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Photography
Enjoy our series of previously streamed webinars, covering a wide range of topics and featuring Sony Imaging Ambassadors from across Europe.
Portrait webinars
(1 video)
Watch our collection of previously broadcast webinars about portrait photography
Shooting Portraits with Sony
Rewatch our webinar with professional photographers Sandra Hallnor, Morten Rygaard and Jana Weisbrich who talk us through their experience of shooting with the new FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II. *Please note that this webinar was broadcast in English only
Exploring Sony Products
(1 video)
Watch our collection of previously broadcast webinars about the latest Sony products
Shooting with the Sony Alpha 1 II
Rewatch our webinar with professional nature and landscape photographer Albert Dros, and sports photographer Mine Kasapoğlu as they talk us through their experiences shooting with the new flagship Alpha 1 II
Travel webinars
(1 video)
Watch our collection of previously broadcast webinars about travel photography
Travelling Light - Shooting with the new FE 24-50mm f/2.8 G
Rewatch our webinar with professional creators Teja Lisjak, Matija Vincek & Bit Sever who talk us through their experience of shooting with the new lens. *Please note that this webinar was broadcast in English only
Sports webinars
(1 video)
Watch our collection of previously broadcast webinars about sports photography
Shooting Sports with the Alpha 9 III
Rewatch our webinar where we are joined by professional sports photographers, Aleksandra Szmigiel, Diego Souto and Mine Kasapoğlu who talk us through their experience of shooting sports with the revolutionary Alpha 9 III. *Please note that this webinar was broadcast in English only
Wildlife webinars
(1 video)
Watch our collection of previously broadcast webinars about wildlife photography
Shooting Wildlife with Sony
Rewatch our webinar with professional wildlife photographers Gustav Kiburg, Petar Sabol & Antonio Liebana who talk us through their experience of shooting wildlife with some of the latest Sony products including the Alpha 9 III, FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS and the FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II. *Please
Nature webinars
(1 video)
Watch our collection of previously broadcast webinars about wildlife photography
Shooting nature with Sony
Rewatch our webinar with professional nature and landscape photographer Albert Dros, and documentary & travel filmmaker Pauline Simon, to talk through their experiences shooting with the Sony Alpha 7C II and the FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II. *Please note that this webinar was broadcast in English only
Our How-To basics videos cover everyday features and functions of your Sony Alpha, including quick tips, initial setup, and menu settings.
Exposure settings
(1 video)
Exposure settings: Understand how to adjust exposure using ISO, Bracketing, Aperture and Shutter speed settings.
Easy exposure bracketing with Liam Man
In this tutorial, Sony European Imaging Creator, Liam Man, goes through the best settings and camera setup for easy exposure bracketing.
Understanding Your Sony Camera Settings
(2 videos)
Learn the basic menu settings of your Alpha camera
Shooting Modes - Explore Different Ways of Shooting with your Alpha Camera
Learn to master the Drive Mode, including burst shooting, the self timer and bracketing, while also understanding how to set Silent Shooting.
Camera Fundamentals - All About Basic Settings
Learn the basic settings of your Alpha camera including Image Quality, File Format, ISO, White Balance, Creative Style and the Dynamic Range Optimiser
Customising Your Sony Camera
(3 videos)
Learn how to customise your Sony camera
Customise Your Camera To Your Needs - Basics
Learn how to customise the buttons and the Function menu on your camera and set up My Menu for a menu with your favourite options
Customise Your Camera To Your Needs - Compostion & Playback
Learn how to customise the monitor and viewfinder settings
Customise Your Camera To Your Needs - Advanced
See how to set back button autofocus, APS-C cropping and detailed dial settings
Autofocus settings
(1 video)
Understand to how set Real-Time Tracking, Autofocus Sensitivity and Touch Focus
Advanced Autofocus Settings
Understand to how set Real-Time Tracking, Autofocus Sensitivity & Touch Focus
Discover more advanced techniques and features of your Sony Alpha equipment with a panel of Sony experts, Ambassadors and Content Creators.
Deep Dive: Alpha 6700
(1 video)
A look at the Alpha 6700 and its capabilities
Deep Dive: Alpha 6700
A deep dive into the details of the Alpha 6700 and what its key features and functionalities are.
