Canon T1i 500D Unboxing First Shoot FILM LOOK

[Nazivu]

i want this camera <33333333333

[Kyu1LL]

wow... very smooth focus.. that's one thing holding me back from using my t1i.. the "autofocus" sucks... maybe I should invest in a new lens and give it another try. I wish there was an affordable follow focus without having to buy some expensive / big unit

[TheVertigoInc]

Thumbs up if you recanized this from slumdog millionair!!!!!!!

[JazzellWilliams]

sooo the pics are awesome and the video is in HD? thats all i really want. i really wanted the t2i but im not like an awesome photographer. im a musician and i just wanna be able to make my own videos with good quality and take good quality pics. this camera is good for that?.. someone answer lmao

[poofoo80]

@JazzellWilliams I use this camera to shoot videos at my boyfriend's band shows. It does an amazing job in low light. I don't even know if it will autofocus, I always use the manual focus so the videos will look more creative. Click on my name and check out my videos of Mark Sala. They were all taken with this camera. My only complaint is that the sound quality isn't great if it is too loud. That means don't shoot right next to the speaker like I did (oops).

[Mandeologul]

Great movie, nice girl, peace man!

[dentalrepairs]

Beautiful work with the Takumar Asahi lens. It's definitely perfect for capturing dark scenes and people. Would love to see more videos with this lens. 

[JetkingQB]

nice video. im gone get this lens

[DarkShonobi]

nice.

[noonijo1997]

Hi nice video , I just have some questions ,, how were you using the focuse mode while you were using the video and which lens were you using ? and does the lens that comes with camera can do that or I have to buy a new one plz answer ASAP

Thank youu

[jpabst4321]

@noonijo1997 read.

[codja88]

I don't know if someone already asked but where is the music from anyways?

[dentalrepairs]

@codja88 This song is from Slumdog Millionaire, very emotion and a tear jerker, I've used it myself in a video.

[codja88]

@dentalrepairs ok thanks it really is a great sound

[lemmonsinmyeyes]

Hahahaha at 0:41 - 0:44 shes thinking: " Hay, looks like they are going on a date, thats awsome, all I get to do with em is stand in freezing cold so he can try out new camera" hahaha but awsome camera!!

[davidpizar]

esta impresionante tu video men CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! espero llegar a ese nivel de calidad ahora que me compre mi camara, ya que solo soy aficionado jeje

saludos

[farstarfilms]

jpabst4321

VERY CREATIVE VID CAN I GET THE SAME EFFECT WITH MY 18-55MM? AND IF SO WHAT ARE THE SETTINGS? THANKS SO MUCH !

[dentalrepairs]

@farstarfilms You have to use prime lenses to get footage like this at night. You will never go back to zoom when you invest in a 50mm F1.4 lens.

[GrindStreetMusic]

I love the Takumar 50mm f1.4 lens, but was wondering if there is a lens of comparable quality that also has the ability to zoom?

[tietie1424]

God she's pretty...

[TheElielDavid]

 Que vídeo Perfeito

[Vanklar]

Pretty nice vid, im definately getting my Canon 500D

[TehKitteh01]

Looks like something from a movie. Great job!

[eldaguinio]

nice video.. beautiful girl!!

[gruponemesis]

amazing video....im assuming manual focus?

dont know if the 50mm has autofocus....please elaborate...thanks in advance

[jpabst4321]

@gruponemesis manual focus; yes. there is no auto-focus to speak of on the 500/550d or the 7D for that matter. that is; during video mode. because the mirror/shutter is up, the traditional focus mode is inoperable. you can however use an automatic, contrast based focus that is not too good. you can read lots about this on the net if you want to know more...

[TheMitchigans]

I love the video. I found it looking up the canon T1i. I new to taking photos/videos. I have the NIkon D3000 and its become a little to basic for me now. Is this a good camera to move into you think? When i watched this video, this is exactly what i had in my mind to be making with the HD video aspect of the camera.

[elpatojon]

Hi there, I loved this video. Looking forward to get the T1i or the T2i. One question, did you use a color grading program for editing this video?

Thanks!

[jpabst4321]

@elpatojon I use Sony Vegas

[onitont]

SO GOOD!! so you have the canon 500d?? because i have the canon 400d and i really wanna make videos.. so i'm thinking of buying a 500d :)

would you recommend it??

xo

[jpabst4321]

@onitont I would suggest you wait, save a bit more, sell the 400 and buy the 550D

[justazvit]

ist greate !

