Canon T3i Settings For A Cinematic Look

[@gibsonedu]

Howdy folks! Since this video, I've started a second channel called 'Thom Teaches KZbin' where all of my filmmaking / editing/ YouTubing tutorials are going, while the 'Thom Gibson' channel is education / classroom content. Check out 'Thom Teaches KZbin' if you're interested :) kzbin.info/door/ci0WHPxmwC6WJj2tAAwxZA

[@bucket1305]

Thank you

[@ShawnWeekly]

Found this channel, because I'm dusting off my old t3i my kids bought for me on Father's day back in 2012. Gonna start dive back into KZbin creation. I fell off, (1st channel taught bass guitar in 2006). Gonna subscribe to the other channel as well. Enjoying your content. Thanks.

[@gibsonedu]

Welcome aboard Shawn!

[@johnm.gerard1718]

I have this mic the RODE video Mic Pro. I also have the Stereo version. I am trying to use either of these mics for both podcasts and on camera with my Google Pixel 4XL. And insta360 One R. On my Pixel 4XL I am using the app Filmic Pro. I get sound out. My Pixel phone and app both detect the mic. It is just that the audio amplification is just low. Even setting the switch to +20dB. The on board mics pick up much better louder even though there is going to be much more room noise. The Rode mic sounds good on my Canon 70D camera. And the levels are good. Maybe it is the DAC in the Pixel phone and insta360 just does not work well with this particular mic. What are your thoughts. My RODE NGT2 Mic sounds great connected to a SURE MVI into my Pixel 4XL. Nice levels and everything. The RODE mics connected to the SURE MVI still sound low volume even if I put the mic right up to my mouth. Any Thought would be appreciated. Thank You.

[@gibsonedu]

@@johnm.gerard1718 I've never owned any other phones besides iPhones and have never used Filmic Pro so can't really speak to it but perhaps the Pixel has it's own built in amplifier that you can't control. Maybe you can google 'app to control audio setting Pixel' and see what comes up?

[@jasonstreet_art]

Here I am in 2024 with my Rebel t3i I bought in 2011. Finally learning about my camera. Thank you!

[@gibsonedu]

Ha, glad you're finally picking it up Jason!

[@VIZIANAGARAM_KURRODU]

yes same here 😂

[@nightowl7261]

Same here. Lmao

[@Doktormustache]

I have the utmost respect for youtubers who are informative and straight to the point of the video, and don't waste time begging for likes and all those annoying CTAs. Quality content on the top of it - that's how it's done. Thank you!

[@gibsonedu]

Thanks Fabio. I'm pretty sure I do a lot more CTA in my more recent videos. Haha.

[@zoecalsyn]

I've had this camera for 7 years and you just gave me all the answers i've been looking for in 5 minutes jfc thank you sir

[@gibsonedu]

Hey glad it could help! I'm still using it as well :) Finally going to step up to another camera in a month or so to get a camera that can autofocus while I'm filming.

[@shaylahamady]

why is this me too

[@DillPhobia]

@@gibsonedu Canon 90D is

[@f32_dk]

Bro me too… I had it for 7 years just found out evrything I need in this guy video after 7 years 😭😭

[@illwill718]

I have literally watched about 20 videos covering this topic and still was a bit confused. Some how you explained it in under 5 mins and i understand it completely...lol Good job!

[@nadim3539]

This is the greatest most efficient and time saving video on filming with those cameras I ever saw

[@jamsaanich4993]

If only every tutorial could move this quickly and clearly explain the steps along the way without all the distractive, unrelated, irrelevant filler. great work.

[@gibsonedu]

Glad you found it helpful Jam :)

[@xhibitplus]

This is the best explanation I have ever watched on setting my dslr

[@gibsonedu]

Glad it was helpful! Now go make some awesome videos!

[@jhonhurtado4099]

All these other film youtubers never go in detail with this topic but you hit it right on the nail head!