Alternatives to your Alpha kit lenses
(2 videos)
Choosing the right lens for your Alpha camera.
Deep Dive: FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS Ⅱ
A deep dive into the details of the FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS Ⅱ and what its key features and functionalities are.
Second Generation Lenses
A close look at the FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II and the FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II.
Choosing the best Sony Camera for your creative needs
(1 video)
Looking at the Sony Alpha Camera line up with Mark Baber.
Which Sony Camera?
In this video, Mark from Sony goes through a selection of APS-C and Full Frame Cameras, showcasing the best demos and features that will help you choose your next Sony camera.
Focus Settings
(1 video)
A closer look at some of the more detailed focus settings on your camera
AF Subject Recognition
Learn about advanced Subject Recognition on Sony cameras and how to change relevant settings.
Using a Flashgun on Your Sony Camera
(3 videos)
A look into how using a Sony flashgun can enhance your indoor and outdoor portraits
How to improve your outdoor portraits with a flashgun
A look into how using a Sony flashgun can enhance your outdoor portraits
How to improve your indoor portraits with a flashgun
A look into how using a Sony flashgun can enhance your indoor portraits
How to improve your indoor photography with a flashgun
A look into how using a Sony flashgun can enhance your indoor images
Sony Expert Menu Tips
(4 videos)
Learn the advanced menu functions on your Sony camera to speed up your workflow
Deep Dive – AEL with Shutter
In this video we go into detail about how you can link or unlink the exposure calculation to the autofocus initiation to suit your style of shooting.
Deep Dive – Image Jump Setting
In this video we go into detail about how you can quickly move to specified images during playback mode to make your workflow easier.
Deep Dive – Dual Card Slots
In this video we go into detail about how you can manage the dual cards slots on your Sony Alpha camera to suit your needs.
Deep Dive – Memory Recall
In this video we go into detail about how you can set the Memory Recall to instantaneously bring back pre-saved settings for a quicker workflow.
Choosing a lens for Content Creation
(1 video)
A look at how the E PZ 10-20mm f/4 G, E 11mm f/1.8, E 15mm f/1.4 G, E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS and E 50mm f/1.8 OSS give you great options for your APS-C camera
Top 5 recommended APS-C lenses for the Sony system
A look at how the E PZ 10-20mm f/4 G, E 11mm f/1.8, E 15mm f/1.4 G, E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS and E 50mm f/1.8 OSS give you great options for your APS-C camera
Learn from the experts as they dig deeper into camera settings and features, sharing knowledge that will help you get the most out of your Alpha system.
Flash Shooting with the Global Shutter
(1 video)
See the unique capabilities of using flash with Sony cameras featuring a global shutter
Tech Detail - Shooting Flash with a Global Shutter
In this video we see deep technical details of the advantages of using a Sony on-camera flash with a global shutter camera
Portrait photography camera settings
(1 video)
Join Hannah Couzens as she goes through the best settings, camera setup and lighting techniques for creating beautiful portraits.
Portrait Masterclass with Hannah Couzens
In this tutorial, Sony European Imaging Ambassador, Hannah Couzens, goes through the best settings, camera setup and lighting techniques for creating beautiful portraits.
Landscape Masterclass with Albert Dros
(3 videos)
In this three-part masterclass, Albert discusses all aspects of his landscape photography including composition, equipment choice, settings and workflow.
Masterclass Series // Landscape with Albert Dros // Chapter 1 Pro Talk
Learn about landscape photography composition, framing and how to prepare before shooting
Masterclass Series // Landscape with Albert Dros // Chapter 2 - Gear Talk
Learn how to choose your landscape photography gear and what is in Albert's kit bag
Masterclass Series // Landscape with Albert Dros // Chapter 3 - Shooting Techniques
Learn all of Albert's techniques, camera settings and editing workflow on an extraordinary shoot on the coast of the Netherlands
Wedding Photography Masterclass
(4 videos)
In this four-part Wedding photography masterclass, Kate and Brent discuss all aspects of a typical wedding shoot, from technique, equipment, editing and planning.
