Gimbal Movements: Learn the Basics

[@mattih]

Nice man! Your definitely the best I've seen with the small gimbals. Takes a lot of practice thats for sure

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

Thanks!

[@JM-mi2ew]

One of the best channels on KZbin, I just bought a a6500 and I'm learning more about it from your videos than a manual could ever teach me.

[@CulpepperConcepts]

What I appreciate the MOST, is Kobe's Patience with u and your ideas... Such a perfect companion. 😊🇹🇹

[@ericknorpp8238]

Hey Brandon , I am a 30 year professional and always learning things, it is a never ending process and glad to see there are people like yourself that really are interested in helping people. Usually in our business, at least from my experience, most photographers or videographers do not share any of their "secrets". Good job I have also used many gimbals and have to say the Crane is the best crane on the market for the price. No hassles at all and the calibration is really easy. Anybody that can afford one should have one. Gimbals make a real difference and take your videos to another level. I think a drone also takes things to another level and is a must. My only problem with it is when I use the 18-105 F4 OSS, is that it bumps against the bottom motor when turning the crane to extreme angles, but that is bc the lens is too long I imagine. Thanks for your video. Also, I read somewhere that you could plug in a micro USB to the crane and attach that to a Sony camera, a6500 to control the zoom on the 18-105 F4 OSS lens, which I thought would be awesome, but it does not seem to work. Apparently, you could use the brass button on the crane to zoom in and out with the lens. Does anybody know what that brass button is for on the crane speaking of? This would be an awesome feature if it worked. My problem might be that I could not find the right cable, micro to micro USB (That crane sells on amazon) so I tried a female to male adaptor and it does not do anything. Does anybody know where I can find a micro usb to micro usb cable?

[@creator1a66]

Eric Knorpp I have the crane, i have the 18-105 Lense and I have that cable. And it works perfect.

[@ericknorpp8238]

Thanks, I just got it but looking for a different one that does not block the hdmi cble so I can use a monitor and zoom the lens. Too bad the bad design makes it impossible to use both ports at the same time. I just got the small hd focus and it is a must for the Crane, you can see pictures of it @studioekworx on ig

[@champwellington6921]

The 2:42 mark spoke to me the most my friend. Have been increasingly frustrated with using a new benro monopod I purchased and constructing proper shots with it. Thanks for this video as well as information you provide on your channel.

[@nomadworldexplorer1761]

One of the best youtuber on the topic of filmmaking !!! Terribly underrated. Thanks Brandon for everything you teach us in such simple ways !!!

[@cyanwolves]

I purchased the zhiyun crane and love it. After a weekend away practising my confidence using the gimbal was heaps better. I now use it for almost every shoot I do. I still use the sony a6000 and minimal lenses. If its one thing you've inspired me to do, is focus on the creativity of your shots, not relying on the gear. Thanks heaps legend, you're a bloody good person.

[@krisco]

I need to ninja walk like you! Reason your videos inspire me is because you're one of the few raw film makers on youtube who tell a story through camera movement and shooting techniques rather than relying on post to add in trendy and flashy transitions/zooms. These types of tutorials helps us build foundation, keep it up!

[@nugrahabarkah7165]

Love your videos so much. Especially boring room challenge. Two thumbs up for every single videos that you upload. Again, especially boring room challenge.

[@Mopar_Roc]

Just got my first gimbal in the mail tonight (DJI Mobile 2). Had no idea how to use these things. This video helped immensely. Instantly subscribed. Thank you and keep up the awesome videos!

[@jasonosborne8419]

Great tutorial, love that you show real technical aspects of shots but keep it fun and interesting, textbook quality without the classroom or boring instructors

[@JRAlli]

that ninja walk though, still trying to get better with my movements, definitely comes with practice!

[@vbyjo4172]

Ya right

[@whatdarylldid]

Hey!! It's JR Alli!

