Sony A6000 Best Video Settings

[@leemurray9330]

Watching this in 2019 with my brand new A6000. Excellent quick start guide here. Thank you!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks. Still a great camera, and an excellent value.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@Don Mega Understood.

[@chacehart7286]

Your narration is AMAZING. It sounds so thoughtful and genuine. If you ave grandkids-they must adore you.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's kind of you to say, age-ist, but kind.

[@jonathanaidanmusic6]

Thank you! I'm a musician and have been using the a A6000 for 18 months. I have always used the default settings but recently decided to up my knowledge of shooting video. This instantly takes my game to the next level!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

This is my favourite kind of comment - so nice to know that my videos are helpful.

[@NinePointFive]

I am but a lowly Twitch streamer and this guide was INSANELY helpful. It went above and beyond the typical settings tutorial but was somehow super easy to follow. My video already looks 1000 times better. Thank you!!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad it helped! Thanks for taking the time to comment with your kind words.

[@tazui1982]

Whoa, you are a magician. I bougt a6000 16 months ago for my wife but we havent been using it at all since. We have recently started making KZbin videos and thanks to your video I have learnt lotsa new things about my old camera.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I'm so happy to hear that I'm helping you enjoy your camera. Thanks for the kind words.

[@sophianicholsonkeener8235]

I've been watching all of your videos. I don't know much about cameras or photography at all, but your videos are very calming during a tumultuous time. Thank you for all of your work -- please stay healthy and safe 💕💕

[@MaartenHeilbron]

How kind of you to take the time to comment. If you are enjoying my videos, may I recommend: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnXLd2iJq9yJiKs and kzbin.info/www/bejne/oXSqYYR4h6t4pqc.

[@photografulprofesionist6842]

It's incredible how many detailed details you can give on KZbin. I own 2 pieces of Sony A6000 cameras. And one camera I use only for photo and the other camera I use only for filming. it helps a lot. I gladly follow all your posts on youTube.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's awesome! Thanks for your kind words, appreciated.

[@CG-qv7rl]

Yes - still trying to figure out how to use my video on a 3+ year old camera and your tutorial was extremely helpful! Fast. Precise. Easy to follow. And my videos now look great! Thanks so much!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I'm always pleased to read that I've provided useful and helpful information, thanks for the kind words.

[@alexgouthro3869]

Maarten - I want to thank you again for pointing me in the right direction. I have now updated the firmware for both my cameras and all my problems are resolved. Cheers!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always nice to know that I've been able to help, thanks for letting me know.

[@chmediaweddings6569]

Not really sure how you could be any more helpful. Seriously, you really made everything so clear and concise!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's very kind, thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@jmaxh]

Thank goodness for the pause video - great content, but slow down please!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for your kind words. And thanks for the reminder.

[@cooljak30]

Friendly advice theres a playback speed feature

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@cooljak30 Good point, I'm sure that helps.

[@KaptainCanuck]

@@cooljak30 you shouldn't have to slow it down when he's running through the menu to showing the settings he's using. A 4-5 second pause would be more than adequate rather than the one second that he uses to go through. Video should be, at least just as in still photography, a shutter speed of 1/60 for smooth normal human movement.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@KaptainCanuck I wish I understood the point you're trying to make.

[@ObelixCMM]

Another great video Maarten. A6000 will remain relevant for many years to come, one of the best value cameras of all times.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate the kind words, and completely agree with you - for quality and performance, it provides the best return on your camera investment.

[@Jivolt]

Great video! I love my Sony A6000! I had no idea how amazing this camera was until I got one as payment for doing a logo for a client. I did a quick logo and they paid me with a new Sony A6000, 18-105mm OSS Sony lens, and Smith Victor 19" ring light. Needless to say, the owner of US Camera Pro is a pretty awesome guy. :)

[@MaartenHeilbron]

The A6000 is an easy camera to love.

[@amandabass04]

Hi im having difficulty transferring photos from my a6000 to my iphone. Or can i only transfer the photod when it is connected to the wifi?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

You must connect your phone to the camera’s wifi, and you must use the Sony PlayMemories app.