[@gibsonedu]

Hey I’m glad you found it helpful Jhon! Happy filming :)

[@DavidPineda_]

I've been a film student for about 6 months at this point and I always had to use extensive color grading since my shots always came out blue. Thank you so much for making me realize that I've had it on Tugsten Light the entire time and didn't know

[@gibsonedu]

There’s a lot to learn. Happy filming Towmato!

[@allthingslashawnda9685]

Man you are a life saver. I accidently put my iso at 3600 and all of my videos were super ugly and noisy. But you helped me figure out how to change it. I completely forgot about the iso button at the top! lol

[@gibsonedu]

There's so much to learn when it come to cameras! Glad to help :)

[@whassas]

Good tip on the 40%

[@gibsonedu]

Glad to hear it!

[@jimfarris1160]

Thanks! I realize this is an old video, but I just got an old T2i and once I changed the picture settings to the ones you suggested, it made an instant improvement to the quality with the same lens. Night and day difference! Thanks again!

[@gibsonedu]

Hey glad to hear it Jim!

[@kaylanovella4731]

Dude this video is soo helpful! I got a T3i and was so lost on why my videos looked so grainy. I learned a lot just from this single video! 😊

[@gibsonedu]

KaylaNovella Fantastic! Happy filming :)

[@xanndrz]

You deserve so much more recognition. Great videos!

[@gibsonedu]

Thanks Vaxula :) I appreciate that!

[@figjuice9908]

thanks so much! picked up a used t3i for $178 and will be testing out these settings when i get it :)

[@gibsonedu]

It's a solid camera! The channel 'DSLR Guide' is a dude who does somewhat higher end work with his T3i.

[@FilmLife615]

Best tutorial ive found simple to straight to the point!

[@mrgfsy]

Why would anyone Dislike this Video..? Great Job Thom!

[@gibsonedu]

Haha. It reminds me of that line from Seinfeld where his mom is like 'How could anyone not like you?!' Thanks for the support!

[@oussamabenzita7339]

One of the very few subscribe clicks that i'm happy about

[@gibsonedu]

Welcome aboard Oussama! :)

[@TheM0desta]

This video was very helpful! Thanks for breaking it down in a simple but thorough way. 👌

[@flochfitness]

Damn solid video. Answered all of my questions with the camera I have. Keep up the good work.

[@gibsonedu]

Thanks Sean :) Glad it was helpful! Since this video, I've started a second channel called 'Thom Teaches KZbin' where all of my filmmaking / editing / YouTubing tutorials are going, while this 'Thom Gibson' channel will remain education / classroom content. Check out 'Thom Teaches KZbin' if you're interested :) kzbin.info/door/ci0WHPxmwC6WJj2tAAwxZA

[@flochfitness4271]

@@gibsonedu subscribed!!! I am a fitness and wellness coach who makes his own videos so this information is hugely valuable to me!

[@selinam6822]

I don’t usually comment, but this was cute, short and very insightful all in one! 👏🏾

[@gibsonedu]

Cute was what I was going for.

[@AsMathewLewis]

Really helpful and straight to the point! Fantastic, thank you!

[@gibsonedu]

Sure thing!

[@essamgouda1609]

Wow ! Brilliant explanation for beginners!! Thank you

[@gibsonedu]

Glad to hear it Essam! Happy filming 😃

[@MixmanD28]

That was a totally fabulous run-through of basic settings! Thank you!!

[@gibsonedu]

Hey glad it was helpful!

[@RackFocusProductions1226]

this review is awesome. very well explained.

[@gibsonedu]

Glad to hear it Johnny :)

[@organicoatmeal]

This is super helpful Thom. Thanks, you've helped me start to understand better how to use my T3i.

[@gibsonedu]

Super glad to hear it! I still use it alongside my M50!

[@SpencerAmansick]

great vid man. I was knocking my T3i, but after restoring it to its glory. I want to make some great material with it! Thx for the slow mo trick too! Great stuff!

