I am taking a quick look at SKB‘s new line of cases that include Think Tank interiors. These cases are fantastic and work perfectly for photography and video equipment. Let’s take a quick look at what makes these cases so great! The Hybrid Case to End All Hybrid Cases It seems that everyone is obsessed […]
Camera Comparison: What’s the Best Full Frame Camera Under $2000? 5DIII vs. 6DII vs. a7II
We’re comparing the Canon 5DIII and 6DII with the Sony a7II to find out which is the best full frame camera under $2000 on the market, today on The Slanted Lens! Check out the comparison and find the camera that is right for you! Keep those cameras rollin’ and keep on clickin’! -Jay P. and Kenneth P.S. If you are looking […]
Lighting Products and Creating Motion for Video Using the Syrp Genie Mini
Today on The Slanted Lens we are looking at how to create amazing product photography using lighting and a Syrp Genie Mini. Product Photography When shooting still or video of a product, you definitely want the product to look its best! This lesson was inspired by a friend of mine who creates really beautiful wooden […]
Are You Calibrating Your Display? Switch to Spyder5ELITE+ From ANY Brand!
Do you have an older calibrator? Looking for a change? You can now UPGRADE to a Datacolor Spyder5ELITE+ from any existing calibrator – ANY BRAND! Technology changes and Datacolor wants you to stay with it. They keep up with the changing industry with their new products. Get the latest in display calibration technology with Spyder5ELITE+. […]
QuickTip: Setting Up a Tripod
I’m giving a QuickTip on how to properly setup and use a tripod, today on The Slanted Lens! Tips for Setting Up Tripods If you aren’t planning on fully extending the legs of your tripod, don’t use the thinnest part of the leg first! You are using the weakest point of the leg to support […]
Adding Color to Shadows Using Gels
Today on The Slanted Lens we are looking at how we can use Rosco gels to add color to the shadows in our shots. This is easiest to do when you have a hard light ratio, so for today’s shoot we are using a 1:4 light ratio. Let’s check it out! Using Gels Gels are […]
Are LEDs Good for Portraits?
Today on The Slanted Lens we are using Rosco LEDs to take portraits and are discussing the pros and cons of doing so. Let’s take a look! Why Consider Using LEDs over Strobes? For the shoot that accompanied this lesson we were doing a film noir theme. These 1920’s era shots feature very hard lighting […]
QuickTip: Duvetyne: The Black Hole Production (Make Things Disappear On Set)
Today on The Slanted Lens we’ve got a QuickTip about how to make unwanted objects disappear on set! What is this magical solution to all your problems? It’s not smoke and mirrors- it’s duvetyne! What is Duvetyne? Duvetyne is a thick black cloth with a knap on one side that is highly effective at absorbing […]
Vanguard Alta Pro 2+ Tripod Review
Today on The Slanted Lens, we are checking out Vanguard‘s all-new line of bags and tripods- the Alta Pro Series. I will be reviewing the Vanguard Alta Rise and the Vanguard Alta Pro 2+ 263CT Carbon-Fiber Tripod specifically, so let’s take a look! The Alta Rise I personally really enjoy Vanguard’s bags. They have all […]
Sound Solution for the Alexa Mini
Check out the Beacktek preamp for the ARRI Alexa Mini and other similar cine cameras, here. Today on The Slanted Lens Jay P. and Lars are interviewing Wendell and Jane, restaurant owners down in Bombay Beach, CA. We are using the Alexa Mini to shoot the interview, and in order to resolve the Alexa’s sound issues, we are […]