Don’t buy a gimbal! Tips for shooting video handheld.

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@JesseDriftwood 5 жыл бұрын

I'll probably get a gimbal someday, I just haven't tried one that was convenient enough for me to justify brining it everywhere with me. What is your favorite gimbal?! Do you prefer handheld?

@alexdecouvre2749 5 жыл бұрын

JesseDriftwood I might stop drinking that much coffee haha jk. Really nice video!

@CNMTCFilms 5 жыл бұрын

My favorite Gimbal is the DJI RoninS which I bought one month ago. One reason was that have 3 old Canon fd lenses which are soo shaky when using handheld even when applying all the tips (and I'm not bad at shooting handheld, I did it for 3 years). Even though I tried a Steadycam, I just think it's super handy to be able to put a telephoto lens on a gimbal or easily change the zoom a bit without having to rebalance the whole thing!😊 BUT: I think the biggest mistake you can make with a gimbal is to only use that for EVERYTHING - I think it shouldn't be used as an essential but as a tool that can make you footage better (or destroy it). You have to mix things up!😊 P.S.: your videos are awesome! You inspired me to shoot more stuff and make Instagram stories from it - you're soo inspiring!☺️

@Sarowarrr 5 жыл бұрын

Try the osmo pocket, seems like your cup of tea

@AndrewMurphyFilms 5 жыл бұрын

Ronin-S is my go to and it can hold my c100mk2 which is beast!! Literally use it on every shoot I do!

@EvergreenFilmsAZ 5 жыл бұрын

I just bought a Ronin S. It’s great for my B-cam (A6400). But the GH5 with the dual IBIS is incredible and I love the organic feeling of that footage. I feel like the gimbal slows me down compared to handheld but I also love it because it is quicker than setting up a jib or dolly. I love the gimbal for inverted, low angle tracking shots or push ins, and for panning time lapses.

@PeterMcKinnon 5 жыл бұрын

Im in the no gimbal club too yay!!!!

@dangchinhle 5 жыл бұрын

your 120fps fix them all :D Love you Pete, you are such an inspiration !!!

@Lofyne 5 жыл бұрын

Does that mean you sold the MōVI? 🙂

@DiscoverRajivVlogs 5 жыл бұрын

Then never use a gimbal let's see how cinematic you can shoot🤣🤣😂😂😁.

@alexshirin2844 5 жыл бұрын

Go Pete!!!

@jeremydavis1267 5 жыл бұрын

Anti Anti Gimbal Club ✌️

@mattdavella 5 жыл бұрын

I liked the part where you were a rapper.

@akshaygund2457 4 жыл бұрын

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a8eWnL121rqchas.html See this bro and say your opinion as a rapper or what do you feel after watching this video

@SuperStarLike 4 жыл бұрын

That part scared me the most. To each his own ~

@kinfiniteabundance1141 4 жыл бұрын

Matt D'Avella lMFAO BRO I COULDNT FINISHED THE VID I HAD TO PAUSE TO LOOK FOR THIS COMMENT 😭🤣😂🤣

@TV-FilmCameramanUK 3 жыл бұрын

I liked the part where the video stopped and went on to another video...

@pedrolima6832 2 жыл бұрын

That part was super funny!

@jessicadiaz3525 4 жыл бұрын

I loved when you said don't use "not having gear" as an excuse to not create, definitely something to keep in mind!

@aleviajar 4 жыл бұрын

I was going to comment that too!!!! that just made me go outside and start filming !

@jodeeancayan48 5 жыл бұрын

"You have been the person that uses the lack of gear as an excuse to not just go out and create something that they wanna create." Guilty as charged. We need to understand that you as a creator is the best gear that you have. Great video, Jesse! Continue to inspire all creators out there!

@peerimages2566 4 жыл бұрын

I know you posted this video a long time ago, but I just discovered your channel at 2 am this morning and I have to tell you that it changed everything for me. I mean, I’ve always known that I had to lan my shots, but I’ve never really connected that thought process to getting smooth video. So I shot all day today thinking in those terms and my video looked better than ever. Thank you so much.

