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

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  • @ThinkMediaTV
    @ThinkMediaTV  2 роки тому +13

    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 роки тому +1

      Hello content creators

    • @mominkakarofficial2715
      @mominkakarofficial2715 2 роки тому

      Of course

    • @DeepSouthEdc
      @DeepSouthEdc 2 роки тому +1

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

    • @Christine.Slater
      @Christine.Slater 2 роки тому

      Can you recommend one under a 100$

    • @halfkoreanhalfamazing
      @halfkoreanhalfamazing Рік тому

      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 роки тому +53

    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 роки тому +2

      Isnt that the most annoying? 😂

    • @NtsikiMazwai
      @NtsikiMazwai 9 місяців тому +1

      !!!!!!

    • @ariesmight6978
      @ariesmight6978 8 місяців тому +1

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

  • @ThatNerdChris
    @ThatNerdChris 2 роки тому +32

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

    • @Samiam-mu5ln
      @Samiam-mu5ln 2 роки тому +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 роки тому

      Lights have a way of doing that 😊

  • @MrSimonj1970
    @MrSimonj1970 2 роки тому +11

    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.

  • @epicautomotivedetailing
    @epicautomotivedetailing 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @empressdoinalot
    @empressdoinalot 2 роки тому +7

    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.

  • @WilleneBusinessLifestyle
    @WilleneBusinessLifestyle 2 роки тому +7

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

    • @ThinkMediaTV
      @ThinkMediaTV  2 роки тому +1

      Glad we could help!

    • @FellowFilmmaker
      @FellowFilmmaker 2 роки тому +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 роки тому

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

  • @sarasoueidan
    @sarasoueidan 9 місяців тому +2

    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!

  • @DoodiePunk
    @DoodiePunk Рік тому +1

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

  • @RPDXTECH
    @RPDXTECH 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @RedefiningBodybuilding
    @RedefiningBodybuilding 2 роки тому +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!

  • @JamesSermillas
    @JamesSermillas 3 місяці тому +1

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

  • @mcmaschio
    @mcmaschio 2 роки тому +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 роки тому +4

      Reflecting of a wall or ceiling is crazy useful

  • @KjartanAbel
    @KjartanAbel 2 роки тому

    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.

  • @christinesroutines
    @christinesroutines 2 роки тому +6

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

    • @FellowFilmmaker
      @FellowFilmmaker 2 роки тому +2

      I remember when i learned lighting positions, super helpful!

  • @MsInstrumentalBeatz
    @MsInstrumentalBeatz 2 роки тому +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!

  • @raynjpg
    @raynjpg 11 місяців тому +1

    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!

  • @johnclay7644
    @johnclay7644 2 роки тому +2

    informative on lighting indoors.

  • @MrFuzzleupagus
    @MrFuzzleupagus 4 місяці тому

    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!

  • @CreativeThinking52
    @CreativeThinking52 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @UNICORNSF3ProgameplayProRACER
    @UNICORNSF3ProgameplayProRACER 2 роки тому +2

    Great video, thank you👍

  • @AlexiGiovani
    @AlexiGiovani 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks Nolan.

  • @hexcreativestudio
    @hexcreativestudio 2 роки тому +1

    Great tips. Thank you!

  • @darrinlalla9008
    @darrinlalla9008 2 роки тому +1

    Great video and moustache. Thanks.

  • @aranhawaii
    @aranhawaii 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @anything_x
    @anything_x 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @1david.k1
    @1david.k1 Рік тому +1

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

  • @HenryPedia
    @HenryPedia 2 роки тому

    Thank you for sharing this.

  • @storywala88
    @storywala88 2 роки тому +1

    Very informative. Cool.

  • @McCrazyFit
    @McCrazyFit 2 роки тому +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 роки тому +1

      Absolutely!

    • @FellowFilmmaker
      @FellowFilmmaker 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @CrimeSaga
    @CrimeSaga 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @joyfulstephie
    @joyfulstephie 2 роки тому +2

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

    • @FellowFilmmaker
      @FellowFilmmaker 2 роки тому +1

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

    • @joyfulstephie
      @joyfulstephie 2 роки тому

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

  • @VISUVIDEO-kz3zv
    @VISUVIDEO-kz3zv Місяць тому

    Your are the number one Thank you for this video !!!

  • @ECOMMichael
    @ECOMMichael 2 роки тому +1

    I needed this! Thanks a bunch!!!

  • @sociallensmanhq
    @sociallensmanhq 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the tips 👍👍

  • @JackZucker
    @JackZucker Рік тому +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.

  • @christinejuruena4736
    @christinejuruena4736 5 місяців тому

    Really great and concise video!

  • @GoneWithFilm
    @GoneWithFilm 2 роки тому +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 :)

  • @alanartme1
    @alanartme1 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @RaynFemaleProducer
    @RaynFemaleProducer 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @kewalrajgiri4257
    @kewalrajgiri4257 9 місяців тому

    god bless you for being so clear

  • @SoloMotivation
    @SoloMotivation 2 роки тому +2

    *Never let one failure from the past hold you back in the future* 👉🏻 *MUST READ FOR YOU*
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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.’
    The man was amazed. These animals could at any time break free from their bonds but because they believed they couldn’t, they were stuck right where they were.”
    *I LOVE YOU* ❤️

  • @MinistryMediaSolutionz
    @MinistryMediaSolutionz 2 роки тому +1

    Great tips!

