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How To Use a Tripod for Vlogging
Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
As you grow into a serious vlogger, a tripod will become an essential piece of equipment. You can get by for a long time setting your camera up on a stack of books, or an upside-down laundry hamper, but not forever. While these setups are great for a beginner, an intermediate vlogger will start to find them limiting. Even if you are an amazingly creative person who can create any camera setup without a tripod there will come a point where you will decide your creative energy is better spent on your video content.
This article will explain how to use a tripod and then introduce you to four different types.
Part 1: How To Set a Tripod for Vlogging
1. Setting Up Your Tripod
Step 1 – Pull out all three legs of your tripod and make sure it is standing stably. There will be tensioners on the legs which you can release in order to adjust your height. Once your legs are extended to the height you want continue adjusting them until your tripod is level. Some tripods have a built in bubble level, but if yours does not you can use a separate bubble level or make a guestimate.
Make sure when you are setting up your tripod that you point one of its legs towards your subject. This will give you room to stand behind your camera, in-between the other two legs. If you have one leg pointed directly behind your camera then you may trip over it. Or, you may knock over and damage your camera.
Step 2 – On the top of your tripod there will be a plate with a small hole and a screw. Remove this plate using either a clip or lever, depending on your tripod. Once your plate is detached screw it into the bottom of your camera. It should be tight, but not too tight or you risk damaging your camera.
Step 3 – Attach your plate, which now has your camera mounted to it, back onto your tripod.
Your tripod comes with a ‘head’. Your tripod’s head is what your camera is mounted on top of. There are several different types of tripod heads and mounts which are all useful for different things.
Ball Heads and Pan/Tilt Heads are the two most common types of tripod heads. Ball Heads allow you to adjust your camera’s position quite a bit before you start shooting. They are not good for adding in camera movements while you are filming, however, because you need to lock them in place. Pan/Tilt heads are great for creating camera movement. Most Pan/Tilt heads have a handle which you can use to make a smooth panning motion.
Part 2: Why Do You Need a Tripod: Benefits of Using Tripod
Why can’t you just hold a camera in your hand while shooting vlog entries for your YouTube channel? Honestly, you can, but the camera may shake a lot and your footage might end up being unusable. Putting a camera on a tripod reduces the probability of camera shake to the minimum and that is just the tip of the iceberg.
A huge amount of vlogs can be described as sit down videos, in which the host of the video sits in front of a camera and talks to the audience. Holding a camera while talking or trying to present a product to the viewers is next to impossible, so in order to avoid having to deal with a camera, you can simply put it on a tripod, find the best angle, and push the record button.
On the go videos, are recorded at exterior locations, and a lot of YouTubers choose to shoot these types of videos handheld, but this approach makes it difficult to maintain the same shot composition for long. A Monopod, Gorillapod or just a simple selfie stick can make your job much easier because they stabilize the camera. In addition, shooting smooth panning shots without a tripod is as difficult as it sounds.
Part 3: A Few Things You’ll Need to Consider Before You Buy a Tripod
There are thousands of different tripod models you can use for vlogging, but which model you’re going to choose depends mostly on the type of vlog you want to make. If you are planning on shooting all of your videos in the studio-like conditions, then portability isn’t such an important feature, while quite the opposite is true if you intend on filming all of your footage on outdoor locations.
However, there are certain traits you have to consider when choosing a tripod you’re going to use while recording your vlog entries.
Sturdiness: There is absolutely no point in spending money on a tripod that breaks easily. Although if your plan is to shoot vlogs at home or in a studio, then buying a cheaper plastic tripod isn’t such a bad option, since the clamps and joints won’t have to endure a lot of wear and tear. Consider buying a more durable tripod if you are going to be traveling a lot while working on your vlogs.
The Type of Camera: A number of factors can contribute to the weight of a camera, including battery grips or lenses, so before you buy a tripod make sure that it can support the weight of the camera you want to use to record your videos.
The Maximum Height: Most vloggers don’t really have to worry about how tall their tripod is, because they are not on their feet in any of the shots featured in the video. Vloggers working on DIY videos, cooking tutorials or any other type of vlog that involves movement and action should pay attention to this trait.
Photo or Video Tripods: Do you want to take beautiful panning shots? If the answer is yes then you should get a video tripod that enables you to move the camera smoothly in any direction. Photo tripods are a great option for static shots that don’t involve a lot of camera movement.
Mobility: The heavier a tripod is, the more stability it can provide, but carrying a tripod that weighs over 10 pounds to shoot sports or adventure vlogs can be a tiring endeavor. Although portability is a factor, it shouldn’t prevent you from buying a high-quality tripod that will ensure your footage is perfectly smooth and stable.
Part 4: 4 Types of Tripods
Full-Sized Tripods: are very sturdy, and as a result can be fairly heavy. Although you can take them a lot of places they are not convenient to carry for extended periods of time. They are the most reliable way to ensure you have absolutely no camera shake.
Compact Tripods: appear to be the same size as Full-Sized tripods, but they are actually much lighter. You can get the same height with a Compact Tripod as a Full-Sized tripod and it will be much easier to travel with. However, Compact Tripods are not as stable. If you are shooting for an extended period of time you may need to weigh your Compact Tripod down with sandbags to keep it steady.
Gorillapods: have flexible legs which can be wrapped around posts, fences, or anything else you may want to mount your camera on. They are also lightweight enough that you can carry them around while you shoot. If you bend it right you can essentially use your Gorillapod as a heavy-duty selfie-stick for your camera.
Table-Top Tripods: are very small and easy to travel with. You can leave one in your camera bag or your glove box. Table-Top Tripods are meant to be set up on top of desks or other stable surfaces and may not be ideal for heavier cameras.
Part 5: The 5 Best Tripods For YouTube Vlogging
Even if you know everything there is to know about tripods, the selection process can be daunting. That’s why we’ve shortlisted the top 5 tripods on the market, in an effort to make finding the right tripod for your vlog videos as quick an easy as it can possibly be. Let’s have a look.
1. CamRah Smartphone Tripod
Price: $24.99
An increasing number of Smartphones features powerful cameras that can record videos at high resolutions. Unfortunately, most iPhones and Android devices are lightweight, which makes it difficult to hold them perfectly still while shooting a video. CamRah Smartphone Tripod offers a perfect solution to this problem because it is easy to pack and you can carry it wherever you go, without needing the extra space.
It weighs just 0.6lbs and it is 10.8 inches tall. The tripod has a maximum load of 11lbs which means that besides Smartphones, you can also mount action cameras, webcams, or even smaller DSLR cameras onto it. The flexible legs made from high-density foam offer stability even when the CamRah Tripod is placed on an uneven surface.
Pros:
- Easily portable
- Affordable
- Jaws technology provides an extra strong grip of the camera
Cons:
- The tripod’s legs can’t be extended
- Can’t be used with professional cameras
2. Manfrotto Mini Travel Tripod
Price: $34.99
Yet another great option for shooting vlogs with a Smartphone. The Manfrotto Mini Travel Tripod kit is also an excellent choice for all vloggers who shoot their videos with compact cameras. The tripod weighs just 0.51lbs and it is 5.31 inches tall, which makes it a perfect travel companion. However, it can’t support cameras heavier than 2.2lbs, so you have to carefully choose the camera you want to put on this tripod.
The tripod’s rotatable head features a lock button that enables you to fix the camera at a certain position and to shoot a video from an angle you selected. You can’t extend the legs on this tripod so shooting high angle shots is not an option.
Pros:
- Small and durable
- Allows you to mount almost any Smartphone model
- Compatible with compact cameras
Cons:
- Limits your shot selection
- Tripod’s legs can’t be extended
3. Joby Gorilla Pod
Price: $22.50
This tripod is a superstar in the vlogging community because it is flexible, easy to set up and it fits into a pocket. Joby Gorilla Pod’s legs are segmented, so you can freely choose an angle from which you want to shoot, without having to worry about the camera’s stability. You can use this tripod on flat and uneven surfaces equally effectively.
Joby Gorilla weighs just 1lbs and its maximum height 11.6 inches, which makes it perfectly suited for talking heads videos. Using this tripod while you are on the go is also an option if you have a camera that weighs less than 3lbs.
