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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.

The Media Hog Team

Production Specialists

Professional camera and lighting equipment on set

Contents

Equipment Guide The Right Tool Professional Cameras Professional Lenses Support & Movement Professional Lighting Professional Audio Specialized Equipment Choosing the Right Equipment

Equipment Guide

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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

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.

Dana Dolly & Slider Systems

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

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.

Other lighting kit

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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