8 HANDHELD FILMING TIPS

[@drSaraNouh]

1. Don’t try to be a gimbal. 2. Plan your camera movements. 3. Keep your movements short and concise. 4. Use foreground. 5. Avoid shooting all shots from your point of view. (get different angles) 6. Reverse focus (this is genius btw!) 7. Keep your camera still. (add movement in-post) 8. Embrace handheld look. (try and keep ur camera study-add some weight or a camera strap) THANKS DANIEL! This was so beneficial ~from a fellow youtuber

[@datvairo]

THANKS YOU

[@diradosveta]

Make (at max) 2 sec long clips that you can do with a very stable grip, dont walk, use 50 per cent slow mo, warp stabilize (most of the time not more than 5%). Profit

[@danielschiffer]

diradosveta this 🙌

[@SammyBFilms]

Like it!! :-D

[@diradosveta]

@@danielschiffer i wouldnt recommend the zooming in post tho, i think it doesnt look good... it gives this kind of a cheap look. but ofc its a matter of taste... i would add some other movement to the static shots, for example from top to bottom (when you use letterboxes you can do it without losing any quality). just a very slow movement... if you take a handheld static shot with a little shake, slow it down, add some movement from top to bottom and stabilize it just a little bit so it still has a little shake, the added movement will look very natural even tho it was added in post. works best with wide shots. or at least this is my experience. just something to think about 🙌 nice banana btw! besides that i think that a little shake in slowmo adds... idk how to say this. its just more interesting with the shake. everyone uses gimbals today. perfectly stable shots everywhere. i say boring. :D

[@spandanshrestha6071]

I tried kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4OQfItpdsmAhtU

[@sarovecmartin]

Tak to zkusím, díky :D

[@alistmingx]

Why spend 18k a year on college when you have a Daniel schiffer

[@danielschiffer]

😅

[@modernslice2238]

Danial is great, but college gives you credentials, contacts and hands on experience with industry level gear....so ya, there's theory and practice and contacts. you need ALL three if you want to make it in the film industry. Marketing, business, all that stuff apply as well, never short change yourself on education.

[@alistmingx]

Modern Slice honestly I get where you’re coming from but not necessarily... I have a BFA in IAM and I can tell you a lot of schools really don’t help with networking or connections you basically spent 26k for a Apiece of paper.. and I have few friends who landed a lot of work and is self taught...

[@kristicifci5389]

@@modernslice2238 dude fuk film school aint learning for that youtube is my school u can learn everything now days all those moneys that'll be goes for film school ill spend for my gears and film school is just to make contacts to work in job

[@modernslice2238]

@@alistmingx Schools don't help you with connections, but you make connections working on films with people. I still work next to all my colleagues...20 later

[@AlexaLikes]

As a solo creator who only uses handheld filming for vlogging or product close-ups, these tips are so helpful! I'm always looking for techniques that are achievable for me that do not break the bank.

[@Usualeclectic]

You are the best person on KZbin that’s helping with our videos get better. I run into soo many channels of people being plagued by brand plugs and gear review that they forget about the reality. Anyway peace

[@StuartHendricks]

That reverse focus tip is a masterstroke!

[@floziofer95]

what i really like about your tutorials is that you explain your tips showcasing it with the help of a practical examples. Keep up the good work!

[@jessedameron7985]

Man, I love that idea of starting in focus, pull away OOF, and reversing the clip! If you said you went to film school, it would actually be discouraging and make it feel like these techniques are out of reach. I'm much happier to hear you didn't. Results are all that matter and the video productions you make are wildly good.

[@TheNoncommittalChef]

The tip on adding movement in post production to still shots was priceless! Thank you so much!

[@zulastarkova333]

Why this Guy has only 152k followers ? YOU ARE AMAZING, YOUR TIPS, YOUR ADVICES AND LIFEHACKS, YOUR AESTHETIC SKILLS, YOUR VIDEOS, YOUR LIGHT ON THE BACKGROUND, YOUR CHARISMA, EVRYTHING, EVEN YOUR HOODIE AND VOICE !!!!!!!! EVERYTHING IS PERFECT! Omg, Daniel, thanks a lot for sharing your experience ! I hope you will do a contant many many many years !

