Our Purchases: Video Production
Over the years we’ve spent countless hours researching, comparing, ordering, troubleshooting, testing and returning video gear, slowly learning our style and preferences. To this day our arsenal of gear continues to evolve as we spend more and more time creating content.
If you’d like to benefit from all of our sweat, blood and due-diligent tears, here’s your chance.
On this page you’ll find almost every single item we’ve ever purchased that relates to Video Production.
If it’s here, that means we were satisfied with it and it ended up being useful in some way.
If it didn’t really work for us, or it downright sucked, you won’t see it here.
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Win. Win. Win. – Michael Gary Scott
(NOTE: This list is a constant WORK IN PROGRESS so if you don’t see what you’re looking for, have specific questions, or even find a link that’s no longer working, feel free to shoot us an email at atswego@gmail.com or submit a message HERE and we’ll get back with you as soon as we can.)
GoPro HERO8 Black 4K Action Camera
GoPro HERO8 Black – 4K Waterproof Action Camera with Stabilization
We have a couple of these and they’re perfect for attaching to our bodies, vehicles or putting in tight spots so we can quickly capture awesome wide-angle footage. They’re also rugged & waterproof.
Osmo Pocket Gimbal Camera
DJI Osmo Pocket – Handheld 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer with Integrated 4k Camera
We use this for quick, stabilized, on-the-move shots where we wouldn’t want to bring along a bigger, bulkier camera or stabilizer. It’s extremely small and literally fits in any pocket.
DJI Mavic Pro 4k Drone
DJI Mavic Pro Collapsible Quadcopter 4k Drone
We use this for all of our ariel shots and love the fact that it folds down small enough to fit in even the smallest bags.
Lumix GH4 4K Mirrorless Camera
Panasonic LUMIX GH4 4K Mirrorless Camera
This is by far our most dynamic and versatile camera. We have multiple lenses, mics and other accessories that make this a robust option for recording 4k footage. It’s been our primary workhorse for years.
Lumix 12-35mm F2.8 Camera Lens
Panasonic LUMIX 12-35mm Mirrorless Camera Lens – F2.8 with Optical Image Stabilization + Auto Focus
This is our most used lens for the GH4, not only because it adjusts from 12mm (moderate wide angle) to 35mm (moderate zoom), but also because it has optical image stabilization, which drastically smooths camera movement and jitter.
Lumix 20mm F1.7 Camera Lens
Panasonic LUMIX 20mm Mirrorless Camera Lens – F1.7 with Auto Focus
This is our go-to lens for the GH4 in low-light conditions. With an f-stop of 1.7, this lens is capable of capturing darker environments beautifully without the need for increasing ISO, which causes graininess and noise in the footage.
Wireless Microphone System
Rode RODELink FM Digital Wireless Microphone System
We use this kit for the highest possible audio quality from up to 100 meters away from the camera. The transmitter includes a lavalier mic that can easily be attached to our shirt or jacket.
Directional Camera-Mounted Microphone
Shure VP83 LensHopper Camera-Mounted Directional Microphone with Shockmount
We use this on top of the GH4 for run-and-gun situations where we need the highest possible audio quality from wherever the camera is pointing while we’re on the move.
Manfrotto Aluminum Tripod
Manfrotto 755XB Aluminum Tripod with Built in 50mm Ball Leveler
We’ve been using this tripod for over 5 years now and it’s still as good as the day we bought it. Solid, lightweight and infinitely adjustable.
Manfrotto Fluid Video Head
Manfrotto MVH500AH Fluid Video Head with Flat Base & Sliding Plate
We use this in combination with our tripod. Not only does it lock in different positions but it also allows us to pan and tilt smoothly during recording without shaking or jitter.
3-Axis Gimbal for GH4 Camera
DJI Ronin-S Camera Stabilizer 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal for DSLR / Mirrorless Cameras
Whenever we need to capture smoother footage on our Panasonic GH4 camera while walking, riding or during any other heavy movement, we use this to stabilize the shot.
