Our Video Production Equipment Guide - What we bring to every shoot!
Creating high-quality videos requires the right equipment to capture stunning visuals and crystal-clear audio. In this video production equipment guide, we'll explore the essential tools that we bring along to every shoot.
Cameras:
The camera is the heart of video production, and choosing the right one can significantly impact your final output. That’s why we invest in premium quality cinema cameras from Red Digital Cinema:
Red Scarlet-W 5K: These versatile cameras offer excellent cinema-like image quality with a 5K sensor, allowing us to reframe the image in post production if needed.
Red Komodo: A mini-sized Red, this camera is perfect as a B-cam for interviews, or for attaching to a gimbal.
Lenses:
Lenses play a crucial role in capturing sharp and cinematic shots. We bring along the following types of lenses for your video production:
Prime Lenses: Fixed focal length lenses known for their superior image quality and low-light performance.
Zoom Lenses: Versatile lenses that allow you to change focal lengths without switching lenses, providing flexibility in various shooting scenarios.
Wide-Angle Lenses: Perfect for capturing expansive landscapes and scenes with a broader perspective.
Telephoto Lenses: Ideal for capturing distant subjects and achieving a compressed background effect.
Audio Equipment:
Clear and high-quality audio is essential to convey your message effectively. We use the following audio equipment for professional-grade sound:
Rode NTG-4 Shotgun mic:
Sennheiser G3 lav mics
Zoom F6 Recorder
Boom Poles and Stands
Stabilisers:
Stabilisers are essential for achieving smooth and steady shots, especially when shooting handheld or on the move:
Tripods: Standard tripods offer stability and are perfect for static shots and interviews.
Gimbal Stabilisers: Motorized stabilizers that provide smooth camera movements and eliminate shakes while walking or running.
Easyrig: Provides stability and allow for more extended shooting sessions without fatigue.
Lighting:
Lighting can make or break the visual appeal of your video. We use high quality LED sources to ensure the talent looks their best. We use:
Aputure 300D
Kinotehnik Practilite
Soft LED Panels
Conclusion:
Having the right video production equipment is essential for creating professional and visually stunning videos. We invest in quality cameras, lenses, audio equipment, stabilisers, and lighting to elevate the production value and engage your audience effectively. The right equipment can take your videos to new heights and help you tell your story with impact.