[@gibsonedu]

Awesome Spencer! Glad it was of help :) Happy filming!

[@omargenus3253]

This video is super helpful! Great job breaking it down.

[@gibsonedu]

Hey Omar, glad it was helpful! Happy filming sir :)

[@BreakyourboundariesTv]

Hell yeah man. Great video here. I knew modt of this stuff, but I just started messing around with the picture profiles...gonna try this one out!

[@gibsonedu]

Yeah I've used it for a good while. I've gone for a little more neutral profile as I'm now trying to get better at post-production color correction. I know the tool to use is Da Vinci color correction being that's it's like an industry standard and it's free, but I hear it's got a steep learning curve. Will just give it a shot on one of my next few vids :)

[@frinksbeast733]

Bro awesome work, so clear, and so well explained. Thank you 🙏

[@gibsonedu]

Glad it was helpful Frinks :) Since this video, I've started a second channel called 'Thom Teaches KZbin' where all of my filmmaking / editing/ YouTubing tutorials are going, while this 'Thom Gibson' channel will be education / classroom content. Check out 'Thom Teaches KZbin' if you're interested :) kzbin.info/door/ci0WHPxmwC6WJj2tAAwxZA

[@deltalima5806]

Excellent job! Great video and SO helpful! Life saver Thom!

[@gibsonedu]

Thanks Delta Lima! Happy filming 😃

[@Kornysrt4]

Nice vid, straight to the point

[@gibsonedu]

Hey glad it was helpful Ivan :) I've started a second channel called 'Thom Teaches KZbin' where all of my filmmaking / editing/ YouTubing tutorials are going, while the 'Thom Gibson' channel will focus on education / classroom content. Check out 'Thom Teaches KZbin' if you're interested :) kzbin.info/door/ci0WHPxmwC6WJj2tAAwxZA

[@jhonhurtado4099]

This video was super helpful man! I appreciate it! Keep it up brother

[@gibsonedu]

Great to hear it Jhon! This reply is so insanely later!

[@rondotexe]

You did a great job explaining this. Thanks!

[@gibsonedu]

Hey glad you found it helpful Ron :)

[@MAGICSIX]

Love your channel, Thom! I am actually getting into teaching myself and was hoping to do a lot of what you have been doing. Keep up the great work!

[@gibsonedu]

Thanks Michael :) What are you going to be teaching? Will you be teaching in NY?

[@MAGICSIX]

Yep, my focus will be Special Ed - Social Studies. I'm going through the Teaching Fellows as it is an unplanned transition.

[@gibsonedu]

Excellent :) Good luck and let me know when you land your first teaching gig!

[@MAGICSIX]

Thanks! We will definitely have to do some kind of collaboration.

[@alternativelaughs]

you sir are a scholar and a saint i been looking to up my quality and this will help alot thanks!

[@gibsonedu]

Excellent! Happy filming :)

[@ravenmedia11]

really great very informative, i just got myself a T3i and your tutorials are very helpful

[@gibsonedu]

Hey glad they could be of help :) Happy filming [and travelleing)!

[@ravenmedia11]

Thanks! my 1st trip is the Philippines aka home back in January. I only had the GPH 2 and S5 Phone with a cheap drone for my gears. Getting new gears and finding tutorials like your videos are very helpful. keep up the great work! =) next trip Japan

[@calebfilms4044]

Travelling Pinoy how is the t3i I'm thinking about getting one for my first camera

[@truchito]

Super helpful for a novice, thank you Thom!

[@gibsonedu]

Good to hear! Thanks :)

[@bucket1305]

I love you. I was looking for some hints on setting my t3i for my first video with it. I saw this video and started watching it. I swear, I have the same lamp as you. Well, it isn't as nice, but I use it for fill light, key lighting, and led flood-spot lighting. It isn't as nice as yours either. But it is black, great lamp. Great channel. Subscribed.