[GenUeda]

music?

[jpabst4321]

@GenUeda AR Rahman ; Latika's Theme

[crazystrawberrymj]

witch program do you use?

[jpabst4321]

@crazystrawberrymj Sony Vegas

[jpabst4321]

@crazystrawberrymj Sony Vegas

[threeplusnine]

Very nice video, what format do the videos on this camera save to? I am a Mac user and will be using iMovie,

Thanks :)

[damicci]

@threeplusnine The videos can be imported directly into iphoto and I use adobe premiere cs3 to import those .mov files. the quality is still very good.

[Johnnycwb]

2:05 I see small hearts !

[GreenlandParadiseTV]

first video i have seen on youtube that has over 100 likes and no dislike!

[kindahall]

can you give me the artist (music) singer? please

[depelated]

There is this problem with the video...made it hard to focus...if you notice, its lining the video from left to right.

[BrightMidnightSky]

I watched this in 360p and it was still amazing. Great camera.

[biggyshack]

OMG!

first video i've seen on youtube that doesnt even have 1 dislike lol

[jpabst4321]

@biggyshack well, got the first dislike... maybe someone just wanted to be rude... or maybe they didn't like it... oh well, thanks for the comment!

[No1Richman]

@jpabst4321 It was me.

[bigbone38]

How do you get the background to be so blurry and have the persons face focused

Im using the t1i and the ef-s 18-55mm canon pls reply.

[jpabst4321]

@bigbone38 Can't do it w/ the stock lens; Think about getting the 50mm 1.8... if you want that look.

[bunnygrl]

This reminds me of those Match.com commercials. The video is really cool!

[TorkingWitles]

mind blank. What movie is this from!? D:

is this a good camera to film with?

[ufchitman]

Speechless, screw the camera..your visual story telling is amazing.

[sc0rpi0n0]

@jpabst4321 Bigger sensor won't decrease the depth of field. In fact, it increases the DoF, as the lens would need to get larger proportional to the sensor size. To get more light in, more sensitive, more expensive type of sensor could be used.

[oirasrodrigues]

my friend wants to kno if you are single ps nice job on the vid blends nice with the heartwarming music

[SonofSivadas]

hey whats the bg track called???

[yovani28]

This vid is rlly Awesome(: quality is great, and the song its beautiful :3

there is not even 1 dislike yet... Great JOb =D [Canon T1i<3]

[amilldevil107]

I think I am in love with this video.....fair beautiful

[NeedToSmile]

what settings did you have to make inorder to get this quality? I love it!! I just ordered a t1i and i need to learn how to use it ;)

thanks!

[jacosborne14]

What is that song Called?

[JarvisJesseT]

Very nice model for the video. I don't know what she is talking about or why she is smiling, but she looks very happy. Very nice!

[nerdgurlproductions]

niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiic­e

[wahoobass]

I love the bit from 0:00 to 2:35.

[OfficialKOABMedia]

@wahoobass agreed

[rutskell]

yeahhhhh



[rutskell]

=)goddddddddddd

[rutskell]

yeah !is a good Video=) pretty girl

[AiDz0r]

FrameRate?

[apathy1992]

that was awesome, i was planning on buying this camera especially because of the video capabilities but didnt know how well it shot video but this looks great

[YaBoyKhalilTv]

@apathy1992 How much is it?? cuz i saw it was for 500 but idk if it was exactly thi scamera it just said (Canon EOS Rebel T1i Digital SLR Camera)

[lovedale6666]

love it... :) n also the ar rahman` music :)

[hallecats]

I really enjoyed the music. Great Model. Lovely Bokeh.

[someonefromuk]

WOW :O Amazing .... Really well done :D

[justinartcore]

OMG dude , soo EPIC <3

[tvidt]

how do you upload video from 500d to youtube?

[JustThatGirI]

This is so pretty.

[VidPro95]

Do you know how to lower the depth of field for this camera for video?

[Gdschild]

Your so cool because your from Chicago! =) Beautiful site already..so this is the Canon right? not the KissX3. On a scale of 1-10 how much would you rate it? Also how much did it cost?

[juleslice257]

I film with the T1i and only the standard kit lens, what settings would you suggest to get the most visibility at night?

[jpabst4321]

@juleslice257 If that's the only lens you have, shoot at 18mm wide open. That's the best you can do for night.

