Michael Andrew's Blog, page 17

Fuji Video Zoom Exposure Shift Issue - Why it happens

I have received many requests to investigate this problem with Fuji lenses in that when you zoom during video there are slight Exposure shifts at certain focal lengths. This is most likely the culprit.





#Fuji #FujiExposureShift #FujiLenses



Michael's Intro Camera Tutorial Videos:



MAVEN Filters, Mini Travel Tripod



My new MAVEN Mini Microphone kit for beginning videographers



Michael's Maven Straps:

5 Confidence Tips for Introverts - Starting A Youtube Channel

Most people are surprised when they find out I am a hard core introvert "you do so well on your youtube channel". It can be very stressful for introverts to get started, and there was one breakthrough, and very easy tip that literally changed my life about being in front of a camera I wanted to share with my fellow introvert brothers and sisters! Enjoy!



Michael's Intro Camera Tutorial Videos



My new MAVEN Mini Microphone kit for beginning videographers



Michael's Maven Straps



#TipsForIntroverts #StartingAYouTubeChannel #Confidence

I’ve had 3 sell outs on my new #mavenminimic but...

I've had 3 sell outs on my new #mavenminimic but was never a fan of the camera mount that came with it, so I designed a new shock mount, and combined it with a dual cold shoe mount I made a while ago. The tension clip is very fast, not the screw type, made of PETG & 100% replaceable if it wears out it breaks. The mic is suspended with two rubber o rings, and you can still add two additional accessories, like a second mic and a light. Will work with any mini mic including the #rodevideomicro - I'll have a promo for these coming soon - dm me if interested!

Best On Camera Microphone Under $50 2020 - Part 1 - Maven Mini Microphone for Cameras

This is the first of a series of videos discussing the best beginner microphone, under $50 for 2020. There is a long history to it, and this microphone was the winner of blind sound test. I hadn't heard of the company and did a lot of research to bring it to the spotlight. This video is a basic introduction to the Maven Mini Microphone, and some of the reasons I no longer recommend the Rode Video Pro, I will have some follow up videos discussing the challenges of recording in camera, preamps, workflow and other topics, so I know many of you will want side by side tests, those have been recorded and are coming soon. Thank you!



Here is the limited offer on the Maven Mini Mic:



Look for the coupon box when checking out on Amazon, it will save you 60% for a limited time only!



My new MAVEN Mini Microphone kit for beginning videographers



Michael's Intro Camera Tutorial Videos



MAVEN Filters, Travel Tripod



Michael's Maven Straps



#CameraMicrophone #DSLRMicrophone #VloggingMic

4 Reasons to Not Answer Beginning Photography Questions

With the amount of questions I get every day online there is no possible way for me to answer everything.



My students who are willing to accept the burden of learning always learn more faster than those who do not.



Kinda hard to believe I am saying this, but yes, there are certain circumstances I wont answer certain types of photography questions. We see a lot of animosity towards beginners in forums (and probably will) and I was always trying to figure out why this happens. I finally think I caught a glimpse of it, and Im starting to feel like there are times its better to not answer. I dont think being mean is the way to go, but not answering is probably ok in these circumstances.



I am being too mean? Did I miss any other reasons?





#BeginnerPhotographer #PhotographyQuestions #NewPhotographerQuestions



Michael's Intro Camera Tutorial Videos



MAVEN Filters, Mini Microphone



My new MAVEN Mini Microphone kit for beginning videographers



Michael's Maven Straps

Lens Sharpness Is Overrated - These 5 Photographic Elements Matter More

For as much time as I spend talking about lens sharpness, it isn't the first or even second most important part of an image, its actually 6th on my list. I do LOVE a good sharp lens, but without these other elements, sharp images dont matter as much. What good is a very sharp lens if it is out of focus or over exposed? Would love to know where you guys have it on your list!



#LensSharpness #CameraLensSharpness #SharpImages



Michael's Intro Camera Tutorial Videos



MAVEN Filters, Mini Microphone



My new MAVEN Mini Microphone kit for beginning videographers



Michael's Maven Straps

Fuji X-T4 | Full Specs Confirmed - 15FPS, 240 @1080, Battery, Screen & More!

Im now under the opinion that certain camera manufacturers are intentionally trickling out specs through rumor sites. https://www.fujirumors.com has done a great job getting the details out to the public and it looks like the final specs are confirmed before next weeks official announcement!



