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Equipment January 5, 2025 12 min read

Best Video Equipment for Professional Production

A comprehensive guide to the cameras, lenses, and gear we use at Media Hog Productions. Learn what equipment delivers the best results for different project types.

Media Hog Productions

The Media Hog Team

Production Specialists

The Right Tool for Every Story

At Media Hog Productions, we've invested in a comprehensive arsenal of professional video equipment to ensure we can tackle any creative challenge. From intimate interviews to large-scale productions, having the right gear makes all the difference.

This guide walks you through our equipment selection, explaining when and why we use specific tools, helping you understand what goes into creating professional video content.

Professional Cameras

Sony FX6 & FX9

Our workhorse cinema cameras. Full-frame sensors, 4K 120fps, 15+ stops of dynamic range, and incredible low-light performance. Perfect for corporate films, commercials, and documentaries.

  • S-Cinetone color science for beautiful skin tones
  • Dual native ISO for extreme low-light
  • Variable ND filter built-in
  • 10-bit 4:2:2 internal recording

RED Komodo 6K

For high-end productions requiring maximum resolution and color depth. 6K global shutter sensor eliminates rolling shutter completely, making it ideal for action and VFX work.

  • REDCODE RAW for maximum post flexibility
  • Global shutter for zero distortion
  • 16+ stops of dynamic range
  • Compact form factor for gimbal work

Canon C300 Mark III

Exceptional for documentary and event work. Dual Pixel autofocus is industry-leading, making it perfect for run-and-gun situations.

  • Cinema RAW Light recording
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF
  • 4K 120fps slow motion
  • Modular design for various setups

Professional Lenses

Cinema Primes

Zeiss CP.3 and Sony CineAlta primes deliver stunning image quality with minimal distortion and beautiful bokeh.

  • • 18mm, 25mm, 35mm, 50mm, 85mm, 135mm
  • • T2.1 aperture for low light
  • • Consistent color rendition

Zoom Lenses

Canon CN-E and Fujinon cinema zooms for versatility without compromising quality.

  • • 18-80mm T4.4 for documentary
  • • 70-200mm T2.8 for interviews
  • • 24-70mm T2.8 all-rounder

Support & Movement

1

DJI Ronin 2 & RS3 Pro

Professional gimbals for smooth, cinematic movement. The Ronin 2 handles heavy cinema cameras while the RS3 Pro is perfect for lighter setups.

2

Dana Dolly & Slider Systems

Precision camera movement for interviews and product shots. Our motorized sliders create perfectly smooth, repeatable moves.

3

Sachtler & O'Connor Tripods

Rock-solid support with fluid heads for smooth pans and tilts. Essential for interviews and locked-off shots.

Professional Lighting

ARRI SkyPanel S60-C

Industry-standard LED panels offering full color control, incredible output, and various lighting effects. Perfect for interviews and product shots.

Aputure 600D Pro

Daylight LED for powerful key lighting

Litepanels Gemini

Bi-color soft panels for beauty lighting

Astera Titan Tubes

RGB tubes for creative accent lighting

Professional Audio

Clean audio is crucial for professional production. Our audio kit includes:

Microphones

  • • Sennheiser MKH 416 shotgun
  • • Schoeps CMIT 5 boom mic
  • • DPA 4060 lavalier mics
  • • Rode NTG5 for backup

Recorders & Wireless

  • • Sound Devices MixPre-10 II
  • • Zoom F8n multitrack recorder
  • • Sennheiser G4 wireless systems
  • • Tentacle Sync for timecode

Specialized Equipment

DJI Inspire 3 Drone

8K ProRes RAW aerial footage with full-frame sensor. Dual operator setup for complex moves. CAA certified pilots for legal commercial operations.

Motion Control Rig

Programmable camera movements for perfect product shots and VFX work. Repeatable precision to 0.1mm for compositing multiple passes.

360° Camera Systems

Insta360 Pro 2 and Kandao Obsidian for immersive VR content. 8K resolution per eye for crystal-clear virtual reality experiences.

Choosing the Right Equipment

Project Type Recommended Setup
Corporate Interview Sony FX6, 50mm prime, 2x LED panels, lav mic
Product Video RED Komodo, macro lens, motion control, RGB lighting
Event Coverage Canon C300, zoom lenses, gimbal, wireless audio
Documentary Sony FX9, versatile zooms, minimal lighting, boom mic
Commercial RED Komodo, cinema primes, full lighting, dolly/crane

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