How to Film like a PRO with Android Smartphones [Updated Guide!]

[@peacelily6249]

I felt so bad about not having a iPhone for my videos. But now I feel better.

[@repairstudio4940]

Tip: I'm new at this but found the Iriun Webcam app that you can simply download to a Surface Pro...iPad...or Laptop and connect your phone and see your camera from the rear facing camera just as your audience sees you and yeah a tablet or lappy 💻 is something extra you'd carry but seriously beats a mirror. Jus thought it'd help others. Great video btw...great info!

[@jonathandewberry289]

He is right about #1: Don't gloss over that. Make the thing itself, the shot, the presentation, the actual content as good as you can. The less times you think to yourself "Meh.. I can do that/fix that/add that/ in the editing" is the way less difficult life will be. At least, that was a big big lesson I learned. Really, Tip 1 is gigantic and central!

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome - glad you liked it, Jonathan!

[@HTMediaOne]

Great Content.....Finally A Tutorial For Androids....Which Cost Just As Much As iPhones & Quality Is Great.

[@PrimalVideo]

Cheers! 👍

[@SabzBlackCamelProductions]

really helpful things for me that were obvious but i didn't know as a noob: 1. look into the lens when in selfie mode. 2. Set phone slightly below eye level. 3. autolocking the focus by holding the screen. Once again, these are no brainers but i didn't know them so thank you for this.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - all the best! 👍

[@TheWinonaJohnson]

Seems like a checklist or buy list for people who already know how to do this. I love the sound of your voice so I am giving this a thumbs up! Step 10 did show how to which I loved!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@FootstepsEast]

You are wearing a simple, grey T-shirt -- not striped, flowered, or checkered. As a "newbie", I ask, "was that planned?" Thank you, as I prepare to film our 6,000 km plein air painting trek "Footsteps East" in 2023. Your channel is extremely helpful.

[@kaybell1012]

You are the Best!! Finally, someone that explains Androids and more!! Thank you for the great content.

[@marysstyleandfavoritethings]

Thank you so much for the 7 steps! I did them all and my first video was a success. Just need more practice and maybe a couple supplies. Appreciate your help!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - cheers to the success of your first video 👍

[@aneesahmed777]

I never knew Pixel Camera could do Focal Length Lock for video!!! Thanks a lot!!! I can uninstall Open Camera now, fixed focus was the only thing I wanted it for.

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem - now you know 😉

[@ravirobbs1]

I’m deriving great value from your content Justin. Thank you so much 🙏 You are awesome. Keep up the good work.

[@PrimalVideo]

So awesome to hear it! You're welcome! 😊

[@AustralianInSiberia]

Very professional, Justin Brown! Thank God for an Australian voice. I am an Olympus user. I create a lot of rubbish with my phone. Maybe working this way will change the way I work.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks!

[@GeertjeAlgera]

I have an iPhone and enjoyed watching this video. WTG Justin and the Primal Video team.

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome!

[@scotttovey]

Quick filming tip. If you can't look at the camera lens of your smartphone due to it being perfectly camouflaged in the cell phone body; here's a way to make it's location obvious. 1) Take a piece of colored tape or sticky note that does not leave a sticky residue. 2) Punch a hole in it using a 1/4 inch paper punch. 3) Place the tape or sticky note on your phone with the camera in the center of the hole. Now you can see exactly where the camera is; and have a target to look at.

[@jennhill5829]

THANK YOU!!

[@scotttovey]

@@jennhill5829 You're welcome!

[@jaguarpw]

Cool tip

[@dennisofnewport]

Thank you for the video. I just upgraded to a phone with a much better camera you will start making videos. Your tips are going to make them so much better. Thanks

[@Intotheoutdoors69]

Hi Justin its good to hear someone talk about android for once instead of I phone. I've watched your video on filmic pro and it seems like a great app but when I used fhe filmic pro evaluater on my Samsung A70 a lot of the functions won't work with my phone such as on my phone I can shoot 4k but filmic pro won't let me shoot in 4k, on my phone I can shoot 1080p at 60 FPS but rhe maximum on filmic pro is 1080p 30 FPS which is a shame great video though thank you😁👍

[@cheeky1187]

I agree andoid are now more popular than iphones

[@Eloho-Inibi]

thank you so much for taking the time to educate us with so many details, hiding nothing back. you are completely generous with your knowledge. I appreciate that. God bless you.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - so awesome to hear it 😊

[@thakur1006]

Hey Justin!!! Amazing explanation and give me some what confidence to create the video content. I am a Real Estate Professional and have been thinking to get on the video platform for sometime now. Your videos made it so clear for me. How could I leave without saying a Thank you note to you. Thank you andKeep up the amazing work 😊

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - appreciate the comment and I wish you all the best 😃

[@JeffreyMendoza-xt5mv]

Hello Justin! I live in the Philippines I make vlog in my KZbin channel using only android phone now I know how to make video content, thank you so much of some of your advice and tips to make my video content go to the next level keep up the good work ❤❤ ❤❤

[@PrimalVideo]

Hi! I’m glad hat the tips have been helpful for your vlogs. - Hazel, PV Team

[@sakriso]

One piece of information that is missing in many videos is showing how to download/transfer the videos off the phone to your computer for editing. Techies will figure it out; others will get in over their heads.

