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Nikon DSLR Videos: Weekend Inspiration

Many of us are weekened warriors when it comes to photography and videography. When I was getting started I would watch all kind of videos. This helped me think about creative shots, focusing, lighting, angles, and editing before a shoot. I wanted to share some great videos with you today ahead of the weekend so that you may do the …

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The DSLR Video Camera : 4 Reasons Why DSLRs are Great for Video

The DSLR Video Camera: 4 Reasons Why DSLRs are Great for Video There are many reasons to love a DSLR video camera, but here are the top 4 reasons why it’s our weapon of choice for work and play. 1) The Film Look – Sure, even less expensive camcorders are starting to offer 24fps modes, which is a good start …

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5 Best DSLR Camera Backpacks Under $50

If you’re thinking about buying a new DSLR camera backpack, we have a few recommendations. But, you don’t have to just take our word for it – these all have over 100 reviews with at least a 4.5 out of 5-star rating from verified owners. We like camera backpacks because they make taking a lot of gear easy. Whether it’s …

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The 2 Best DSLR Cameras for Beginners – 2016 Holiday Buying Guide

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‘Tis the season to start thinking about holiday gifts for a friend or child who likes photography, so we’ve compiled this helpful buying guide.  Of course, the best DSLR cameras for beginners will also depend a bit on your budget and intended use. The 2 Best DSLR Cameras for Beginners   Nikon D3400 – One of Nikon’s newest models is …

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The Blueprint for Setting Wedding Videography Prices

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One of the most common questions that videographers and photographers have when trying to start a business is, “how much should I charge for my work?”  Of course, the answer varies, so we’ve created this step-by-step guide to figure out what to charge for videography. 1. Find out what other videographers are charging This is relatively easy.  Search in your …

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Best Video Editor: 3 Reasons we love Premiere Pro

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The demand for video is increasing every day, which means the demand for video editors (both software and people) is also increasing every day. As with any brand discussion (Canon vs Nikon), there is sure to be bias based on familiarity, and the same is true for choosing the best video editor. However, we built a five-figure weekend-business using Adobe’s …

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The Nikon D750 Lens Bundle Deal – Is it worth it?

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We got a terrific question in our email today regarding the sale of the Nikon D750 Bundle: I am an intermediate filmmaker and photographer…I’m upgrading from DX to FX. I’m thinking about the Nikon D750 as people say it’s the best budget for video and photography. There is a bundle for this the D750 and the 24-120 f/4 for $2,300. …

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The Secret to Attracting High-End, High-Paying Video Clients – Fast!

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Everyone dreams of getting high-end (read: high-paying) clients that are easy to work with, and it’s so simple that I can’t believe that more people aren’t doing it. Whether you’re trying to break into wedding videography or making videos for other businesses, the concept works beautifully. The secret getting better clients is positioning yourself as a high-end videographer (the kind …

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4K Video Cameras From Nikon – Videography Business Implications

Nikon’s first 4K Video Cameras are coming out soon, with the D500 and D5 hitting the markets in April 2016. However, before jumping onto the 4K bandwagon, you should consider if it’s the right fit for you or your video business (or video hobby for that matter). For a videography business, you must always be asking yourself if the gear …

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Nikon D500 Review of Features & Video Specs – Is it worth it?

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Update May 2016: The Nikon D500 availability is coming back – a 2nd wave of stock will be hitting the US shelves soon. The D500 should be in-stock on Amazon soon. Pre-orders will be given priority. Why Nikon releases their latest and greatest video features in crop-sensor (DX) cameras we’ll never know, but they’ve done it again – this time …

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