Weddings with Kate and Brent // Chapter 1 - Pro talk
Learn how to plan a wedding shoot from our professionals
Weddings with Kate and Brent // Chapter 2 - Gear talk
Learn what Kate and Brent use for their work on a wedding shoot
Weddings with Kate and Brent // Chapter 3 - Photography tips
Kate unveils her tips on taking pictures at a wedding
Weddings with Kate and Brent // Chapter 4 - Camera settings and post production
Kate shares her camera settings and post production workflow for wedding photography
Written how-to tutorials from our Sony Ambassadors, featuring handy tips and tricks along with real-life examples.
Top Tips: Photographing Food
How to photograph food with Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.
Top Tips: Shooting Self Portraits
How to shoot self-portraits with Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.
Top Tips: Photographing Winter Sports
How to photograph skiing and snowboarding with Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.
Top Tips: Photographing Architecture
How to shoot Architecture with Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.
Top Tips: Concert Photography
How to photograph shows and concerts with Sony cameras and lenses.
Top Tips: Photographing Winter Landscapes
How to photograph Winter landscapes with Sony cameras and lenses.
Top Tips: Autumn Landscapes
How to shoot autumn landscape photos with Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.
Top Tips: Pet Photography
How to photograph pets with your Sony Alpha camera and lenses.
Top Tips: Fashion Photography
How to shoot fashion photos using Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.
Top Tips: Shooting Sunrise
How to shoot spectacular sunrises with your Sony camera.
Top Tips: Summer Travel Photos
From essential kit to creative shooting, here is how to photograph amazing travel photographs with your Sony camera this summer.
Top Tips: Macro Photography with the FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II
Wildlife photographer Petar Sabol shares how to shoot stunning macro photography with Sony's FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II lens.
Top Tips: Photographing Garden Birds
Our expert guide on how to photograph garden birds with the groundbreaking features of Sony Alpha cameras and lenses
Top Tips: Macro Photography in Spring
Spring’s arrival, marked by emerging insects and blossoming flowers, presents a perfect opportunity to try macro photography with your Sony Alpha camera.
Top Tips: Sony Creators’ App and Creators’ Cloud
From adding new features to Adobe Lightroom syncing, we tell you how to get the most from the Sony Creators’ app and Creators’ Cloud.
Top Tips: Window Light Portraits
How to shoot stunning window-lit portraits by combining classical lighting techniques with your Sony Alpha camera.
Top Tips: Capturing Backlit Portraits
We explain how to shoot backlit portrait photos with your Sony Alpha camera.
Top Tips: Imaging Edge for Remote Shooting
How to use Sony Imaging Edge software for remote shooting this winter.
Top Tips: Street Photography
We explain how to shoot street photography images using the latest features of Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.
Top Tips: Astrophotography
How to shoot the night sky with Sony Alpha Cameras and lenses
Top Tips: Photographing the Autumn Equinox
The Autumn Equinox signals the official start of Autumn and all of the fantastic photographic opportunities that the new season brings.
Top Tips: Nighttime Photography
Kaupo Kikkas reveals his expert tips on shooting nighttime scenes, from embracing darkness to mastering light painting and exposure.
Top Tips: How to Shoot Golden Hour
Golden Hour is the most magical time of the day and is perfect for photography. Here is our advice on how to shoot during golden hour with your Sony Alpha camera.
Top Tips: Shooting Vast Landscapes
Swedish photographer Tobias Hägg reveals Top Tips for capturing vast landscape scenes with Sony Alpha
Top Tips: Shooting Foggy Landscapes
Capture stunning, ethereal images of foggy and misty landscapes with your Sony Alpha camera and lenses.
Top Tips: Shooting Festive Fireworks
With the new year just around the corner, we offer advice on how to photograph fireworks using Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.
Top Tips: Black & White Portraits
Portrait photographer Tom Oldham reveals his expert lighting, directing and exposure techniques for shooting bold, striking black and white portraits with his Sony Alpha 7R IV and 7R V.
Top Tips: Perfectly Sharp Portraits
If you want to maximise the amount of detail in your portrait images, here are our Top Tips on the features to use in your Sony Alpha camera.
Tops Tips: Low Light Portraits
French-based Canadian photographer Adrienne Surprenant reveals the techniques she used with her Sony Alpha 7 IV to shoot low-light portraits of the Kipsigis people of Kenya.
