Balancing FLASH with AMBIENT A lighting TUTORIAL using The FLASHPOINT XPLOR

In this demonstration, I break down how to start using off camera flash on location step by step without any fancy light meters
Connect with me
My website: geni.us/sKBI6hX
My Instagram: geni.us/Mortiz
Join my Facebook Photo sharing group: geni.us/2jPox
Diana's instagram: geni.us/Hap0xs
All the gear I use: geni.us/PzWjNC
MY OTHER GEAR!
Sony a7rii: bhpho.to/2lK8Yo0
Sony a6500: bhpho.to/2l5QA5C
Sony 85mm 1.4 Gmaster: bhpho.to/2l5UIT2
Sony 24-70 2.8 Gmaster: bhpho.to/2lwhgvz
Sony 55mm 1.8 lens: bhpho.to/2lwnqvD
Flashpoint Xplor monolight: amzn.to/2kFa9nc
Godox AD360 flash: amzn.to/2lXDDxx
Sony 10-18f4: bhpho.to/2l5QA5C
Sigma 30mm 1.4 Emount: bhpho.to/2miai1N
Zhiyun crane gimbal: bhpho.to/2mio1p7
Peak Design Camera Strap: bhpho.to/2lwk9MI
Think tank urban approach camera bag: bhpho.to/2lwhmn2
Rode videomicro: bhpho.to/2m6dvl6
Joby Gorilla pod: bhpho.to/2lwgRcH
Lexar 128gb sd card: bhpho.to/2miceHB
MeFOTO TRIPOD: bhpho.to/2lwqk3z

Пікірлер: 525

  • @ColorBlindTea
    @ColorBlindTea2 ай бұрын

    THIS VIDEO CAME LITERALLY RIGHT ON TIME. I have my first graduation shoot today and I wasn't confident in how to use my flash properly. Thanks so much.

  • @tempest63132
    @tempest631325 жыл бұрын

    I can't tell you how long I've been looking for a video that walks through this step by step. Watching in 2019, great job!

  • @miljusfilip

    @miljusfilip

    5 жыл бұрын

    same here... :P

  • @thundeyt8284

    @thundeyt8284

    4 жыл бұрын

    2020, buying a7r ii for 975$ tomorrow and i CAN'T WAIT

  • @thatnursevicky9118

    @thatnursevicky9118

    3 жыл бұрын

    Halloween 2020!. Same!! Thank you both!! =) ...

  • @rastakilla718
    @rastakilla7186 жыл бұрын

    You work so well together. Always fun to watch.

  • @nick4uuk
    @nick4uuk2 жыл бұрын

    Watched a few videos and this is by far the most reliable and simple method. Good job.

  • @andyshin7291
    @andyshin72916 жыл бұрын

    This is the most helpful tutorial I’ve seen regarding exposure with flash. Thanks Manny and keep up the great work. Always a pleasure to watch your videos!

  • @mikefarley4254
    @mikefarley42543 жыл бұрын

    Bro! You just made me a professional photographer in 7:18 minutes! Love this approach! Good job!!!

  • @dougmartinvisuals7035
    @dougmartinvisuals70355 жыл бұрын

    Manny... you’re an incredible instructor. Much respect!

  • @Bluecrisis01
    @Bluecrisis016 жыл бұрын

    I’ve watched others try to give this tutorial but this one helped me. Simple advice - expose for the ambient before introducing the flash !!!! Great advice.

  • @chaseechenrode8679
    @chaseechenrode86794 жыл бұрын

    Good tutorial. I have been struggling with ambient light with off camera strobes. This really simplified my thinking. Tried it last night and shots were perfect. Thanks.

  • @artofersuke
    @artofersuke4 жыл бұрын

    Just bought a flash yesterday and I learned a lot after watching this, very straight to the point. Great job!

  • @LivingIrving
    @LivingIrving3 жыл бұрын

    Omg this video saved my life! Thank you Manny! Keep doing what your doing your are changing lives and being a blessing to so many. You explain things so well and make the viewer feel so comfortable and right at home.

  • @JoePlomo
    @JoePlomo6 жыл бұрын

    One of the most to the point & accurate tuts I've seen on KZread. Solid work peeps. BTW, you guys look like a celebrity couple for some reason.

  • @MannyOrtiz

    @MannyOrtiz

    6 жыл бұрын

    Joe P Haha thanks Joe

  • @xdrew707x

    @xdrew707x

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@MannyOrtiz Damn Manny! These videos take me back, look at you now! Got your own modifier and everything! CONGRATS 🎊 👏 🎊

  • @AppelPhotoDesign
    @AppelPhotoDesign5 жыл бұрын

    Ended up learning more in this short tutorial then anything I have come across. Great job!

