Teleprompters for Youtube vlogging, best cheapest Ulanzi RT02, Smallrig, Iloknzi, Desview, Feelworld

[@morningjane]

Your health talks always seem so natural and unscripted, I wouldn't have guessed you even use a teleprompter

[@MarkusPix]

I usually don't.

[@KGL912]

Thanks, Markus, I was actually just looking for a teleprompter, and your video was extremely helpful. Seeing your prompter that you have used forever, inspired me to just build my own. Spent $1.90 CDN on a 8x10 picture frame, then used some black construction paper that I had lying around. Paired that with the Neewar teleprompter app, and it was all gold!! Your advice to keep the phone vertical was spot on. Thank you for your advice, your videos have already saved me hundreds of dollars this past year!!

[@rogergelik5078]

YES it looks exactly like a picture frame with a couple hinges. Got a buddy who does a podcast type show & could use some prompting. I think I'll make one!

[@skylarking12]

It will work much better if you find some self-adhesive 60 percent window tint film in silver, to put over the front of the glass. This will let you be able to read it from further away than before.

[@kowabundant]

You read our minds with this video. We were just looking at teleprompters and got prompter fatigue from all the options out there. Thanks!

[@skylarking12]

Appreciated the reviews. I used and operated prompters for three decades, using top of the line stuff as well as home made ones. I disagree about using "any kind of glass" vs. a true first-surface beam-splitter mirror. The difference is, the "gain" or brightness of the text over distance is much better if you use a first-surface coated beamsplitter. Secondly, when you use just regular, uncoated glass, you get a secondary reflection as the text bounces off the front and back of the glass, refracting. This makes your type look fuzzy and harder to read, and can sometimes be picked up by the camera as well. If you can't afford a real beamsplitter, you can coat the front of the glass with 60% silver mylar window tint film in silver. I have also gotten results by misting silver spray paint over the glass as a very very sparse dusting from a distance. Like if you were spraying air freshener in a room, the glass on the floor, your arm high above it. One little spritz can do it. If you over-do it, scrape it off with a razor blade and try again with less. Markus, I get what you say about shifty eyes, but the reason that shifting happens is, you're standing too close to the lens and creating a parallax issue. The further back the prompter is, the less of a problem eye shift becomes. And also, the smaller the font used, the less eye line shift you get. If you want to work at arm's length from a tiny prompter, dial down the font size a LOT and center the text down the middle. Working at long distances, you need a bigger prompter screen and mirror. In my studio, we built one just for training videos; we used a 40-inch diagonal flatscreen for the source, so the box was HUGE. So huge, we could fit two camera lenses into it at the same time, one set wide and one tight, then we could live switch between them and always have a perfect eyeline, with no live camera operator. You could prompt Stevie Wonder with that bad boy, but it meant I could work my cameras from a distance and the presenter still had a great view. We could even replace text with powerpoint slides, so a presenter could give that live talk in their own words and keep essential eye contact with the audience, but not need to keep looking down into a notepad. The thing that most people get wrong when using prompters is the choice and size of font. The bigger you make the font, the faster you need to scroll it, which makes it harder to read and deliver lines well, and that was the whole point. DO NOT USE ALL-CAPS FONTS FOR YOUR PROMPTING. That's a throwback to the very early days of prompting when the letters were typed-out on an actual scrolling roll of paper, running down a conveyor belt, and typed with a special purpose typewriter. Because the letters were so huge, they skipped lower-case letters to keep the machine a manageable size. You don't need all-caps fonts to prompt today. Why is that bad, using all-caps today? Because it's not how you learned to read. Reading uses recognition of distinct shapes, not just of individual letters, but the shape of *entire words*: the high and low letters. When you use all caps, you erase that word shape and now your mind can still read it in all caps, but it takes an extra microsecond to decode the all caps into the word shape on mixed-case. When every word is all-caps, the microsecond delays add up, and your brain isn't able to skim ahead and anticipate the next word. Your reading speed and comprehension become slower, anxiety grows for no reason you understand, and because all-caps takes up more screen space, it has to scroll faster, so you tend to run out of breath more too. If you've ever wondered why it seems hard to follow a scrolling credits line, this is why. The best fonts to use in prompting have small serifs on them to enhance the letter and word shapes. Use Times Roman over Ariel or Helvetica, newspapers understand this.

