Shooting a Commercial on a Budget: Sony A6300 & Zhiyun Crane 2

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  • Опубліковано 9 лют 2025
  • Gear used:
    Sony A6300: amzn.to/2zj1cEN
    SmallHD FOCUS Monitor: amzn.to/2yyS5T5
    Zhiyun Crane V2: amzn.to/2ymqqWr
    Sony 16-70 F/4: amzn.to/2yTTvbO
    Sigma 30mm F/1.4: amzn.to/2gNN67x
    Sony 50mm: amzn.to/2yg2LHk
    Zoom H5: amzn.to/2kXXHkL
    SENNHEISER MKE 600:amzn.to/2imZv6d
    ND Filter: amzn.to/2yGHvur
    Aputure 120D Light: amzn.to/2idY7Pt
    Aputure Light Dome: amzn.to/2z3yZF9
    Manfrotto Tripod: amzn.to/2xPBYld
    MUSIC USED:
    ► Rap Dreams - LOWERCASE
    ► Running - Dj Quads
    CONTACT ME
    ► daniel.i.schiffer@gmail.com

КОМЕНТАРІ • 290

  • @vernonbrownii6718
    @vernonbrownii6718 7 років тому +79

    Great info, thanks for taking the time to break everything down D! I'm still mastering the gimbal moves from the sandwich video, will add the "Bay style" upward orbit shot to the list. Your videos give me hella confidence too, as I assume all commercial DP/Cinematographers rent RED cameras and have shot music videos for 10 years before they venture into commercial work. Nice to know with a little knowledge, some gear and consistent practice, a regular guy can replicate the same techniques.

  • @Blaneoh
    @Blaneoh 6 років тому +11

    Bro this helped so much, I work at a local digital marketing agency and every time we go to a shoot, we are all disagreeing on what shots go where and when people need to say stuff, I was never aloud to take charge as an employee. I finally stood my ground and told me bosses the ads we were making were ass, not only do I not enjoy these ads but my dog wouldn’t either. I argued with them for about an hour and almost got fired😬 they gave me a task to shoot a commercial under my say. I used the story board and shot the best commercial ever, my pay went up and all was great. Thank you so much man.

  • @KiblerDesign
    @KiblerDesign 7 років тому +33

    I feel like I've learned so much from Peter, Matti and a lot of the other larger youtube channels. One thing they don't do is what you do... show an actual project and how you did it.

  • @ZhiyunTechGlobal
    @ZhiyunTechGlobal 7 років тому +101

    Great tutorial Daniel, brighten by your tips as always! And thanks for featuring Zhiyun Crane 2!

    • @singasong69it
      @singasong69it 7 років тому +1

      Zhiyun-tech, does your Crane 2 follow focus work on Sony a6300?

    • @boxingpunchalot9521
      @boxingpunchalot9521 7 років тому

      singasong69it very good question

    • @boxingpunchalot9521
      @boxingpunchalot9521 7 років тому +1

      Zhiyun-tech Does the crane2 foĺlow focus work on sony A6300?

    • @ZhiyunTechGlobal
      @ZhiyunTechGlobal 7 років тому +5

      Hi guys, the function is not available on Sony yet, pls stay tuned for mechanical follow focus extension:)

    • @noname_guy
      @noname_guy 5 років тому

      ​@@ZhiyunTechGlobal Is this follow focus works with EOS M50? I don't know which gimbal to buy (Weebill, Crane2, AK2000 or Ronin SC). This feature would make me buy Zhiyun.

  • @KORHaku93
    @KORHaku93 7 років тому +12

    i swear to god bro, ur gonna become big in youtube very soon so long as you keep up the content. with only a few videos over the past few months and a 21k subscriber base, your booming like crazy. got lots to learn fro you. keep up the good work bro, cheers!

  • @SarahDunk
    @SarahDunk 7 років тому +6

    This looks so professional!!

  • @MattAitia
    @MattAitia 7 років тому +1

    fun working on this commercial together!

  • @myles6964
    @myles6964 7 років тому +3

    The pouring ice-cream shots were some of my favourite shots in the whole thing

  • @v3zMedia
    @v3zMedia 7 років тому +1

    Came out so clean!

  • @RyanKao
    @RyanKao 7 років тому +37

    This was rad!