Pros:
- Highly adjustable
- Sturdy and Lightweight
- Made from stainless steel
Cons:
- Can’t be used for panning shots
- Legs can be extended for just one inch
4. Manfrotto Compact Action Tripod
Price: $64.49
If you love shooting your vlogs at night or if you simply want a tripod you can use in the studio an outdoor conditions, then Manfrotto’s Compact Action Tripod is one the best options you have at your disposal. The ergonomic head features a mounting plate that is easy to use and which provides a perfect grip of a camera.
This tripod is designed to be used with consumer-level DSLR cameras, but you can use it to shoot videos with almost all types of cameras. The Compact Action Tripod has a maximum height of 51.57 inches, and it can’t hold cameras heavier than 3.30lbs.
Pros:
- Suitable for both photography and video
- Great for outdoor use
- Allows you to take a wide variety of shots
Cons:
- Can’t support a lot of weight
- Not perfectly suited for professional-level cameras
5. Magnus VT-4000 Fluid Head Tripod
Price: $159.95
Experienced vloggers who record their videos with professional cameras, will enjoy using the Magnus VT-4000 Fluid Head Tripod. The 59-inch tall tripod can support as much as 8.8lbs of weight, and it is designed to help you create perfectly stable shots. The superb panning and tilting option enable you to move your camera freely while recording smooth shots, free of camera shakes.
The quick release mounting plate is compatible with a wide range of cameras, so you can experiment and work with several different cameras while using the same tripod. You can hardly make a mistake if you choose to buy this tripod because you’ll be able to use it to record vlogs at interior and exterior locations.
Pros:
- Easily adjustable to any surface
- Perfect for high angle shots
- Heavy-duty locks
Cons:
- Weighs 7.9lbs
- Not the best choice for action and adventure vlogs
Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
As you grow into a serious vlogger, a tripod will become an essential piece of equipment. You can get by for a long time setting your camera up on a stack of books, or an upside-down laundry hamper, but not forever. While these setups are great for a beginner, an intermediate vlogger will start to find them limiting. Even if you are an amazingly creative person who can create any camera setup without a tripod there will come a point where you will decide your creative energy is better spent on your video content.
This article will explain how to use a tripod and then introduce you to four different types.
Part 1: How To Set a Tripod for Vlogging
1. Setting Up Your Tripod
Step 1 – Pull out all three legs of your tripod and make sure it is standing stably. There will be tensioners on the legs which you can release in order to adjust your height. Once your legs are extended to the height you want continue adjusting them until your tripod is level. Some tripods have a built in bubble level, but if yours does not you can use a separate bubble level or make a guestimate.
Make sure when you are setting up your tripod that you point one of its legs towards your subject. This will give you room to stand behind your camera, in-between the other two legs. If you have one leg pointed directly behind your camera then you may trip over it. Or, you may knock over and damage your camera.
Step 2 – On the top of your tripod there will be a plate with a small hole and a screw. Remove this plate using either a clip or lever, depending on your tripod. Once your plate is detached screw it into the bottom of your camera. It should be tight, but not too tight or you risk damaging your camera.
Step 3 – Attach your plate, which now has your camera mounted to it, back onto your tripod.
Your tripod comes with a ‘head’. Your tripod’s head is what your camera is mounted on top of. There are several different types of tripod heads and mounts which are all useful for different things.
Ball Heads and Pan/Tilt Heads are the two most common types of tripod heads. Ball Heads allow you to adjust your camera’s position quite a bit before you start shooting. They are not good for adding in camera movements while you are filming, however, because you need to lock them in place. Pan/Tilt heads are great for creating camera movement. Most Pan/Tilt heads have a handle which you can use to make a smooth panning motion.
Part 2: Why Do You Need a Tripod: Benefits of Using Tripod
Why can’t you just hold a camera in your hand while shooting vlog entries for your YouTube channel? Honestly, you can, but the camera may shake a lot and your footage might end up being unusable. Putting a camera on a tripod reduces the probability of camera shake to the minimum and that is just the tip of the iceberg.
A huge amount of vlogs can be described as sit down videos, in which the host of the video sits in front of a camera and talks to the audience. Holding a camera while talking or trying to present a product to the viewers is next to impossible, so in order to avoid having to deal with a camera, you can simply put it on a tripod, find the best angle, and push the record button.
On the go videos, are recorded at exterior locations, and a lot of YouTubers choose to shoot these types of videos handheld, but this approach makes it difficult to maintain the same shot composition for long. A Monopod, Gorillapod or just a simple selfie stick can make your job much easier because they stabilize the camera. In addition, shooting smooth panning shots without a tripod is as difficult as it sounds.
Part 3: A Few Things You’ll Need to Consider Before You Buy a Tripod
There are thousands of different tripod models you can use for vlogging, but which model you’re going to choose depends mostly on the type of vlog you want to make. If you are planning on shooting all of your videos in the studio-like conditions, then portability isn’t such an important feature, while quite the opposite is true if you intend on filming all of your footage on outdoor locations.
However, there are certain traits you have to consider when choosing a tripod you’re going to use while recording your vlog entries.
Sturdiness: There is absolutely no point in spending money on a tripod that breaks easily. Although if your plan is to shoot vlogs at home or in a studio, then buying a cheaper plastic tripod isn’t such a bad option, since the clamps and joints won’t have to endure a lot of wear and tear. Consider buying a more durable tripod if you are going to be traveling a lot while working on your vlogs.
The Type of Camera: A number of factors can contribute to the weight of a camera, including battery grips or lenses, so before you buy a tripod make sure that it can support the weight of the camera you want to use to record your videos.
The Maximum Height: Most vloggers don’t really have to worry about how tall their tripod is, because they are not on their feet in any of the shots featured in the video. Vloggers working on DIY videos, cooking tutorials or any other type of vlog that involves movement and action should pay attention to this trait.
Photo or Video Tripods: Do you want to take beautiful panning shots? If the answer is yes then you should get a video tripod that enables you to move the camera smoothly in any direction. Photo tripods are a great option for static shots that don’t involve a lot of camera movement.
Mobility: The heavier a tripod is, the more stability it can provide, but carrying a tripod that weighs over 10 pounds to shoot sports or adventure vlogs can be a tiring endeavor. Although portability is a factor, it shouldn’t prevent you from buying a high-quality tripod that will ensure your footage is perfectly smooth and stable.
Part 4: 4 Types of Tripods
Full-Sized Tripods: are very sturdy, and as a result can be fairly heavy. Although you can take them a lot of places they are not convenient to carry for extended periods of time. They are the most reliable way to ensure you have absolutely no camera shake.
Compact Tripods: appear to be the same size as Full-Sized tripods, but they are actually much lighter. You can get the same height with a Compact Tripod as a Full-Sized tripod and it will be much easier to travel with. However, Compact Tripods are not as stable. If you are shooting for an extended period of time you may need to weigh your Compact Tripod down with sandbags to keep it steady.
Gorillapods: have flexible legs which can be wrapped around posts, fences, or anything else you may want to mount your camera on. They are also lightweight enough that you can carry them around while you shoot. If you bend it right you can essentially use your Gorillapod as a heavy-duty selfie-stick for your camera.
Table-Top Tripods: are very small and easy to travel with. You can leave one in your camera bag or your glove box. Table-Top Tripods are meant to be set up on top of desks or other stable surfaces and may not be ideal for heavier cameras.
Part 5: The 5 Best Tripods For YouTube Vlogging
Even if you know everything there is to know about tripods, the selection process can be daunting. That’s why we’ve shortlisted the top 5 tripods on the market, in an effort to make finding the right tripod for your vlog videos as quick an easy as it can possibly be. Let’s have a look.
1. CamRah Smartphone Tripod
Price: $24.99
An increasing number of Smartphones features powerful cameras that can record videos at high resolutions. Unfortunately, most iPhones and Android devices are lightweight, which makes it difficult to hold them perfectly still while shooting a video. CamRah Smartphone Tripod offers a perfect solution to this problem because it is easy to pack and you can carry it wherever you go, without needing the extra space.
