How to Film Skateboarding with a Fisheye Lens Part 1 | Stationary Angles | Tactics

[@jordanscoots]

an unsung responsibility with fisheye filming, you kinda touched on it at the end, is that you're in the pits with the skater. they might be trying a trick/line for hours. as a filmer you have to be a motivating force for them- not just for the long haul trick attempts, but when you think there's a better trick they can do at the spot. half the job of a filmer is to prod the rider into trying something outside their comfort zone, something they never thought they could do but you know they can do. you gotta battle it out just as hard as they are, you're in it together, an unspoken bond is formed, forged from the trust between the each other, for one to land the tricks and the other to capture it. thx for coming to my ted talk

[@0skate0]

I will remember that when i am gonna go filming with the homies Thank you

[@herrreinsch]

*This video should be Included in every fisheye package.*

[@sebi_dadan8910]

I agree

[@ninmoron3150]

This feels too good to be free content lmao, thx a lot

[@rileyburnsworth4041]

Dont cheer right away end the clip then cheer unless if its like a ender and u want to cheer to add in the clip. The reason doin this is so when the roll away happens and you go hack to edit u dont get a shouting noise a few seconds from ending the clip.

[@tacticsboardshop]

Agreed! The filmer should stay quiet for a few seconds after the roll away. Sounds of the homies cheering in the background is totally acceptable though! 🍻 - Tim

[@dirtydirtmcgogurt]

@@tacticsboardshop YES!!!!! This is so important! Stay quiet (unless like they said, the clip calls for it), hold the shot, and film for 5 seconds longer than you should. Those are my 3 main things. Really bothers me when the clip ends a split second after the land.

[@jake2turnt]

R man the freestyle teacher!

[@brandonm.4966]

ki

[@skaterbruce]

Tell this to my mom 😂

[@j.clayaraujo9282]

BRO. I JUST made plans to film with a friend tomorrow. Very helpful!

[@severed_lips]

how’d it go?

[@Brodiesoldvids]

man ive never found a skate film tutorial as good as this one, most the stuff I've sort of just worked out from watching so many, but there a few things in here I had absolutely no idea about. this video is amazing! definitely gonna use some of these tips for my next video

[@RubyRoks]

It's incredible how much of this applies to video games like Session and Skater XL

[@andrewmdo3614]

Yo this might be my new fav channel

[@elhubro]

that was really good! seriously, you packed so much good information in there.

[@BillyMOV]

If you have a DSLR Fisheye you can leave the sensor stabilization on, vigs aren't common on DSLR lenses and I find it helps keep camera shake out of the shot when filming lines. But obviously it's smart to play and double check with your setup. On my VX tho turning steady shot off was a must.

[@STIKK12]

thank you for this video, you added alot of things i had to learn by myself ( but still let me learn alot ). perfectly made video ❤❤❤

[@Skate_charly]

Thank you very much for the advice. You explain them perfectly. They will help me a lot. Greetings from Nuevo Leon, Mexico

[@SlickMcWillie]

Love these tutorial videos, keep em up!

[@dirtydirtmcgogurt]

Great Video! There are tips you said that most videos don't even mention. 2 of them that I didn't take seriously when I first started filming... keeping lens clean & keeping the skater hyped. Ruined several film sessions, because there was huge pieces of dust or whatever on lens. I keep a lens pen/blower in my pocket at all times and check the lens every few clips, now. You wouldn't think that you would have to keep the skater hyped, as a filmer. But if the skater gets the vibe that you don't care about filming that, or you aren't invested in filming it... they can lose interest quickly or get pissed. But when you (the filmer) make the skater feel like you want them to get it as badly as they want to get it... It usually goes WAAAAY smoother, and usually ends up being more fun for the skater and the filmer. Plus they'll be more likely to want you to film their next trick. But yeah, loved the video! Excellent advice!

[@saarimann]

Best filming tutorial there is. Nice one!

[@tacticsboardshop]

Thanks for checking it out, Alexander!

[@n1k042]

Thanks, can't wait till part two

[@jurijtarded]

Best skateboarding content on the whole internet❤

[@Spootyskater]

Just got my first fisheye yesterday. So glad this series exists!

[@mackash]

So you bought a gopro? Standard fisheye camera?

[@thomasholkham4608]

I used to skate hard core but recently got back into it from a 2 year break I still got kickflips but I can't do shit like heelflips varial flips (used to have on lock) I've lost all confidence so I decided to go out and get a cam corder so I can still chill with the homies and I don't feel obligated to get my on clips ☺️

[@48peon]

Key to the best skate video=> pan to include a silhouette of a dog. Extra bonus if it's an bull dog.

