HOW WE FILMED THE WORLD'S LONGEST TRACK. Andrew St Pierre White
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- Опубліковано 27 жов 2024
- What photo gear and techniques did I use to film our Canning Stock Route 2017 expedition.
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CAMERAS USED:
Sony A7R2, amzn.to/2DoLHNx
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Mavic Pro drone, amzn.to/2E1YV3X
DJI Osmo, amzn.to/2DnIbDc
GoPro-5 Black. amzn.to/2zFX3u9
LENSES USED: Canon 17-40 F4, amzn.to/2E4Au5O
Canon 100-400 F5.6, amzn.to/2zEeiw2
Sony-G 28-135 F4, amzn.to/2DoDdpO
Sony 90 macro F2.8, amzn.to/2BLitrD
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LIGHT
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The subject of this series:
WE HAVE JUST completed one of the world’s longest and remote public tracks. (July 2017). This is the fabled Canning Stock Route. The Canning Stock Route is long, tough, rough but beguiling in its beauty and variety.
The Canning Stock Route is a track that runs from Halls Creek in the Kimberley region of Western Australia to Wiluna in the mid-west region. With a total distance of around 1,850 km (1,150 mi) it is the longest historic stock route in the world. Once used as a route for cattle droves following a series of wells, it is now mainly used by adventure seekers looking for a challenge and solitude in the Australian outback. The last cattle drove the route in the 1930's.
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You are a true Gentleman. I first would like to say thank you for the information you share with the world. The places you take us and the sounds we hear are truly amazing. Thank you Andrew.
instablaster.
I watch, enjoy, and wonder in wonder, . . . . now some of the wondering is clear !!, thanks for an informative and entertaining session.
I too was wondering about the plate !!, I was really hoping you didn't have a "moment" when you hung it !!!!!, cheers.
Great advice Andrew. Your Canning Stock Route series was extraordinarily good.
Andrew, we love your videos. Keep on !
Andrew, I watch and enjoy your videos, no matter the topic. Interesting how "you" can find issues with your videos, stills and sound. My untrained eyes and ears only see the beauty and content. I like it that way!
Thank You
x2
We see and hear issues all the time in our own footage..
I wondered all the time about the gear and setup on those shots you used as examples, thanks Andrew.
Hey Andrew. You seem as good at video and sound as they come. Thank you for your wonderful effort. It pays to be good at something and pays even better to be good at something interesting. Your a mellow man in a malicious world and for that I thank you as well.
I was just thinking id love to see a video of your equipment. Im a portrait photographer so I really enjoy your perspective on a lot of your shots. Really nice angles and view points. I love how you set up your monologue shots. They are really descriptive I feel with your backgrounds. Great work Andrew!
Loved this video sir... I’m not anything of a photographer but was still hooked. Love the channel too mate!!!
Thanks Andrew, you are a star!
An expert on everything.. I have to check I grab the correct battery, Andrew!
Thanks for the behind the camera view. Very interesting.
WOW!!!
Loved every minute of it...
Been a while since a story episode mate...
As usual learning great info from you sir, actual experience, detailing and sharing it. Again thank you.
Great job Andrew, enjoying the content, appreciate the effort you put into your videos.
Great video Andrew and thanks for sharing your product knowledge with us.
Thanks Andrew.. I shoot with Canon now and I have some older Sony also. But it's time to upgrade and I think I will look at Sony.
I trust your word and I like your work.... so thanks for your help
Great info! Appreciate the honesty, sticking with the basics and benefits - buying and filming made easy. Going to review my Nikons.
Great work Andrew, very informative. I agreed with you 100% concerning the transition from mirrored to mirroless cameras. I too was a Nikon enthusiast until I came across the Sony mirroless, and boy oh boy! What a beautiful little power house these little cameras are! I was a bit hesitant to make the transition but after doing my research I discovered the experts were all making the transition too. What makes the Sony mirroless so awesome is that they are so affordable in comparison to other manufacturers. I currently have the A6000 and my wife has the A5000, the quality of these cameras blows my Nikon D5100 out the window, not to mention it’s versatility and being able to connect to the internet makes the transition of images so easy. My next stop, the A7, but right now it’s out of my budget.
Andrew your videos are great and It is excellent that you share links on how to access the equipment you have. It would be excellent if you also share links for all the equipment of your truck.
Great video, as always! Thanks for sharing those wonderful toys you use. Your work is inspirational.
