Product Review Archives - The Slanted Lens

13 Affordable LEDs: What to BUY and What’s BRIGHTEST!

May 23, 2019 By Morgan Leave a Comment

So today we are comparing 13 different LED Lights that come in at under $1000. We compare the brightest to a 1k and see which one is the most bang for your buck. We are giving away 4 of lights from below: Savage Fresnel 1000 LED Light Mivitar Menik Bi-Color LED Fresnel Light Genaray Powerhouse […]

CRAZY!! Time-Lapse with Green Screen using edelkrone SliderONE v2

May 16, 2019 By Morgan Leave a Comment

We are working with edelkrone today as we create a time-lapse piece using a green screen! We are using their SliderONE v2 and HeadONE to film the time-lapse, but then we are going to composite that piece with a live-action green screen scene. So what I love about this SliderONE is that it is a […]

How to Light Your Vlog

December 4, 2018 By Morgan 2 Comments

Get the perfect lighting to kickstart your own studio setup for vlogging with 4 different possible lighting setups, using ring lights, standard LEDs, and the sun! Lighting will help to boost the production value of your vlogs. The quality of light that you get on your face is very important. A larger softer source is […]

Finding Unique Camera Angles

November 29, 2018 By Morgan Leave a Comment

Surprise! Bet you didn’t expect to see a Platypod on my head. Today we are going to explore some unique camera angles with the lightweight, travel tripod, the Platypod. Regular tripods are great for shooting regular, standard headshots, but if you are looking to step up your shots, the Platypod offers you the flexibility to […]

How to Grow Your Brand On Instagram with Jordan Zobrist

November 22, 2018 By Morgan Leave a Comment

Hi, this is Jay P! We have Jordan Zobrist with us today, and she’s going to teach us how to create a strong brand on Instagram. This video is sponsored by Black Rapid’s new Nicole Elliott Camera Strap. It’s a strap designed for women that is based on the way babies have been carried for […]

Why use RGB LEDs? Review of Intellytech’s RGB LiteCloth

November 20, 2018 By Morgan Leave a Comment

Hi, this is Jay P! Today, we’re going to be reviewing Intellytech’s new RGB 2’x2′ Litecloth. The future of lighting seems to be heading toward RGB. Why is that? Well, because you can choose whatever color you want quickly and easily without having to use gels or extra equipment. Say, if you’re in a situation […]

Sensor Size Comparison for Photography

October 18, 2018 By Morgan 3 Comments

Hi, this is Jay P. Morgan and Kenneth Merrill. Our model for today is Lezl Gonzales (@lezlkoe)! We are going to be taking a look at four different sensor sizes and see how they compare with one another. First, we have the Hasselblad X1D, which is a Medium format camera, it’s the largest digital sensor […]

Black Magic Pocket Cinema Camera 4k vs. GH5

October 11, 2018 By Morgan Leave a Comment

This is Jay P. here coming to you with a camera comparison on two hot cameras on the market. To compare the BMPCC4K with the GH5, we tested the dynamic range, stabilization, color science, ease of use, and ergonomics of both! Check out Borrow Lenses for any lenses, cameras, or equipment you need to rent […]

Gimbal Comparison: DJI Ronin S or Zhiyun Crane 2?

September 27, 2018 By Morgan 1 Comment

Can’t decide which gimbal to buy? We will be testing the flexibility, setup time, and smoothness of shots between the DJI Ronin S and Zhiyun Crane 2 in a variety of cinematic movements. Joining us today for our shoot is our model Lezl Gonzales (@lezlkoe). Before we get started, we set some standard parameters. Kenneth […]

Continuous Lighting for Photography with 100 Lume Cubes

September 6, 2018 By Morgan 3 Comments

We are going to use 100 Lume Cubes to teach you how continuous light can be used on a film set. Seeing is Believing Using continuous light on set for still photography is a great way to learn photographic concepts and getting you comfortable with lighting techniques. Since continuous light never turns off, it’s much easier […]