How I Shoot | Creative Portraits
Turkish photographer Burak Bulut reveals how communication and a desire to experiment is the key to his portrait photography.
How I Shoot | Photographing Wildlife in the Snow
Snowy winter conditions can create a perfect white backdrop. Floris Smeets reveals his tricks to creating these studio style animal portraits in the wild winter environment.
How I Shoot | Documentary Style Images at Sea
French photojournalist, Olivier Jobard, shares his experiences shooting what life is like out at sea for young immigrant fishermen.
How I Shoot | Photographing the Moon
As music photographer Peter Neill discovered, taking shots of the Moon doesn't require travelling to dark sky locations – all he needs is his Sony Alpha 7R IV and a tripod.
How I Shoot | Insect Photography
They may be deemed less glamorous than the big mammals found on safari, but for Javier, insects and reptiles are equally as fascinating.
How I Shoot | Photographing Africa’s Big Cats
Chris Schmid reveals some of the secrets behind his incredible images of Africa’s big cats
How I Shoot | Extreme Macro
Petar Sabol shares how he captures the details that can’t be seen by the naked eye with his incredible extreme macro images of insects
Improve Your City Break Photography with the Alpha 7C
Ron Timehin offers his tips and tricks photographing the city with the Alpha 7C
How I Shoot | Wedding Photography
Jorge Miguel Jaime Baez reveals his tips for photographing weddings with an eye for the discreet moments
How I Shoot | Ski Jumping
Tomasz Markowski offers his advice on how to capture the incredible action of ski jumping
How I Shoot | Rugby in Action with Terry Donnelly
Sports photographers need to be as well trained and ready as the athletes. Find out how Terry Donnelly captures all of the action
How I Shoot | Photographing the Northern Lights
Living in Tromsø inside the Arctic Circle, offers Ole the chance to capture one of the world’s greatest natural wonders
How I Shoot | Turning the City into a Photographer's Playground
Bertrand Bernager explains how he uses long exposure images to help capture the energy of a location
How I Shoot | Reportage
Tomasz shares his insight on how content and colour can be used to create images that offer something beyond the surface
How I Shoot | Architecture
Sony Ambassador Mike Will shares his insights for architectural photography.
Improve Your Family Holiday Pictures with the Alpha 7C
Instagrammer ‘My Boys and I’ tests the new Sony Alpha 7C and offers her top tips for family photographs.
How I Shoot | Wedding Photography
Luxury wedding photographer David Bastianoni uses his Sony α7 III and lenses to take his incredible wedding photos.
How I Shoot | Extraordinary Landscapes
Michael Schaake talks about how to photograph extraordinary landscapes.
How I Shoot | Capturing Emotions in Portraiture
With a background as a news photographer, Maki approaches his portrait images from a unique perspective and describes how he captures the character of his subjects.
How I Shoot | Setting up a Home Studio
Portrait photographer Hannah Couzens explains how she created her home studio in her garage.
How I Shoot | Photographing my Family
Instead of photographing the empty streets of Prague, photographer Jan Tichy, chose to spend his time in lockdown photographing the precious time he spent with his son.
How I Shoot | Photographing Wildlife in Spring and Summer
Wildlife photographer Petar Sabol reveals how he photographs his favourite seasons
How I Shoot | Photographing Cycling
Pro cycling photographer, Russ Ellis, shares his tips on capturing cyclists with his Sony Alpha gear
How I Shoot | Summer Landscapes
Michael Schaake reveals the best time to take landscapes in Summer and how he explores an area to discover new images to capture.
How I Shoot | Fine Art Portraiture
Professional portraiture photographer, Nemanja Maraš, talks us through his latest human projects and how to capture the perfect portrait.
How I Shoot | Deep Space
Deep-sky photographer Stefan Liebermann explains how he shoots his incredible celestial images and how you can get started by photographing the moon.
How I Shoot | Cold Conditions
Growing up skiing with friends in the Norwegian mountains, photographer Kyle Meyr has an affinity for photographing action and adventure in the coldest of conditions.
