Watch BEFORE buying a light for video & filmmaking

[@patataeve]

Every video jumps straight to "make it cinematic" but thank god you are explaining the real basics, thank you!

[@MrPaulXavier]

Thank you for noticing! 💪🏻🔥

[@DrJacobGoodin]

Where was this video when I was starting my channel?? Seriously, amazing tutorial. You know how to teach.

[@vincentpolisi]

This is unquestionably the best and most comprehensive intro to lighting I've seen.

[@MrPaulXavier]

Thank you! That was the goal 🔥

[@chrisdickersonfilms]

Completely agree. Really solid instruction

[@CalebKinchlow]

@@MrPaulXavier I agree. I’ve seen a lot of production videos and this is by far the most comprehensive for people starting out. Excellent job. Just subscribed

[@unquestionabletv]

You called?

[@ongoingawakening4257]

Yes, thank you for a great intro lesson!

[@maksiksq]

My budget is 10$ so im gonna duct tape a sheet of paper to my desk lamp

[@maksiksq]

update: I found a silk-ish bag and used it instead and oh my god I don't know why but it works pretty well, it's far from an actual softbox but it really looks visibly different and softer I kid you not, this is a somewhat viable budget solution.

[@kodypickern4237]

This is pretty common to do. Back in the day we used Home Depot shop lights and diffused them. Lighting has become SO much more affordable in the last 10 years but not buying equipment shouldn’t be a reason to not create. Keep doing what you are doing, learning, and creating.

[@32bitDK]

Pillow casing works too ;D

[@Maliceofdallas]

I recommend the Newwer Fyre Exxtinguisher 90C

[@MalensekLuka]

You still have 10 bucks left in your budget 💪🏻

[@ARLR1994]

Lighting the subject as the same color with the bg light source then offsetting it with the camera Kelvin is such a hack! Thank you so much, you saved a life!

[@JetBlizzard]

Holy moly this was like 3 years of lighting teaching done in one simple video. Well done!

[@hivac]

this guy is the best! Buy his course!!! It will get you started and carry you forward. Highly recommend it.

[@MrPaulXavier]

Thanks so much!

[@101touchapps]

am actually saving up for it. guy knows his stuff

[@alexandremotylewski9502]

Sending this message from France and believe me or not, I never ever comment on videos. That's one of the very first time I do it because the quality of your content is above all expectations and it blows my mind. Thank u so much for this video !

[@MrPaulXavier]

Wow, thank you! Glad it helped

[@aqubouri]

I bought his course and manged to get from a novice to a professional in less than a month, he is very generous in terms of the info and insights he provides. He is becoming my reference in all things digital regarding content creation.

[@MrPaulXavier]

Thanks so much for writing this. You made my day!

[@nataliakravcuk6431]

Thank you so much for sharing I am thinking to buy a course but I am afraid a bit I'm not fluent English speaking but I like the energy and the way that creator explains everything😊

[@yayklede7576]

I don't think I ever owed so much to a single content creator. Your content is highly valuable and top notch. Thank you for sharing your valuable experience with us 🙏

[@Kynetguy]

I like the way you explain lighting concepts. Everyone doesn’t want to”cinematic. You arm people with knowledge that should allow them to land with the lighting they want.

[@MrPaulXavier]

That's my goal!

[@scoobydadog246]

I second that! I'm not a YT or any 'creator' - but since we often need to be on video now for things like interviews, meetings; etc. I do want to know how to present myself in the best light possible - pun intended :) , And for me - at a very low cost b/c I don't want to invest in 100s of dollars of equipment for my purposes. Learning the principles allows me to apply them as I can with what I have for now.

[@Kynetguy]

@@scoobydadog246 Something else on lighting you don't see many people talk about is white light color. Sometimes changing color temp from 4000K to 5500K will make drastic changes in a scene. I don't know how to explain that, as one would think White Balance would make that not relevant.

[@Sami-gn8ij]

THE BEST VIDEO OUT THERE, I watched many many video and i didn't get the difference between lights and here i'm watching your video and understand every single detail i was looking for

[@MrPaulXavier]

Wow, thanks! That was our goal 🔥

[@troywalt4834]

Bro I've watched tons of video on lighting and yours is the only one that really gives a comprehensive overview of all lighting solutions and how effective they are. Basically this is the most professional and easily understandable video on lighting that I know of so thank you a ton for this content. You just earned a new subscribers

[@roamingroe]

I am blown away by the ease of which you unpack the technical jargon and make it digestible. Learnt more practical lighting tricks in this video than I did in three years of film school. Thanks!

