Finding the right tools for your project can be daunting, no matter your budget.
Whether you’re shooting a no-budget short with your friends, making an indie feature for festivals, or tackling the next summer blockbuster, finding the perfect cinema camera is challenging.
While your story will always be the most important thing you’ll ever need, having the right tools to capture the image you have in mind comes in at a close second. With so many options now available to indie filmmakers, what do you do?
Let’s shake off our brand loyalty and Gear Acquisition Syndrome to go through three steps to get you on the right track.
Your Budget and Camera
When making a film for no money, you’re probably calling in every favor you have and feeding your crew with what you have in your fridge. This means you’re probably borrowing whatever camera your cinematographer friend has.
If that’s the case, then use that camera. You’re done. You found the right one.
However, you have some options if you have a budget. First, see how much you have to spend and prioritize where you need to spend it.
Author: Yaroslav Altunin
This article comes from No Film School and can be read on the original site.
