An Introduction To Drone Cinematography

Drone cinematography allows you to share the world from a bird’s perspective, but conquering the skies can be a bit overwhelming. In this video, you will learn what it takes to master your aircraft’s controls, maximize flight time, get the most from your aircraft’s camera - and ultimately, produce stunning aerial footage. #Drone #Cinematography #Tutorial
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01:06 - Smooth Movements
02:04 - Gimbal Settings
03:08 - Flight Modes & EXP
04:42 - Parallax Effect
05:29 - Foreground & Background
06:49 - Fly Low
08:32 - Compose With Less Sky
09:40 - Don’t Forget Audio
10:22 - Maximize Flight Time
11:38 - Flight Planning
13:18 - Camera Settings
14:46 - White Balance
15:34 - Conclusion
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[@lostcreekfilms1248]

"Throughout this entire video the word "Cinematic" will be used only once. And that was it."
You're a gem hahaha! I've learned to despise that now meaningless word

[@neilfisher]

@Lost Creek Films, I am so glad to discover that somebody shares my sense of humor. Can't watch anything camera related here without hearing that damn word a gazillion times 😝😝😝

[@flyby1629]

This is by far the most professional, inforamtive tutorial I have ever seen. Thank you for including the stick positions in each shot also!

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @FlyBy 👍 Greatly appreciate the kind words and happy to hear you found the stick overlay helpful 😃😃😃

[@geotsaou]

100% agreed

[@seamydobbsno1]

Completely Agree!! Brilliant!

[@Reelworldhq]

agree

[@bwhog]

Yes, took me a bit to notice that since I didn't start out full screen but thought that was really neat and useful!

[@tenna4807]

I cannot believe this video only got 119k views. It deserves millions of views!! Stick positions are reallllyyyy helpful, all of the footages are amazing, and the variations of the shots are overwhelming. I will definitely rewatch the video tons of times to master these shots! Thank you so much for the video.

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @tenna4807 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@carlyrobinson2217]

Came to learn... stayed for how well behaved your dog is and your ability to talk through snow blowing into your face. Great work as always Neil!

[@neilfisher]

Haha... @C R, it's warm coastal snow - could almost be considered some sort of spa treatment when compared to cold blowing prairie snow 🤣 Cousteau is generally very well behaved, but as you can see in this video he often ends up on a leash. Mountain tops are dangerous places and if you happen to be a dog that enjoys crazily running around, without any care for anyone's wellbeing - then a leash can be a life saver 👍👍👍

[@NecramoniumVideo]

@@neilfisher Too bad your dog forgot to never have your back to the audience :P

[@darianrundallmedia1305]

There are so many of these videos rehashing the same info but I feel this is the best one.

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @Darian Rundall Media 👍 Appreciate the feedback😃😃😃

[@hzmuhabbet]

dude you are crazy, you explained literally every detail. thank you man.

[@hzmuhabbet]

and thank you cousteau.

[@Jay-vd2qo]

This presentation is phenomenal!!!! Thank you for all this information and providing it in such an organized and clear format.

[@mujthabahassan7614]

Damn, I learnt so much from such a short video. Highly under rated

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @mujthabahassan7614 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@datsun9292]

The Dogs Arcteryx jacket is amazing! lol Love this video. Very informative

[@neilfisher]

@Robert Emerson he loves his jacket and expects it once we pause at any summit. He works just as hard as me climbing and trudging through the deep snow, and once or twice in the past showed obvious signs of being cold once we stopped moving, but since throwing a warm jacket on him - Cousteau is happier than ever with hiking in the winter 😃😃😃

[@fight2flyphoto]

I've watched dozens of these videos on this topic in the last month since getting my first drone and I have to say, this his hands-down the best. Thank you! I especially appreciate the graphic at the bottom showing control inputs for each clip. Bravo!

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @Fight to Fly Photography 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@MK-yg6eu]

This is what drone tutorials should be like!!

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @M K 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@dumpmuch]

I'm actually impressed by the filming quality of this video

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @verydump • 27 years ago • edited 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@NoDoSwLa]

This is gold. Thanks for putting this video together🫡

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @NoDoSwLa 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@timelapsebylkunl72]

Thank for the best drone tutorial!

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Timelapse by lkunl 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@jonx76]

One of the best videos in this site. Thank you!

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @Jonathan M👍 Appreciate the feedback😃😃😃

[@jonx76]

@@neilfisher I'm learning a lot with this! Thank you once again!

[@BlancGivre]

Your level of professionalism is astonishing.

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @BlancGivre 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@hotlineoperator]

Best drone tutorial ever.

