Camera Talk - Good and Bad for Youtube Video 

Thank you Brain for your update! I had no idea you went to so much trouble and expense to do a video for your channel! It makes me more appreciative of what you do! I am just a fan of yours and now I will really appreciate what you do! I know you make some money for your work , but you put in long hours editing ect. So I thank you for your efforts and I do enjoy your work! ❤😊

There's nothing wrong with voice overs. There's usually more thought and planning in what is said. Sometime I don't even notice. It would be nice to see that footage. Keep on rollin:)

No worries, your content is always great Brian. Carry on !

Looks and sounds good on my end.

Thanks Brian for all that video knowledge! I appreciate all your work you share with us! Be well 😊

Thanks Brian for the review of your cameras. I personally have not noticed any problems with your videos, all good from my perspective.

Brian, you have always put out professional quality videos that we all enjoy. Thank you for your ongoing efforts to produce them ❌⭕, Iris and Little One 👋🐾

Looks and sounds great Peace

I love this video. It is very genuine. You are showing the real struggles of a RU-vidr’s life. It’s not all sunshine and flowers. I like learning the different tools you have tried and what works and what doesn’t work. Thanks for the video.

Thanks Brian for the background and equipment you use. I always enjoy your videos. So beautiful and love the nature spots. Be safe!

Thank You Brian for making great quality videos and explaining some of the technical difficulties you are going through. You'll get it figured out! Part of the adventure assumebly. Stay Safe and enjoy

I have watched every video on your channel and always look forward to the next one! Your skills are so good that I forget about the technology. You make us feel like we are with you looking through our eyes and not watching a video. We forget sometimes how much you work to make it that way. Thank you again so very much and God bless you!

As a filmmaker and a professional video editor, I do enjoy dissecting what equipment RU-vidrs use, how they use it, their mannerisms, and everything right down to editing. No pressure or anything. :p I have a lot of equipment and toys but most of the time, I'm just using my Samsung phone for my videos. lol Keep it simple and light weight. Especially when you are just one person. I have been thinking about getting that new DJI mic 2 set up. I've only heard good things about it. I wonder if it happens on Samsung phones. But equally, my phone has a giant Otterbox on it so idk if it would even mount correctly. I also use GoPro in my arsenal as a go-to. I think they are great and have never had any issues with any of the 3 GoPro models that I have owned. It's crazy to hear your experiences with them. Those are the exact issues I have with Apple. They never want to help. It's always "Just get the next one". And they consistently fail after the 2 year warranty. It's like they know. lol

Your one of my favorite channels because of the clarity and the beauty of your world. You show it well Brian. Continue onward and be careful out there.

So frustrating when stuff doesn't work as it should. Do appreciate your efforts in producing a quality video. Hopefully all will get solved and you are back on track. In the meantime, not turned off by some voice overs and knowing just a temporary fix. Stay cool and enjoy the travel.

Brian I appreciate your candid explanation of the audio issues and I can honestly say that regardless I will be watching all of your content! You are my favorite vanlife youtuber and I’ll watch every video no matter what. You are an inspiration to so many of us. Love you brother. Safe Travels Amigo 👊

can i be first for once after 8 years of watching adventure man 😂

Thank you Brian! This video answered so many questions that I have had! Best of luck to you for finding your perfect setup! I know you will!

That had to have been frustrating dealing with all those equipment issues. I wouldn't have any problem listening to voice overs on that footage you've already shot. 🤗✌️

Wow Your vids are beautiful Appreciate all the effort Brian🫠🩷

Hey Brian, have always enjoyed and appreciated everything seen and heard, thanks much.

We went through a spat of camera issues and wireless microphone issues. We lost several episodes which was very discouraging. We never did find a sweet spot of portability, quality, and reliability. The most luck we had was shooting with our iPhones when the wind was calm or sound wasn't important and a GoPro with a wired microphone with a deadcat when we needed good sound in windy conditions. The wireless mics worked well when they worked, but were unpredictable in causing issues. The Sony camera did not work for us, either, and was returned after filming one episode with it. I feel your pain!

Thanks Brian, very informative, so sorry for your camera issues. I will say though your videos are super well done.

