My 2024 solo filmmaking kit

[@DannyGevirtz]

Yes...I am aware the rode mics are 32 bit float and not 28 bit float lol! Thanks for watching and shoutout my small package folks out there. Also shoutout musicbed!

[@PattyMcGoo]

Thats hella float!

[@redletterdayspnw]

Small package gang 👊

[@stoolin9706]

i personally prefer the 29 1/2 bit float . :)

[@SPProps]

After seeing what you and Matti were getting out of your Sonys, I switched and haven't looked back! Can't wait to see what you do this year!!!

[@pogoprofilms]

Can't wait for the shfiftyfive bit float!

[@MSMImage]

One thing I admire about you is that you don't constantly cop the newest gear out there and still one of the greatest filmmakers on YT. You simply use what you have, and it blows my mind. Super inspiring brother.

[@DannyGevirtz]

Haha for sure man. Whatever works and I’m familiar with! Don’t like to complicate it

[@jakefelzien]

Everyone out here on YT being like "i am quitting or downsizing" and Danny is over here like, "i just work at home with my dog, and I love it" Keep up the awesome work man.

[@DannyGevirtz]

Hahaha I do just work from home with my dog and I love it

[@AdHdEntertainmentLLC]

I'm upsizing from my small bedroom office to a larger room in my home. Going from 6x10 to a 16x16 room on the first floor where I plan on doing a wrap-around Green Screen 20x10

[@AlbertoMendoza]

Love that you’re one of very few poppin KZbinrs that has such minimal gear and not constantly stunting the latest and greatest. Keep up the great work!

[@BigChopperPoppa]

This video really shows that you don't need the latest and greatest. So many channels tap in to G.A.S but in reality it doesn't take much! Thanks for setting the tone and showing the simplicity of your setups. Looking forward to seeing your future projects!

[@DannyGevirtz]

No idea what GAS is but thank you!!

[@c4changechampion]

You have no idea how EXCITED I am to hear that it's being released to the public. Great work Danny! What you create is amazing!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Haha me too. Can’t wait to get it off my plate tbh

[@TyroneLT]

It's not talked about a ton online but when it comes to filters I've liked the Hollywood Black Magic. It is more expensive than the Tiffen ones but I find the bloom to be more controlled while still smoothing out skin tones and not ruining the contrast of the image. It might be worth trying out for anyone that's looking for a filter of this type.

[@itsadamthom]

I completely agree. I love the Hollywood black magic filters.

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks man! The black satin is perfect for me but good rec for others

[@itsadamthom]

@@DannyGevirtz Thanks for being awesome Danny!

[@TyroneLT]

@@DannyGevirtz good stuff! Looking forward to seeing what you'll produce this year! Interestingly, most of your setup mirrors closely what I have currently.

[@Imageyenation]

Spring 2024!!!! That’s fast!!! I wasn’t expecting to see it released that soon! Awesome!

[@Gbrandi93]

ah man, the motivation i get from these videos! you have no idea. currently im working 9-5 job and on the weekends i just do small gigs weddings/events. i want to do filmmaking full time but it's so hard and i'm scared to do it. slowly saving up money so i won't be scared to fully go into this. i don't have team but I've been buying all of the gear with my 9-5, this job numbs my life but i just do it to get where i want to be. i just love watching your videos and makes me happy that someone out there doing what i want to do and gives me hope. i just want to say thank you for all of your hardwork and never stop making em videos!!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Ah dude glad to hear the videos help!

[@iamJeanPhilippe]

Damn. So uncapitalistic. Finally someone who doesn't make you feel like you need it all. I love it so much. Thank you for beeing a good Role Model 🙏🏽

[@cozzernator]

So true

[@DavinciHD_]

My whole prospective of filmmaking has changed since watching your channel. I finally finished my first script for feat film. Shooting begins this year. That doesn’t happen without me finding your channel . Thank you for all of the value that you give us creators. Can’t wait for you to hit 1m subs. Hope to shake your hand one day 🤝🏾

[@DannyGevirtz]

Incredible dude! Congrats on making stuff happen

[@cozzernator]

I rarely ever comment on YT vids but you are probably one of the only real filmmakers that i trust on YT. Your ability to shoot such great video whilst working with a somewhat affordable setup for the average filmmaker is so refreshing. Thank you!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thank you! That means a lot!

[@dnkswole]

I love how "simple" and efficient are this whole setup. Its perfect.

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks dude! Def gotta keep it simple

[@josuastangl7140]

Thank you for being transparent with what you got for free, I like the honest vibe

[@invisibleadversary]

You're one of the most talented shooters on KZbin and I love how simple your set up is. The FX3 is a beast.