It weighs just 0.6lbs and it is 10.8 inches tall. The tripod has a maximum load of 11lbs which means that besides Smartphones, you can also mount action cameras, webcams, or even smaller DSLR cameras onto it. The flexible legs made from high-density foam offer stability even when the CamRah Tripod is placed on an uneven surface.
Pros:
- Easily portable
- Affordable
- Jaws technology provides an extra strong grip of the camera
Cons:
- The tripod’s legs can’t be extended
- Can’t be used with professional cameras
2. Manfrotto Mini Travel Tripod
Price: $34.99
Yet another great option for shooting vlogs with a Smartphone. The Manfrotto Mini Travel Tripod kit is also an excellent choice for all vloggers who shoot their videos with compact cameras. The tripod weighs just 0.51lbs and it is 5.31 inches tall, which makes it a perfect travel companion. However, it can’t support cameras heavier than 2.2lbs, so you have to carefully choose the camera you want to put on this tripod.
The tripod’s rotatable head features a lock button that enables you to fix the camera at a certain position and to shoot a video from an angle you selected. You can’t extend the legs on this tripod so shooting high angle shots is not an option.
Pros:
- Small and durable
- Allows you to mount almost any Smartphone model
- Compatible with compact cameras
Cons:
- Limits your shot selection
- Tripod’s legs can’t be extended
3. Joby Gorilla Pod
Price: $22.50
This tripod is a superstar in the vlogging community because it is flexible, easy to set up and it fits into a pocket. Joby Gorilla Pod’s legs are segmented, so you can freely choose an angle from which you want to shoot, without having to worry about the camera’s stability. You can use this tripod on flat and uneven surfaces equally effectively.
Joby Gorilla weighs just 1lbs and its maximum height 11.6 inches, which makes it perfectly suited for talking heads videos. Using this tripod while you are on the go is also an option if you have a camera that weighs less than 3lbs.
Pros:
- Highly adjustable
- Sturdy and Lightweight
- Made from stainless steel
Cons:
- Can’t be used for panning shots
- Legs can be extended for just one inch
4. Manfrotto Compact Action Tripod
Price: $64.49
If you love shooting your vlogs at night or if you simply want a tripod you can use in the studio an outdoor conditions, then Manfrotto’s Compact Action Tripod is one the best options you have at your disposal. The ergonomic head features a mounting plate that is easy to use and which provides a perfect grip of a camera.
This tripod is designed to be used with consumer-level DSLR cameras, but you can use it to shoot videos with almost all types of cameras. The Compact Action Tripod has a maximum height of 51.57 inches, and it can’t hold cameras heavier than 3.30lbs.
Pros:
- Suitable for both photography and video
- Great for outdoor use
- Allows you to take a wide variety of shots
Cons:
- Can’t support a lot of weight
- Not perfectly suited for professional-level cameras
5. Magnus VT-4000 Fluid Head Tripod
Price: $159.95
Experienced vloggers who record their videos with professional cameras, will enjoy using the Magnus VT-4000 Fluid Head Tripod. The 59-inch tall tripod can support as much as 8.8lbs of weight, and it is designed to help you create perfectly stable shots. The superb panning and tilting option enable you to move your camera freely while recording smooth shots, free of camera shakes.
The quick release mounting plate is compatible with a wide range of cameras, so you can experiment and work with several different cameras while using the same tripod. You can hardly make a mistake if you choose to buy this tripod because you’ll be able to use it to record vlogs at interior and exterior locations.
Pros:
- Easily adjustable to any surface
- Perfect for high angle shots
- Heavy-duty locks
Cons:
- Weighs 7.9lbs
- Not the best choice for action and adventure vlogs
Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
As you grow into a serious vlogger, a tripod will become an essential piece of equipment. You can get by for a long time setting your camera up on a stack of books, or an upside-down laundry hamper, but not forever. While these setups are great for a beginner, an intermediate vlogger will start to find them limiting. Even if you are an amazingly creative person who can create any camera setup without a tripod there will come a point where you will decide your creative energy is better spent on your video content.
This article will explain how to use a tripod and then introduce you to four different types.
Part 1: How To Set a Tripod for Vlogging
1. Setting Up Your Tripod
Step 1 – Pull out all three legs of your tripod and make sure it is standing stably. There will be tensioners on the legs which you can release in order to adjust your height. Once your legs are extended to the height you want continue adjusting them until your tripod is level. Some tripods have a built in bubble level, but if yours does not you can use a separate bubble level or make a guestimate.
Make sure when you are setting up your tripod that you point one of its legs towards your subject. This will give you room to stand behind your camera, in-between the other two legs. If you have one leg pointed directly behind your camera then you may trip over it. Or, you may knock over and damage your camera.
Step 2 – On the top of your tripod there will be a plate with a small hole and a screw. Remove this plate using either a clip or lever, depending on your tripod. Once your plate is detached screw it into the bottom of your camera. It should be tight, but not too tight or you risk damaging your camera.
Step 3 – Attach your plate, which now has your camera mounted to it, back onto your tripod.
Your tripod comes with a ‘head’. Your tripod’s head is what your camera is mounted on top of. There are several different types of tripod heads and mounts which are all useful for different things.
Ball Heads and Pan/Tilt Heads are the two most common types of tripod heads. Ball Heads allow you to adjust your camera’s position quite a bit before you start shooting. They are not good for adding in camera movements while you are filming, however, because you need to lock them in place. Pan/Tilt heads are great for creating camera movement. Most Pan/Tilt heads have a handle which you can use to make a smooth panning motion.
Part 2: Why Do You Need a Tripod: Benefits of Using Tripod
Why can’t you just hold a camera in your hand while shooting vlog entries for your YouTube channel? Honestly, you can, but the camera may shake a lot and your footage might end up being unusable. Putting a camera on a tripod reduces the probability of camera shake to the minimum and that is just the tip of the iceberg.
A huge amount of vlogs can be described as sit down videos, in which the host of the video sits in front of a camera and talks to the audience. Holding a camera while talking or trying to present a product to the viewers is next to impossible, so in order to avoid having to deal with a camera, you can simply put it on a tripod, find the best angle, and push the record button.
On the go videos, are recorded at exterior locations, and a lot of YouTubers choose to shoot these types of videos handheld, but this approach makes it difficult to maintain the same shot composition for long. A Monopod, Gorillapod or just a simple selfie stick can make your job much easier because they stabilize the camera. In addition, shooting smooth panning shots without a tripod is as difficult as it sounds.
Part 3: A Few Things You’ll Need to Consider Before You Buy a Tripod
There are thousands of different tripod models you can use for vlogging, but which model you’re going to choose depends mostly on the type of vlog you want to make. If you are planning on shooting all of your videos in the studio-like conditions, then portability isn’t such an important feature, while quite the opposite is true if you intend on filming all of your footage on outdoor locations.
However, there are certain traits you have to consider when choosing a tripod you’re going to use while recording your vlog entries.
Sturdiness: There is absolutely no point in spending money on a tripod that breaks easily. Although if your plan is to shoot vlogs at home or in a studio, then buying a cheaper plastic tripod isn’t such a bad option, since the clamps and joints won’t have to endure a lot of wear and tear. Consider buying a more durable tripod if you are going to be traveling a lot while working on your vlogs.
The Type of Camera: A number of factors can contribute to the weight of a camera, including battery grips or lenses, so before you buy a tripod make sure that it can support the weight of the camera you want to use to record your videos.
The Maximum Height: Most vloggers don’t really have to worry about how tall their tripod is, because they are not on their feet in any of the shots featured in the video. Vloggers working on DIY videos, cooking tutorials or any other type of vlog that involves movement and action should pay attention to this trait.
Photo or Video Tripods: Do you want to take beautiful panning shots? If the answer is yes then you should get a video tripod that enables you to move the camera smoothly in any direction. Photo tripods are a great option for static shots that don’t involve a lot of camera movement.
Mobility: The heavier a tripod is, the more stability it can provide, but carrying a tripod that weighs over 10 pounds to shoot sports or adventure vlogs can be a tiring endeavor. Although portability is a factor, it shouldn’t prevent you from buying a high-quality tripod that will ensure your footage is perfectly smooth and stable.
