15 Hacks for using Reflectors in Video

Check out these 15 hacks for using reflectors in video that you may not know. If you don't know how to use a 5-in-1 reflector already, I'd be surprised, but some of the reflector uses we look at in this tutorial are seldom talked about. Learn how to use a reflector for video and photography quickly in this tutorial. There are so many cheap affordable reflectors out there, so they're definitely worth adding to your kit!
#reflector #bounce #lighting
Affordable Reflectors I use:
Basic Reflector geni.us/Reflector
Massive Reflector geni.us/LargeReflector
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===Gear used in my videos===
==Cameras==
Sony a7s geni.us/SonyA7s
Sony a6500 geni.us/kn4D
DJI Phantom 3 Pro geni.us/Phantom3Pro
==Lenses==
Rokinon 14mm geni.us/Rokinon14
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Tamron 24-70mm geni.us/TamronZoom
Tamron 70-200mm geni.us/Tamron200
Sigma 16mm geni.us/Sigma16
==Canon Lens to Sony Body Adapters==
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Auto-Focus Adapter geni.us/GreatAdapter
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==Monitors==
SmallHD Focus Monitor geni.us/Focus
SmallHD Focus Monitor Hood geni.us/SunHood
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==Mics==
Rode Videomic Pro geni.us/RodeShotgun
Rodelink Wireless Lavs geni.us/WirelessLav
Rode NT1A geni.us/CondenserMic
==Lights==
Portable LED geni.us/PortableLED
LED Light Panels geni.us/PaUpW1
ETC Source 4 geni.us/SourceFour
Popup Diffuser geni.us/Diffuser
C-Stand geni.us/Cstand
==Stabilization==
Zhiyun Crane V2 geni.us/CraneV2
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[@jwlmprl]

Your voice is so soothing to hear; makes photography lessons better.

[@ashesofourpast]

Truly an excellent video and succinct delivery.

[@chadwin]

Thanks 🙏🏻

[@circleofattention6021]

At first, I thought it was another useless video. But, man, you did a really good job at summarizing the most useful ways to use reflectors. Well done man!

[@aldoamine]

ikr !

[@daranaseri]

Appreciate this kind of videos so much! Short and crispy!! Thanks.

[@chadwin]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mauriciolee7349]

Thank you for your informative video. It's the MOST COMPLETE list of Ways To Use Reflectors that I've ever seen.

[@darrinlalla9008]

Awesome list. I make great use of my reflectors but this gave me some more ideas. Thank you.

[@chadwin]

awesome! there really are so many uses for reflectors! hope it inspired a few more for you

[@LiamThompsonOfficial]

This is such an awesome video! Thank you so much for the tips!!!

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[@agafilmscine4354]

Thank you for sharing all your knowledges with us!

[@chadwin]

of course! thanks for watching!

[@agafilmscine4354]

@@chadwin it was a pleasure!

[@NorahsYarnArt]

Thanks for the tips; and yeah that window shot was superb.

[@chadwin]

Noora thanks for watching! The window shot is def my favorite.

[@BboyGraphicx]

Very informative and well presented, thanks Chad

[@chadwin]

Thanks man, I appreciate it!

[@lifestyleillustrated]

Thanks so much for this video!! it was super helpful!!

[@maile4966]

Love this video! Thank you!

[@chadwin]

Mai Le thanks for watching!!

[@lindawairegi]

These are really cool & easy tips. Thanks

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[@JuzzJazzy]

This was great! Thanks for sharing

[@chadwin]

Juzz Jazzy hey thanks for watching!!

[@syedarmaghanhassan4652]

wow. so comprehensive video. Full of creative ideas. Thanks for sharing Chadwin!

[@chadwin]

Glad you liked it!

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[@chadwin]

Mikey Ramirez 😂😂 thanks man, much appreciated

[@tyronevanniekerk8527]

Chadwin, totally cool and informative video. Thanks a million, looking forward to your next one.

[@chadwin]

Awesome, thank you!

[@markpnw10]

Wow this is great! Thanks

[@upw199]

Great explanation..... Thank you very much.

[@shahfaisal3224]

Thank you . For nice tips .💞

[@chadwin]

No problem! Thanks for watching!