[@giovannipaone4162]

i usually dont stop filming right away after someone lands something because they might do something cool after the clip

[@able1039]

Nicely gone!

[@bulelanibotman]

this is some useful information right here, thank you

[@alaya-vijnana9163]

Thanks for the motivation and knowledge 🖐

[@mohanadm2989]

🔥plz part 2

[@michaeldennis8258]

can someone PLEASE tell me the camera used on 3:17

[@tommygordon8451]

Thanks dude that helped me so much for a beginner filmer like myself🤙

[@digunderwater5395]

find a sweet spot F stop for your lens. Most of the time when you have a low F stop around f2 you will have a lot of more chromatic abboration also a high f stop may have less focus in the center. My sweet spot for my cam is around f6.

[@fletzyproductions1190]

This is the kind of content you would have to pay for to watch

[@fletzyproductions1190]

Thank you for bringing this free content to us.

[@farquid9745]

wow this is the first video that has no dislikes

[@jhurtado92]

Awesome video! Thank you for the tips. I’ve always had a hard time filming with a fish eye. But now imma try these tips. Would you be able to make a tutorial on taking pictures with a fisheye for skateboarding??

[@TheLibraryCo]

Me: Mom can we have Mike Manzoori In Focus? Mom: No, we have Mike Manzoori In Focus at home. Mike Manzoori In Focus at home:

[@andrewtran694]

lmffaooo😭😭miss those In Focus episodes they were so good

[@Hemispherengine]

Awesomeee!!!!!

[@hectorchainlock6953]

Great that this exists but didn’t Ride Channel with manzoori and houghten cover all of that years ago :D

[@JZRtekstarr]

Mega dope tips. Thanks tactics. How about a sweepstakes?

[@Giesela0815]

That was good, thanks!

[@dunnyify]

Great tips!

[@lorcanmurnaghan1644]

Awesome video

[@joeyd8038]

Hey! what lens do you have on your panasonic?

[@fernandoreyes680]

Great video

[@markfriday]

Finally!

[@cerberus1994]

how do you get that circular vignette effect, I have a sony a7iv and the fish eye lenses that I see are full frame but I actually really like the vignette look. Should i get one for a crop sensor or should i vignette in post or something else?

[@sardanapalos]

you bought a 3k camera to film skate? pfff add it in post sonyboy

[@MilkshakeSkateboarding]

Can we get some long lens tutorials?

[@juschot6699]

sick

[@majorhurricane3712]

Imagine if we could see all the fish lense clips in 4k 60fps and from a different angle

[@superskateboardingentertai9228]

I can't skate anymore because of a torn meniscus. I've started filming And In feel like a little kid again learning actually a new proffession. It's harder than I thought.

[@commitoreatshit4222]

Hey great video! Can you recommend some great dslr fisheye lenses for Canon? Greatly appreciated!

[@tacticsboardshop]

The Rokinon fisheyes are pretty good! 👍

[@DiegoMoreno-ie9iz]

please mr tim from tactics boardshop part 2

[@Sophia-zb5nv]

I have a problem... I'm skateboarding on the left leg and with the right i push. But when i want to try a trick i have the left leg on the tail and the right in front, so when i want to ollie when i ride i cant rely on the right leg lmao . So, what do i have to do??

[@tacticsboardshop]

So there's two things you can do. You can either force yourself to learn to push with your left foot and your right foot forward and commit to Goofy stance (which I recommend because it's useful to be able to push both ways!), or you can push Mongo Goofy. Mongo pushing is when you push with your front foot, which will let you keep your left foot in the back and push with your right foot which returns to the front after pushing. Mongo pushing however is relatively frowned upon in skate culture and you may encounter some unfortunate teasing. But if you don't care about the haters, you can brush all that off and just rock it. Just do whatever is the most fun, because that's the true core of skateboarding. Cheers! - Tim

[@Sophia-zb5nv]

@@tacticsboardshop Thanks a lot!! Really helpful!! I'll try my best!

[@ninoydayritvideoworks]

What version of easy handle is that?

[@oglegendsk8ratspetethebeas721]

Seattle Garfield high school I used to film Cory Kennedy with Shane Auckland owner of Sk8rats look up on KZbin thanks for sharing

[@n1k042]

What camera where you using

[@tacticsboardshop]

There was a bunch of different footage from different cameras in this video, but the cam I was doing most of the demonstrations with is the Sony HXR-NX3. - Tim

[@n1k042]

@@tacticsboardshop thanks

[@STIKK12]

@@tacticsboardshop TYSMMMMM

[@ghostly3716]

Sorry do you ship to the uk?