How I Shoot | Automotive Photography
Automotive photographer Deyan Yordanov tells us how he tells us how he creates striking car images.
How I Shoot | Street Photography
Czech photographer Jan Tichy always has a camera over his shoulder, knowing that the opportunity to capture could occur at any moment. He shares with us the key insights on capturing his documentary street photographs.
How I Shoot | Wildlife Images That Matter
As a biologist and a photographer, snapping some of the fascinating animals on the planet is a dream job for Baptiste Bataille.
How I Shoot | Photographing People
Creating a portrait is more than just photographing a face. As Kaupo Kikkas reveals, a good portrait will tell a whole story in a single frame.
How I Shoot | Cities
Travelling from city to city as a touring musician, Ron Timehim developed a love for photography from taking shots of the fascinating new places he found himself in.
How I Shoot | Photographing Birds
Wildlife photographer Staffan Widstrand reveals which lenses he uses to get up close and personal with the flying wonders of the world.
Filmmaking and Video Content Creation
Our How-To basics videos cover everyday features and functions of your Sony Alpha, including quick tips, initial setup, and menu settings.
Product Showcase Feature for ZV Series Cameras
(1 video)
What is the Product Showcase feature and how to use it?
Vlogging tutorials | Product showcase feature for ZV series
What is the Product Showcase feature and how to use it?
Filming Time Lapse and Slow Motion Videos
(1 video)
Learn how to create time-lapse videos with the S and Q mode or the interval shooting function and see how to make slow motion videos in camera.
Filming Time-Lapse Videos and Slow & Quick Motion
Learn how to create time-lapse videos with the S&Q mode or the interval shooting function and see how to make slow motion videos in camera.
Customising Your Camera for Movie Shooting
(3 videos)
Learn how to customise the buttons and function menu on your camera and set up My Menu for a menu with your favourite options
Customise your Camera for Movie Shooting - Basics
Learn how to customise the buttons and the Function menu on your camera and set up My Menu for a menu with your favourite options
Customise your Camera for Movie Shooting - Composition & Monitoring
Learn how to customise the monitor and viewfinder settings for movie recording
Customise your Camera for Movie Shooting - Advanced
See how to set Clear Image Zoom, APS-C cropping and detailed dial settings
Bokeh Switch Feature for ZV Series Cameras
(1 video)
What is the Bokeh Switch and how to use it?
Vlogging tutorials | Bokeh switch feature for ZV series
What is the Bokeh Switch and how to use it?
Understanding Picture Profiles
(1 video)
Understand what the different Picture Profiles do and how they affect the look of your video.
Understanding the Different Picture Profiles
Understand what the different Picture Profile do and how they affect the image of your video
Discover more advanced techniques and features of your Sony Alpha equipment with a panel of Sony experts, Ambassadors and Content Creators.
Unlocking S-Log3: Colour Like a Pro
(3 videos)
Step-by-step S-Log3 techniques from Sony Ambassadors for stunning footage and colour grading.
S-Log3 Demystified
Sony Ambassador Alexandru Don shares the basics of S-Log3, what it is, and how to master it for better footage.
Download Sony S-Log 3 LUTs Easily
Sony Ambassador James Matthews explains how to download Sony S-Log 3 LUTs and use them to enhance your footage
Cine EI How and Why
Sony Ambassador Alister Chapman breaks down Cine EI to help you maximise image quality and dynamic range on your footage.
Deep Dive: Alpha 6700
(1 video)
A look at the Alpha 6700 and its capabilities
Deep Dive: Alpha 6700
A deep dive into the details of the Alpha 6700 and what its key features and functionalities are.
Microphones
(5 videos)
Take a closer look at different Sony microphones and learn how they can enhance your movies
ECM-M1 Shotgun Microphone
Take a closer look at the ECM-M1 shotgun microphone and its capabilities
ECM-LV1 Stereo Lavalier Microphone
Take a closer look at the ECM-LV1 and its capability.
ECM-W2BT Wireless Microphone
Learn about the ECM-W2BT wireless microphone and its capability.
ECM-B10 Shotgun Microphone
Take a closer look at the ECM-B10 microphone and its many features.
ECM-G1 Shotgun Microphone
Learn about the ECM-G1 microphone and how it can enhance the audio on your movies.
