Q&A: Keeping Video Production Clients Happy

What should you charge for your production? How do you determine what is a fair price? How to keep your client happy. We explore the answers. Email Newsletter: http://videomaker.com/yt-charge http://twitter.com/videomaker http://facebook.com/VideomakerOnline editor@videomaker.com

Sony a7 III - Test footage

We shot the Sony a7III in Las Vegas. We tested s-log2 and s-log3 in UHD 4k. Shot 120fps in HD. We also tested its low light capabilities. Watch the video to see the test video.

Sony a7 III - Slow Mo Test footage - 120fps

We got our hands on the Sony a7 III and tested the S&Q mode (slow and quick). We shot 120fps in HD. We also tested the quick function shooting 1fps. Take a look at the footage yourself to see the quality.

Sony a7 III - Low Light Test - ISO noise

We set out to find out how the Sony a7 III does in low light. Starting at ISO100, we ramped the ISO up to the maximum to see at what point noise is introduced in to the picture. Watch the video to get the results!

Versatile Corporate Video Interview Lighting Setups (Sponsored)

Shooting interviews can be difficult. Here are some simple tips that will help you get a better looking video and get the right lighting for your needs. Learn more about the Solix and its included accessories at www.fjwestcott.com/solix #AD

Bit-depth Explained

A video camera’s ability to reproduce a smooth gradation between colors and shades is an important factor when seeking to capture filmic images.

Multicam Live Streaming Made Easy (Sponsored)

Get professional quality results with the easy to use and inexpensive high quality live-streaming solution, SlingStudio.

Why the 5D Mark IV is Made for Video Shooters (Sponsored)

Canon's EOS 5D Mark IV is a go-to camera for video production. With it's full-frame CMOS sensor, DCI 4K, high bit rate, Dual Pixel AF and optional C-log. #AD

Watch: Sony FS7 II Full Video Review with Test Footage

The Sony FS7 II is a robust and smartly designed camera. It has great ergonomics for ENG shooting, yet it offers deep cine features as well.

We got C-log on our Canon 5D Mark IV

We got a chance to upgrade our Canon 5D Mark IV and now we're showing it to you. We'll show you graded and ungraded c-log footage and talk about the new Canon Service Center - Canon Burbank. Plus we tested the ISO for noise, low light sensitivity and artifacting.

How to Maximize Adobe Creative Cloud Productivity (Sponsored)

How would you like to get the tech out of the way and create more? For creative professionals, having strong tools allows for creativity to flourish. The new Dell Precision workstations featuring Intel(r) Xeon(TM) processors help you squeeze the most out of Adobe Creative Cloud. #AD

GoPro HERO6 Black Image Stabilization (IS) Test

We tested the image stabilization (IS) on the GoPro HERO6 Black. Here is it with IS on and with it off so you can see the difference.

GoPro HERO6 Black Slow-mo Test 240fps

We tested the slow-mo capabilities of the GoPro HERO6 Black. Here is 240 frames per second(fps) slowed down to 24fps.

DRAGON BREATH FIRE VFX - Adobe After Effects Tutorial (SPONSOxRED)

DRAGON BREATH FIRE VFX - Adobe After Effects Tutorial (SPONSORED)

Want to learn how to spew dragon fire? In this tutorial I will show you how create an awesome Fire Breath VFX in Houdini & composite it in Adobe After Effects!

How to Buy an Interchangeable Lens Camera

While we have more options and greater technologies available than ever before, buying a new camera has never been more difficult. It’s not just that there are dozens of cameras to choose from; it’s that each one offers something totally different, while at the same time usually omitting a standard feature. It is confusing and dizzying, at best.

Best Panasonic Lumix GH5 settings for YouTube (Sponsored)

Whether you're a Cinematic Vlogger or a Action Shooter,the Panasonic Lumix GH5 offers an extensive list of options for YouTube creators that suit each style of of storytelling.

How to Make a Video with Just Stock Media (Sponsored)

We wanted to see what we could make with just stock media. VideoBlocks liked the idea and we had a good time putting it together. With so much to choose from on VideoBlocks, this video could have gone a million different ways. VideoBlocks.com

NAB 2017 Highlights

Every April, Videomaker heads to Las Vegas for the annual NAB Show. Here are the new releases and hidden gems from the show floor.

Camera Giveaway! Panasonic Lumix G7

How’d you like to win a Panasonic Lumix G7? The Lumix G7 features a micro four thirds 16-megapixel MOS sensor powered by the Venus Engine 9 processor built into an interchangeable lens camera package that fits nicely in your hands. The design is a bit retro, sporting large mode dials on the top but with direct access to many programmable function buttons, control dials, cursors and high-resolution live viewfinder and articulating monitor, there is nothing old-fashioned about the Lumix G7.

Panasonic Lumix GH5 - Hands-On Review - vs. GH4

Panasonic teased us for months after first announcing the GH5 at Photokina 2016. Out of the few details they released within the announcement, they would only confirm that this camera would shoot 10-bit 4:2:2 internally in both 24 and 30 frames per second. That’s all they said! Come on Panasonic, we want more!

We were ripe with anticipation, salivating for the rest of the details. Finally at CES 2017, Panasonic gave us all of the details for the GH5. We were so blown-away by the specs that we gave it our Best Camera of CES 2017 award.

Canon 5D MarK IV - Hands-On Review - Compared to the a6300, a6500, a7S II, Gh4 & 1D X MkII

The Canon 5D Mark IV is a solid follow-up to the much lauded 5D Mark III. Though the new camera is capable of 4K video recording, the 1.74x crop factor is a bit of a disappointment.