The Rode VideoMic Go II is a brand new shotgun microphone that only costs $99. It debuted in January 2021 and it is a miniature, stripped-down version of the popular Rode VideoMic NTG, which came out in November 2019. In this post, we'll give you more details about this microphone and compare it to some
After 6 months of using the Rode Wireless Go 2 to film travel vlogs and in-studio talking head videos, we have our long-term review of the product. Here are the good and bad points about this affordable wireless microphone system, plus an overview of the brand new Rode Central Mobile App. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BqDAAzW4Lfg What
Unlock hidden features on your GoPro action camera with GoPro Labs! This experimental program allows users to download an optional firmware update to their GoPros to try out custom features. Many are in beta mode and some have restrictions, but this is a GoPro-supported program that adds new features. It doesn't take any away. Originally,
What are neutral density (ND) filters and how do you use them? Today I'll explain what ND filters are, how they differ from other filters such as polarizers, and when to use them when shooting photos or videos. What is an ND Filter? An ND filter goes on the front of your camera lens and
When it comes to couple vlogging or filming videos with multiple videos, camera audio options tend to get messy. Martin and I are very familiar with this challenge since we travel vlog each of our adventures and have long struggled to figure out the best audio solution. In this post, we’ll discuss 2 new types
What is the best GoPro mount for making travel videos and vlogging? There are tons of mount options out there, and which one is best for you depends on the situations you'll be filming in. In this post, we'll review six popular GoPro tripods and mounts that we use to film professional videos and casual
It's been six years since I last bought a full-frame camera, and suffice to say lots has changed in the world of digital cameras. That is why I recently pulled the trigger on a brand new Sony A7RIII mirrorless camera. As a Canon shooter for the past six years, it wasn't an easy decision, as I'll
One of the most popular posts on my blog is a controversial post about why the Canon 6D may not be for you. Although it was intended as a tongue-in-cheek article, it sparked a pretty big debate among loyal Canon photographers who love that camera. I'm actually one of them. I've loved Canon cameras so
Gift shopping for a photographer can be tough. It's hard to know what gadgets a shutterbug already has in their huge toolkit. Worse yet, you may not even know what half of the gear is if you aren't familiar with photography. If you're looking for a unique yet useful photo-related present, here are some gift
It's a reality that smartphone cameras are getting better and better with each release. Some photographers are even speculating that DSLRs will soon be replaced with smartphones. One way that photographers can start to set themselves apart in terms of skill is to learn video. It's not as complicated as it sounds, thanks largely to advancing