GoPro Mini Extension Pole Tripod
GoPro Shorty Mini Extension Pole Tripod
This is for the many times we simply need a compact handle to hold the GoPro with and then a way to quickly set it down on a surface to capture a shot and then quickly pick it back up again.
GoPro Extension Arm Tripod
GoPro 3-Way 2.0 Extension Arm Tripod
This comes in handy with the GoPro when we need wider “selfie” style shots, close to the ground shots, overhead shots, etc. but also provides a way to quickly set it down on a surface to capture a shot and then quickly pick it back up again.
ND Filter Kit for Mavic Pro Drone
Camera Lens Filter Set for DJI Mavic PRO – ND4 + ND8 + ND16 + ND32 + CPL + MCUV
We use this six-pack of filters on all of our ariel drone shots to prevent over exposure (which has ruined many of our shots in the past). It also allows for longer shutter speeds and an overall better quality image.
Adjustable ND Filter for 58mm Lens
Polaroid Optics 58mm Multi-Coated Variable Range [ND3 ND6 ND9 ND16 ND32 ND400] Neutral Density Fader Filter
We use this on our 58mm GH4 lens to prevent over exposure and to allow longer shutter speeds and greater depth of field. Definitely the most used filter we have as the range is so easily adjustable.
LED Video Lighting Kit
LED Video Lighting 3PC Kit – 2300K to 6800K Color Temp with 10 – 100% Brightness
We use these lights anytime we need additional brightness for filming video. Adjustable lighting allows us to fine tune our ISO and apertures enabling shallow depth of field and other stylistic options.
Wireless Security Cameras
Blink Wireless Outdoor Weather-Resistant HD Security Cameras with Two-Year Battery Life & Motion Detection
These wireless cameras allow us to locally and remotely monitor, stream and record any motion that happens in or around the rig, day or night.
Front & Interior Dash Camera
Vantrue N2 Pro Dual 1080P Dash Cam – Front and Inside with Infrared Night Vision – 24hr Motion Detection Parking Mode – Auto Accident Record
We have one in each vehicle. Not only does it record the interior and exterior of the vehicle during driving, but it also detects and records any motion inside and out while parked, providing an additional layer of security monitoring.
Dash Cam Permanent Hardwire Kit
Vantrue 11.5ft Mini USB Dash Cam Permanent Hardwire Kit
We used these kits to wire the dash cam power cords directly to our fuse panels so they don’t need to be plugged into a 12v socket and the cords are hidden and out of the way.
Dash Cam GPS Antenna
Vantrue Dash Cam GPS Receiver Module – Mini USB Port – Suction Cup Mount
This allows our vehicle location and speed data to be attached to all footage, which may prove helpful as evidence in the case of a possible accident.
MicroSD Memory Card for Dash Cam
Samsung PRO Endurance 128GB 100MB/s (U1) MicroSDXC Memory Card
This is the memory card we use for both dash cams as it’s designed for heavy continuous usage situations like recording simultaneous front and back 1080p clips 24/7.
Extreme Pro MicroSD Card
SanDisk Extreme Pro SDXC UHS-I U3 A2 V30 128GB + Adapter
We use these MicroSD cards in our DJI Osmo Pocket, our GoPros and our DJI Mavic Pro drone.
SanDisk Extreme SD Card for GH4
SanDisk Extreme 64GB 150MB/s (U3) C10 V30 UHD SD Memory Card
We’ve used these cards for all of the footage we’ve ever captured on the GH4, regardless of resolution or framerate, and they’ve always performed perfectly.
External HD 4TB USB 3.0
Seagate Portable 4TB External Hard Drive HDD – USB 3.0
These hard disk drives transfer data much slower than solid state drives, but they are much cheaper, so we primarily use them for storing & creating multiple redundant backups of all of our data.
500GB External SSD USB-C
LaCie External SSD 500GB Solid State Drive – USB-C, USB 3.2
These high speed solid state drives allow us to edit smaller Final Cut Pro projects in real time and quickly and easily move from working on one computer to another, allowing us to collaborate and/or take things from desktop to laptop instantly.
