# Dennis Ohuru > Youtuber, Consultant, Web Designer ## Posts - [How to travel to Diani On A Budget](https://dennisohuru.com/how-to-travel-to-diani-on-a-budget/): The coastal town of Diani, located approximately 50 kilometers from Mombasa city, is considered one of the best beach destinations in Kenya, and some would argue, Africa at large. Diani, you see, boasts of pristine beaches the likes of which leave you wishing you could buy a villa and settle right next to the ocean (like some rich folk down there have managed to do, cough cough) The place also has good weather all year round, water sports like jet skiing, snorkeling and scuba diving to mention a few and proximity to wild life attractions like Shimba Hills National reserve. […] - [I can't believe I have been creating YouTube videos for 5 Years.](https://dennisohuru.com/i-cant-believe-i-have-been-creating-youtube-videos-for-5-years/): I can’t believe it has been 5 years. Half a decade guys. Half a decade! It seems only yesterday I was contemplating starting a YouTube channel, and in a manner akin to blinking an eye. 5 years have gone by.  Being a YouTuber has been the experience of a lifetime, and the education I have obtained doing this job is the likes of which I never got in any educationary institution, or in a sense, will ever get anywhere else.  In that time, I have made 138 videos (some I deleted and others I have since made private) I have […] - [A Comprehensive Review of the Viltrox EF-EOS M Lens Mount Adapter](https://dennisohuru.com/a-comprehensive-review-of-the-viltrox-ef-eos-m-lens-mount-adapter/): If you use a Mirrorless camera in Canon’s EOS M lineup (for example the Canon EOS M50), you already know that you are limited in your lens options. The only lenses that will fit natively on your camera are lenses made exclusively for the Canon EOS M body. Those are not always easy to find or preferable in terms of price and utility.  Enter the Viltrox EF-EOS M Lens Mount Adapter.  A lens mount adapter that can open up your EOS-M camera body to the vast library of lenses that is Canon’s EF lens lineup.  I have had my Viltrox […] - [How To Get The Best Pictures Out Of Your Canon EOS M50 Camera](https://dennisohuru.com/how-to-get-the-best-pictures-out-of-your-canon-eos-m50-camera/): Since its release in March of 2018, the Canon M50 continues to be one of the most loved content-creation cameras. You only need to search the Canon M50 on YouTube to realise this.  Its biggest wins are compactness, ease of use, intuitive features aimed at content creation and price.  The Canon M50 was designed for video first, but what if the Canon M50 is your only camera? What if you want to use it for photography and wonder whether it can take good pictures? Wonder no more, In this article, I’ll delve into the photography nitty-gritties of the Canon M50 to […] - [Beginner-Friendly Guide On How to Start and Grow Your Vlogging Channel](https://dennisohuru.com/beginner-friendly-guide-on-how-to-start-and-grow-your-vlogging-channel/): Vlogging is one of the best, if not the best, go-to strategy for businesses and brands to exponentially grow their engagement and presence online.  Not only is it a powerful medium for storytelling, advertisement and entertainment, but it is also exceedingly effective as a tool for self-expression and community building.  For these reasons, and because of the low barrier of entry to vlogging, there has never been a better time to jump on the vlogging bandwagon to increase your presence and influence on the internet.  What Is Vlogging Vlogging as a word is a shortened version of Video Blogging and […] - [Master Video Editing; Useful Tips, Tools and Techniques For Beginners](https://dennisohuru.com/master-video-editing-useful-tips-tools-and-techniques-for-beginners/): The popularity of video content, as a medium of entertainment, education and advertisement continues to be on the rise. But rarely do consumers of video content stop to think about how the videos they consume are put together.  Few people stop to think about the significance of video editing and its role in taking raw video files straight out of a camera and turning them into ready-to-consume material that can be shared with the world.  And yet, no video would exist without video editing.  