When it comes to gear, the second most common question I get is what tripod I use. So, today’s video answers this in depth. Continue reading My Favorite Tripods – Indie Filmmaking
Category Archives: Equipment
Small can be good. Moza AirCross 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer For DSLMs
Today, I’m reviewing the latest camera gimbal from Gudsen, called the Moza AirCross. This is a compact and ultra-light camera stabilizer for mirrorless and pocket size cameras. Continue reading Small can be good. Moza AirCross 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer For DSLMs
Wireless Video System – CINEGEARS Ghost Eye 600M
Today, I’m testing a long-range wireless video transmission system from Cinegears. Continue reading Wireless Video System – CINEGEARS Ghost Eye 600M
Dual Wireless Lav Mic Systems
Recently, I got a chance to try out two systems that allow to hook up two lav microphones to one recording device (ex. camera, portable digital recorder) and record remotely. Here’s my review of such systems from Saramonic and Comica. Continue reading Dual Wireless Lav Mic Systems
Camera Goat Slider – Review
Today I wanted to talk about a camera goat that will carry just about any camera package you throw at it – and it will let you get smooth dolly shots. Continue reading Camera Goat Slider – Review
Custom 4K, 6K, 8K Video Editing Computer
In this video I wanted to show you a custom-built video editing machine that so far has been able to handle anything I throw at it. Continue reading Custom 4K, 6K, 8K Video Editing Computer
Most Affordable Bright On-Camera Monitor With Pro Features
A weak point of many field monitors is that they are not very bright, making it difficult to use them outdoors. A monitor hood is one way to remedy this; another one is to spend over a thousand dollars, and get an ultra-bright model (1000 cd/m² or Nits). Continue reading Most Affordable Bright On-Camera Monitor With Pro Features
5 Must-Have Filmmaking Gadgets I Use Everyday
Today I wanted to show you 5 filmmaking gadgets I use all the time in my work. Continue reading 5 Must-Have Filmmaking Gadgets I Use Everyday
Azden SMX-30 Stereo/Mono Video Mic – you’ll never again forget to record audio
Although similar in many ways to the most popular on-camera microphones (ex. the Rode VideoMic Pro), the Azden SMX-30 has one killer feature that I wish every microphone maker would copy. Continue reading Azden SMX-30 Stereo/Mono Video Mic – you’ll never again forget to record audio
On-camera mic that doubles as boom mic: Azden SGM 250CX
If you are looking for a good on-camera microphone, Azden has a new option, the SGM-250CX Professional Compact Cine Mic. What sets this mic apart are some pro features, like a full-size XLR plug and Phantom power. But here is my full review. Continue reading On-camera mic that doubles as boom mic: Azden SGM 250CX