Interested in content creation? Here are my tools that I have used over the past few years as a social media manager and content creator.
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Camera and Lenses
Camera Accessories
Computer + Accessories
Camera Bags/ Cubes
Audio
Gimbal
Camera and Lenses
This is what is in my kit and should be in yours. Also, some recommendations for additional options.
My Primary Camera
Canon EOS R6 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera with 4K Video, Full-Frame CMOS Sensor, DIGIC X Image Processor, Dual UHS-II SD Memory Card Slots, and Up to 12 fps with Mechanical Shutter, Body Only, Black
My go to lens.
Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8 L is USM Lens
Super popular point and shoot style, with their classic fuji recipes
FUJIFILM X100V | Cameras | FUJIFILM X Series & GFX
Perfect for vlogging and getting wide angles.
Canon Rf 15-35mm F2.8 L is USM
For when you need to punch in a little more.
Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L is USM Lens, Telephoto Zoom Lens, 3792C002
Wishlist Camera, take your filming to the next level.
Canon EOS R5 C (Body) - Compact, Mirrorless Cinema EOS Camera - Full-Frame 8K IS & DIGIC X Processor, 8K/60K Internal RAW, HDMI 8K RAW Out, 4K/2K Oversampling - Dual Pixel CMOS AF w/iTR AF X
Great portrait lens
Canon RF 85mm F1.2 L USM Lens, Black
One of Canons good beginner to mid level cameras.
Canon EOS R8 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera Body
Another good starter option to get you into photography.
Shop Canon EOS R7
Camera Accessories
If you have your camera, this is what you'll need next.
You can never have too many of these.
Lexar Pro 2000x 128GB SDXC UHS-II Memory Card
Will help even the light on bright days.
PolarPro 82mm Peter McKinnon ND Filter Mist II
Same as the other variable ND filter. It will help even the light whens shooting on super bright days.
PolarPro 82mm Peter McKinnon ND Filter 2-5 Stop
Best way to cut down on that light glare.
PolarPro 82mm Circular Polarizer Filter
Nice way to keep a few extra batteries on hand.
NOMATIC McKinnon Battery Case for DSLR Batteries
Budget memory card case.
36 Slots Water-Resistant Memory Card Case
Budget Tripod
3 Legged Thing Patti Flip Lock Tripod - Black
Travel Tripod
Peak Design Travel Tripod (Carbon Fiber)
A nice option for a mini tripod. Good length for vlogging. I like to use it with a Gopro or 360 cam as a time lapse or B camera.
PGYTECH MANTISPOD PRO | Mini Tripod
Computer + Accessories
This is what I use to edit photos, videos, and create graphics.
An editing BEAST! Perfect for video, photos, and graphic design.
Apple 2023 MacBook Pro M2 Pro, 16.2-inch, 16GB/512GB
For your backups and backups backups.
SAMSUNG T7 2TB, Portable SSD
Must have for Macbook Pro users.
Anker USB C Adapter (2 Pack), USB C to USB
You can always use an extra port.
UGREEN 7-in-1 USB C Hub with Ethernet & HDMI
Must have for photographer/ videographer. This has been a staple in my bag.
Anker 2-in-1 USB C SD Card Reader
For those quick larger file transfers, or if a client needs a copy.
SAMSUNG Type-C USB Flash Drive, 128GB, 2022
This is my travel keyboard. Best paired with the case.
nuphy Air75 75% Low Profile Wireless Keyboard
Case for nuphy Air75
nuphy Air75 Exclusive Leather case-Yellow
Camera Bags/ Cubes
I can fit my R6, two lenses, and a few filters. Allows you to pick whatever bag you prefer.
Lowepro GearUp Creator Box Large II
A popular option for a camera cube.
Peak Design Medium Camera Cube for Travel Bags
Another good option for a camera cube. Plus you can use it as a stand alone.
Tenba BYOB 10 Camera Bag
Nice all around camera bag with ability to use for daily/ travel. Its pretty popular due to is modularity.
NOMATIC McKinnon Travel Camera Bag
Hard case for best protection.
Pelican 1510 Case With Foam (Black)
Inserts for modularity
TrekPak Foam Insert for Pelican 1510 Cases
If you need a little extra room.
Pelican Air 1615 Case With Padded Dividers (Black)
Budget option hard case. You can use inserts too.
5800 Weatherproof Protective Rolling Carry-On Case, X-Large
Audio
Easy way to get great audio with backups.
Good audio beats good video, elevate your game!
DJI Mic (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case)
Direct competitor to the DJI one
Rode Wireless GO II 2-Person Digital Mic
Alternative mic. Similar to the DJI Mic and the Rode Wireless Go II
Hollyland Lark M1 Wireless Lavalier Mic w/ Noise Canc
Budget mic to get you started. I started with this one. Super compact. Gives pretty good audio.
Rode VideoMicro Compact On-Camera Microphone
Run and gun mic.
Rode VideoMic NTG Camera-mount Shotgun Microphone
Another light weight option for a mic
RØDE VideoMic GO Lightweight On-camera Shotgun Mic
Still a light weight but a step up from the beginner level.
