How to Start Investing in Film Equipment 2020 Edition
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Date: 2022-09-13
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El
Americans have this privilege of cheap film making stuff, i
am a bolivian film maker and here there is no online shoping or even
funccional mail, i manage to direct 2 ads for companies, edit a bunch of
music videos and directed 1, and i still have my first camera ever a
nikon D3200, gear here is EXTREMenly Expensive because economy is
complicated so we usully have to come out with creative solucions, i am not complaining i am just saying, never put excuses, tools
may make your image looks better but the most important thing is
passion, so if you cant affort expensive gear dont let that stop you.
and also be greatful with what you have.
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Americans have this privilege of cheap film making stuff, i
am a bolivian film maker and here there is no online shoping or even
funccional mail, i manage to direct 2 ads for companies, edit a bunch of
music videos and directed 1, and i still have my first camera ever a
nikon D3200, gear here is EXTREMenly Expensive because economy is
complicated so we usully have to come out with creative solucions, i am not complaining i am just saying, never put excuses, tools
may make your image looks better but the most important thing is
passion, so if you cant affort expensive gear dont let that stop you.
and also be greatful with what you have.
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For the last 3+ years, a majority of my work was for a production company that had their own gear. However, because I didn't own much of my own gear, I rarely found work outside of what they provided me. Been slowly investing in lighting equipment and just dropped a few grand on a GH5s package. Great camera with a lot of great and relevant features that can be used on a variety of different projects. I think it'll be a worthwhile investment to get me more of my own jobs and to upgrade to the next thing in a few years.
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For the last 3+ years, a majority of my work was for a production company that had their own gear. However, because I didn't own much of my own gear, I rarely found work outside of what they provided me. Been slowly investing in lighting equipment and just dropped a few grand on a GH5s package. Great camera with a lot of great and relevant features that can be used on a variety of different projects. I think it'll be a worthwhile investment to get me more of my own jobs and to upgrade to the next thing in a few years.
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Joe
I'm starting off COMPLETELY independently and it's not easy, but I'm making it work. I do the writing, directing, cinematography(not pursuing that profession but it's fun and very helpful, grip(again, just helpful, acting, editing and so on. I'm pursuing acting, directing, writing, and producing, but when you're starting off and all alone, it DEFINITELY helps to have your own equipment and know how to use said equipment.
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I'm starting off COMPLETELY independently and it's not easy, but I'm making it work. I do the writing, directing, cinematography(not pursuing that profession but it's fun and very helpful, grip(again, just helpful, acting, editing and so on. I'm pursuing acting, directing, writing, and producing, but when you're starting off and all alone, it DEFINITELY helps to have your own equipment and know how to use said equipment.
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Aditya
How to invest on your camera equipment. Get a camera. Look for latest camera equipments in your free time. Use your intelligence to reverse engineer it. Then make it yourself and save money and yet get professional output with the minimal budjet and maximum output. M working on the arri trinity reverse engineering. Will come up with the output very soon. Cheers people. Greetings from India
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How to invest on your camera equipment. Get a camera. Look for latest camera equipments in your free time. Use your intelligence to reverse engineer it. Then make it yourself and save money and yet get professional output with the minimal budjet and maximum output. M working on the arri trinity reverse engineering. Will come up with the output very soon. Cheers people. Greetings from India
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Tech
The tripod section hit home and I have advice for anyone starting out. Check local yard sales in your area. My first real tripod I got for $11 at a yard sale (it was old but going for $50-$100 on eBay at the time) and it served me well until I upgraded to a modern tripod in 2019 with quick release. Moral of the story: Yard sales are your friend at times
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The tripod section hit home and I have advice for anyone starting out. Check local yard sales in your area. My first real tripod I got for $11 at a yard sale (it was old but going for $50-$100 on eBay at the time) and it served me well until I upgraded to a modern tripod in 2019 with quick release. Moral of the story: Yard sales are your friend at times
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Oaktree
This is the best video i've seen about cameras for beginners! Im a student and i got 0 dollars/kronoR (SWEDEN. Im personally going to look for a canon camera! And this video gave me more confident to just look for some actors who just wanna make movies like me and just start shooting! Thanks again!
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This is the best video i've seen about cameras for beginners! Im a student and i got 0 dollars/kronoR (SWEDEN. Im personally going to look for a canon camera! And this video gave me more confident to just look for some actors who just wanna make movies like me and just start shooting! Thanks again!
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Tricklarock
I've probably saved myself a lot of money in the last year or more by trying my hardest to repurpose other things to use for my kit. Stuff like the wireless link for the computer monitor.
I've been trying to make things like backup cam/gps/etc monitors, and it's a pain in the ass!