  • @FirstImpressionsVideoCostaMesa
    @FirstImpressionsVideoCostaMesa 6 років тому

    This is a great video, Daniel! I have the Sony a6300 and just got the Crane 2, so it's really cool to see what can be done with it, in a commercial application! You did a rad job demonstrating that you DON'T need the high-end stuff to produce excellent results. Well done!

  • @RavKan
    @RavKan 6 років тому +2

    Really well shot and edited! Movement in a shot really helps up that production value. Thanks for the breakdown

  • @JyrkiS
    @JyrkiS 7 років тому +2

    I really enjoyed this video, it's great to how you open every scene and how it was filmed. I too make most videoprojects alone or with just little help from someone. It's often challenging but I do enjoy making best possible end product with minimal gear and crew. Hope you make more of these, keeps my creative juices flowing so to speak!

  • @gphiproductions
    @gphiproductions 7 років тому +1

    Nice! All of your shots turned out really well. The final edit is really colorful and clear. Great job!

  • @samwithacam
    @samwithacam 6 років тому

    thanks Daniel, I really appreciate that you share all those simple things that others might consider boring. I am tired of seeing countless "how to b-roll" movies that show how to make good looking shots but don't have a proper story behind it. This is where your marketing career kicks in I guess :)
    Keep the good stuff coming, I am always excited about your videos and thank you!

  • @SpencerStanley
    @SpencerStanley 7 років тому +5

    That commercial came out awesome man! Great video.

  • @LiveMusicOntario
    @LiveMusicOntario 5 років тому

    Good choice of cuts. I especially like that you went out before the boy actually got a mouthful of ice cream. Less messy visually, how many people look good actually eating food?, and leaves the viewer in anticipation.

  • @AaronWilson22
    @AaronWilson22 7 років тому

    Breaking down the Gimbal movement when you were behind the child was great at 329 in. I wanted to master that type of shot and I’m gonna give it a shot with my own work. Thanks!

  • @Stan-l-e-y
    @Stan-l-e-y 7 років тому +4

    omg u weren't kidding when u said u own a shit ton of urban, i love it

  • @TheRemuera
    @TheRemuera 7 років тому

    Mate, your channel is the most useful out there! Short, informative and nicely made! You're quite an inspiration, thank you for that! I'm saving money for a6300, so I should get in the game by summer time here in Moscow, Russia. Thanks again and best of luck to you!

  • @YourStoryStudios
    @YourStoryStudios 7 років тому

    Collaborating is very important! Thanks for sharing your behind the scenes. Commercial turned out great!

  • @Doudlyx67
    @Doudlyx67 7 років тому

    Did the same type of video for a block climbing complex so it was such interesting and entertaining! Thanks man

  • @YoungBlaze
    @YoungBlaze 7 років тому +1

    i love videos like this! thanks

  • @markromero7874
    @markromero7874 7 років тому

    Great commercial! The slow mo / 1080p looks pretty good.

  • @KalynRobert
    @KalynRobert 5 років тому +53

    Now we need to know how much did you charge for that.

    • @Anju13
      @Anju13 3 роки тому

      I am also interested

    • @liceafilms
      @liceafilms 3 роки тому

      I’d assume maybe a couple hundred dollars? He said a few hours work, editing time, I wouldn’t pay more than $200-300 for a 30sec freelance commercial

  • @WesleyFranks
    @WesleyFranks 6 років тому +1

    Bro. Thanks your videos are super helpful. Thank you. Gives me great perspectives of how to approach shots.

  • @meziens15
    @meziens15 7 років тому +5

    Your video's are very informative man!
    Thanks so much for all the info, great attitude and workflow! Keep rocking, best of luck to you and all fellow filmmakers!

    • @danielschiffer
      @danielschiffer  7 років тому +1

      Much appreciated! Thanks for your support :)

  • @image.factory
    @image.factory 6 років тому +1

    Cool possibility to produce a very interesting commercial video with little equipment.
    I use a Sony A5100 and the Zhiyun Crane 2 gimbal. I am also fully satisfied with the two devices and use them almost every day. Hope that I also have the opportunity to produce such a video for a brand. Great channel, keep it up!