[@jacobson1997]

Good job man! I really like to watch your videos. Very helpful :)

[@chadwin]

Thank you very much! I hope it is helpful!

[@AprilHtayWin10]

Thank you so much, Chadwin.

[@demondeer1904]

amazing tips, thanks bro !

[@joshuaheart8908]

great video ! very informative keep them going please and thank you Chad!!!!

[@chadwin]

Hey thanks for watching man! I hope it helps. Many more videos to come in 2019!

[@Kevlexicon]

tremendous. never woulda thought to do half this shidd. excited to try it out!

[@chadwin]

Kevlexicon haha thanks! I know some of the techniques are random but they work

[@ElectricLabel]

This is great. I barely use the reflectors, so this has given me something to think about.

[@chadwin]

Awesome! I hope it inspires some creative ideas for you. I really do use my reflectors for all different things.

[@barisdemiray]

Such a cool video. Thanks Chadwin!

[@chadwin]

Glad you liked it!

[@usualsuspect9511]

Loved this! very helpful

[@chadwin]

Glad it was helpful!

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Amazing video, thanks

[@kristyboyanoff]

Awesome video! Really useful!

[@chadwin]

thanks so much!

[@alohadeslynn]

Truly helpful tips. I haven 't used my reflectors yet. Now I know what to do with it.

[@chadwin]

Awesome, glad I could help. Time to dust off the old reflector and make some new creative work!

[@alohadeslynn]

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Thanks a lot!

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[@chadwin]

haha thanks! Welcome to the channel.

[@AnimationsBySam]

Excellent. I don't think I've ever heard it explained or illustrated this way. Good job mate !!!

[@chadwin]

Thank you! Yeah, there are a lot of great uses for reflectors that not everyone knows about.

[@S9universe]

mannnn that was amazing

[@chadwin]

haha thanks for watching!!

[@biancaduque4752]

Laughed when you used to launch your drone hahahahaha. Smart though !

[@chadwin]

Startsomewhr 😆 yeah it looks funny, but useful in tall grass actually!

[@EUNIKAY]

Hi thank you for the helpful video! Quick question, do you have any tips on diffusing harsh window lighting making videos too overexposed?

[@chadwin]

No problem! Yeah, it kind of depends, is the window going to show up in the shot, or is just providing light in the room? You can get very large reflectors that you could put in front of the window if it's no in the shot. geni.us/LargeReflector Or if the window will be in the shot, try to use light grey sheers (if it's your own place you can hang them permanently instead of curtains). That way you still get natural sunlight but the intensity is cut down.

[@liouhdz]

Great video!

[@chadwin]

Leonardo Hernandez thank you!!

[@PrabhjotSinghTech]

0:56 That shot alone tells a story #cinematography. Overall, great video man!! 👌

[@chadwin]

Prabhjot Singh Thank you!! It’s one of my favorite shots I’ve lit.

[@Billkwando]

@@chadwin Looks like when Mulder's sister was (or wasn't?) abducted by aliens. :)

[@KoolCreation]

Didn't think about the drone landing pad good idea!

[@chadwin]

Kool.Creation right? It’s perfect for spots with tall grass or uneven surfaces when landing the drone.

[@BillDubeVariety]

Great video thanks... Sharing it as it is GREAT.... Thanks.... Nice and to the point... I like that.

[@chadwin]

thanks man! appreciate the support

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Great video

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You just changed my life hack number 10.

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wow~ Thank you so much!

[@chadwin]

pjh807 no problem! Thanks for tuning in. 👍🏻

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Nice job work

[@chadwin]

thanks!

[@AllTerrainFamily]

Good tips!

[@chadwin]

All-Terrain Family thank you, I hope they help!

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[@chadwin]

thanks! Welcome to the channel 🤘

[@niasanaa1]

I absolutely LOVE the fan one. It adds personality and it’s efficient!! What’s your favorite one ?

[@amabaichi]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@chadwin]

No problem! Hope it helped!!

[@amabaichi]

@@chadwin yeah

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Thank you So much... You shared a great secret..

[@chadwin]

you're welcome! hope it was helpful for you!

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*good job bro*

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Nice!

