NJ Real Estate Video Walk Through – best equipment to use

In this video I show the digital mirrorless camera and handheld stabilizer I utilize when creating professional New Jersey Real Estate walk through videos.  It is important to use quality equipment and good technique for filming a property.  The quality of the final production will reflect on the home, the homeowner, the listing agent, the brokerage, and also the camera operator.

Are you a FSBO, VRBO, or Realtor looking for professional real estate videography in Northern New Jersey? Get in touch with me today for a free quote.  I also work on commercial properties.

Dave Blinder
Denville, NJ
973-727-2037
dave@daveblinder.com

Equipment showcase in this video:
Panasonic Lumix GH4 4K Mirrorless Camera
Laowa 7.5mm F/2.0 Lens (lightweight version)
Ikan MS1 Beholder Gimbal

 

Here is a look at the end product – http://njhomephotos.com/bloomingdale-nj-real-estate-video-walk-through/

Bloomingdale NJ Real Estate Video Walk Through

Real Estate Video Walk Through

Taken recently in Northern New Jersey

Filmed with the Lumix GH4 + Laowa 7.5mm lens

Stabilized by the Beholder DS1 Gimbal

Edited in Pinnacle Studio 21

Are you a FSBO, VRBO, or Realtor looking for professional real estate videography in Northern New Jersey? Get in touch with me today for a free quote.

Dave Blinder
Denville, NJ
973-727-2037
dave@daveblinder.com

Bloomingdale NJ Living Room

Passaic County NJ Real Estate Photographer
Bright Living Room in Bloomingdale NJ

Location:
Bloomingdale
Passaic County
New Jersey

Description:
A bright living room in Bloomingdale NJ I recently photographed.  This photograph is a two image composite consisting of one flash frame as well as one ambient frame.  My goal was to capture the natural sheen while holding detail on the lamp and window highlights.

What I like most about this room:
I love the modern wall paint color and also the brightly toned flooring.  The clean white molding and window sills really make the picture pop.

Camera equipment utilized:
Canon 100D DSLR
Canon EF-S 10-18mm IS Lens
Canon Speedlite 580EX II
Manfrotto 055xDB tripod
MHXPRO-BHQ2 XPRO ballhead

Software processing:
Adobe Lightroom CC
Adobe Photoshop CC

Are you a FSBO, VRBO, or Realtor looking for professional real estate photography in Northern New Jersey?  Get in touch with me today for a free quote.

Dave Blinder
Denville, NJ
973-727-2037
dave@daveblinder.com

Montville Dining Room

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Montville Dining Room

Location:
Montville
Morris County
New Jersey

Description:
A bright condominium dining room in Montville NJ I photographed for a real estate listing.  This photograph is a two image composite consisting of one flash frame as well as one ambient frame.  My goal was to equalize the exposure to show how bright and clean this condo is.

What I like most about this room:
I love the uncluttered layout and smart use of space.  The hardwood floors are in great shape and the living area has a high ceiling which make the unit look even larger than it is.

Camera equipment utilized:
Canon 100D DSLR
Canon EF-S 10-18mm IS Lens
Canon Speedlite 580EX II
Manfrotto 055xDB tripod
MHXPRO-BHQ2 XPRO ballhead

Software processing:
Adobe Lightroom CC
Adobe Photoshop CC

Are you a FSBO, VRBO, or Realtor looking for professional real estate photography in Northern New Jersey?  Get in touch with me today for a free quote.

Dave Blinder
Denville, NJ
973-727-2037
dave@daveblinder.com

Sunny Day at Indian Lake in Denville

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Sunny Day at Indian Lake in Denville

Location:
Indian Lake
Denville Township
Morris County
New Jersey

Description:
This photo was taken earlier this summer when I was out and about in Denville NJ for Real Estate Listing Photography.  It can be important to show neighborhood amenities when marketing a home for sale.  In this case, the house is just opposite of Indian Lake.

What I like most about this shot:
I love the blue skies and also the scattered happy little cumulus clouds.  I was also fortunate to be photographing the beach before it got crowded.

Camera equipment utilized:
Canon SL1 100D DSLR
Canon EF-S 10-18mm IS Lens
Manfrotto 055xDB tripod
MHXPRO-BHQ2 XPRO ballhead

Software processing:
Adobe Lightroom CC
Adobe Photoshop CC

Are you a FSBO, VRBO, or Realtor looking for professional real estate photography in Northern New Jersey?  Get in touch with me today for a free quote.

Dave Blinder
Denville, NJ
973-727-2037
dave@daveblinder.com

Southwest-styled Bathroom in Parsippany

Morris County NJ Real Estate Photographer
Southwest-styled Bathroom in Parsippany

Location:
Lake Parsippany
Morris County
New Jersey

Description:
A tiled bathroom in Parsippany Troy-Hills NJ I photographed for a real estate listing.  This photograph is a two image composite consisting of one flash frame as well as one ambient frame.  My goal was to highlight the colors and tones of this unique bathroom.

