Sony
Sony BURANO
On set: Vineyard interviews
Cinema Camera · Full-frame cinema camera · internal electronic variable ND
The Brotographer / gear
Here’s everything in my kit, from the cameras and lenses down to the batteries, cables, grip, and all the little stuff that keeps a shoot running. Tap a category to dig in.
151 items · 21 categories.
Quick note on the links: most things link to both Amazon and B&H, so you can grab them wherever you like to shop. If a link goes to a newer version or a close alternative, I’ll say so on the card. A few things only B&H carries, and some specialty pieces link straight to the maker. Those last ones aren’t affiliate links. I just want you to be able to find them.
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Sony
On set: Vineyard interviews
Cinema Camera · Full-frame cinema camera · internal electronic variable ND
Sony
On set: The Republic of Tea
Cinema Camera · Full-frame cinema camera · internal electronic variable ND
Sony
Mirrorless · Full-frame mirrorless
Sony
Mirrorless · Full-frame mirrorless
DJI
Wearable camera · 128GB built-in storage
DJI
Aerial · 3 flight batteries · controller with integrated screen · charging hub · ND filter set
The Amazon link is the Fly More Combo with the RC Pro, three batteries, the charging hub, and NDs. B&H only carries the newer Mavic 4 Pro now.
Tamron
Ultra-wide Zoom · Constant f/2.8
Sony
Standard Zoom · f/2
Sony
Prime · f/1.2
Sony
Telephoto Zoom · f/2.8
Sony
Super-telephoto Zoom · Constant f/4.5 · Optical SteadyShot
Sigma
Prime · f/1.4
Tamron
Macro · f/2.8 · macro
Tamron
Super-telephoto Zoom · f/5–6.7
SmallHD
On-camera Monitor · 7-inch monitor
Hollyland
On-camera / Wireless Monitor · Monitor with wireless transmission
View on Amazon ↗ View at B&H ↗
Newer model: Hollyland Pyro 5 4K
OSEE
On-camera Monitor · On-camera monitor
Hollyland
Wireless RX Monitor · Can monitor/switch between two camera feeds
View on Amazon ↗ View at B&H ↗
Newer model: Hollyland Pyro 7 Ultra
OSEE
Production Monitor · 15-inch production monitor
Mine’s the original Mega 15, but both links go to the newer Mega 15S.
Newer model: OSEE Mega 15S (newer 1500-nit model)
SEETEC
On set: The Republic of Tea
Production Monitor · 21-inch · exact model unspecified
The Amazon listing comes with the protective case and V-mount plates. B&H has the FeelWorld SEETEC P215, a close cousin.
Hollyland
TX/RX · Wireless video transmission
Hollyland
Receiver · Wireless video receiver
Easyrig
Body Support · Body-mounted camera support
This is the setup I run: Vario 6 with the STABIL Medium arm, Cinema vest, and quick-release mount.
Easyrig
Body Support · Lightweight body-mounted support
DJI
Gimbal · Manufacturer max tested payload 10 lb / 4.5 kg
Sachtler
On set: Vineyard interviews
Tripod · Carbon-fiber tripod
Comes as the full kit with the mid-level spreader and the aktiv8 Sideload head, same as mine.
Sachtler
On set: Vineyard interviews
Fluid Head · Fluid head
E-IMAGE
Tripod · Carbon-fiber tripod
E-IMAGE
Fluid Head · Fluid head
B&H sells the GH06 head as a kit with an E-Image aluminum tripod.
SCG
Tripod · T8 head
Mine isn’t sold anymore, so both links go to the SmallRig AD-120, a carbon fiber kit that does the same job.
Dana Dolly
On set: The Republic of Tea
Dolly · 6-ft rail + sectional portable rail system
The full portable kit with the universal track ends.
eMotimo
Motion Control · Motion control
Comes with the V-mount battery plate.
Matthews
Dolly Stands · Support stands
The standard 3.8-foot stand, not the Mini.
ZEAPON
Motorized Slider · Slide + pan control
B&H carries the M700 version, which has a little less travel.
Aputure
LED Fixture · 1200-class daylight COB
The 1200d’s been replaced, so both links go to the newer STORM 1200x. The Amazon bundle comes with barn doors.