In this post, I’ll discuss how to master video editing and share useful tips, tools and […] - [How To Use YouTube Studio: A Comprehensive Tour By A Monetized YouTuber](https://dennisohuru.com/how-to-use-youtube-studio-a-comprehensive-tour-by-a-monetized-youtuber/): Today YouTube is home to more than 100 Million YouTube Creators and is the second most visited website on the internet after its parent company, Google. A YouTube Creator is anyone who has a YouTube channel and regularly uploads videos to YouTube. And aside from the logistical nightmare, on YouTube’s part, of sorting and serving videos uploaded by 100 million creators. The creators themselves also need a tool to manage videos, gauge the performance and reach of their YouTube channels and run their YouTube businesses appropriately. Enter YouTube Studio.  In this blog post, I’ll walk you through my YouTube Studio, […] - [Finding The Perfect Youtube Camera: A comprehensive guide](https://dennisohuru.com/finding-the-perfect-youtube-camera-a-comprehensive-guide/): The perfect YouTube camera doesn’t necessarily mean a camera from a particular brand,  but rather, a camera that meets certain specific criteria relevant to YouTube content creation. My name is Dennis Ohuru, a YouTuber with 4 plus years of experience on the platform. During that time, I have worked as a solo content creator for my Channel “Dennis Ohuru” and as a video editor for an expeditions channel called “The Mara Nomads.”  Because of this experience, I know a thing or two about what impact choosing the right content creation camera can have on your YouTube journey.  Especially at this […] - [10 Reasons Why The Canon M50 Is The Best Content Creation Camera At $500 to $650](https://dennisohuru.com/10-reasons-why-the-canon-m50-is-the-best-content-creation-camera-at-500-to-650/): If ever there was a camera that was made fit for purpose, It is the Canon EOS M50. And that purpose, I imagine, is Content creation.  When it came out in March of 2018, I doubt even the designers of the M50 knew just what a hit it would be among content creators.   My name is Dennis Ohuru, a YouTuber and content creator living in Nairobi, Kenya; And it just so happens that the Canon EOS M50 is my primary content creation camera. Having used the M50 for 3 plus years, I can now say, without fear of contradiction that […] - [Common videography techniques to Bring your videos to life](https://dennisohuru.com/common-videography-techniques-to-bring-your-videos-to-life/): In the modern world, we haven’t yet discovered a means of telling a story better than with good videography. Mastering the art of conveying a story using video is perhaps one of the most important skills today.  Whether you are a novice videographer or a seasoned pro, understanding and implementing the best videography techniques can greatly enhance your craft and captivate your audience.  In this post, I will delve into common videography techniques any would-be videographer can employ to bring their videos to life. But first. What is videography Videography is the process of capturing images (moving or stationary) using […] - [Starting A YouTube channel? Here Is All You Need To Know](https://dennisohuru.com/starting-a-youtube-channel-here-is-all-you-need-to-know/): Thinking of starting a YouTube channel, perhaps to indulge that creative streak you feel pinching you in the heart.  Or maybe you want to prove to yourself that you can do it, well, whatever your reasons, here are the fundamentals; things you should know before starting a YouTube channel.  My name is Dennis Ohuru, a YouTuber with 4 plus years of experience on YouTube, I’d like to think I know a thing or two about the platform Who Owns Youtube YouTube is an online video-sharing website that was founded by three former PayPal employees; Jawed Karim, Steve Chen and Chad […] - [7 Important Lessons I have Learnt In 4 Plus Years As A YouTuber](https://dennisohuru.com/7-important-lessons-i-have-learnt-in-4-plus-years-as-a-youtuber/): YouTube is a free video-sharing website that allows people to create, share and watch videos online. Since its inception in 2005, YouTube has become the second most visited website on the internet after Google, with approximately 2.7 billion monthly visits.  This amount of success has benefited both YouTube as a business and YouTube content creators, many of whom have taken advantage of the growth of YouTube to increase their influence and change their lives through online videos. Up to the early 2000s, only traditional broadcast companies and movie studios could afford to create films and videos with any level of […] - [The Best Video And Photography Settings On The Canon M50](https://dennisohuru.com/the-best-video-and-photography-settings-on-the-canon-m50/): The Canon EOS M50 and its older sibling the M50 Mark II are very popular cameras among hobbyist cinematographers.  