[@MarkusPix]

Ahem. Nobody's using ALL CAPS in this video's teleprompting text. As for "parallax" being too close kzbin.info/www/bejne/qX3RqX6JrLxloMk

[@skylarking12]

@@MarkusPix That all caps thing was general guidance, not a specific reference to what you're showing.

[@alexandrevaliquette3883]

Great video... It's crazy that some people just randomly think it's ok to buy a prompter for 100-200-500$ I'm sold to the DIY version at 11:25 Always great content Sir MarkusPix Love from Montréal

[@DanielCrist]

I'm really impressed with the stuff Ulanzi makes for the price point. You can pretty much never go wrong with them.

[@Alex_Manifestation111]

Yup I own most of their Tripods and lightstands

[@jpfgill]

Perfect timing. I was looking for this info, and poof, you make a video! That app, though... $100 a year is more than I want to pay!

[@WineWorldTV]

I've been using a teleprompter for a few years now. I love it. I do use a regular iPad for mine. The camera is maybe 6 feet away from me. I don't notice my eyes necessarily going side to side as I'm reading. Plus I naturally will do things like look away or do head movements as if I'm having a conversation with someone so it will hide some of that. I don't use automatic software as I do have to go back often to different parts of the script so I have my laptop connected to the iPad as a second monitor and control my software from there. It works for me. Maybe the software that follows your voice can be remotely controlled to scroll backwards and forwards, but since I have a very long table between me and the camera and it's awkward to get around I need everything to be controlled remotely. Including, yes, my iPhone as a camera. The biggest problem with the one I have is that the tablet mount is a hair too small to use an old school iPad with it. I had to jerry-rig things to make it all work. But since I never move the thing, and the iPad is also always set up, it's not a big deal. I would like more flexibility with iPad and iPhone placement so that ILOKNZI is tempting. It's the same price as the one I bought. As always, great stuff and thank you for all the videos you make!

[@atholbayne9605]

thankyou Marcus your videos are so informative and friendly. I anm just getting into a refurbished old flat for semi retirement after having had a dreadfull year and hope to do youtube videos about amature astronomy in bottom of nz dark sky e my new flat will have 2 guest rooms so any visiting people can take advantage og my bortle3 dark skies and your videos are helping me get organised thank you

[@ItsWhatIDo]

Just ordered the Ulanzi one. I haven't found a product from them that I have been disappointed with.

[@Ranger7Studios]

I have the larger version of the Iloknzi and it works beautifully. I was surprised how well made it was for a brand I've never heard of.

[@DylanReeve]

I needed a small lightweight prompter recently for a project and after some research online I went with the SmallRig one - it won for me for one main reason... The rail mount. I means that I can rig it to my camera setup without needing to change anything else on the rig. And I can use it handheld if necessarily. All the others required some amount of separate rigging. It's a fantastic product, especially for the price.

[@QuicknStraight]

I like the Ulanzi one for a small, simple set-up.

[@RafaelOrtizPhotography]

glad you made this video. I'm in the market to get one of these to play a cartoon video for kids to watch while I take pictures of them.

[@WolfsHaven]

I had a parot prompter that I wasn't happy with at all. I DIYed one like your old one using two picture frames hinged together. It works but I didn't think it looked professional enough when I have other people using it. It was fine for filming myself though. Eventually I settled on one similar to the Iloknzi. Mine is 17" and I use one of those flat portable 15" monitors. It's served me well the last couple years now. I like the one Elgato came out with a while ago. It works great with other streamdeck products and it has the monitor built in. For my uses it's a bit small. I wish they would release their software for it separately so it could be used with other prompters/monitors.

[@generalplaylistsformymainc7143]

Markus, you have the best prod. equip. + health channels on KZbin. Thanks so much for all you and your wife constantly do to benefit mankind! 👍The Ulanzi rocks. I'd sure love to see how you use the PromptSmart Pro one day.

