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The Best Camera Kit for a New Videographer
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items Starting out in the world of video? I have over 20 years experience in the industry. Here are my top picks for equipment .
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Cameras
Lighting
Microphones
Tripod
Recording media
Other Video Kit
Cameras
The best cameras for videographers under £3000
The best hybrid camera . Recording slow motion in 4K and also takes stunning photos.
ILCE-6700 | Interchangeable-lens Cameras
The Sony FX2 has an inbuilt fan and is a cinema line camera. Want to get serious about filming for socials , concerts and more the FX2 is for you.
FX2 Cinema Line Full-frame camera
Lighting
Simple and effective video lighting solutions on a tight budget.
Professional , portable lights these are awesome! Forget cheap inconsistent lighting these lights will impress you and your clients.
amaran Pano 60c
Microphones
The most impressive sub £150 microphone set you will ever use . Discreet , robust and easy to setup in seconds. Noise cancellation works well and you can pair with you phone or professional camera.
LARK M2 - Wireless Lavalier Microphone
If you are to buy only one microphone set , buy these ! They are discreet , super light and run for ages. We use them on every job - broadcast and all.
Hollyland LARK M2S - Wireless Lavalier Microphone | No-Logo Invisible Fit
The most versatile microphone for a variety of audio recording needs. Comes with a battery so you can plug straight into an audio sender to transmit to your camera. Shotgun style microphone for booming over your subject , podcasts , interviews . Or...
NTG4+ | Dual-powered Professional Shotgun Microphone
Wants professional and powerful lights at a great cost ? These lights also look fantastic on set . You need great lights for a great production and these just work well every time .
GVM Lights Official Store - Great Video Maker - Video Lights
Tripod
You will need a great tripod and the free blazer is just that . Vertical or horizontal in seconds . The. Benefits ? Super low or extends high giving you a range.
SMALLRIG FreeBlazer 73" Video Tripod
Another great option for a professional looking tripod. We have used these on over 100 concerts and shows.
SMALLRIG AD-100 78" Carbon Fiber Video Tripod
Recording media
When it comes to storage we recommend Lexar, fast and reasonably priced. You can’t go wrong with a trusted storage brand like Lexar.
Lexar Memory Cards
Crucial sad storage , great combination of performance and price.
Crucial X10 Pro 1TB Portable SSD | CT1000X10PROSSD9
Other Video Kit
The best gimbal going for under £1000. Vertical or horizontal in seconds- we have used these in broadcast and for cinematic films . Don’t go cheap on a gimbal.
DJI RS 4 - Gripping Storytelling
You will need power , these small ring Sony batteries are fantastic. Cheaper and high capacity.
SMALLRIG 2400mAh Battery for Sony NP-FZ100