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @Catias Frezza 👍 Appreciate the bold statement😃😃😃

[@brad_in_yyc]

Your channel is the first channel I've come across that had your drone movements on the screen and I really appreciate that, as a new drone operator.

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Brad MacMillan 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@mattmcfaul3358]

You won me over with "slow is smooth and smooth is fast". The S.E.A.L. motto! Something that everyone should live by! In every aspect of life! A do over, a death, slows you down!

[@SmartMeditationFilms]

You are an awesome influence. Cousteau is mighty. This is top shelf content. Thank you. I liked and subscribed.

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @123abc0410 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@MPFben]

I love the stick position display. Very clever and helpful. I also love the animations explaining certain aspects. I also really appreciate your determination to continue, even in less than perfect weather!

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Ben Monaghan 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@koreanature]

Wow, My best friend, Thank you for your hard work in making the video. I enjoyed the good video. Have a happy day.

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @Korea Nature Trip 걸어서 한국 자연 여행 ASMR 👍 Appreciate the feedback😃😃😃

[@603pg]

This was a great watch. Thank you for the video. And, good dog.

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Peter 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback - and yes, Cousteau is a very good dog👍👍👍

[@luckyltk8242]

Man! You hella dope! Big up to you for recording out in the snow instead of an office.

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @luckyltk8242 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@Mike-VR]

Brilliant video! Thanks Neil 😃

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Mike-VR 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@thedigitalexpat]

This is an excellent reference resource video. I am just beginning to use my DJI mini 3 pro and I live in the perfect location for this type of cinematography. I am taking notes and you have gained a new sub. 👍🙌🇲🇽

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @thedigitalexpat 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@CNMTCFilms]

Production quality on point again✨ I now why I've subscribed ✌🏼 I really like that you showed the sticks you used to achieve the shots

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @CNMTCFilms 👍 I've always felt that sharing information about how imagery was capture only serves to benefit others. I wish that I had thought to note the EXIF information for the bRoll shots, but unfortunately it doesn't appear as though DJI aircraft embedded such information within video files.

[@supercleancreative]

Great video and content, just bought my first drone and getting started with capturing footage and trying to create some content. Videos like yours are really helpful and I think that the way you are showing the stick movements for some of the compound movements is great. Keep up the great content, really appreciated.

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @supercleancreative 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@rayortega4831]

Great Tutorial, love that you included the control stick and gimble positions as well. Thank you!

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @rayortega4831 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@Onedayatatimefarmstead7177]

WOW! That was super cool. I love this.

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Onedayatatimefarmstead7177 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@ExploringCanadaInfo]

Wow, your attention to detail. 🔥 I really appreciate you taking the time to add the joystick indicators on every flying sequence. Chef's kiss! 👋🇨🇦

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Exploring Canada😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@footprintscairns275]

So great to see some of my favorite BC spots...this made me homesick and proud to be Canadian. Great video Neil!!!

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @footprintscairns275 👍 Appreciate the feedback - and it's a pretty amazing little corner of our planet 😃😃😃

[@forjahlove]

nice audio and arial footage! cinematic!!!!

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @FLYING PIRATE 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback - even if you do feel it's worth of the "C" word 😂😂😂

[@russellschundler6559]

One of the best introductory training videos on drone photography I have seen so far ... great job !!!

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @SchundlerPhoto 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@xam4]

Amazing video. and the dog was great!

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @xam4 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@jorgmeier8169]

honestly, this is by far the most professional video tutorial on this topic. It’s so pleasant to watch and motivates so much to go outside to learn with the drone!
Thank you so much especially for including the stick movement in each clip. You’re literally the first guy where I will hit the notifications bell!

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Jörg Meier 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@fakehuman1]

Solid method acting by Cousteau. He deserves treats!

[@neilfisher]

You're so very right @fakehuman1 - Cousteau looks calm and well mannered, but when the camera is turned off... he's a energetic beast 😂😂😂

[@adamc8416]

What an insightful and well-produced video. Lovely to see Neil actively responding to commenters on this video as of 6 days ago. Cheers from Australia.

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @adamc8416 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍Haven't spent as much time as I'd like in Australia, despite having family in Brisbane 😃

[@M2BALL]

Excellent information. Love this!

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Shawn Ball 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@miljomupp]

Thanks. While I don't have a drone, yet, I have watched a fair number of YT videos about flying drones and yours by far seems the most useful.

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @miljomupp 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@flying0graysons]

Fantastic tutorial. Clear, succinct, and the adding of the stick movements is such a good extra.

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @flying0graysons 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@rwm1139]

Really useful tips, thanks Neil.