[@thenakedhippie2078]

& the answer is?

[@leodf1]

@@thenakedhippie2078 Connect your phone to the PC with the included USB cable and drag the files over. (The files should be in the 'Camera' and/or 'DCIM' folder.

[@boostsalesmatt4019]

FANTASTIC VIDEO AND INFORMATION!!!! Today I bought the ring light after this video for ......... £6 in the local discount shop and .. it works BRIULANTY!!!!

[@PrimalVideo]

That's awesome!

[@semakeisha]

I have been waiting for this video an so excited to be among the first🙋

[@Musikchic47]

I appreciate this videos since most people only talk about iPhones, but not everybody uses them

[@electriclegoboy]

Thanks, great tip about autofocus and I love the chapter strip along the bottom of the screen. Thanks!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - thanks for watching!

[@anthonyyeager3385]

OUT STANDING!!!!! You have no idea what this video has done for me, thank you

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - cheers! 😊

[@ZsuzsannaPataki]

Really clear and quick checklist, thank you Justin! Sent it around to my whole family, so they are all on the same page when I ask them to help me record a painting session; occasionally a phone recording is all we have time for. You are part of the home school curriculum now! :-)

[@PrimalVideo]

Great - no problem, so glad it helped 👍

[@Slayer602ttv]

​@@PrimalVideowhat if someone is using an android phone to make videos will it still be good, because I want to make very great videos and ect.

[@LuckyvillageLife]

Zusana..Zusana... Zusana you looking so sweet

[@teresacolbert2957]

In my opinion this is the most informative and demostrative editing video that I've viewed thus far. Great job!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks - great to hear that 😃

[@OldSchoolPatrick]

Thanks so much, Justin. Love your videos--friendly, authoritative, well-produced (of course), and most important of all--useful!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - so glad you've found value in our content! 😊

[@andrewtrevorplumb]

Wow Justin. I have watched myriad of videos for recording content on phone. Yours is by far the most informative and excellent that I have ever seen and I highly recommend it. I have subscribed to your channel and I can't wait to watch more of your videos. Keep up the good work. I have never commented on other content creator videos before. You have really inspired me enormously. Many thanks for such excellent advice and quality teaching.

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome - so glad you've found value in our content! 😃

[@GettingItDoneRepairs]

Great tips! I picked up some nuggets here. Thanks 😊

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome!

[@CreativeThinking52]

Awesome video. Thanks for sharing the reference quick guide. I needed this video. Happy holidays!!🎅🤶🎄🎁👍

[@PrimalVideo]

Thank you! Happy holidays to you too! 🎄

[@anggunrihmawati2323]

I just love the way how you create every single things in your content informative, effective, and its just incredible Justin Brown

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome - Thanks, Anggun! 😊

[@christianawagah4995]

This is a complete course in a box for FREE❤️❤️ .Thankz Justin. This tutorial is more effective ,informative and valuable than some of those crappy paid courses some of the most gurus are selling to us..SMH Thank you sir

[@aliciasworldofpets]

I've seen a few of your videos here and there, this just happened to be the content I've been looking for! This particular video actually made me subscribe!🎉 You simplified the information (without the fluff) and explained yourself clearly and concisely. I learned more in this video than I have in the 20 or so others that I had to go through to get to you!😊 I look forward to going through the rest of your videos to gain more useful knowledge and get more of your great tips! Thank you! 💞 Alicia

[@PrimalVideo]

Thank you, Alicia. We're glad the video was helpful and it's great to have you here! 😃 - Hazel, PV Team

[@TrainerCheese]

When i have Questions about Creating Content I come here :) Its because he Explains very well! idk why Low views But its a Great Spirit Effort by Justin. The Good Quality is " Teaching & Putting your full effort to Let other People Know! ". Everybody Including me who is watching this Channel's Videos are Thankful to Justing & Mike. Do hard work & Take your Prize as Justin Does. He is Great & Awesome! Thanks Justin! I expect a Shout out in your next video :) Thanks a billion for your Help in Creating Content :)

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome to hear that - You're welcome! 😊

[@thehunter3386]

I’ll echo other commenters...Thank You! You’ve helped tremendously as I prepare for my first video! Who says you can’t teach an old (80) dog new tricks!!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - good luck on your first video! 😊

[@jbx.7995]

Thank you for sharing your video's awesome tips.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - see you on the next video!

