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Ultimate Mobile Video Gear
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items As a content creator/videographer, I have pretty much shifted from DSLR/Mirrorless to Mobile Phone videography. The quality is just about the same, and the accompanying gear is much lighter and mobile. Plus the ability to edit directly on the phone a...
Sections
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My Rig
Run & Gun
On Me at All Times
My Cameras/Phones
My Rig
This is the rig I use constantly, for red carpets, social coverage, product reviews, etc.. Maximum efficiency, while also still radiating professionalism. All the gear fits in a shoulder sling. If this is good enough for the Emmy's for ScreenRant, it...
The mobility of a smartphone, but with the respect and awe of a full camera set up
SmallRig All-in-One Mobile Video Kit
Full support without taking up an unnecessary amount of space. Also fits in your carry-on bag
NEEWER Professional Camera Monopod
No additional accessories needed to connect to your phone
Razer Seiren BT: Bluetooth Microphone
As great as bluetooth mics are, it does look weird holding it by itself
Handheld Mic Adapter
This thing will keep your phone alive for days! (at least 2)
Anker Zolo Power Bank 20000mAh 30W
Offloading footage has never been easier. Make sure to no heatsink or else it wont fit in the handle.
SAMSUNG 990 PRO SSD (No Heatsink)
In case you need an extra light, also makes the rig looks fancier
Lume Cube Bicolor Panel Mini LED Light
The Smallrig Rig comes with a case, but this case can hold everything, and the necessary power cables, but also fit in my sling bag. The Smallrig Case does not fit in my sling bag
ProCase Hard Travel Electronic Organizer Case
This all fits in here, minus the monopod
G4Free Sling Bag
I initially used these for cable management, but now I use two to make a “T” and place them on ground for marks
Multi Purpose Silicone Zip Ties
Most venues have water fountains/bottle fill stations. So why lug around a camel bag when I can pop this, get a drink, and put it away for later.
Collapsible Water Bottle
I cover a lot of conventions, trade shows, carpets, where badges are assigned and need to be shown or scanned. I'm tall, so a lanyard is usually too short and feels weird pulling myself down by a lanyard. So I have this on my bag to just strap the ba...
Heavy Duty Retractable Keychain Badge Holder
I'm a professional, but sometimes I want an autograph. Or I need to write on something
Black & White Permanent Markers
When you're averaging 15k Steps and above, you want to keep cool and also sometimes need wipe off that worker's shine.
Evaporative Cooling Towel
You shake a lot of hands, you don't know where they've been. Personally I took a stash from Boy Kills World Wonder Con junket they were throwing away. But having one in a nice holder makes a diference.
Travel Size Hand Sanitizer Holder
When you're out all day, eating convention/event food, your breath will start kicking. It's just a part of life. Gum helps keep the breath from going stale. I use neurogum because it's a very pleasant energy boost as well. But any gum is better than ...
Gum
Having a pen is always a good idea. Plus a stylus keeps the screen cleaner. Also, there's a gravitas to having your own pen, and a sense of joy when people realize it's multi-colored.
5-in-1 Stylus Pen&Multicolored Pen in One
I keep this in the bag so I can monitor sound. It's cheap, functional, and unobtrusive. When you're shooting alone and need to do audio and video, you can check it without making a spectacle.
Mini Bluetooth Earbud
So I buy a lot of stuff at convetions and trade shows. I can clip the bag to this and make it easier. Also sometimes I use it to hang the sling bag on something even though the bag comes with a loop to hang.
Large Carabiner
Perfect for the camera, the lens/filter, watch, and my glasses.
Lens Cleaner Kit - Travel Size
Maybe I watched American Psycho a few too many times, but having a nice business card and holder does make a statement.
Business Card Holder
Run & Gun
This is what I bring with me regularly, when I'm not scheduled to work. I can do most of the same things and only need my pockets to carry.
The added grip gives a lot of control, the magsafe connection is cool and allows for awesome rotation.