[@tacticsboardshop]

Yes we do! 💖

[@hunteroleary]

when it comes to filming skate videos what focus mode is gonna be the best to get consistent focus on the skater? should i just be using a tracking autofocus mode or preset my focus with manual? thanks!

[@tacticsboardshop]

It depends on what kind of shot you're going for. For most cases you'll just have it set to tracking autofocus, especially with follow filming because it's so dynamic. But if you have your shot set up and you want to get creative with your focal length, then give it a try. Feel free to experiment with different settings and get some cool shots! 👍 - Tim

[@omarsuarez6147]

Any fisheye lens you'd recommend? I use a Sony ccd trv99, do I need an adapter?

[@tacticsboardshop]

You'll probably need an adapter unless you can find a fisheye lens with the same thread/filter diameter. I can't really recommend a specific lens unless I know what kind of threads/mounting method the camera has. I tried to look up the filter size of the Sony ccd trv99, but I couldn't find the specs. It should say on the camera right by the lens. Once you have that bit of info, then look for a lens that is that size or one that is close enough to use an adapter. But don't get a lens that needs a huge adapter because you'll end up getting a huge full circle vignette. (unless you want that look) Just do a lot of thorough research and I'm sure you'll find the right lens. Good luck! 📹🛹🙏 - Tim

[@Heyy.its.C]

Thank you for this post, it was very informative! I have a DSLR but am wanting to get into the camcorder world. Is there a camcorder that you would recommend? I’m looking for one that I can put a fish eye on but then that also has a built-in zoom in and zoom out. At the moment I can either only find a camcorder that I can put a fisheye on but doesn’t have built in zoom or the other way around to where it does have built-in zoom in and zoom out but I can’t attach a fisheye/wide lens

[@tacticsboardshop]

There's so many camera options out there now! It just takes a lot of research and familiarizing yourself with all the components and terminology of camera equipment so you know what to look for. It helps if you know what kind of fisheye lenses are available so you can get a camera that is compatible with one of the lenses. Some of the most popular cameras in skateboarding right now (besides the vx1000) are the Panasonic AG-HVX200 and the Panasonic AG-HPX170. (Although they film on P2 cards which are expensive and kinda annoying to use). Search for "Prosumer" level camcorders and you'll find a bunch of great options. Have fun researching! 📹👍 - Tim

[@Heyy.its.C]

@@tacticsboardshop thank you for responding! really appreciate the help!!

[@sardanapalos]

@@tacticsboardshop what about any newer ones? like the Panasonic HC-X2000 or canon xc 15.... any recomendation on that era of camcorders? thanks in advance

[@DiegoMoreno-ie9iz]

please tim part 2

[@inknolovia4720]

I now just need someone to film because all my friends don’t skate

[@NovakStinton]

What is the third camera in the intro the tiny one next to the dslr camera. What is it called

[@tacticsboardshop]

That's a little Samsung camcorder. I don't remember the exact model, but it's a decent option for a budget camera. 👍- Tim

[@NovakStinton]

@@tacticsboardshop lmk if you find out the model but thanks anyway 🙏

[@STIKK12]

PLEEEASE SOMEBODY TELL ME THE NAME/S OF THE CAMERAS USED N THIS VIDEO

[@17jacob]

what camera would you recommend? i need a new one

[@tacticsboardshop]

That's a tough question, because there's a lot of good cameras out there. You'll need to find something that's within your budget, and also something that has a compatible fisheye that's also within your budget. You could actually pick the fisheye you want first, and then start looking for cameras that will accommodate that lens. If you're wanting to do a lot of Long-Lens filming, then I wouldn't get a DSLR because they're zooming capabilities are limited. Instead look for a camcorder, (not the tiny handy cam ones) that have a smooth zoom and good tracking and stabilization for those buttery looking long lens shots. You also need to decide if you want to film in HD or SD, and if you want a camera that uses tapes or memory cards. If you do go the tape route, you'll have to get some extra equipment (computer with firewire port, firewire cable, capture cam, etc.) so that's an extra hurdle. There's way too many things to cover in a KZbin comment, but just be diligent and take your time researching, looking at test footage and making sure it's compatible with your lens/handle/mic or whatever other accessories you plan on using. The most popular camera brands in skateboarding are Panasonic and Sony, (and RED if you're a huge company, but who can afford that!?) Researching camera stuff can be overwhelming sometimes, but when you find the right camera, you'll know it and get stoked about it. Cheers and Good Luck!!! 🍻🛹- Tim

[@TheNahrstedt]

What camcorder?

