Cameras
Essentials Don't underestimate the power of your smartphone camera. Award-winning films have been filmed on phones. And it's easier to round up two or three of these for more video coverage.
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Beginner DSLRs are the go-to cameras for many smaller production crews right now. They give good images, they're easy to handle, and they're not too expensive. This one is a good starter DSLR.
Smartphone camera
Don't underestimate the power of your smartphone camera. Award-winning films have been filmed on phones. And it's easier to round up two or three of these for more video coverage.
Canon C300 Mark II
This is a step up from the Canon C100 Mark II, with more features like 4K, slow-motion, and more color options. It's also more bulky and has more detachable parts, so it's better for sit-down interviews and use with a tripod.
Canon EOS Rebel T7i
DSLRs are the go-to cameras for many smaller production crews right now. They give good images, they're easy to handle, and they're not too expensive. This one is a good starter DSLR.
Canon C100 Mark II
This camera is pretty portable, fits with many Canon lenses, and grips well for hand-held filming. It does not shoot 4K, but for the price, it has great color and image quality.