500GB RUGGED External SSD USB-C
LaCie RUGGED SSD 500GB Solid State Drive – USB-C, USB 3.2
These high speed solid state drives allow us to edit smaller Final Cut Pro projects in real time and quickly and easily move from working on one computer to another, allowing us to collaborate and/or take things from desktop to laptop instantly.
2 TB External SSD USB-C
LaCie External SSD 2TB Solid State Drive – USB-C, USB 3.2
These larger high speed solid state drives allow us to edit bigger Final Cut Pro projects in real time and quickly and easily move from working on one computer to another, allowing us to collaborate and/or take things from desktop to laptop instantly.
2 TB RUGGED External SSD USB-C
LaCie RUGGED External SSD 2TB Solid State Drive – USB-C, USB 3.2
These larger high speed solid state drives allow us to edit bigger Final Cut Pro projects in real time and quickly and easily move from working on one computer to another, allowing us to collaborate and/or take things from desktop to laptop instantly.
Apple iMac 27" All-In-One Computer
Apple 27-Inch iMac 4.2GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 with Retina 5K display
We both use this Mid-2017 5K 27″ iMac with a 4.2 GHz Quad-Core i7, 64GB of RAM, 500GB of Flash Storage and the upgraded 8GB Radeon Pro 580 graphics processor. Handles all of our 4K video editing without skipping a beat.
Apple AirPods (2nd Generation)
Apple AirPods (2nd Generation) Wireless Earbuds with Mic & Recharging Case
We use these for wireless audio with Siri, tap gestures & 24hr battery life. They seamlessly move from one device to another with the click of a button.
Beats Wireless On-Ear Headphones
Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones
These are AK’s favorite headphones for use in the office.
UPS Battery Backup
UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) Battery Backup Surge Protector – 425VA
We have 3 of these units, two providing backup power for each of our iMacs and the other providing backup power for our internet equipment.
AA Rechargeable Battery Kit
Panasonic Eneloop AA Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery KIT 2000mAh
We use these for most of our AA battery applications so we don’t have to keep buying disposable ones.
AA Rechargeable Battery Kit
Panasonic Eneloop Pro AA Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery KIT 2550mAh
We use these for higher drain AA applications where we need the longest lasting rechargeable battery possible.
AA Rechargeable Batteries
Panasonic Eneloop AA Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries 2000mAh
We use these for most of our AA battery applications so we don’t have to keep buying disposable ones.
AA Rechargeable Batteries
Panasonic Eneloop Pro AA Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries 2550mAh
We use these for higher drain AA applications where we need the longest lasting rechargeable battery possible.
GH4 Rechargeable Battery Packs
Wasabi Power Battery (2-Pack) and Charger for Panasonic GH4
We use these extra batteries for our Panasonic GH4 DSLR camera, because our primary batteries always die RIGHT BEFORE we’re done shooting for the day 🙂
Flexible Tripod Stand
Octopus / Gorillapod Flexible Tripod Stand
We have a couple of these and use them for quickly mounting any of our cameras to a pole, tree, ledge or for standing up on the ground, a table or anywhere else. It’s also useful as a handle or selfie stick.
Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch
Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch – Wi-Fi – 3rd Generation
We use this as a wireless remote monitor and control for our GH4 as well as for reading notes during video recording.
GoPro Accessories Kit
GoPro Action Camera Accessories Kit
We’re able to use all of these accessories not only for the GoPro cameras but also for all of our other cameras as long as we have the correct adapters.
GoPro Mount Camera Adapters
GoPro Mount Camera Adapters
These adapters allow us to use many different cameras with our GoPro accessories and mounts.
Light Reflector / Diffuser
5-in-1 Collapsible Light Reflector / Diffuser with Bag
We use this whenever we need to improve lighting conditions, whether by diffusing light, reflecting it, changing the tint, etc. This is lightweight and folds into a small carring bag.
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