All info is coming from: https://www.fujirumors.com



Check out some of my fuji crash courses!



Michael's Fuji X-T3 Crash Course



Michael's Intro Camera Tutorial Videos



MAVEN Filters, Travel Tripod



My new MAVEN Mini Microphone kit for beginning videographers



Michael's Maven Straps



#X-T4 #FujiX-T4 #FujiFilm

Nikon 780 Maven Usability Score - 87.5

Using the new Usability scoring system I proposed a few videos ago, the Nikon D780 feels very intuitive and mostly easy to use. There were only a few glaring omissions and thoughts I had on its improvement.



Methodology - Each Camera Starts at a Base Score of 65 and I then add and subtract points based on a set of criteria (that I am still figuring out) but will be transparent as to how I get those points here - How I score: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJ334...



(Methodology Update:

Start at 65

Plain Tilty Monitors Get +2 instead of +1

I have also removed digital level as most cameras have them, so the score remains largely the same)



Titly Monitor: +2

Touch Sensitive Monitor For Shooting: +2

Touch Monitor for Menus: +2

Deep Grip: +2

Power Switch Around Shutter: +1

2 Card Slots: +2

Customizable Buttons (.5 Its Each)- +1.5

Customizable Quick Menu: +2

Locking Dials +1 x 3 = 3

Charge in Camera +1

Good Eye AF: +2

Peaking +1

Zebras +1



Penalties- Need a double tap in menus: -1



Updated Total Score: 87.5



Michael's Intro Camera Tutorial Videos



MAVEN Filters, Mini Microphone



My new MAVEN Mini Microphone kit for beginning videographers



Michael's Maven Straps





Nikon D780



#Nikon #NikonD780Usability #D780

Canon R5 - What we can infer, 44.7 or 39 MP sensor, 8K Little to No Crop, 4K 120 2X Crop

With the R5's Developmental Announcement, one of the most common questions Ive been getting is about the 8K video and how much it will be limited or cropped. In this video I will go over what we now either know or can infer based on images or the tool of inference crunching data. We do not know which 8K standard the R5 will shoot, but using the pythagorean theorem and reverse engineering the aspect rations / resolutions of the 2 standards at 16:9 we can make some pretty good guesses. There will be some negatives however.....



#Canon8K #CanonR5 #CanonEOSR5



Michael's Intro Camera Tutorial Videos:



MAVEN Filters, Travel Tripod



My new MAVEN Mini Microphone kit for beginning videographers



Michael's Maven Straps

Maven’s Camera Usability Score - Methodology

Being that I am the only one on Youtube who reviews usability, and at the suggestion of a subscriber, I have devised my own camera usability score methodology. Here is how it works:



Here is how the point system is broken down:



Maven Usability Score Start at 65



Main Features:



Primary Settings - 1 Button Press

Secondary Settings - 2 Button Presses

Tertiary Settings - 3 Button Presses

Quarternary Settings - 4 Menu Presses





Monitor Considerations

Touch Operation & Focus Monitor +2

Non- Obscured Front Facing Monitor +2

Tilty Monitor +1







Menu Considerations



Touch Menus +2

Homongenous Menu Systems )(Like Sony) -2

Buffer Lockout 1, or -2 depending on length after full burst.





Ergonomics



Ergonomic Grip

Eye Relief +1

Pinched Finger with certain lenses -2



Joystick (in addition to directional pad)

Other duplicate controls +2



Power around Shutter +1





Functional Bonuses





2 Card Slots +2

Each Fully Customizable button = 1/2

Customizable Quick Menus +2

Locking Mode Dial / ISO Button / Drive (+1 each)

Lock Feature +1

Charge Battery In Camera +1









Performance Bonuses / Make Camera Easier To Use





Good Eye Af +2

Peaking Focus +1

Zebras +1

Digital Level +1





Penalties





Left Eye Problem Worth -3, Gets "R" Designation

Short Battery Life, -1, -2 depending on battery

Front facing monitor that conflicts with other feature -1

No Back Button Focus Abilities -1



I would love to have your feedback as to what I should add or score differently. Once I have all the variables, Ill post it all on a google document!





Michael's Intro Camera Tutorial Videos



MAVEN Filters, Mini Microphone



My new MAVEN Mini Microphone kit for beginning videographers



Michael's Maven Straps



#CameraUsability #CameraErgonomics #CameraEfficiency