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New Video Idea! - I ran into this problem the other day and this video shows it happening perfectly! 'How to shoot talking head videos in changing light conditions'. Between 1:20 and 18:58 you can see the huge drop off in natural light as you go through golden hour and then dusk! It would be super interesting to get any tips for adjusting WB/exposure on the fly if you're shooting long form content over that time span. I shot a friend's podcast the other day from 4-6PM and dealing with lighting behind the scenes and then in Premiere was a big hassle.
The gaming monitor is a (cough, cough...) game changer! I use my laptop screen at home as my second monitor for file management while I am editing on the big BenQ monitor. Thanks for cluing me in on how to get the same experience out in the field. Optimizing real estate on the laptop is kinda essential for those of whose eyes are getting a little older (which is why I would not know anything about gaming monitors!!) Cheers!!
on the note of straps: I put some simple "harness clip" thin on the end og the original strap. Easy to remove, no dingling stuff remains on the camera, except that triangle thingy.Way cheaper and easier. My friend has the PD strap. Every time I had to borrow his camera when I needed to film a 4 camera setup. Thad hanging PD stuff made me mad. I cannot imagine using my camera like that.
The ISDT charger is amazing, though, it's widely unavailable now. It's usb-c, it charges fw and fz batteries, It can fast charge batteries, and the display is awesome. I also love that when it's not plugged in, you can pop a battery in and find out how much charge it has.
Only thing I'll disagree with is buying the Sony batteries. Batteries have become so good now a days you really don't need to worry. I have about 16 PowerExtra batteries and they last about 90% as well as the original Sony. I can get about 1:45-50 minutes with them. Been using them for over a year now with the A7siii for weddings and commercial work and haven't encountered any issues whatsoever. Also you get two batteries and a charger for $50 US. I highly recommend them and won't be spending $80 on one Sony battery.
This travel compatible second monitor is really interesting! Thanks for sharing. Peak design is my strap system of choice since their first project, the clip system for the strap is really amazing, couldn’t do without now.
When I saw the article for the Zeiss × Peak Design strap and anchors, you were the first person to come to mind lol. I need to look more into those monitors...
I used a peak design standard plate and attach an anchor on it, and used the Cuff or Leash V1 (its important that its the version 1) on it. Only 1 attach point and it doesn't interfere when rotating the camera and its twice as fast when removing the Leash compared to the Slide
3:40 i dont think that you tried newer batteries. They really improved and even offer more battery life than the regular batteries if you purchase the right one.
Love your videos! Especially its fun with Vivienne and yourself in the little role play. So great! Yes, peak design strap is a must and agreed with the battery part. Protector is good reminder. Thanks for the great work!
For camera straps I am a huge fan of the cross body type where the camera slides on the strap. Great video I always like to get new ideas that help me use my Sony more efficiently and effectively.
Very informative video on sony gears. A good cage for hybrid shooters would be the Smallrig Half Cage for the A7IV & A7Siii. Since i do like to protect my camera bodies, this cage have made it convenient for me to set the camera down on rough surface without worrying my camera will be scuff. Then attaching the mic or gopro into the cold shoe with ease. And even attaching a monitor mount holder onto the cage allows room for an external monitors while also attaching a handle grip.
Hey Jason welcome to my town 😆 I live Upstate in Westchester County, but we have some pretty cool towns to see only an hour away hope you get to see them 👋
That's awesome man! usually it's a hit or miss with those 3rd party stuff. I had some Wasabi ones that are still kicking to this day! Which brand are you using?
If you're asking if the XPERIA can control the focus of the Alpha cameras, then no :( It can do Touch Tracking AF in it's own native camera app though 😅
@@JasonVong That's what I thought. I wish you could output touch tracking AF support to a monitor so you didn't have to use Sony's crappy, small screens.