Part 4: 4 Types of Tripods
Full-Sized Tripods: are very sturdy, and as a result can be fairly heavy. Although you can take them a lot of places they are not convenient to carry for extended periods of time. They are the most reliable way to ensure you have absolutely no camera shake.
Compact Tripods: appear to be the same size as Full-Sized tripods, but they are actually much lighter. You can get the same height with a Compact Tripod as a Full-Sized tripod and it will be much easier to travel with. However, Compact Tripods are not as stable. If you are shooting for an extended period of time you may need to weigh your Compact Tripod down with sandbags to keep it steady.
Gorillapods: have flexible legs which can be wrapped around posts, fences, or anything else you may want to mount your camera on. They are also lightweight enough that you can carry them around while you shoot. If you bend it right you can essentially use your Gorillapod as a heavy-duty selfie-stick for your camera.
Table-Top Tripods: are very small and easy to travel with. You can leave one in your camera bag or your glove box. Table-Top Tripods are meant to be set up on top of desks or other stable surfaces and may not be ideal for heavier cameras.
Part 5: The 5 Best Tripods For YouTube Vlogging
Even if you know everything there is to know about tripods, the selection process can be daunting. That’s why we’ve shortlisted the top 5 tripods on the market, in an effort to make finding the right tripod for your vlog videos as quick an easy as it can possibly be. Let’s have a look.
1. CamRah Smartphone Tripod
Price: $24.99
An increasing number of Smartphones features powerful cameras that can record videos at high resolutions. Unfortunately, most iPhones and Android devices are lightweight, which makes it difficult to hold them perfectly still while shooting a video. CamRah Smartphone Tripod offers a perfect solution to this problem because it is easy to pack and you can carry it wherever you go, without needing the extra space.
It weighs just 0.6lbs and it is 10.8 inches tall. The tripod has a maximum load of 11lbs which means that besides Smartphones, you can also mount action cameras, webcams, or even smaller DSLR cameras onto it. The flexible legs made from high-density foam offer stability even when the CamRah Tripod is placed on an uneven surface.
Pros:
- Easily portable
- Affordable
- Jaws technology provides an extra strong grip of the camera
Cons:
- The tripod’s legs can’t be extended
- Can’t be used with professional cameras
2. Manfrotto Mini Travel Tripod
Price: $34.99
Yet another great option for shooting vlogs with a Smartphone. The Manfrotto Mini Travel Tripod kit is also an excellent choice for all vloggers who shoot their videos with compact cameras. The tripod weighs just 0.51lbs and it is 5.31 inches tall, which makes it a perfect travel companion. However, it can’t support cameras heavier than 2.2lbs, so you have to carefully choose the camera you want to put on this tripod.
The tripod’s rotatable head features a lock button that enables you to fix the camera at a certain position and to shoot a video from an angle you selected. You can’t extend the legs on this tripod so shooting high angle shots is not an option.
Pros:
- Small and durable
- Allows you to mount almost any Smartphone model
- Compatible with compact cameras
Cons:
- Limits your shot selection
- Tripod’s legs can’t be extended
3. Joby Gorilla Pod
Price: $22.50
This tripod is a superstar in the vlogging community because it is flexible, easy to set up and it fits into a pocket. Joby Gorilla Pod’s legs are segmented, so you can freely choose an angle from which you want to shoot, without having to worry about the camera’s stability. You can use this tripod on flat and uneven surfaces equally effectively.
Joby Gorilla weighs just 1lbs and its maximum height 11.6 inches, which makes it perfectly suited for talking heads videos. Using this tripod while you are on the go is also an option if you have a camera that weighs less than 3lbs.
Pros:
- Highly adjustable
- Sturdy and Lightweight
- Made from stainless steel
Cons:
- Can’t be used for panning shots
- Legs can be extended for just one inch
4. Manfrotto Compact Action Tripod
Price: $64.49
If you love shooting your vlogs at night or if you simply want a tripod you can use in the studio an outdoor conditions, then Manfrotto’s Compact Action Tripod is one the best options you have at your disposal. The ergonomic head features a mounting plate that is easy to use and which provides a perfect grip of a camera.
This tripod is designed to be used with consumer-level DSLR cameras, but you can use it to shoot videos with almost all types of cameras. The Compact Action Tripod has a maximum height of 51.57 inches, and it can’t hold cameras heavier than 3.30lbs.
Pros:
- Suitable for both photography and video
- Great for outdoor use
- Allows you to take a wide variety of shots
Cons:
- Can’t support a lot of weight
- Not perfectly suited for professional-level cameras
5. Magnus VT-4000 Fluid Head Tripod
Price: $159.95
Experienced vloggers who record their videos with professional cameras, will enjoy using the Magnus VT-4000 Fluid Head Tripod. The 59-inch tall tripod can support as much as 8.8lbs of weight, and it is designed to help you create perfectly stable shots. The superb panning and tilting option enable you to move your camera freely while recording smooth shots, free of camera shakes.
The quick release mounting plate is compatible with a wide range of cameras, so you can experiment and work with several different cameras while using the same tripod. You can hardly make a mistake if you choose to buy this tripod because you’ll be able to use it to record vlogs at interior and exterior locations.
Pros:
- Easily adjustable to any surface
- Perfect for high angle shots
- Heavy-duty locks
Cons:
- Weighs 7.9lbs
- Not the best choice for action and adventure vlogs
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Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
As you grow into a serious vlogger, a tripod will become an essential piece of equipment. You can get by for a long time setting your camera up on a stack of books, or an upside-down laundry hamper, but not forever. While these setups are great for a beginner, an intermediate vlogger will start to find them limiting. Even if you are an amazingly creative person who can create any camera setup without a tripod there will come a point where you will decide your creative energy is better spent on your video content.
This article will explain how to use a tripod and then introduce you to four different types.
Part 1: How To Set a Tripod for Vlogging
1. Setting Up Your Tripod
Step 1 – Pull out all three legs of your tripod and make sure it is standing stably. There will be tensioners on the legs which you can release in order to adjust your height. Once your legs are extended to the height you want continue adjusting them until your tripod is level. Some tripods have a built in bubble level, but if yours does not you can use a separate bubble level or make a guestimate.
Make sure when you are setting up your tripod that you point one of its legs towards your subject. This will give you room to stand behind your camera, in-between the other two legs. If you have one leg pointed directly behind your camera then you may trip over it. Or, you may knock over and damage your camera.
Step 2 – On the top of your tripod there will be a plate with a small hole and a screw. Remove this plate using either a clip or lever, depending on your tripod. Once your plate is detached screw it into the bottom of your camera. It should be tight, but not too tight or you risk damaging your camera.
Step 3 – Attach your plate, which now has your camera mounted to it, back onto your tripod.
Your tripod comes with a ‘head’. Your tripod’s head is what your camera is mounted on top of. There are several different types of tripod heads and mounts which are all useful for different things.
Ball Heads and Pan/Tilt Heads are the two most common types of tripod heads. Ball Heads allow you to adjust your camera’s position quite a bit before you start shooting. They are not good for adding in camera movements while you are filming, however, because you need to lock them in place. Pan/Tilt heads are great for creating camera movement. Most Pan/Tilt heads have a handle which you can use to make a smooth panning motion.
Part 2: Why Do You Need a Tripod: Benefits of Using Tripod
Why can’t you just hold a camera in your hand while shooting vlog entries for your YouTube channel? Honestly, you can, but the camera may shake a lot and your footage might end up being unusable. Putting a camera on a tripod reduces the probability of camera shake to the minimum and that is just the tip of the iceberg.
A huge amount of vlogs can be described as sit down videos, in which the host of the video sits in front of a camera and talks to the audience. Holding a camera while talking or trying to present a product to the viewers is next to impossible, so in order to avoid having to deal with a camera, you can simply put it on a tripod, find the best angle, and push the record button.
On the go videos, are recorded at exterior locations, and a lot of YouTubers choose to shoot these types of videos handheld, but this approach makes it difficult to maintain the same shot composition for long. A Monopod, Gorillapod or just a simple selfie stick can make your job much easier because they stabilize the camera. In addition, shooting smooth panning shots without a tripod is as difficult as it sounds.
