A Simple List of Filmmaking Equipment for Beginners

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Camera

Lens

Tripod

Lighting

Microphone

CAMERA

Sony FX30 Super 35 Cinema Line Camera

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Sony FX30 Super 35 Cinema Line Camera

The Sony FX30 is a solid choice for filmmakers seeking cinema-quality results in a compact package. Its impressive feature set and image quality make it a worthy investment for serious content creators.

FX30 Key Features

The FX30 packs a punch with its impressive array of capabilities. We were blown away by its performance during our testing.

20.1 MP Exmor R APS-C Sensor

This camera boasts a powerful 20.1 MP Exmor R APS-C sensor, delivering stunning image quality. We found it captures crisp, detailed shots with excellent color reproduction.

S-CinetoneTM Color Profile

The S-CinetoneTM color profile is a game-changer. It produces cinematic-looking footage straight out of the camera, saving time in post-production. We loved the rich, film-like tones it created.

Flexible ISO and Shooting Modes

The FX30 offers versatile ISO options and multiple shooting modes. We appreciated the Cine EI Quick and Cine EI Log modes, which allowed us to optimize image quality for different scenarios.

User LUT Customization

Customizable LUTs (Look-Up Tables) add significant value. We could apply them to the LCD display and HDMI output, and even embed them in clips. This feature streamlined our workflow considerably.

Dual Base ISO and Wide Dynamic Range

The dual base ISO capability, combined with a 14+ stop dynamic range, impressed us. It produced clean, low-noise images across various lighting conditions, giving us more flexibility in challenging environments.

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    LENS

    Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM Lens

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    Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM Lens
    TRIPOD

    SmallRig AD-01 3751B Tripod

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    SmallRig AD-01 3751B
    LIGHTING

    SmallRig RA-D85 33″ Parabolic Softbox

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    SmallRig RA-D85 33" Parabolic Softbox
    MICROPHONE

    Rode VideoMic Shotgun Microphone

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    Rode VideoMic NTG On-Camera Supercardioid Shotgun Microphone
    SanDisk Creator microSD Card

    SanDisk Creator microSD Card

    Capture stunning 4K and 5.3K footage effortlessly with pro-level performance. Focus less on storage and more on chasing your next idea — whenever and wherever inspiration strikes.

    • 128GB: Up to 190MB Read / 90MB Write
    • 256GB+: Up to 190MB Read / 130MB Write
    • 3 Months of Adobe Lightroom
    128GB 256GB 512GB 1TB
    SanDisk Creator SD UHS-II Card - 128GB

    SanDisk Creator SD UHS-II Card

    A high-performance memory card for creators who require professional-grade image and video capture with exceptional reliability.

    • 128GB: Up to 280MB Read / 100MB Write
    • 256GB+: Up to 280MB Read / 150MB Write
    • 1 Month of Adobe Creative Cloud
    128GB 256GB 512GB 1TB
    SanDisk Creator Phone Drive - 128GB

    SanDisk Creator Phone Drive

    Easily transfer content between your iPhone, iPad, and Mac with both USB Type-C™ and Lightning connectors.

    • Up to 90MB Read / 90MB Write
    • iPhone 13+, Android 8, Windows 10+, Mac 12+
    • 3 Months of Adobe Lightroom
    128GB 256GB
    SanDisk Creator USB-C Flash Drive

    SanDisk Creator USB-C Flash Drive

    Designed for content creators who demand performance and durability at home, in the studio, and on-the-go. Versatile USB Type-C™ connector.

    • Up to 400MB Read / 400MB Write
    • Android 8, Windows 10+, Mac 12+
    • 3 Months of Adobe Lightroom
    256GB 512GB 1TB
    SanDisk Creator Pro Portable SSD - 1TB

    SanDisk Creator Pro Portable SSD

    SanDisk Creator Pro Portable SSD delivers the speed, capacity, and durability you need for your demanding creative workflows.

    • Up to 2000MB Read / 2000MB Write
    • Windows 10+, Mac 14+
    • 1 Month of Adobe Creative Cloud
    1TB 2TB 4TB
    SanDisk Creator Desk Drive - 4TB

    SanDisk Creator Desk Drive

    Available with up to 8TB of capacity, the SanDisk Creator Desk Drive delivers read speeds up to 4x faster than a desktop hard drive.

    • Up to 1000MB Read / 1000MB Write
    • Windows 10+, Mac 14+
    • 1 Month of Adobe Creative Cloud
    4TB 8TB