How to shoot Professional Real estate videos | Job Shadow | Sony A7III 

Very nice! You will love it!

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Yea man. We are out here!

No prob at all!

That's amazing. I'm so glad people get value from this. It really makes me want to do more vids like this.

@@darpinomedia9619 it’s been slow for me business wise but this is keeping me motivated and ready.

@@phatdl2o3 just keep pushing 🤘 things have a way of working themselves out.

Thank you so much! I wish I had more time to post more on here. But I guess that’s a good thing to be busy filming all the time 🤘. I definitely plan on adding more content. That’s a great setup. You will get along just fine. 👌

Thank you so much! 🤘

Hey! No prob at all.

Hey, maybe I could get around to that one day. It would be very similar to this vid except it would be on the 10-24 f4 and shot on the eterna profile. I feel comfortable on the Xt4 up to like 3200 iso. If I had to go higher than that, I would switch to 24fps and keep my iso down.

Thank you!

It was a Sony a6600. I went a little heavier on the grade for this video which is probably why you like it. I tend to keep my Delivered videos a little more neutral to keep the look of the house more accurate. Thanks so much though!

Thanks! Yea I find that if you shoot in HLG 2 and bump that contrast up to like +28 or +30 it really helps with sharpness. Also, if you aren't very keen on color grading, try cine 4. It keeps alot of sharpness. I've been thinking about using it for RE shoots. Also, I don't really do anything special with the Weebil S. Just make sure you calibrate it after balancing it. It could be a bit off balance. Although I've had some issues with wobble here and there also. But I just usually work around it or stabilize it in post.

No problem 🙏

I usually use follow.

I actually do like it, especially for the low angle shots.

Thank you!

Thank you so much. I use the 709 color space for hlg2. I’ve found that the colors are a little more true to life.

Thanks so much. I can post the final product for sure! Ill do a video soon on my post production workflow

Here is the final product ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-w5lQc-h7xng.html

Thank you so much. I could post the full vid 😊

@@darpinomedia9619 yes post it please!

Yes

Hey! No problem. It’s could be gimbal calibration. But I also shoot it 60fps to smooth out extra movements.

Thank you! It depends on the situation, but I’m typically either in Pan follow or follow mode.

@@darpinomedia9619 thank you!! One more question:) Do you use any extra light?

@@HalinaUSA Nope. I typically don’t have time to bring in additional lights. Which is why I rely on cameras that are really good in low light. 🤙

Hey! So for this cam (a7iii) I don’t really use any specific luts because I was shooting in HLG 2 (or 3 can’t remember). But for the recent cameras, I use the phantom luts and I’m trying out the gamut slog 3 luts

Hey! I actually have a video on that if you want to see how I set it up. But it’s basically HLG 2 and the 709 color space. As far as not seeing the 60fps. I’m not really sure why it wouldn’t be there. Unless you are trying to shoot in 4K mode. I’m that case you need to switch to 1080p. Thanks so much!

Hey! Yes I filmed this in HD. I think getting the correct exposure and adding the right amount of contrast while color grading certainly helps. I like shooting in 4K when I can. Which camera do you have?

@@darpinomedia9619 I've got a Canon RP and currently using a 16-35mm f4 L.

@@xTw1sTeDK1LLAx I’d recommend going for the natural profile. Turn down the contrast and sharpness a bit.

Hey yes, I’m this vid I don’t do a bunch of walking. I try limit walking if I don’t have to. But yes for larger homes, I definitely do more walking. It does take lots of practice and repetition.

Thank you 🙏

I will typically adjust for each room. If it’s possible to get rid of yellow lights, I will. But sometimes that’s the only light you have.

Hey, not really. I've considered the Laowa 12mm, but it just isn't as versatile. Also, I've never in 3 years had a client complain about not being wide enough and I used to shoot on a 24mm 🤣. Maybe if I were doing a little higher end listings with absolutely massive rooms it would make sense.

Good question! I also struggle Samyang 14mm vs Tamron 17-28

It took a bunch of time and a lot of vids. Can’t quite quantify how much time it takes to get better. But I am far from a master of the gimbal lol.

I basically use the stock settings. But whenever I balance with a new lens I will do a auto motor calibration. It's a great combo!