Thanks for doing such an awesome and thorough review of you gear. It was very helpful. I now know which camera I am going to buy next! Thanks again. Great content.
Andrew, would you be able to do a show about your photo/ video editing and workflow. It would also be interesting in getting an overview of your editing suite.
This is great! Thanks Andrew!
3:37 If you want to get rid of camera shake easily and effectively get Olympus E-M1 Mark II with their 12~100mm F4, both body and camera have stabilisation and they work together to give even more stabilisation, and you can still use external mic, dual SD cards, because camera and lens are same brand, auto-focus is not an issue, though I agree you probably will need to use manual focus from time to time especially for video but that’s more or less the same for any camera using for video, try it first and thank me later if that works for you.
Great suggestions. Beautiful image. Thanks!
Great insight on the camera gear thank you . Happy Trails
It’s great to hear from someone who is passionate and knowledgeable . Steve
Your an inspiration.
I really enjoy your work.
Great video, any chance of getting your thoughts on a budget setup? I'd love to get into filming more of my mini adventures but don't quite have the budget for a full blown set up.
Another great video! Thank you and Happy New Year!
I am no photo guy but never hear about the focusing and shooting skill you adivised on 4th min. Tks very much!
Hi Andrew thanks for such imformitive video it's been a great help rgds Pete
i don't own a camera. I use my phone for the pictures I take. I found the video very interesting. Nice one Andrew.
Cheers
Thank you, thank you, thank you. Although most of that gear will probably remain beyond my reach, I do now have a few new goals. I regret opting for Nikon cameras for shooting video as the lenses are so noisy and the auto focus is really bad for bids. I am learning to turn it off but still forget on occasion. A really interesting look at you gear.
Great insights into how much time and effort you put into all your work.
Can I invite you to come over East to do the Victorian High Country.
Nice presentation 👍
It is worth you giving how to do travel or adventure filming seminars. Similar to what shadow and light offers in the UK (Phillip Bloom).
I did one at Expo West and went very well indeed. I would enjoy that I think.
Thank you for sharing your camera gear and explaining why you use each piece. Just like the rigs we drive, we each have a personal preference. I noticed that in the shots from your Osmo mounted on the windshield in the cab, the picture "swims" because the camera tries to remain level inside a shifting vehicle. Sharp turns create the same effect. Does that bother you or is the alternative worse?
Im interested in the story behind the plate on the wall; white one.
I was waiting for someone to spot that. I stole it on a trip to Munich in 1985, from a boarding house when I stayed there. It is a genuine Nazi dinner plate.
4xoverland so your the guy! Haha. Interesting piece of history.
I was wondering if the was the 3rd reich emblem on that plate. Seems you are a WWII buff such as I. Happy trails.... George.
Really cool
Another excellent video for those who like photography and video. I did my first video shooting this year on the Pirenees on a motorcycle trip and have been posting some videos on my channel - it's for me and my trip friends so super personal view and super amatour as i know nothing about video, but i fully apreciate what you said about choosing the perfect music for a video (on another video you did if i'm not mistaken). Bought a 98 euros Denver 1080hd action camera as i couldn't justify the price of the GoPro 5, the Denver is similar to the Hero 4 if i'm not mistaken at a fraction of the price, which is fine for a 1st adventure in filming.
However, for what i've seen online, many consider the Sony FDR-X3000R superior to he GoPro, specially because of the optical image stabilization, although the downfall is it still needs the hardcase for being waterproof. Since you use a lot of Sony material, what are your thoughts on this?
Thank you so much!
Absolutely superb, thank you. What video editing software do you use, and can you suggest something for a beginner?
Nice plate from WW2 . Reg. Simon :)
Great information, thanks for sharing and for all that you do for we adventure junkies. How do you go with international travel and carrying all the spare batteries on flights? I know you had trouble with a drone at customs once.
I'm glad you touched on the batteries, but a "walkthrough" of how you manage the batteries for all that gear akin to what you did describing how you handle SD cards and file transfers to HD would be helpful. It very much sounds like you have a system that works for you, but it's perhaps less obvious to those of us who don't have to manage so many devices, but want to learn.
I handled that in this video, I think. Shot in the back of the cruiser at night.
Andrew. How did the vehicle batteries hold up? You mentioned during the build you would give us a detailed review but I didn’t see it. Might have missed it of course amid the other great content.
I have no 'final solution' for the batteries yet. By that I mean Heist overland and Redarc have not yet delivered the unit where I can measure and manage the batteries. Right now, they are working, but how well, I still cannot tell. I am chasing them for this product now and will let everyone know as I start phase-2 of the Troopy build in January.