Aputure
LED Fixture · 600-class daylight COB
The 600d’s been replaced, so both links go to the LS 600c Pro II (V-mount version), which adds full color.
amaran
On set: The Republic of Tea
Flexible Mat · Bi-color flexible mat
amaran
On set: The Republic of Tea
Flexible Mat · Full-color flexible mat
amaran
LED Fixture · Full-color COB
Newer model: amaran Ray 360c (newer 360W option)
amaran
Tube Light · RGBWW pixel tube
GVM
LED Fixture · Bi-color LED
This version comes with the separate controller.
GVM
LED Fixture · LED fixture
Flashpoint
Photography strobe · XPLOR 600 Pro, 600Ws
B&H sells the same strobe under the Godox name (AD600Pro II).
View on Amazon ↗ Alternative at B&H ↗
Newer model: Flashpoint XPLOR 600 Pro II
Aputure
Projection · Projection attachment
Comes with the 36° lens and gobos.
Aputure
Fresnel · Bowens-mount fresnel
Aputure
On set: Vineyard interviews
Softbox · Large softbox
Aputure
Softbox · Softbox
Aputure replaced this one with the Quick Dome 90, so that’s where the links go.
Aputure
Softbox · Compact softbox
Mine’s the original Light Dome Mini. It’s been replaced by the Quick Dome 60, so that’s where the links go.
Aputure
Lantern · Lantern modifier · exact size unspecified
Amazon has the amaran Lantern 65, a newer take on the one I use.
Modern Studio
Frame · Includes diffusion/bounce cloths
Mine’s from Modern Studio. This Matthews frame is the closest match I could find. Cloths are sold separately.
Canvas Grip
Textile · 8′ × 8′
Canvas Grip
Textile · 8′ × 8′
Canvas Grip
Textile · 8′ × 8′
Canvas Grip
Textile · 8′ × 8′
Westcott
Scrim · 4-ft · exact model unspecified
This is the Westcott Scrim Jim Cine 4×4 kit, the closest match to mine.
Intellytech
Scrim · Exact model/dimensions unverified
Intellytech’s 5 × 6.5 ft Fast Frame scrim.
Matthews
Flag/Floppy · 40 × 40 in.
Matthews
Flag/Floppy · 40 × 40 in.
Matthews
Negative Fill · 40 × 40 in.
A solid black floppy. Works great as negative fill.
Matthews
Scrim · Diffusion density unspecified
Matthews 40 × 40 white artificial silk.
Kupo
Flag/Net Set · Set
Kupo
Click Stand · Heavy-duty stand
Kupo
Boom · Boom support
The Big Boom is hard to find right now, so this links to the Kupo Ultra Boom. Double-check the reach and weight limits for your setup.
Kupo
C-Stand · C-stand
Stand only. The grip arm and head are sold separately.
Flashpoint
C-Stand · C-stand
The current version has a removable base (mine’s fixed). It comes as a kit with a 40-inch arm and two grip heads.
Kupo
Combo Stand · Heavy-duty stand
Wheels are sold separately.
Kupo
Mini C-Stand · Compact C-stand
Kupo’s 20-inch turtle-base C-stand.
Matthews
Boom · Boom support
This is the chrome finish.
Assorted
Grip Arms · Several units
Kupo 40-inch grip arms with a 2.5-inch grip head.
Kupo
Apple Boxes · Collapsible/nesting multi-size set
Assorted
Magic Arms · Articulating arms + clamps
A SmallRig magic arm and super clamp kit.
Matthews
Clamps · Several units
The Matthellini clamp with a 2-inch end jaw and baby pin.
Assorted
Clamps · Assorted
A pack of 6-inch spring clamps. Grab a bunch, you’ll use them all.
Kupo
Rigging · Exact model name unspecified
The 11-inch Kupo Rocks Arm.
Tentacle Sync
Recorder · 32-bit-float bodypack recorder
Heads up: the Amazon listing is the Basic Box, so no lav mic. The B&H version comes with the lav.
Tentacle Sync
Timecode · Timecode boxes
Single unit.
