The equipment I use to film my workshop projects ranges from tripods with cameras to lighting and C-stands. In this video, we cover what I use to set up my shots for video production in my workshop.

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Equipment Demonstrated in this Video

The equipment demonstrated in this video is available from the following shop. Some models are no longer available and a suitable replacement is listed in its place.

Neewer Lighting

After purchasing my first Neewer product in 2016 I have been purchasing Neewer products since. I am a huge fan of their bi-color white LED panel lights and also their RGB panel lights. I have multiple Neewer lights throughout my workshop and have many more not deployed that are not shown in this video.

Neewer RGB Lighting

Neewer C-Stand Pro

The Neewer C-Stand Pro Complete is a game-changer for my video production. A C-Stand becomes complete when it is outfitted with a boom arm. With this set up I’m able to have lighting and a camera directly over my workpiece, which gives my video content the next-level look and feel. Although you’ll see my c-stand in my shots, that’s not something that bothers me. You know I’m a one-man team and this is my authentic setup.

I use my SmallRig 9″ Articulating Arm with the SmallRig Super Clamp attached to the end of the boom to mount my GoPro. I have an Anker 3-meter USB-C cable attached to another Anker 26,800mAh battery to keep my GoPro powered indefinitely during recording. There is a Neewer sandbag that I have attached to the other end of the boom that is filled with gravel. This bag acts as a counterweight for the boom for safety purposes.

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NEEWER Pro 100% Stainless Steel Heavy Duty C Stand with Boom Arm, Max Height 10.5ft/320cm Photography Light Stand with 4.2ft/128cm Holding Arm, 2 Grip Head for Studio Monolight, Softbox, Reflector

Made of pure metal,giving it a longer service time and exceptional strength for heavy duty. Note: When you adjust the angle under the conditions that the weight on both sides of the joint head is not balanced, it will damage the screw that connects the two halfs of the joint. SO PLEASE hold the rear part of the arm to keep the arm balanced firstly before adjusting the angle.
Its height is adjustable,satisfying your various shooting needs.
Easily attach to other equipment with its knob and spiral screw.

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Camera Rig

My camera rig was a couple of years in the making. It consists of a standard camcorder tripod with an Anker 26,800mAh battery bank taped to it. I have the SmallRig camera cage built for the G85, which is sadly no longer in production, attached to the tripod. This gives me additional mounting points for other hardware.

Attached to the cage I have my SmallRig 5″ articulating arm that allows me to mount my GoPro to it. I have my Neewer RGB61 light cube attached to the cage. My Wireless Go II receiver is plugged into the microphone input on the camera and my transmitters are usually attached to my shirt collar or lapel.

I have a dummy battery plugged into a USB 5V to 9V DC converter that is plugged into the Anker battery bank and plugged into my G85 camera. With this set up I can easily record for up to 2 days (24 hours) of non-stop recording before I run out of room on my memory card.

SmallRig 9.8 inch Adjustable Articulating Magic Arm with Both 1/4" Thread Screw for LCD Monitor/LED Lights - 2066B

【MAGIC ARM】The precise and durable designed Articulating Magic Friction Arm provides great versatility for the positioning of access.
【EASY POSITION】Double 360 degree Ball Head Articulating design adjusts any angles based on your needs.
【WIDE COMPATIBILITY】With 1/4" thread on both ends to install any on-camera flash lights, microphone, LCD monitor, DV Monitor, SmallRig quick release plate 3513 on one end and other accesorries like cage, NATO rail 1973, side handle 2093, 3813 etc.

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Audio

As I stated in the video I did not start out with the Rode Wireless Go II microphone. My first microphone was on my GoPro. Later I upgraded to the entry-level Rode passive microphone. If you can swing it, definitely purchase the Rode Wireless Go II microphone setup. These microphones do not pick up a lot of room noise and are great for picking up my voice.

Since it is a pair one can be shared with the person you are interviewing. The transmitters can be set up to record up to 7 hours of audio each that rolls over, which is helpful if you forgot to hit record on your primary camera but your secondary camera will suffice. You can transfer the audio from the individual microphones to the PC or MAC through the rode connect application.

RØDE Wireless Go II Dual Channel Wireless System with Built-in Microphones with Analogue and Digital USB Outputs, Compatible with Cameras, Windows and MacOS computers, iOS and Android phones

Ultra-compact and easy-to-use dual-channel wireless microphone system for filmmaking, vlogging, TikTok, streaming, podcasting and video calls (Zoom, MS Teams etc.)
Analogue and digital USB outputs that are compatible with cameras Windows and MacOS computers, iOS and Android phones for versatile use in a range of settings (additional cable may be required for some devices)
Transmitters have over 40 hours of on-board recording function to ensure flawless audio in all settings - no need to worry about wireless drop-outs

Amazon.com Price last update on 2024-07-26 - Details

Camera Backpack

Transportation of your equipment is inevitable so it is best to provide a safe way to transport it as I do here with the Manfrotto camera backpack. I love this backpack because it is big enough to not only hold my camera and audio gear but also hold my batteries, gaffer tape but also my laptop, mouse, and charging brick.