Don't Buy Cheap Teleprompter

[@ryanreedgibson]

I made my own and used it for a while and it worked great for filming in 6k. My daughter broke it so I bought a $50 USD on Amazon from FilmCity because I don't have time to build another. It works great! I uses HQ beam splitter glass and works better than the beam splitter glass I ordered separately. Not sure why you get the glare from the camera side unless it's a lighting issue. I cant see spending any more than 50 USD for something so basic.

[@TomsJurjaks]

I totally agree with you Ryan. Unfortunately my experience hasnt been so positive as yours. Also its extremely hard to clean these cheap plastic glass as the coverage of it is so fragile. I will check it out that FilmCity one as I am in a need for a better teleprompter as I do actually use it quite a lot.

[@steven2202]

Yes, that's right. A perfect glass is a key to the teleprompter, it's not common glass, it should be a very good beam splitter glass with a special HD coating on the glass. The material should be tempered to avoid a break during transportation.

[@pablo_two_wheels]

2:20 using polarizing filter would solve that?

[@TomsJurjaks]

Interesting question. It’s definitely worth a try 👌

[@Falk4J]

Thanks my Danish neighbor (I am from Schleswig Holstein), that really helped understanding teleprompters. I was going to make a diy but of course now will not. It's not worth the effort and other's, who buys cheap buys double. It might hurt for a moment but will give me peace of mind in the long-run. Keep it up!

[@TomsJurjaks]

Ahh sorry for missing this cool comment! And greeting to you too my friend! Just curious what you got in the end?

[@FilipsBaumanis]

2:18 There is very simple fix to that: Don't wear a black shirt and sit in a dark environment. If there is enough light in the scene and text is not scrolling over a dark backdrop you're sorted 😉

[@TomsJurjaks]

😯 how did I not think of that!? This is brilliant! Thanks a lot Filip, will try it out next time 💪

[@FilipsBaumanis]

@@TomsJurjaks I actually followed your advice and bought this exact model for another project. Works great. Thanks for recomendation.

[@Ari_diwan]

Wow that's genius! Thank you

[@delftsurgery4258]

Thank you for the video, Tom! I have experienced that the injection is to know how to use it whether the teleprompter is cheap or pricey, because I present using a cheap teleprompter and PPT Mirror software which levelled up my video quality, especially talkings, I speak freely and, of course, ‘‘get my messages across’’ in self -produced videos. I display my PowerPoint in reverse or flip it and put my tablet in the teleprompter, as I always have my whole concept in front of camera, I only use bullet points structure to avoid over-scripting myself, and the option is a definitive guide to master proper eye contact with viewers. Which leads my videos to be more natural and conversational.

[@TomsJurjaks]

Thats a really really good idea Delft - I have never thought about putting a PPT instead of exact script on teleprompter. I must try this out soon! Thanks for the recommendation!

[@mikeburke1993]

I agree. I purchased Glide Gear T500 (for $250) back in 2017. I regret it. I had to modify it. I have to block all kinds of areas to DARKEN the inside (to see the tele from a distance). I want to use it outdoor. Does Not Work. So, what i have do is created an "CAVE" and wrapped it with a flexible black foam around the outside. I also blocked all the creavices so no light can come in. Also, gonna have a TRIPOD next to it HOLDING a Black Umbrella. Will be videoing in the SHADE. I think this will work. Would not buy the Glide Gear again.

[@TomsJurjaks]

That’s a lot of work. But seems like you managed it 😬👍

[@CoupleofLondon]

Cheers mate 👍Great stuff. Keep it coming 🤩

[@TomsJurjaks]

Thanks so much Karolina and Zibi 🙌✌️

[@CoupleofLondon]

@@TomsJurjaks You very welcome.

[@marianomontiel]

Oh man! You have just stopped me from making a purchase I would regret! I consider the desview.

[@OlderWomenRock]

Thanks for your honesty , so helpful

[@TomsJurjaks]

You are very welcome Michelle 🙌

[@joshua3113]

I returned that teleprompter. Was surprised you said that. It says sags with an iPad in it. Way to cheaply built.

[@TomsJurjaks]

What are you gonna get to replace this one?

[@DatingDilemmaBreakdown]

I got the Desview T3, it suits me well, although I definitely plan on upgrading soon because more and more of my content is relying on a Teleprompter. It is just not very fun to have such a small real estate for scrolling of text, I find myself rushing or pausing too much on my content. I assume with a big teleprompter like the GVM TQ-LD Pro it's a lot more ergonomic, but obviously, you also pay 8x the money. Desview is DEFINITELY fine to get started. Probably a good first investment, then reinvest into a GMV later on.

[@TomsJurjaks]

Very decent approach you have my friend. I am also starting to use my teleprompter more and more and feel like I need a proper upgrade. Will look into your recommendation

[@ÁzsiábaSzakadtam]

The main reason why T3 is better than others in the same category is that you can use 11" tablets, such as iPad m1. That allows quite large text to be diaplayed thus make the text readable from a distance (then no problem with the longer lenses plus you won't sit close to the camera)

[@diala-waref]

I have canon with 16-35 mm What your thoughts about good teleprompter to buy ?

