The Best YouTube Channels for Learning Cinematography & Filmmaking

My YouTube channel collection covers filmmaking! Cinematography tips, tutorials and reviews on all your filmmaking gear needs, from cameras to lighting and audio equipment.

IN DEPTH CINE  https://www.youtube.com/@InDepthCine

I make videos that balance creative thought with technical filmmaking concepts - the kind of content which I wished I'd watched before stepping onto a film set for the first time.

STUDIOBINDER  https://www.youtube.com/@StudioBinder

StudioBinder is a production management solution that helps video and photo productions create call sheets, shot lists, shooting schedules, breakdowns, storyboards, mood boards, and more.

CVP https://www.youtube.com/@CVPTV

Unbiased Videos For Filmmakers & Creators. CVP are Europe’s largest professional video, broadcast & cinema solution provider. Our YouTube channel focuses on in-depth camera reviews, lens evaluations, technical analysis, creative examples, professional advice, industry news, and much more!

EPIC LIGHT MEDIA  https://www.youtube.com/@EpicLightMedia

Get ready to learn a lot about filmmaking and stuff but please don't subscribe!

FILMMAKERS ACADEMY https://www.youtube.com/@filmmakers_academy

The #1 Resource Platform for Cinematographers, Film Crews, and Do-It-All Filmmakers, expand your technical knowledge, find inspiration, and collaborate with fellow creatives. Become a member today!

 FILM RIOT https://www.youtube.com/@filmriot

Film Riot is a how-to trip through filmmaking from the hyper-active minds of the Connolly Brothers. From how to make great effects to following us through production, Film Riot explores the art of filmmaking in a way you've never seen.

MARK BONE https://www.youtube.com/@markbone

I'm a film director from Toronto, Canada sharing my experience on how to make your films better. I upload new videos regularly showing behind the scenes looking at filmmaking and sharing my new work.

NORTHWEST CAMERA CO. https://www.youtube.com/@NorthwestCameraCo

Filmmaking & Rental!

CURTIS JUDD https://www.youtube.com/@curtisjudd

Learn lighting and sound for video--I post a new video every week covering lighting, sound, and camera gear for producing better video and film. Be sure to subscribe and get the latest updates to help you improve your video production value!

THEBUFFNERDS https://www.youtube.com/@TheBuffNerds

Filmmaking, cinematography, business, entreprenueriship!

BESTBOY ADAM https://www.youtube.com/@BestboyAdam

I teach filming techniques and use the possibilities of advanced tools.

ALEX ZARFATI https://www.youtube.com/@Alexzarfatifilms

This is a channel that talks all about filmmaking, from lighting breakdowns, behind the scenes of my Documentary projects and gear breakdowns of the latest film gear!

ALL THE GEAR BUT SOME IDEA https://www.youtube.com/@AllTheGearButSomeIdea

Dave Cheung's Film Equipment Review Channel.

FILM JAMS https://www.youtube.com/@FilmJams

Film Jams is a channel about filmmaking run by filmmakers. We release film tutorials, tips & reviews with new videos every Tuesday and Friday.

PAULE PORTER DP https://www.youtube.com/@pauleporterdp

My channel is all about Filmmaking, Gear Reviews as well as Davinci Resolve Tutorials.

PDMOKRY https://www.youtube.com/@PDMokry

Dallas-based filmmaker & gaffer vlogging my everyday shoots, from one-man band setups to full productions. It features behind-the-scenes content, lighting breakdowns, grip setups, my 1 Ton Grip Van, and how-to content.

GAKU LANGE  https://www.youtube.com/@GakuLange

Creative content from Japan

GRIFFIN CONWAY  https://www.youtube.com/@GriffinConway

Filmmaking & Cinema Cameras

JOE NICKLO  https://www.youtube.com/@joenicklo

Filmmaking tips & tricks, camera gear reviews, cinematography breakdowns, and other training-based content to help you level up your filmmaking. (Formerly Driven Films)

ROBERT MACHADO  https://www.youtube.com/@robchado

Las Vegas-based Director of Photography.

ROBIN WALBERG  https://www.youtube.com/@walbergrobin

I am a Finnish entrepreneur who loves to make videos!

ROCKKHOUND  https://www.youtube.com/@ROCKKHOUND

Reviews on mirrorless cameras, spherical and anamorphic lenses!

ANDBERY  https://www.youtube.com/@ANDBERY

Free Cinematography Guide

ALEX CHEUNG  https://www.youtube.com/@AlexJCheung

Wedding and commercial filmmaker/content creator based in Los Angeles.