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I've probably saved myself a lot of money in the last year or more by trying my hardest to repurpose other things to use for my kit. Stuff like the wireless link for the computer monitor.
I've been trying to make things like backup cam/gps/etc monitors, and it's a pain in the ass!
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Jacopo
I found the best solution is to team up with other people and rent what you need for the shoot. That way you can get your hands on quality stuff from the get go, and if you're prepared you can get great results without compromising as much as you would have to if you bought the stuff
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I found the best solution is to team up with other people and rent what you need for the shoot. That way you can get your hands on quality stuff from the get go, and if you're prepared you can get great results without compromising as much as you would have to if you bought the stuff
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Shannon
No mention of smartphone filmmaking? I'm surprised! There's A LOT you can do with a smartphone now including adding CINE lenses, anamorphic, preamps and great software tools like Filmic Pro. I'm starting out with cellphone filmmaking equipment and it works out great for me for now.
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No mention of smartphone filmmaking? I'm surprised! There's A LOT you can do with a smartphone now including adding CINE lenses, anamorphic, preamps and great software tools like Filmic Pro. I'm starting out with cellphone filmmaking equipment and it works out great for me for now.
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ALEX
When i get my first camera in a bundle a get that tripode, the first day i put the camera on that tripode i turn around and sundley my camera was on the floor and the kit lens broke. I cried, a camera of 900 dollars in a tripod of 15. end of history
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When i get my first camera in a bundle a get that tripode, the first day i put the camera on that tripode i turn around and sundley my camera was on the floor and the kit lens broke. I cried, a camera of 900 dollars in a tripod of 15. end of history
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Aaron
The equipment rental sounds like a good idea. Especially since I would do projects as a secondary income and not full time.
Most of the sites dont work in europe though. Does anyone have a good recommendation for gear rental in europe?
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The equipment rental sounds like a good idea. Especially since I would do projects as a secondary income and not full time.
Most of the sites dont work in europe though. Does anyone have a good recommendation for gear rental in europe?
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Willvisions
I've never liked used media equipments, even from a university grad at the time. My Mac, softwares, cine cams, gimbals, I bought all brand new and they work fine for years. The key is be patient and save.
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I've never liked used media equipments, even from a university grad at the time. My Mac, softwares, cine cams, gimbals, I bought all brand new and they work fine for years. The key is be patient and save.
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Little
Great video.
Im new & will be doing photography & video: travel vlogging. What would you reccomend budget option in 2020? I love canon & rf lens based on reviews. id love your thoughts cheers: )
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Great video.
Im new & will be doing photography & video: travel vlogging. What would you reccomend budget option in 2020? I love canon & rf lens based on reviews. id love your thoughts cheers: )
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Michelle
I bought a soft box, but it make my videos strobe! (Admittedly on my phone) but if I buy a mirrorless camera will I be able to use it! Great Video thanks, answered loads of questions
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I bought a soft box, but it make my videos strobe! (Admittedly on my phone) but if I buy a mirrorless camera will I be able to use it! Great Video thanks, answered loads of questions
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Eric
Would anyone know what the camera settings and key lights used in this video. I have a set up in front of the neon sign and I can't seem dial it in. The sign is blowing out the shot.
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Would anyone know what the camera settings and key lights used in this video. I have a set up in front of the neon sign and I can't seem dial it in. The sign is blowing out the shot.
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Dennis
Another great helping video but guys, why are you not promoting Square Space websites for video makers? Seems like you are always pushing
Square Space for photographers?
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Another great helping video but guys, why are you not promoting Square Space websites for video makers? Seems like you are always pushing
Square Space for photographers?
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Eazy
I actually bought the A6000 two days ago in a bundle for 500$ second hand (mainly photography, but video too of course) 1080p downsampled from 4k is a beauty lol
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I actually bought the A6000 two days ago in a bundle for 500$ second hand (mainly photography, but video too of course) 1080p downsampled from 4k is a beauty lol
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Jay
Cant beat getting a bmpcc4/6k if you want to shoot films on the best budget
Cheapest and a great option which in the last few years has been phenomenal.
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Cant beat getting a bmpcc4/6k if you want to shoot films on the best budget
Cheapest and a great option which in the last few years has been phenomenal.
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SWATxPolicy
Everybody seems to overlook Meike lenses. is it frowned upon? I have 3 lenses from Meike and they look great to me, all very affordable ($70-170)
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Everybody seems to overlook Meike lenses. is it frowned upon? I have 3 lenses from Meike and they look great to me, all very affordable ($70-170)
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Be
Great advice as people focus too much on getting the latest and best. I have FS7, A7ii and a few Rokinon primes and that covers most of my needs
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Great advice as people focus too much on getting the latest and best. I have FS7, A7ii and a few Rokinon primes and that covers most of my needs
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