Thank you for the update! I’m considering starting a RU-vid channel but not sure I’m techy enough to do it. I think your picture and audio on this vlog are great! It has 3d depth so I feel like I’m right there with you. Thank you for all the work you put into your channel to make it so beautiful as I will never be able to see that part of New Mexico. I can’t go above 5000 feet because of my heart.

All sounds good to me Brian!

I know nothing about cameras and filming, so I am greatly impressed with your knowledge, and how you produce such great, enjoyable videos.

Love it all Brian! Never missed a video yet...much appreciated 😊

Audio and video were great, both very clear. That little hummingbird was even clear to see!

Thank you Brain for your update!

Really appreciate your camera set up! It helps all of us trying to make good videos. Thanks!

Hi brian, I'm sorry for any issues you are having. i ALWAYS enjoy your videos. I feel your videos are always very high quality. Thanks for sharing, your friend, Louise

I always enjoy your videos. Now I appreciate them even more!

It's really interesting to see behind the screen. I've long admired your sharp, clear footage. You go places I probably won't have the opportunity to see, but are places I'd go if I found myself on the road again. I also appreciate the homework you do, and the interesting facts you talk about. Thank you, my friend that I've never met. Peace.

Thanks for the update Brian! Tech is wonderful! Until it's not.

Looks and sounds fine. Good info about the various types of gear. ✌️❤️📷

Keep it simple…we will watch regardless!!!

no problem, been watching, and learning for years! quality over quantity is always best. keep up the good work.

Hey Brian! I have noticed audio quality issues in your videos for a little bit. Not enough to deter me watching the video. I appreciate this behind the scenes tech talk. Your content is so good it outweighs any video quality issues. Be well my friend!

Thanks for the update on your technical adventure. Everything is looking and sounding good today. I’m sure it’s a frustrating situation but it sounds like you have a good plan. Always enjoy your content no matter what the subject. Peace.

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Interesting to hear a practical critique of some of today's camera tech and production side info! Cheers!

You're doing fine Brian, keep up the good work 👍

Thank you I appreciate all the effort you put in your videos and a voice over would be great ✌️ Beautiful Camp Site

Lots of great info here. Thanks!

Thanks, Brian. Just to let you know, issues with electronics across the board from laptops, smart phones, and digital cameras. We've spent 6 years on the road & tried to share the experiences, but due to ongoing failures of equipment of all brands, we just gave up. It became too expensive & way to time-consuming.

Brian great content thank you for sharing

Sounds and looks great.

Great video and sound as always. Keep up the good work. ✌🏻😊

Very informative! Thank you!

Thanks, Bro😃✌

I experience altitude sickness. I get massive headaches and sleep a lot. It important to prepare oneself before heading out. My research show drinking water with Himalayan salt at least a week before is good. Also gradually increasing your elevation. I’m sure there are other suggestions to help one adapt to higher elevation.

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Thank you!

Much Respect. One has to be able to trust their tools of whatever trade they practice! I always enjoy your work! I heard others experiencing issues the DJI mics. Has to be frustrating.

Looks & sounds good 👍😁✌️

Great tech vid, I hate wind noise. Those deadcats work great and there not expensive. Thanx.

The others are right, your video is very clear and audio is also clear.

Thank you.

i know you will find the right combo of a/v and continue to bring us along on your adventures. thanks Brian

That’s great information Brian! Keep on rolling my friend!

I actually enjoy voiceovers because they are reflective so you kinda get the back story

Sweet campsite

Thanks for the information, Brian. 👍

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If you have good scenic videos without sound, and you always have good videos, a voice over would be perfect. I doubt anyone would complain.

Looks and sounds great 👍

thanks for the informative video . I've been curious about what you use and your approach to making videos. appreciate it.

Sorry you're having camera issuesissues. I think your videos are great!

Thanks Brian. I have the same iPhone. I need a mic though. Hmm. Not sure about DJI now. Crazy. Sorry you’re going through technical issues.

The information on the camp and cameras is interesting, thanks for sharing.

Absolutely Excellent, Informative, and interesting video!!

I'm not even into video/recording stuff, but it was interesting to see some of what goes into the production.

I’m amazed how similar our setups are. 😂 Also, nice sticker!

Works for me. WTG!

