What Lens Should You Be Using for Talking Head?

What lens does Casey Neistat use?
What is the best lens for youtube?
What lighting do famous KZbinrs use?
In this video, I take a look at ‪@casey‬ Neistat ‪@LizziePeirce‬ ‪@PeterLindgren1‬ and ‪@PeterMcKinnon‬ to break down their youtube shots. - what lights, how far away is their camera from where they sit, what lens and cameras are they using?
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[@jonathanfouch4596]

I've been on KZbin for 15 years and never commented on a video before. This video is awesome. I've spent the entire day trying to find a basic primer on lens/lighting setup for someone with a technical background (but not alot of video experience). I appreciate that this got right to the point and without any BS. Kudos. A breathe of fresh air.

[@troyflatland5299]

And a guy with no subscribers can’t even bother to respond to your only comment in 15 years what a clown!

[@troyoboyo17]

That was more helpful than like a hundred different "best KZbin setup" videos thank you

[@Mandelrot]

Super useful information, straight to the point, no bullshit or long empty intros, no stupid childish jokes... I'm just subscribed and hope this channel rockets up high as it deserves.

[@ZeDLoCs]

I found this channel yesterday and subscribed with the idea, “this guys got probably at least 100k subscribers.” and was shocked to not see that. I love your form of storytelling so much and can’t wait to see your platform grow!

[@RebuildingSaad]

I just realised you're at 4.25k subs at right now in May 2024. You deserve wayyy more. Given the production quality of your video and the clarity with which you deliver information, I just assumed you were at 50-75k subs. I hope you get there real soon.

[@labdian]

This was amazing. I've never really understood what camera to buy, and I still don't, but at least now I understand more about those lense numbers. An extraordinarily exciting video on basically a very dull subject, I was totally gripped.

[@Cabl3Guy32]

Was anxious about searching through a bunch of videos finding out how to do a basic video shot and you literally referenced the people i thought did well and wanted to try. So grateful

[@TheFunnyVille]

this is incredibly informative and well edited! would love to see more of these creator analysis vids!!

[@jemandvondort1585]

Honestly the information that you provided so condensed and quickly is amazing! Very well done!

[@chibiusa]

Nice informative video! Didn't expect such a polished video from a small content creator! Definitely shows how high the bar is on KZbin now. Keep up the good work!

[@NicholasJamesJohnson]

Thank you! Im just getting started - sure hope to join the big boys one day :)

[@TrailTime.]

Man… this was interesting, and exactly what I needed to hear (as someone moving on to step 2).

[@TheErnieAguilar]

This is EXACTLY the explanation I was looking for! Straight to the point and no BS. Thank you!

[@jmoss99]

I can't see this video enough. It is colorful and moves right along. Good editing.

[@veerxyz]

bro i subbed you from 2 channels that i use extensively on yt. Good work and thanks for this much dense effort with live visual mm transitions!

[@ArunWadhwa]

Absolutely love how to the point and informative this video was! Subscribed!

[@zedl]

this was such a cool video to watch. I learned so much!

[@Scoofnie]

It’s crazy how much this video looks like a green screen till you explain it and you see it from different angles. Definitely learned a lot watching, much appreciated.

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i love the concision, instant sub

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The quality of your video and the information you are giving in such a good way is really amazing. Subed right away. Keep it up cheers 🥂

[@AstrologerVaibhavBhardwaj]

Wow, this video is packed with so much useful information in just 7 mins. Super helpful! Thank you so much.

[@etiennerastoin2501]

This is a fantastic video! I hope you get the exposure you deserve. Keep going!

[@fastinnovation]

This was the best, most to-the-point video on lenses I've seen anywhere. I love the detailed examples. Awesome!

[@_marlene]

This is one of the best informative vids I've ever seen. You made me excited about photography maybe for the first time. Like really this is a masterpiece video.

[@davidhohnholt5974]

Wow. I loved this. I only have an 85 mm, 30 mm, 70-110 mm, and a kit lense and I have been wondering which to use. This really helps. I really want a nice 24 mm lense now.

[@badseedtech]

Great video man! I've been poking around checking out other creators' talking head and this was the only video I needed. Wish I'd have found it two weeks ago lol

[@boriskezic4732]

I wasn't ready to learn this much in such a short timeframe. Wow. Thank you!

