{"id":25965,"date":"2013-07-01T11:42:31","date_gmt":"2013-07-01T15:42:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/?p=25965"},"modified":"2016-09-13T15:06:42","modified_gmt":"2016-09-13T20:06:42","slug":"must-have-cinematography-gear-for-under-100","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/must-have-cinematography-gear-for-under-100\/","title":{"rendered":"Must Have Cinematography Gear for Under $100"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 id=\"most-cinematographers-are-crazy-about-gear-it-helps-us-do-our-job-but-sometimes-gear-can-get-quite-expensive-in-this-post-i-share-a-list-of-affordable-products-that-i-trust\">Most cinematographers are crazy about gear &#8211; it helps us do our job. But sometimes, gear can get quite expensive. In this post, I share a list of affordable products that I trust.<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/cameras-and-equipment3.jpg\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-25047\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/cameras-and-equipment3.jpg\" alt=\"Cameras and Equipment\" width=\"495\" height=\"58\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/cameras-and-equipment3.jpg 495w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/cameras-and-equipment3.jpg?resize=300,35 300w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/cameras-and-equipment3.jpg?resize=277,32 277w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/cameras-and-equipment3.jpg?resize=359,42 359w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/cameras-and-equipment3.jpg?resize=150,18 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 495px) 100vw, 495px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>As a camera operator, I&#8217;m constantly trying out new gear. \u00a0From my own experience, I&#8217;ve compiled this list of useful <strong>cinematography gear\u00a0<\/strong>that you can find for under $100. I find each piece of equipment useful in my day-to-day work.<\/p>\n<p>Is there an inexpensive piece of <strong>cinematography equipment<\/strong> that YOU absolutely rely on? I want to know! \u00a0Share in the comments below.<\/p>\n<p>Do your job better&#8230;without emptying your wallet:<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"camera-sling-bag-75\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/camera-bags-review\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Camera sling bag (~$75)<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/camera-bags-review\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-25969\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/sling-bag-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Camera sling bag\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><\/strong>Sling bags are great for carrying a light load of lenses and photo\/video equipment when running-and-gunning. Fast access to your equipment.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"pc-pico-flex-dolly-with-ball-head-100\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.photographyandcinema.com\/products\/pico-flex-dolly-w-p-c-compact-ball-head\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">P&amp;C Pico Flex Dolly with ball head ($100)<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.photographyandcinema.com\/products\/pico-flex-dolly-w-p-c-compact-ball-head\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-25970\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/PNC-Mini-Ball-Head-7_grande-300x211.jpg\" alt=\"Pico Flex Dolly\" width=\"300\" height=\"211\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><\/strong>This neat little dolly\/slider alternative from P&amp;C allows you to make some awesome angled sliding moves on a flat surface. \u00a0Perfect for DSLRs.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"boom-boy-boompole-holder-30\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.trewaudio.com\/store\/Remote-Audio-Boom-Boy.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Boom Boy boompole holder ($30)<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.trewaudio.com\/store\/Remote-Audio-Boom-Boy.html\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-25972\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/d_811-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Boom Boy\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><\/strong>This is a boompole holder that mounts into a C-stand. Simple and effective.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"velcro-straps-3\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/Velcro-8-in-X-1-2-in-One-Wrap-Multicolor-straps-5-Pack-90438ACS\/202261928#.Ue6stGQ4Uk8\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Velcro straps ($3)<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/p\/Velcro-8-in-X-1-2-in-One-Wrap-Multicolor-straps-5-Pack-90438ACS\/202261928#.Ue6stGQ4Uk8\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-26909\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/07\/Screen-Shot-2013-07-23-at-11.21.45-AM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/07\/Screen-Shot-2013-07-23-at-11.21.45-AM.png 200w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/07\/Screen-Shot-2013-07-23-at-11.21.45-AM.png?resize=145,300 145w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/07\/Screen-Shot-2013-07-23-at-11.21.45-AM.png?resize=150,311 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>This one was mentioned in the comments below. Velcro straps are super useful in any situation to wrap cables.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"gaffer-tape-15\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bhphotovideo.com\/c\/product\/20009-REG\/General_Brand_Gaffer_Cloth_Tape.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Gaffer tape ($15)<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bhphotovideo.com\/c\/product\/20009-REG\/General_Brand_Gaffer_Cloth_Tape.html\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-25973\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/gaff-tape-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"gaff tape\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><\/strong>Gaffer tape is an absolutely ESSENTIAL tool on set. Buy a couple rolls and keep them in your camera kit at all times. \u00a0Any seasoned video pro will tell you, this stuff is magic.