, what is the industry looking for, and actually getting your project in front of the eyes of decision makers (way easier said than done). Often networks put out what they are looking for, so keeping your ear to the ground is a great way to stay in the know. Networking is huge. Self distributing is a bit trickier but not impossible. :)
Loving that set up. Do you find more pros with the Atomos recorder? Been thinking about adding it to my set up as sick of the sony screen.
If you are looking to record externally, the prores 422 raw output is wonderful. And the image is great. If you just need a monitor only, it still works great but they're may be cheaper options like SmallHD etc. But I have not really run into any issues with it, it works fantastic as a monitor for false colors, focus peaking, zebra's, histograms, e.t.c, e.t.c, which really helps me dial in settings. appropriately. It even has 3 seconds of preroll in case something happens and you weren't rolling, if you hit record quick enough after, you've at least got it with the atomos. The one thing I wish it could do is have a higher frame rate than 60fps. But that's why they just releasing the new Ninja V+ which supposedly does, but the cameras are limited currently so double check first.
Are you using the Sigma 60-600 (great glass!), here...? cheers!
That is correct! It's a great versatile lens for nearly most applications out in the field!
Hey Alan, What cable do you use to mount your Sony XLR unit in other places than the stock hot shoe? I have been searching for the specific cable extension for years!
Hey James! It came with the Sony XLR-K3M I purchased as part of the package deal etc. It seems that specific model is backordered. On the XLR-K3M page it seems to be called the MI Shoe extension cable: Here's a link to where I picked everything up (not an affiliate link): www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1494691-REG/sony_xlr_k3m_xlr_adapter_kit.html
@@FilmingTheWild thanks for the info. It doesn't look like they sell the cable separately yet which is a bummer. I invested into the previous K2M model years ago which didnt come bundled with the cable.
Hopefully they end up selling it individually some time in the future. I have no need to upgrade to the K3M.
Thanks again!
Yea I looked around as well and couldn’t find anything either. :/ hopefully they sell it separate eventually!
Hi, Alan been following ur work, absolutely amazing and thanks for sharing your techniques. Just a question what is the sound recorder u use for wildlife? Any recommendations. Thank u
Thank you so much for the comment. For recording nature and wildlife, I recommend the Zoom H4N (or their H5N or H6N) and pair that up with either a nice shotgun microphone (like a Rode NTG3 or similar) that picks up good audio, or ideally, a parabolic mic set up (like the ones by wildtronics.com) to enhance the sounds if your subjects are further away. The parabolic mic is an absolute for getting detailed sound, but it also requires absolute stillness on your part, as it picks up the faintest clothes rustling if you move too much.
Thanks for the video Alan 😊
My pleasure! Happy New Year!
Great video
Thank you!
I noticed even though you are using a DSLR you are also using that screen on top (I think that is called the monitor) what are the pros and cons of that?
Maybe a video about all the equipment you can use, pros and cons, options for no budget to high budget.
You've noticed correctly, it is indeed called a monitor! It helps see what you're filming much easier, compared with the small screen on the back of the camera itself. Monitors can come in various sizes, and this one a 5inch wide screen, so significantly bigger than the one on the back of the camera, so getting accurate focus, framing, and ease of use is all around way way better! I like your feedback, keep it coming!
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Thank you so much!
What would be the best way to become a wildlife Filmmaker and also earn money? Producing it yourself or joining a company?
I think the quickest way would be to join a company and start by working on their productions etc, and then you can work your way into the roles you would like to do eventually. If you produce yourself, it's not impossible either, but you'll definitely need to prepare for a slow start! The hardest part being acquiring the funds to produce your own content, or pitching your story ideas to entities until someone bites and commissions the project. Story is everything in either of these situations, and it has to be something marketable to either your funding audience, or to a network who would commission the project etc.
@@FilmingTheWild Story is always King.
To just get out and film no matter what. Does not matter how many films you watch, location skills are key. Get out and film with whatever kit you got. Build your skills and showreel and try and create a story, Work out how to cut shots together. once you have that you have to put your content out there for people to find.
thats all??
Oh there's definitely a lot more to it than that.
Why are you complicating yourself so much why don't you use a camcoder?
Weight is one reason, also, camcorders don't have the low light capability of the Sony A7s III - which is ideal for filming wildlife in early mornings and late evenings. Also, price point is another reason, this is a more "affordable" entry point into high quality footage etc. A comparable Sony ENG body or something like the Sony FX9 body for example is roughly $7k more than the A7s III body, but still doesn't quite have the lowlight functionality - even though it is still good in it's own respects.
@@FilmingTheWild It’s a shame because Sony and other companies has developed an APSC and a Full Frame camcorder with removable lens 10 years ago. The Sony VG - 30 and VG-90. But they stopped that perfect cameras and they had a very good ergonomics. Now days you have to get a mirrorless which are quite uncomfortable to work, or cinema type which are too expensive. Another problem is that shitty sony codecs and the rest of the companies, who don’t want to use of ProRes in terms of color data. The biggest problem for me is that that big camera companies are wasting resource un creating useless pieces of plastics, instead of creating one or two models who are capable of all your needs. Not doing that they are polluting and destroying the environment. But in 10 years me and you will not be able to use a car because it is bad for the environment, and the fuel will be to expensive. One of that reasons are the youtube experts, who are like pigs, you can give the everything and they will eat, with no questions. Peace
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