  • @jamisonmediafilms2080
    @jamisonmediafilms20806 жыл бұрын

    This was a dope tutorial and very easy to understand I would recommend this to any newby photogs or hobbyists.

  • @vegita319
    @vegita3195 жыл бұрын

    Manny, watching some of your older videos and see you have come a long way from before! You seem to be so much more shy in front of camera and now you are just a pro! Glad to see you grow man!

  • @triciahagerty8410
    @triciahagerty84105 жыл бұрын

    This was the simplest, most educational video on this that I've seen.

  • @pappupappu3084
    @pappupappu30845 жыл бұрын

    I like how you humbly praise jason and also your work as always Thanks

  • @jenniferatchley3067
    @jenniferatchley30675 жыл бұрын

    Omg! Thank you so much! I’ve been struggling with this so bad and you made it so clear!! 🤯

  • @michaelhango555
    @michaelhango5556 жыл бұрын

    your tutorials really help me out, thank you for your hardwork and teachings!!!!!

  • @EmadDesign
    @EmadDesign4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much, I watched this video years ago , I didn't know much about photography, now that I understand everything you are talking about I found it great video and it helped a lot

  • @youpamp
    @youpamp3 жыл бұрын

    Superb as always, Manny! Your techniques are so easy to apply in real world, and your videos are so succinct and informative! Thank you again!

  • @SilkStage7
    @SilkStage75 жыл бұрын

    This was extremely helpful. It's always a pleasure to watch your work. THANKS!

  • @sewo200
    @sewo2005 жыл бұрын

    That was such a simple explanation. I am excited to try this out.

  • @AverageXboxGamer
    @AverageXboxGamer5 жыл бұрын

    Going back and watching this video... I see sooo much growth in you my friend.... keep doing what you're doing

  • @PimpnBass
    @PimpnBass5 жыл бұрын

    Omg. This is the best tutorial ive ever seen on this.

  • @WalterSmolenski
    @WalterSmolenski6 жыл бұрын

    Finally someone that discusses their exposure. This is so so needed. Thank you. I have assumed that you were going 1-2 stops underexposed but its nice to see verification. Most others demonstrating the Sony/Godox union like Jason L. never give you useful details.

  • @californiapattycakes4417
    @californiapattycakes44175 жыл бұрын

    THANK YOU for breaking it down step by step! 👍🏼😊

  • @stephencosta6814
    @stephencosta68145 жыл бұрын

    wow Manny you made it look amazing and so easy to understand with your Technique of teaching please keep these wonderful videos coming

  • @uneekfoto3264
    @uneekfoto32645 жыл бұрын

    Rewatched both videos on off camera flash and like always man you always come through clutch. Setting up for ambient light will help a lot. You the best. Your presets are the best as well bro. Hope you making a new pack soon.

  • @Kryed
    @Kryed5 жыл бұрын

    always bring that positive vibe. so inspire !

  • @ahmedomara11
    @ahmedomara115 жыл бұрын

    This one is my new favorite ♡♡♡

  • @roelrebosa4627
    @roelrebosa46276 жыл бұрын

    One of the best videos I have ever seen, very informative. Thanks

  • @paperknit
    @paperknit2 жыл бұрын

    Stunning work, and stunning model!

  • @wisdomegbe3850
    @wisdomegbe38505 жыл бұрын

    Its been awesome learning new ideas... Am just getting improve. Thanks to you

  • @desmondedwards4486
    @desmondedwards44866 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Manny. I'll be trying that out tomorrow morning. Very informative and just what I needed.

  • @JFrederick72
    @JFrederick722 жыл бұрын

    Love your tutorials Manny.

  • @coolhand67
    @coolhand673 жыл бұрын

    Its one thing reading this method, it’s another thing being told in a video. But it’s a WHOLE new ballgame to actually see it the way you presented it. THANK YOU SO MUCH 🤗 you are a photographers best friend. Subscribed.

  • @keithbarrett8629
    @keithbarrett86295 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for taking the time to make this...very well done

  • @MaurithusMeiring
    @MaurithusMeiring5 жыл бұрын

    Hi there Manny, love your videos. This is one of your best tips ever, works very well.

  • @ronaldaverangaaguilar8567
    @ronaldaverangaaguilar85676 жыл бұрын

    Manny this video is just great!!!! now I finally got it. keep up the great work.