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"capture-camera-clip-system-80\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/peakdesignltd.com\/capture\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Capture Camera Clip system ($80)<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/peakdesignltd.com\/capture\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-25974\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/Capture-clip-300x142.png\" alt=\"Capture Clip\" width=\"300\" height=\"142\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><\/strong>This is a camera clip that holds your DSLR secure and close to you. Great for situtations when your shooting with multiple cams or need your hands free!<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bhphotovideo.com\/c\/product\/699403-REG\/Zoom_H1_H1_Ultra_Portable_Digital_Audio.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Zoom H1 ($100)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bhphotovideo.com\/c\/product\/699403-REG\/Zoom_H1_H1_Ultra_Portable_Digital_Audio.html\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-25975\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/Zoom-h1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Zoom h1\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><\/strong>Pocket audio recorders are very handy. I use them all the time to record audio during weddings. An easy way to record audio in unique shooting situations.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"good-stereo-headphones-70\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.com\/B00001WRSJ\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Good Stereo headphones ($70)<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.com\/B00001WRSJ\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-25976\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/41373ws+Y0L-245x300.jpg\" alt=\"Headphone\" width=\"245\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><\/strong>You&#8217;ll need to check audio levels when setting up mics and\u00a0listening\u00a0to captured audio. These are headphones that aren&#8217;t going to break the bank.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"lcd-viewfinder-20\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ebay.com\/sch\/i.html?_trksid=p2050601.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.Xdslr+lcd+viewfinder&amp;_nkw=dslr+lcd+viewfinder&amp;_sacat=0&amp;_from=R40\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">LCD viewfinder (~20)<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ebay.com\/sch\/i.html?_trksid=p2050601.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.Xdslr+lcd+viewfinder&amp;_nkw=dslr+lcd+viewfinder&amp;_sacat=0&amp;_from=R40\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-25977\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/T2eC16JHJGEFFmtYGsFrBRw+ND7mWg60_12-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"LCD Viewfinder\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><\/strong>When shooting handheld with a DSLR, it is very helpful to use an LCD viewfinder (ask anyone that&#8217;s had to shoot in super bright light!) \u00a0Here is list of cheap ones that get the job done.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"reflector-40\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bhphotovideo.com\/c\/product\/501357-REG\/Westcott_301_5_in_1_Reflector_Disc.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Reflector ($40)<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bhphotovideo.com\/c\/product\/501357-REG\/Westcott_301_5_in_1_Reflector_Disc.html\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-25978\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/reflector-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"reflector\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><\/strong>When shooting outside, it is always handy to use a reflector to give your subject more natural bounce light &#8211; useful for both still photographers and videographers. This is a neat 5-in-1 reflector.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"canon-50mm-f-1-8-125\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bhphotovideo.com\/c\/product\/12142-USA\/Canon_2514A002_Normal_EF_50mm_f_1_8.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Canon 50mm f\/1.8 ($125)<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bhphotovideo.com\/c\/product\/12142-USA\/Canon_2514A002_Normal_EF_50mm_f_1_8.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/06\/D3S_1542-1200-300x261.jpg\" alt=\"Canon 50mm f\/1.8\" width=\"300\" height=\"261\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>I know this is over $100, but if there is one lens I tell new photographers and cinematographers to purchase, it&#8217;s this one. Super cheap, while performing great in low light and still being sharp.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"adobe-creative-cloud-50-per-month\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.adobe.com\/products\/creativecloud.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Adobe Creative Cloud ($50 per month)<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-26111\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/07\/adobe-creative-cloud.jpg\" alt=\"Adobe Creative Cloud\" width=\"490\" height=\"108\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/07\/adobe-creative-cloud.jpg 490w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/07\/adobe-creative-cloud.jpg?resize=300,66 300w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/07\/adobe-creative-cloud.jpg?resize=277,61 277w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/07\/adobe-creative-cloud.jpg?resize=359,79 359w, https:\/\/vip-go.premiumbeat.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/07\/adobe-creative-cloud.jpg?resize=150,33 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 490px) 100vw, 490px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This is for the all-around cinematographer\/editor. If you use Adobe&#8217;s software suite, it is totally worth it to invest in Creative Cloud. You get download access to all of their applications for a monthly subscription fee.<\/p>\n<p>Gear will not make you a better cinematographer, but it will sure make it easier for you. What other <strong>cinematography gear for under $100<\/strong> do you use?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cinematography gear is notoriously expensive, but a few &#8220;must have&#8221; pieces of equipment are surprisingly affordable. 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