What I like most about this room:
I love the contrast of the deep orange tub against the bright warm tiles on the walls.  The custom mirror helps tie the room together.

Camera equipment utilized:
Canon 100D DSLR
Canon EF-S 10-18mm IS Lens
Canon Speedlite 580EX II
Manfrotto 055xDB tripod
MHXPRO-BHQ2 XPRO ballhead

Software processing:
Adobe Lightroom CC
Adobe Photoshop CC

Are you a FSBO, VRBO, or Realtor looking for professional real estate photography in Northern New Jersey?  Get in touch with me today for a free quote.

Dave Blinder
Denville, NJ
973-727-2037
dave@daveblinder.com

Morris Plains Bedroom

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A simple but beautiful bedroom in Morris Plains NJ

Location:
Morris Plains
Morris County
New Jersey

Description:
A master bedroom in Morris Plains NJ I photographed for a real estate listing.  This photograph is a two image composite consisting of one flash frame as well as one ambient frame.  My goal was to capture the rich hardwood tones of the flooring and furniture.

What I like most about this room:
I love the complimentary tones of the flooring, bed, and also the cabinetry.  The large windows also allow a ton of natural light to spill into this bedroom.

Camera equipment utilized:
Canon 100D DSLR
Canon EF-S 10-18mm IS Lens
Canon Speedlite 580EX II
Manfrotto 055xDB tripod
MHXPRO-BHQ2 XPRO

Software processing:
Adobe Lightroom CC
Adobe Photoshop CC

Are you a FSBO, VRBO, or Realtor looking for professional real estate photography in Northern New Jersey?  Get in touch with me today for a free quote.

Dave Blinder
Denville, NJ
973-727-2037
dave@daveblinder.com

Replace a gray sky with a blue sky

This is a short tutorial on my favorite technique for swapping out a gray or white sky for a blue sky in Adobe Photoshop. I use the Select Color Range function as well as the Pen Tool to select, delete, and replace overexposed sky portions of my image.

In my experience vivid yet realistic images help a Real Estate listing stand out more which can ultimately get more buyers interested in the home. Let me know if you have any questions or comments on the techniques show in this tutorial.

Are you a FSBO, VRBO, or Realtor looking for professional real estate photography in Northern New Jersey? Get in touch with me today for a free quote.

Dave Blinder
Denville, NJ
973-727-2037
dave@daveblinder.com

Bright Living Room in Morris County

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Bright living room in Montville NJ

Location:
Montville
Morris County
New Jersey

Description:
An updated living room in Montville I photographed for a real estate listing.  This photograph is a two image composite consisting of one flash frame as well as one ambient frame.  My goal was to capture the beautiful glow of the window light while retaining detail in other portions of the image.

What I like most about this room:
In my opinion the bright tones of the walls, furniture, and flooring are complimented perfectly by the abundance of natural window light.  I also like how the space flows seamlessly from the sitting area to the dining room.

Camera equipment utilized:
Canon 100D DSLR
Canon EF-S 10-18mm IS Lens
Canon Speedlite 580EX II
Manfrotto 055xDB tripod
MHXPRO-BHQ2 XPRO

Software processing:
Adobe Lightroom CC
Adobe Photoshop CC

Are you a FSBO, VRBO, or Realtor looking for professional real estate photography in Northern New Jersey?  Get in touch with me today for a free quote.

Dave Blinder
Denville, NJ
973-727-2037
dave@daveblinder.com

Screened Deck in Denville

Screened Deck Photograph
Screened Deck in Denville

Location:
Denville
Morris County
New Jersey

Description:
This photo is part of a set of 25 real estate photographs taken on a recent listing shoot in Denville NJ, in the Indian Lake subdivision to be precise.  Shooting any angle where bright sunlight and shadow meet can be very challenging for a real estate photographer whose goal is to show detail throughout the entire home.

For this capture, I set the exposure bracketing on my Canon SL1 to +/- 2 full stops of exposure compensation and set the camera timer while my DSLR sat atop my tripod.  This triggered 3 consecutive shots which were merged into my HDR (High Dynamic Range) final picture to tone the challenging contrast levels of the scene.

What I like most about this space:
What’s better than a large deck for entertaining friends and family?  A large screened deck for entertaining friends and family!  This backyard setup looks especially great for barbecues as it allows space for outdoor grilling while shielding people and food from the threat of mosquitoes.

Camera equipment utilized:
Canon SL1 DSLR
Canon 10-18mm IS lens
Canon Speedlite 580EX II
Manfrotto 055xDB tripod
MHXPRO-BHQ2 XPRO

Software processing:
Adobe Lightroom CC
Adobe Photoshop CC

Are you a FSBO, VRBO, or Realtor looking for professional real estate photography in Northern New Jersey?  Get in touch with me today for a free quote.

Dave Blinder
Denville, NJ
973-727-2037
dave@daveblinder.com