[cwhipps22]

Lotta love in those eyes. GREAT MUSIC.

[oxoxadorkablexoxo]

very wonderful video :]

the woman in it is beautiful.

[angerock49]

you make that girl beautiful !

[angerock49]

what is the music please ? ^^

[antoniofmachado]

@angerock49 "Dreams On Fire" (Slumdog Millionaire Soundtrack - #12) 

[TheWideSmile]

Take off the filter next time.

The video is amazing. I love it. I can't wait to try my T1i on video. I've always taken still pictures. Time to try some video.

[maltazep]

Wow this video made me decide to get the 500d, The ideas and shots are soo simple yet very very impressive and emotional, plus the music is perfect. (for those asking what is the music in this video, it is from Slumdog Millionaire's soundtrack and this particular clip is called Latika's Theme if I am not wrong)

[monosagitario]

Amaizing!!!!!!!

Guys, ok with the quality of the camera, but the real job it's the idea and the artistic work of jpabst4321!!!! You can buy the camera but not the idea.

[jrm637]

I LOVE this video. I just bought the Canon T1i and this video solidified my choice. I've gotta get that lens you used. The Takumar 50mm f1.4... wow, incredible. Best video on the beauty of a lens on youtube, bro! Thanks for posting it!

[DarkoBWM]

Link to the lens you shot this with? Thanks.

[belynochka]

girl super, ферштейн )))

первый ролик который понравился- снятый в стиле зеркалки (так все снимают) видимо заразно, смотрится приятно девушка красивая,

похожа на мою подружку.

[Shideh8]

i got it today its veryyyyyyyyyyyyy very awesome! ive been playing with it the entire day! :D i just donno how to work with it entirely plus how can i have the video auto focus?

[xXHappyxAssXx]

what's the music? love your little film, very cute.

[CovanentFilms]

how can you tell if a lens would be able to mount onto this camera or not? it might be a stupid question but im contemplating buying a new lens and there are so many options! i love the depth of field on the 50mm so i MUST have one but im not sure how to know whether or not it would fit. Again i hope its not to silly a thing to ask :P help would be greatly appreaciated :) GREAT VID!

[jpabst4321]

@CovanentFilms get Canon EOS lenses... like the 50mm f1.8 for about 90bucks.

[batty505]

@CovanentFilms if you have a canon DSLR, depending on the make and model, full frame or APS-C, most lenses are optimized for a specific cmos sensor.

You should be fine with the nifty fifty, or Canon EF 50mm. I like the F1.8..

good luck. btw, great vid!

[yeseverymomentcounts]

This is very impressive considering the lighting was as low as you mention. Also, congratulations on having such a pretty girl willing to allow you to make this test video using her as the subject, she's a real beauty. Can this camera auto focus in video mode? How long can you shoot video continuously before it stops recording? Also, is the Canon EOS Rebel T2i and the Canon 500D one same camera? Thanks again. I'm considering getting this soon, depends on recording length.

[jpabst4321]

@yeseverymomentcounts Thank you for all of your generous comments. This camera can 'sort of ' autofucus durning video mode. It will not focus smoothly like a video camera, and it will not focus unless you hit the button to tell it to. It will then zoom in, zoom out looking for the right focus spot. It will not be a 'pretty focusing'... Regarding clip time; your clips will be at least 12 minutes depending on settings and whether the 550D(t2i) or 500D(t1i). They are not the same camera.

[jpabst4321]

@yeseverymomentcounts I suggest getting the T2i. It is an all around better camera with more bells and whistles and true Full HD. Because it can shoot 24p and obtain higher ISO values, it also performs better than the T1i in low light situations. Cheers.

[plutomok]

hey is there a relatively cheap small steadycam available for the t1i/ t2i ? could you possibly reply back with a link ?

[jpabst4321]

@plutomok the answer is no, there is not a cheap steadycam... you can google DIY steadycam, but, you are likely out of luck

[idegeo]

using magic bullet plugin ? or other color corretion ?

[LinkThatLove]

can it look like this without the lenses?

[skjawwad]

what is the name of the soundtrack to this video?

[farstarfilms]

like what you can do let me know if your in the NY area?? on yahoo messenger my user name is marcmarchany

[farstarfilms]

great work, takumar, what the exact model number and speed ?? Thnaks

[sebipayne]

Takumar? Nice! :)

[mlkjml]

very nice

[zenoist2]

PS m42 lenses are manual focus only., so you'll have to keep turning the focus ring.

