One of the most powerful aspects of our Sony cameras is how easily they allow content creators to switch from photography to video and back. Cameras like the Sony Alpha 1 and Sony Alpha 7S III are equally at home on a high-end photo shoot as a documentary, movie or vlog setting. If you’re looking to get into filmmaking, vlogging or just adding a motion element to your visual skillset, check out this collection of YouTube channels. These creators share insights along with their the kind of content that makes us want to grab a camera and make something amazing. Also, check out the Sony Alpha Universe YouTube Channel for more gear tips, techniques and inspiration.

Want to up your content creation, vlogging or movie-making game? Check out this collection of YouTube channels for tips, insights and  inspiring visuals.

Paul Nicklen & Cristina Mittermeier – SeaLegacy

Sony Artisans Paul Nicklen and Cristina Mittermeier are co-founders of the nonprofit, SeaLegacy which uses imagery and storytelling to protect the ocean. Much of that storytelling is shared through their YouTube Channel. The SeaLegacy channel is a fantastic way to learn about the ocean and conservation efforts while being inspired by the premier filmmaking techniques Nicklen and Mittermeier use. For example, the short film below showcases a powerful way to include many voices in a short clip while keeping a cohesive story.

Chris Burkard

Sony Artisan Chris Burkard ia photographer, filmmaker and artist, based in California’s central coast. His work is layered by surf, outdoor, adventure lifestyle and travel subjects. In his director's reel below, Burkhard states that he is on a “crusade against the mundane,” using his storytelling to push himself outside of his comfort zone. His YouTube channel has trailers and full films from his award-winning body of work. It also has gear reviews and other lessons for aspiring filmmakers.

Brandon Li

Filmmaker Brandon Li creates energetic, award-winning short films. He also creates tutorials and answers questions about his gear and techniques on his YouTube Channel. Not only can you learn about his go to gear and how to maximize those tools for filmmaking. He also breaks down filmmaking techniques and theories into simplistic terms that can be tremendously helpful for aspiring filmmakers. The video below walks you through how to build a scene, rather than specific shots. And then he dives into how to make that scene evoke emotion. Li’s YouTube channel is a must-subscribe for any budding filmmaker! As a bonus, he also has short clips breaking down his Sony camera gear HERE.

Alan Lacy

Alan Lacy is a wildlife cameraman and documentary filmmaker. How YouTube channel, Filming the Wild, takes a behind the scenes look at what it takes to produce wildlife documentaries and natural history programming. Each episode is a journey into the wild, exploring the many challenges of getting the shots, and the adventure along the way. If your dream is to travel to exotic places and share stories of nature and animals - this channel is packed with information you will find useful!

Timmy Lodhi

Timmy Lodhi is a filmmaker based out of San Francisco with an emphasis on outdoor travel films, music videos, and documentaries. His YouTube channel is a mixture of short films and tutorials. If you’re looking to get more in depth information on color grading, cinema camera rigs, and editing techniques - Lodhi is your answer! We also love his cinematic creativity in the films he posts. Watch below as he shares his Sony FX6 cinema rig.