[@cesarmarti9812]

Do you recommend the SonyA600 over the Canon T6I? for video and photos?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I could honestly recommend either one.

[@alexdemorra2497]

great video , thanks ! its so nice to see people still using the a6000 and sharing their expierence

[@MaartenHeilbron]

More than three years later, it's a model I'm still using, and still happy to recommend. It was then, and remains, the best value in Sony's lineup - as long as you don't need 4K.

[@revokdaryl1]

I just purchased a used a6000 about two months ago and couldn't be happier. Thank you for your clear and concise narration. This was extremely helpful. I would prefer that the camera had 4K capability, but full HD will look okay for what I'm shooting also. I'm thinking of also getting a quality external recorder for the audio and then syncing in post as you pointed out.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Even though I continue to produce in 4K, there's actually very little demand. Yes, an external recorder will improve audio quality - if you haven't tried syncing in post, it's easier than you imagine.

[@revokdaryl1]

@@MaartenHeilbron I mainly bought the a6000 for the 24p capability. I also have an old Panasonic TM700 that will shoot at 60fps. I bought it 10 years ago. I was disappointed when I found out that it did not have a true 23.976 setting. With the a6000, I've become addicted to shooting at 24 framed per second. I've also purchased some adapters so I can use lenses from other manufacturers.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@revokdaryl1 I'm not sure how that's an addiction. It's an affectation. Consider that none of the devices that your video is viewed on actually uses a 24 frame display rate, so additional frames must be added/duplicated to match to the 30 frame rate that is standard. Watch this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGLVlZ19gdKmmpo

[@RonBesse]

I have and use two of these a6000 for much of everyday shooting, and thought to my self, what could you show me in this video, that I don't already know. Well like always, you showed me several settings that will help better my skills. Thanks for taking the time to make and post this video.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It's very kind of you to take the time to comment - I really appreciate the kind words.

[@SyllixMusic]

Watching this in 2020 with my brand new a6000! Thanks Maarten for the quick setup guide!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad to hear it was useful, thanks for commenting.

[@JampackSam]

Thank you SO much for this video! I just got an a6000 and am using it entirely for video! My final product went from grainy and washed out to AMAZING thanks to you!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

There is no nicer comment I could possibly receive. Glad to hear and thanks for taking the time to come back and comment.

[@danieljval]

This might be on of the best videos I've found and have learned from regarding the Sony a6000! Thank you so much for sharing such informative and valuable content!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's very kind of you to say, thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@frankcohen3069]

Excellent tutorial. Your on-screen style and voice-overs are excellent.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate the kind words, thank you very much.

[@gbwalther3198]

This is one of my fav all time dyi for the Sony a6000 owner-user video setups. Funny, clear and useful. Kudos to Maarten! 😎😎

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad you enjoyed it! Always nice to know my work is appreciated, and viewers are still finding value in five year old videos.

[@phillalonde1509]

Thanks again. While I have upgraded to the 6500 I keep the A6000 charged and in my bag. With the A6000 You get a lot of bang for the buck.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always my pleasure, thanks for commenting. I agree - the A6000 is Sony's best value camera.

[@zh123456]

I love the way you make video. After all those years I still use my A6000 Today bought the 18-105mm F4 OSS lens to replace the 16-50mm kitlens AF problems with this kitlens after years of use. Good luck and strong health Maarten.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate your kind words, thanks very much.

[@uatari]

Such an Invaluable video! You helped me to solve a whole bunch of problems and questions in just a 5-minute video. Really appreciate your work, thank you!!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

What a pleasure to read your kind words, it's always great to hear that my video has helped my viewers.

[@Tavocampana]

Muchísimas gracias por este tutorial tan bien hecho. Saludos desde Argentina!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Siempre es bueno saber de mis amigos en Argentina. Gracias por sus amables palabras. Es agradable saber que disfrutó de mi video.