4xoverland I’m looking forward to it. I’m having issues with the CTEK system I have on my Landy. I switched to CTEK from a National Luna solenoid as the Landy doesn’t deal with charging AGM very well. Unfortunately I’ve had a couple of dead battery situations in the last couple of years, despite using the managed load output. I like the looking your new system so keen to hear if it lives up to expectations
Hi Andrew, thanks for a great gear run down! Do you shoot with either LOG profiles on the DJI camera and mavic? Ive liked the dynamic range I can pull back into the images in post. Also having a ND64 POL filter for the mavic has really helped keep that shutter speed at 60 during the middle of the day.
Hi Andrew. Loving the channel been working my way through. I bought myself a Ford Everest 4x4 hoping to start some trips this year. I would have to say your channel was a definite influence on the decision. I noticed the plate in the background has a Swastika on it whats the story behind it. Cheers from South Africa
Great information and as other s noted, curious about 25 FPS. Great point for using full frame in APS on the Sony mirror-less cameras to extend the lens range. Can you do a similar presentation on the video editing software and set-up in the studio? and finally what was the brand of camera rig mentioned with links.
Oh well, I invested in the Panasonic Micro 4/3 system..would be good to get your take on it vs Sony FF system.
Hi Andrew, I have a question about your Osmo when you mount it on the windshield. Do you have issues with the gimbal playing up over rough surfaces? I used mine yesterday and found that even on just unsealed roads, every now and again, the gimbal would just spaz out and flop on an angle like it's sea sick haha. Kind of annoying but I'm assuming its a protective mechanism to prevent sudden continuous jolts ruining the motors. Just curious if you had experiences this also? Kindest regards.
When doing driveby shots, what camera are you generally using?
Are you going there and setting it up and then driving back to do the driveby or could the drone be used?
Wow, 4 years ago! Must have upgraded gear by now.
thank you for sharing , yes I'm agrea the sony is wonderfull do you now that the 7r II is close to the h6d ,, not in detail but in low light ,, not bad at all ,, color wise realy good,, is nice to see what you jusing btw auto WB is also I never juse (I juse the kalvin setthings on my camera)
Hi Andrew, thanks very much for making this video. It’s always interesting seeing how other people make films. What’s that bit between the Osmo itself & the GoPro suction mount?
I modified an Osmo mount.
What is your favourite national park in Africa? Mine is Etosha for family trips and nostalgia, but for animal sightings it must be South Luangwa
South Luangwa, Mana Pools and Chobe.
Hi Andrew, this is very interesting and informative. As an amateur 4wder and photographer its always interesting to see how the two hobbies come together. With regards to the go-pro, i'd love to get one to mount in my fortuner to record some of my adventures. As you're using the gopro 5 now, do you think that the stabilisation is enough to counteract the vibration from the engine etc? I'd love a 6 but they are still quite expensive. Thanks
Vibration from the road is an issue. If you want to shoot 4K, I have to ask why? It makes things challenging. I am looking at upgrading to the 6, but its expensive and I am looking at the Sony alternative right now.
4xoverland thanks for the reply, i really appreciate the assistance. I'm not after 4k - I'd be happy with 1080. i was reading that the 6 has better image stabilisation but I've never tried a 5 and if it's good enough at 1080 i'll definitely save some money and get a 5
Top video Andrew. Do you use daylight white Balance for sunrise n sunset? 👍
GREAT question. I never ever, ever ever, ever ever ever ever (i think that's enough) use auto white balance when outside. Did I say ever?
Hi Andrew, is there a plan in the works for a permenant mount for that 2nd spare? Everything has its place on that truck and then theres a random tire tied down with occy straps!
Yes. That was a temporary arrangement for the Canning Stock drive. See phase-2 of the Troopy build for more. This video will be released to the public at the end of this week. But you can view it now. ua-cam.com/video/O7_XwN9OwpE/v-deo.html
4xoverland Thanks very much.
Great video best since the canning stock route. DJI make some really great products especially they/'re drones. Looking at the deals on dji gimbals and mavic pro they're well priced for amateur and do a great job. Go pro they're sound is terrible seriously need to sort that out especially for what they charge for them.
I would be curious as to what a "price no consideration" equipment shopping; (a wish list if you will), would look like for you.
The list would not be unlike the one I use. It's not about the equipment so much as the storytelling. I could buy really expensive cameras, but those would just slow me down. I would change some of my lenses. But not much else, I'm happy to say. I would spend the money on crew, I think.