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New to this creative life, so just seeing this video for the first time. Thank you for this I feel like I learned something and thought your presentation style was very polished. Udemy in your plans? Subscribed, thanks fam.

[@chadwin]

Marques Brown hey thanks so much, I appreciate it! Welcome to the creative life, it’s a great place to explore and learn.

[@narmanatakan]

you got a new subscriber thanks to the candle trick

[@chadwin]

Thanks for subbing!

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[@AmieDibba]

Great tips! What kind of background would you suggest I buy for something like a product shoot? Something similar to the one you had behind the headphones.

[@chadwin]

Amie Dibba thanks! Yeah. I would buy some Savage Seamless paper from Amazon. Just get the size and color you need. Otherwise, you can use a simple piece of black or white foam core like I did in this video if your product is small enough, you can get that at Walmart or just about any store

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[@armn10]

Nice one 👌

[@chadwin]

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[@syahmirga]

cool vid!

[@HamiltonWard]

what kind of stand are you using to hold your reflector? looks pretty compact and seems to do the job well.

[@chadwin]

It's just a basic C-stand, works great for reflectors, lights and all kinds of other things! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWnLqGSNnsyjhdU

[@PradeepKumar-tq4ev]

Hey pls say. At 2:46 using another white reflector, can we reflect the diffused light on to persons face

[@Alejandra_Filmz]

Thx for the tip :)

[@chadwin]

my film projects (ALEJANDRA)🌟 no problem, thanks for watching!!

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வீடியோ மிகவும் பயனுள்ளதாக இருந்தது மிக்க நன்றி 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 இரா.மனோகர் சென்னை . Very useful this video sir big thank you 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 R.MANOHAR Chennai.

[@chadwin]

manohar mgr hey thanks for watching!

[@markrobinson8254]

after 1:24 her eyes explode with beautiful blue color... really shows the power of shaping light ( great smile too!)

[@AdventureSingh]

you gotta make a video on color grading sony a7sii footage. I've been shooting with it for 2 years now, I cant get my colors right and I'm so frustrated! :'(

[@abdulghanyjuma9650]

thank u

[@chadwin]

Abdulghany Juma thanks for watching!

[@0_iAlmighty_0]

E M E R G E N C Y Q U E S T I O N!! I'm shooting an indoor scene at night, in a few days. There's no moonlight on that night, but I'd like to have some. If I used an Ari light with blue gel, and blast it through a diffuser for a window shot, will it retain the blue hue?

[@chadwin]

sorry for incredibly late response. but yes, itd still have the blue tint

[@426Studios]

May I know whats the name of the clips you used to hold the reflector to your c-stand?

[@chadwin]

4:26 Studios they’re just basic 4” clamps from Home Depot. You can also clamp the reflector right to the c-stand with another head.

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Supper bro 👌👌👌👌

[@mrnothing249]

Last one was so cool Cute talent And u too

[@chadwin]

mr nothing 😆 😂 thanks

[@DanielTuriman]

Thank you chad, actually im looking how to use reflector on daylight.

[@Billkwando]

Epic Chadwin.

[@chadwin]

Billkwando thanks!!

[@Billkwando]

@@chadwin Thought that might give you a chuckle. :D

[@Billkwando]

@@chadwin If you look at my last 3 videos, you can see where I'm learning and experimenting based on your advice. Still a work in progress. Thanks for the knowledge! :)

[@threethroneproductions5498]

Nice video.

[@chadwin]

Three throne Productions thanks for watching! Hopefully you got some new uses for your reflector.

[@threethroneproductions5498]

Chadwin Smith sure I will thanks

What's the best iso to use to get the graininess out your shots when shooting in daylight? Working with the Sony a6400 and the 18-135mm F3.5-5.6

[@chadwin]

kNERO Lapaé I try to keep my ISO as low as possible at all times to reduce grain. So ISO 100 or 200 depending on what PP you’re using. There’s no magic number really, just open up your aperture and try to expose the shadows as best as you can.

@@chadwin What if it's too dark?

[@chadwin]

@ if it's too dark during the broad daylight, I'd be concerned...Maybe it very overcast day? Open up as much as you can with your aperture and use ISO if your need to, I just wouldn't go over 1600-3200 ISO. Maybe getter a lens with a faster aperture like f1.8 or 2.8. F5.6 isn't letting in enough light all the time.