Part 3: A Few Things You’ll Need to Consider Before You Buy a Tripod
There are thousands of different tripod models you can use for vlogging, but which model you’re going to choose depends mostly on the type of vlog you want to make. If you are planning on shooting all of your videos in the studio-like conditions, then portability isn’t such an important feature, while quite the opposite is true if you intend on filming all of your footage on outdoor locations.
However, there are certain traits you have to consider when choosing a tripod you’re going to use while recording your vlog entries.
Sturdiness: There is absolutely no point in spending money on a tripod that breaks easily. Although if your plan is to shoot vlogs at home or in a studio, then buying a cheaper plastic tripod isn’t such a bad option, since the clamps and joints won’t have to endure a lot of wear and tear. Consider buying a more durable tripod if you are going to be traveling a lot while working on your vlogs.
The Type of Camera: A number of factors can contribute to the weight of a camera, including battery grips or lenses, so before you buy a tripod make sure that it can support the weight of the camera you want to use to record your videos.
The Maximum Height: Most vloggers don’t really have to worry about how tall their tripod is, because they are not on their feet in any of the shots featured in the video. Vloggers working on DIY videos, cooking tutorials or any other type of vlog that involves movement and action should pay attention to this trait.
Photo or Video Tripods: Do you want to take beautiful panning shots? If the answer is yes then you should get a video tripod that enables you to move the camera smoothly in any direction. Photo tripods are a great option for static shots that don’t involve a lot of camera movement.
Mobility: The heavier a tripod is, the more stability it can provide, but carrying a tripod that weighs over 10 pounds to shoot sports or adventure vlogs can be a tiring endeavor. Although portability is a factor, it shouldn’t prevent you from buying a high-quality tripod that will ensure your footage is perfectly smooth and stable.
Part 4: 4 Types of Tripods
Full-Sized Tripods: are very sturdy, and as a result can be fairly heavy. Although you can take them a lot of places they are not convenient to carry for extended periods of time. They are the most reliable way to ensure you have absolutely no camera shake.
Compact Tripods: appear to be the same size as Full-Sized tripods, but they are actually much lighter. You can get the same height with a Compact Tripod as a Full-Sized tripod and it will be much easier to travel with. However, Compact Tripods are not as stable. If you are shooting for an extended period of time you may need to weigh your Compact Tripod down with sandbags to keep it steady.
Gorillapods: have flexible legs which can be wrapped around posts, fences, or anything else you may want to mount your camera on. They are also lightweight enough that you can carry them around while you shoot. If you bend it right you can essentially use your Gorillapod as a heavy-duty selfie-stick for your camera.
Table-Top Tripods: are very small and easy to travel with. You can leave one in your camera bag or your glove box. Table-Top Tripods are meant to be set up on top of desks or other stable surfaces and may not be ideal for heavier cameras.
Part 5: The 5 Best Tripods For YouTube Vlogging
Even if you know everything there is to know about tripods, the selection process can be daunting. That’s why we’ve shortlisted the top 5 tripods on the market, in an effort to make finding the right tripod for your vlog videos as quick an easy as it can possibly be. Let’s have a look.
1. CamRah Smartphone Tripod
Price: $24.99
An increasing number of Smartphones features powerful cameras that can record videos at high resolutions. Unfortunately, most iPhones and Android devices are lightweight, which makes it difficult to hold them perfectly still while shooting a video. CamRah Smartphone Tripod offers a perfect solution to this problem because it is easy to pack and you can carry it wherever you go, without needing the extra space.
It weighs just 0.6lbs and it is 10.8 inches tall. The tripod has a maximum load of 11lbs which means that besides Smartphones, you can also mount action cameras, webcams, or even smaller DSLR cameras onto it. The flexible legs made from high-density foam offer stability even when the CamRah Tripod is placed on an uneven surface.
Pros:
- Easily portable
- Affordable
- Jaws technology provides an extra strong grip of the camera
Cons:
- The tripod’s legs can’t be extended
- Can’t be used with professional cameras
2. Manfrotto Mini Travel Tripod
Price: $34.99
Yet another great option for shooting vlogs with a Smartphone. The Manfrotto Mini Travel Tripod kit is also an excellent choice for all vloggers who shoot their videos with compact cameras. The tripod weighs just 0.51lbs and it is 5.31 inches tall, which makes it a perfect travel companion. However, it can’t support cameras heavier than 2.2lbs, so you have to carefully choose the camera you want to put on this tripod.
The tripod’s rotatable head features a lock button that enables you to fix the camera at a certain position and to shoot a video from an angle you selected. You can’t extend the legs on this tripod so shooting high angle shots is not an option.
Pros:
- Small and durable
- Allows you to mount almost any Smartphone model
- Compatible with compact cameras
Cons:
- Limits your shot selection
- Tripod’s legs can’t be extended
3. Joby Gorilla Pod
Price: $22.50
This tripod is a superstar in the vlogging community because it is flexible, easy to set up and it fits into a pocket. Joby Gorilla Pod’s legs are segmented, so you can freely choose an angle from which you want to shoot, without having to worry about the camera’s stability. You can use this tripod on flat and uneven surfaces equally effectively.
Joby Gorilla weighs just 1lbs and its maximum height 11.6 inches, which makes it perfectly suited for talking heads videos. Using this tripod while you are on the go is also an option if you have a camera that weighs less than 3lbs.
Pros:
- Highly adjustable
- Sturdy and Lightweight
- Made from stainless steel
Cons:
- Can’t be used for panning shots
- Legs can be extended for just one inch
4. Manfrotto Compact Action Tripod
Price: $64.49
If you love shooting your vlogs at night or if you simply want a tripod you can use in the studio an outdoor conditions, then Manfrotto’s Compact Action Tripod is one the best options you have at your disposal. The ergonomic head features a mounting plate that is easy to use and which provides a perfect grip of a camera.
This tripod is designed to be used with consumer-level DSLR cameras, but you can use it to shoot videos with almost all types of cameras. The Compact Action Tripod has a maximum height of 51.57 inches, and it can’t hold cameras heavier than 3.30lbs.
Pros:
- Suitable for both photography and video
- Great for outdoor use
- Allows you to take a wide variety of shots
Cons:
- Can’t support a lot of weight
- Not perfectly suited for professional-level cameras
5. Magnus VT-4000 Fluid Head Tripod
Price: $159.95
Experienced vloggers who record their videos with professional cameras, will enjoy using the Magnus VT-4000 Fluid Head Tripod. The 59-inch tall tripod can support as much as 8.8lbs of weight, and it is designed to help you create perfectly stable shots. The superb panning and tilting option enable you to move your camera freely while recording smooth shots, free of camera shakes.
The quick release mounting plate is compatible with a wide range of cameras, so you can experiment and work with several different cameras while using the same tripod. You can hardly make a mistake if you choose to buy this tripod because you’ll be able to use it to record vlogs at interior and exterior locations.
Pros:
- Easily adjustable to any surface
- Perfect for high angle shots
- Heavy-duty locks
Cons:
- Weighs 7.9lbs
- Not the best choice for action and adventure vlogs
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Inverse Viewing in YouTube: Original Ideas for Rewinders
How to Reverse YouTube Video in Creative Ways
Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
It could be a film or a reversed meme, a boomerang video on Instagram, or a rewind effect in a playback action. The reversing results make the clip compelling and creative. At present, many video creators find YouTube as a suitable platform for such rewind effects as it has millions of diverse genre video clips. Although the mechanism behind such an act can be quite confusing, it is no more if you get to know how to reverse YouTube videos at ease. Yes, video reversers are created and developed for such a purpose, and you can read below to understand how to play YouTube videos backward.
- Part 1: How to Reverse YouTube Video in the Quickest Way?
- Part 2: Reverse YouTube Videos More Creatively
How to Reverse YouTube Video in the Quickest Way?
Let’s take a look at some online tools that can play YouTube videos backward.
2. Kapwing
Kapwing is an online video reverser shared stage where you can create images, videos, and GIFs to share on social media. It suits to be perfect for any content that performs varied tasks with video editor tools like trimmer, resizes, studio, subtitles, and audio addition. Kapwing is an all-in-one workspace asset that is a single secure place to place over your backup safely facilitated with cross-device capability. To whatever field of interest you might belong to from a school student, professional, media, or a design team, Kapwing is the right platform ease-to-use.