[@alfiecochrane1061]

What’s the handle on the right at 1:44?

[@fletzyproductions1190]

The one on the left is definetly a cam caddie scorpion

[@thatskaterfreak9115]

should my cameras fisheye lens have a border/vignetting

[@tacticsboardshop]

It totally depends on your camera/lens combo. Some camera/lenses have a full circle vignette, and some have a full frame and it totally depends on the aesthetic that you're going for. It's not a bad thing if your camera has a vignette if that's something you like. It's important to research the cameras and lenses you're investing into so that you know if it's going to have a vignette or not. You can zoom in a little bit and make the vignette disappear, but you'll be limiting the fisheye's distortion effects if you zoom in too much.

[@thatskaterfreak9115]

@@tacticsboardshop cool, thanks for responding. I bought a lens and because of my camera sensor its basically zoomed in so it became a full frame fisheye

[@SUAAVI]

2:04 is that a dvx100???????

[@tacticsboardshop]

The one at 2:04 isn't a dvx100, but there is one sitting in the line up at 0:24!

[@ProdByClockwerk]

@ 5:00 Or just be a G like Beagle and use your shirt haha.

[@Stezzymf]

I learn how to film skate clips from session skate sim

[@3cmos.]

what sony camera model?

[@tacticsboardshop]

The DSLR is the Sony A7III, the camcorder is the Sony HXR-NX3. 👍

[@paulomenezes3400]

My dream is to have a film of these but today the cell phone ended these film players

[@superskateboardingentertai9228]

Does a fisheye lose focus when zooming in And out?

[@tacticsboardshop]

Yep, if you zoom in too much with a fisheye lens on everything will go blurry.

[@xname97]

What's fhe fisheye on the HVX??

[@zumachu]

It's just an Opteka 72mm 0.3X fisheye. I'm too poor for a century optics lens! 📹😭😂

[@milessnodgrass4419]

What camera is at 0:54

[@tacticsboardshop]

It's a Sony HXR-NX3 👍 - Tim

[@bredtooshredoutdoors9013]

What’s the lens used on that as well?

[@karsenic6436]

What camera and lens are you using?

[@tacticsboardshop]

There are several different camera and lens setups in this video. The one on the Sony A7 DSLR is a Rokinon fisheye, and the bigger death lens on the Sony NX3 is just an Opteka. If the Opteka lens gets smashed, it doesn't hurt the wallet as bad as a Century Optics Xtreme lens. 😅 - Tim

[@gabrielherrera4643]

Please tell these filmers that filming like strobeck makes their parts look corny

[@skaterdudeprodutions]

For real so sick of seeing close ups of dudes faces throughout 80% of the video

[@lvg3ngar]

Who the hell disliked

[@digunderwater5395]

use manual focus instead of auto focus

[@rafaf1lm]

I have all the gear to film I just don’t know who I could film bc I don’t have any skate homies

[@Flips2Clips]

Thanks, I'm really into filming skating. I actually just made my first tutorial on how I edit hd fisheye clips. It's on my channel if anyone wants to check it out

[@seang.6901]

you need to get closer dude. and buy a century

[@mackash]

Just use a gopro. They are all fish eye. Cant even watch surf vid these days without it all warped and twisted by them useless cameras. Everything looks far away and 20ft surf looks like 2 ft. And it also gives illusion that a skate trick is more complex than it really is. Get rid of them. Ban fisheye.

[@hardbass_crew_hauptschule8236]

Maybe i really am the only one, but i hate how skateboarding is filmed. For me there is nothing worse than the close up shots from beneath a rail against the sun. Another thing that i cant stand is when the camera moves while a trick is being performed. Everything gets blurry and the only way to actually see the trick is slomo. And why do filmers play so much with zoom all the time? I would rather have a tripod than some excited cameraman for my part. In almost any video i watch i wish the camerman would take 5 steps backward so the viewer could actually appreciate the spot

[@STIKK12]

ive always liked, i think its super creative and completely different than any other filming. Its also something only skaters can relate to ( basically its like a IYKYK thing ). i like it so much im evengetting into being a filmer, but im guessing its an acquired taste, but trust me try to get into it, and if you dont like excited people who are spending time to record you thats ok ig. ( i know this comment of yours is like from 2 years ago but it peaked my interest. hope your still into skating lol )

[@usingtubes]

please stop using fisheye, it sucks lol

[@STIKK12]

it doesnt really ( well atleast IVE always liked it ) ,but if you try hard enough youll acquire the taste

[@360dereceaz]

They is such a cool explanation. Thanks man!