Countryman
Lav Microphone · Lavalier
Tan, standard sensitivity, wired for Sennheiser transmitters.
Tentacle Sync
Lav Microphone · Lavalier
Comes with the Track E (but not with the Basic Box version).
Sennheiser
Shotgun Microphone · Shotgun mic
Sennheiser
Shotgun Microphone · Shotgun mic
Zoom
Recorder · External recorder
Amazon has the original H6. B&H has the newer H6studio with 32-bit float.
View on Amazon ↗ Newer model at B&H ↗
Newer model: Zoom H6studio bundle (32GB card + AA batteries)
DJI
Wireless Mic · 2 transmitters + 1 receiver
View on Amazon ↗ View at B&H ↗
Newer model: DJI Mic 3 (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case)
Assorted
Boom Pole · Boom support
K-Tek Avalon. Extends to about 9′4″ with an internal coiled XLR cable.
Rycote
Wind Protection · Exact model unspecified
The Rycote WS 4 kit, a close match to mine.
Assorted
Headphones · Audio monitoring
The classic Sony MDR-7506.
Assorted
Cable · 25 ft
Any solid 25-foot XLR will do the job.
Hollyland
Intercom · 4 full-duplex headsets · up to 1,100 ft / 350 m LOS
ZGCine
V-Mount Battery · 222Wh
ZGCine
V-Mount Battery · 160Wh
The V2.0 version, 156Wh.
ZGCine
V-Mount Battery · 160Wh
Amazon has the newer X160 V2.0 in place of the V160.
ZGCine
V-Mount Battery · 160Wh
Mine’s the original. Both links go to the current X160 V2.0.
ZGCine
V-Mount Battery · 99Wh
Amazon links to the newer V99 Pro with the smart display and USB-C charging.
Watson Pro
V-Mount Battery · 198Wh
This one’s hard to find now, so the link goes to the ZGCINE X222, a bigger 222Wh battery.
CAME-TV
V-Mount Battery · 99Wh
Both links go to the ZGCINE V99 Pro, a similar mini V-mount. Capacity and ports are a little different.
ANDYCINE
V-Mount Battery · 95Wh
Both links go to the ZGCINE V99 Pro, a similar mini V-mount. Capacity and ports are a little different.
CAME-TV
V-Mount Battery · 99Wh
Both links go to the ZGCINE V99 Pro, a similar mini V-mount. Capacity and ports are a little different.
CAME-TV
V-Mount Battery · 50Wh
Both links go to the SmallRig VB50, a similar 50Wh mini V-mount.
Comer
V-Mount Battery · 95Wh
Both links go to the ZGCINE V99 Pro, a similar mini V-mount. Capacity and ports are a little different.
Sony
Camera Battery · Rechargeable battery
Sony
Charger · Dual NP-FZ100 charger
Sony
Charger · NP-FZ100 charger
Newmowa
Charger · Dual charger
Both links go to Sony’s own BC-ZD1 dual charger.
Watson Pro
Charger · Dual V-mount charger
Amazon links to the ZGCINE VM-C2 dual charger kit. B&H still carries the Watson.
Assorted
Charger · Dual V-mount charger
This links to the ZGCINE VM-C2 dual V-mount charger kit.
BioLite
USB Power Bank · 20,000mAh USB-C
Both links go to an Anker 20,000mAh power bank. Same idea, plenty of juice.
MAXOAK / BLUETTI
Portable Power Station · 1,000Wh · 600W · AC 110V
The AC100’s been replaced, so this goes to the BLUETTI Elite 100 V2.
Predator
Generator · 5,000W class
The Predator 5000W dual-fuel Super Quiet inverter.
Assorted
Extension Cable · 25 ft
A 12-gauge, 25-foot outdoor cord with a lighted end.
Assorted
Extension Cable · 100 ft
A 12-gauge, 100-foot outdoor cord with a lighted end.
Assorted
Power Strip · Multi-outlet
Anker’s 10-in-1 strip with USB-A and USB-C ports.
Assorted
USB Cable · At least 7
Anker USB-C cables for charging. They won’t carry video, though.