Thank you, @4xoverland! Andrew, one question; what is the lens you purchased in Oregon?
Sony G 28-135 F4.
I make all my epic feature-length documentary and nature films with the exclusive Nikon A100 Coolpix. It comes with a lens, built in microphone, a flash and an automatic no-edit function which makes film making faster and more enjoyable.
Hi Andrew why you use to filming at 25 fps?
What do you think of the iPhone camera’s
Nice print of a Spitfire, is that a Hurricane on the Plate?
Robert Taylor is my favourite aviation artist, and thats a limited edition plate of a Hurricane over the Kent countryside (where I grew up) by Royal Dolton. It was my Dad's.
4xoverland knowing you are an avid pilot & a lover of gliding as well as all things aeronautical, the paintings are truly beautiful a credit to the artist. Could you please put me out of my earnest appreciation of WW2 aircraft by telling me is it a BF 109 or a FW 190, my favorit is Kurt Tanks FW 190.
(I also understand the plates reversal) ;-)
Thank you Andrew & I apologize it is off subject.
Its a JU88.
I had a great scottish aunt who lived in Wedgewood during the Blitz. She never developed an appreciation for pottery.
Could you please recommend a travel tripod Andrew? I have a Canon 7d MKII. I trust your judgment :)
stills or video? This makes all the difference in the world.
Stills. Sorry I should have mentioned it.
Then that's very easy. Sorry to be simplistic - but something light. I can't recommend specifics as there are hundreds available. But don't by cheap. Carbon legs with clips, not screw adjusters. simple ball head.
4xoverland Thank you. I got the Manfrotto be free ball head. Awesome tripdod :)
Mate, don't laugh.. but, How do you think a Petrol Grand Cherokee with some basic mods go on this trail?
On the subject of change, coil springs and leaves, you're not running independent suspension on your 4x4 ;)
I would drive IFS with no problem.
Is there a particular reason why you shoot in pal Andrew?
Lived all my life in PAL countries. Although now, it makes little real difference. Maybe I should move to 30fps. You comment has sparked an interest. I'll now do some research.
I'd be glad to hear the results of your research and your thoughts. I shoot in 30fps mostly because, just occasionally, I use a little bit of footage from my iphone 8, which is only 30/60. The only real problem I find with 30/60 is that occasional, with some incandescent lighting in the shot, there's a flicker caused by the 50Hz power supply here in Aus.
4xoverland Hi Andrew, You have inspired me to not only become interested in overlanding, but to also start a UA-cam channel. I've been filming a few of my adventures and thought it's time I shared them with the world. I've been trying to work out whether there is a noticeable difference between 24fps vs 25 fps vs 30fps. Here in Australia we use PAL with the AC power being 50Hz, therefore I guess it makes sense to film at 25 fps (with a shutter speed of 50). But if you're filming outside, away from indoor lights, then it probably wouldn't matter, right? I've also heard that most computer screens display at 60Hz, therefore perhaps it makes more sense to film at 30fps?! I'd be interested to hear your thoughts.
All the best,
Attila
What is the reversed plate on your wall?
I stole it on a trip to Munich in 1985, from a boarding house when I stayed there. It is a genuine Nazi dinner plate.
13:57 ME109 ? :-)
Its a Robert Taylor painting of a Supermarine Spitfire Mk2 shooting down a Dornier 17.
Sony fdr x3000 , way better then gopro 5 and 6
Thanks for that comment. I will go and have a look at it.
That's the trouble being a photographer, your mind is looking for shots ALL the time, apart from bumps in the road....
Bloody rippa part of the world a.
how can you sell gopros!!! They're like my children ... I have way more gopros than children .. ;)
I cannot believe you have so few subscribers. If you hadn't "trashed" the UK recently you probably could've been a Sir but now it looks you'll have to stick with St
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It was actually a hidden COMPLIMENT attenborough vs ASPW hands down ASPW because he is just a great film maker but attenborough does a good job of narration. But trash away I can take it.
Louis van Tonder ....oh a hidden compliment...right...ok...hidden....
Very enjoyable but what is actually on the back of this plate on the wall. A Nazi fighter plane maybe? Will there be a special unveiling video…?
Its a Nazi plate I stole from a boarding house when I visited Munich in 1985. And the plane is a Hawker Hurricane flying low of the Kent wheat fields during WW2. I grew up in Kent. And no unveiling video is planned.