[@VanlifewithAlan]

Having got complaints about not having a wide angle camera for my motorhome reviews, I have been looking for another camera. I think that this is the one for me! Excellent and comprehensive review - thank you very much!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Have you thought about using a 360 camera kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGK6aoGCgbKDgdU , that would reveal all the angles (although the quality will be lower). The A6000 will not solve your wide angle needs without a wide angle lens. This is the one I use: bhpho.to/2AQdSoq

[@VanlifewithAlan]

Thanks Maarten, that is very useful. I hoped I would get away with the 16 degree lense for wide angle - I have not tried it yet so I don't know if it is suitable for what I do which is showing the interior of motorhomes. I am currently using a camcorder which on video is 35 degrees but not suitable. I rather feel that with a ten degree lense I am going to get too much distortion at the edges. There is also the cost which is similar to that of the camera! I think I will go with the A6000 for my next trade fair which will be in January. I had a look at the Tascam also - I hope I can get away without using it but let's see. Thank you very much for your assistance!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I'm not sure how cramped the quarters are, but I imagine that a little distortion is preferable to not being able to include it.

[@VanlifewithAlan]

That is a very good argument!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

always happy to help ...

[@SushmeitMadhavan]

Excellent. Covers a lot of basics in such a short time, I'm going to use this to initiate newcomers for video on any e-mount camera.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for your kind words. I do also have specific videos for the A6300 ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/d4e4hGl9pLFnaLs) and A6500 (kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqLUkIFnqcmtpMk).

[@dinoromano7376]

Extremely helpful. Best tutorial I’ve found. Thank you.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, I appreciate your kind words.

[@labete19]

Good evening (ET). I'm an aspiring cinematographer who just recently purchases the Sony a6000. I have a shoot coming up for a dance video. I was wondering what settings would you recommend me use for this shoot. To give you a little more context: The video will have different locations. 2 of them will be indoors. While one of them will be outdoors. For one of the indoor scenes, the dancers will be in a dark room, similar to that of a dance club. For the other indoor scenes, the dancers will be in an apartment with moderate natural lighting. I'd really appreciate your oppinion on this. Anyway, I totally enjoyed your video. Hope you keep on releasing more content.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thank you, it's always nice to read kind words. The settings in this video should work. Do a custom white balance for each scene, and you will likely need an ND filter for the exteriors. Adjust the ISO to achieve the right lighting/mood for the scenes. Use a tripod. Hope this helps.

[@jennyluvsfood]

this video was excellent ...thank you for the explanations ...now i know what settings to use to film my youtube cooking videos

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Great, exactly what I was hoping for. Thanks for the kind words.

[@jennyluvsfood]

thank you for the tutorial 😃

[@kamusik3724]

I just came across your channel, and technical things aside, I would just like to say you look like a nice person :) Greetings from Indonesia!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

How sweet of you to say - and thanks for your Indonesian greetings!

[@BryanLopezProductions]

Recently switched from Canon t5i onto a a6000, 16mm 2.8 and a 35mm 1.8 lens, thanks for the great video!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate your kind words, thanks for commenting.

[@ForViewingOnly]

Excellent video Maarten. Full of great hints and tips. Thanks for giving time to an older model.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

A pleasure to read your kind words, thanks.

[@robertcudlipp3426]

The simple reason for your continuing creation of a6000 material is that the camera remains a very capable tool, even in late 2019. I have no idea how many have been sold, however I have recommended the camera to over 20 people for a compact camera to take overseas. For some reason, they chose not to proceed with the purchase of a current Olympus Mft? All have been happy with the base model and ,like me, have no real interest in video. That said, it pays to keep an open mind and your excellent video may well move me try out the video capacity. Your videos are well paced, articulate and, most of all, constructive. Thank you.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for adding your thoughts.

[@thedailypothead3545]

Just bought my first camera a6000 yesterday and I love it. Thank you! :)

[@MaartenHeilbron]

always my pleasure, glad to hear I was able to provide useful information for you.

[@RickMentore]

I am prepared to vote this camera best budget camera ever. Hardly ever do video but may start practicing, using your suggestions.Valuable post MH!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Has my vote too. Thanks for the kind words.

[@ericarobbin]

Thanks for walking through each setting in manual mode, very helpful!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate the kind words, always nice to know my videos are appreciated.