Alternatives to your Alpha kit lenses
(3 videos)
Choosing the right lens for your Alpha camera.
Deep Dive: FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS Ⅱ
A deep dive into the details of the FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS Ⅱ and what its key features and functionalities are.
Second Generation Lenses
A close look at the FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II and the FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II.
Top 5 recommended APS-C lenses for the Sony system
A look at how the E PZ 10-20mm f/4 G, E 11mm f/1.8, E 15mm f/1.4 G, E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS and E 50mm f/1.8 OSS give you great options for your APS-C camera
Audio Settings
(1 video)
Get the most out of your audio by learning about the settings on your camera
Audio Recording
In this we look at how to change the Audio Record Level of your movie.
Controlling Focus in Movie Shooting
(2 videos)
Learn about different settings to optimise your focusing during movie shooting
Feature - Focus Map
A look at what the Focus Map function does and how to use it
Feature - Focus Breathing Compensation
A look at what the Focus Breathing Compensation function does and how to use it
Stabilisation in video
(1 video)
Filmmaker and Sony Expert Alister Chapman explains how stabilisation works in video.
Filmmaking tutorials | Stabilisation in video
Film maker and Sony Expert Alister Chapman explains how stabilisation works in video.
Slow-motion and Timelapse
(1 video)
Filmmaker and Sony Expert Alister Chapman shows how to set your camera for slow-motion and timelapse filming.
Filmmaking tutorials | Slow-motion and Timelapse
Filmmaker and Sony Expert Alister Chapman shows how to set your camera for slow-motion and timelapse filming.
Scan modes, codecs and media
(1 video)
Filmmaker and Sony Expert Alister Chapman talks about various scan modes, codecs and media.
Filmmaking tutorials | Scan modes, codecs and media
Filmmaker and Sony Expert Alister Chapman talks about various scan modes, codecs and media.
S-Cinetone picture profile
(1 video)
Filmmaker and Sony shooter expert Alister Chapman explains S-Cinetone
Filmmaking tutorials | S-Cinetone picture profile
Filmmaker and Sony shooter expert Alister Chapman explains S-Cinetone
Exposure Tools
(1 video)
Filmmaker and Sony Expert Alister Chapman explains how to use exposure tools in video.
Filmmaking tutorials | Exposure tools
Filmmaker and Sony Expert Alister Chapman explains how to use exposure tools in video.
Cine-EI setup and usage with FX6
(1 video)
Filmmaker and Sony shooter expert Alister Chapman explains the new CineEI mode in the FX6 and how to use it in different scenarios.
Filmmaking tutorials | Cine-EI setup and usage with FX6
Filmmaker and Sony shooter expert Alistair Chapman explains the new CineEI mode in the FX6 and how to use it in different scenarios.
Choosing a lens for Content Creation
(5 videos)
Advice on choosing a lens for content creation and vlogging with your APS-C Sony camera
Top 5 recommended APS-C lenses for the Sony system
A look at how the E PZ 10-20mm f/4 G, E 11mm f/1.8, E 15mm f/1.4 G, E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS and E 50mm f/1.8 OSS give you great options for your APS-C camera
Vlogging tutorials | Product B-ROLL and close-ups
A quick look to see how Sony's macro lenses can improve your B-roll footage
Vlogging tutorials | Ideal YouTube home studio lens for ZV series
A quick look at the most suitable lenses for a YouTube studio with the ZV-E10.
Vlogging tutorials | Ideal vlogging lens for ZV series
A quick look at the most suitable lens for vlogging with the ZV-E10.
Vlogging tutorials | Ideal travel content lens for ZV series
A quick look at the most suitable lens for travel with the ZV-E10.
Learn from the experts as they dig deeper into camera settings and features, sharing knowledge that will help you get the most out of your Alpha system.
Cinematic Masterclass with Denis Barbas
(4 videos)
In this Masterclass Denis Barbas teaches you everything there is to know about cinematic videos. From the best cameras, lenses and settings to use on your camera, to colour grading and sound design and all the different techniques and other tips and tricks that he uses.
