Scott Simmons has been highlighting useful tools for editors for years now, so we thought we’d do something similar for cinematographers, directors and other content producers. Our Great Gear from Filmtools series will highlight the countless products that are available for purchase on Filmtools for anyone trying to maximize their budget, no matter how large or small.
This month, we take a look at a lighting option that’s as cheap as it is powerful, the most affordable 4K cinema camera on the market, multiple production carts that can fit the demands on set and much more. Be sure to create a Filmtools account to gain access to quoting, quick ordering, and more.
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Built from the ground up at our Burbank facility, this cart is an affordable workhorse. Designed to fit many demands for those on set, we’ve attached everything from aircraft-grade stainless steel rivets to 8″ and 10″ pneumatic tires to 24″ x 48″ top and lower shelves. The U-Bar is removable and can be repositioned, and the whole cart can be used as a 2-wheeled hand truck.
https://www.filmtools.com/filmtools-converted-senior-cart.html
If you don’t need something that size, we also offer a 24.x36 model. In either size, these carts are built to last, which is why Filmtools guarantees the components from B&P Manufacturing and Backstage Equipment to be free of defects for ten years.
https://www.filmtools.com/filmtools-converted-junior-cart.html
The Aputure MC RGBWW LED Light is a new, affordable pocket RGBW with an internal rechargeable battery. It’s part of the M-series of lights and features RGB LEDs, as well as both tungsten- and daylight-balanced LEDs, creating a full hue controllable LED that emits up to 95% of the BT 2020 color gamut.
Easily fitting into the palm of your hand, it also features one of the best apps on the market to remotely control your light from your mobile device. The integrated battery will run the fixture for two hours at maximum brightness, providing you with an onset lighting option that is as cheap as it is powerful.
https://www.filmtools.com/aputure-mc-rgbww-led-light-mc.html
A perfect expression of form and function, the Canon C500 is an affordable Full Frame, high res (5.9K down-sampled for a nice 4k) cinema camera. It addresses many of the issues from Gen 2 Canon cinema and is light years ahead of original C500.
Dual pixel autofocus, user interchangeable lens mounts, proxy recording and anamorphic lens support are just a few of the features that have made it stand out. It gives you a ton of affordable options to build your ideal cinema system.
https://www.filmtools.com/canon-eos-c500-mark-ii-cinema-camera.html
Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini HDMI Live Stream Switcher
The USB webcam output of ATEM Mini connects to any computer and looks just like a built-in webcam for streaming to social media platforms. It’s a true broadcast switcher hidden in a tiny and affordable design.
https://www.filmtools.com/blackmagic-design-atem-mini-hdmi-live-stream-switcher.html
With the ATEM Mini Pro, you can control everything needed for live streaming in the ATEM switcher app. It includes a new hardware streaming engine to allow direct streaming via its Ethernet connection to YouTube Live, Facebook and Twitch. That means you can live stream in better quality, without dropped frames and with much simpler settings.
https://www.filmtools.com/blackmagic-atem-mini-pro.html
Aputure P300C Nova Light Panel Kit
This RGBWW chipset allows the product to strike a balance between intense output, and precision color quality, capable of producing 9,000+lux at 1 meter (5500K) with a CCT range of 2,000K-10,000K. It puts high-quality RGBWW panels into an affordable space for producers and productions of all sizes.
https://www.filmtools.com/aputure-p300c-nova-light-panel-kit.html
Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
Easy to use and capable of capturing great-looking cinematic footage, this versatile, entry-level, high-res cinema camera was and still remains the best bang for your buck.
https://www.filmtools.com/blackmagic-design-pocket-cinema-camera-4k-cinecampochdmft4k.html
Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 6K w/ Canon EF Mount
Blackmagic Raw or ProRes 422 provides you with two powerful options that can be shot in multiple resolutions, depending on your project’s needs. A recent price drop has meant that you can do so in an especially affordable manner.
https://www.filmtools.com/blackmagic-design-pocket-cinema-camera-6k-canon-ef-cinecampochdef6k.html
PVC is a proud sister company to Filmtools, which has become the go-to destination for creatives looking to source production equipment such as: camera support, lighting, studio carts, grip, electrical, recordable media, hard drive and memory card storage, audio equipment, and on-set expendables. Visit our Flagship store in Burbank, or easily shop online 24/7 at Filmtools.com for all of your filmmaking needs.