[@gibsonedu]

Thanks for the kind words and I'm glad the video was helpful! Happy filming :)

[@redthedancingviking6729]

Great advice - I'll be watching more going forward

[@gibsonedu]

Welcome aboard! :)

[@milesse1125]

Great vid man!

[@gibsonedu]

Appreciate it vK. Happy filming!

[@VOICESEnglish]

Thank you so much!Next time please show where in the menu we can change settings. It took me while to keep up with you.

[@gibsonedu]

That's good feedback. Thanks VOICES! :)

[@VOICESEnglish]

Thom Gibson just wanted to give you a quick look of what I could achieve thanks to your video kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYKkp4Fqm5qMe8U

[@boogie7240]

Thank you for this video!

[@flamersss]

does this camera naturally have that kind of film/polaroid vibe to it or do you need to buy a certain lens to achieve that certain aesthetic? so basically, a vibe like this, kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJC3eXyVhq6sqas is that natural or did he get a certain lens for that quality?

[@iamawdf4469]

Them you did a great job explaining the settings for new beginners THANKS!!!

[@gibsonedu]

Still filming?

[@crillyhd3491]

Do you teach photography classes? You honestly are a GREAT teacher!

[@gibsonedu]

Thanks! Currently teach math & robotics to middle schoolers but next year I'll be starting a KZbinr elective for high schoolers so that should be pretty fun :)

[@crillyhd3491]

Wow! That's cool! I'm 13 and have a KZbin channel that I upload to regularly. Math is probably my favorite subject in school :D

[@crillyhd3491]

By the way, what microphone do you use? Your audio is awesome!

[@gibsonedu]

Hey Crilly, usually a Rode VideoMic Pro. In recent months I got a Rode NTG2 for the videos I make at my desk (like this one).

[@ibvlogs8267]

Love your video. Extremely helpful!

[@gibsonedu]

Hey thanks! Glad it was helpful :)

[@steggyman6943]

Wondering how the t3i looks for a short film? Check it out... kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHe8gIicpp6CpNk

[@gibsonedu]

Did this bring in ALL the views?

[@icapturemedia1640]

Awesome info!!! Thanks!!! I’m learning. As. i go also. I’ve learned a lot but I will not stop learning.

[@bryan.flores]

This is super helpful!

[@gibsonedu]

Excellent! Happy filming :D

[@joshuapradhan8658]

thanks... Thompson... it's glad to see ur videos even I am also a school teacher nd filmmaker too.

[@hustlemoves6157]

Great Video man

[@gibsonedu]

Hey glad it was helpful Hustle Moves! Since this video, I've started a second channel called 'Thom Teaches KZbin' where all of my filmmaking / editing/ YouTubing tutorials are going, while the 'Thom Gibson' channel is education / classroom content. Check out 'Thom Teaches KZbin' if you're interested :) kzbin.info/door/ci0WHPxmwC6WJj2tAAwxZA

[@chasingcheezmusicgroupllc]

Big ups

[@gibsonedu]

👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@michaeljanapin9528]

Hey Thom, thank you for the tips. Keem them coming!

[@gibsonedu]

Thanks Michael! Happy filming bro :)

[@brunouea]

This video is perfect. Thank you.

[@gibsonedu]

Hey thanks Bruno! :D

[@thesimplyorganizedteacher]

Googled for a video on this and you came up! I was excited cause I "know" you- hah!

[@gibsonedu]

Haha, back before my channel had any focus at all! Fun fact: this is the 2nd most watched video on my channel.

[@JennienNewZealand]

already Subs for both channel. I jave 600d and am still learning. And will share some photos using my canon this year 😀😀 i just bought it last month...Cant wait to try your tips. Can i ask what best lenses to use for videos? I have 18-200mm tamaron lens i stead of canon 18-55mm.