@XYZarifox 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah Jesse man, I really appreciate the planning and effort you put in here. These videos have a real structure to them that is well thought out and that's what's missing in a lot of other tutorials where someone just reads a spiel, this is dynamic and in that dynamism it's inspiring/

@TheBeardDood 5 жыл бұрын

This is what i needed!! Thank you and just subbed! Keep the awesome content coming

@ivangutierrezhuerta8086 5 жыл бұрын

At this time almost every creator has a gimbal, it seems to be the perfect time to use handheld to stand out from the crowd, 100% percent with you sometimes our tools make us loose time.

@hayden7520 3 жыл бұрын

okay

@FranticNomad 5 жыл бұрын

You are definitely one of the creators I wished posted more. Keep up the great work.

@brittanijackson2968 5 жыл бұрын

Ditto

@NOMOFilms 5 жыл бұрын

You're

@FranticNomad 5 жыл бұрын

Both get cookies for not being mean, ty :)

@hadyelcott3894 5 жыл бұрын

same! Jess, you're awesome and we need more of your awesomeness!

@KostasLazanas 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Jess. Everything you said was spot on. I do have to say that I love shooting handheld but the gimbal really does take so much shake out of the equation. I’m rocking the zhiyun crane2 and love it. But at the end as you mentioned shooting with a purpose and shooting for the edit makes a world of difference. Gimbal shots are amazing though. Who doesn’t love a good orbital shot! Freakin amazing vlog Jess!

@PeterLindgren1 5 жыл бұрын

Completely love your videos Jesse and the tips you give is freaking awesome. Thank you for sharing your knowledge! Would love to see more frequent videos from you soon, Keep creating!

@tdrmedia 5 жыл бұрын

love it man!! thanks for the tips i look forward to seeing more content out of you!!

@kikikokokukumalu 4 жыл бұрын

I would pay to watch this. One of the best 11 minutes use of my time. Learned so much 👍👍 just wanted to say a big thank you!!

@Matt__Kemp 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jesse, for the inspiration you give all of us to get out there and create!

@HeyThisIsAndrew 5 жыл бұрын

You are awesome Jesse! Love every one of your videos! Thank you for making this one! Can't wait to see more videos from you! I'm still wondering what framerates you shoot in. Your slow-mo and b-roll is so much more unique than anyone else I've seen.

@LerieMomTV 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I'll try that tips..😊 btw, very cool inspirational music background

@BEAdventurePartners 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, @JesseDriftwood! Love how you showed your foot movement when gaucho walking. I had never paid attention to walking on the balls of my feet, and was heal-toing the movement. UGH. This will make the movement a ton smoother when filming! I also like how you showed locking the elbows, using your torso along with using your wrists to pan/tilt. Beautifully done! Thanks for these tips! We too are in the no-gimbal club! Just found you in a suggested video on the YT Home Page, subbed & belled! Look forward to checking out more of your vids (as this was the first!) - Brian (+ Erin too) Currently traveling in Ecuador

@shamilsap112 5 жыл бұрын

superb videos man pls continue to post more content ure amazing

@starx68 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing video man! Thanks for the tips. Definitely going handheld after this.

@jax1079 5 жыл бұрын

This is a great video, Jesse. Thanks, as always, for the practical tips. Love your work.

@rellburke5645 5 жыл бұрын

Your content is amazing Jesse. But I can't lie I got into you and subbed because you bring good energy to the platform. Definitely a fan and admirer. Keep it up buddy!

@johnredwine 5 жыл бұрын

8:38 "....and then I stabilize it and the whole world is warpin" roflmao 🤣. I totally have had that experience. Just funny to see someone express it in a video for the first time. 😂

@garaughty 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome tutorial JD... love your edits BTW !

@nitaysoares 5 жыл бұрын

You’re such a great teacher Jesse! Thanks for bringing more content to KZfaq besides teaching us by examples in instagram, really appreciate it!

@PhilandAlex 3 жыл бұрын

Great advice, and your body of work backs it all up! Well done, Jesse

@JesseDriftwood 3 жыл бұрын

I still love gimbals! I just don't love people spending money on gear before they've learned the basics.

@SarkazzHere 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!! I'm so tired of gimbal this gimbal that 💪

@MrSaramsh 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Broh. Love your Tips and tricks

@ChristopherDolby 4 жыл бұрын

Tried your tips, they all worked... absolutely incredible- thank you!!