[@naikonkar]

Dude you are Video Guru ... so much to learn from your videos and overall filmmaking .... Thanks a ton for sharing your knowledge

[@KHVISUALS]

kobe filming you is so cute hahaha you guys are lovely

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

kobe is learning gimbal fu

[@DJTronuk]

Brandon Li Haha, Gimbal fu, I like that! 👌👌

[@ChuckSeayII]

Brandon you are just and excellent instructor! Thanks for all you do!

[@kurtshackelford6615]

I've been using this gimbal for about 6 months and have been naively turning it off to invert it. Thanks for the tip!

[@michalfuras3066]

You are real inspiration Brandon. Thanks for everything you are doing. For all your videos and all the tips you giving.

[@TECHDRONEMEDIA]

Gimbal technology is soo cool. I do have limited success with my OSMO mobile, seems to be fighting the internal camera settings of the phone.

[@bayls8422]

Kobe - as always simply elegant and breathtaking. Oh btw the gimbal movements basics video was ok too Brandon. ;)

[@JamieHines]

That helped me soooo much you have know idea. I'm just trying to self teach myself all things about video (coming from a photography background) love, love your videos, tips and instructions. I really appreciate your time Brandon and advice

[@cavs693]

Your videos are incredibly steady, your the best.

[@DaleRoossien]

Thanks for all you do Brandon, another great video. And I second your endorsement of Joshua Morin, that settings video for the crane app has saved me from endlessly experimenting the values and smoothness etc, so thanks again.

[@filmydialogues6263]

Just loved your idea of shooting this video by only with the help of 1 person ❤️❤️💋

[@robinneugebauer617]

Quick comprehensive Video! Thanks, Asian Keanu!

[@shadzscape]

Absolutely appreciate it mate. Looked everywhere on KZbin and couldn't find good video about it. This is awesome. Nicely explained. Earned a sub. Love your videos mate 😍

[@automatisatorpeace5453]

You are the best movie maker on KZbin! No. 1! Keep it up! I learned a lot from you! a big THANK you!

[@wundeeg]

Awesome tips as usual Brandon. Thanks for creating that Kit with the mini-reviews on each piece you use.

[@Jess-gs2pw]

You are fantastic, Brandon!

[@bromerofilms8255]

Mr. Brandon Li, I have found that inverting the gimbal is easier and possibly safer when you hold the mode button down for a few seconds. The gimbal goes in stand by mode and you can reorient the gimbal then hold the mode button down again to power it up again once it's in the inverted mode. Hope this helps.

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

Might be safer, I dunno. When I'm in a hurry I don't mind stressing out the gimbal a bit in order to get the shot.

[@TarynnH]

Your videos are always so helpful.

[@rafaelgarcia7965]

Your videos are always so helpful. Thanks

[@filmdreams]

Thank you for taking the time to make these educational videos. I hope to learn videos similar. Currently im trying to figure out how you do de change of speed within a scene.

[@MrBokkyboy]

I Think someone notified you that I will be using my gimbal today for the first time (after having it for 6 mnds now 😶) 😂😂😂. Thank you for this.

[@Jacksonhook]

Great tips, Yeah so true, its not just the gimbal settings that will get you smooth shots, its more about practise and time spent using the gimbal 👍

[@michaelragland8291]

Thanks for the videos Brandon! I really need to get out and practice with mine as well can't think of a better excuse to take my son and the dog to the park today so I can get some practice in!

[@PicturePulse]

By the way, thanks for all the effort u put in ur channel, to share ur knowledge with us.

[@markwang77]

this is SO timely...just got a zhiyun smooth 3 for my iphone which i plan on taking on my hawaii vacation next month :) - great tutorial!

[@markwang77]

after watching this video, i subscribed to your channel only to learn that you were behind the 'hong kong strong' production, one of my favorite shorts. i'm very happy to come across your channel - keep up the great work!

[@JulioRuiz-Cinematographer]

very informative as always , Brandon. At the end I almost believed you were gonna say "So get out there and plan better, shoot better ", lol. cheers!

[@oahsu8900]

woohoo! So excited to watch this video, My new crane is on the way, can't wait anymore.