[@gibsonedu]

Hey thanks for jumping on board Jennie! I recommend using the kit lens to start, then if you want to do more photography, get a Canon 50mm lens (it gives a really really nice blurry background). If you're doing more video, get a Canon 10mm-18mm because that lense will be very wide, meaning you can get a lot in the shot.

[@zeinabalkayed223]

@@gibsonedu do you recommend canon 200D or canon 600D if i am concerned in image quality and not really much video quality as well as it being affordable. I know there's a huge gap between these 2 cameras but i think the only difference between them image quality wise is the amount of megapixels (17.9 vs 24) am i right? Your reply is going to be soooo helpful i am so confused Thank you !

[@zeinabalkayed223]

@@gibsonedu cause i am taking photography courses in the university and my finals are soon.. people were lending me there cameras to do the projects back then but now it's essential to buy one. So please take a little bit of your time and reply to this helpless confused lost 17 years old girl😭😂❤

[@gibsonedu]

@@zeinabalkayed223 I'd for sure go with the 200D, also known as the SL2. I made a video on it on my other KZbin channel - kzbin.info/www/bejne/oX3CpKWrqKpgZrc

[@Prismit-m7v]

Hi, do you have any tips on how to avoid/improve the autofocus jumping back and forth during video recording with this camera?

[@lancegoodthrust546]

So for the video settings selection you recommend 1920x 1080? And what kind of lenses do you recommend for a T3i for a film look?

[@gibsonedu]

Yeah 1920x1080. I liked this 24mm lens - amzn.to/3RJH7Tu Or this 50mm - amzn.to/45gjJAg

[@crusemediaconcepts5537]

Thanks for your Tutorial

[@gibsonedu]

Thanks for watching :)

[@tommysmoothsiconolfi9401]

Thank you simply explained 👏

[@gibsonedu]

Glad it was helpful!

[@KurtMicallef]

I also own the canon t3i it's a great little camera and produces stunning imagery. People saying that it's not good enough to start your creating youtube work are very wrong! I am a film school student videographer and am constantly challenging myself to produce cinematic videos with the Canon T3i. Here is a video I have shot lately. More can be found on my channel. Also if you have any problems or questions on how to use the camera I will try to answer to the best of my ability. Cheers! @cb24

[@gibsonedu]

Nice work on your channel Kurt :)

[@KurtMicallef]

@@gibsonedu Thanks man please don't forget to subscribe if you enjoy my content! All The Best! (:

[@lanamentary2975]

Hey great video. Can you explain how to not get the black bars on the side of the video when you up load. I use the same camera.

[@gibsonedu]

Hm, you can try scaling it up. Click on 'effects' on the top and increase the scale (zoom).

[@Worthfishing]

Shoot in a 16 x 9 aspect ratio

[@JackofAllMinistries]

SUPER helpful

[@gibsonedu]

Right on :) Happy filming!

[@misterdeach7395]

Great Work sir

[@gibsonedu]

Thanks Mister Deach!

[@misterdeach7395]

can u give best video setting for eos 1300d ? i need to use it for vlogs and social experiment .. i buyed my camera from 2 day

[@Kleyver]

Great Video!!! Thanks!!

[@gibsonedu]

Hey my pleasure! Since this video, I've started a second channel called 'Thom Teaches KZbin' where all of my filmmaking / editing/ YouTubing tutorials are going, while the 'Thom Gibson' channel is education / classroom content. Check out 'Thom Teaches KZbin' if you're interested :) kzbin.info/door/ci0WHPxmwC6WJj2tAAwxZA

[@thedehwehfamily3943]

Great vid thanks

[@gibsonedu]

Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@jrodriguez315]

Great video! Do you do any shooting of life theatrical events? I have a Canon T3 and I'm having a heck of a time getting the lighting right so I don't end up with hot spots on faces when people are singing a solo or something on stage. Any tips would be appreciated!

