As filmmakers, photographers, cinematographers, and content creators; we have a handful of gear and equipment that is essential to do our jobs. Then, we have a whole array of gear that is "nice to have" but not necessarily essential. Learn from my mistakes over the years and consider investing in these essential items that will stand the test of time.

Gear Mentioned in the Video:
Matthews C-Stands - https://amzn.to/4132t06
BenQ PD 3420Q Monitor - https://amzn.to/3KP6y22
Eizo ColorEdge Monitor - https://amzn.to/3GweUJC
DataColor Monitor Calibration Tool - https://amzn.to/3GwbZ3x
Westcott Scrim Jim - https://amzn.to/3KvxClw
5-in-1 Reflector - https://amzn.to/3o4SUPy
Sandisk 1TB SSD - https://amzn.to/3MEaq7o
Grey Card - https://amzn.to/40392hL
Color Checker - https://amzn.to/3KwCyXy
Manfrotto Tripod - https://amzn.to/410OtUy
Sachtler Flowtech Tripod - https://amzn.to/3GyM4YZ
Sanken COS 11D (verify correct connection) - https://amzn.to/3o8RCmr
Countryman B3 - https://amzn.to/3KQIb49
Sennheisser MKE2 - https://amzn.to/3MwHY7l

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Chapters:
00:00 Camera Gear | Essential v. Non
00:39 Item No. 01
02:36 Item No. 02
05:07 Item No. 03
06:31 Item No. 04
07:25 Item No. 05
08:28 Item No. 06
10:29 Item No. 07
12:44 Common Denominator