Sony
CFexpress Type B · 960GB
Angelbird
CFexpress Type B · 1TB
Both links go to the current AV PRO SE v4.
Lexar
CFexpress Type B · 1TB
Both links go to the current Professional GOLD CFexpress 4.0.
ProGrade Digital
CFexpress Type A · 960GB each
Mine’s the 960GB. Both links go to the newer 1TB Iridium.
Lexar
Card Reader · CFexpress Type B reader
ProGrade Digital
Card Reader · CFexpress Type A reader
B&H has ProGrade’s USB4 reader.
Apple
DIT Workstation · M4 Max
Amazon Renewed listing for the 16-inch M4 Max (48GB, 1TB).
Maven
Magnetic ND · 82mm
Comes as a kit: 3-, 6-, and 10-stop NDs plus a circular polarizer (82mm).
Maven
Magnetic ND · 82mm
Comes as a kit: 3-, 6-, and 10-stop NDs plus a circular polarizer (82mm).
Maven
Magnetic ND · 82mm
Comes as a kit: 3-, 6-, and 10-stop NDs plus a circular polarizer (82mm).
Maven
Polarizer · 82mm
Comes as a kit: 3-, 6-, and 10-stop NDs plus a circular polarizer (82mm).
NiSi
Diffusion · 4 × 5.65 in.
Amazon links to K&F Concept’s Black Diffusion 1/8, a similar look in the same 4 × 5.65 size.
Schneider
Diffusion · 4 × 5.65 in.
SmallRig
Matte Box · Accepts 4 × 5.65 filters
It’s been replaced, so both links go to the Mini Matte Box Pro.
SmallRig
Matte Box · Accepts 4 × 5.65 filters
Comes with flags and two 4 × 5.65 filter frames.
Wooden Camera
Cage · Cage system
The Elite Accessory System for the BURANO.
Wooden Camera
Top Handle · Top handle
Part of the Elite Accessory System for the BURANO.
Tilta
Cage · Cage + V-mount back
The full kit: cage, quick-release baseplate, side arm, top plate, and V-mount plate.
Tilta
Cage · Camera cage
Fits the α1 II and α9 III.
Tilta
Cage · Camera cage
Fits the α7 V, α7 IV, and α7R V.
Manfrotto
Quick Release · Standardized quick release
This is a NEEWER plate, not Manfrotto, so double-check it fits your head.
Tilta
Follow Focus · Wireless follow focus
Base kit with the handwheel and one motor.
Assorted
Cable · HDMI
Any good 4K60 HDMI cable will work. Just double-check your connectors.
Assorted
Cable · Multiple units
A 25-foot 12G-SDI cable with BNC connectors.
Elgato
Teleprompter · Large teleprompter
Krane
Cart · Production/equipment cart
ZILR
Cart · Production/camera cart
Mine’s the 4WD version, which B&H doesn’t carry, so this is the 2WD.
Assorted
Shade · 10 × 10 ft
A 10 × 10 commercial pop-up with a carry bag and anchors.
Assorted
Chair · Director/client seating
A tall black director’s chair.
Assorted
Table · 6 ft
Lifetime’s 6-foot fold-in-half table.
Assorted
Sandbag · At least 10
They ship empty, so you’ll need to fill them.
Assorted
Moving Blanket · Large
A 2-pack of heavy moving blankets.
Assorted
Floor Protection · Set
Yep, just regular tennis balls.
Assorted
Cooler
A 60-quart Coleman on wheels.
Assorted
Backpack
Lowepro ProTactic BP 450 AW III: 28L, with a rain cover and a laptop sleeve.
Assorted
PPE
3M SecureFit hard hat.
Assorted
PPE
A Class 3 hi-vis vest.
Assorted
Tools · Assorted
This link’s just for the Allen keys (Bondhus ball-end set).
Assorted
Expendables · Assorted
This link’s just for the gaffer tape.
Assorted
Camera Support · Assorted
This link’s just for the RoboCup.
Fluid Head; Fluid head
TX/RX; Wireless video transmission
Wireless RX Monitor; Can monitor/switch between two camera feeds
Telephoto Zoom; f/2.8
Standard Zoom; f/2
Mirrorless; Full-frame mirrorless