  • @SheldonandJessTV
    @SheldonandJessTV 7 років тому

    nice done commercial. Simple yet very compelling

  • @Chris.Wheelington
    @Chris.Wheelington 6 років тому

    You deserve waaaaay more subscribers. Your content is great.

  • @jj8624-s8m
    @jj8624-s8m 7 років тому

    Really appreciate the behind the scenes videos like this :)

  • @biasparis1503
    @biasparis1503 7 років тому +2

    Thanks for sharing man, it's awesome. I used a6000 with kit lens for make small money, the gear is not really matter, and you proof it above my level

  • @tonyesra
    @tonyesra 7 років тому +2

    Such great info and delivery. Definitely checking out your other content!

  • @AlessandroCarpentiero
    @AlessandroCarpentiero 7 років тому +1

    Thanks for sharing! Really liked the vibes of the commercial :)
    I'll take the tip of creating a storyboard, even if I'm super crappy at sketching :D
    Have a good one!

  • @QippysChannel
    @QippysChannel 6 років тому

    I really enjoy your super hands on explanation of all your processes, your videos are such a good resource for getting inspired :) . Thanks

  • @chooxuanguang
    @chooxuanguang 7 років тому

    Loved the breakdown of the shots, and and, the idea of not creating with what you have!

  • @cedricbarksdale2271
    @cedricbarksdale2271 6 років тому

    Great tutorial, and thanks for breaking everything down awesome. Can't wait to check out some more of your videos.

  • @JoonJoseph
    @JoonJoseph 7 років тому +8

    Solid video man, defs gotta try storyboarding some time and love that shot when the beat dropped too!

  • @CamboMeng
    @CamboMeng 6 років тому

    Awesome! Great work on the commercial.

  • @AntonioMeres
    @AntonioMeres 7 років тому +2

    Damn! That's good and creative way to do the job. Congrats and thank u from Chile (South America) :D

  • @TomasEstrada
    @TomasEstrada 7 років тому

    Came out great man, nice work! Good info too!

  • @FrogyProd
    @FrogyProd 7 років тому +3

    Really sick video man! Bigups to you and matt!

    • @danielschiffer
      @danielschiffer  7 років тому

      Thanks G! Let's do a joint project together and I'll feature it in the next one, and give you a big ol shoutout

  • @kidsindustryprepllc492
    @kidsindustryprepllc492 6 років тому

    Thank you sooooo much!! This was great, I'm tiptoeing into commercial videography and this video was exactly what I needed!! Thank you!

  • @pfo4
    @pfo4 4 роки тому +1

    Daniel, start using haze. This project would be amped up with it.👍

  • @twobearadventures8217
    @twobearadventures8217 7 років тому

    Great video, thanks for sharing. Really interesting to see the behind the scene.

  • @austinpaz2174
    @austinpaz2174 7 років тому

    im loving all your videos man. keep it up!

  • @MarcEdwindelosReyes
    @MarcEdwindelosReyes 6 років тому

    This is my dream camera and gimbal for a budget setup. This is so nice. :)

  • @TakumisWorld
    @TakumisWorld 6 років тому

    This is really great, love the commercial!

  • @MCchuster
    @MCchuster 6 років тому

    Awesome. I'm learing a lot but there are still so many things i have to learn; from lighting to getting the correct lenses for the shot.

  • @nils_ninja
    @nils_ninja 6 років тому

    So Great man, easy way to Film a commercial :)

  • @DJTronuk
    @DJTronuk 7 років тому +1

    Awesome video Daniel! With the right mindset and planning, it doesn't take too much to make a great promo video. Great tips, keep it up my man ✊. We all need to get on Discord again soon Haha 👌👌

    • @danielschiffer
      @danielschiffer  7 років тому

      Thanks man! And absolutely, that was a great time!

  • @MykaStanley
    @MykaStanley 5 років тому

    Love this video ! Great little promo too ! Story boarding, i'm going to try it 👌🏽

  • @bicktoriousmedia4667
    @bicktoriousmedia4667 6 років тому

    Great video and commercial! Thanks for sharing

  • @azafreak-warface7590
    @azafreak-warface7590 7 років тому

    Wow! This is a great video. As a A6300 new owner, it's reassuring to see how far you can go with a couple of lens and a gimble. I'm really surprised with the color. I'll browse your channel, looking forward your color grading process, if there's any video about it!