[@sacuva_dng]

Probably the best, most entertaining yet easy-to-understand video on literally everything you need to know about lighting. You really have covered it all, thank you!

[@luis_balmaceda]

This is the BEST video I have found on KZbin explaining lighting for content. Building my studio at home, and watching this video saved me tons of time. THANK YOU!

[@MrPaulXavier]

Wow, thanks!

[@javierlombardo6213]

when i find some one like you, i get hipnotized, its meditation with information, thanks for your dedication

[@melysagodoy9557]

Literally gave me the knowledge I needed in order to buy the recommended/ proper tools as a beginner and even gave directions to the sites where we can buy the gear, just ordered all my stuff! Had no idea where to begin and now I do, really appreciate this helpful vid, keep it up!

[@MrPaulXavier]

Glad I could help!

[@ailo4x4]

For a guy who films while travelling on off-road adventures, I went with LED panels. They save a ton of space and do the trick. I got the small soft boxes that strap to them and pop out when you need them. Very pleased with how they work for my needs.

[@luke-w5j5j]

Does it also work when you film when the sun is going down?

[@henrycolestage7650]

@luke-w5j5j Of course, I use them as fill lights. But they will never replace actual sunlight.

[@agathambrose]

Did you get these on Amazon? Can I get a link?

[@NexStageChannel]

@luke-w5j5j absolutely! and in the dead of night as well.

[@NexStageChannel]

@@agathambrose I'm in the UK so my link would not work for you but look for these: "NEEWER 2 Pack Upgraded RGB 660 PRO II LED Video Light". Remember, good lights are not cheap and cheap lights are not good. Buy once, cry once! ;-) And these are cheap compared to the really top of the line stuff like Aperature lights. Cheers!

[@TheProfessorOfNothing]

This is the best instructional lighting video I've seen on KZbin. Excellent explanation. Great breakdown of characteristics, features, and tradeoffs. It's worth the 20 minutes. Trust me.

[@theescobarfamilia]

Wow wow wow. I just want to say that I’ve watched more than a handful of videos about lights… this one was hands down the best one. You explained everything I had questions about. Thank you! ❤

[@trevorwgoodchildx]

Definitely the best video I've seen on camera lighting. I have much of what you demo'd already and it's great to see I'm on the right track with my lantern softbox around my Amaran 60D light, sony A6300 SLR and a Neewer 700W softbox as a key light. I tested it out for the first time yesterday and wasn't happy with my face's lighting - and I realize watching your video I had the lantern key light too far away creating a narrower beam of hard light, and I need to get it arm's length away at that 45 degree angle. Such gold man, thanks for the value add.

[@abuframes]

Hey what a wonderful content you've created here. I think I've never seen so much peace, confidence and clearance in a youtuber haha New sub!

[@darealest1nbmore]

You explained lighting better than any other KZbinr out there, thank you!

[@Glen.Danielsen]

Just one other: Hair light/face accent light. But this is the best, clearest, most intelligent and concise video on lighting for creators ever. Thanks mammothly much!

[@JimDaneker]

As others have said, this might be the best "quick study" on lighting I've ever seen on KZbin. Fantastic stuff!

[@seanferres]

dude. this video is more helpful than the 100 videos I've watched on lighting so far combined. you earned a sub today

[@MrPaulXavier]

Awesome, thank you!

[@patriciavision]

You explained everything regarding lighting really well. I like that you used examples and specific details. Yes, one of the best videos about lighting

[@icanvendetta]

"Size matters but distance also matters "🗿🔥

[@Alloniya]

Lol 😂

[@tiffanypittman04]

I've watched so many videos on lighting and this has been the best so far. Thank you!

[@zionbrock]

By far the best lighting video I’ve seen. I learned more in this video than the last dozen other lighting videos.

[@MrPaulXavier]

Glad it helped!

[@MrRedstoneready]

7:20, keep in mind some bi-color panels have seperate dials for the cool and warm, so if you need to you can turn both to their max for full brightness

[@poisonels8023]

Incredible. This really is the best video on light I've seen in years.

[@MrPaulXavier]

Wow, thank you!

[@Kictor]

This is the best video on lighting I've ever watched. Thank you so much!