[@TitleTheTitle]

"Press the FUN button..." Love it! I'm saving up to start photography with an a6000 or a6400. Thank you for the video!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always nice to know my sense of humour is appreciated, thanks for your kind words.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@Don Mega Many are, they're just looking for the right tool.

[@jupcoug]

This is hands-down the best video tutorial for beginners! Thank you, this saved me a ton of frustration!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

How kind of you to say, it's always great to know my videos have been helpful.

[@eddyg1794]

Love this video. No messing around. Just great useful content.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always nice to know my content is appreciated, thanks!

[@seanvarnerin5803]

Helpful in 2023! Thank you

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad it helped! Thanks for your kind words.

[@mynameisANG]

This helped me a lot! I like how you put the visual demonstration along with the settings. Thank you!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I'm always pleased to read kind words from a viewer who appreciates my videos, thanks.

[@Cheezy09venture]

This tutorial is very helpful! Thanks mate! 🙏 Bought my sony a6000 this month! I so love it! ❤️

[@MaartenHeilbron]

How kind of you to comment - thank you!

[@RodneyJonesTeachings]

Thank you so much, precise, timely, and right one

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for taking the time to post your kind words, always nice to know my content is helpful.

[@FilmmakingSock]

YES! I'm gonna be provided with this thing for a shoot! So excited!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I hope it goes well.

[@spieletippser]

It's a low budget 450 euroes Camera for now and it offers so much. Im a real Proud Sony fan ,gonan use this Cam for a lot now

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Since its release, it's been the best value camera on the market. Thanks for your kind words.

[@thitime3430]

Very good tutorial video, Maarten! I have had my camera for a while and never used it for video until I started my KZbin channel. I still need to master how to use it better, so your video is very helpful and you made it more interesting :)

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for taking the time to let me know.

[@VimalGosar]

This was really a wonderful guide... Have taken a few using your help... Thank you so much.. 😊😊

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad it helped! Always nice to know my videos are useful and appreciated.

[@j.martin1084]

Un tutorial perfecto! Además con sub en español. Muchas gracias

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Es un placer, siempre es bueno saber que he proporcionado contenido útil.

[@BenjaminKraft_]

This camera would be great with 4K. I love watching your videos!! Great Job!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Yes, but then who would buy the A6300? And thank you for your very kind words, appreciated.

[@doplinger1]

Thanks for this, Maarten - I love my a6000 but I rarely do video. The few times I have, it didn't always turn out well, and I'm sure it was my settings; I assumed it would just automatically do it all for me!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate the kind words, I hope that this helps improve your videos.

[@DebzLife]

Love from India.. 🇮🇳❤ I'm learning so much!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

How kind of you to say, thanks for commenting.

[@NTRprojects]

hey I have a very specifc question. I do own a alpha 6000 which was a awesome gift. Recently I started my youtube channel and I shoot restoration videos indoors with a led lighting. Problem is, that the video I shot with the kit lens was flickering a lot. So my question is, could I use specific settings in combination with a specific lens and get rid of the flickering? I do a lot of close ups and therefore thought of an 50mm in adition to my kid lens. Best regards looking forward for your input

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Is the means frequency 50 or 60Hz in your country? Try setting the shutter duration to the same (or a slightly longer) setting.

[@NTRprojects]

@@MaartenHeilbron thank you for the reply in Germany we have a 50hz net

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@NTRprojects A shutter speed of 1/50 is likely better, if there is no other lighting option.

[@NTRprojects]

@@MaartenHeilbron it worked!!! Thank you so much for the help

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@NTRprojects Glad to hear it worked, thanks for letting me know.

[@ximbakaye]

So helpful!! I just learned what I need! And I’m so excited to discover everything about my camera 💜

[@MaartenHeilbron]

How kind of you to say - nothing gives me more pleasure than knowing I've been able to provide help to my viewers.

[@ximbakaye]

Maarten Heilbron 😊 could you mind recommend me a good program to edit my videos? Thanks! 🙏🏻

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I like, use and recommend Final Cut (Macintosh). I no longer have much experience with others.