[@DigitalSketcher]

What I've been using these days is just a Samsung 10" tablet on a bracket that's attacked to the top of my camera with a small rig arm. It holds it just above the lens, and at a good distance away, it's enough to keep the eyes from trailing too much. It works rally well. The camera I use also has a smallrig cage on it to make it easier to mount. It's less stuff to drag around since I am mobile with my shooting. I don't have to worry about a delicate piece of glass. The tablet is in a protective case when I travel. It's still better to have the glass in front of the lens, but it's nice not to have to worry about extra gear to carry. Too bad we can't post images in comments lol

[@johnflatt665]

Ulanzi seemed to provide the best value. Although the small rig didn't come with rods, it did also perk my interest also as it seemed sturdy and professional.

[@RobertHunterPhotography]

Thanks for sharing. I've been wanting to see a good comparison video for teleprompters.

[@MachoMaster]

Another great option is Elgato prompter, especially if you are working with a computer and want to record videos or have a video call. It includes the screen (can be used as another monitor) and has software. I highly recommend it!

[@JeffCorcelius]

I like that SmallRig one. I have a Neewer version very similar to the Iloknzi. It's been a workhorse for me and client work. I will say the thing I prefer about prompters that aren't attached to the camera is the ability to run and grab B-roll or other shots in between interviews or talent reads. I use my Falcam F38 on my promoter to allow me to quickly release and go shoot.

[@bhgemini]

I have the ilokzni and love the height adjustment for the camera mount. I can switch from larger/smaller mirrorless, ZV1 Mk2, and cellphone mount so quickly.

[@ni7suj]

I was just thinking I need to get a teleprompter and your video popped up in my feed. Always love your videos. Thanks for the info!

[@musicplaylistsformymaincha5845]

You're the best at what you do (on both your channels). I'm ordering an Ulanzi. A PromptSmart Pro video would be great.

[@thehumblesouthpaw]

Great information - always learn something new. Now I need to have the budget to keep up with everything. The NEEWER X12 14-inch Aluminum Alloy Teleprompter look similar to the Iloknzi and with $60 off coupon puts it in the same price range.

[@glengreenman3921]

A very timely video! Just yesterday I was shooting for a friend's commentary channel. He has a lot to say and frequently loses his train of thought, so I was wondering if a teleprompter would help. Markus, thank you for your giveaways. I've entered a couple of times, never won, but I really appreciate your generosity, enthusiasm, and resourcefulness. Also, I just recently finished your book. A very entertaining look at the many difficulties you faced directing your film, and the ingenuity you showed in creating maximum value on screen was fascinating and inspiring.

[@tsbrownie]

Great timing, I was just starting to look into these. Thank you.

[@GarretGrayCamera]

This is great info. I was thinking about getting back into teleprompting for corporate gigs. You can make some good money doing that.

[@AnyArabic]

*That's a good one, Markus.* You explained it well, but I think you're missing one of the best prompters on the market right now-the Elgato prompter.

[@1HappinessAndProsperityHacks]

Thanks Markus and Cara for another in an endless line of fantastic vids! Would love to see a PromptSmart tutorial.

[@Max-mh5yo]

You can use a "Magic Arm" instead of a light-stand to hold the extra weight of the phone/pad.

[@H.pylori]

Great topic. I learn so much from your videos. Thank you.

[@jimmyjoe8990]

very good channel, great info. thank you very much

[@MarkusPix]

Thanks for watching!

[@niceprguy2]

Another great video Marcus.. I learn something new from every video you put out. I have always thought of purchasing a teleprompter but instead I always wing it.. That leads to many takes and lots of editing.. :) Have a great day!

[@cyngen05]

Another awesome video.

[@lachopakapura]

My dad has a Small workshop he accumulated with years so I approached him and asked if he can make me a teleprompter. it was super easy. He build the enclosure out of plywood and I gave him an iPad protective glass and it works like a charm

[@wEBMedPL]

I have the desview T2 and with sigma 16mm in VERTICAL 9:16 it has to be cropped (sides visible), but on HORIZONTAL 16:9 it is fine. The pilot is actually very useful for recording (but I guess foot pedal would be even better) - for connecting to phone :)

[@DariusOutdoors]

You can also do a lot with perspective. Like a slight bottom up shot + screen below the lens works great as well. Looking straight into the camera makes small deviations more obvious. Or you can like some famous KZbinrs wear black sun glasses haha.