@wundeeg 5 жыл бұрын

Litterally watching gimbal reviews and this popped up. The universe is telling me something..🤔

@JesseDriftwood 5 жыл бұрын

Hey I love gimbals! But I’ve also built an entire career without every having owned one.

@Maxmilion6004 5 жыл бұрын

I wasnt looking for a gimbal and this video popped up. Is the universe telling me something too?

@anabelacastillo2433 5 жыл бұрын

JesseDriftwood my camera and lens doesn’t have Ibis nor Ois. Do you think it's still possible without gimbal?

@JesseDriftwood 5 жыл бұрын

Anabela Castillo I use these techniques all the time without IBIS or IS. So yes it can work, it’s just a bit harder and takes a bit more practice.

@anabelacastillo2433 5 жыл бұрын

JesseDriftwood thank you Jesse! You are the best 🙌

@stalman 5 жыл бұрын

Great advice Jesse, you’re right on all accounts

@janitasofia1633 5 жыл бұрын

I love this, so informative and fun to watch! Im gonna subscribeeeeee~

@nur4d 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing this very practical tips :D

@Brian-Hansen 5 жыл бұрын

I agree completely! Gimbals are the best way to build a shelf full of gear that you “needed” to have, but never use. Smooth handheld footage existed way before gimbals were around.

@geraldundone 5 жыл бұрын

Agreed about "Make Happy". It's one of the best things I've ever seen.

@daveyespo 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jesse; very informative. And I think your opening sequence was great!

@markhmendez 5 жыл бұрын

I always appreciate all your insight, Jesse! It’s super awesome getting to see the behind the scenes in your amazing stories.

@AndrewLavers 5 жыл бұрын

God bless KZfaq and it's algorithms that sent me to this video. Really liked this one! Especially as someone who only shoots handheld (or tripod). Subscribing fo' sho'. Oh and my heart dropped when you dropped that gimbal.

@MarkDavis2168 4 жыл бұрын

4:32, That was awesome Sir...

@faizanchoudhry223 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely loved this mate!! So insightful

@nyiesah 4 жыл бұрын

Great vid thanks for the tips I will definitely be trying some of these techniques out

@mikenaughton4298 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent points. Thanks. I find that using stabilization software that allows for adjustments of the various parameters can sometimes save shots w/o any jellification. Video editing has advanced a lot lately.

@roxcontreras9964 2 жыл бұрын

would you mind sharing which softwares & techniques you've found useful? (:

@ant1895 5 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣 You got me there when you started rapping? Awesome video.

@dachatterbawks5327 4 жыл бұрын

I was on the fence, and my dad who's a film grad told me the same thing. Thank you Jesse for the enjoyable, informative content!

@JoashMoonsamyHartMedia 5 жыл бұрын

I own a Movi pro and still shoot tons of stuff handheld. Setting up the gimbal takes a lot of time on set unless you have two cameras, one being dedicated for the gimbal. Not to mention the strain on your back carrying the thing for hours. You've given years of experience in this video with a lot of useful tips and thanks for mentioning practice, practice, practice.

@JacksonHayes 5 жыл бұрын

"i only use my hands, nothing else" lol all dem innuendos

@extendo7137 5 жыл бұрын

Low-key he really went sicko mode in the middle😂👏👏

@macstar95 5 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha that shit had me dying

@ThanakritGu 5 жыл бұрын

Always lookin forward to your uploads!

@damonrue7520 5 жыл бұрын

This video was extremely inspiring, thank you for sharing

@nebulisgrowscannabis4658 5 жыл бұрын

hahahahah @ 4:32 love it ...hahaha get em jesse!

@brahimecharqy 5 жыл бұрын

6:55 the Ninja walk that what we call it 🚶‍♂️

@TomHadleyEarthStories 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jesse, this is awesome advice for a newbie like me, I'm going to get practicing this stuff!

@WalterDrayton 4 жыл бұрын

Also stabilization in post-production has improved so much within the past few years, across all major software releases, and it's only going to keep getting better.

@NealTenEyck 5 жыл бұрын

Slwo motion helps make footage look stable too!

@aimanrashid7839 5 жыл бұрын

Your video gives gimbal makers a run for their money 😬 Thanks for the tips! Keep posting Jesse!