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @rwm1139 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@_RichardOrtega]

Man, thanks for sharing this. Loved Cousteau in this one again.
Gotta tell you, man. These videos are awesome and I love what you have to share, but it hurts just a tiny bit when you see someone living your dream. (obviously i am joking. Keep it up man. And keep inspiring).

[@stephenwebster17]

Great video, thank you!

[@RezzNations]

Thanks for the tips!

[@DFD1]

Wow. This video is incredible. I watched it two times already and there will be many more, since I have all to learn. Really looking forward to your next drone video 🙂

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @DFD1 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@WeekendLampung]

Sangat membantu untuk oanduan drone fotographer

[@neilfisher]

Terima kasih @WeekendLampung 👍Saya sangat menghargai umpan baliknya 😃😃😃

[@Randuski]

Just found this. The lack of view is insane. This is such a well done video. Love the controller overlay that shows what you're doing with the controller 🙌🏻 thank you bro. You're a legend

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Randuski 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@peterhdge]

You put this together very well with clear explanation. I dig it.

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @Peter Hodge 👍 Appreciate the feedback😃😃😃

[@MIHAO]

very nice, thanks! will try to apply these on my next trip

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @MIHAO 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@JannaLugtu]

This video is really helpful and was well made.
It deserves more views and likes!
Thanks so much for sharing!

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @Janna Lugtu 👍 Appreciate the feedback😃😃😃

[@ColSam458]

A great, no nonsense tutorial delivered in a professional manner and one very well behaved dog! Sound design is often over looked but as discussed, can really elevates your videos. Thanks for sharing.

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @ColSam458 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@seamydobbsno1]

Man you persevered through some chilly looking conditions to put together an amazing video! Props on the shooting and editing of the entire thing!!

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Seamus Dobbs 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@mikey.1205]

Hands down the best guide for drone footage

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @mikey.👍 Appreciate the feedback😃😃😃

[@Panos835]

Great tutorial - love it
Thanks for sharing
Subscribed 👍

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @PanosDrone 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@LucasStudio]

ur dog just so polite there lol cute

[@diegothewizard6357]

Best content. Effort made the substance. Banging the speech in the middle of the snowfall made your intent authentic. Love you now.

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @Diego Jose Ramos 👍 Appreciate the feedback😃😃😃

[@derrickmickle5491]

Phenomenal video! Love your work.

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @Derrick Mickle 👍 Appreciate the feedback😃😃😃

[@naturearoundus3081]

Thanks. The video is very useful! Everything is clear and clear

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Nature around us 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@imambm5638]

Great explanation.. love how you put the control stick at the bottom to show how to achieve the movements; its really helpfull

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Imam BM 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@rpaltube]

Hi Neil, I just discovered your channel and very much enjoyed your video. Well made with lots of great information to help me film better and more creative. Keep up the good work!

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @rpaltube 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@Jayson.Hancock]

You are an amazing photographer. I have thoroughly enjoyed your videos. I am very much looking forward to trying a drone this summer. This video will definitely improve the quality of video I want to capture. Thank you!

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Jayson Hancock 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@totoosarts]

Cheers, mate, very helpful and comprehensive. Bless your heart, keep them coming :)

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Totoo G (Totoosart) 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@DronesandPlanes]

Fantastic tutorial and information. Love your dog! Thanks.

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Drones and Planes 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@gravitasrecordings]

Great video. Thank you.

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @Gravitas Recordings 👍 Appreciate the feedback😃😃😃

[@dropcake]

Recently purchased my first drone - DJI Mini 3 Pro. I love it. It has opened up a new world for me and I'm all for it! Next step for me is getting into FPV drones and honing my cinematic skills. Thank you for this great video!

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @dropcake 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@Flywithhasi]

Beautiful ❤️😍

[@yohan1516]

Thank you very much. Just bought my first drone so your info is great 👍

[@OscarWestrup]

I didn't remember I was subscribed to you. I've got my own drone and thought this video would not tell me anything new but you gave some good tips and interesting perspectives which im thankful for. Have a great day!

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Oscar Westrup 😃 Admittedly, I don't upload too often, as these videos take quite some time to produce. That said, I greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you've subscribed 👍👍👍

[@President4747]

very useful thanks man your the best of all

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @G Jozma 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@Martin-on7dn]

Very helpful video, especcially with the control input graphic on the bottom. Nice job! 👍👍

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Martin 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@KUGAT0]

You are amazing thank you !