[@StirfriedGerman]

You sold me on the RSC2 video on your other channel last year ! Love the production quality, you deserve more views.

[@NicholasJamesJohnson]

Thank you! I think I made the mistake of making my other channel about too may things for youtube to find a solid audience. So I split out the photography stuff to this one and the other one will be science projects and money...

[@StirfriedGerman]

@@NicholasJamesJohnson Possibly, hard to say. But you should definitely look into SEO and most notably keyword dilution too.

[@HelloDdSoWhat]

So helpful and insightful! Thank u!

[@CandidClara]

This is EXACTLY the video I needed with a level of geekiness and detail I love! Thank you!

[@anacarolinalessa265]

Finally some fucking amazing and concise video on lenses! Incredible work!

[@JoeMurphysGuitarlessons]

Another great vid Nic, keep up the great work

[@HunterClowdusVlogs]

This edit and information is AWESOME!! Thank you!!

[@loftnine3594]

Phenomenal, video, insight and production ! Thank you!

[@jeffreythemeditator]

super informative. great examples. thanks!

[@TeddyCavachon]

It is DISTANCE TO NEAR OBJECT no focal length of the lens which changes near-far perspective. With faces the key near-far relationship is nose-to-ears and how wide the head behind the ears looks. I’ve been shooting faces with a camera since 1968 and have observed the standard for what most consider ‘normal’ perspective change when people started vlogging with phones and GoPros on selfie sticks a distances far closer than any conventional portrait photographer would use. 85mm - 105mm became the range off focal lengths used for 35mm because that range produced head and shoulder and headshot crops from 6-10ft which is the range of shooting distances which will make a face appear ‘as seen by eye’ at typical interaction distances. The near-far perspective of the human eye also changes with distance but since it is a fixed focal length the FOV does not change and our perception “tunnels” on the center 2° of the FOV when we fixate on anything - width of of thumb at arm’s length - due to the way most of the RGB sensing cone cells are concentrated around the optic nerve. The takeaway is regardless of camera format, try different viewing distances, pick the one that produces the near-far perspective you want then pick the focal length that produces the desired in-camera crop if not able to to alter it in post-processing.

[@zackjennings4355]

That was so amazingly helpful

[@dustinbailey2546]

Great video - you nailed it! I just bought the LUMIX S5ii and am trying to figure out which lens I should invest in first for talking head videos. This was a huge help!

[@Monstyyy]

Thanks for getting straight to the point! Very useful information :)

[@maditya47]

Very Informative nuggets. Looking forward to in depth videos of each creator. Specially Casey's!!

[@B-RollBooks]

What a helpful guide! I expected to use a 90mm, but upon testing I realized that 35mm is my sweet spot. Flattering enough while revealing just the right amount of background. I start filming next week. Thanks for helping a beginner get an instinct for this.

[@NicholasJamesJohnson]

Thank you! Im glad to help.. Hope your first few attempts go well!!

[@jmanchester]

Awesome video! Great info, especially for using a smaller set and not wanting to include a lot of the area behind you. Great Stuff! Subbed!

[@SnokrUmar]

One of the best video on this platform keep it up 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@RebuildingSaad]

Fantastic video! So much context, a host of relatable examples, explanations for the whys and hows of different choices as well as their end results. Thank you. =)

[@robinsonaguilar2364]

Awesome video! Great information, thank you 🙏🏻

[@composercode]

Awesome content!!! The best real-world explanation of focal length and its effects on telling a story. Using real KZbinrs was such a great touch. Your channel will blow up, I'm sure of it.

[@foursite]

Thank you, thank you!!! Great explanation for those of us who are brand new to video or photo. Much appreciated! It all makes sense now.

[@Fitwithvic]

This video deserves way more views! Thank you so so much for sharing this❤

[@framebuyframe2493]

Excellent video. Very useful.

[@thesamalexis]

This is a great video with examples! THANK YOU!!!

[@BakerOverland]

Super helpful. You explained all of this incredibly well. New sub.

[@therealmoonstone]

was shocked to see that u have 3k subs only. editing and content is amazing. only thing i’d say is the blue and pink makes it a lil less serious but hey maybe thats a good thing. keep it up

[@IAmFitzee]

Not even 3k followers is disgusting, you deserve far more!