[@gibsonedu]

I don't do theatrical events but with spotlight on someone, you'll have to just lower your ISO and maybe even raise your aperture. The rest of the stage will likely be too dark to see but at least the soloist won't be washed out.

[@uncleMors]

thanks for this settings

[@gibsonedu]

My pleasure. Happy filming!

[@jesuisalex5649]

Thank's man, very helpfull !

[@gibsonedu]

Happy filming :)

[@MaddCrazze]

Great Video but i have a question regarding the audio are you using an external mic?? if so what brand.

[@gibsonedu]

Hey there IE Garage. I am using an external mic. A Rode VideoMic Pro. I have a video on the settings I use here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/apjYe4F4htWgmrM

[@MaddCrazze]

Thom Gibson thanks for that. i like the vmpr video.

[@brandonrussell518]

thanks man great video

[@gibsonedu]

Hey glad it could help Brandon :)

[@Vancouver.BC.1]

Hi Thom, how do you change image ration? Thank you for the great effort. Cheers,

[@gibsonedu]

Hey there :) You can change the ratio / dimensions of the video if you click on menu and go to the second 'video' tab option when you're in video mode (see 0:30 in the video).

[@Vancouver.BC.1]

@@gibsonedu Thanks for the reply. Actually, I wanted to change the ratio for the photo. Any tips will be greatly appreciated. Cheers mate

[@gibsonedu]

@@Vancouver.BC.1 Sure. Here's a video on how to do it on a T5i which is going to be the same process as the T3i - kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6iydHqJpa6NqJo

[@InteractiveDNA]

it seams like this camera has a focus problem or user not being able to see that it is out of focus while shooting. 99% of the footage I see from this camera in KZbin is blurred and low quality in HD. Is there a link for any clean video of this camera in KZbin? I am thinking about getting one, but the low quality in HD and blurred video is a huge no so far. Used iPhone for the same price delivers 100% better video quality in HD. Thanks!

[@gibsonedu]

It does not have auto-focus while filming live which may have something to do with it. It's not the sharpest camera but with getting things in-focus beforehand, you can still get some good footage with this.

[@BrandonZywicki]

Mine has no shutter speed or anything over 1280/30 and its the same camera and I don't see any other features like yours. What's wrog with my camera.

[@gibsonedu]

Odd. Go to 5:12 of the following video to make sure your shutter setting are at manual - kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKenmmCuq9uLaMU

[@nithinabraham]

i don't have 60fps on my canon 600d!!!.. can someone tell me why?

[@khairelfarish]

1280x720

[@nithinabraham]

Khairel Farish that resolution only gives me 50fps. does the lens matter here?

[@khairelfarish]

50fps is PAL, 60fps is NTSC. Changing the camera configuration to NTSC rather than PAL will probably do it.

[@nithinabraham]

Khairel Farish ahhhh.. that did it. thanks buddy. 😊

[@khairelfarish]

welcome mate!

[@KatieKatouree]

Awesome, thank you! You're amazing

[@gibsonedu]

Hey thanks King Katie :D Happy filming!

[@chrisclose5386]

I was curious why you wouldn't use the 30fps at 1920x1080 to get the 6 more frames?

[@gibsonedu]

24fps is what movies are filmed in. 30fps is what TV is filmed it. I like my videos looking more like movies than TV 😃 Good question.

[@chrisclose5386]

@@gibsonedu o wow, I'm totally with you in that. Makes sense why your video title has "cinematic" in it! Thanks for learning me something new today 👍. PS: your video made me feel like a professional in 20 minutes with navigating the camera and understanding what the options mean!

[@gibsonedu]

@@chrisclose5386 So awesome to hear. You're doing exactly what I was doing when I first got my camera and didn't know what ISO, frame rate, or shutter speed were. KZbin was my teacher. Keep learning.