[@jeffschuster3309]

Great video! I am grateful that you showed a shot of your filming. I noticed the lighting, the tripod, and the phone camera setting. I also noticed that you didn't have a teleprompter. I think that you do most of your videos with a teleprompter. How are you so good at delivering such a smooth video that is over 17 minutes long without a teleprompter?

[@TechnoTunes]

*VERY Helpful VIDEO For NEW KZbinrs!* 🔥

[@calebcodesitall3883]

This man has helped me with my new videos too!

[@TechnoTunes]

@@calebcodesitall3883 👍

[@PrimalVideo]

Great - so glad it helped 😊

[@TechnoTunes]

@@PrimalVideo 👍

[@you2449]

in 18 minutes?? WOW ! Instant Like.

[@cornernestmedia8138]

Justin, I am usually relating well to your content. Thank you 😊

[@PrimalVideo]

Nice, Peter - no problem!

[@robaerto71]

2:25 The jumbo jet flying over with the sound of a propeller plane was so INCREDIBLY FUNNY!!! :'D

[@WhippedFood]

This is very captivating, You inspired me with a new camera angle I could add to my videos! Thank you

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome - you're welcome 👍

[@jiroserrano3654]

This guy save me in my college days, Kudos to this man!

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome!

[@JoannaLindsay327]

Thank You so much for all that you do..your videos help my content in my videos sooo much thanks again, Mr. Justin.. Great Share

[@PrimalVideo]

So glad it helped - You're welcome, Joanna!

[@mazivictorokezie1954]

Hi Justin. Am so excited each time I watch you teach . You are amazingly intelligent. And your delivery power is great. I 've been able to learn so much here. May God keep blessing you.

[@PrimalVideo]

Hey Mazi - thanks for the great feedback! 😊

[@EE-hi4re]

Thank you. I thought I was the only soul w/an android

[@PrimalVideo]

😀

[@thltalkshow]

Thank you so much for this. I started my show just by watching your video editing videos. And this is really helpful as well.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - that's cool, keep it up! 👍

[@myartsytribe]

Awesome video. I'm going to share this with other authors I know. Thank you!

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome, that's going to be helpful! You're welcome! 🙏

[@linb7932]

I'm brand new at this. Your video is very helpful for a newbie. Thanks!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome Lin - glad we could help!

[@EasyDoChannel]

Thank you very much, Justin.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome 👍

[@DEEPAK_Dipa]

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[@PLANETWATERMELON]

Just got a new Android phone and this was very helpful. Thanks.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - have fun with your new phone 👍

[@Wasmm_]

You've helped me a lot! With your videos i feel confident and inspired to create my videos

[@PrimalVideo]

Great - happy to help 👍

[@annamariagaber1402]

Wow I ve just seen two of your videos and I love how organised you are with the info you provide.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, great to hear that Anna - Hazel, PV Team

[@revzzrider]

Great video, But it would be even great if you can help with followings 1, If we can use secondary mobile to control the main cam sitting away from it 2, If not secondary mobile, any kind of wireless joystick or something like that because setting up exposure and focus while standing next to cam and while sitting away from cam becomes different. . I am making videos from mobile for years now, and this was the biggest challenge I face.

[@forgottenjewelsurbex7635]

One of THE BEST videos on KZbin 👍🏽👍🏽

[@PrimalVideo]

Wow, thanks!

[@forgottenjewelsurbex7635]

@@PrimalVideo learning so much and you don't speak gibberish;)😊😁

[@GregSereda]

Plot twist: This video was shot with an iPhone.

[@calebcodesitall3883]

Hahahahahah I’m Dying!

[@scriptureseekers]

😂

[@faceonnailsdonehairdid]

😄

[@Gacha-lun4]

2020 Big brain comment of the month😹😹😹

[@Idowu_Balogun]

Justin didn't comment...😀😀😀

[@robertoswald1305]

Hey, Justin. I think you are one of the most outstanding KZbinrs, that teaches people how to get started on KZbin. I need some help!!!I need to know if you have a video out or if you put one out, how to transfer video from an action camera to a Mac, and put it out on KZbin. Trust me, I have no idea about either one of them. Never use the computer, never use an action camera. I'm going to give it my best shot though. Thanks

[@rockalvin7585]

hello Robert can we share our mail for grow up

[@PrimalVideo]

Hey Robert! Thanks so much! Your action camera should have an SD card (you can get a card reader that plugs into your computer if you don't already have one) or you'll be able to plug it in and transfer footage that way. Once it's on your mac you can either edit it or upload it straight to KZbin by pressing upload. Good luck!

