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My Gear

Here is the kit behind my recent videos and client work, organized by category. Tap any thumbnail to watch my video about that gear, and check the price on Amazon, or at B&H where that button is shown.

Cameras

DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro - frame from my video

DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro

My rugged pocket action cam for POV and B roll.

DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - frame from my video

DJI Osmo Pocket 3

The tiny gimbal camera I grab for vlogs and walk and talk shots.

Insta360 X5 - frame from my video

Insta360 X5

Newer model, not tested by me

The newer Insta360 360 camera. My video shows the ONE R Twin Edition, which is no longer sold new.

Insta360 X4 - frame from my video

Insta360 X4

8K 360 camera for shots I can reframe later.

Sony A1 II - frame from my video

Sony A1 II

Sony's flagship hybrid body, 8K video and 50MP stills.

Sony A7R V - frame from my video

Sony A7R V

A high resolution Sony body for detailed photo and video work.

Sony A7S III - frame from my video

Sony A7S III

A full frame low light camera built for clean video.

Sony FX30 - frame from my video

Sony FX30

My compact Super 35 cinema camera for run and gun shoots.

Tilta Cage for Sony A1 II - frame from my video

Tilta Cage for Sony A1 II

The cage I run on my A1 II for solid mounting and protection.

Lenses

Laowa 10mm - frame from my video

Laowa 10mm

An ultra wide prime with almost zero distortion for real estate.

Rokinon 135mm F1.8 AF - frame from my video

Rokinon 135mm F1.8 AF

A fast 135mm prime for compression and clean portraits.

Audio

DJI Mic - frame from my video

DJI Mic

The wireless mic system that made clean audio simple.

DJI Mic 2 - frame from my video

DJI Mic 2

A reliable wireless mic with internal recording as a backup.

DJI Mic 3 - frame from my video

DJI Mic 3

The latest DJI wireless mic, clean audio and easy pairing.

Deity V-Mic D4 Duo - frame from my video

Deity V-Mic D4 Duo

A dual capsule shotgun mic for rich on camera sound.

Hollyland Lark Max 2 - frame from my video

Hollyland Lark Max 2

A compact wireless mic combo with great sound for the price.

Rode Wireless Pro - frame from my video

Rode Wireless Pro

A pro wireless system with 32 bit float and timecode.

SmallRig S70 Wireless Mic - frame from my video

SmallRig S70 Wireless Mic

Newer model, not tested by me

The newer SmallRig wireless mic set, with receivers for a camera and a USB-C phone. My video shows the Forevala W60.

Synco D2 Wireless - frame from my video

Synco D2 Wireless

The wireless version of the Synco D2 shotgun mic I reviewed. No XLR cable or phantom power needed. Synco says it does not work with the Sony A7 IV or A7 V.

Lighting

Amaran F21x - frame from my video

Amaran F21x

A flexible LED mat light for soft, portable lighting.

Aputure Storm 400x - frame from my video

Aputure Storm 400x

Newer model, not tested by me

A newer, compact Aputure point light for serious filmmaking setups. My video shows the LS 600d, which is no longer sold new.

Godox V1 (Sony) - frame from my video

Godox V1 (Sony)

A round head flash for clean, soft light on the go.

Godox VL200 - frame from my video

Godox VL200

A strong continuous light for studio style shoots.

Nanlite PavoTube II 15C - frame from my video

Nanlite PavoTube II 15C

An RGB tube light for color and accent lighting.

Filters

PolarPro VND/PL filter - frame from my video

PolarPro VND/PL filter

A variable ND and polarizer in one for fast exposure control.

Support & Monitoring

Andycine A6 Plus V2 6" Monitor - frame from my video

Andycine A6 Plus V2 6" Monitor

Newer model, not tested by me

The newer 6 inch version of the touchscreen monitor I reviewed, for accurate framing.

Atomos Ninja Ultra - frame from my video

Atomos Ninja Ultra

Newer model, not tested by me

The newer Atomos recorder and monitor for clean high quality footage. My video shows the Ninja V+.

Peak Design Travel Tripod - frame from my video

Peak Design Travel Tripod

One of the best travel tripods, packs down to a water bottle.

Tech & Workflow

Apple AirPods Pro 3 - frame from my video

Apple AirPods Pro 3

My daily earbuds for edit checks and clean calls.

Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max - frame from my video

Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max

Newer model, not tested by me

The current version of the MacBook Pro I edit and color on. I use the M4 Max shown in my video.

KAIWEETS KTI-200 - frame from my video

KAIWEETS KTI-200

Similar product, not tested by me

A thermal camera I added for a different creative look. The KTI-200 is sold out, so the link opens a very similar BSIDE thermal camera with the same 240 x 240 resolution.

Logitech MX Master 4 - frame from my video

Logitech MX Master 4

The mouse I edit with all day, precise and comfortable.

SODI Robot Stand - frame from my video

SODI Robot Stand

Similar product, not tested by me

A magnetic stand for a compatible iPhone or case, useful for desk recording and continuity camera. The SODI stand is sold out, so the link opens a similar mount.

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