This comprehensive guide, crafted by industry professionals from the Moment Team, delves into the heart of cinema production, providing valuable insights and detailed reviews of the latest and most effective filmmaking equipment. From the intricacies of selecting the perfect rig to the nuances of capturing pristine audio, we cover every aspect to enhance your filmmaking experience. Whether you're a budding indie filmmaker or a seasoned director, our guide is tailored to help you navigate the ever-evolving landscape of cinema technology with the best tools and techniques.
Gear Guide For Cinema Filmmakers | Rigs, Mics, & More
Elevate the camera rig with our curated list of mirrorless cameras, gimbals, lenses, filters, and more.
Product Comparison Table: Top Mirrorless Cameras
The Go-To ChoiceFX3 Full-Frame Cinema Camera Body
- A popular best seller.
- Netflix-approved.
- Insanely good.
The Best To RigPocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro - Open Box
- Cinema-grade quality.
- Made to rig up with accessories.
- Shorter battery life.
The Hybrid CreatorX-H2S Mirrorless Digital Camera - Body Only
- Perfect for both photo & video.
- Best for speed and action.
- Great for everyday content creation.
The More StreamlinedAlpha a7 IV Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera
- Streamlined for easy recording.
- Sony lovers unite!
- Compact and perfect for travel.
Wireless Microphone - Single & Dual Mics - 2 Mics & 1 Receiver & Charging Case
DJI
Need better audio? DJI's all-new wireless microphone system delivers exceptional sound quality and dual-channel recording at distances of up to 200m. The system works with up to two microphone transmi...
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L1 Tuner - Baltar Variable Look Lens - PL Lens to RF Mount
Module 8
The Module 8 L1 Tuner is an innovative new lens that transforms your modern digital cameras into a nostalgic dream machine. It unlocks the cinematic magic of vintage films with a simple twist on lens ...
Add for $2299
77mm Variable ND Filters
Moment
We’ve shot with a lot of Variable ND filters. They were either too expensive or the quality wasn’t there. None of them hit the sweet spot on affordability, functionality, and quality… so we made our o...
Add for $299.99
Panel Mini
Lume Cube
LumeCube's Panel Mini Bi-Color LED is made for the videographers and photographers who move quickly and need their lighting to adapt to any shooting condition. Featuring an adjustable dial for increas...
Add for $69.99
Universal Stabilizing Camera Top Handle
SmallRig
The SmallRig Universal Stabilizing Handle is a top mounting handle is designed to help you get a better grip on your camera when doing moving shots. It bolts on with two 1/4’’-20 holes spaced 36mm apa...
Add for $39
RS 3 Camera Gimbal Stabilizer - 10 lbs / Combo
DJI
With every detail, DJI RS 3 delivers a flexible and efficient shooting experience to solo creators and independent crews. Light and sleek, it provides professional stabilization and efficient control ...
Add for $939
Pro Camera Cube - Pro Plus
WANDRD
Our multi-purpose Camera Cubes are quite possibly the best camera protection system known to the human race (we’re completely unbiased, of course). Both bombproof and versatile, the Camera Cube gives ...
Add for $114
Wavo PRO On-Camera Shotgun Microphone
JOBY
Meet JOBY Wavo Pro, the most advanced on-camera shotgun microphone on the market. Features packed with a creator-driven approach, no shooting challenge is too big for Wavo PRO. Built for storytellers,...
Add for $209.99
StudioRAID | 7200RPM 2-Bay RAID Array w/ USB 3.2 Gen 1, up to up to 360MB/s Transfer Speeds (4TB - 16TB) - 4TB (2 x 2TB)
GLYPH
Designed with the ability to edit and playback multiple audio and HD video streams, the StudioRAID 2-Bay USB 3.0 RAID Array from Glyph Technologies is a production-grade external RAID array that conne...
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KH26P Video Tripod and Head
Benro
The KH26P features a 60mm bowl and head-mounted bubble level to ensure proper alignment for accurate camera placement and level panning. An interchangeable pan arm allows both right and left-handed us...
Add for $264.99
MoveOver8B Carbon Fiber Slider & Case - 35 in/90 cm
Benro
The Benro MoveOver8B is a lightweight portable camera slider that allows you to achieve cinematic camera movements up to 23.6" (60 cm) of actual camera travel with ease. Supporting up to 17.6 lb (8kg)...
Add for $274.99
Mini 4 Pro Drone - W/ Controller & Combo - RC 2 Controller
DJI
DJI's Mini 4 Pro Drone is their most advanced mini-camera drone to date. It integrates powerful imaging capabilities, Omnidirectional obstacle sensing, ActiveTrack 360° with the new TraceMode, and 20k...
Add for $959
Tech Organizer Mini - Black
Moment
The micro tech pouch for those who like to pack light. We’ve used our fair share of tech organizers and realized bigger isn’t always better. Not only does this one take up less space in your bag, it h...
Add for $35
16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens
Sigma
With its excellent field curvature correction, the 16-28mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary is able to achieve exceptional edge-to-edge sharpness, which is essential for most wide-angle applications. It boas...
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1.33x Anamorphic Lens Adapter
Moment
Introducing Moment Anamorphic Adapter We’re introducing our first (of many) big camera lenses. This new Moment 1.33x Anamorphic Adapter changes your current lenses, whether vintage or modern, into a c...
Add for $1300
Axis V2 Camera Backpack - Black / 24L
Tenba
Tenba’s tactical Axis bags were inspired by the ultra-durable bags we’ve made for the military throughout our 40+ year history. MOLLE webbing allows limitless expandability with Tenba Tools, such as L...
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1. Online Education Courses
Online courses are a fantastic (and sustainable) gift idea for the creator in your life looking to level up their skills. We offer a range of hand-picked and intentionally created lessons for photographers, filmmakers, tech lovers, and professional experts. A few of the popular picks are below.
How To Setup Your Moment 1.33x Anamorphic Adapter
Transform any lens or camera into a Hollywood-style cinematic machine with Moment's affordable and high-quality 1.33x Anamorphic adapter.
Read moreMike DeweyMar 29, 2024
2. LUTs To Color Grade Video
LUTs are another intelligent gift for filmmakers in a creative editing rut or for those who want to expand their post-processing library. We offer a wide range of diverse looks and filters from your favorite color artists. A few of our bestselling include:
The Best Video Color Grading Apps for iPhone and iPad
Whether you want a quick edit for Instagram, a revised workflow on-the-go, or a simple way to grade your footage — here are our top 5 apps to do just that.
Read moreCaleb BabcockMar 29, 2024
3. Mirrorless Cameras and Lenses
Whether searching for a mirrorless camera or cinema-specific cameras and lenses, Moment has camera models designed for amateurs and professionals from top-rated brands like Sony, Fujifilm, Blackmagic, and more.
- Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM Lens - All-around great focal length.
- Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R Lens - Great for beauty portraits.
- Sony FE 50mm 2.5 G - A classic.
- Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR - Perfect eye-length for various scenes.
- Sony FX3 - Netflix-approved cinema-level quality camera.
- Fujifilm X-H2S- The newly competitive cinema camera.
- BlackMagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K- A stunning choice to rig up.