[@WHProductions-c3m]

Thank you for this review. I have a Neewer teleprompter rig that I haven’t used in years as clients haven’t needed it. It was designed for a standard iPad size but I found myself either using a 12.9in IPad or a 15” thin LCD screen when the camera was too far away. That required building something out of old DVCAM boxes to support the larger screens. But it worked. Never thought about setting a phone vertically, thanks for the idea. Question, how is the image thru the different pieces of glass on the cheap ones? Do they set a color cast or change the black levels? The teleprompter I have raises the black levels slightly but it’s fixable.

[@MarkusPix]

I don't see any difference.

[@Jwitherow1964]

Amour a smart nerd. lol I just started reading your book prosperity secrets. Can’t put it down opened it up on the plane today. We’re in San Francisco today, but I’m your fan from Georgia.

[@Haywain]

I use a teleprompter for photographing children. I use my pad to play their favourite cartoon, so I get shots of them looking at the camera and not off to the side. 😀

[@albailey6875]

Thanks, I'll be looking out for them.

[@makelife9661]

Thank you! Very good explained.

[@EricRoseBahamas]

I like the Ulanzi one, especially being a traveling photographer 😊

[@sanjaygopal9293]

As usual u r superrrrbbbbb❤

[@MASTEROFENERGIES]

Your videos are so helpful.

[@andresgonzalezcerda7635]

Thank you master!!. Just what I need!!

[@archer14200]

Cool video

[@JericGambon]

I like the smallrig because I can do a moving teleprompter for walking subjects

[@BoReynolds]

Dammit dude! Everytime you do a video all the things sellout! That's probably a compliment tho so good on you

[@RobSpiv]

I've used the Iloknzi for two years. Chose it because it can hold a 13" large iPad. I use the large iPad for Zoom calls so I can be looking straight into the camera when conferencing or live streaming. Prompt Smart Pro app is great. Am I correct that you don't know you can set left and right margins in the software so you can use smartphone or iPad horizontally but restrict the text to the center of the device to avoid the eye darting problem? I think every telepompting software has a similar margin setting feature. For Zoom or other conferencing, you'll need a way to mirror/flip the displayed image. I use the hardware lock on the device that prevents the image from rotating between portrait and landscape when the iPad is physically turned and that seems to work fine.

[@MarkusPix]

Mostly all teleprompting apps have mirror setting. As for margins, if you still have the phone horizontal, you are taking away half the text you see coming which helps tremendously. Vertical orientation is almost mandatory for good reading.

[@RobSpiv]

@@MarkusPix I use a 13" ipad horizontally so plenty of text even with margins. Those inexpensive rigs with a phone vertically not designed to hold them might end up dumping your phone on the floor, need to be extra careful but certainly can make it work. You did leave off the zero or super low-cost option: Mounting the phone directly beside the camera and simply using it without a glass or beam splitter rig at all. I've seen some decent KZbinrs admit that's all they do.

[@CanadianInPhilippines]

What teleprompter do you recommend for those of us that shoot with a cellphone not a fancy camera?

[@MarkusPix]

The Ulanzi I showed

[@Helderhugo]

Cool I don't have a teleprompter, I find a review video.

[@BrendaKAesoph]

Any ideas for use for iPhones and teleprompters. Even though you hate your phone?

[@ModMax69]

Magic Markus Makes it Happen!

[@kennethnielsen3864]

Thanks for sharing.

[@jimpurcell]

Helpful, thanks!

[@GoldenK9Campers]

I started off using the promp smart pro.. but found my videos are just more natural if I don't use them. Takes a little bit longer, but I think it's worth it.