Basically. Unless there is more light and I can't reduce my iso any further. Then I'll adjust my f stop or shutter speed.

I usually just adjust room to room. I typically choose to set it to whichever light is primarily lighting the room. Changing the lightbulb, while ideal, is not practical at all.

@@darpinomedia9619 thanks for the reply. I will try that on my next project. Thanks for the great video!

No it’s not better. But you get pretty close to slog. Since it’s 8 bit, it’s easier than keep a good image. Now that I have the a7iv. I shoot slog 3

also on your wide (17mm) shots, are you keeping F stop at 2.8 or are you actually just keeping it tighter so that everything is in focus?

Yea so I got this lens because this was before both of those lenses you mentioned were announced. I haven’t personally used either of them so I couldn’t speak to how they perform. But I’ve heard they are both great. The 1mm difference is really negligible. I typically found myself staying on the 2.8 as there is more in focus on such a wide angle lens. But I think f4 would be pretty optimal with how good the modern cameras perform in lowlight. I’ve switched to the FX30 for my real estate shoots now with the Sony 11mm 1.8 and I love it.

Ah man, I’m sorry. I’ve been so so busy building my video business. I’m really hoping to get started being consistent on here though. It’s nice to know people enjoy the videos o do put out though 🙏

I usually cycle through the modes based on what kind of shot I need.

Hey! Yea this camera doesn’t do 4K 60fps. I always shot in 1080p.

Darpino Media thanks for the reply! Yeah it seems to be that 1080p holds up with everyone viewing stuff on their phone. You have any RE work of a full video in 1080p on RU-vid?

@@JonLinton_ yea man! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-w5lQc-h7xng.html

Yes where can we see your final edit?

ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-w5lQc-h7xng.html Here you go! I posted it in the comments. 😊

@@darpinomedia9619 dope, you made the best out of a small apartment

@@Ju1712 Thank you! Indeed. Baltimore is full of these

I mention it in the video. I was shooting at f2.8 with the 180 degree rule for shutter. So it was 1/120 for this. Then adjusting the iso as needed

I have never used that 6600 11-20 combo so I couldn’t tell you from experience. But I can say that the A7III in low light is a monster and it’s helpful for some poorly lit homes.

@@darpinomedia9619 wow that was fast thx

@@douglascarrphotography No prob 🤙

ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-w5lQc-h7xng.html Here you go

Na, not usually for my RE vids unless I really need it. But I find that if anything I always need more light for these properties. You will have to buy a pretty decent ND filter to be able to do wide shots with it. I have the polar pro PM standard edition VND that I'll use in a pinch. But since Im shooting 60fps, I'll just crank the shutter and close the aperture first.

Mostly pan follow mode

Yea for sure.

Hey, some might think I’m crazy. But I don’t usually work on contracts. Not saying it’s the right way but it’s worked for me. They don’t get any product until I get paid. So the worst thing that can happen is I waste my time. Thankfully I haven’t had that happen. As far as price. That largely depends on your market and quality of product you are providing. If I were doing congrats, I’d make them two separate ones.

@@darpinomedia9619 okay, yes that is crazy, do you have an LLC setup? Thanks for the response brother.

@@ezequielmartinez3582 I do, anything that’s higher paying, I absolutely use contracts.

@@darpinomedia9619 how much did you charge for this job in particular?

It’s all depending on the shot. But if it’s a really dim property, I’m usually at f2.8

I'm usually in the pan follow mode. The tilt axis I will use for certain shots.

Oooof. I’m not sure. I mean you could always try and see how it goes. But my gut tells me the depth of Field would be to narrow.

@@darpinomedia9619 appreciate it thanks! I did it once with an nd filter, and nothing seemed to be in focus when I was shooting the outside of the house. Just wanted to know why. 😂 🤦‍♂️

@@shayan_2003 hahaha. Yep that would be it lol

I have had no issues with it. But I don’t think you would be disappointed with the 16-35 f4 either.