They both work reasonably well for their price point in both video and photography roles. However, to get the most out of the Canon M50, you must know how to use it correctly.  In this blog post, I will delve into the capabilities of the Canon M50 for both photo and video and the best settings to ensure you get the most out of this very powerful camera. My name is Dennis Ohuru, a YouTuber, cinematographer and video editor with 3 […] - [7 Skills You Get From Being A YouTuber](https://dennisohuru.com/7-skills-you-get-from-being-a-youtuber/): The Internet is chock-full of articles about the skills you need to be a YouTuber. But no one ever talks about the skills being a YouTuber gives you. Let’s change that shall we? My name is Dennis Ohuru, a YouTuber with 4 plus years of experience producing, shooting and editing videos for my YouTube channel.  And the interesting thing is, 4 years ago I was just another guy dreaming about starting a YouTube channel; Too scared to start because I didn’t know one end of a camera from the other. More than that, I didn’t even own said Camera.  All […] - [Canon EF 50mm F/1.8 STM Review](https://dennisohuru.com/canon-ef-50mm-f-1-8-stm-review/): The Canon EF 50mm F/1.8 STM lens is a prime lens in the EF series of lenses offered by Canon.  50mm refers to the focal length of the lens and is considered one of the best focal lengths for shooting portraits.  In addition, the 50mm focal length of the Camera is considered a holy grail and a must-have in a cinematographer’s lens collection.  So much so that it is referred to, affectionately, as the “nifty 50.”  A name that encompasses its usefulness, durability and reliability and calls into focus the high regard which the EF 50mm F/1.8 is held in […] - [The Best Lenses For The Canon EOS M50](https://dennisohuru.com/the-best-lenses-for-the-canon-eos-m50/): Are you thinking of purchasing the Canon EOS M50 and are wondering what lenses to purchase and use with it? Maybe you already have the M50 or its elder brother, the Canon EOS M50 mark 2, and want to invest in lenses to level up your cinematography. If any of these two rationales describe you, this post is for you.  My name is Dennis Ohuru, a YouTuber and cinematographer. I have had my Canon M50 since July of 2020. I’d like to think I know a thing or two about the said camera. In this post, we’ll take a closer […] - [YouTube Monetization Secrets (How I Got Monetized On YouTube)](https://dennisohuru.com/youtube-monetization-secrets-how-i-got-monetized-on-youtube/): I started my YouTube channel on 6th April 2015, experimented with a few home videos and because I didn’t have the mental or economical wherewithal to really give YouTube a go. I just stopped uploading videos to my YouTube channel for years. It wasn’t until September 2019 that I made a conscious decision to be a YouTuber.  On 14th September 2019, I began my YouTube journey proper by uploading my “first” video to the platform. After which, I kept creating and uploading videos to YouTube and got monetized on 20th April 2023.  It took me exactly 3 years, 7 months […] - [Ulanzi MT-11 Multi-Function Octopus Tripod Review](https://dennisohuru.com/ulanzi-mt-11-multi-function-octopus-tripod-review/): The Ulanzi MT-11 is a multi-function, octopus mini-tripod offered by Chinese company Ulanzi.  Ulanzi, the company, designs and manufactures a wide range of camera accessories including: I bought my Ulanzi MT-11 in November of 2023, and since then it has served as my primary vlogging tripod.  My name is Dennis Ohuru, a YouTuber with a monetized YouTube channel by the same name. That said, I am ready to share my experiences with the tripod, both good and bad, to help you decide if the Ulanzi MT-11 is a worthy investment and whether it will make a good addition to your […] - [Weifeng WT-3520 Portable Tripod Review](https://dennisohuru.com/weifeng-wt-3520-portable-tripod-review/): The WT-3520 portable tripod is a budget professional-grade tripod by Weifeng, a Chinese company, and it is aimed at small Digital cameras and smartphones. It is also offered in some markets as the T-3520.  I have had my WT-3520 Tripod for a little over a year now, and in that time I have used it to make: That said, I feel that having had the WT-3520 for over a year, and used it extensively, I can offer my two cents and help you decide if it’s a tripod that works for you.  