[@juankaramirez]

Definitely one of my favorite video creators! thanks for all you share with your audience

[@TheRealDealAirsoft]

Bro you offer so much value it’s nuts

[@danparks8894]

Just noticed that you put this out on my sons 3rd birthday, last year. Thanks man!! We don't even know each other and yet you did something like this. If he ever becomes a great handheld cameraman, I'll tell him why!

[@jayson2009]

I tried the strap hack that you suggested in a previous video when i was shooting a coffee shop, and it worked so well! Such a nifty lil trick to use till i can afford a gimbal. Thank you🙏Great content as always bro!

[@MarkHoltze]

Great video Daniel, technique is EVERYTHING. Gosh it's only been in the last 5-7 years that smooth camera options have become actually relatively affordable. For years before that I had to rely pretty heavily on technique to get smooth camera movements handheld. These are some top notch points mate, nicely done.

[@TripleDDDD]

From cranes to pocket size gimbals. Wonder, what we will have in 10 years?

[@MarkHoltze]

@@TripleDDDD it's pretty crazy...I like where it's going. ANY second now, it will be 10 years later so buckle up ;)

[@MarkCuda]

Triple D hopefully we’ll have in camera mechanical stabilization that rivals gimbals 😍

[@jaydeclassified]

The fact that you did exactly what I'm doing is amazing. I'm studying marketing in college and don't get me wrong I love film and it's what I want to do for a living and all but I don't think it's worth going to school for it.

[@discoveringdance]

This is so helpful! Thank you so much for making this Daniel!! 😄

[@talalali4300]

Daniel hi. Just wanted to let you know that you have contributed a lot in improving my skills, thank you so much! Coming from a 3rd world country like Pakistan it's extremely expensive learning anything like this. Keep doing you, you're doing awesome!

[@gratskon]

Not only was this video informative on how to shoot handheld, but its given me inspiration on how to compose a shoot involving hot caffeinated beverages. Solid work bro! ima go binge on your other videos coz you got some killer content and they all look legit

[@RomeoBGomamis]

Everything you do inspire me bro.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻handsdown👏🏻👏🏻

[@YCImaging]

Dope video bro!

[@gauravm.]

Yo Bro, the guy from Wakanda. #NoOffense #JustForFun #Peace ✌️

[@KyRoTV91]

YCImaging 🔥🔥🔥

[@joimonndavis856]

YCI I rock with you bro. I'm a watch the whole video just cause you on here

[@Press4ward_]

@YCImaging 💯💯🔥🔥 You are one of my favs as well king

[@Press4ward_]

Great Video Daniel💯💯💯

[@groundbreakerexplore]

Thank you for sharing this video tutorial. So much knowledge I gained in this video.

[@NOTANOTHERCOOKINGSHOW]

Great tips man. I've been thinking a lot of how to teach some of my camera moves. You're good at articulating that kind of stuff. I've been working on applying more cinematic visuals to my show. I feel like so many niches on KZbin could be improved with some of these basic tips. So thanks for sharing bud!

[@user-nc6ko9ow7d]

Keep up the great content!

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

Saw the thumbnail and clicked... didn't even realize it was Daniel Schiffer until I heard the voice... then I got really excited cause i knew it would be quality.

[@tomovision6418]

Hey Daniel - love these tips & tricks you give out. What do you do in terms of the shot planning? Do you physically make out a shot list when working with clients? Is there any template forms you might use or do you just write it down, note pad style? Im really wanting to be less random when Im working with clients and I think Ive got to get a lot better at planning the shoots/filming and directing the clients more. Any tips, like the one you mentioned in this video, (telling the person in your video what you want them to be doing with their hands and how fast to move), are just nuggets of gold to me. Thanks!

[@GustavoMendozaCanales]

Hey! There's a video in which Daniel explains exactly what you're asking and gives (as always) a ton of useful tips and tricks. Here's the link. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q32WhIqJop5qY6s

[@tomoworks5627]

Mad respect once you talked about having no formal training. Information and techniques transform too fast today for formal training. Very wise and smart

[@VideoUpskill]

The focus reveal reverse has been a super handy tip, just make sure to know what is in the background, eg. if there are people or other things that normally go forward in the background, they would be going in reverse, unless of course it fits the story.