[@chrisclose5386]

@@gibsonedu KZbin is DAD! One thing just happened with my camera when trying to record video. Got the "movie recording has stopped automatically" error. What's the fix for that if you don't mind?

[@gibsonedu]

@@chrisclose5386 DSLR's aren't meant to film for long periods of time so it'll do that after 10-15 minutes of filming. When I start approaching that time, I try to find a good stopping point and just stopping the recording and starting a new one.

[@MochiShinobi]

Will you be able to see a noticeable change in the video if you set your ISO setting to auto? For example if I'm recording a sunrise, as it gets brighter will I see the notches of brightness change as the camera automatically changes the ISO setting?

[@gibsonedu]

If you're doing a timelapse of the sunrise, I wouldn't set the ISO to auto because you won't really get that dark-to-light effect since the ISO will be really high when it's dark and then get really low when it's bright.

[@MochiShinobi]

@@gibsonedu Thank you!

[@DefPriPub]

What lens did you use for this video? Or in general when working with a T3i?

[@gibsonedu]

A Canon 10-18mm. Super wide angle which is nice. Good lens for vlogging or talking videos like this. You can find a link to it in the description of this video.

[@DefPriPub]

@@gibsonedu Would you also recommend it for the cinematic look? Or is there something else?

[@DethronerX]

How do I get 12fps on a DSLR, instead of rendering on lower frame rate on post production. Does a camera have 12 and 16 or manually adjustable frame rates?

[@gibsonedu]

You're limited to 24, 30, and 60fps on the video mode with this DSLR. There is a software called Magic Lantern which does give you move control over stuff like that. Here's a video on it - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eGbQnp6oZ7Cepc0

[@DethronerX]

@@gibsonedu Thank you! I was going to buy Cannon 600D and in another video, someone gave a lousy answer, saying it's Magic, but that was a stupid hint I did't get. Thank for the right answer : D

[@s-wo8781]

When I switched a lower ISO I noticed a better quality it was looking grainy before, but my image was also really dark and I was filming inside. What do I do?

[@gibsonedu]

Lower the aperture as much as you can as well. In the end, the best way to brighten up a shot is get more light in a room. Try filming in front of open windows or turn on lights in the house.

[@outtertouchvisuals6454]

Can u pleas do a video on the cannon 2ti on how to get a cinematic look pleas

[@gibsonedu]

Try taking a look at this video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWPEo4qIqZx-jrc

[@dragonleeproductions265]

So when I usually record indoor I have to set it at 6400 iso and it’s still low then I have to changer shutter higher to actually see image. But I do notice it gets grainy so you generally need to stay at 1000 iso just invest in a ring light maybe?!? I just have a hard time getting the video image to show bright enough to see

[@gibsonedu]

Yeah with a budget camera like the T3i, the best way to get a brighter image is to have more actual light in your shot, be it with a lighting ring or filming in front of a window or just using a lot of lamps. More expensive cameras can raise the ISO a lot higher without getting grainy.

[@Mertens11]

I'm very new to this and having trouble getting my videos to focus. I'm using an EFS 18-55mm zoom lens and if i keep the camera ~8 feet away from myself and other things its very blurry. No matter what I've done I can't get it to focus clearly. The only thing that works is to bring the camera within like 12 inches of the object, but i need to have a wider shot. Any advice on that front? Thank you

[@gibsonedu]

The very end of the lens rotates as well and that helps put things in and out of focus. Try that and let me know. Also search 'Using the canon kit lens' and see what comes up on KZbin.

[@carolinaalcott2231]

I am struggling with the focus setting on my camera. I film alone so I have no one to use as a focus dummy. I have tried with objects but then as I move I will lose focus, and never get it quite right... Any recommendations?

[@gibsonedu]

It's tough to keep focus with a T3i. I generally sit close enough that I can adjust the focus from the spot I'm sitting in and try not to move too much forward or backward.

[@carolinaalcott2231]

@@gibsonedu thank you tom!!