I am Dennis Ohuru, an internet entrepreneur, YouTuber […] - [Boya BY-MM1 Review; An Excellent Budget Microphone For Content Creators](https://dennisohuru.com/boya-by-mm1-review-an-excellent-budget-microphone-for-content-creators/): The Boya BY-MM1 is a universal cardioid microphone designed by Boya as a budget entry-level external microphone option aimed at new and intermediate content creators.  I have had my Boya BY MM1 microphone since October 2020 (3 years and counting) and today I’m going to do a thorough review of it. And tell you its strengths and weaknesses, its price and competition as well as how it has held up over the years.  So if you are considering getting the Boya BY-MM1 cardoid microphone or you are just researching external microphones, you’ve landed on the right post.  My name is […] - [7 Basic Video Equipment New Youtubers Need From A Monetized YouTuber](https://dennisohuru.com/7-basic-video-equipment-new-youtubers-need-from-a-monetized-youtuber/): So you are thinking of starting a YouTube channel uh? More power to you. Or maybe you’ve started one already and are looking to purchase a basic gear set to set you up for success (see what I did there) You’ve watched all the motivational videos about being a self-starter and growing your influence on YouTube. (I know I did before I started my YouTube channel.) And you figure it’s time to invest in yourself and buy some gear to level up your video production for YouTube. If that is you, then you’ve landed on the right blog post. I’m […] - [Canon M50 Review, From A 3-Year Owner And Youtuber](https://dennisohuru.com/canon-m50-review-from-a-3-year-owner-and-youtuber/): I bought my Canon M50 on 10th August 2020 and so as of the date of writing this blog post,  I’ve had it for a little over 3 years. I still remember with nostalgia going into the camera shop in Nairobi’s central business district and ordering my Canon M50. There I was, a newly minted YouTuber, with less than a year of experience making YouTube videos, upgrading from my smartphone to a proper camera. With my Canon M50 in hand, I would be the next MKBHD or Casey Neistat! or so I imagined. But I digress, the reason you are […] - [The Best Beginner And Midrange Cameras Under USD 1000](https://dennisohuru.com/the-best-beginner-and-midrange-cameras-under-usd-1000/): Are you looking to buy your first camera? Are you looking to get into videography or photography as a career? Maybe you want to start a YouTube channel and make videos to share with an online audience and in time, grow your influence and earn some money. If that is you, then you are in the right place. In this article, I will reveal the best beginner and midrange cameras under USD 1,000 to get you started in the right way. 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Feel free and confident and take no nonsense from any busy body, unless that busy body is Dennis Ohuru. - [Freedom Boy T-Shirt](https://dennisohuru.com/product/freedom-boy-t-shirt/): Designed by YouTuber Dennis Ohuru, whose second name Ohuru, means freedom. Step out in style like a man whose merchandise is properly functioning in your freedom boy tee today. - [Freedom Girl Hoodie](https://dennisohuru.com/product/freedom-girl-hoodie/): Unleash your style with the Freedom Girl Hoodie, designed by YouTuber Dennis Ohuru! Inspired by his last name, which means “freedom,” this hoodie embodies the spirit of self-expression and independence. Crafted for comfort and durability, it features bold, minimalist design elements that make a statement wherever you go. Whether you’re lounging, streaming, or out and about, this hoodie is the perfect way to express your freedom, both inside and out. Embrace your individuality with a piece designed by Dennis himself—because freedom isn’t just a word, it’s a lifestyle. Get yours today! - [Freedom Boy Hoodie](https://dennisohuru.com/product/freedom-boy-hoodie/): Unleash your style with the Freedom Boy Hoodie, designed by YouTuber Dennis Ohuru! Inspired by his last name, which means “freedom,” this hoodie embodies the spirit of self-expression and independence. Crafted for comfort and durability, it features bold, minimalist design elements that make a statement wherever you go. Whether you’re lounging in the house, or out and about chewing your money, this hoodie is the perfect way to express your freedom, both inside and out. Embrace your individuality with a piece designed by Dennis himself—because freedom isn’t just a word, it’s a lifestyle. Get yours today! [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)