@elijahpowers6987 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sharing and the tips Jesse!

@rayray8608 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I am currently beginning my filmmaking adventure and I have considered getting a gimbal. But your tips are spot on and I am excited to try to execute them in my upcoming events!

@purplearrows5124 5 жыл бұрын

Petition for The Most Underrated KZfaqr Award...? Anyone? Let's do this!

@OliverJHughes 5 жыл бұрын

100%

@MariNate1016 4 жыл бұрын

Purple Arrows nah that’s Evan ranft and me

@floydmillar2875 3 жыл бұрын

All the way , Jesse has it all happening.

@TechnoAsh 5 жыл бұрын

Just wana tell you, you are amazing

@matthewalford1985 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome Jesse! You’re always so generous with your knowledge! Keep up the great work!

@adventurecoalition3690 2 жыл бұрын

Thx for the tips, very useful. Thank you 🙏

@IzHarris 5 жыл бұрын

This was all kinds of brilliant!!!

@OliverJHughes 5 жыл бұрын

I learned to use MY hands first and now I can.. um..

@kahiri78mohdidris53 4 жыл бұрын

Mann...just found out about your channel. Finally, a content creator that emphasized on “knowing what to shoot” first before relying on something to help them like gimbal to deliver the story. Subscribed!

@darrenjarrell4831 5 жыл бұрын

Great tips and great content Jesse!

@azebmarsha 5 жыл бұрын

ayyyyy 4:31 can someone loop this into a track please? "panning or tilting or pushing or pulling"

@fedesel6104 5 жыл бұрын

Can't stop playin it😂 It would be awesome for a "filmmaking song".

@thegod7639 4 жыл бұрын

please let us know

@manyshap 4 жыл бұрын

Anyone know the sound background? I want to download it !

@benny6022 4 жыл бұрын

Puchukhukaka

@YourMajesty143 4 жыл бұрын

@@benny6022 - That's it, that's the title!

@seanna7898 4 жыл бұрын

4:30 he just started rapping 😂

@thegod7639 4 жыл бұрын

What is that song name?

@thisismedarsh6970 5 жыл бұрын

this is great! thanks for the share! gonna try some of these torso movements now!

@anacaicedomacia 5 жыл бұрын

Yasss hand held all the way!!! Make me feel invincible and like I'm mastering my craft. I tell myself steady like a surgeon.

@adarshagarwal5487 5 жыл бұрын

When he said "maybe you're nervous, shaking" I thought he'd continue w Mom's Spaghetti lmao

@JesseDriftwood 5 жыл бұрын

missed opportunity! haha

@giulianogirelli 5 жыл бұрын

Great video, as always Jesse. You did not mentioned camera fps, without slowmo it's a bit harder don't you think? Ciao

@SoopaCoopa 5 жыл бұрын

Thinking the samething. Handheld looks smooth in high frame rate.

@JesseDriftwood 5 жыл бұрын

I actually meant to bring up the frame rate thing but decided to cut it and make a separate video about that. Lots of the shots I showed here were real-time. And if I do slow them down I almost only ever use 60fps. Thanks for the reminder to those reading!

@giulianogirelli 5 жыл бұрын

@@JesseDriftwoodgot it, thank you for your kind answer Jesse, i really appreciate what you are doing on YT and IG: N.1 vlogger ever, hand down. all my best, waiting for future vid :-) ciao

@aziara369 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for doing you, man! Inspiring af

@MarcoVideoVibes 5 жыл бұрын

Loving your videos Jesseee!!!

@cbenfey 5 жыл бұрын

Why buy a gimbal when you could get a used mobility scooter for practically the same price and them sh*ts have baskets built in!

@RetroRecipesKitchen 5 жыл бұрын

Because he needs something to drop off the top of his head, Duh.

@cece86ita 5 жыл бұрын

"And today's video is brought you by...DJI Ronin S"...that would have been funny

@JesseDriftwood 5 жыл бұрын

lololol

@The_Mend 4 жыл бұрын

First time here, so glad I found this. I'm a novice mobile filmmaker and someone really discouraged my method _JUST_ because I don't have more equipment. I told him I thought less would be more since I'm still honing my craft and don't know exactly what I need yet. This person just went on to low ball my pov and the techniques I use. He's a seasoned photographer, it was more of a personality clash, but I still didn't take it too well. This video means a great deal to me. Thank you Subbed.

