Step into the warm, glowing world of Golden Hour Photography with this behind-the-scenes look at a full-location shoot using the versatile Sony 24-105mm f/4 G OSS lens. In this video, we capture the essence of light, emotion, and movement as the sun dips low and everything turns golden.
Golden hour — that short window just before sunset — offers the most flattering natural light for portraits. The warmth, softness, and low-angle sun create long shadows, glowing highlights, and cinematic tones that are nearly impossible to replicate artificially. This shoot was all about harnessing that fleeting light and working quickly to make the most of every moment.
Shot using a Sony full-frame mirrorless camera paired with the 24-105mm G lens, this behind-the-scenes breakdown highlights the lens’s flexibility in a fast-paced, natural light setting. Whether we were capturing wide environmental portraits at 24mm or isolating the subject at 105mm with creamy background compression, the lens performed beautifully throughout the shoot.
You’ll see how we composed shots based on sun placement, model direction, and environmental elements—making full use of golden backlight, rim lighting, and soft lens flares to create images that feel dreamy and cinematic.
📸 What You’ll See in This BTS Video:
- Real-time behind-the-scenes footage from an outdoor golden hour shoot
- On-location natural light portrait techniques
- Zoom range use cases from 24mm to 105mm
- In-camera exposure tips and composition tricks
- Directional lighting and posing for dramatic golden tones
- Before & after RAW image previews and edits
This video is ideal for photographers wanting to understand how to shoot confidently in natural conditions without external lighting. You’ll also see how the Sony 24-105mm G OSS performs in backlit scenarios—retaining sharpness, contrast, and clarity, even when shooting directly into the sun.
We also dive into tips for working with your model during sunset—how to time poses, direct based on light movement, and maintain energy when working quickly as the sun sets.
📷 Gear Used:
- Camera: Sony A7IV / A7III / FX30 (whichever fits your kit)
- Lens: Sony 24-105mm f/4 G OSS
- Lighting: 100% natural golden hour sun
- Editing: Adobe Lightroom & Photoshop (Golden Hour Custom Presets)
- Location: Outdoor / Nature / Urban Setting
⚠️ Disclaimer:
This video is for creative and educational purposes. All footage was captured with full consent. It includes behind-the-scenes fashion and portrait imagery using natural light only. Viewer discretion is advised for those sensitive to close-up visuals or fashion styling.