  • @tossapoltublom1191
    @tossapoltublom11913 жыл бұрын

    I watched the clip many times and gained a lot of knowledge. I like method 2, it gets depth of field. Thank you for the great knowledge given..........from Thailand FC

  • @wreikodawson
    @wreikodawson3 жыл бұрын

    Finally!!!! I actually just tried it and it worked!! Thank youuuu

  • @mikelm222
    @mikelm2223 жыл бұрын

    Hey Manny - Learnt this from you a year or two ago - good to get a confirmation that I'm still doing it right ! Thanks for the great channel

  • @BavardRahdar
    @BavardRahdar6 жыл бұрын

    Great Video - you should do one talking about TTL and manual flash settings advantages/disadvantages and how to work in both. Would be super helpful for me and im sure your other viewers : )

  • @tallisonrausch5719
    @tallisonrausch57194 жыл бұрын

    You are GOOD. Thank you so much! Been at this years and just got into OCF. So excited & Following!

  • @Cjmswaby
    @Cjmswaby4 жыл бұрын

    Brilliantly explained and easy to undersand and apply. Thank you!

  • @rayc2137
    @rayc21373 жыл бұрын

    This is an older video but really needed for me with finally getting my speed light and trigger. Thanks. I needed the step by step, but now it should be easy.

  • @escuelacerogrados
    @escuelacerogrados3 жыл бұрын

    This tutorial is pure gold... you have got a new subscriber, keep up the good work!!!

  • @bernardjackson4974
    @bernardjackson49746 жыл бұрын

    This is straight to the point man! Thank you!!

  • @Mimokat2
    @Mimokat25 жыл бұрын

    Super useful video. Precise, without much fuss and easy.

  • @hood19
    @hood196 жыл бұрын

    this DEFINITELY helped me out alot, thanks!!!!

  • @nb7524
    @nb75246 жыл бұрын

    Hey Manny, thank you for this video, it is very helpful! I truly appreciate you not making this video technical. It is very understandable for newer photography enthusiasts such as myself. I learn so much about portrait photography from watching your channel.

  • @oneleggedlifter7660

    @oneleggedlifter7660

    5 жыл бұрын

    I am pretty new to this, but i just don't understand why you would even consider using a flash and a external light outside? Is that just for the look of the picture?

  • @catchlite5196

    @catchlite5196

    5 жыл бұрын

    oneleggedlifter if you are not using a flash in this situation, the background will be washed out (almost or completely white), which might not always be the way you want to go. Using a flash helps you get the right exposure of your subject and keeping the background “down”. What Manny is aiming for here is a darker background and a lighter subject which helps you separate the subject from the background. It lets you focus on the subject when viewing the photo.

  • @_HMCB_

    @_HMCB_

    4 жыл бұрын

    Dennis van Tol good explanation. This technique makes your photos look pro. Lighting is everything!

  • @charlesazevedo4849
    @charlesazevedo48493 жыл бұрын

    Loved this one Manny thanks for this.

  • @marcusmccurtis2660
    @marcusmccurtis26604 жыл бұрын

    This will help me alot on my shoot !! Thank you for posting this!!!

  • @rodericklhsheriagh
    @rodericklhsheriagh6 жыл бұрын

    Love your work bro! Great videos ... always clear and insightful. Thank you!

  • @xe2bio64
    @xe2bio645 жыл бұрын

    Ortiz, great tutorial very helpful, gracias.

  • @YoanQuevedo
    @YoanQuevedo5 жыл бұрын

    Hey Mr Ortiz, Thank you so much for your videos man. I learn a lot with you guys 😎

  • @leohall5881
    @leohall58812 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic video Manny!

  • @organicrobot4710
    @organicrobot4710 Жыл бұрын

    This was incredibly helpful..thanks so much!

  • @gpgpainting
    @gpgpainting5 жыл бұрын

    Iv'e watched a number of your tuts but somehow missed this one. This is exactly how I do HHS. I have seen all the different methods used and have tried many. Coming from a film background this is the quickest and best way to get proper exposure

  • @peter_shadow7559
    @peter_shadow75594 жыл бұрын

    So simple the way you teach man. Thanks.

  • @TT-dz8zf
    @TT-dz8zf3 жыл бұрын

    Your videos are so helpful for me. Thanks!

  • @jeffreyharley2244
    @jeffreyharley22443 жыл бұрын

    Manny, you're a darn good teacher bro. Thanks.

  • @andarpeni
    @andarpeni2 жыл бұрын

    It is nice to see your old videos and new videos.. the metamorphosis...

  • @tekton1229
    @tekton12294 жыл бұрын

    Great video and great shots!

  • @TT-dz8zf
    @TT-dz8zf3 жыл бұрын

    Another great instruction video, bro. Thank you!

  • @jahee48thwav27
    @jahee48thwav272 жыл бұрын

    Manny you’ve even my #1 inspiration since I started photographing in December 2019‼️ All love brotha

  • @marvinlee5926
    @marvinlee59262 жыл бұрын

    Wow... Watching your old video are totally different then your current ones... Is good to see when you started this and what a long away... Great work and i really enjoyed watching your informative videos... Thanks a lot... 🙌🙌

  • @JayNabuLe
    @JayNabuLe6 жыл бұрын

    Glad I found your channel bro your videos have been very helpful in understanding the process. It's broken down in the simplest form and easy to digest and fun to watch makes learning the craft fun instead of being work. 👍🏼 gonna join your FB group as well. Thanks for the content and lessons look forward to seeing and learning more!