[@rowenaskitchen7402]

Thanks for the tips 😍

[@exciyaa]

You’re one of the few I turned notifications on for. You’re killer bro. Very inspiring and helpful and I’m leaning towards the freelance game too! 🔥🔥🤙🏽

[@kimo7279]

Your content is so helpful and practical. Really enjoy watching your videos and picking up new tips on how to shoot or edit.

[@SammyBFilms]

One of the first things I discovered when I was a kid, was to have a handle of some kind (mine was a small piece of wood) attached to the mounting thread of the camera, then tie both ends of a piece of string to the wood, and have that around your neck, whilst holding the camera with the string tight. I was very surprised at how much smoother my filming was. And I did it for free!! :-)

[@duboisalome]

"Embrace the shaky look", that's just a great way of life ! Thanks a lot!

[@larrykhanmiller9971]

great tips ...... I am in digital communications and multimedia and these tips help a lot ... thanks.

[@thevandalist1828]

Man do I love starting the day with some new Schiffer content!

[@jjonnyboy613]

Quality is always at 100% Daniel you da man

[@taichan6037]

This is super helpful thank you!

[@boompanes8976]

I've learn soo much from you sir.. thank you soo much 👌👌👌... your big fan all the way from Philippines 😊💟

[@goncalosilva8815]

This channel is awesome....i believe your channel is going to grow up so much more than this. Its deserved. Cheers

[@zoeychen803]

So helpful and professional, u are the most familiar photographer I have seen! thxs a lot!

[@sanvibelwal7729]

YOU ARE SO HELPFUL!!!!!!!!

[@pickmyfoodchallenge3552]

Reverse Focus Reveal = Genius. Great vid as usual.

[@drew7824]

Keep it going man!! Ur tips are easy to process and super helpful which is all you need from this type of video learning LOTS from you man!thanks again!!

[@Mikeshyne100]

Brilliant!! Thank you for sharing.

[@ianardel]

You know you’re watching Daniel when u see da BANANA 🍌

[@alexis2340]

Daniel you are the best I'm starting on edit videos and you help me a lot thank u

[@SharpeTech]

I learn so much from you! Thanks a bunch!

[@julienmilan]

Always good to see a video here !!! Peace !!!

[@DespacitoFilms]

I always try not to abuse of my gimbal,yet sometimes it is simple laziness,I must confess...nice vid!

[@wmsproductions]

Great info! I think the most helpful ones to me are 1) Filming in reverse then editing in post 2) Getting stationary shot then add movement in post.

[@TheFeelButton]

Good stuff Daniel!

[@AminaZalewska]

Thank you. Will be using these tips for my vlogs' b roll

[@RhysObasi]

Great tips as always. Thanks Daniel!

[@svennunez]

Awesome tips bro !

[@lpdantas1]

I liked the zoom/focus tip on reverse, good stuff

[@alloneword154]

I like how you went out of focus by accident in the beginning of the video. It made me feel better about my self

[@SolomonDavidGomez]

These are some really great tips man. Thanks for the advice

[@hyongminlee8881]

Great video as always😄

[@giolee1274]

Another awesome tutorial. Great job 👍

[@notjacklusco]

I’ve been shooting handheld a lot lately and it’s hard to get used to. But it’s nice to be able to do because you don’t need all that extra gear! though i’d rather have a ronin s haha! thanks for sharing and for the tips!

[@mikepalmowski]

Great one Daniel! Your tips always helps, so please keep going! :)

[@79Media]

Fire as always!

[@AnticioDukeDesigner]

Super solid tips. Will definitely try some. Thanks!

[@whatdarylldid]

Your channel is getting bigger Daniel 🔥

[@trimotionmedia5487]

Great video as always my man! You're amazing at doing these how to videos. You make them very enjoyable and entertaining. I would love to know more about your client work. It seems like the only company you do videos for is the sushi place and the hockey place haha. I'm sure you do more.

[@yzthepro9538]

The tips were extremely useful and helped my videos a lot. Thank you!!!