[@MarkusPix]

I agree

[@thespeakingpen]

Never buy a piece of gear without hearing Markus' thought first

[@o0YumRamen0o]

The Ulanzi puts too much stress on the lens. No-go

[@XVIIsionsProductions]

Your videos are the best! Hey do you have any opinions on budget slow motion cameras? Perhaps you could make a video about the best budget cheap camera for filming 500 - 1000 fps. I know you probably don't do much slow motion but, I have been searching around and it's difficult to figure out which used older camera would be the best for trying to film some stuff in 500 to 1000 fps.

[@MarkusPix]

My favorite RX100vii pocket camera does 960 fps but of course only for a minute

[@نوارمحمد-ر7ز]

Thank you

[@user-zc1hp5cl2g]

Great video, I was wondering if the Ulanzi can be used with one of the camcorders you recommend? For example the Panasonic?

[@MarkusPix]

Yes, you would need a 49mm adapter upsizing to something like 67mm and of course you can't see yourself anymore on the flip out screen with the teleprompter in the way

[@isaiahbradwell8942]

Thank You!!!

[@iSpike]

Your Opinion matters, I see you I appreciate you. I GOT RODS. Cheers

[@MarkusPix]

You should have a t-shirt that says "I got rod"

[@Pine4205]

TY, again.

[@droe90]

🙌

[@lacaraja]

I need that, GRACIAS!

[@YAKUILLASIN]

thank u

[@VulgarTruth]

is there any app that moves the text as im reading?.. like voice detection or something ?

[@MarkusPix]

Yes the one I mentioned

[@MileyonDisney]

Far out, man!

[@MarkusPix]

dig it baby.

[@WongTanabaNg]

thanks bud

[@mygiguser]

google translate says: iloknzi in Maltese translates to speeches in English

[@daletaylor406]

Can any of these be used as a front projection unit / beamsplitter?

[@pfuisi]

Thanks for 8:02 :)

[@BestMusicToolsOfficial]

I need one and I can’t decide which one works for my Sony Zve10 kit lens Btw is the giveaway still open?

[@Dah_J]

How do we enter the giveaway for these?

[@infiveg]

Это точно нерусский язык. Я тоже не могу это выговорить. Китайцы заходят за рамки возможного 😁😁😁

[@ZOIMIBiIE]

These would be SICK if you could play guitar tabs or music over instead of strictly text

[@Aliona-g4c]

Hi, which app do you for this teleprompter? Some people say that you need to have a paid version of an app in order to the mirror the text . Is it true?

[@MarkusPix]

I mention the app in the video and have link in description box

[@johnsondu1896]

What? For so many years I thought you are so fluent and confident in front of cameras, now you tell me you use teleprompter?

[@MarkusPix]

No no, I hardly ever use them, sometimes every now and then I have to because of technical details I don't want to get wrong, which is why i use an old basic one that collects dust most of the time

[@johnsondu1896]

@@MarkusPix You are my hero then.

[@AsifPervez]

thanks or great comparoison. how can I participate for giveaway?

[@celpabedn]

Is it possible to start with two mobiles phones and a T2?

[@MarkusPix]

of course

[@MeltedElf]

A great way to minimize the eye movement when reading a teleprompter is to move the camera as far away as possible. Harder to do with these smaller screens and portable systems. Reading from a teleprompter is probably one of the best skills I learned in my high school TV studio classes... Might have been one of the only things I learned in that class, I was essentially the second teacher in that class.

[@MarkusPix]

Not necessary if using a phone. Eye movement is the same if using bigger screen further back or small screen closer up.

[@VHATSLAV-yb9xe]

👍🇷🇺

[@stickgarrote8582]

If you’re on a budget, it takes 20 minutes to make your own from cardboard, a photo frame and some tape.

[@DenysZharkov]

PIXAERO MOBUS S best

[@DannyFyffe]

I entered another one to ensure someone else has the winning entry as I won't win.

[@MarkusPix]

😄

[@samuraiintellectual]

Wait you use a teleprompter, oh no!

[@Augnos]

You’d be surprised on how many people use teleprompters.

[@MarkusPix]

Most of the time I don't, but every now and then there are some important things I don't want to forget.

[@ROBOTRIX_eu]