@johnmorgado8676 5 жыл бұрын

Your videos are incredible. Very informative and so well put together very inspirational

@MrCanucksGrowGuide 5 жыл бұрын

this video was toooooooo goood.. toooo good.

@cinemasebas 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips Jesse!!! appreciate it

@feronicachristiani 5 жыл бұрын

I feel lucky to have found your channel. More tutorial videos please ! Keep up the good work. God bless you.

@RCodyWanner 5 жыл бұрын

Super amped to watch this. You accidentally uploaded it at 1am though - 😂😂 - I’ll watch it in the morning... I mean I’ll watch it again in the morning but with sound. 😁

@JesseDriftwood 5 жыл бұрын

Cody Wanner hahaha I appreciate you because I know you let the video play through without watching so as not to negatively affect my watch time

@paulmakesthings 4 жыл бұрын

This guy gets it

@ChandraPivo 4 жыл бұрын

So because of my physical disability (yes I do have hands 😉), I walk with a limp and an up-and-down motion that needs stabilization. Not to mention my camera is a Fuji XT-3 and it doesn't have IBS. With the fancy DJI Gimbles, would it be able to help with this, or would it be a waste? Great video Jesse.

@billcoughlin5664 4 жыл бұрын

Chandra Pivo - likewise, I've had 5 hip surgeries and have to walk with a cane (otherwise I wobble)... I also use the X-T3 for some video and I'm considering a gimbal, although so far about 50 percent of my videos are on a tripod). Looking at the Ronin-SC, but not all the features available for the X-T3.

@ChandraPivo 4 жыл бұрын

@@billcoughlin5664 why aren't the features available for the xt3? I was looking at the new gimbal as well. Wow that's a lot of surgeries!

@billcoughlin5664 4 жыл бұрын

@@ChandraPivo I have to say that after doing a lot more research, and given that I'm really don't do that much video, I'm seriously looking at the Osmo Pocket instead of a gimbal. Gimbal setup looks too time consuming .... However, then I look at the quality of the video out of the X-T3 and think that perhaps I'll use the X-T3 on tripod for some videos :) I really like the size of the new Crane M2, unfortunately, the X-T3 with a lens exceeds the weight capacity.

@lanayashina 4 жыл бұрын

This had some great tips, thank you!

@reddawn87 5 жыл бұрын

Great tips! I'd already been doing some of those but the slight pan when moving forward and sideways was good, and also the small movement around a foreground element tip was great.

@timothyoliver_ 5 жыл бұрын

Just found you - subscribed before 60 seconds went by. New fan, man. Thanks for the tips!

@Rexyspride 5 жыл бұрын

I did the exact same thing!

@sugarlace5571 4 жыл бұрын

You’re a human gimbal! I love it! LOL

@jerrysyder 5 жыл бұрын

Love your format Jesse! I wish to see more from you - you are just so watchable.

@zecchinon 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video mate. Thanks

@rencougzip 4 жыл бұрын

Jesse, enjoyed this video! I'm in love with simplicity. I do all my filming with my smartphone. Although I own a smartphone gimbal (Zhiyun Smooth Q2), I shoot mostly without it. I'm fascinated with body techniques that can mimic gimbals. Love your style! Thanks for sharing your hard work with us. 🙂👍

@axeondd5748 4 жыл бұрын

"I am not anti-gimbal" *Put 'Don't buy a gimbal! as the title of the video*

@JesseDriftwood 4 жыл бұрын

Yup. I still agree with that. I think gimbals are amazing, but when you are first starting out, you probably shouldn’t buy a gimbal.

@MYTRAVELIKE Жыл бұрын

thanks for the knowledge, and very useful

@AngelaPanArt 5 жыл бұрын

You are a master! Great video, always happy to watch your videos and learn :)

@paulpayne6373 4 жыл бұрын

Five minutes into the video and I haven't seen the first tip! Dude I'm gone.

@JesseDriftwood 4 жыл бұрын

K bye!

@WilliamGrayAllen 5 жыл бұрын

Dude you have always been and will always be my favorite creator. I'm always drawn to people with a zest for life and your "zest" is infectious As always, great vid and please post more!