[@dameanvil]

- 03:44 💡 **Softboxes are versatile diffusion tools**: Available in various shapes (octabox, parabolic, rectangular, strip), they soften light and the bigger the softbox, the softer the light will be. - 04:01 🎯 **Grids focus light**: Attaching a grid to a softbox controls light spill, focusing it more on the subject and preventing light from spreading onto the background. - 04:26 🔄 **Lantern softboxes spread light**: Ideal for lighting multiple people in a scene, casting light in all directions but prone to light spill. - 04:53 🧵 **Diffusion panels are compact alternatives**: Simple materials like silk or nylon can be placed between a light and subject for soft, even lighting in tight spaces. - 05:40 ☀️ **Daylight-balanced lights**: Fixed at 5600K, they are budget-friendly and widely used for online content creation but offer less flexibility. - 06:08 🔄 **Bi-color lights for flexibility**: Allow shifting between cool and warm tones, essential for adjusting to mixed lighting environments but sacrifice some output. - 08:04 🌈 **RGB lights for creative control**: RGB lights offer full color customization for dynamic scenes, allowing you to evoke specific moods but come at a higher cost. - 08:48 🚫 **Ring lights aren't ideal for cinematic lighting**: They can cause unflattering skin tones, lack proper diffusion, and offer less versatility compared to other lights. - 09:29 🎥 **Single-point lights are versatile**: Popular among creators, they support various modifiers like softboxes, offer high power, and provide flexibility in lighting setups. - 10:22 🧩 **LED panels are space-saving**: Larger and naturally softer than single-point lights but lack the ability to easily attach modifiers. - 11:35 🔦 **Tube lights are versatile but secondary**: Best for filling tricky spaces or adding practical lighting in a scene, though not recommended as a first choice. - 12:35 ⚖️ **Consider CRI and TLCI ratings**: Ensure lights have high color accuracy (95+ rating) for consistent and natural results. - 13:00 🔋 **Power and battery options matter**: Higher wattage gives more intensity, and battery compatibility is crucial for shoots away from outlets. - 14:13 🎉 **Special effects and app control**: Modern lights often come with features like effects for creative scenes and app interfaces for easy adjustments.

[@delaliphotography]

This tutorial video is one of the best I have watched on KZbin so far. You did an amazing job with this. This video really deserves a million views. 🔥🔥🔥

[@dumspyrospero]

Probably the most structured and surely one of the best video on light equipment on youtube right now🔥

[@MrPaulXavier]

Thank you!

[@sybillaszal7218]

The most comprehensive video about lightning I’ve ever watched. Thank you for that!

[@ishepard2]

There's a bunch of things to consider. There's the inverse square law that basically means that the farther away your lighting sources are, the more power you need on them to produce the light that you had when it was close to you. Also the fact that once you add a soft box to a light source, you're spreading the light out, yes, but you're also reducing the overall output because that same amount of light is now being redirected and flattened out over a wider area. So if you go with a very large soft box you will need a very powerful light in it to evenly distribute the light and have it remain as powerful as it was before.

[@EnduroStanis]

Pretty much complete coverage of all main types of light and modifiers. Very useful, thank you!

[@Vighnesh.M.Productions]

Something you did not mention but is important to note 11:38: LED panels used in studio lighting can produce aliased shadows due to their design. Each panel consists of many individual LEDs, not a single light source. As a result, each LED casts its own shadow, leading to multiple overlapping, slightly offset shadows. This creates a jagged or aliased shadow effect, as the individual light points are not perfectly aligned.

[@coin777]

Not it you use a softbox which you should

[@stuppittyhed]

Silence !!!

[@JamesKerLindsay]

This is such a great video. I wish I had this when I was starting out. It would have saved me several years of experimentation. Getting lighting right is so important, and yet incredibly difficult.

[@MrPaulXavier]

Glad it was helpful!

[@IAMmajesticmuzik]

Great video. Absolutely loved it, but one small correction. The graphic at 2:53 is incorrect. Physics wise, light gets softer dimmer and bigger when increasing distance and smaller but brighter with harder edges when decreasing distance. Just use a regular flashlight on a wall. Observe for yourself what happens the closer you get to the wall with it. Inverse square law is a real thing. Also sunrise and sunset can be considered soft because the sun is further away than noon when it's directly overhead (Closer and a harder source). Then you can get into nuances of a cloudy overcast situation which can also be considered soft. Anyways great video otherwise.

[@ArcadeStudioPodcast]

all correct except for the sunrise sunset thing... the sun is never closer to the earth in different parts of the day, The real difference is that when it's lower down it's passing through more of the denser atmosphere and refracting more than when coming straight down from above.

[@outdooradventureseries]

Excellent tutorial. I am launching an interview-based video podcast for my client, and I have a tight footprint in which to work. Your video has been the most helpful I have seen. Your course is of great value and worth investing in.