@@darpinomedia9619 I will film in Hlg2 because it has a goog hdr and can handle some eventual noise. Correct me if I am wrong.. I am just starting. Thanks

@@efemerum Absolutely. I loved HLG2. It’s easy to work with. I suggest putting it in the Rec 709 color space and not the default 2020. I have a video explaining how to do that if you aren’t sure

@@darpinomedia9619 I will check that out. I see many people saying that I should use BT2020 and apply the rec 709 lut for sony on Premiere. I am looking for the best tips for real estate in order to get the best colors and the lowest noise possible. So far you are the one with the best look because your footage is clean and sharp. That is where I am heading for. Thanks for the tips 🙏

@@efemerum Thank you so much! It seems kind of counter intuitive to shoot 2020 and then put a 709 lut on it. Lol. Especially with an 8 bit codec. The more you do to it, the worse it looks. So with this you can make a few adjustments to add a little contrast back (if you want). Also, leave room to correct mistakes with white balance or exposure a bit.

Absolutely!

Here you go ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-w5lQc-h7xng.html

This was just a quick little edit. Not the entire edit I did for the agent. But sort of similar.

I posted the link for the full vid in the comments. Here you go 😃 ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-w5lQc-h7xng.html

Almost always. Unless there is really poor light or the autofocus is struggling for some reason. Then ill switch to manual with peaking

Totally understand what you mean. Like I said in the video, I was actually filming this for a staging company as well. That’s why I included so many staging shots. But I will actually add more stages shots than most people. It’s the same principle as to why staging works. People can see the vibe and see themselves living there. At least that’s my opinion. But this shoot was definitely more than I typically do.

Hey! So I don't do photos anymore. I was before, but found I didn't enjoy the process so I decided to stick to video.

HLG 2 in the 709 color space

@@darpinomedia9619 last question.. is 709 color space the color mode in the PP10 HLG2 profile?

Thank you so much 🙏

Absolutely. It’s a great choice!

@@darpinomedia9619 Sir does rolling shutter effect the real estate video! In A74

@@pvrcaptures3596 I’m not sure about rolling shutter with the A7IV. I have never used it personally. But I’ve never had issues with rolling shutter on any camera for real estate video

@@darpinomedia9619 By specs it is same as A73 sir Please create a real estate video from A74 at the earliest sir when ever you get camera. That you for your guidance sir

@@pvrcaptures3596 Probably not going to happen. I switched to the Canon R6 hahahahah 😆. I can assure you that the A7IV is probably a super solid camera.

I put the link in the comments. But here you go 😉 ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-w5lQc-h7xng.html

Pretty much. Unless i need to stop down for some reason. But, I will shoot at like f5.6 for exterior shots

Just to let in as much light as possible without boosting ISO. When you are that wide, more is in focus so I dont really have an issue with it being too shallow.

Only when I need it. But I’ll adjust based on the light

HLG 2

Also in the 709 color space

@@darpinomedia9619 and what luts are you using ?

@@viestursbogdans2909 Man I have so many Luts at this point lol. For my real estate videos I usually either manually grade them or use film convert nitrate. For this video specifically, I graded it with the "Morning coffee" lut from Cam Browne

@@darpinomedia9619 thanks

60fps :)

@@darpinomedia9619 my sony a7iii can shoot 4k video only 25fps 100m and 25fps 60m. Why?((

@@vadimbads You must be in 4k mode. You will have to switch to HD in order to get 60 fps.

I usually set a custom white balance based on the room. Don't use a grey card its to cumbersome to keep taking it out room to room. I usually just eye it up in the room and adjust slightly in post if needed.

@@darpinomedia9619 thank you for the advice 🙏 definitely no AWB then

@@xXDJJUNIORXx The only way I would use it (and I have) is of you have a white balance lock on your camera. It's so ugly when white balance shifts during a shot 🤮😂

@@darpinomedia9619 i use a sony a7iii. i shot my first few houses with gray card and wasnt too bad. i also shot in both hlg2 and slog3...... slog 3 being amazing outside..... but with the worst noise shooting inside. I overall might stick with HLG2 and cine 4.

let me add i took the gamble on myself and purchased the gmaster 12-24 f2.8

Typically I would say I agree with you. But like I said in the video, this one in particular was for a staging company as well. So I was making sure to showcase their work.

Yea, I know. I apologize for that. It was my little sister who wanted to help out. Next time I’m getting her a gimbal 🤣

@@darpinomedia9619 🤣🤣🤣🤣

Sure, except I do this every day and make a living doing it. 🤔 But if this comment makes you feel better about yourself then carry on my friend.