REAL REVIEWS

Long-term reviews of photo & video gear.

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Lights

PLEASE NOTE: I don't do unboxings (or short-term reviews) because I like to make sure each product I recommend is tested over time (i.e. long-term reviews). If you're a vendor or a product supplier, just know I can't guarantee a quick turnaround, but that the users reading these reviews really appreciate the long-term tests.

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LIGHTS

Are there any good budget filmmaking lights out there? If so, how do you know?

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AUDIO

I've been looking for good budget filmmaking audio recorders & microphones...

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CAMERAS

A good camera and lens can make a huge difference, but do they have to be expensive?

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EXTRAS

More things I've tried that may help (especially if you're a frugal photographer or filmmaker).

These reviews are just my opinion and are focused on my Q.P.A.C.E. packing method, so they're not comprehensive. I wrote these mostly to help me remember what items worked for my KIT PLANS (and which didn't). If I said anything negative I apologize, as these products still may work well for you in your situation, but they were not Q.P.A.C.E (Quality, Portable, Affordable, Common, Easy-to-Use) enough for my budget KIT PLANS.