[@ximbakaye]

Thank you ! I try it.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Very good, like all video editors, there's a learning curve, but it does pay off.

[@iingpatopang]

a6000 shooters lovers, thanks for your tips !

[@MaartenHeilbron]

thanks for the kind words

[@homesavvytech]

Hi Maarten, that was really helpful. Pity I haven't been using some of these settings on my A6000. I'll try these settings and adjustments before plunging in to upgrade my camera.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Good plan. Thanks for your kind words.

[@vasilebreslasu9583]

thank you wery huch, now, thanks to you, i will improve m tutorials. I didn't know how good is my camera

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always nice to know that I've created a helpful video, thanks fo the kind words.

[@DulciaCaro]

Great video, I just bought this camera and Im pretty new at sony, I used to have a Canon Revel T5, but I needed one smaller with pro functions so I found this a6000 plus since I make KZbin Tutorials I needed an autofocus while recording infront of my camera, Im still researching if it is possible to use my ipad as a monitor while recording since i cant see myself.. Will have to try that soon... My question is (which caught my attention on your video) I have a SDHC card which doesnt record on XAVC-S, and I have honestly no knowladge which one will work better of youtube videos... an SDXC for XAVC-S or my SDHC to MP4? will apreciate a lot your answer! Thanks

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thank you for the kind words, appreciated. SDXC for XAVC-S will be better.

[@chacehart7286]

Most basic video editors will convert the XAVC-S into MP4 straight away anyway since it’s the most convenient format for the web. If you’re mainly filming KZbin videos, MP4 will work just as well but you’ll get less data per frame. If you take that road, any card will work.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

While MP4 is the usual for output and posting, the XAVC-S codec can do a better job of capturing detail and data (as you note) while recording - it is designed as a capture format, not a distribution format. The MP4 recordings made on the A6000 are lower quality than those made with the more advanced XAVC-S codec.

[@Wirtual]

Was struggling to set up my new A6000 and this really helped. Thank you!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad it helped! Always nice to know my videos are useful.

[@NoisyButters]

very helpful in 2019, thank you so much!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It was a pleasure to read your kind words, thanks for taking the time.

[@joelwcrumbley]

Right?! I was thinking the same thing, like just the fact that he goes through the menu in a quick-paced manner, but long enough for you to pause and figure it out lol. Great Vid!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@joelwcrumbley Thanks, I do appreciate your kind words.

[@KenzieTaylorlovekenziie]

Thank you so so so much for this video! I know my KZbin videos will improve because of you! thank you again!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It is my pleasure - you are most welcome, I'm always happy to help.

[@aldairconr]

YOU´RE AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for the kind words and all the exclamation marks, appreciated.

[@canpin]

Thanks as usual very useful tips! the A6000 is one of my favorite cameras; really fun to use, especially for travelling.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, I appreciate the kind words, and I agree it's a very useful camera, and a great value.

[@ronhuntington8177]

Thanks Maarten; excellent video! This video is just what I needed to get started with video on my a6000. What settings do you recommend for shooting video of a dance company's performance in a dark theatre with spotlights on the dancers? I want to avoid white washed faces.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Use manual movie mode. Ignore the meter. Shutter 1/60, Aperture F4. Then using your eye (and the histogram) turn the ISO down until the faces seem to be properly exposed, or there is space between the right side of the histogram and the edge of the histogram box. If ISO 100 is still too high, then close the iris to F8 or a higher number. Hope this helps.

[@ronhuntington8177]

Maarten Heilbron - Thanks so much for you quick reply. I'll give it a try!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always happy to help

[@FLOVVERHEADMUSIC]

This is SO VERY HELPFUL!!!! thank you !!!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

What a pleasure to read your kind words, glad to know my videos are useful/

[@kmgates]

Awesome as usual. Thanks for doing this video and responding to the demand. :)

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always my pleasure, I appreciate your kind words.

[@alwindenjel2153]

what a video sir hats off !!! don't mind if i request you to produce a video like this for photography....your personal experiences and your personal tips for a6000 ...thanks a lot sir....

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for the request ... I'll consider that one.