[@YourYoruichi]

I agree! This guy is very informative and taught me a lot about lenses. The effort he puts in to make the video interesting and gem-dropping is amazing. Hitting that follow button takes a second man .

[@somaticconsent510]

thanks, learned a lot for my production setting

[@Mambagta]

So much important information. Thank you

[@trikooCreates]

very informative, thanks mate.

[@matthewchacon2625]

Never thought I'd make a comment like this but how is this video only at 10K. really good info!

[@Ahedfares]

Very informative , absolutely no jargon, mad respects for that! Thanks mate!

[@lonerfs]

Loved the video, the way you share the information is very easy to understand, keep making videos please!

[@NicholasJamesJohnson]

Thank you so much! Im just getting started:)

[@sifisomdletshe9745]

very helpful, thanks mate

[@briskettaco]

This video is amazing. I really could have used this a few years ago when I was trying to figure out why my videos sucked so bad.

[@THATSTREAL]

Awesome informative video! Thank you for this!

[@legalchunks]

Keep posting man your channel should have 50k - 100k subs soon!

[@Johnny.Action]

super helpful brother!

[@SwiftySanders]

This is a great video!!! Thx for the tips.

[@MichiganDad]

This was great ... Thank you. Ive been researching lenses for days and this helps me think of the solution in a new way.

[@productdesignermaker]

Great video! Thank you!

[@Wiktorpedia]

I love KZbin some times. I tried to investigate this myself but you already did all the research

[@mikecole4489]

This really helped thank you man

[@Pabz2030]

Use a lens length that flatters the person in the video and position the camera and dress the set accordingly. Dont use a wide angle lens if the person is large or rounded features. Dont use a long lens zoomed way in if the person has thin or pointed features. Shooting at 35mm and giving your subject room will work for most body/face shapes and sizes. You can always crop in the frame in post if you shoot in a high enough resolution to create a more intimate feel without distorting their features

[@labdian]

Wait. So a long lens zoomed way in will make me look slimmer? Thanks!

[@Marshell]

Richtig gutes Tutorial. Vielen Dank!

[@DLlama]

Thank you for this video!! Finally, instead of someone trying to sell me a bunch of stuff I don't need, someone just teaches how to find the answer myself. 10/10 🙏

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Absolutely love it 🎉

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Thank you for the great informative review 👍 ✨ ✨

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I thought you must have at least 100k subscribers. The quality is superb!

[@NicholasJamesJohnson]

I love seeing these comments - and I hope there's a full-time KZbin future for me!! It's been interesting to see which videos do well compared to which videos get no attention at all - and it always seems to be the ones I work the hardest on that get no views. I love the process, though, and Im not stopping!

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Dude, how are you that amazing man?! you just solved so many questions for me in few moments. thanks you

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This was one of the best videos I've ever seen on KZbin!

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This is a fantastic video!

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Quite a bit of detective work! Thanks for sharing

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My guy.....your video just kicked my ass. AMAZING WORK.

[@RachelVMadrigal]

I just spent hours doing research for a new lens. This video deserves more subscribers.

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This is an incredible video, thank you.

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Actually brilliant video 🎉

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[@woodroofguy]

Great videos! New subscriber. A question regarding lens choice and focal length… if I want to use a green screen to add information/photos/videos behind me, does the green screen need to be in the same focal length as me, or can it be out of focus? I plan on starting my tests with a nice Panasonic/Leica Summilux 25mm 1.4 lens on a M4/3rd resulting in a 50mm equivalent. And based on your green screen video (thanks for that!) I will need to play with my distance from the green screen. Thank again!

[@NicholasJamesJohnson]

It’s actually better if the green screen is out of focus. That will smooth out imperfections of the fabric and even out the color. And yeah, further from it you can sit the better just for colors. And thanks!!!

[@gushitomusic7035]

great video ! Thanks :)

[@rob_cancilla]

Really glad I found your channel. Great vibe and energy. We also might have the same hand gestures haha

[@NicholasJamesJohnson]

Haha, isnt it funny the things you learn about yourself after watching videos of you talking? I would have said I DONT talk with my hands, but there is quite bit of evidence to the contrary.

[@JeremyJames_studio]

Excellent video Nicholas

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Great work.

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Excellent video! Subbed

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Epic information ❤

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Hugely valuable video. 👍🦘