3. Clideo
Like Kapwing, Clideo is an online video reverser tool that does multiple tasking like video converter, file converter, audio joiner, video maker, and a slideshow maker. We have taken up Clideo in our list as it follows a simple interface and comes up with useful tools of the loop, stops motion, and meme required in the present video creation industry. Supporting all video formats like MPG, MOV, and VOB, Clideo is a fast editor with a high-level of data protection. Developed by Softo Ltd., Clideo has got more than 4.1M users and had made up 25M videos.
Now, let’s take a simple guide to reverse a YouTube video quickly with Clideo.
Step 1: Enter the link, https://clideo.com/reverse-video on your desired web browser like Chrome or Firefox.
Now add the files from your desktop or your smartphone from the “Choose File” option or the drop-down choose your convenient option like Dropbox, Google Drive, or YouTube URL to reverse the video.
Source: clideo.com
Step 2: Paste the YouTube link on the search box, and the video will process.
Step 3: The YouTube video will now start to play from backward where you can reverse the speed by changing the levels from 0.5X to 2X.
You can make a preview by playing or pausing the timeline of the YouTube video.
Once satisfied, hit the “Reverse” button on the right corner of the screen.
Step 4: Before downloading the revered Youtube video, you can play it once, and upon satisfaction, tap the “Download” button else you can go on with the “Back to edit” option.
You can quickly reverse a YouTube video with Clideo in just three steps, along with a watermark removal facility.
Reverse YouTube Videos More Creatively
Want to embed more creativity in your YouTube video before reversing them? Get to know some of the YouTube video downloaders from this session.
Keepvid
Keepvid is an online video downloader that converts a video directly to MP4 & MP3. It allows you to download videos from 100+ sites, including YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Vevo, Reddit, and BBC, irrespective of their video metadata. With Keepvid, you can listen to YouTube videos offline, save YouTube videos directly to MP3, download YouTube playlists everywhere, and anytime with the web-based lite-weight app.
YTD Video downloader
YTD video downloader has been in the market for years as a popular video downloader & converter. It is free to download software, allowing you to download video, audio, and playlist that could play offline. YTD video downloaded has gathered more than 200M users globally, supporting overall popular sites like Bing, Vimeo, TikTok, Yahoo, and Metacafe. With YTD, you can download the unlimited playlist and HD videos of 1080P at ultra-fast speed.
Want to reverse your YouTube video creatively and stunningly?
Wondershare Filmora is all you need, a complete pack of video/editing toolkit developed for the inspired that helps discover storytelling. It is a platform where you can create without limits, give life to your videos, craft fun in every clip, go beyond boundaries with endless possibilities, and make your epic story or adventure outstanding in the crowd. Filmora has a free version that allows you to access all the beautiful features like video reverse, ripple edit, trim, rotate, flip, zoom, edit, and audio ducking.
3.1How to Reverse Videos in Filmora?
Now that you have come to know about Filmora Wondershare, the best video reverser from the list, let’s directly jump over to a manual on how to reverse a YouTube video at ease.
Note: Before starting up, download and install the free version of Filmora on the device from https://filmora.wondershare.com/ .
Step 1: Open Filmora and click the “File” menu. Choose “New Project” from the drop-down.
Step 2: To import the YouTube video to the workplace, choose the “Import Media” option from the file menu.
From the drop-down, you can import files or folders at your convenience.
Step 3: Once the video is loaded on the media library, right-click on the track timeline and select the “Speed and Duration” option.
Tick the “Reverse Speed” checkbox and then hit the “OK” button.
Step 4: Doing so will play the YouTube video backward, and you can see the progress on the preview window.
Step 5: You can perfect your creation with filters or effects offered with Filmora.
Once done, click the “Export” option that will allow you to save the file in your destined format and export it.
You can upload the reversed YouTube video directly to your YouTube account or other social media apps with Filmora.
3.2Tips for Customizing the Reversing Videos
1. Add filters & effects: Adding filters and effects like Mosaic and Amaro can uplift your reversed video and make them attractive. Filmora has 200+ filters, utilities, overlays, and LUT.
2. Render/Perfect the audio: Audio is the backbone of the video that provokes and makes the creation sound perfect and outstanding. 76 in-built audio tracks included in Filmora consisting of tender, sentimental, folk, rock, and young categories.
3. Transform your video with transitions: While various ordinary videos crowd the Internet, make yours unique by transforming them with 3D effects and a slideshow. Filmora comes with 233 transitions like 3D, warp, dissolve & ripple slideshow, lifestyle, and still a lot more.
4. Perform video editing tricks: While trim, cut & merge, crop & flip, resize, delete, and watermark are pre-defined and traditional editing tools, why don’t you try something new like creating freeze frames, accessing sample colors, and zoom in/out timeline where Filmora has a toolkit more than what you expect.
Conclusion
Thanks to the technology behind video reversers like Clideo and Kapwing that does a great job of reversing the YouTube video online quickly. The alternatives YTD downloader and Keepvid also facilitates downloading your favorite videos from 100+ video streaming sites. However, if you aspire to become a creative & professional video creator expert in the field, Filmora from Wondershare stands as the best choice for all. Lastly, also note the tips discussed, and use Filmora today for a brighter career tomorrow.
Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
It could be a film or a reversed meme, a boomerang video on Instagram, or a rewind effect in a playback action. The reversing results make the clip compelling and creative. At present, many video creators find YouTube as a suitable platform for such rewind effects as it has millions of diverse genre video clips. Although the mechanism behind such an act can be quite confusing, it is no more if you get to know how to reverse YouTube videos at ease. Yes, video reversers are created and developed for such a purpose, and you can read below to understand how to play YouTube videos backward.
- Part 1: How to Reverse YouTube Video in the Quickest Way?
- Part 2: Reverse YouTube Videos More Creatively
How to Reverse YouTube Video in the Quickest Way?
Let’s take a look at some online tools that can play YouTube videos backward.
2. Kapwing
Kapwing is an online video reverser shared stage where you can create images, videos, and GIFs to share on social media. It suits to be perfect for any content that performs varied tasks with video editor tools like trimmer, resizes, studio, subtitles, and audio addition. Kapwing is an all-in-one workspace asset that is a single secure place to place over your backup safely facilitated with cross-device capability. To whatever field of interest you might belong to from a school student, professional, media, or a design team, Kapwing is the right platform ease-to-use.
3. Clideo
Like Kapwing, Clideo is an online video reverser tool that does multiple tasking like video converter, file converter, audio joiner, video maker, and a slideshow maker. We have taken up Clideo in our list as it follows a simple interface and comes up with useful tools of the loop, stops motion, and meme required in the present video creation industry. Supporting all video formats like MPG, MOV, and VOB, Clideo is a fast editor with a high-level of data protection. Developed by Softo Ltd., Clideo has got more than 4.1M users and had made up 25M videos.
Now, let’s take a simple guide to reverse a YouTube video quickly with Clideo.
Step 1: Enter the link, https://clideo.com/reverse-video on your desired web browser like Chrome or Firefox.
Now add the files from your desktop or your smartphone from the “Choose File” option or the drop-down choose your convenient option like Dropbox, Google Drive, or YouTube URL to reverse the video.
Source: clideo.com
Step 2: Paste the YouTube link on the search box, and the video will process.
Step 3: The YouTube video will now start to play from backward where you can reverse the speed by changing the levels from 0.5X to 2X.
You can make a preview by playing or pausing the timeline of the YouTube video.
Once satisfied, hit the “Reverse” button on the right corner of the screen.
Step 4: Before downloading the revered Youtube video, you can play it once, and upon satisfaction, tap the “Download” button else you can go on with the “Back to edit” option.
You can quickly reverse a YouTube video with Clideo in just three steps, along with a watermark removal facility.
Reverse YouTube Videos More Creatively
Want to embed more creativity in your YouTube video before reversing them? Get to know some of the YouTube video downloaders from this session.
