Filmmaking, Tutorials

How To Shoot Video With GoPro Hero 9 Using ND Filters

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ND filters are essential for creating professional-looking videos. ‘Why?’ you ask? The video settings of the GoPro are simply too limited for always achieving the best possible exposure for the lighting conditions one’s in. Especially shooting in bright daylight can be a challenge.

In this video I go over my cinematic video setting for the GoPro Hero 9 and how to use ND filters to get the best possible results – professional looking video.

You can get the Freewell Standard Day ND Filters I use in the video here: https://geni.us/FWSD4K

Filmmaking, Tutorials

Ultimate Timelapse Tutorial for GoPro HERO 9 Black

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Creating time-lapse video is super fun! A sequence of single images are being combined to a video that shows your scene change dramatically over time. This could be the movement of clouds, stars, or even the day turn to night.

In this video, I am going over the settings for creating a professional-looking time-lapse video with the GoPro Hero 9. Here are some shooting intervals to get you started:

1 second
Moving traffic
Fast-moving clouds
Drivelapses

1- 3 seconds
Sunsets and sunrises
Slower moving clouds
Crowds

15 – 30 seconds
Moving shadows
Sun or moon across sky
Stars (15 – 60 seconds)

1 – 3 minutes
Growing plants
Construction sights

Once you are done shooting your image sequence, follow the steps as outlined in the following tutorial to create your final video clip.

Just in case you are still not happy and would like to give your video a dramatic, processed look, check out the LUTs and Instagram presets in my shop.

Filmmaking, Gadgets, Tutorials

BEST Low Light Settings for the GoPro Hero 9 Black

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GoPros aren’t renowned for their low light capabilities, however with the right settings, the results can be pleasing. In this GoPro low light tutorial, I go over all relevant settings, like shutter speed, ISO, and picture profiles. I explain what they mean and how to use them.

For the very best results you want to keep your ISO as low as possible, use a low framerate and low shutter speed. The settings that I usually use are:

  • Resolution/FPS: 4K/24p
  • Lens: Wide
  • Hypersmooth: On
  • Bit Rate: High
  • Shutter: 1/48
  • White Balance: Manual (3200k-4000k)
  • ISO Min: 100
  • ISO Max: 800
  • Sharpness: Low
  • Color: Flat

Shoot video at night with the GoPro like a pro!

Gadgets, Photography, Tutorials

BEST Settings for Shooting Photos with the GoPro Hero 9 Black

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Now that the new GoPro Hero 9 Black can take 20MP still photos, I thought it is a good idea to go over my recommended photo settings. I cover the different output formats – standard, HDR, and SuperPhoto. I also go over the ProTune settings, explaining what they mean and how to use them. Just in case you are interested in the Adobe Lightroom presets that I use, you can get them here: https://sellfy.com/rehaalev. Have fun shooting photos with your new GoPro!

Tutorials

GoPro HERO 8 Black Low Light Settings

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The GoPro isn’t the ideal low light camera. There are better alternatives out there, if shooting video at night is your thing. However, given the right settings, the results with the GoPro HERO 8 Black can be decent. In this video I go over my recommended setting for shooting in low light and show you some test clips as well.

Just in case you are interested in more than 30 minutes of GoPro Hero 8 Black test footage, I got you covered. All clips are unedited footage straight from the camera. Happy low light shooting.

Filmmaking, Gadgets, Tutorials

Sony RX0 II Vlogging Setup (Camera Cage and ND Filter for Sony RX0 II)

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Let me introduce the Sony RX0 II Vlogging Setup with the UURig C-RX0 II Vlogging Case, so you get the most out of your little camera. It’s a perfect protective cage for the Sony RX0 II with 37mm thread adapter to mount an ND filter and a cold shoe mount to attach an external microphone. Here are the links to all the gear I used for this setup.

Camera Cage : https://amzn.to/30fwf2H
ULANZI L1 Pro Video Light : https://amzn.to/2HhD50c
ULANZI Aluminum Grip: https://amzn.to/2VlvuBk
MicW iShotgun : https://amzn.to/2YnOwJi
Hoya 52mm Variable ND Filter : https://amzn.to/2Q2IQSa
FiiO Audio Cable : https://amzn.to/2Vi6LOj