  • @canpin
    @canpin6 жыл бұрын

    This is how i do my balancing. Thanks for sharing coz like u said theres a lot out there that are quiet complicated. Thanks for the video.

  • @jaydenszabo9598
    @jaydenszabo95982 жыл бұрын

    thank you for having these good demonstrations! I learn something new every time you post! thumbs up for you my brother!!!

  • @kiing303
    @kiing3033 жыл бұрын

    Still incredibly helpful in 2021 ! Bang on job

  • @a3_vizualz
    @a3_vizualz Жыл бұрын

    This made so much sense. I’m gonna try it out asap.

  • @RichRozz
    @RichRozz5 жыл бұрын

    I will follow this fella Manny, thanks for the video. I'll try this. Eros from Suriname.

  • @amerca4411
    @amerca44114 жыл бұрын

    Love going back on your video you've come a long way bro keep it up....

  • @Cajmoney31
    @Cajmoney313 жыл бұрын

    This is good stuff I really appreciate all of your tutorials !!!!!

  • @petrstefek4438
    @petrstefek44384 жыл бұрын

    Hi Manny! Your video helped me. Thank you very much. Greetings from the Czech republic.

  • @yocz2007
    @yocz20075 жыл бұрын

    You guys are great period.Thanks!

  • @jxke8279
    @jxke82794 жыл бұрын

    Learn so much from this ! 👍👍👍

  • @artisticafactory
    @artisticafactory4 жыл бұрын

    Super useful! Thank you so much Manny

  • @rnic1
    @rnic16 жыл бұрын

    THANK YOU! This was a great learning video!

  • @RE7Hazuki
    @RE7Hazuki2 жыл бұрын

    Love this dude. Definitely some very useful content here!

  • @941eldiablo
    @941eldiablo3 жыл бұрын

    Great video! Very helpful!

  • @satanickdas01
    @satanickdas014 жыл бұрын

    Best flash photography tutorial

  • @Photagraphix
    @Photagraphix6 жыл бұрын

    Amazing as always Bro!!

  • @DanielChauLifeThroughLens
    @DanielChauLifeThroughLens4 жыл бұрын

    Wow. Many thanks, very helpful tips. 🙏

  • @ambermiller5821
    @ambermiller58212 жыл бұрын

    Having the screen visible was very helpful! Thank you!

  • @peterwwmc3052
    @peterwwmc30524 жыл бұрын

    Perfect! It helped a lot! Thank you!

  • @kevinandjindibehbahany8813
    @kevinandjindibehbahany88136 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this amazing video, very helpful.

  • @AnthonyBonillaPR
    @AnthonyBonillaPR3 жыл бұрын

    Straight to the point. Very good tutorial. Directo al grano.

  • @wanneske1969
    @wanneske19696 жыл бұрын

    Great tutorial ! Great you pointed out that ambient light and flash light are totally separate things ! I don"t use ETTL either

  • @Directedbyshaun
    @Directedbyshaun3 жыл бұрын

    Best step by step for flash 💪🏽

  • @nigelgregory3142
    @nigelgregory31423 жыл бұрын

    I am picking up some very good tips from you, I take pictures of dancers and gymnastic kids and adults, there glittering outfits cause me no end of issues but your help about flash is helping me. Many thanks Nigel in the UK.

  • @mikepittman1950
    @mikepittman19504 жыл бұрын

    Great video, very clear and easy to understand. Thank you.

  • @MrParadoxia1
    @MrParadoxia15 жыл бұрын

    Simple but very useful tutorial. 10/10

  • @boostedmaniac
    @boostedmaniac4 жыл бұрын

    You’re lucky to have her being so patient to allow you to shoot your video.

  • @alexblaze8878

    @alexblaze8878

    3 жыл бұрын

    She’s a model. They’re supposed to be patient. It’s part of the job.

  • @tcvaldez
    @tcvaldez5 жыл бұрын

    This video was awesome! Very nice tip about exposing twice. Thank you very much. I'm just learning to shoot with flash

  • @alexmaranon584
    @alexmaranon5845 жыл бұрын

    Great info Manny! Thanks!!

  • @tomhughes5123
    @tomhughes51234 жыл бұрын

    very clear info , one of the better egamoles thanks

  • @smalltalk.productions9977
    @smalltalk.productions99776 жыл бұрын

    solid. thanks for the effort and the sharing. thumbs up.

Келесі