[@GuppyTalk]

Iam a fan of the little guy that keeps on popping out...

[@RukkyDINMA]

Hahaha! Me tooo

[@booksinwoods1319]

Cooking video in a gym seems interesting

[@etmixvideos279]

Thanks for info man. Because I'm just using a smart celphone. God bless

[@kimberlywrightlifeleadersh8524]

I thought so too!

[@kopeelampoong6464]

...actual gym smell & hygiene is off-putting enough with sweat and skin cells flying about; add to that potential oil and grease while cooking and it really starts getting yucky (at least in my imagination) - unless you mean setting up various gym equipment as background for a cooking video and never to be used for actual exercise

[@MLGProMaster-tu9tz]

@@kopeelampoong6464 I'm bringing a whole ass stove into the gym 💀

[@moonchildxmochixhobi]

The autofocus is so helpful. I recorded a test piece and I was worried I would have to bare the ever-changing lighting. Thank you for the tip, very helpful!!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, glad we're able to help 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@simonholmes275]

Great video, Justin. Such consistently good content - love your channel. Keep up the good work, and thanks.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, Simon 😀

[@ajayseeban2126]

Kicking off an event decor business and this video was super helpful. Thanks a bunch!

[@PrimalVideo]

That sounds great - glad we're able to help! 👍

[@NewshopA2Z]

i Have waiting... ❤❤💜💜

[@m-arkoschannel405]

Very useful video! For the videos I publish here, I practically only use my phone camera! Thank you!

[@PrimalVideo]

Great - no worries!

[@Je.rone_]

I wish i had this cousi when i first got started i used an andriod for like the first 2 years😔

[@plipogamez3173]

I appreciate the advice about microphones, that makes solid sense.

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem

[@kevin-parratt-artist]

Great content, thank you. Sometimes I wish you wouldn't edit/cut your audio so tightly. An extra nano second of breathing space here and there would take off the stress of listening to you.

[@tsd6916]

Agree with this, its a bit like one massive speech with no breathers.

[@kevin-parratt-artist]

@@tsd6916 Thanks 👌

[@junkjournalguy]

Great advice 👍 I tried and failed while setting my phone on my bookshelf while filling a paper dying tutorial until i tries adjusting the angle then hit record...my phone took a high dive into the water acrylic paint mixture It did capture the plunge into the 💧 I snatched it up quickly 'that it wasnt destroyed!

[@ColorChangeCustoms]

Thank you so much for this video! It was very informative, organized nicely, and well-made!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - thanks for the great feedback!

[@TheKimieD]

This is one of the best videos I've watched as I scope for content to help me start creating content. 🙏🏽

[@PrimalVideo]

That's great to hear, Derrick! All the best for your channel! 😊

[@claudialucero4670]

You saved me with your videos. I went to film my first online cheesemaking class with DSLRs and to edit with Sony Vegas Pro and got super stuck and overwhelmed because of the massive learning curve. Used your suggestions with ease and success (used filmaker pro because I hadn't watched your editing video yet). One question, what adapter do you recommend for this little mic to connect to your Pixel? Mine is apparently faulty. Thanks so much!

[@PrimalVideo]

Depends on which Pixel you're using, if it doesn't have a headphone jack you'll need a USBC to headphone jack port (trrs) for this to work

[@GreenGSRao]

Highly useful video Mr.Justin. Thank you so much.

[@PrimalVideo]

Sounds great, you're welcome 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@switzerlandandthephilippines]

Thank you so much for this video! It was really helpful! I film with my android too because I don't have money for an extra cam and my cellphone has a really good cam. May I ask you what is the different to a video cam? I am right that the most difference is the telephoto lens? Thank you in advance for your answer.

[@ecostats51]

Which cellphone (Specific name) have you used to made that video,,??🤔🤔

[@switzerlandandthephilippines]

@@ecostats51 I had the Xiaomi Mi 9 as I started. The quality of my videos you see on my channel I uploaded only HD but 4K would have been possible too. I bought now the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra with which you can film underwater and 8K too. See my latest video is about it. In the meantime I bought too a canon M5 but I prefer to film with cellphone for vlogs because its not so heavy to carry...

[@yuka-youtube]

your room is really nice and organized. every time i am surprised. no dust !

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks!