  • @jacobperezborum136
    @jacobperezborum136 5 років тому

    Awesome video. Excellent tips. I’ve set up a shoot for a 30 commercial using your tips.
    But I’m curious as to what I should charge. Do you have a base price that you can suggest???

  • @haterallowed9575
    @haterallowed9575 5 років тому +19

    Almsot Crying when I saw budget sony A6300 and i'm making videos in a Sony A3000

    • @Leo_Santisteban
      @Leo_Santisteban 4 роки тому

      Hi! I don't have a big budget but I'm wondering to buy the Sony A3000. Just one question. The picture quality is better than an iPhone 6s, right?

  • @Ktb_Contract0r
    @Ktb_Contract0r 6 років тому

    No big deal, but I noticed you said you shot the waffles using a 50mm 1.4, but linked the 1.8 in the description.
    Still a great video, and I appreciate the detail you go into with your content. Really gives me some things to consider when I start making content.

  • @DrAdnan
    @DrAdnan 6 років тому

    Great breakdown! Thanks for doing this

  • @MarcWebster
    @MarcWebster 7 років тому

    Great work man!!

  • @Wewantmoor
    @Wewantmoor 7 років тому +3

    I wish more videographers would watch this video and learn.

  • @DatrysiadMedia
    @DatrysiadMedia 5 років тому

    This is really good, thanks for showing. The storyboarding is a nice touch. I'm finding I'm editing a family weekend away and finding getting the general flow a night mare. Almost done but the sequence of events are completely out of sync to how it actually happened. It's that create part that has put a long block on getting it done.
    I dare not tell my partner I'm gonna story board the next holiday, may need to buy a cup for bash protection

  • @xProtege7
    @xProtege7 7 років тому +7

    So dope. Love the content Daniel. Would be cool to see a video on how you get jobs like these and how you go about pricing these :)

    • @xProtege7
      @xProtege7 7 років тому

      Yeah, he doesn't have to necessarily say what he charges, but just an overall idea of HOW cuz I find it hard a s a beginner into the commercial industry to start pricing my work. But yeah it's crazy how much some people can charge

  • @ozzythemighty2767
    @ozzythemighty2767 4 роки тому

    Man love it .. great job .

  • @avidairial2579
    @avidairial2579 6 років тому

    The title of the video mentions "on a budget"... so what would be a close estimation for how much this type of commercial would cost the client? Really good video explaining how you did it.

  • @irfaanaqil
    @irfaanaqil 7 років тому +1

    All I can noticed in your videos are the shirt brand you wear in each videos. LOL

    • @danielschiffer
      @danielschiffer  7 років тому

      LMAO, I hope that means I have good style!

    • @irfaanaqil
      @irfaanaqil 7 років тому

      You do have a good style! keep it up, love your videos.

  • @dandunne6282
    @dandunne6282 7 років тому

    This is so helpful - great job!

  • @jamesluc007
    @jamesluc007 7 років тому

    Great video! Cheers from Argentina

  • @JV-jq2iq
    @JV-jq2iq 7 років тому

    This is awesome. Thanks for breaking it down.

  • @flodask8ing21
    @flodask8ing21 7 років тому

    Killer man! great commercial

  • @rberi0
    @rberi0 2 роки тому

    love that shoot...can you make a tutorial how did you do the slowing beats of your music? its amaze me verymuch..

  • @analienundercover8207
    @analienundercover8207 6 років тому

    you can possibly but way better stuff…but every time you post a video like this you prove me i can create great videos without spending a ton….thanks for being so insprational

  • @blueboxstudios1336
    @blueboxstudios1336 6 років тому

    Super interested in how you priced this job. Hope you do a video on that kind of thing soon.

  • @Sjaubi
    @Sjaubi 6 років тому +1

    Awesome .. What did you charge for the commercial

  • @uturncrossfit3977
    @uturncrossfit3977 7 років тому +1

    Very well done!!!

