Canon SL2/200D: Worth it for Video?

[@DillonProductions]

What are you currently shooting on?

[@attilabagiproductions]

The sl2 haha, just got the sigma 30mm 1.4 for it

[@DillonProductions]

@@attilabagiproductions Haha, nice! Solid lens choice as well.

[@colsonayars1895]

Got the sl2 as my main camera currently as well. It does the job, but it does in fact challenge me to rely on skill rather than camera features. A quality I have come to respect about it.

[@colsonayars1895]

And fantastic video by the way!

[@DillonProductions]

I completely agree Colson!

[@DillonProductions]

Thank you for watching! :)

[@matthewlaughlin7082]

Smooth video that gets to the point. Amazing. You're in the right direction.

[@DillonProductions]

Thank you, Matthew!

[@DreamingAboutDreams]

Cracking video mate. Subscribed after 10 seconds, definitely deserve more of a following!

[@DillonProductions]

Thank you for watching and subscribing. :)

[@po6160]

Can you make a video about how we can get that "bright" commercial look from this camera?

[@DillonProductions]

That's a great idea!

[@MN-qq6ri]

I’d like to second this. I’ve been dying to know how to get that look.

[@TheMstriker]

really needed this video thanks

[@DillonProductions]

Awesome! Thanks for watching.

[@aidenvd]

I have used a Canon 700D for the last 5 years and enjoyed it. The only thing that I found it really lacked was sharpness, no good bitrate options for colour grading and poor frame rate options. I use it as my B can now and am still constantly surprised how good the colour science is on the camera considering how cheap it is now. I upgraded to the Fujifilm X-T3 early 2020 and have been in love with that camera. Log profile, 400mbps, 4K, Fuji colour science. A really good update that is incredibly affordable for all the specs you can get out of it.

[@DillonProductions]

Yeah, I see what you're saying regarding the entry-level Canon DSLR's. Congrats on the upgrade Aiden! I'm sure It'll serve you well.

[@FloridaBoyGrizz]

Nice man I think you just pushed me to get this

[@DillonProductions]

:)

[@TeeTeesUrbanPantry]

Thank you for sharing.

[@DillonProductions]

No problem! Thank you for watching.

[@justylerb7681]

Great channel man! Would you say this is a good starter camera for photography and video use? If u have any other recommendations please let me know!!

[@DillonProductions]

Thank you! Without a doubt perfect for beginners in either field.

[@TechnoPel]

Was the aroll shot with 18-55 kit lens?

[@DillonProductions]

Yes it was!

[@TechnoPel]

@@DillonProductions woww. I have this same setup but I am never able to get this quality. First of all thanks a ton for all the amazing content you've churned out. Extremely inspiring 🙌. If it's not a huge trouble, could you please help me with a few tips to get this kind of quality?

[@DillonProductions]

@@TechnoPel Thank you for your kind words! Yeah, I think I can make a video on that!

[@DillonProductions]

@@TechnoPel Here are a couple quick tips: 1. Diffuse your lighting. You can find creative ways to make your light softer using a shower curtain, a large soft-box and even a light dome. That made a biggest difference in the A-roll. 2. Pay Attention to your background. You have a higher likelihood of getting a blurry background if you are farther way from the the walls. If the location isn't the best looking dry to dress is up. For me, I use blue packing blankets to cover up the ugly tan walls of my room. And to top it off I shine a Blue light on the background to add further interest. Hope this helps!

[@TechnoPel]

@@DillonProductions thanks a ton for the tips🙌🙌

[@joelnyatse3852]

Thats my exact current set up !

[@DillonProductions]

I love that!

[@RDnJBs]

Cheers for the vid ✌🏻 What external mic are you using/shown in vid with the 200d?

[@DillonProductions]

Thank you! The microphone used here was the Takstar SGC-598 👍🏾

[@theswizzyyy]

What’s your firmware ?

[@DillonProductions]

It's the latest version. 1.0.3 👍🏾

[@theswizzyyy]

And I’m looking to buy a used one what should I check to make sure everything’s good

[@attilabagiproductions]

Next week?

[@DillonProductions]

Yes, next week. :)

[@leogatineau2258]

Nice Video man! By the way what are your tips for sharpening the video after the fact and how close do you keep your light to you when filming ? My SL2 footage doesn't look very sharp (eg on my channel) even after colour grading etc..

[@DillonProductions]

Hey Leo! Thank you for your kind words! 1. I keep my lights as close to me as possible without getting them into the shot. 2. One trick I use is exporting the video as a 4K file (even if it wasn't shot in 4K), then uploading it to youtube! For some reason the HD footage look a little bit sharper on KZbin when uploaded in 4K rather than 1080p. Hope this helps!

[@leogatineau2258]

@@DillonProductions Ahh thank you for the tips i will try those out next time :)

[@PupShepardRubberized]

wags wags Nice! I use the SL2 for my videos and other channels too :)

[@DillonProductions]

That's awesome! Thank you for stopping by.

[@po6160]

Have it since 2017 with the kit lens lol edit: 2018

[@DillonProductions]

Everyone has a start right?

[@po6160]

@@DillonProductions yeah