[@beingadaora9478]

Lol. No dust indeed

[@josh_rit8045]

Can you make a video on pro camera moves that you get get with the dji om4? I just got it and have been using it and I want to get some pro level shots

[@awesomemikeinc]

Thanks for sharing. Really valuable. Saved for when needed.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - that's awesome to hear! 😊

[@SteveSwannJr]

Love your content. I have taken a LOT of your advise. Unfortunately, FilmicPro struggled on my Google Pixel 2XL. It would randomly so the video and others found a similar problem. Sad, it is a cool app. I went back to the stock camera and at least could get a video (even without all the adjustments).

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, Steve!

[@wendydashwood7879]

Thank you! I couldn't work out why I wasn't looking directly at the camera. It was driving me mad! Plus when using the back camera wasn't that flattering for me (being over 60!) so I'm going to use thr front Camera instead. Really helpful video 👍

[@PrimalVideo]

You're very welcome! I'm glad the video helped! Using the front camera sounds like a great idea for easier framing. Best of luck with your videos! 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@MustaphaBandado1]

A video idea (if you can expose your KZbin payment) _How much I made shooting videos with my Phone_

[@nightstarjournal5081]

What a terrific teacher you are, brother! 💥💥💥

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks - Hazel, PV Team

[@RobinsonTour]

Could you create a video showing how we can make our android phones a webcam for zoom meeting? Thanks

[@thatguy-un1yy]

You should probably search on google. I used to have an app for that but i can't seem to remember what its called

[@CreativeThinking52]

Excellent advice. Thanks for sharing. Have a great weekend. 🤗

[@PrimalVideo]

Don't mention it - have a great day! 👍

[@JD..........]

Take a shot every time you hear “content”

[@tjborekvideo]

Love this! I'm an experienced videographer, but I'm a little new to smartphone production and want to improve my production values. Helpful video.

[@PrimalVideo]

So glad you find it helpful 🙏 - Hazel. PV Team

[@plipogamez3173]

I would like to watch a cooking series set in gym, with people working. If done well - KZbin Gold.

[@sandyslifecoaching]

Hi Justin. Explained so well ,clear, fast , to tje point and all relevant points. Thank you!!!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, so glad you enjoyed it Sandy - Hazel, PV Team

[@EE-hi4re]

Anyone using the new Android - are you able to find the camera settings for choosing 4k? I can't find the setting at all

[@davidrus]

This video is so underrated. Great content ! Cheers from Transylvania !

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, cheers! 🥂

[@1.5Koreans0.5American]

Any iPhone users?😂🙋‍♀️

[@calebcodesitall3883]

I am!

[@thatskindacreepystorytelli520]

I literally see you everywhere lol.

[@mscraft_y_4807]

I just stumbled upon your videos. thanks a lot for all the advice on how to really get started. thanks to your videos I have created my water mark using snappa, and through snappa, just now I created my first real thumbnail. you are really doing well... thanks.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - all the best with your channel 👍

[@barrypfoley]

Very well done!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks!

[@Fluffypotatoes4]

Thanks man, this will definitely help me out. Just got to get the lighting right

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome, glad we're able to help - Hazel, PVA Team

[@magnum357225]

Makes me realise why i never make youtube videos for my projects, who has free time to plan all of this out.

[@TruePhil]

1. eye contact slightly below camera level 2. light on focus of vid, natural light or lamps 3. double tap screen to adjust brightness 4. back camera a little better.

[@calebcodesitall3883]

Hey man just wanted to say how much you have helped me! Your videos have helped me so much!

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome - happy to help 👍

[@mohammadbanna5720]

Excellent comprehensive professional videos as always. Thank you Justin.

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome to hear it - you're welcome!

[@sconsyolivierofficial.8294]

Good presentation and clear talking. I have problem in selecting my content as I wish to launch my own youtube channel. Also, I wish to know the least I can get from the little money I have to begin my channel.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, Sconsy - pick the one that interest you most! 👍

[@sundararajanjd6610]

👏 very useful to start filming immediately with my android, thank you.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - all the best!

[@infinitech8]

Thank you for these valuable tips I'm doing anything right now with my phone.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - that's great!

[@johnngatho6520]

Perfect one, Justin. Thanks. I like it that you use a smartphone to film this on using a smartphone to film :-)

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, John - see you on the next video! 😊

[@etmixvideos279]

Same here man. I only use smart phone in my new channel

[@etmixvideos279]

Bless you man. Hope I gain subscribers

[@NakedSageAstrology]

As a mobile detailer, I find this extremely helpful. Thank you!

[@PrimalVideo]

So glad it helped! You're welcome! 😊