Keepvid
Keepvid is an online video downloader that converts a video directly to MP4 & MP3. It allows you to download videos from 100+ sites, including YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Vevo, Reddit, and BBC, irrespective of their video metadata. With Keepvid, you can listen to YouTube videos offline, save YouTube videos directly to MP3, download YouTube playlists everywhere, and anytime with the web-based lite-weight app.
YTD Video downloader
YTD video downloader has been in the market for years as a popular video downloader & converter. It is free to download software, allowing you to download video, audio, and playlist that could play offline. YTD video downloaded has gathered more than 200M users globally, supporting overall popular sites like Bing, Vimeo, TikTok, Yahoo, and Metacafe. With YTD, you can download the unlimited playlist and HD videos of 1080P at ultra-fast speed.
Want to reverse your YouTube video creatively and stunningly?
Wondershare Filmora is all you need, a complete pack of video/editing toolkit developed for the inspired that helps discover storytelling. It is a platform where you can create without limits, give life to your videos, craft fun in every clip, go beyond boundaries with endless possibilities, and make your epic story or adventure outstanding in the crowd. Filmora has a free version that allows you to access all the beautiful features like video reverse, ripple edit, trim, rotate, flip, zoom, edit, and audio ducking.
3.1How to Reverse Videos in Filmora?
Now that you have come to know about Filmora Wondershare, the best video reverser from the list, let’s directly jump over to a manual on how to reverse a YouTube video at ease.
Note: Before starting up, download and install the free version of Filmora on the device from https://filmora.wondershare.com/ .
Step 1: Open Filmora and click the “File” menu. Choose “New Project” from the drop-down.
Step 2: To import the YouTube video to the workplace, choose the “Import Media” option from the file menu.
From the drop-down, you can import files or folders at your convenience.
Step 3: Once the video is loaded on the media library, right-click on the track timeline and select the “Speed and Duration” option.
Tick the “Reverse Speed” checkbox and then hit the “OK” button.
Step 4: Doing so will play the YouTube video backward, and you can see the progress on the preview window.
Step 5: You can perfect your creation with filters or effects offered with Filmora.
Once done, click the “Export” option that will allow you to save the file in your destined format and export it.
You can upload the reversed YouTube video directly to your YouTube account or other social media apps with Filmora.
3.2Tips for Customizing the Reversing Videos
1. Add filters & effects: Adding filters and effects like Mosaic and Amaro can uplift your reversed video and make them attractive. Filmora has 200+ filters, utilities, overlays, and LUT.
2. Render/Perfect the audio: Audio is the backbone of the video that provokes and makes the creation sound perfect and outstanding. 76 in-built audio tracks included in Filmora consisting of tender, sentimental, folk, rock, and young categories.
3. Transform your video with transitions: While various ordinary videos crowd the Internet, make yours unique by transforming them with 3D effects and a slideshow. Filmora comes with 233 transitions like 3D, warp, dissolve & ripple slideshow, lifestyle, and still a lot more.
4. Perform video editing tricks: While trim, cut & merge, crop & flip, resize, delete, and watermark are pre-defined and traditional editing tools, why don’t you try something new like creating freeze frames, accessing sample colors, and zoom in/out timeline where Filmora has a toolkit more than what you expect.
Conclusion
Thanks to the technology behind video reversers like Clideo and Kapwing that does a great job of reversing the YouTube video online quickly. The alternatives YTD downloader and Keepvid also facilitates downloading your favorite videos from 100+ video streaming sites. However, if you aspire to become a creative & professional video creator expert in the field, Filmora from Wondershare stands as the best choice for all. Lastly, also note the tips discussed, and use Filmora today for a brighter career tomorrow.
Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett
Mar 27, 2024• Proven solutions
It could be a film or a reversed meme, a boomerang video on Instagram, or a rewind effect in a playback action. The reversing results make the clip compelling and creative. At present, many video creators find YouTube as a suitable platform for such rewind effects as it has millions of diverse genre video clips. Although the mechanism behind such an act can be quite confusing, it is no more if you get to know how to reverse YouTube videos at ease. Yes, video reversers are created and developed for such a purpose, and you can read below to understand how to play YouTube videos backward.
- Part 1: How to Reverse YouTube Video in the Quickest Way?
- Part 2: Reverse YouTube Videos More Creatively
How to Reverse YouTube Video in the Quickest Way?
Let’s take a look at some online tools that can play YouTube videos backward.
2. Kapwing
Kapwing is an online video reverser shared stage where you can create images, videos, and GIFs to share on social media. It suits to be perfect for any content that performs varied tasks with video editor tools like trimmer, resizes, studio, subtitles, and audio addition. Kapwing is an all-in-one workspace asset that is a single secure place to place over your backup safely facilitated with cross-device capability. To whatever field of interest you might belong to from a school student, professional, media, or a design team, Kapwing is the right platform ease-to-use.
3. Clideo
Like Kapwing, Clideo is an online video reverser tool that does multiple tasking like video converter, file converter, audio joiner, video maker, and a slideshow maker. We have taken up Clideo in our list as it follows a simple interface and comes up with useful tools of the loop, stops motion, and meme required in the present video creation industry. Supporting all video formats like MPG, MOV, and VOB, Clideo is a fast editor with a high-level of data protection. Developed by Softo Ltd., Clideo has got more than 4.1M users and had made up 25M videos.
Now, let’s take a simple guide to reverse a YouTube video quickly with Clideo.
Step 1: Enter the link, https://clideo.com/reverse-video on your desired web browser like Chrome or Firefox.
Now add the files from your desktop or your smartphone from the “Choose File” option or the drop-down choose your convenient option like Dropbox, Google Drive, or YouTube URL to reverse the video.
Source: clideo.com
Step 2: Paste the YouTube link on the search box, and the video will process.
Step 3: The YouTube video will now start to play from backward where you can reverse the speed by changing the levels from 0.5X to 2X.
You can make a preview by playing or pausing the timeline of the YouTube video.
Once satisfied, hit the “Reverse” button on the right corner of the screen.
Step 4: Before downloading the revered Youtube video, you can play it once, and upon satisfaction, tap the “Download” button else you can go on with the “Back to edit” option.
You can quickly reverse a YouTube video with Clideo in just three steps, along with a watermark removal facility.
Reverse YouTube Videos More Creatively
Want to embed more creativity in your YouTube video before reversing them? Get to know some of the YouTube video downloaders from this session.
Keepvid
Keepvid is an online video downloader that converts a video directly to MP4 & MP3. It allows you to download videos from 100+ sites, including YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Vevo, Reddit, and BBC, irrespective of their video metadata. With Keepvid, you can listen to YouTube videos offline, save YouTube videos directly to MP3, download YouTube playlists everywhere, and anytime with the web-based lite-weight app.
YTD Video downloader
YTD video downloader has been in the market for years as a popular video downloader & converter. It is free to download software, allowing you to download video, audio, and playlist that could play offline. YTD video downloaded has gathered more than 200M users globally, supporting overall popular sites like Bing, Vimeo, TikTok, Yahoo, and Metacafe. With YTD, you can download the unlimited playlist and HD videos of 1080P at ultra-fast speed.
Want to reverse your YouTube video creatively and stunningly?
Wondershare Filmora is all you need, a complete pack of video/editing toolkit developed for the inspired that helps discover storytelling. It is a platform where you can create without limits, give life to your videos, craft fun in every clip, go beyond boundaries with endless possibilities, and make your epic story or adventure outstanding in the crowd. Filmora has a free version that allows you to access all the beautiful features like video reverse, ripple edit, trim, rotate, flip, zoom, edit, and audio ducking.
3.1How to Reverse Videos in Filmora?
Now that you have come to know about Filmora Wondershare, the best video reverser from the list, let’s directly jump over to a manual on how to reverse a YouTube video at ease.
Note: Before starting up, download and install the free version of Filmora on the device from https://filmora.wondershare.com/ .
Step 1: Open Filmora and click the “File” menu. Choose “New Project” from the drop-down.
Step 2: To import the YouTube video to the workplace, choose the “Import Media” option from the file menu.
From the drop-down, you can import files or folders at your convenience.
Step 3: Once the video is loaded on the media library, right-click on the track timeline and select the “Speed and Duration” option.
