{"id":8523,"date":"2022-09-28T08:21:58","date_gmt":"2022-09-28T08:21:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/?p=8523"},"modified":"2024-08-19T11:18:45","modified_gmt":"2024-08-19T11:18:45","slug":"equipment-for-video-production","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/equipment-for-video-production\/","title":{"rendered":"Essential equipment for video production companies"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ready, set, pro! Starting your own production company is a huge milestone that may sometimes feel overwhelming if you\u2019ve been contemplating it for a while. But it doesn\u2019t have to be. Our guide steps you through the process of going from amateur to pro. You\u2019ll learn everything from acquiring essential equipment for video production to the pros and cons of renting vs. buying.<\/span><\/p>\n

4K Cameras<\/span><\/h2>\n

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You don\u2019t have to buy a Red or an Alexa to produce high-quality content. Start in the prosumer range of $1,300-3,500 for a <\/span>mirrorless or DSLR<\/span><\/a> 4K camera and learn to use it well. You can always rent higher-end gear. Until you have the budget for that, learn all the settings on your mid-range camera and shoot daily to become an expert on your videographer equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n

Some of the best cameras for <\/span>photography and video<\/span><\/a> are:<\/span><\/p>\n

Sony A7SIII<\/span><\/h3>\n

At around $3,500, this mirrorless DSLR is a favorite mid-range option for cinema cameras. The A7SIII delivers 4K resolution up to 120fps<\/a>, has great quality imagery in low light, and a bit rate of 10.<\/span><\/p>\n

Check Sony A7SIII<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K<\/span><\/h3>\n

This essential piece of gear gives you 6K footage for around $2,000, which is significantly less than most 4K mirrorless DSLRs. It comes with a Canon EF mount for high-quality lens options, so you are guaranteed beautiful images.<\/span><\/p>\n

Check Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K<\/a><\/p>\n

Panasonic Lumix GH6<\/span><\/h3>\n

At only $1,300, the Lumix punches above its weight with 4K 60fps capability and a color depth of 10-bit.<\/span><\/p>\n

Check Panasonic Lumix GH6<\/a><\/p>\n

Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR Camera<\/span><\/h3>\n

In the same price range as the GH6, Canon never fails to impress with its signature color, but this model is also known for its Fast Dual Pixel live view AF and 45-point array autofocus.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Check EOS 6D Mark II DSLR Camera<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Lenses<\/span><\/h2>\n

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You need a solid 4-pack of lenses to start:<\/span><\/p>\n