Hey brother what would you recommend for someone doing both photography and video in terms of a single camera and lens(es) if budget/cost was unlimited? So far I am thinking either Sony Alpha 1 (A1), Sony A7IV, or A7SIII . Ignore prices, I looking to buy once/cry once on most versatile camera & lens(es) setup.
can you use the handle with the Sony eb10 mic as they go in the same place and a monitor at the same time , if no any recommendation on which mic or handle thank you
I used 3rd party on my old Canon Cameras but bought Ansmann ones for my XT3 form Amazon ( same one sold at WEX ) and after a few months they start to swell up, then after about a year they swell so much it’s so difficult to get them out of the camera you have to shake them out, not good for any camera so they go in the bin. Now I use Duracell 3rd Party ones with no issues at all.
Get a small rig half cage, Jason! I’ve been paranoid ever since my AC accidentally dropped my last camera because of a loose hot/cold shoe handle hahaha
You didn’t mention an aftermarket L-bracket, in the past I’ve always used RRS, but finding something for the A7iv is elusive. Any leads on an L-bracket for the A7iv?
LOL I hate those clunky peak design connectors! I use the tiny strap Sony used to supply with the RX100m5 - it holds your camera to your wrist, without having those clunkers dangling off my camera :D
17:01 I don't understand why the close shutter feature can't be firmware'd to to those of us still "slumming" it with a7RIV's and I'm assuming a7SIII owners as well. They're all current generation cameras. You can't tell me it's processor dependent or some other nonsense excuse like Sony made about the menus lol.
Do you have any concerns about sticking a piece of aluminum in the multi interface hot shoe Sony now uses? With all those tiny contacts in there, I'd worry about shorting out something, or are all those contacts dead until you activate flash mode?
Beware the Sandisk 2 Tb SSD. Mine went kaput after a year and a half. Sandisk do not make it easy to get it replaced, very complicated and it took about 3 weeks.
I came from the ergonomically sublime Pentax K-1 to the ergonomic disaster that is the A7RIII. Here's what I did to remedy it... Screen protector (£5) Silicone skin (these are awesome and cost me £7) MiniFocus L-bracket/grip (£8.50 used) Hot shoe mounted thumb rest (£7.30) Shutter soft release button (£6) 13mm soft rubber eye cup (£12)
Peak Design is great, but I am always reluctant to use their straps because the metal clips are very likely to scratch the camera body, screen or even the lens.
Great video -- appreciate the recommendations! One minor comment -- when you're cleaning lenses with wipes, NEVER use your finger directly behind the cleaning cloth. If by chance a piece of sand or grit gets between your finger and the lens, you're gonna scratch it. It's better to scrunch up the cleaning cloth and wipe the lens with it. That way if something solid gets in between, there will be much less pressure, and you'll less likely scratch your lens! Enjoy your travels and looking forward to see more! (Oh, my latest accessory is the A74!)
I'm finally able to upgrade my A6400 to a "legit" camera. If I'm mostly getting it for video, is it still worth spending the extra $1000 to get an a7SIII over the a7 IV?
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Seems I’ve had some today but they’ve been deleted thankfully
I thought you gifted me a Sony A1 Camera and five GM lenses....is this gear on the way?
Peak design strap is amazing. It does not only look good, but also feels so smooth in the hands and neck, not rough and sharp like the original strap.
👋 What piece of accessory did you get recently that's been incredibly helpful to your photo/video process?