[@lpentertainment7995]

@ 7:00 I'm not classically trained, and most of the stuff I've learned has been from YT. Anyway, I thought I understood setting the camera for natural white, but I really didn't until you explained how it works. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

[@MrPaulXavier]

You’re welcome!

[@jengisel]

Never have I ever understood a lighting video more in my life thank you for this info

[@MrPaulXavier]

You are so welcome!

[@elisabethwaller8232]

This was SOOO helpful as I jump into videography coming from photography. Exactly what I needed to know to make a light purchase. Thank you! "Wake up a demon from the underworld" 🤣

[@MrPaulXavier]

Glad it was helpful!

[@OldSchoolPatrick]

Another AWESOME video from Content Creators! I'm taking the "14-Day Filmmaker" course right now, and am only maybe 20% through it, but it is incredible, and only $48--just dirt-cheap for what you get. I cannot recommend it highly enough. The lifetime access is great, though there is an additional cost if you want to get updates to the course, I forgot the amount, but it was pretty reasonable, under $20 but I don't remember the exact amount. Maybe someone from Content Creators can say.

[@popoolaolaoye]

watching your video and your ad playing on it is the best flex ever

[@MrPaulXavier]

Hahaha thank you 😂

[@keithbrown454]

Props to you man! You really broke down the fundamentals in this video about lighting and many of the things that are associated with it. I really enjoyed it. Thank you.

[@AyannaCriswell]

Thank you for uploading this! It was super informative.

[@MrPaulXavier]

You're very welcome!

[@firerossaert6202]

Incredibly clear, consistent, lot of knowledge sharing in this video, thank you so much:)

[@robcam817]

Why didn't you recommend the Godox SL60W? It's one of the lights you recommend in your course, (which I bought based on your recommendation). Seems you liked all of these lights better.

[@MayaWeatherall]

You are an amazing teacher and taught this for a beginner like me very well. I'm subscribed!

[@r1sky756]

2:16 yk what else is massive

[@CookWithWoof]

Thanks so much! I was really feeling frustrated about my videos not looking as good as others but knowing it’s a light issue is gonna be so helpful moving forward!

[@MMLeatherCraft]

This was great. Zero wasted time. Thank you!

[@SourabhVourabh]

One of the most comprehensive videos I've seen on KZbin! Thank you so much.

[@Knutacious]

Did anyone else smell popcorn at 6:17?

[@MrPaulXavier]

🤣 so true

[@justinkd]

Phenomenal video! Absolutely killed this video in terms of production and quality

[@alottafrancium]

That balancing filter tip was a mind blowing tip! 🤯 so much knowledge value in this video.

[@kodypickern4237]

Great job explaining all of this in a simple way. I’ll share this with my clients to help them get started on their own projects.

[@PatchedBandit]

10:31 if the diffuser is the same size as the led panel it's only there to reduce the strenght of the light.

[@LittleTalksWithMyles]

Wow... I needed this, I am focusing in on the video side of things and have been struggling with light and balance. This helped a ton!

[@logangrimnar3800]

As a reptule keeper I have been looking for the perfect way to simulate natural lighting for my animals and this video was more informative than most reptile tutorials! Thank you for this. The only part I'm struggling with is finding a lightsource that will simulate everything from sunset to dusk in terms of color and temperature, then rigging it to an auto timer.

[@tedhall1476]

Great tutorial. Clear at every step. This is a refresher for me... but I sure coulda used this breakdown back in the day!

[@femiadedeji]

I really didn't have enough time on my hands when I came across your video, but could not believe I watched it all in that one sitting - for 21 minutes. OMG! God bless you for doing this. You saved a life!

[@MrPaulXavier]

Wow, thank you!

[@femiadedeji]

@@MrPaulXavier Im surely registering for the course.

[@MrPaulXavier]

Love it! 💪🏻🔥

[@i_am_raah]

Really really appreciate the amount of work that’s gone into this video to help us understand everything we need to know about lighting! 🙏

[@MrPaulXavier]

Glad it was helpful!

[@livingwithdisabilities]

I love the tip to first user bi-color to set the colour temperature to the practical lights and then use the white balance in camera to change it to all white, very simple and very powerful

[@GlebBadanov-o2u]

Hi Anthony! I’ve not even watched till the end of this video to be sure that’s extremely useful for me as a beginner, Million, no Billion thanks to you!

[@xzouix]

Thank you for sharing the knowledge! 3 minutes in and I already learned a lot. Seems like I clicked on the right video.

[@louisegabriellediaz1491]

Please more detailed video like this! I am amazed at how you combed this topic perfectly!