Tick the “Reverse Speed” checkbox and then hit the “OK” button.
Step 4: Doing so will play the YouTube video backward, and you can see the progress on the preview window.
Step 5: You can perfect your creation with filters or effects offered with Filmora.
Once done, click the “Export” option that will allow you to save the file in your destined format and export it.
You can upload the reversed YouTube video directly to your YouTube account or other social media apps with Filmora.
3.2Tips for Customizing the Reversing Videos
1. Add filters & effects: Adding filters and effects like Mosaic and Amaro can uplift your reversed video and make them attractive. Filmora has 200+ filters, utilities, overlays, and LUT.
2. Render/Perfect the audio: Audio is the backbone of the video that provokes and makes the creation sound perfect and outstanding. 76 in-built audio tracks included in Filmora consisting of tender, sentimental, folk, rock, and young categories.
3. Transform your video with transitions: While various ordinary videos crowd the Internet, make yours unique by transforming them with 3D effects and a slideshow. Filmora comes with 233 transitions like 3D, warp, dissolve & ripple slideshow, lifestyle, and still a lot more.
4. Perform video editing tricks: While trim, cut & merge, crop & flip, resize, delete, and watermark are pre-defined and traditional editing tools, why don’t you try something new like creating freeze frames, accessing sample colors, and zoom in/out timeline where Filmora has a toolkit more than what you expect.
Conclusion
Thanks to the technology behind video reversers like Clideo and Kapwing that does a great job of reversing the YouTube video online quickly. The alternatives YTD downloader and Keepvid also facilitates downloading your favorite videos from 100+ video streaming sites. However, if you aspire to become a creative & professional video creator expert in the field, Filmora from Wondershare stands as the best choice for all. Lastly, also note the tips discussed, and use Filmora today for a brighter career tomorrow.
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It could be a film or a reversed meme, a boomerang video on Instagram, or a rewind effect in a playback action. The reversing results make the clip compelling and creative. At present, many video creators find YouTube as a suitable platform for such rewind effects as it has millions of diverse genre video clips. Although the mechanism behind such an act can be quite confusing, it is no more if you get to know how to reverse YouTube videos at ease. Yes, video reversers are created and developed for such a purpose, and you can read below to understand how to play YouTube videos backward.
- Part 1: How to Reverse YouTube Video in the Quickest Way?
- Part 2: Reverse YouTube Videos More Creatively
How to Reverse YouTube Video in the Quickest Way?
Let’s take a look at some online tools that can play YouTube videos backward.
2. Kapwing
Kapwing is an online video reverser shared stage where you can create images, videos, and GIFs to share on social media. It suits to be perfect for any content that performs varied tasks with video editor tools like trimmer, resizes, studio, subtitles, and audio addition. Kapwing is an all-in-one workspace asset that is a single secure place to place over your backup safely facilitated with cross-device capability. To whatever field of interest you might belong to from a school student, professional, media, or a design team, Kapwing is the right platform ease-to-use.
3. Clideo
Like Kapwing, Clideo is an online video reverser tool that does multiple tasking like video converter, file converter, audio joiner, video maker, and a slideshow maker. We have taken up Clideo in our list as it follows a simple interface and comes up with useful tools of the loop, stops motion, and meme required in the present video creation industry. Supporting all video formats like MPG, MOV, and VOB, Clideo is a fast editor with a high-level of data protection. Developed by Softo Ltd., Clideo has got more than 4.1M users and had made up 25M videos.
Now, let’s take a simple guide to reverse a YouTube video quickly with Clideo.
Step 1: Enter the link, https://clideo.com/reverse-video on your desired web browser like Chrome or Firefox.
Now add the files from your desktop or your smartphone from the “Choose File” option or the drop-down choose your convenient option like Dropbox, Google Drive, or YouTube URL to reverse the video.
Source: clideo.com
Step 2: Paste the YouTube link on the search box, and the video will process.
Step 3: The YouTube video will now start to play from backward where you can reverse the speed by changing the levels from 0.5X to 2X.
You can make a preview by playing or pausing the timeline of the YouTube video.
Once satisfied, hit the “Reverse” button on the right corner of the screen.
Step 4: Before downloading the revered Youtube video, you can play it once, and upon satisfaction, tap the “Download” button else you can go on with the “Back to edit” option.
You can quickly reverse a YouTube video with Clideo in just three steps, along with a watermark removal facility.
Reverse YouTube Videos More Creatively
Want to embed more creativity in your YouTube video before reversing them? Get to know some of the YouTube video downloaders from this session.
Keepvid
Keepvid is an online video downloader that converts a video directly to MP4 & MP3. It allows you to download videos from 100+ sites, including YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Vevo, Reddit, and BBC, irrespective of their video metadata. With Keepvid, you can listen to YouTube videos offline, save YouTube videos directly to MP3, download YouTube playlists everywhere, and anytime with the web-based lite-weight app.
YTD Video downloader
YTD video downloader has been in the market for years as a popular video downloader & converter. It is free to download software, allowing you to download video, audio, and playlist that could play offline. YTD video downloaded has gathered more than 200M users globally, supporting overall popular sites like Bing, Vimeo, TikTok, Yahoo, and Metacafe. With YTD, you can download the unlimited playlist and HD videos of 1080P at ultra-fast speed.
Want to reverse your YouTube video creatively and stunningly?
Wondershare Filmora is all you need, a complete pack of video/editing toolkit developed for the inspired that helps discover storytelling. It is a platform where you can create without limits, give life to your videos, craft fun in every clip, go beyond boundaries with endless possibilities, and make your epic story or adventure outstanding in the crowd. Filmora has a free version that allows you to access all the beautiful features like video reverse, ripple edit, trim, rotate, flip, zoom, edit, and audio ducking.
3.1How to Reverse Videos in Filmora?
Now that you have come to know about Filmora Wondershare, the best video reverser from the list, let’s directly jump over to a manual on how to reverse a YouTube video at ease.
Note: Before starting up, download and install the free version of Filmora on the device from https://filmora.wondershare.com/ .
Step 1: Open Filmora and click the “File” menu. Choose “New Project” from the drop-down.
Step 2: To import the YouTube video to the workplace, choose the “Import Media” option from the file menu.
From the drop-down, you can import files or folders at your convenience.
Step 3: Once the video is loaded on the media library, right-click on the track timeline and select the “Speed and Duration” option.
Tick the “Reverse Speed” checkbox and then hit the “OK” button.
Step 4: Doing so will play the YouTube video backward, and you can see the progress on the preview window.
Step 5: You can perfect your creation with filters or effects offered with Filmora.
Once done, click the “Export” option that will allow you to save the file in your destined format and export it.
You can upload the reversed YouTube video directly to your YouTube account or other social media apps with Filmora.
3.2Tips for Customizing the Reversing Videos
1. Add filters & effects: Adding filters and effects like Mosaic and Amaro can uplift your reversed video and make them attractive. Filmora has 200+ filters, utilities, overlays, and LUT.
2. Render/Perfect the audio: Audio is the backbone of the video that provokes and makes the creation sound perfect and outstanding. 76 in-built audio tracks included in Filmora consisting of tender, sentimental, folk, rock, and young categories.
3. Transform your video with transitions: While various ordinary videos crowd the Internet, make yours unique by transforming them with 3D effects and a slideshow. Filmora comes with 233 transitions like 3D, warp, dissolve & ripple slideshow, lifestyle, and still a lot more.
4. Perform video editing tricks: While trim, cut & merge, crop & flip, resize, delete, and watermark are pre-defined and traditional editing tools, why don’t you try something new like creating freeze frames, accessing sample colors, and zoom in/out timeline where Filmora has a toolkit more than what you expect.
Conclusion
Thanks to the technology behind video reversers like Clideo and Kapwing that does a great job of reversing the YouTube video online quickly. The alternatives YTD downloader and Keepvid also facilitates downloading your favorite videos from 100+ video streaming sites. However, if you aspire to become a creative & professional video creator expert in the field, Filmora from Wondershare stands as the best choice for all. Lastly, also note the tips discussed, and use Filmora today for a brighter career tomorrow.
Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Richard Bennett
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