Below you’ll find equipment that we currently use for shooting video and their Canon equivalents.
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Cameras
| Camera | Description | Price | Product Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nikon D3200 | 24MP – Cropped Frame 1.5x – 1080P HD Video | $355.95 | http://amzn.to/1SNxOuQ |
| Nikon D800 (we use for stills) | 36MP – Full Frame – 1080P HD Video | $2,949.00 | http://amzn.to/204sfvj |
| Canon EOS Rebel SL1 | 18MP – Cropped Frame 1.5x – 1080P HD Video | $499.00 | http://amzn.to/1RLQjgR |
| Canon 5D Mark 111 | 22MP – Full Frame – 1080P HD Video | $2,499.00 | http://amzn.to/1UTrBS5 |
| Panasonic GH5 (we use for video) | Mirrorless – 4K Video up to 60FPS – 1080p up to 180FPS | $1,797.99 | https://amzn.to/2NPlptR |
Tripods
| Name | Description | Price | Product Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tripod | High end Tripod with Horizontal Column (no head) | $249.88 | http://amzn.to/204Gn7z |
| Tripod Head | Manfrotto Pistol Grip Tripod Head | $199.88 | http://amzn.to/1WaPDqN |
| Tripod | Mid-Range Tripod Legs (need head) Vanguard Alta Pro 263AT Aluminum Tripod Legs | $119-$149 | http://amzn.to/2eODite |
| Tripod + Head | Budget Ravelli Tripod w/head (we use this for our workshops) | $75.00 | http://amzn.to/2erXVhn |
| Video Tripod (no head) | Manfrotto Tripod with 50mm Ball Leveler | $299.88 | http://amzn.to/1N7FsvP |
| Video Fluid Head | Manfrotto Flat Base Pro Fluid Head | $169.00 | http://amzn.to/1N7FC6z |
| Cross Arm for Tripod | Cross Arm for Vertical Shooting | $59.99 | http://amzn.to/2es0iAv |
| Camera Dolly | Pico Flex Dolly | $99.99 | http://amzn.to/1UTAmeS |
| Super Light Weight Tripod (iPhone) | Ravelli Weight Aluminum Tripod | $14.99 | http://amzn.to/1N7FeVz |
| Sandbags | Pack of 4 Sandbags | $16.09 | http://amzn.to/2es0HmP |
Lighting
| Name | Description | Price | Product Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flolight Fluorescent Video Light | Continuous, Fluorescent Lights | $179.00 | http://amzn.to/2ehFX1f |
| Genaray Spectro LED 2 Pack + light stands (we use for fill/highlights) | LEDs with adjustable brightness and color temperature | $369.00 | https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1330381-REG/genaray_spectroled_essential_500_bi_color.html |
| Impact Light Stand | 8′ Light Weight Stand | $32.95 | https://theblogvillage.com/light-stand |
| Diffusion Material | Makes 4 Pieces Good For 2 Lights | $9.72 | http://amzn.to/2f1U6hI |
| Lowel Ego Lights | Continuous, Fluorescent Lights | $105.88 | https://theblogvillage.com/EgoLights |
Monitors
| Name | Description | Price | Product Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mini-HDMI -> HDMI Cord – 10 feet | Camera to monitor connection (most cameras use this connection) | $7.99 | http://amzn.to/2eU5HuT |
| Tontec 7″ Monitor | 7″ Video Monitor | $68.98 | http://amzn.to/29LlPSq |
| Lilliput 10″ Monitor | 10″ Video Monitor | $219.00 | http://amzn.to/1V7eyff |
| Mini Tripod Stand | Amazon Basics Lightweight Mini Tripod | $6.99 | http://amzn.to/2g277bD |
Lenses
| Brand | Description | Lens Type | What’s it good for? | Price | Product Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikon | 50 mm f/1.4 | Fixed | Very versatile | $334.00 | http://amzn.to/204xP0L |
| Nikon | 50 mm f/1.8 | Fixed | Affordable great first lens | $131.95 | http://amzn.to/1RLWAZZ |
| Nikon | 24-70 mm f/2.8 | Zoom | Great all-around zoom lens for photo or video | $1,796.95 | http://amzn.to/1RLTHbz |
| Nikon | 105 mm f/2.8 | Fixed | Macro lens for close-up shots (our all around photo lens and video closeups) | $896.95 | http://amzn.to/2fGWHda |
| Nikon | 70-200 mm f/2.8 | Zoom | Great range | $1,199.00 | http://amzn.to/1oAhhzL |
| Nikon | 85 mm f/1.4 | Fixed | Shallow depth of field | $1,596.95 | http://amzn.to/1RMEp6p |
| Nikon | 17-35 mm f/2.8 | Fixed | Wide angle | $1,951.95 | http://amzn.to/1RMErvh |
| Canon | 50 mm f/1.4 | Fixed | Very Versatile | $349.00 | http://amzn.to/1V7bpMv |
| Canon | 50 mm f/1.8 | Fixed | Affordable great first lens | $125.00 | http://amzn.to/204Jlcm |
| Canon | 24-70mm f/2.8 | Zoom | Great all-around zoom lens for photo or video | $1,749.00 | http://amzn.to/204Dync |
| Canon | 70-200 mm f/2.8 | Zoom | Great range | $1,793.51 | http://amzn.to/1TAHzyP |
| Canon | 85 mm f/1.8 | Fixed | Shallow depth of field | $369.00 | http://amzn.to/1TAHJWY |
| Canon | 17-40 mm f/4 | Zoom | Wide angle | $749.00 | http://amzn.to/1WaV2Ou |
| Panasonic | 12-60mm F2.8 | Zoom | Great range | $897.99 | https://amzn.to/2uikrht |
| Panasonic | 8-18mm F2.8-4.0 | Zoom | Wide angle | $1097.99 | https://amzn.to/2uiWMxG |
Mics
| Brand | Type | Description | Price | Product Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sennheiser | Lavalier | $629.95 | http://amzn.to/1Mca9VR |
Music
| Name | Description | Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audio Jungle | Compilation of Music | Prices vary | http://audiojungle.net/ |
Props & Tools
| Name | Description | What’s it good for? | Price | Product Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Background Boards | Handmade wood product photography surfaces | Livening up over head fast paced backgrounds | $165.00 | https://www.etsy.com/shop/EricksonWoodWorks |
| Matthews C-Stand | C Stand with Sliding Leg, includes Grip Head & Arm | Supporting Overhead Hosted Camera | $197.00 | http://amzn.to/1UTzOG2 |
| Induction Burner | Cooktop | $59.99 | http://amzn.to/2qiD6WQ |