[@theconnorbacon]

The end shot with the gear closet wide open is so goddamn relatable. I also take a pretty "if it works it works" approach and I think youtubers typically glamorize organization and high end gear but at the end of the day what matters is boots on the ground getting footage. great stuff!

[@woodypaul_]

You should get with Caleb Pike on his cinemod for the FX3 and FX30! Maybe you've already seen it, but it's a cool little mod.

[@AdHdEntertainmentLLC]

Love seeing what your working with in 2024. Huge fan and fellow Philadelphian. You have been one of my inspirations for the last few years and cant wait to se ITIS. Last year I restarted my little video production company as a legit LLC even though I had no projects out of pre-production last year was me incorporating and investing what funds I could from my day job at the IRS. 5 years ago I had lost all my equipment and was devastated because it was two BMPCC 4k and supporting equipment and was pretty much going to quit. I started doing this right out of high school as I working for several independent pro wrestling companies as a in ring talent but would offer my services with two of my best friends. This was before the big NLE boom. VHS Panasonic, one or two Sony HI-8's and a Panasonic AV mixer coupled with three vcrs and three monitors. I plan on purchasing a new Camera this year as I was on a wrestling show shoot for a friend a few weeks ago and the cameras I had are a little older had the prior to the BMPCC's but My Canon T6i Overheated and one of the batteries got stuck during the shoot. I want to break away from Pro Wrestling. I have adhd so I have like 4-5 film and tv series partially written. So thank you for all the videos and inspiration.

[@gastronomee_]

new filmmaker here - just started a month ago - and i didn't know where to start. this was a great add - thank you!!

[@scottmckenna]

My kind of guy. Keep it simply when you can. The FX3 is a beast, and sometimes 1 light is all you need at a shoot. Keep it simple, and you'll enjoy this work more often. The more gear to set up, maintain, and think about, the more headache for me.

[@kwazulucreativeco4512]

Love the simplicity. Your work speaks for itself!

[@BrandonFoy]

Thanks for sharing dude! Love the focus on keeping things simple. There’s so much noise and focus on having so much gear nowadays, it’s refreshing to hear filmmakers like yourself push for just getting out there and shooting and making a lot with a little! Congratulations on the film release, can’t wait to see it!

[@Kaotix_music]

Adam Audio speakers are SUPER quality speakers and in the music production scene are like the speakers EVERYONE wants in their studios. What makes them different is the tweeter is not a cone tweeter like most speakers, it's a ribbon tweeter. The best way to describe what that means is they have a nice high end roll of. They are much more expensive, but sound absolutely pleasant. I learned the hard way theyre not great for mixing/mastering music because you over compensate for that high end roll of so your final master ends up sounding WAYY too bright on other speakers, but for listening? MY goodness theyre amazing. Removes ear fatigue from long hours of listening

[@mattih]

Black satin for the win 😊 been my secret sauce since the beginning

[@DannyGevirtz]

Someone in the comments recommended this plug in on resolve that basically just lets you pick whichever filter you want and it looks good but very pricey. Considering it

[@philliptamez]

@@DannyGevirtzdo you know what this plugin is called? Is it in THESE comments or another video?

[@Jacobyfilms]

@@philliptamezHey it’s called Scatter by Film box, they have a really good film emulation plug in as well.

[@cyberonism]

It’s probably dehancer

[@chumbolad9865]

@@philliptamez It's called scatter

[@keeshanganatra]

I know you're not a gear guy but love seeing these from time to time because it reinforces that mastery of equipment is 99% greater than a wide variety of equipment. Sure we all want everything at our disposal but of course many of us are "one-man-bands" and small crews so efficency in gear is more of a priority and maximizing the gear is a greater strength! I too have an FX3 and love it but have been considering getting an FX6...

[@DannyGevirtz]

Exactly man! Lol I’ve considered the fx6 as well but I’m always like ehhhh

[@keeshanganatra]

With the exception of timecode, BNC, and internal ND's, the FX3 has it all! Although, the internal ND's are super clutch (i've used the fx6 a few times and it's a game changer how it can really allow to be precise on your exposure without sacrificing shutter or aperture) Also, rumor has it that a mark ii may be coming out this year...@@DannyGevirtz

[@byhunterdavis]

The biggest keys when you’re on your own are reliability and flexibility. This kit nails that!

[@barryjbriggs]

Very cool setup. I, guilty enough, suffer from Gear Acquisition Syndrome lol because there's so much good high quality gear out there for so many purposes. We as filmmakers are very spoiled tbh but it's such a breath of fresh air seeing someone who's not trying to "look cool" or is trying to show off how crazy expensive their prime lens collection is (though having an FX3 does help haha). It's sort of a kind of validation for all of us that you don't need the newest, slickest, most high tech thing that everyone else is using in order to make something impactful. You, Danny, focus on quality rather than quantity and gear that only supports your vision and your storytelling, which is exactly why I subscribed to you 2 years ago and am inspired by you to this day.