[@MooreFilmzMediaTV]

thanks for the helpful information ive had this almost 2 years and still dont know how to get the best use of my camera but you gave me some good pointers !! thanks alot

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I'm always happy to help, and it's always nice to know that my videos are useful to my viewers.

[@marcoantoniobudibbravo8661]

2020 and gotta thank you a lot man. Trying out this new settings tomorrow!! cheers

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always nice to hear from an appreciative viewer. Thanks very much.

[@RoyZadok]

Thank you, I've learned a lot from your run-through, even though I don't have this camera. Very professional. I'm staying tuned :) 🙏

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for the kind words, they are always appreciated.

[@SanFranciscoDiscovery]

Thank you. I have an A6000 and I love it.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always my pleasure - I know, I love mine too, it's a very powerful camera at a very reasonable price point. Although Sony has updated this model, they've also dramatically upgraded the price. And while the new features (4K video, even better focus) are worthwhile, they have not replaced the A6000 as the ultimate mirrorless APS-C value camera.

[@sonam-is-sote8667]

so far the best video!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's very kind of you to say, thanks!

[@ABBADABBS]

Hi! This video was great! I have been using my Sony a6000 for 3 years but for YT videos that are mainly sitting and showing products. I have been having an issue with my camera as of lately. When I bring a product close to the camera it focuses well on the product but the lighting completely changes in the background. It makes me very dark and takes up to 10 seconds to change back to the original color. Did I change a setting accidentally or is there a way to not have this happen? Thanks in advance!💛

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, a pleasure to read your kind words. You can stop exposure from adjusting by setting it manually - which means using the manual exposure mode (1/60 for shutter speed, aperture to get the depth of field you want) and then setting the ISO manually as well (so after you have the shutter and aperture set, use the ISO to set the overall exposure)

[@ABBADABBS]

@@MaartenHeilbron thank you so much!!

[@world-wr6lj]

Thank you, Maarten this is a great video. I am making crafting videos for my youtube channel and I am going to bay new camera for my work I have three options, Sony a6000, Nikon d3400, Nikon d5300, which camera better for my work

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate the kind words, thanks. For KZbin production (or video in general) as long as you don't need 4K, I would take the A6000 (or in fact nearly all mirrorless cameras) over a DSLR. Shooting video with a DSLR is always a little bit of a battle.

[@kunalIndia]

its a wonderful video. i hv got lot shooting setting ideas. thank u so much.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always my pleasure, thanks for the kind words.

[@anselmoreal]

love your content, very helpful, just so you know this video also applys to the a5100 also very popular

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate the kind words, thank you - and the tip, I'll add that to the description.

[@khaf9543]

Thanks Maarten, very informative. Your videos are among the most informative on the internet. I have 2 questions: 1. What white balance card do you use? 18% gray or 13%? 2. Do you think in the age of digital there's still room for a color meter to keep the color balance consistent between the takes? Or maybe a color checker is better?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That is very kind of you to say, thanks for taking the time to comment. I have two answers: 1) doesn't matter - just make sure it's not over (or under) exposed, even plain white paper works. 2) well ... any old school method will work - but most cameras don't have the adjustments (or a reliable monitor/waveform/vectorscope) so you'll need to fine tune in post. Personally, I like to shoot a DSC labs chart - the chroma selfie is handy - to do colour matching.

[@hismajesty40]

Excellent presentation! Love your work!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, I appreciate your kind words.

[@alperadakale9333]

it is the most understandable video I have watched. Thanks a lot..

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, I really appreciate your kind words.

[@LechuzaSoul]

Great video brotha, now what lense would go best for video production say for dancing recordings? && thank you!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Sony's 28-135 cine lens ( bhpho.to/2jZWcxL ) would be my recommendation, otherwise the 16-70 crop ( bhpho.to/2o6jS5c ) or the 18-200LE ( bhpho.to/2lRZdAd ) also work well for video.

[@devalah]

thank you for info Maarten, could you suggest some lense for a $500 - 600 budget for the same purpose?