  • @esmelovesvintage
    @esmelovesvintage 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @AlsoKnownAsTori
    @AlsoKnownAsTori 2 роки тому +1

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

    • @fedism
      @fedism Рік тому

      Did you ever find it? I want it too

  • @trueself8954
    @trueself8954 Рік тому

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

  • @spaktor
    @spaktor 2 роки тому +1

    very smart tips

  • @rodreedy
    @rodreedy Рік тому

    Man, this is so simple and good!

  • @YouAndImpact
    @YouAndImpact 2 роки тому +1

    Great video 👍

  • @HeresMo
    @HeresMo 2 роки тому

    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.

  • @wandahart4802
    @wandahart4802 2 роки тому

    Awesome video! Thank you!

  • @instaSHINOBI
    @instaSHINOBI 2 роки тому +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!

  • @fedism
    @fedism Рік тому +1

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

  • @49Macman
    @49Macman Рік тому

    Very informative. Thanks.

  • @crystalfunky
    @crystalfunky 3 місяці тому

    Thank you!

  • @youknowwithMartyKauffman
    @youknowwithMartyKauffman 2 роки тому +1

    Cool thanks for the info

  • @stewvlogs5084
    @stewvlogs5084 Рік тому

    This is such good advice. Thank you so much!

  • @videocasetteTV
    @videocasetteTV 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @onlinevideomasterypro
    @onlinevideomasterypro 2 роки тому +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!

  • @LifeOnLife59
    @LifeOnLife59 2 роки тому

    So good! Thank you! You saved my life

  • @IndiaDelgado
    @IndiaDelgado 2 роки тому +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 роки тому +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

  • @lightcastwithsimonakinlabi
    @lightcastwithsimonakinlabi 11 місяців тому

    Amazing tutorial ❤

  • @TipsMedsos
    @TipsMedsos 2 роки тому

    Wow amazing. Video Info light video

  • @ricardoclemente3255
    @ricardoclemente3255 Рік тому

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

  • @mariadefatima1213
    @mariadefatima1213 9 місяців тому

    that's perfect, thank you so much

  • @GamerJlee
    @GamerJlee 2 роки тому +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?

  • @shumayla25
    @shumayla25 11 місяців тому

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

  • @Coopshootz
    @Coopshootz 5 місяців тому

    These tips r gold

  • @jodizzyfilms3490
    @jodizzyfilms3490 2 роки тому

    I needed this thank you

  • @relaxambientvibes
    @relaxambientvibes Рік тому

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

  • @OverPoweredInvesting
    @OverPoweredInvesting Рік тому

    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?

  • @EverydayEnglishTipswithAmit
    @EverydayEnglishTipswithAmit 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @shumayla25
    @shumayla25 Рік тому

    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

  • @KonflictYT
    @KonflictYT Рік тому

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

  • @Iien
    @Iien 2 роки тому +8

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

    • @alil.4947
      @alil.4947 7 місяців тому +1

      You're here coz you really want a light 😂

  • @davidlallemang5701
    @davidlallemang5701 2 роки тому +1

    Dude your SO UNDERRATED

  • @stormgear896
    @stormgear896 2 роки тому +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 роки тому

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

  • @Lubby320
    @Lubby320 Рік тому

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

  • @PizzlesTechTime
    @PizzlesTechTime 11 місяців тому

    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

  • @ratnanathdutta8314
    @ratnanathdutta8314 10 місяців тому

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

  • @squaresaucemedia
    @squaresaucemedia 2 роки тому

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

  • @EricSchleyer
    @EricSchleyer 4 місяці тому

    @ 2:11 what softbox is that?

  • @annebokma4637
    @annebokma4637 Рік тому

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

  • @HuetzalinTorres
    @HuetzalinTorres 2 роки тому

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

  • @genius.records
    @genius.records Рік тому

    very nice

  • @andrenikolai1061
    @andrenikolai1061 2 роки тому +1

    Any tips for top down videos or side videos?

  • @dmassive
    @dmassive 10 місяців тому +1

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

    • @ThinkMediaTV
      @ThinkMediaTV  10 місяців тому +1

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

  • @VisionartoStudios
    @VisionartoStudios Рік тому

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

  • @jonvaliagas
    @jonvaliagas 2 роки тому

    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.

  • @switchunboxing
    @switchunboxing 2 роки тому +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!

  • @ChannelWright
    @ChannelWright 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @klolz1740
    @klolz1740 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @TreyVanCamp
    @TreyVanCamp 2 роки тому +1

    Nolan always coming in clutch. Thanks brother 👊👊👊

  • @upariputti
    @upariputti 2 роки тому

    Great!!!

  • @globaltravelfanatic
    @globaltravelfanatic 2 роки тому +2

    Still NO response to my question below. I followed a video a month ago about Final cut output settings for 4K video for UA-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 UA-cam doesn't want huge uploads? What has changed?

    • @FellowFilmmaker
      @FellowFilmmaker 2 роки тому +1

      Sorry to see they arent able to respond to your comments. Youre welcome to come to my channel ☺️ i try to respond to all comments

    • @globaltravelfanatic
      @globaltravelfanatic 2 роки тому

      @@FellowFilmmaker Thanks, THINK MEDIA are only interested in making money obviously

  • @One1stah
    @One1stah 5 місяців тому

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

  • @Romasrunescape
    @Romasrunescape Рік тому

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

  • @SethRuffins
    @SethRuffins 4 місяці тому

    does anyone know what the soft box is at minute 2:14?

  • @lindakush4246
    @lindakush4246 Рік тому

    Hi kindly assist I have a phone overhead for nail tutorials how can I place my softbox for great videos

  • @YodatheHobbit
    @YodatheHobbit 4 місяці тому

    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?