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
As a self-employed photographer, the scary truth is that you now have a bigger tax responsibility. But the good news is that you are also entitled to deducting photography business expenses from your taxes. In this blog, tell you what business expenses are and what you can write off as a photographer. I also include
As 2018 draws to a close, it seems appropriate to do my final blog post of the year: the annual review. 2018 marks SIX years in business as a full-time freelancer, and six years of writing an annual review. This year was the most interesting out of them all, and it ends with a fairly
Earlier this year, I started a blog series loosely called, "How I am Learning to Make YouTube Videos." It's now been several months later, and I'm happy to report encouraging numbers indicating success. And more importantly, I have new insights into what I think will most help new video creators out. Let's get started! Why
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
