Over the last few weeks, I have asked to share what I gear I use to create my IGTV videos. So I put together the blog post for you along with a brand new episode of Tea with Jainé on Instagram. I want to preface this post (and video) by saying you do NOT need a lot of gear to make videos. Your phone is just fine! Hey, that’s how I got started in the first place! I decided to invest in additional lighting so I could film when it’s dark out and I am a wedding photographer, so I’m bound to love gear. Right?! I hope this post is helpful & if you have any questions, please leave me a comment below.
iPhone Setups:
Joby Tripod with Level - I love this bendy flexible tripod for recording with my phone or camera. It has a built in level that is super handy when filming alone.
Manfrotto Table Top Tripod - If you are looking for a smaller table top tripod, I love this Manfrotto one. It’s perfect for sitting on my desk and giving my iPhone a bit of extra height. It’s great for vlogging as well!
Square Jellyfish 360 iPhone Mount - This is my favorite mount for my tripod to easily attach my iPhone. I love this one because of the 360 ability. I can flip from Vertical to Horizontal landscapes in a second and there is no additional piece of equipment required. IGTV is vertical video so this is best for me!
Mirrorless Camera Setups:
Sony AR7III - I wanted to use a great camera for video and Sony is where it is at. The quality is great and it’s super easy to use and setup. I also use this camera as my “personal” camera when I’m not photographing weddings or sessions with my clients. It’s an investment but for me, it was worth it.
Sony 35mm 1.8 Lens - I recently added the 35mm 1.8 Sony lens into my kit because I needed a wider lens. It’s great for recording in a horizontal landscape and then zooming in to edit my videos vertically.
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II- I don’t personally own this camera but I know it’s awesome for vlogging. It has a built-in swivel screen so you can easily see yourself when you are recording. This feature is SO important if you are doing everything on your own. Trust me! You want to make sure you are in focus!!
SmallHD Focus Screen Kit for Sony - I purchased this additional focusing screen for my Sony camera so I could see myself while I record my videos. The swivel arm allows me to rotate the screen and adjust how I see myself with helpful on-screen markers to let me know when I am out of focus or not!
Manfrotto 190 Go! Aluminum Tripod - This tripod is one of my favorites for a lot of reasons, but the 190 Go! is amazing because the tripod column comes out and re-inserts into the tripod so you can fully have your camera horizontal to record your hands, flat-lays, and more. This is great if you are a crafter, doing DIY’s, or want to record how you style your wedding invitations.
Cheetah Light Stand - One of my favorite light stands because the bottom legs automatically open up thus saving you time for setup.
On Camera Microphone - One of my next purchases will be this Rode VideoMic Pro + Camera Mount Shotgun Microphone because it’s so compact.
Lighting Setups:
Neewer Ring Light Kit - (similar to shown in video) My lighting kit is no longer available but this is a great substitute for your home recording needs. It includes a ring light, diffuser panels, wireless remote, and light stand all in one. It’s a great deal!
Ring Light Kit with Remote & Stand: If the Neewer kit is out of your range, this is a great 10” ring lighting kit that you can attach your iphone too and make videos from anywhere. It’s dimmable with three settings and perfect for Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube videos!
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