[@ballobela]

Awesome video about the basics! Can't wait for the one discussing advanced level stuff :)

[@ThatMedic]

I'm just getting into filmmaking! Bloody expensive hobby!!

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

If it wasn't my job I wouldn't have all this gear. Too expensive.

[@JimMeeStudios]

London's Journal as they say it "teach your kids videography/photography and they wouldn't have enough money to buy drugs" thanks Brandon for teaching us!

[@JomToons]

I dropped 20k this last year.. I didn't even know I had that much. It's an addiction is what it is. Love it :)

[@DZZCHANNEL]

I'm only 20 and I've spent about £6000 or a little more for things I need. Investing in your future and passion is never a bad thing though, especially when this will be your job some day.

[@JomToons]

Joshua Morin very true! I guess technically I haven't spent 20k but I've bought and sold things building up to that amount. I do like the kit Brandon has in the descriptions of his videos and really would like to try it out.

[@intothailand]

Good quick tips, trying to get that walk lol, and my biggest take-away is the inverted low-angle technique and "practice" of course. Thanks for doing these. My partner doesn't understand English but she gets the demos.

[@Sebski22]

Thanks for the awesone tips!...I have a Beholder DS1 but I am think I might swap to the Crane as I have seen it works with the GH4 and Sigma 18-35. My beholder has no chance with the 18-35 mounted.

[@gonggamfilm]

Thank you very much for always teaching me good videos :)

[@stephenababio553]

Thank you! just getting into the whole video with gimbal world and this is very helpful.

[@cristinamena5952]

love your channel!! A hug from Brazil :D

[@vijayt1048]

I love all your videos brandon....nice explanations about video stuff... motivating me a lot...keep posting more videos bro...you and kobi lovely couple and coordinating well...thanks

[@franciscoarjona___]

Thanks for the tips! I also got Zhiyun with sony a6300, love that combo!

[@scottweaverphotovideo]

Have you made a video specifically about focusing techniques? In this video the subject remains at the same distance so manual focus would work best. But I'm interested in how you work with the opposite situation? Enjoy your vids very much and thank you!

[@tamseelalvi]

thanks so much ... really looking forward to the more advance movements like parallax and how your mind really works in identifying great parallex shot compositions.

[@CarlosBenjamin]

This was actually kinda hilarious in a meta, "Me filming you filming me" kind of way.

[@doublejj3252]

You give me information what i want.!! I always wonder the way of shooting. I really appreciate.

[@Stardust_Studio]

very useful introductions, love all your excellent works!!!

[@yosephshalom]

Very cool! Just got my gimbal!... thanks for sharing these awesome tips!!! 👌🏻🤙🏻

[@AxiA]

great! what's your favourite type lens to use on the gimbal?

[@AnggaKun]

Thanks! I just bought zhiyun crane last week!

[@JamieFenn]

do you use auto focus generally or does it just depend on the shot?

[@sanzhuvlog3471]

Thank you for your tips... all are noted😊 Need some practice but not with expensive gimbal 😁 Thank you for sharing!🤘

[@jonmstudio]

+Brandon Li great tutorial, for the next one if you can cover when is a good idea to tilt the horizon... or in your Balinese video, you have a really smooth shot from behind the boy who jumps in the river, rising behind him while tilting down at the same time.

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

Hi, Balinese was shot entirely handheld (no gimbal)

[@markusbrutus4548]

Thanks. Very helpful. I just bought the Zhiyun Crane.

[@allinthemind2006]

damn your right on time with this just balanced my gimbal and about to take it out for a spin!

[@notsalad]

Love these tips! keep them coming, getting into some more advanced moves and also how to travel with a gimbal efficiently would be awesome. I have a trip coming up to Italy and I know me stopping to setup the gimbal for a few min each time i want a shot will get pretty old pretty fast for my travel companions lol

[@thepanel2935]

*What is **_really_** needed is an instructional video on how to **_not look like a knob_** when walking with a gimbal and DSLR.*

[@johnhmaw]

Really valuable information. Very inspiring too. Thanks.