ALEX PETTITT  https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPettitt

Live streaming is explained easily! That's my goal with this channel. Simple. I'm Alex, a live streaming expert and consultant from the UK and if you like broadcast tech and want to learn how to up the production quality of your streams... then hit the Sub button!

ALEXANDRU DON  https://www.youtube.com/@AlexDon

Filmmaking, Gear Reviews, Behind the Scenes, How to, Tips and tricks, Lighting tutorials, Vlogging.

ANDYAX https://www.youtube.com/@Andyax

Andyax is the channel to learn filmmaking in a joyful way!

ANIMUS VISUAL  https://www.youtube.com/@animusvisual

Gear Reviews, Travel Videos, Filmmaking Tips and Tutorials

ANOTHER CAMERA CHANNEL  https://www.youtube.com/@AnotherCameraChannel

If you're looking for more camera & gear reviews, tutorials for photography & video, and rumors, please consider subscribing!

ANSON & CO.  https://www.youtube.com/@Ansonandco

This channel is all about indie filmmaking. Here we talk about gear, tutorials, and a BTS look at project I’m working on!

ARMANDO FERREIRA  https://www.youtube.com/@mondobytes

A mixture of film, tech, and tutorials for gear nerds.

ARRICHANNEL https://www.youtube.com/@ARRIChannel

ARRI official YouTube Channel.

BLASÉ PIVOVAR  https://www.youtube.com/@blasepivovar

I am a filmmaker based in Kansas City currently working as a freelance dp and colorist. I enjoy shooting on Fujifilm cameras and helping others create better work.

BRITTNEY JANAE  https://www.youtube.com/@BrittneyJanae

Hello, my name is Brittney. I am a black female filmmaker living in sunny Los Angeles.

CAMMACKEY  https://www.youtube.com/@cammackey

Photographer, Cinema, Music :) CamMacky.com

CURIOUS REFUGE  https://www.youtube.com/@curiousrefuge

Welcome to the world's first online home for AI storytellers.

DANIEL ADAMS  https://www.youtube.com/@danielp_adams

Commercial and Narrative Director of Photography

DAVID ZHOU  https://www.youtube.com/@DavidZhou

A guy, his a camera, and a passion for making videos. If you want to chat, join my Discord server! https://discord.gg/HAFSC3wyhK

DJI TUTORIALS  https://www.youtube.com/@DJITutorials

DJI Tutorials is your one-stop online workshop for all of our products. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced pilot, our tutorial videos cover everything you'll need to know from unboxing to flying your multi-rotor or tuning your camera stabilization system.

DSLR VIDEO SHOOTER  https://www.youtube.com/@dslrvideoshooter

DSLR Video Shooter is run by Caleb Pike and is the place to find the best gear reviews and tutorials for making your videos better. Looking to learn more about video making and cameras? Check out the Video Shooter's Academy for more: https://academy.dslrvideoshooter.com

EDWARD LEE  https://www.youtube.com/@edwardleefilms

Filmmaking tips! 

APUTURE  https://www.youtube.com/@aputurelighting

Aputure Cinematography Gear and Content

ART VIDEO PRODUCTIONS  https://www.youtube.com/@ArtVideoProductions

ArtVideo Productions is a full-time video production company, based in the U.S., and a YouTube Tech Channel, not just limited to reviews, but also inspired in making technical and helpful videos that help the cinematography community in deciding what next gear to buy, or how to use them, also including lighting techniques for Audio, Video and Lighting as more videos are uploaded.

GAFFER & GEAR  https://www.youtube.com/@gaffergear

Gear reviews and tips from a Film and TV lighting professional.

ANAMORPHIC ON A BUDGET  https://www.youtube.com/@AnamorphicOnABudget

In-depth reviews and tests of anamorphic lenses and adapters. Find modding instructions, anamorfake tutorials, and everything else CinemaScope related. I'm Tito Ferradans and this is Anamorphic on a Budget.

ATLAS LENS CO.  https://www.youtube.com/@AtlasLensCo

Atlas Lens Co. is a modern lensmaker on a mission to democratize anamorphic cinema.

BLAZAR ANAMORPHIC  https://www.youtube.com/@blazaranamorphic

Blazar Lens, known as GREAT JOY, is a fast-developing company that specializes in anamorphic industry. Our mission is to bring high-quality yet budget-friendly anamorphic lenses and adapters to life.

MIKKO TIMONEN   https://www.youtube.com/@mikkotimonen1149

NY/LA based cinematographer. Anamorphic lens tests and comparisons.