Hi Brian! Stay safe out there

Hopefully things get better for you with the camera situation

Hey Brian. As my grandfather would say don't feel like the Lone Ranger Tonto. Suggestion?? Just use your DJI mic and have it record internally. Then just sync the audio inside Final Cut. That way you don't even have to connect to any iPhone. Record audio on your phone and just that audio to sync with your good audio from the mic. Hope this helps.

Very interesting video. Devil is in the details. I appreciate all your videos. Good luck moving forward.

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Understood and I appreciate it❤ your lighting is very good in the van I was wondering what that was

Hi Brian. Not sure if anyone else has commented on DJI mic 2. I am able to use mic 2 on my iPhone 12 and my iPad as well over Bluetooth directly. I just paired both mics and was able to record with both without using receiver. Never had previous version so not familiar with how it worked. I use the mic 2 with my pocket 3 and it has worked well. I don’t have an action 4 but read the mic 2 works with it directly like the pocket 3. Love your videos no matter how you make them.

Thank you Brian for this video. I really like how much progress you have made in film making over the years. Please continue to follow your bliss ... Have you ever watched the YT channle by Erik Normark? What an inspiration, in that he uses the bare minimum of equipment, and ends up with I think are wonderful works of art. You might enjoy watching him. Hi Kelly!

Love your channel Brian! I've found it best to purchase a cheap ($50 or less) pocket voice recorder with a 3mm mic input. Let the camera record whatever it gets but sync the voice recorder in post production with the cameras sound. Once the two sound recordings are in sync, hide or delete the camera's sound track. Even a cheap voice recorder with a Rode mic or lavaliere mic sounds good. I bet it would even work with your dji wireless mic. Thanks for the hard work on the channel. - Allen P.S. Completely agree about GoPro. Can't stand them for the exact reasons you mentioned.

Sounds/Looks good to me, that’s a cool mic set up on the phone, I know of RU-vid Channels that have a Million plus subscribers and they Film on iPhones ,it’s actually pretty exciting lol

Looks and sounds good I watch on iPhone se3gen.

You probably know this all ready on the diji mic, but you can record directly to the wireless clip on and then sync it in post production later without much hassle. Just snap your fingers when you start recording to get a baseline (just in case you can't return it)

Voiceovers are fine with me! I find technology very frustrating. Time for more nature and hugs from Kelly and Hobbs!

You did not mention the drone? Your videos are super professional. Thank you ! 8,500 in altitude is really getting up there, I would shoot for 7,000 as highest. Altitude sickness is terrible, avoid it !

I always find one thing amazing where everyone goes. High altitude or sea level extreme heat or a little chilly. hang up a Hummingbird feeder and they show up who would think where you are they would even be up there. Lol. take care.

Hay brian we have been using Apple products for years we did are first video on my I Mac the heavy white one that i can not lift now. Lol Thanks for this review I was thinking about that very Sony. Love cannon I do like your channel and have been following you for years now

Yeah about 8000 ft I get out of breath. That canned oxygen really helped me when I was in Woodland Park, Colorado. Before I found them I would have to go back down in elevation every few days

👍👍 iPhone footage looks and sounds good to me. Take care Brian and God bless ✌️

My problem with the Iphone 13 is the fact shooting from a very sunny day and with out any shade looking back into a shaded area you lose definition but looks good from shade to sunny area's and another thing you got to watch for is sun glare its real bad about that or you get a foggy look it depends on were the sun is they have a way to go this is just my 35 years of amateur photographer experience.

My main camera for video's has been the Sony ZV-1. And your right. Even with Stab on Active, you really can't walk around with it to get smooth video. So, I always use a gimbal for it which really works out well for me. When not using gimbal I try not to walk around but just stand and pan for shots.

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Love the diji wireless for my channel but I match up the audio in post, not connected to my Camara

Yes... mee too... outside if Flagstaff at 8990 ft... I didn't know I was that hight until going into town and saw 8990 elevation on the city limits sign. WOW. Now I'll get canned air to carry with. You may want to try that. REI and Amazon to order. Take care... I'm hoping to be back on the road this next winter. Take care. Still the best rv'r out there with great info... on many topics...

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I have the mic2, and it will connect to my iPhone over Bluetooth, or just record to the mic internally and sync it in Final Cut. You may have to use a third party video app, like Black Magic to get the Bluetooth audio to work, but that free app gives you much more control over the camera. Love your videos, and this one sounds great.