⚠ BUY WHAT'S RIGHT FOR YOU! DON'T BUY EVERYTHING ⚠
💯 ESSENTIALS
Screen Protector: Amazon geni.us/2HaKNk (Diff from Video)
Sony Screen Protector: BH bhpho.to/3GEIIAK
Sony Tough SD Cards: Amazon geni.us/EBFE | BH bhpho.to/3GuSMMI
SanDisk SD Alternative: Amazon geni.us/Wu8S | BH bhpho.to/3ryyEoL
Sony Battery: Amazon geni.us/s3ce | BH bhpho.to/3HD5fPS
Charger: Amazon geni.us/WgLk | BH bhpho.to/3HBJoIp
Newmova Charger: Amazon geni.us/rSpu9
Peak Design Strap: Amazon geni.us/zlqm | BH bhpho.to/3oARTw6
Zeiss Cleaning Wipes: Amazon geni.us/HWLw | BH bhpho.to/3rCGEoR
Dust Blower: Amazon geni.us/pqJSl7l | BH bhpho.to/3JcvVXV
Cleaning Cloth: Amazon geni.us/Gmns33 | BH bhpho.to/3gyLbCk (Diff from Video)
🔦 FEATURED
Sennheiser MKE 400 Mic: Amazon geni.us/roAW | BH bhpho.to/35NNOOm
Crane M3 Gimbal: Amazon geni.us/P6uu | BH bhpho.to/32QPV2P
Lumecube Lights: Amazon geni.us/4QnqzB | BH bhpho.to/35NPU0G
💻 Helpful Computer Stuff
SanDisk 2TB SSD: Amazon geni.us/1jHgq | BH bhpho.to/3Lj6bet
LaCie 4TB HDD: Amazon geni.us/IfX7J | BH bhpho.to/34KuukM
CFExpress A & SD Reader: Amazon geni.us/moZSS | BH bhpho.to/3JiIL7j
Asus XG17 Monitor: Amazon geni.us/CCcqdHi | BH bhpho.to/3B8zv2L
PGYTech Tripod Stand: Amazon geni.us/GA5Y | BH geni.us/hpLXlL
My MAXED TF OUT MACBOOK PRO WHYYYYY BH bhpho.to/3sumwV6
🎥 4 Piece Special Top Handle Rig
Mini Top Handle: Amazon geni.us/imPkEY | BH bhpho.to/3ov5oNx
Monitor Tilt Piece: Amazon geni.us/GzGDny | BH bhpho.to/3JiMamB
Phone Clamp: Amazon geni.us/6iYF (Different from Video)
XPERIA PRO "Monitor": Amazon geni.us/Q6NPC | BH bhpho.to/3Guuvq8
🎒Bags I Use
Peak Design Zip Backpack 20L: Amazon geni.us/BYmw3 | BH bhpho.to/34Nv69m
Peak Design Sling 10L V2: Amazon geni.us/0HIc | BH bhpho.to/3uwRv5u
📀 Other Video Resources
Buying USED Camera Guide: ua-cam.com/video/ZUnb8xlylC0/v-deo.html
Crane M3 Gimbal Review: ua-cam.com/video/v7vHf8RMvaM/v-deo.html
New Video Idea! - I ran into this problem the other day and this video shows it happening perfectly! 'How to shoot talking head videos in changing light conditions'. Between 1:20 and 18:58 you can see the huge drop off in natural light as you go through golden hour and then dusk! It would be super interesting to get any tips for adjusting WB/exposure on the fly if you're shooting long form content over that time span. I shot a friend's podcast the other day from 4-6PM and dealing with lighting behind the scenes and then in Premiere was a big hassle.
I bought the Peak Design Leash at the REI store. It is so much more comfortable hiking with my sony a7iii.
The gaming monitor is a (cough, cough...) game changer! I use my laptop screen at home as my second monitor for file management while I am editing on the big BenQ monitor. Thanks for cluing me in on how to get the same experience out in the field. Optimizing real estate on the laptop is kinda essential for those of whose eyes are getting a little older (which is why I would not know anything about gaming monitors!!) Cheers!!
Definitely going to get that monitor setup 🙌
Do you know if the XPERIA supports touch AF tracking? I'm looking for a monitor that does!
on the note of straps:
I put some simple "harness clip" thin on the end og the original strap. Easy to remove, no dingling stuff remains on the camera, except that triangle thingy.Way cheaper and easier. My friend has the PD strap. Every time I had to borrow his camera when I needed to film a 4 camera setup. Thad hanging PD stuff made me mad. I cannot imagine using my camera like that.
oh that's smart! that's another layer of freedom shooting!
@@JasonVong yes it is. I'm kind of surprised no "photography hack" video has mentioned it before.
When he went to B roll of the screen protector I was about to comment on how nice his nails were. :D
The ISDT charger is amazing, though, it's widely unavailable now. It's usb-c, it charges fw and fz batteries, It can fast charge batteries, and the display is awesome. I also love that when it's not plugged in, you can pop a battery in and find out how much charge it has.
