Gear List - 2024 / 2025 - Silver-to-Gold Tier

This is a great set a gear for a mid-level Sony-based video setup that is professional without breaking the bank; optimized for small narrow spaces and solo talent. (Prices may adjust - currently benchmarked for Black Friday 2024)

NOTE: May need 2x outlet adaptors for power outlets that are not USA-based. Please purchase accordingly!

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GEAR LIST:

CAMERA:

Sony Alpha 7C II - $2,198.00 (Strong mid-market camera)

Camera Dummy Battery - $27.99 (Keep camera running plugged in to power - no battery management / charging.) (Needs adaptor for non US outlets)

Lexar 128GB Memory Card - $29.95 (Needs to be these minimum specs to record highest definition video)

LENS:

Samyang 24mm F1.8 AF  - $359.19 (Wide lens with blurry depth of field)

Variable ND Filter 58mm - $26.33 (Important for setups with variable daylight and for  those with lighter / pale skin tones)

TELEPROMPTER:

Elgato Prompter  - $279.99 (Best teleprompter - put on camera and plug into computer and go. Note: need USB connection port on computer nearby to film)

LIGHTING (SMALL SPACE LED FLAT):

Light + Softbox $287.00 (Flat panel + softbox for key light for small and tight spaces - no light stand included, see below)  (Needs adaptor for non US outlets)

Amazon basics light stand - $19.79 (Light stand)

AUDIO:

Mic - Rode NTG - $199.20 (Save money by not getting external recorder - record direct to camera)

Mic Extension Cable - $7.99 (Extend microphone cable from mic stand directly to camera)

Amazon basics mic stand - $21.49 (Mount microphone overhead above talent for optimal sound)

GIMBAL:

DJI Ronin-SC - $179.00 (Good smaller gimbal for lighter cameras and lenses; for smooth handheld shots)