[zenoist2]

Its a pentax takumar.

In irder of earliest first takumar , super takumar and SMC (supermulti coated) Takumar, the latest and generally considered the best.

For a 35mm slr pentax film camera.

Old m42 screw thread probably but they did make pentax pk bayonet fitting ones,

The 50mm f1.4 is a very good lens but getting pricey now on ebay.

All the takumar range are top quality lenses and well worth getting hold of.

[farstarfilms]

is this a Nikon lens?

[jpabst4321]

no, this is a takumar

[farstarfilms]

@jpabst4321

what is a takumar ?? and what is the model?

[delavegaz6]

Did you use some kind of steadicam here? Thanks!

[jpabst4321]

no, this is all handheld.

[jpabst4321]

however, i have used the T1i with steadicam, and that can been seen in my video, redbox.

[Heli0]

im in tears man great job.

[princeword]

a beautiful video, love the shots in and out of focus and the music to it!

me likes, and me wants

[guitarist1616]

Great video! very nice music!

The model is very cute too!

Loved it!

[ThePikoowx]

Stunning ! I like the depth of field ; Also great music choice it fits very well

[peterfrida]

Jaa jaa ja good Geman glas diferent colors panaflex and super sharpness Holywood /barandow

[peterfrida]

I got stuck with 20 old lensess from ebay, Just turn your kit lens bacvard, to disingage the contacts, or put tape over the big contact +, If you donot want loose it, This is before 550D and sing pettition for FIRMWARE UPGRATE FOR 500D Thanks

[jpabst4321]

sure, but it's not just about 'manual lens settings' it's about aperture speed. you can't get a new f1.4 for under 100 bucks...

[soundofagun]

Where did you get the lens from? I'm having a hard time tracking one down to check it out. Absolutely stunning video + model might I add! : p

[jpabst4321]

check out ebay... for old lenses.

[amarbir22]

I want this camera so so so bad !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Love your video shooting skills :)

[domnahl]

Amazing video. Love the music selection as well.

[qrkyboy]

it captures what is like to live always surrounded by ppl yet feel more lonely than ever

[chowmonkey2002]

Great sample.. Really great.. Going to buy the 550D when available..

[jpabst4321]

thanks, and yes, if I could do over, I would also get the 550D.

[chowmonkey2002]

Bit more options.. But your footage already looks awesome.. I currently own the 5D which I wanna keep.. Getting the 550D as backup and because of the video options..

[SecretDimension]

AMAZING! I want this camera so badly...

[Erickjm89]

what lens did you use for this video, its soo beautiful, i must have watched it 5 times already.

[jpabst4321]

This is also the first time I have used my Takumar 50mm f1.4 and I'm definitely loving the shallow depth of field. This camera, along with a fast prime can practically see in the dark

[Erickjm89]

this is a beautiful video and a great inspiration. you did an amazing job. i was wondering, what lens did you use for this.

[delavegaz6]

Hi, me again. How many minutes of video recording fit in a SD card of 4gb or 8gb approximately? The battery has good autonomy? How many photos can be taken before it gets out of charge? (approximately)

Many thanks again!

[delavegaz6]

What's the song name? Thanks!

[jpabst4321]

latika's theme ; a.r. rahman

[HackerX5]

Yeah Latika was a character from the movie, Slumdog Millionaire.

[spartin215]

WOW this was AMAZING!! i want this camera so bad now

[JavaManEntertainment]

did u hear, they got a t2i now, and its 18.1 mp just like the canon 7d but for half the price except it doesn't go 6fps only half 3.7fps

[spartin215]

half the price so half the fps :P

[JavaManEntertainment]

but the hd video improve supports 1080p @ 24, 25, and 30 fps instead of t1i's 20fps.....Manual video exposure is also available and has external mic input. video is similar to canon 7d but not the 6.7fps burst mode, idk review this t2i on google vs t1i

[sam19ny1]

Whats the name of the song?

[dimono87]

Hi, Buy Polarized Lenses!

[jpabst4321]

the polarization coatings are usually worn off these old lenses... however, one thing you can do, which i have since done, is get a coated lens filter. but you are almost always going to run into that problem with 30 year old lenses.

[WiseGuest]

If you already have a polarization filter but isn't the same size than lens provided, only one thing you can do is to buy some proper adapter to wear on old lens on side where filter should set (of course, when having a proper threading to stack one another).