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @Le Sourd👍 Appreciate the feedback😃😃😃

[@maxtrixbass]

The best produced and most informative video on the often overlooked (in favor of gear) skills. As others have mentioned, the stick positions overlayed in the frames are beautifully informative. Kudos for NOT inlcuding the pleathora of usual cliche (Take it to the next level, cinematic, epic.....)
I liked the puppy dog too.

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @maxtrixbass 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@AsgardStudios]

Fantastic tutorial!

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Asgard Studios 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@maxfurtado]

great informations, thanks for sharing

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @red design & steel frame 👍 Appreciate the feedback😃😃😃

[@kaziczek]

Incredibly good video! thanks a million for that 👍👍

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Kriss Kazmierski 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@atraiobaker7871]

so why doesn't this have more views! this is perfect!

[@neilfisher]

al👏go👏rithm👏
... and thanks @Atraio Baker 😃😃😃

[@atraiobaker7871]

@@neilfisher loooooool

[@GermanyTechno]

You da F best!

[@blue.75photography38]

Bravo for info

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @blue.75photography38 👍 Appreciate the feedback😃😃😃

[@MosaicFriend]

New to drone videography and holy this was helpful, thank you for the awesome information and shot examples!

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Moataz Yaakoub 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@MosaicFriend]

@@neilfisher Just gained a subscriber! looking forward to your future content

[@tyejohnson9400]

This is such nifty advice, for even a Mavic 2 Pro owner. It's such a helpful tip be aware of how much control you can have over how fast the drone can move. After watching this, any mistakes made can be attributed to lack of practice.

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Tye Johnson 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@greenoutdoormedia]

Thanks for a really good video! Keep up the good work 😊

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Green Outdoor Media 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@rutvikbhatt1972]

Love your work as always keep it up 👍love from India

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @RUTVIK BHATT 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@nikolaognjenovic743]

Well done, very usefull content 👌👌👌

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @nikola ognjenovic 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it usefull 👍👍👍

[@datwaytraveltv5224]

Great information 👍 as well as the footage, really nice. Subs up

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @datwaytraveltv 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@Lilly_2477]

This video was super helpful thank you!🤩Just got my first drone !!!

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Rashida Bello 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@drone.republic]

Very informative video and the sort of tips I wish someone would have given when I started out…! Hats off mate 👏🏻👏🏻

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @drone.republic 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@MukeshThakur]

Great video by far on drone cinematography ✌️

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @Mukesh Thakur 👍 Appreciate the feedback😃😃😃

[@ThreeDaysAway]

Mountains with fog - look as cinematic as possible, nice video

[@RCDronatic]

Great Video Neil

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @RCDronatic 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

[@marcink7999]

Thanks for this information buddy. This help me a lot. Nice explanation. 🤝👊

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @Marcin K 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@Shum_vetra]

Отличная подача материала. Прекрасная работа 🤩👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 продолжайте.

[@neilfisher]

Спасибо, @Шум ветра 😃 Я ценю ваш отзыв 👍👍👍

[@DeepankarDetrox]

One of the best drone tut vdos on CZcams! Great work! Also which drone did you use in this video?

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @DEEPANKAR DETROX👍 Appreciate the feedback😃This video features footage from a DJI Mavic 2 Pro and DJI Inspire 2 with a variety of focal lengths.

[@DeepankarDetrox]

@@neilfisher awesome!

[@dougsturgess2651]

Thank you.

[@quransound23]

Great video man 👌 , nice content , keep going

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @XaGamer ArtZ 👍 Appreciate the feedback😃😃😃

[@SinaTravel]

Very helpful video 🥰 thanks

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @SINA 😃 Appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it informative👍👍👍

[@DiyEcoProjects]

What a great video - thank you. More of those instructionals would be appreciated... 7:26 like your cute doggins too bro lol. You know what i find exciting about the prospect of drone footage is that suddenly not only are you looking for good composed shots, but youve moving through 3d space as well. "how will this lighthouse look if i fly up past this crag and up over to the sun" stuff like that. Maybe a mavic pro is the thing i need to save up for, take that to wales and scotland. Hmm :) Cheers

[@donnagould7834]

I love your dog. ❤ He looks my dog Cuda.

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @donnagould7834, happy to hear Cousteau has another fan out there - as well as a doppelganger or two 😃😃😃

[@Sulikowsky]

Don't mind me. I'm here to learn.
Soon I will have more subscribers than videos. And I have 26 videos 😂.
I have been flying drones for over 6 years but only recently start paying attention to camera settings, ND filters and other aspects of videography.
Thank you for sharing.

[@neilfisher]

Thanks @shortfuse 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

[@stanleytomasetti1074]

dope af

[@neilfisher]

Many thanks @stanleytomasetti1074 👍 Appreciate the feedback😃😃😃