I just got a Sony A7 iii and your channel has been my guide lately! Good call on the straps
Only thing I'll disagree with is buying the Sony batteries. Batteries have become so good now a days you really don't need to worry. I have about 16 PowerExtra batteries and they last about 90% as well as the original Sony. I can get about 1:45-50 minutes with them. Been using them for over a year now with the A7siii for weddings and commercial work and haven't encountered any issues whatsoever. Also you get two batteries and a charger for $50 US. I highly recommend them and won't be spending $80 on one Sony battery.
This travel compatible second monitor is really interesting! Thanks for sharing.
Peak design is my strap system of choice since their first project, the clip system for the strap is really amazing, couldn’t do without now.
Glad you found it interesting! I've been wanting so bad to share it since last July but couldn't find the right opportunity to!
When I saw the article for the Zeiss × Peak Design strap and anchors, you were the first person to come to mind lol.
I need to look more into those monitors...
loved the ״always practice safe photography" great vid, thanks
😂
I used a peak design standard plate and attach an anchor on it, and used the Cuff or Leash V1 (its important that its the version 1) on it. Only 1 attach point and it doesn't interfere when rotating the camera and its twice as fast when removing the Leash compared to the Slide
3:40 i dont think that you tried newer batteries. They really improved and even offer more battery life than the regular batteries if you purchase the right one.
I haven't but lemme know which ones offer more battery life and I can definitely try those out!
---Out of all the gimbals you have ever used in life , which one is your favorite ?? [ IM GETTING AN A74 FOR REF ]. --ty--LOVE YOUR VIDEOS :)
Love your videos! Especially its fun with Vivienne and yourself in the little role play. So great! Yes, peak design strap is a must and agreed with the battery part. Protector is good reminder. Thanks for the great work!
For camera straps I am a huge fan of the cross body type where the camera slides on the strap. Great video I always like to get new ideas that help me use my Sony more efficiently and effectively.
Love the vid man!
Thank you for this! I discovered new products that would be very helpful for my Set up. Thanks Jason!
Very informative video on sony gears. A good cage for hybrid shooters would be the Smallrig Half Cage for the A7IV & A7Siii. Since i do like to protect my camera bodies, this cage have made it convenient for me to set the camera down on rough surface without worrying my camera will be scuff. Then attaching the mic or gopro into the cold shoe with ease. And even attaching a monitor mount holder onto the cage allows room for an external monitors while also attaching a handle grip.
Hey Jason welcome to my town 😆 I live Upstate in Westchester County, but we have some pretty cool towns to see only an hour away hope you get to see them 👋
3:55 I do agree with the battery part :)
Keep the goodness coming Jason
bro you got nice nails. love it.
I still use the default neck straps, BUT I obtained these snap off ends that allows me to snap off the ends just like that Zeiss strap, lol.
I am ok with this
@Jason Vong oh thank God I almost threw them away .... lol jkjk love you bud 😁😉😬
Yuhuuu good video!!!! Danke schön
I own Peak design strap.. Very very comfy, no regrets,!
I travel a lot too. You won’t need this but Gary Friedman’s manual on my computer helps when I’m trying to translate my a1’s menu.
Good ol' Gary!!!
Buying the A7S III in a couple of weeks! Can't wait 😁
omg let me know how it goes. There is a massive shortage right now but if you can pick one up, hold on to it tight!!
@@JasonVong you suck.
Got a third party battery from amazon 6 years ago. Still working just great.
That's awesome man! usually it's a hit or miss with those 3rd party stuff. I had some Wasabi ones that are still kicking to this day! Which brand are you using?
Many good tips in your list. Thank you.
Great video and tips :)
Liked for the Mulan reference.
Does the XPERIA support touch AF tracking!? I'm looking for a monitor that does!