  • @psyketube
    @psyketube 4 роки тому

    Would love to see a vid about creating story boards, need more info on that for sure

  • @drealsheggs8080
    @drealsheggs8080 6 років тому

    Thanks Daniel for the info! Thumbs Up

  • @khaiminh2501
    @khaiminh2501 4 роки тому

    Thank you so much

  • @tsinchansue
    @tsinchansue 5 років тому +1

    I wanna know what frame rate are you shooting at? 60p?

  • @RobertAlexanderHunter
    @RobertAlexanderHunter 7 років тому +1

    Thanks for sharing something I would like to get into

  • @Mehrasphotography
    @Mehrasphotography 6 років тому

    Great work thanks for sharing

  • @migueltapia7934
    @migueltapia7934 4 роки тому

    Is this the Daniel Schiffer filmmaking university? 😂. How much i learn whith your videos bro...Thanks. Regards from Chile 🇨🇱.

  • @jermaingarcia8781
    @jermaingarcia8781 5 років тому

    te amo demasiado nojodaaaaa

  • @cobravideomaker2023
    @cobravideomaker2023 6 років тому

    awesome video! did you use some picture profile?

  • @vex123
    @vex123 5 років тому

    Wow! thanks for showing us the possibility of making exceptional film on the consumer budget! Can you also comment how you changed focus on the ice cream while moving with the gimbal at 4:20/4:23?

  • @tanvayee4545
    @tanvayee4545 7 років тому +1

    That was really good!

  • @spencerrussell3067
    @spencerrussell3067 7 років тому +1

    Hey Daniel - just curious about the rack focus' you used on a couple shots - how did you do that and not bump the shot/camera/crane?
    Cheers.

  • @Weird_Quests
    @Weird_Quests 6 років тому +3

    Would you recommend the Sony a6300 as an upgrade from the Canon 600D/t3i (rebel series)? I'm looking to get something with a bit of a more professional "glaze" to it - and get a couple of lenses too (perhaps the sigma 30mm + something else?). Also, what do you think of the Zhiyun cranes? I was thinking about the Zhiyun Crane 2, but have just been reading about the DJI Ronin S (little more expensive) - what do you think between them?
    Also, how would you recommend saving up for and purchasing new gear? Like, the priority when it comes to upgrading my current setup (Canon 600D/t3i (with 3 extra batteries) + Canon 50mm f1.8 + 18-55mm kit lens (without IS) and a trusty fluid head Manfrotto tripod that I love).

  • @JervisJaylo
    @JervisJaylo 6 років тому

    This is so helpful. Thanks man! :)

  • @benfergusonishere
    @benfergusonishere 6 років тому

    Love your videos Daniel! I just found your channel, your content is awesome!
    Thanks for the inside view of a commercial shoot!
    If I may ask, what do you usually charge for a commercial of this kind?

  • @JirehProductionsLtd
    @JirehProductionsLtd 6 років тому

    This video was really helpful and informative, can you share how much i can charge for a commercial like this?

  • @CharlonSerrano
    @CharlonSerrano 6 років тому

    Thanks for this! Very much helpful!!! Keep it up! :)

  • @RichieMillsnz
    @RichieMillsnz 7 років тому

    Great video!

  • @vishalsharma8046
    @vishalsharma8046 6 років тому

    love from india bro you are a pro 😍

  • @mikeyshafer
    @mikeyshafer 6 років тому +1

    Awesome video! But I have one question: What is the best way to go about finding music that you can legally use for promo videos like this if your client plans on posting it as an ad? I am making my first promo video in a few days and I wanna make sure I don't mess it up with some copyright problem.

  • @MrRickalba
    @MrRickalba 6 років тому

    really cool

  • @flying-higher
    @flying-higher 6 років тому +2

    I really appreciate the information. I'm curious about the talent. How did you find them? Just curious about that process if you get the time.

  • @MartinTabanag
    @MartinTabanag 6 років тому

    Im new to this and im really learning a lot. I like how you color graded your commercial. How do you color grade and what is your profile picture when shooting? Hope you will help me

  • @carlosbustos027
    @carlosbustos027 5 років тому

    did you place a customized lut or did you color grade it yourself? i cant get over how clean the color looks

  • @2728muzikmann
    @2728muzikmann 5 років тому

    Awesome!

  • @HarveyAVideo
    @HarveyAVideo 4 роки тому

    Hey! if i am looking into getting into what you are doing is it best to get a fullframe camera?