Cinematic Masterclass - Intro
Denis Barbas is a travel and outdoor filmmaker who in the last years has travelled to some of the most remote places on Earth. From the North Pole all the way down to Antarctica, Denis has documented some of the most unique environments on Earth.
Episode 1: Cameras and Lenses
In the first episode of this masterclass, Denis addresses one of the most important aspects in filmmaking and that is of course the camera gear. He talks about the gear that he believes is the best for creating professional, cinematic videos in 2024 as well as the cameras and lenses that he uses.
Episode 2: Best Settings for Cinematic Videos
In the second episode of this masterclass on cinematic videos, Denis goes through the best settings to use on a camera for the most cinematic results.
Episode 3: Color Grading and Sound Design
In this final episode, Denis talks about the importance of shooting videos in a LOG Picture Profile and why this gives you the most dynamic range when recording videos and allows for the most flexibility later when colour grading.
Filmmaking Masterclass
(6 videos)
Renowned professional filmmaker Alister Chapman explains detailed settings for Sony cinema line cameras and offers advice and techniques for all shooting situations.
Filmmaking tutorials | Scan modes, codecs and media
Filmmaker and Sony Expert Alister Chapman talks about various scan modes, codecs and media.
Filmmaking tutorials | Exposure tools
Filmmaker and Sony Expert Alister Chapman explains how to use exposure tools in video.
Filmmaking tutorials | Slow-motion and Timelapse
Filmmaker and Sony Expert Alister Chapman shows how to set your camera for slow-motion and timelapse filming.
Filmmaking tutorials | S-Cinetone picture profile
Filmmaker and Sony shooter expert Alister Chapman explains S-Cinetone
Filmmaking tutorials | Stabilisation in video
Film maker and Sony Expert Alister Chapman explains how stabilisation works in video.
Filmmaking tutorials | Cine-EI setup and usage with FX6
Filmmaker and Sony shooter expert Alistair Chapman explains the new CineEI mode in the FX6 and how to use it in different scenarios.
Video Autofocus Masterclass
(2 videos)
In this two-part masterclass, Philip explains the fundamentals of the Sony autofocus system for filmmaking, from setup and best practice to different shooting scenarios and troubleshooting common issues.
Masterclass Series // Video Autofocus with Philip Bloom // Chapter 2 Shooting scenarios and troubleshooting
Learn with Philip Bloom how to best use video autofocus in different shooting scenarios and troubleshooting common issues.
Masterclass Series // Video Autofocus with Philip Bloom // Chapter 1 Features and custom keys
Learn with Philip Bloom as he explains the fundamentals of the Sony autofocus system for filmmaking
Wedding Videography Masterclass
(4 videos)
In this four-part Wedding videography masterclass, Kate and Brent discuss all aspects of a typical wedding shoot, from technique, equipment, editing and planning.
Weddings with Kate and Brent // Chapter 1 - Pro talk
Learn how to plan a wedding shoot from our professionals
Weddings with Kate and Brent // Chapter 2 - Gear talk
Learn what Kate and Brent use for their work on a wedding shoot
Weddings with Kate and Brent // Chapter 3 - Videography tips
Brent unveils his tips on shooting video at a wedding
Weddings with Kate and Brent // Chapter 4 - Videography settings and post production
Brent shares his camera settings and post production workflow to create a wedding short film
Written how-to tutorials from our Sony Ambassadors, featuring handy tips and tricks along with real-life examples.
Top Tips: Shooting B-Roll
How to shoot B-roll content with Sony cameras and lenses.
Top Tips: Timelapse Photography and Creation
How to create your first timelapse video using your Sony Alpha camera and Sony Imaging Edge Desktop software
How I Shoot | Creating Cinemagraphs
Photographer and filmmaker Virgo Haan reveals how the power of the Alpha 7S III enables him to create looping videos that grab peoples attention.
Improve your content on YouTube with the Alpha 7C
Simone Cioè reveals his top content creator tips for shooting in a home studio
How I Shoot | Creating a Timelapse
After two years shooting thousands of images, photographer Albert Dros revealed how he created his time-lapse film, Amsterdam: My Home.
Shooting Video
Professional filmmaker Den Lennie gives very useful tips about shooting video with the Sony FS5 II and α7 III cameras.