[@midnight161]

Any thoughts on how to prevent the camera from readjusting the brightness of the video? The video I am shooting will automatically overexpose (making the whites too bright) or dimming the video. What settings need to be sent. Thanks for the great videos.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

If you use manual exposure mode (in the video settings) and set the ISO manually, it will not make automatic adjustments. Thanks, I appreciate your kind words.

[@broad100]

Thank you. Great video! I liked and subscribed.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Awesome, thank you! Appreciated.

[@MakeupbyVicki]

I've watched this video over and over and I'm still trying to understand the best setting for shooting beauty tutorials! Your feedback would be greatly appreciated. I'm always changing the settings each time I record but I still haven't found the best one.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Happy to help ... what's your dis-satisfaction? What are you trying to improve? What effect isn't working for you?

[@MakeupbyVicki]

Thank you soo much for replying!! So I would like clear true to color videos so when I'm doing swatches of makeup or when applying my makeup it comes out exact. I currently have the following set up for lighting: a light pink backdrop, two t-stands with foam white boards on the left and right of me, a ring light holding my camera in front of me, and two led light boxes to the sides of the ring light. I also have 3 small track light bulbs facing my backdrop to give that halo effect on my backdrop. I have my camera setting on daylight because the auto option showed very grayish almost no color. Also the exposure is set at 0. What else do you recommend?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Have you tried capturing a custom white balance - maybe the different colour temperature of the various lights is inconsistent? It sounds like a lot of light (maybe I'm not familiar enough with the look you're going for) but when I looked at your last video, it seems to be working. Maybe a light pointed at the back of your head to give a little more separation from the background would help. If you want to make a small colour adjustment, after selecting the white balance, you can press the right side of the dial for fine tuning. Hope this helps.

[@MakeupbyVicki]

Maarten Heilbron thank you again!! I just did the custom white balance and it looks like it did the job!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That is great news, so glad I was able to help.

[@Lawzy]

A fantastic guide. I’m just starting to use my a6 to do some cinematography. It was just what I needed to get going. Thanks! I can’t seem to get a USB onto the a6 to trigger Movie. Is that a feature?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, I appreciate the kind words. Sony does make a remote cable for the A6000.

[@Ibrahk5]

Right on point, awesome video...

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's very kind of you to say, thanks very much.

[@theAVweb]

Great video! Thank you. I Liked and Subscribed.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for the sub, and your kind words. Appreciated!

[@billmerritt7199]

Thank you Maarten. Your video is very much appreciated. I have the a6000 and use it mainly for shooting sports still shots. I would like to expand into video using this camera. I have the 16-50 kit lens, a Sony 50/1.8 O.S.S., and a samyang 12/2 manual focus lens. I have three questions. What is your preferred lens for shooting video with the a6000 and second, out of the aforementioned lenses, what would you recommend using for video? Guessing you prefer your 16-70?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate the kind words, and you've guessed correctly. (Of course, that's only because I don't own the 28-135 cine lens (even just typing the name makes me salivate)). Which lens to choose - and I assume you selected them primarily for stills - is likely more dependent on the subject/scene than any arbitrary suggestion can cover. If you can shoot with a prime, if you can shoot with manual focus, those will likely yield the best results. But if you're shooting candid documentary style footage, you'll need the flexibility that the kit offers. Hope this helps.

[@billmerritt7199]

Thank you Maarten. Will give it a go with a prime. Not sure if I am skilled enough to use manual focus for video, but it sounds like a tripod will be my best friend to try. Appreciate your response.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I would suggest that for nearly all video purposes a tripod, or a gimbel/stabilizer is essential.

[@bigheartproductions5603]

Great quick tips Martin! Thank You! My only problem is that my SDXC card saves in a .mp4 format when I selected the XAVC S option. Do you know why this happens? Shouldn't it save in a higher quality format like .mov or .mpeg - Please advise

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for the kind words. Don't confuse the file extension (which is kind of arbitrary) with quality. There is nothing inherent to any of those extensions that denotes quality. In fact, you could change the extension of the files in any of those three and change nothing - they will continue to play in the same way. Quality is achieved with the codec (and the X-AVC-S is excellent for H.264) and the bandwidth - the XAVC-S is higher than AVC-HD.