If you're asking if the XPERIA can control the focus of the Alpha cameras, then no :( It can do Touch Tracking AF in it's own native camera app though 😅
@@JasonVong That's what I thought. I wish you could output touch tracking AF support to a monitor so you didn't have to use Sony's crappy, small screens.
Welcome to NYC Jason, hope you enjoy the city don't forget to visit times square.
The best camera straps are the ones that stretch. If they stretch you don’t feel the weight on your shoulder etc.
Just upgraded to a full frame alpha cam, time to use those referral links!
why i got the feeling that i'm watching shop on the couch youtube version 2023? XD
nice tuto. any advise for L-bracket for a7iv and compatibility with peak design arca ?
I use aftermarket batteries in emergencies. I have 4 Sony batteries, so it isn’t really an issue, but I keep them anyway.
Hey brother what would you recommend for someone doing both photography and video in terms of a single camera and lens(es) if budget/cost was unlimited?
So far I am thinking either Sony Alpha 1 (A1), Sony A7IV, or A7SIII .
Ignore prices, I looking to buy once/cry once on most versatile camera & lens(es) setup.
Where did you get the blue PD style anchors? I've been looking for some
Question do i have to use slog in order to get the best low light performance on the camera? Do i need to use a picture profile?
can you use the handle with the Sony eb10 mic as they go in the same place and a monitor at the same time , if no any recommendation on which mic or handle
thank you
Can you please make an update video on the best micro lens for the E mount (since they’re a couple of new ones) thank you!
i prefer the clutch over the strap. and a bag when not shooting :)
I used 3rd party on my old Canon Cameras but bought Ansmann ones for my XT3 form Amazon ( same one sold at WEX ) and after a few months they start to swell up, then after about a year they swell so much it’s so difficult to get them out of the camera you have to shake them out, not good for any camera so they go in the bin. Now I use Duracell 3rd Party ones with no issues at all.
Hey jason.. where i can get the phone clamp you have ?? Please share the link highly appreciated 🙏
Thanks! Very useful
That jacket at 7:58 pls let me know what it is!
YO! JASON! ...Hopefully easy question.
What is the output resolution to the Pro-I phone as a monitor from the Camera?
On your top handle setup. Will it work with only the Xperia as an external monitor or can it be any other smartphone of similar size?
What lens filters are you using or recommend with Sony lens?
the mulan reference got me to subscribe, thank you lmao
How safe is the Newmowa Dual charger? Do you know if it cuts the life of the Sony batteries?
I'm going strapless at the moment but that strap looks like a good idea!
Where can I get that phone clamp? I want to use my phone as my external monitor for my a7iv when doing video.
nice. is the a7 iv protector the same as a1? thanks heaps
Hey I want a 135mm , you still diggin the Zeiss Batis f/2.8 OSS ?
I’m building a light lens travel video/photo , live music setup.
Still my go-to tele lens!
Hey Jason, what travel tripod do you use? Also, is there a dual camera body strap that you recommend?
Get a small rig half cage, Jason! I’ve been paranoid ever since my AC accidentally dropped my last camera because of a loose hot/cold shoe handle hahaha
What I just added was a Peak Design wrist strap to that setup for extra security... JUST INCASE hahaa
nice tips 👌👌
Do you feel the 128gb is enough for your photo and video throughout the day. I’m always worried. I want to get just one big sd/cfexpress card.
Great stuff thank you Jason & Vivian
thanks for watching!!
I have a peak design strap, but I still prefer my good ol' black rapid strap.
You didn’t mention an aftermarket L-bracket, in the past I’ve always used RRS, but finding something for the A7iv is elusive. Any leads on an L-bracket for the A7iv?
you got any problem with your SanDisk SSD? seems like lots of people said they lost their files within the drive recently
I got it from another brand for my 7iv camera, and it's a good protector, but I still have problems with the camera getting hot.
LOL I hate those clunky peak design connectors!
I use the tiny strap Sony used to supply with the RX100m5 - it holds your camera to your wrist, without having those clunkers dangling off my camera :D
17:01 I don't understand why the close shutter feature can't be firmware'd to to those of us still "slumming" it with a7RIV's and I'm assuming a7SIII owners as well. They're all current generation cameras. You can't tell me it's processor dependent or some other nonsense excuse like Sony made about the menus lol.