[@ColoCulture]

You can try using a remote with it. I got a cheap one on amazon and it helps with always having to get up and press the record button.

[@jakeola10]

Very helpful!

[@gibsonedu]

Glad to hear it Jake!

[@Daniel-Rosa.]

Would you say what light sources were you using for this video? That's what I'm in most need of. Also, what focal length?

[@gibsonedu]

In this video, I was sitting in front of a window (but not with direct sunlight coming through it). Focal length on this lens was my 10mm-18mm and I think it was wide at 10mm for this video.

[@Daniel-Rosa.]

By the Lord, Thom Gibson, thank you. Here I was turning on two light bulbs *plus* the light coming through my window, 55 mm (because it's the longest my lens gets) and it was all looking like garbage.

[@KAZVLOGZ]

what microphone do you use sir?

[@gibsonedu]

Rode VideoMic Pro :)

[@aintbryce3542]

Do you think the canon t3i supports pf3 picture style

[@gibsonedu]

Not sure.

[@leahkrym1014]

What lense is on the camera you used to film this?

[@gibsonedu]

A wide angle 10-18mm Canon lens. amzn.to/2h2psr4 (affiliate link)

[@Vdublove]

What quality are you shooting in RAW????

[@gibsonedu]

I'm not much of a photographer so I've never even worked w/ RAW since I didn't want the big file sizes; so I'm not really the person to ask for that. No RAW for video on the T3i.

[@vansullivan236]

Great, thanks!

[@gibsonedu]

For sure Van! Happy filming 😃

[@Drunkensailorgaming]

I have a question. Love the tips but I'm curious about shooting tracking shots like running. What is the best frame rate to shoot that with on a canon dslr?

[@gibsonedu]

Athletic stuff is almost always filmed at the highest frame rate. Looks ‘higher energy’ and looks better when you put it in slow motion. With the T3i, the highest frame rate is 60fps. You’ll want to set the shutter speed to 120 if you do that. Lower your aperture as much as you can and then raise the ISO only as much as you need to

[@Drunkensailorgaming]

@@gibsonedu nice. That's where I was having issues. I know you got to adjust both but wasnt sure about the aperture. I appreciate your quick reply and do hope your safe through this craziness.

[@gibsonedu]

You filming any running right now? I’ve been running a lot more since all this has started and considered filming myself to see my form.

[@Drunkensailorgaming]

@@gibsonedu were filming a pitch trailer for my new show but with all this going on I've been using my own equipment trying to tie in some older footage so we were filming that today. We were going to do running shots for tracking but we realized walking in would be better for what we were trying to accomplish. It looked great and I learned a lot about shooting with a long lens. I regret not bringing my tripod as I did it all on a handheld.

[@gibsonedu]

Way to improvise and make use of the time to keep working on the project. Happy filming 😃

[@joaquincasares2895]

Great video man. Congrats. I can't change any of this settings in my camera I really don't know why. I'll thank you a lot if someone could help me. Thanks a lot.

[@gibsonedu]

Is it in video mode? Is it a T3i?

[@stealthstar4]

You taught me something new. Thanks....

[@gibsonedu]

Hey great to hear! :)

[@keyonaavaniii._]

hi can i ask for how long can this record for?

[@gibsonedu]

I was usually able to get maybe up to 15 min before it automatically stopped and I had to start a new recording. I typically recorded shorter segments than that though. Or if it was like an interview, I'd stop after one question and start a new clip at the new question.

[@KING334MOBB]

so you don't double ur shutterspeed when u film at 60fps for the slow motion ?

[@gibsonedu]

You do! Your shutter speed will be 125.

[@KING334MOBB]

Thom Gibson thanks bro, you've taught me a lot. I can get that grainy look out of my videos now by lowering the ISO - keep it below 1,000

[@5520211]

at which ISO we get the best dynamic range?

[@gibsonedu]

The lower the ISO, the better the dynamic range.