The Blog
The archive of my blog (since 2010).
My 2021 YouTube + Livestream Studio Setup
Here is a look at where I film my YouTube videos, podcasts, and online courses. I share all the gear I'm using and how I set it all up so I can walk in and start filming in less than a minute.
My Minimal Desk Setup for Video Editing
Here's a tour of my video editing desk setup, which is also a sample lesson from my new course "Learn Premiere Pro CC 2021".
Keychron K2 Mechanical Keyboard Review, Unboxing & Setup
The Keychron K2 is my favorite mechanical keyboard and I’ve been using it for about a year. I just bought two more K2’s, version two’s, so in this video I’ll share a review, unboxing, and setup tutorial.
New Course — How to Record Better Audio for Your Videos
My brand new course about learning Audio Basics for Filming Videos is now live! Learn more in this post.
Why I Sold My Canon EOS R — Unboxing the Canon R5
Why I sold my EOS R and upgraded to the Canon R5 for photo and video. I unbox a Canon R5, a BG-R10 Battery Grip, a Control Ring Mount Adapter, a Prograde Cfexpress type B card, and a Prograde Card Reader.
12 Reasons I Sold My Canon C200 to Buy a C70
I just sold my Canon C200 and bought a Canon C70 cinema camera to replace it, so in this video I'm going to explain why.
Canon C70 Unboxing + Hands-On First Impressions
Just a simple video of me unboxing the Canon EOS C70 Cinema Camera, giving my first impressions on the body size, weight, top handle, and accessories.
Choosing the Perfect Camera for You (At Any Budget)
In this podcast episode I chat with Greg Farnum all about cameras and which ones we’d buy.
Better Lighting for Your Videos On Any Budget
In this podcast episode I chat with Tommy Calloway about how to improve lighting in your videos.
How to Record Better Audio on Any Budget
In this episode I chat with Curtis Judd about how to record high quality audio, what gear he recommends, and common audio mistakes to avoid.
Which Camera Monitor Should I Buy?
I recently reviewed three monitors at different price points. Needs and budgets vary and I don't believe there's ever just one tool for the job. There's just the right tool for the job. So let's jump in...
Best Budget On-Camera LED Light
This tiny light is the Lume Cube Panel Mini. A brand new pocket-sized, bi-color LED that is the perfect size to live on your camera.
Introducing the SwitchPod Ball Head
The most asked question and request we got was "are you going to make a ball head?" So, while we recommended third party ball heads to put on top of a SwitchPod, we were secretly working on our next product.
And today, you're the first to find out about it: The SwitchPod Ball Head.
No New Gear This Year
Here's something I'm committing to for 2020.
I'm not going to buy any photo or video gear or equipment this year.
Dear Canon... Please Give Us These 5 Things
I know it might sound like I’m being hard on you Canon, you’ve been a great partner all these years. I hope this feedback and tough love encourages you to keep making us wildly amazing equipment.
Filming a Scene from David Fincher’s Se7en
A fellow filmmaker asked me if I’d want to DP a short film inspired by a scene from David Fincher’s Se7en and test some new lights with him.
So of course I said yes.
From GARAGE to OFFICE — Photography & Video Studio Tour
This is my garage / office / video & photo studio.
In this post going to share what I've learned working from home for 8 years and show you what I use to run my business.
Sony RX0 II Review — Is it worth it?
The Sony RX0 Mark II packs a 1” sensor, 24mm equivalent lens, a flip up screen, and an external microphone jack. All of which make it a great option for filming yourself vlog style or taking selfies, but at $700 US, is it worth it?