If it makes you feel any better, I actually dont even use the anti dust feature on the a1 and a74. 🙈
what is that little circle hanging off the side?
Where did you get that Sony phone clamp?
XPERIA PRO-I came with it
Do you have any concerns about sticking a piece of aluminum in the multi interface hot shoe Sony now uses? With all those tiny contacts in there, I'd worry about shorting out something, or are all those contacts dead until you activate flash mode?
I haven’t used a flash but I am using the SONY digital mic that takes advantage of the MI of the hot shoe and everything is still a-okay! 👌
I know 4k 60 is better for fast motion, but how well does 4k 60 handle low light?
Yo Jason! What's this Amazon Warehouse pricing that you mentioned? How do you access such deals?
The strap that’s in the link is not the same as the one you are wearing. Your strap is rare, any links anywhere to buy one?
12:26 Is that a HDD? Thunderbolt would do nothing for you in that case. Unless that's just a super chunky ssd?
That Zeiss pd strap is rare rare
Beware the Sandisk 2 Tb SSD. Mine went kaput after a year and a half. Sandisk do not make it easy to get it replaced, very complicated and it took about 3 weeks.
Thanks for the heads up! Do you know if it's common or your case was rare?
@@JasonVong I think it is not that common but there are a few instances online so might be worth a double backup
Thanks!
Where to find the og Sony phone clamp???
I came from the ergonomically sublime Pentax K-1 to the ergonomic disaster that is the A7RIII. Here's what I did to remedy it...
Screen protector (£5)
Silicone skin (these are awesome and cost me £7)
MiniFocus L-bracket/grip (£8.50 used)
Hot shoe mounted thumb rest (£7.30)
Shutter soft release button (£6)
13mm soft rubber eye cup (£12)
Prograde SD card work? They are rated at 250mb/s write.
I think Sidney Diongzon uses them and it works!
@@JasonVong thanks!
I am so jealous lol I can't even afford the Sony 70-200 and here you are with all the best cameras :) lol Nice video ..
Are cameras less expensive to purchase in Asia?
I enjoy your vids! That Zeiss strap is fire!!
Isn't it?! 😍
when the a7siv come out I want it to have a window in the sensor just like a7iv.
You coming to NC?
Jason do I need a CF express card to shoot 4k 120 fps on A7siii?
nope! I've been doing it with the tough SD cards!
@@JasonVong thanks!
Peak Design is great, but I am always reluctant to use their straps because the metal clips are very likely to scratch the camera body, screen or even the lens.
They discontinued that angle I’m so sad. Only have it with the screws no cold shoe 😢
Interesting!
Jason, I’m starting to do more vlog/ interviews with my Sony A7RIV. Do you still recommend the Sennheiser MKE 400?
Okay, now I know why many photographers hate camera straps. I thought it’s was a way to tell who’s pro who’s amateur. lol
I'm buying everything in this video because I don't have a mind of my own! j/k
Great video -- appreciate the recommendations! One minor comment -- when you're cleaning lenses with wipes, NEVER use your finger directly behind the cleaning cloth. If by chance a piece of sand or grit gets between your finger and the lens, you're gonna scratch it. It's better to scrunch up the cleaning cloth and wipe the lens with it. That way if something solid gets in between, there will be much less pressure, and you'll less likely scratch your lens! Enjoy your travels and looking forward to see more! (Oh, my latest accessory is the A74!)
I'm finally able to upgrade my A6400 to a "legit" camera. If I'm mostly getting it for video, is it still worth spending the extra $1000 to get an a7SIII over the a7 IV?
For FF 4K60p and 4K120P. YES!! But if you don’t care for 4K, then just get the a74
@@JasonVong good point
5:50 tatakae
JV! What camera and lens did you use to shoot the main talking head shot with? Very informative and great video as usual. Be blessed ✝️
A7SIII and 16-35 f2.8 GM!
@@JasonVong Ty!