[@deerpark11788]

Hi, Great video, but one question, when you shot video in A6000, after 10 minutes, the camera shuts off due to overheating. How to fix the issue.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate the kind words. That sounds like you're shooting in fairly unusual circumstances - but you may find that AVC-HD is less likely to overheat. Other semi-effective tips include keeping the batteries in a cool place and switching them out when the overheating light appears; shading the camera from direct sun; keeping the battery door open and the LCD pulled away from the body ... However, I suspect you're shooting in a very hot (30C+) and sunny location - and that most cameras will overheat under those conditions. If it's happening in ten minutes - that's a fairly extreme case.

[@BalladCreek]

Another Great & Informative Video From Maarten...

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, I appreciate the kind words.

[@Forthejoyofphotography]

Many thanks. Enjoyable watch as always. Informative if albeit a little quick in the pace of the information. Have to stop. Go back an replay as you do zip along from point to point. I have just bought the Tascam DR-70D. I am both new to video and recording audio. I would appreciate if you could do a video on capturing audio using this recorder. Keep up the good works.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for the kind words - I do try to keep it moving at a good pace for those with limited attention spans - and the option to replay is always available. Great suggestions on the DR-70D ... let me find a place for that in my upcoming schedule.

[@BeautyByLinnoria]

Thank you for this vid...as i am a new youtuber and needed to know how to start filming...lol

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It's always nice to know that my videos are useful and appreciated, thanks!

[@selflessmike_3559]

Awesome video! Thank you, I so desperately needed this. Following! 🙌🙌🙌

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's great, so glad to hear you enjoyed the video. Thanks

[@CruzCreative]

Thanks a lot ! Was waiting for this video

[@MaartenHeilbron]

So glad to hear that it's appreciated, thanks!

[@elizabethcruickshank3701]

Thank you for this extremely helpful tutorial. I plan to use it for real estate photogrphy. With the plan to upgrade when I can afford to. Would you have any recommendations for that? Or just to play around with the ISO ? Also, i know I need to get a gimbal, but I would assume I would want to turn on the steady shot (I think that was te name0 setting too?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

A gimbal will do far more than the steadyshot setting can. If you can plan your shoot to have your back against the windows (most of the time) that will yield the best results.

[@laserdoc85]

Good job maarten. You always do a super job. even if I have the 6300 I may use some of your suggestions here

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's very kind of you - there is an A6300 specific version: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d4e4hGl9pLFnaLs - and an advanced version for the A6300: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWOsdKioppibqdE

[@JosephVM]

Thanks a lot for this. May I ask how do you record the screen of A6000? Is it through HDMI?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for the kind words. Yes, I do.

[@elaineross9365]

Quick question Maarten. I shoot outside a lot in bright sunlight. Should I use an ND filter to help me keep the settings? If so is there any you recommend? One of my last shoots was so bright I had to use 1/4000th of a shutter speed, which gave some strange stuttery effect when panning.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

You most definitely need an ND filter to shoot outside in sunny (and not so sunny weather), particularly if you want to keep your shutter speed at 1/60 (1/125 in a pinch - but not for action or fast pans) and your aperture low. First, lower your ISO, then close your aperture and adjust the shutter as the last resort. A 3 stop ND should work - I personally use the B+W, mostly the 3 stop, which is generally the most useful for video. You'll also need to know the filter thread diameter of your lens to select the right filter.

[@elaineross9365]

+Maarten Heilbron thanks for the quick reply and advice. I'll certainly look into getting this filter. :-)

[@MaartenHeilbron]

always happy to help

[@kingdomdrummer]

Hello. Im a beginner with this camera. Do you think all u have suggested will work for a show with black background??

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Yes, but you may have to make a final adjustment with manual ISO to get the exposure right. Meters find that kind of situation difficult to assess. You'll probably look like you're underexposing, but expose to get your skin tones accurate.

[@kingdomdrummer]

Thanks a lot

[@MaartenHeilbron]

always my pleasure

[@dallaspatrick82]

This is so very helpful thank you!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It's always a pleasure to read kind words from a viewer who's found my videos useful. Thanks!!