ULANZI JJ03 Magnetic Tripod & Selfie Stick
Honestly, I don't use this because I can turn on the light on my phone. But the added wow factor and the way people react to it is why I have it. Presentation of the gear makes a big statement.
ULANZI Magnetic Selfie Light
I like this one because it can induction charge. Also the built in wire let's me use it on my rig if needed.
Anker Zolo 10,000mAh Wireless Power Bank
I started with this and still use it with my other phone. The grip seems a lot more sturdy than the magsafe version, plus the cold shoe mount is great for attachments.
ULANZI JJ02 3-in-1 Mini Phone Grip
On Me at All Times
As a freelance, multi-hired, content creator, I never know when content or inspiration will hit. So, I always have these on me just in case. These are on my keychain or in my wallet.
Having a quick USB-C thumb drive always on the keychain make dropping and sharing files extremely easy and convenient. Especially when going between Android/Windows to Apple/Mac. You don't need a TB, but it lets you store things longer without having...
SanDisk 1TB Ultra Dual Drive Luxe USB Type-C
If you shoot with your mobile phone, finger prints get on it no matter what. Plus I wear glasses. So this is a necessity.
Stuff-it Microfiber Lens Cloth
I need to fasten/loosen things on rigs and equipment all the time. The trick was finding one that wouldn't trigger security. So no blades/blade-like pieces. This is my solution
TSA-Approved Keychain Multitool
Ever try to plug in your keychain USB with our keys still attached? It's a BAD experience. Need to remove the weight. So I have my thumb drive and multi tool on this.
Quick-Release Detachable Keychain
You just never know when you need to connect and what you're connecting too. This keeps you always ready and able.
inCharge 6 - Keychain USB C & Lightning Cable
Great for monitor sound, and generally awesome and well priced earbuds
Skullcandy Push Active In-Ear Wireless Earbuds
I have the Rolling Square one that has a charging dock I use to hang my keys. You just never know when you need more power, and having one that you never have to think about is a random life saver you'll always be thankful for.
Keychain Charger
My Cameras/Phones
I run with Samsung. I have the S25 Ultra, S24 Ultra as my primaries, which picture quality wise is about the same. Personally, I feel the zoom image is better on the S24 Ultra, but the editing capabilities and exports are superior on the S25 Ultra. P...
The latest and greatest Samsung Smart Phone in early 2025. I mention the date in case I never update this note.
SAMSUNG Galaxy S25 Ultra
It's a nice looking watch, and allows me to control my phone remote. As well as a very impressive voice recorder. I also use the bezel for stemming, but it also helps with camera focus/zoom control.
SAMSUNG Galaxy Watch 6 Classic 47mm
Easy to install, easily works with fingerprints/biometrics. Feel kind of dumb for buying because the phone has gorilla glass. But it's a habit at this point. Also the lens protectors are great in fit with the case I got.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Screen & Lens Protector
I don't want that phone finger, so I always get a ring and I love Magsafe stuff as well. This fits the criteria. A huge bonus is using this with the Ulanzi Magsafe Camera Grip, you create this super simple camera rotation you can control. Plus I want...
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Clear Case Magsafe
The quality and capabilities of this phone really changed the game for me. I helped grow a YouTube to over 3.5 million subscribers in a year with this phone. I'd give them credit on the videos if Samsung with give me one for free.
SAMSUNG Galaxy S24 Ultra
I got this because I got a good deal for trading in my old Samsung Active watch. The lack of a rotating bezel bothers me though. I prefer the 6 Classic. But still great for remote control of your phone/camera.
SAMSUNG Galaxy Watch 7 (44mm) AI Smartwatch
Honestly incredible case, dropped it a bunch of times, and 0 damage to the phone. The rotate at a point ring holder is honestly better for holding the phone and a lot more accessible. But the rotating one with the camera grip opens up a lot more shoo...
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Case with Stand
Easy install, seamless compatibility with biometrics, the privacy screen does mess me up when shooting crazy camera angles and move though. It also makes it hard to scan the barcodes I pull up when I return stuff. Which is why I just got a non-privac...
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Privacy Screen 2Pack