[@TomsJurjaks]

Good teleprompters cost a lot of money, unfortunately. I dont know anything that I can recommend in mid-level (good quality and low price).

[@godwin_njoroge]

Awesome video again man. Would love to see a video on how you light these kinds of videos? The talking right into the camera in a dark setting kind of videos?

[@TomsJurjaks]

Thanks buddy! Yes, I will for sure make such video. In general I want to make more "Behind the scenes" videos as I feel there is quite an interest to see how things are done.

[@ernestomarcos11]

Instablaster...

[@VioletEmerald]

Thanks, this is really helpful!

[@TomsJurjaks]

Glad you enjoyed the video Violet :)

[@NelsonsReview1]

Very helpful information. Thank you.

[@JohnAdams-mu7xd]

Totally worth it!!!

[@Nurseakeem]

What if you can’t afford an expensive one.

[@TomsJurjaks]

Then even more reasons not to buy a cheap one. You will simply waste your money on something you won’t use.

[@Ari_diwan]

Thanks for this video, I ordered the one you recommended but idk why it's called t2 here in India not v2 :/

[@TomsJurjaks]

I think its just the naming convention. Also in some countries its called Bestview and in some Desview. It should be the same thing.

[@darailvesneva]

So you recommend moman?

[@TomsJurjaks]

Yes, Moman is bit more expensive and very solid. Metal built, not that cheap plastic. Its worth getting it

[@Studio23creation]

Smallrig is selling a desview/smallrig prompter for 130usd.

[@TomsJurjaks]

It’s horrible. I have it and gonna throw it out

[@Studio23creation]

@@TomsJurjaks oh, really?? Why is that ?

[@TomsJurjaks]

It reflects the text in the lens because the mirror is poor quality @@Studio23creation also you can forget about cleaning it if there is a slightest dust particle. If you even try to clean it with lens cleaning cloths that are supposed to be gentle to glass, you will just scratch it. It’s unbelievable. So I bought myself a new one called Moman M12. Bit more expensive but so much better. Will make a short video about it really soon. You can check the price here bit.ly/3E0BtF4

[@Studio23creation]

@@TomsJurjaks thank you! But i bought it just befor your first comment, so ill try it gently when i receive it, and send it back if i have the same conclusion. Because i need to put it on a ronin s2, compacoty is importanr, so your proposition seems a but too big. But thabjs !

[@SayehAvaPazouki]

Desview is also cheap! I believe up to 400€ is still cheap!

[@kristapsvaivods]

Nice vide dude, but 100+ eur for a mirror - hell nooo bruda 😂

[@TomsJurjaks]

Hahah I agree, however, time is money as I said before. How much does 3 hours extra when editing each video cost for you? 🤔😁

[@kristapsvaivods]

@@TomsJurjaks your right, couple of thousend euros haha

[@brianlaz]

is the RGB light you have in your description the one you used in the this video?

[@TomsJurjaks]

It is being used behind me to create a bit of color on the wall (not the main light on my face). If you wan't to get the best small LED light - get this: from SmallRig amzn.to/3Xmi9th I found it like a year ago and would not use any other small LED lights.

[@brianlaz]

@@TomsJurjaks Ok thanks.

[@yesudasjoykurishingal5064]

Hi Tom I'm from india 🇮🇳 I love your videos expicly the sony a6000 👏👏💪🔥

[@TomsJurjaks]

Hey Yesudas, I thank you for your support! Btw check my channel, I created a separate playlist dedicated for Sony a6000. All videos are there (in case you missed one maybe). Greetings to India 🇮🇳

[@yesudasjoykurishingal5064]

@@TomsJurjaks thanks man" God bless you "👨

[@OtakoVlogs]

Good job✌🔥

[@TomsJurjaks]

Thanks a lot Otako

[@muskansalman135]

Amazing video

[@TomsJurjaks]

Cheers Muskan

[@christianuhrskov6055]

Tak!

[@TomsJurjaks]

Oh Christian, tusind tak 🙏

[@yervazhiulagam3198]

❤️

[@ankitaksn8237]

Place Tom sir

[@petrub27]

whats wrong with your eyes?

[@TomsJurjaks]

Nothing, all is well. I was shooting this with a6000 and it doesnt have eye-af so it focuses probably on my face or hat and makes the eyes seem a bit murky

[@petrub27]

@@TomsJurjaks nah, the light is bad; i just said it in a gentle way

[@TomsJurjaks]

Fair point @@petrub27 nothing wrong to leave a constructive feedback (criticism) where it’s needed in a polite manner. I gotta say, looking back at my older videos the quality has really been poor for some videos, especially when it comes to the light. Even now, I’m constantly experimenting with cameras and settings thus the quality might not be perfect. Cheers buddy!

[@brianlaz]

@@TomsJurjaks I thought the light was good

[@mikeburke1348]

Its made in Hong Kong and that Logo is the Eye of Horus. Do you research.