@@chadwin Gotcha! I'm currently shooting with 18-135mm f.3

[@dsha2006]

Can you recommend some stands to hold reflectors?

[@chadwin]

David Shaheen 100% I always recommend c-stands and they’re super versatile! geni.us/Cstand

[@dsha2006]

@@chadwin wow, that's super expensive for a stand. thanx

[@chadwin]

@@dsha2006 Yeah, they're pricey but you can use them for years and for all different purposes. I made a whole video about them. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWnLqGSNnsyjhdU There are also cheaper ones on amazon like this one www.amazon.com/UTEBIT-Extendable-Reflector-Lighting-Photography/dp/B07JVB6MZZ

[@DoktorKrok]

I'm considering buying the 150x200 reflector for my outdoor shoots. Do you think it will worth due to its size?

[@chadwin]

Doktor Krok it will def work for outdoor shoots. But it’s massive so it can become a sail in the wind. Def need a dedicated person to hold it or a sturdy stand.

[@-K3C-]

What kind of Reflector do I need on a strong sunlight?thank you

[@chadwin]

K3C well, you can really use any brand of reflector. I’d recommend using the white side and bouncing back onto your subject if the sun is behind them. If the sun is overhead or in front of the subject, use the diffusion to make the light soft on your subject.

[@-K3C-]

@@chadwin So, the diffusion and white, no silver and gold!?

[@TayannaStudios]

@@-K3C- That can depend on the look you're going for.

[@onursariyildiz8740]

damn yıu kiling it mann

[@kirkkirkkirk_audiovisualre2492]

How many reflector do I need?

[@tacticaldesigns8794]

First video I've seen of yours, are you in Arizona?

[@chadwin]

Yep, arizona based! 🌵

[@tacticaldesigns8794]

@@chadwin Same. Looking at the scenery, I felt right at home.

[@dominik_wieck]

Damn. His voice is so soft.

[@chadwin]

In Frames 😂 I guess it kinda is!

[@steveaustinhurst]

He probably used the reflector on it 😂😂😂

[@johnrathee]

Blow the wind XD #Genuis

[@chadwin]

John Rathee haha yep! Hit ‘em with the wind.

[@abigailb3438]

That Arizona dirt gets everywhere sometimes 😩

[@chadwin]

hahaha yes it does!

[@Mk5mango]

I know that feeling

[@Davidchromatic]

This was fuckin dope.

[@chadwin]

kingprotools1 thanks man! Really appreciate it

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she's beautiful!

[@youknowme7796]

The ring is split in half....how do i fix it???? Please help

[@chadwin]

You know me yikes! If the metal ring inside snapped, it probably can’t be fixed. You’ll likely need to replace it. Luckily they’re pretty affordable.

[@youknowme7796]

@@chadwinwhat if I use some sort of metal glue?

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She's really pretty

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Funny :)

[@killustrator]

Wait! You mean if I cover a window it stops light from getting in?! 🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯

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Bro give me a camera please bro a love from india 😊😊

[@chadwin]

haha! sorry, i hope to do some giveways in the future once the channel really grows

[@mrnothing249]

#2 is not a reflector. It is a diffuser

[@chadwin]

mr nothing true!!

[@RepublicAllegiance]

Shes fine

[@GTSO0]

Asmr next time plz This video was held full

[@chadwin]

Visuals. Gyatso 😂😂 some reason everyone keeps on thinking I have a voice for ASMR. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@GTSO0]

Chadwin Smith I think it’s because you do!

[@shadmanalrashid9067]

Disliked for too many ads

[@chadwin]

sorry! you can thank youtube for all the ads. i hate them too. but it's part of being monetized.

[@Ocarina654]

Most of these aren't "hacks," they're literally the most basic things that reflectors are meant to do... Use the diffuser to diffuse! Use the reflector to reflect! Wow, groundbreaking.

[@Techknowverse]

Hacks don't apply to using reflectors, Chad.. Hack is a writer that does shabby work. In this case, you are applying this to doing shabby work for yourself. Hack is to chop, or cut. Hacking also applies to unauthorized access to a computer through a way of force. You idiots on the web, always use Hack incorrectly.