[@CorinneClassic]

Thank you. I purchased a lantern light months ago and it is still in its packaging. Time to unpack it. Have to say I really like how well you communicate and make things feel manageable.

[@MrPaulXavier]

Glad it was helpful!

[@qandhi]

you are a beast! I can't explain how much value this video has provided me man! thanks so much bro!!! Please keep doing these videos, I support you!

[@HenaHaq]

honestly I'm doctor and get into the details of everything and this was a fantastic video - sold on everything thank you !

[@Tee_anoke]

This is the BEST video I’ve come across. Thank you so much for explaining in DETAIL!!

[@MrPaulXavier]

You are so welcome!

[@raziel8799]

I rarely comment but this video was very helpful for a beginner, I watched already 5 other ones and this is by far the best. Thanks a lot!

[@koparalte9426]

I just want to say "THANK YOU". This is one of the best explanation video I have come across and I did watch TONS of them.. :)

[@photographiezautrement]

Lantern can be used with skirts : no spill and several levels of directivity. Way more versatile than an octobox.

[@kylieadams-collier7928]

Thankyou for steering me in the right direction! I'm looking forward to improving my videos going forward. 😁

[@UncleJessy]

I still to this day struggle with lighting for my videos. This video was fantastic! I might go for that large softbox & loving that lantern softbox to help fill my studio space while recording

[@EdTrainerTv]

Hello, I want to sincerely thank you for your incredible video "Content Creators: Watch THIS Before Buying a Light for Videos and Filming." The detailed and thorough approach to every aspect, from specific recommendations to secondary considerations like CRI and power, reflects your dedication and deep expertise. As a content creator, this video has been immensely helpful in guiding informed decisions about equipment. Thank you for sharing such valuable insights and for presenting them in such an accessible and well-structured way. I look forward to watching more content like this in the future. Best regards,

[@EsEf125]

Well made video. Very educational and I learned so much from this. I currently dont make any videos but have been interested for quite some time. Appreciate the work put in to make this video!

[@InêsHolisticWellness]

This was the best video, so informative. For someone who knew nothing, this was INCREDIBLE

[@emanuelefortunati]

This is the best video about light source I found on KZbin!

[@unashamed6457]

This is by far the best beginner friendly video on lighting thanks

[@MrPaulXavier]

Glad you think so!

[@bradleyseelal1885]

Of all the videos I’ve watched I finally understand warmer temperatures and bi colors

[@MrPaulXavier]

🔥💪🏻💪🏻

[@MollyKeyser]

Ok this was super helpful. Just bought the neewer light and grid softbox via your links, thanks!

[@hanfpeter4190]

Getting into lighting rn and this amazing vid is only 10 days old, perfect timing (:

[@MrPaulXavier]

love to hear that!

[@lylyluvda916]

I can't tell yii how many videos I watched. This one made the most sense to me. Thank you!

[@Ghustie]

Amaran recently released two new budget friendly full color LED panels, pano 60c and 120c. You can get a kit of two 60c's for the price of one of the older p60c's, the kit also includes softboxes and stands for both lights! Great value!

[@rmzstudio8229]

Bro this short had me wanting to see the whole thing. Great amazing job is am understatement. Just purchased 2 MC lights for $80 so basically 2 for price of 1

[@Jesse-t7x]

This video was so helpful as I’m beginning to take my filmmaking serious. Glad I found it❤️

[@anne_pesch]

HAD TO LAUUUGH! HAHAHA the demon and the alarm..😂😂😂😂 great video! thank you so so much!! helped a lot!

[@MrPaulXavier]

Haha gotta be careful with those super bright lights 😂😂

[@marieta.s]

I am new to lighting so I have learned a few things from your video. Your explanation was very useful to me.

[@anilaboutme]

Your content is just simply amazing. I normally wouldn't even consider buying a course because there is so much good content online but your videos are just packed with good information. Love the delivery also. Good job. Looking forward checking it out.

[@MrPaulXavier]

Glad you enjoy it! Really appreciate you taking the time to write this ❤️🔥

[@ablemediaproductions]

Easily the best, and most well presented, explaination of what lights work for each situation and why I have ever seen on KZbin. New sub.

[@MrPaulXavier]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SurvivingMenopause]

14 day film maker course is insane, and quite frankly the best course I have ever bought!

[@MrPaulXavier]

Thank you so much!

[@pulledfocusmedia]

Thank you for this video! I’ve been having so many questions go unanswered in film school that you answered in 20 damn minutes ‼️

[@ATLTRANSPORTER2]

I am a member of 14 Day Filmmaker. Thanks for this incredible training.

[@MrPaulXavier]

Our pleasure!