[@jonathan87689]

That's it. No more excuses...I'm going to start making videos. Thank you for the inspiration, Daniel.

[@Leprutz]

I,m sad ... I don,t see any videos on your channel. Would really like to see what you come up with.

[@jonathan87689]

Stephane Gregory Dan Actually, I’m working on learning how to make videos for my self right now. Perhaps in the future I will start posting. :) Follow me on Instagram, i’m posting my drone photography there. Drone videos coming in the future. @pixel.dronist

[@vinade2100]

Hmm, damn still nothing bro:(

[@alexmedia8094]

This video is FIRE. Thanks again bro 🔥🔥🔥

[@MostafaElAssar]

That's a useful tips Daniel, Thanks!

[@ANAKCreates]

Very helpful!! thank you!!

[@winnielle]

Thanks Daniel 🤙🏻

[@chriswakefield8909]

I've just started trying to get a lot more foreground into my shots. I've been working on a video for a restaurant recently and used a lot of things on the tables like candles and plants on a table in front of the table my subjects were sat at which was nice. Learned a lot from subscribing to you, thanks a lot man.

[@100percentlex]

Dig the video. I've been doing some more handheld work lately so this definitely helps.

[@yashgupta.]

Great video, shooting handheld really gives the video a more natural look, also been using the reverse focus trick alot.👌🏻👌🏻

[@FirstNameLily]

I find your videos sooooo helpful! Thank you

[@ShinilPayamal]

Thanks for sharing these awesome tips.

[@willsimpsonphoto]

Great video and tips but can we talk about that coffee the guy made in the beginning! That was incredible! 😳

[@siege482]

Great tips, man!

[@ericstahl]

Bro if you filmed your own online courses, I would be sign up for the membership. I relate a lot with you style, and creative content. As much content as you do put out for us to learn from, even more in depth content would not be a bad idea. Say what's up from Mesa, Arizona. Keep it up

[@universalindierec]

Another great video.

[@jacobchristianglover3655]

Always Good Content! Be well, stay encouraged, and Happy Holidays to you and yours Daniel!

[@issacprado1557]

Dude, thank you for the connect to Skillshare! I never heard of this website but have seen many others. Surprised to even know that there was still a spot for some free education for 2 months!

[@MrDollard]

Good work very helpful

[@MikeLunc]

Good tips! Nice to see that handheld is still viable!

[@emtouree9404]

Great value, as always 😊

[@dimasaryanto2796]

thanks daniel, you are my guru

[@rejan]

You just got yourself a new subscriber because of great and informative content. Thanks!

[@thomasvanmalderen4465]

bro your beats are insane

[@BeTheEnergySteve]

Love it bro!! I use that reverse trick all the time since that other video you mentioned it in

[@belalelgendy3712]

Thanks a lot for this great tips Daniel.

[@DylanHaskin]

Well done on the 150k man

[@alexedwards1612]

Absolute quality content!

[@NielsdeKemp]

Awesome tips Daniel! I will definitely apply them to my photography KZbin channel! 🤙🏼📷

[@aabnormaldesign4547]

BRO - I LOVE YOU LIGHT SET UP!! #amazed

[@sizex1966]

Thanks 4 the tips Daniel Schiffer ✌🏾

[@RunNGunPhoto]

Reverse pull-away at 4K60P is smoother than a hot knife through butter! My go-to move.

[@dayedreammedia1201]

What camera shoots 4k 60fps? surely you're not using a sony alpha camera.

[@loganhunt8029]

chris daye GH5

[@AronBagel]

Holy crap you hit 150K already? Omg

[@WillHaack]

I clicked on a random video and here you are

[@jgvbadv]

well this comment didn’t age well hahah

[@JimmyKristanto]

and now it's 660k

[@13xBran]

704k now lol

[@revanthpatil56]

767k

[@MichalOlender]

Nice, thanks for sharing some knowledge man.

[@DylanHaskin]

I literally posted a hand held video filming coffee yesterday! Nice video man! super helpful tips

[@ampman.travels]

#6 is banger!!

[@JoshThrives]

Such clutch tips 👌 Great video dude!