[WiseGuest]

You are PROFESSIONALLY in love with her :), I say.

Amazing compilation!

Man, you've done a cinematographic work!

[WiseGuest]

Remark.

I know how it starts to work, but i have not proper camera. Only have Canon 450D, old manual lenses with similar DOF with wide opened aperture but without the main - the video capturing :(.

But there is a decision. There is some program (I use it once when found on Web) that recorded at the computer disk a video file. It have captured from the Live View window by USB connector till reaching the file size given by programmers.

[romeofoever]

I'm interested, I have both the t1i and the f/1.8. How do you get the shallow DOF during video? Does the cam automatically adjust the DOF or do you set an aperture and then turn the lens to disconnect the contacts like some people do?

[jpabst4321]

Well, the Canon 50 f1.8 is not a manual aperture lens and to get the most shallow depth of field you need to set your aperture to f1.8. The lens I have has manual aperture; in order to do it on the new Canon you would have to twist the lens like you mentioned to break the contact.

[fruitflyproductions]

why don't you just TRY this yourself instead of asking the obvious?

[romeofoever]

Cause I didnt know how. No need to be a douchebg about fruitcake.

[PieFaceRecords]

Man, that's some great footage! I have just bought the 500D as my first SLR after using a Fujifilm S9500 for a couple of years and it is the ideal step up for me. I could not agree more with your comments about the faster lens for low light video. I was a little disappointed with 18-55 kit lens in low light and have just got the 50mm F1.8 and the difference is amazing. What other settings dd use use? (Picture style etc.)

PS Great blog too!

[jpabst4321]

Thanks a lot for the nice words. The 50mm is a great little lens. To answer the question below; there's not a huge, huge difference between the Canon f1.8 and f1.4; the 1.8 is cheaper, and is made cheaper, but the added benefit in terms of light is nil. However, if you own the T1i and not the 7D, I would venture to say that the f1.8 lens is JUST FINE; you like saving money. Settings; there are more at my blog ... and apply to the 5D, T1i or the 7D, just scroll down to 7D Film Look

[PieFaceRecords]

Thanks, I'll take a bit more time to read through the blog for some tips. Would have loved to have got the 1.4 lens but am really happy with the one I got and the difference in price will soon get spent on SD cards!

[delavegaz6]

Thank you. Where can I get it for that price? Are there any main differences between f1.8 and f1.4? Thanks!

[delavegaz6]

Many thanks. If I film with the kit lens, I would get a quality like this?

[jpabst4321]

The real answer is yes and no. The kit lens is pretty 'slow' with an f stop around 4, which means, yeah quality will be the same during the day, but you would not get this quality at night in these low-light conditions. For this you will need a lens that has an f-stop of f2 or faster.

[jpabst4321]

For less than 100 dollars you can pick up the Canon 50mm f1.8... I recommend buying the T1i body only and then getting the 50mm 1.8 instead; but that's just me.

[delavegaz6]

Hi, great video! Were you using the kit lens? (18-55mm). Was it in auto mode? Many thanks!

[jpabst4321]

No, no kit lens; some more info to the right and at the blog. Thanks for the comments. I have the 18-55 and it's a fine lens, but I don't really use it much for video; I like the DOF of the faster lenses, and if I'm not mistaken the 18-55 starts at f3.+

[TFbird]

What lens have been used?

[lovemyguitarlomo]

The quality just like movie!!

[jpabst4321]

Thanks for commenting.

[lelandlelandleland]

I have just bought the t1i, and I cannot wait to use the video!!

Your video was beyond amazing--it should be used to sell this camera, or any camera with HD video--it really says "HEY, I should invest in a good camera so that I can document my life in such a beautiful, creative way". A+

[creativeabzy]

V nice video guys...Have been goin thru the videos which has been shot by CANOIN 500D... Coz..my parents have bought this camera for me .. and im waiting for it to get deliver here in my hostel :D...

DAMN NICE VIDEO and I HAVE ALREADY FALLEN iN LOVE WITH THIS CAMERA.

[16356518]

same, hahah lol

[wwwfivepuddlescom]

Nice short. Well done.

[nazos618]

great video with wonderful girl and photographer like u...i really like it...just bought mine too... =)

[jpabst4321]

Cheers to you; I highly recommend getting a better lens than the kit lens.