[@MIMCKMedia]

Thx for the tip with the Invertmode. I have the same thoughts about the swing... can´t be good for the motors

[@ausdoug974]

very helpful Brandon. I really enjoyed it. Thanks

[@AlexVoxel]

A really useful video, thanks!

[@AldoSoeprayogi]

just bought my zhiyun crane , and this video show up ,awesome

[@CHAN.8]

Awesome how you get once with the gimbal 💪

[@MichaelBalligand]

Nice tutorial ! WIsh I bought a gimbal before doing my Iceland video :^) !

[@DynamicLearning4u]

You two are made for each other! Btw, there are two MODE ONE. When you press once, it gives you one mode. When you press another one time, yo get another mode. This is two different mode and is different from the button twice or three times.

[@mrscillalatte]

Great video as always

[@alantay9409]

Excellent demo and advise! Thank you.

[@30secondsToHimars]

Perfect cut, briefly, understandable

[@HiHai]

Absolute quality video.

[@suitssatire7600]

KUDOS! Straight and to the point. Thank you

[@quitefranklybb]

This is a great gimbal tutorial! I just got one and this has been helpful.

[@DominikGeisler]

Thanks for this. I am so much interested which ND filter you are normally use? :)

[@DarkAngel-vs3om]

1 thing I have noticed is all videos I made in past I did all wrong from now I'm going to use your technique makes videos so amazing

[@777prameshthapa]

Thank you so much for all the information that you provide us.

[@pudsboi5203]

Still my favourite channel

[@Ry311GP]

Thank you!! I dont have a gimbal but this very informatice. When i do buy my gimbal i will have a baseline to learn from

[@int_jk7045]

Hello brandon! I love your every video. I can see you use dolly-zoom,out many time in your video. How can you shoot with gimbal? I really wanna know!!

[@MarioCastillion]

Hey Brandon, Thanks for this video, man! Very useful information. I have the a6300 and the Zhiyun Crane and still I cannot get a hold of it. With this video I'll try yet another few attempts :D

[@iamjacobmartin]

Great Vid Brandon! Love the simplicity. We use the same setup and love it.

[@donovanjugarap]

*the great ninja Brandon Li*

[@Divineshot]

Practice makes improvement 👊🏽 great tips man.

[@VideoUpskill]

Well said Brandon, great handy video.

[@nightcoder5k]

Awesome, just what I'm looking for. Thank you!

[@oheey8161]

Could you make a video about how to use a gimbal for a phone? I think that's a bit challenging.

[@fabiogloor]

Thx Brandon for the video. Unfortunately the Link to the video from Jushua Morin is private.

[@DiegoStuartFilms]

Hey Brandon where o you get the sound fx for your featured videos, i know that you probably record some at location but what about the ones that you add, thank you man a big fan of your work here!!!

[@igorsena]

Perfect Brandon, Acompanhando aqui do Brasil o seu trabalho maravilhoso.

[@ramachandrachaitanya623]

Hi Brandon...your videos are very helpful and informative! I am looking for a good gimbal which would work for a smartphone and a GoPro 6. Kindly advise which would be suitable. Many thanks

[@MichaelJobLoquellano]

Thanks for sharing +Brandon Li! So, is Zhiyun Crane your favorite gimbal among all others that you have used?

[@holymackerelthethird2478]

How to you adjust focus while using a gimbal? Do you just have to keep a high f-stop or stay at a constant distance from the subject?

[@piyush6516]

Hi, Brandon. Do you use a filter when you shoot? Can make a video on filter use in film making? Thanks

[@maf3695]

Great tip! Thanks. Question: Do you have to walk like that?

[@tsedik]

Hey Brandon, thanks for sharing and inspiration! How do you tweak focus when shooting orbit shots? Full manual? I see a nice blured background, and you do not keep the same distance between camera and the model. It's the most tricky task for me now.

[@jootai]

yes yes yes thank you finaly someone made a vid like this! pls do part 2