[@bonz_bonalenna]

Can’t wait to see 2024’s Projects Content

[@AaronDanielMilbourn]

Love that you are a simple guy! Your gear is one small piece of your art.. you do amazing work Danny, keep it up dude!

[@SusannahPerri]

I love your work, your helpful tips and most of all your humility. Thank you!

[@ckhicks]

Humble and simple, yet supremely effective; we love to see it. 🎩

[@TuckerPearce]

Thanks again for sharing your thoughts here Danny and for the update. Wishing you a prosperous 2024. Excited to see your feature film once it’s available.

[@Okiyah]

Wow, I've boiled it down to the almost same rig! I've been reassured by all the successful projects I've done with it, but its always nice to see it confirmed by a seasoned filmmaker. FX3 on rods with v-mount, monitor and shotgun, Sony XLR handle, 20mm 1.8 + zoom, even down to the RS2 and black satin (YES). Although I went with the 24-105mm as I've prioritized the reach over the stop of light. Wish you the same flawless versatility I've had!

[@DannyGevirtz]

It’s a great set up man!

[@daltonknapton]

Really related to the small package part

[@evanoldknow]

Dude so excited to finally be able to watch your feature in the near future! Also im totally with you on keeping things simple. I often find that having too much gear can be overwhelming and you end up with less creative/effective solutions to issues on set😅

[@g_lantos]

Have a similar set up, but I rock the Tamron 35-150 f2-2.8 instead of the regular 24-70 focal length. :) your work is truly inspiring Danny!

[@den_tertainment]

I love how danny uses the stuff that gets send to him, and just basically says "if it works, it works."😂

[@DannyGevirtz]

Lmao! I’m not picky brothA

[@PolarProFilters]

Heck yeah Danny! Love to see the PMVND ED II getting put through it's paces and hold up to a beating! 🙌

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thank you all for making an incredible product!

[@TenfoldProduction]

Back to Solo Danny G! Excited to see it man. It's going to be awesome seeing you take your feature skills back into the solo world. Keep crushing it man!

[@BryanKangah]

Let’s gooo so pumped can not wait to see what you will achieve in 2024 senpai 🫶🏾

[@soyJulianR]

And then… a new Danny video is shared with the world, and our weeks are made. Ha ha! Great to see you again brother!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks dude!

[@andrew_maccoll]

Keep pushing man. It's gonna be good. You'll get there. Don't sweat it.

[@DTweedleD]

So excited for more Danny solo shoots

[@danorr83]

Inspiring stuff dude. Keeping it simple and achievable for most of us solo shooters out there. I need to find your videos on creative process for ideas for projects again.

[@Eric.Estrada]

I got the same exact Kondor Blue Setup for my FX3, best in the business.

[@chunmanf]

Thanks for sharing Danny! I just love how you keep everything as simple as possible and how genuine you are when you share! Thanks for being a huge inspiration. Love you

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks player! Love tou

[@chennyye28]

I would suggest an electric standing table if next time you want to change the editing table, they are quite nice and you can adjust your table level~ so you can both stand editing and sit.

[@DannyGevirtz]

I have one! I just edited that part out because it felt boring

[@michaelsuen5327]

Hey Danny，love your work and the personality, you are what keeps me going on making videos and films! thank you.

[@MrAlexGodat]

Using this as inspiration for trying to figure out my travel setup! Glad that you mentioned switching away from Black Pro Mist because I feel the same way myself; I'd rather not get stuck with the pro mist bloom when I don't want it.

[@DannyGevirtz]

Exactly man!

[@merrimaygill]

The most important video accessory, is a cute dog!

[@DLivingston]

I cant wait to see your video! Excited its finally coming out to the public!!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Me too man… me too

[@GriffinConway]

Shoots the RS3 promo, still rocks the RS2 😂 haha love it. Great video my bro!

[@jareddraney]

Danny Gevirtz is easily the most underrated creative on the internet

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks dude!

[@olacrau]

If I had to watch just one KZbin channel forever it would definitely be yours!

[@herodot86]

I am looking forward to seeing your movie Danny. Big thanks for your content. Helps me a lot on my journey. Love you mate :)

[@zde1997]

The Instrumental to "IDK Shit About Cars" at the end sold me on musicbed.

[@DannyGevirtz]

Lmao! Right was so stoked to see that song

[@McarthurBeard]

I don’t even have a camera no more ain’t shot nothing in 3 years I sat back and learned the writing side of things I don’t care to have a lot of gear my 2025 bucket list for when I return will be Camera-Canon c70 Lens-24-70 RF Audio-MKH50 boom mic Lights-Godox FS200 light + Godox TL tube light and I’m done it’s all about the storyline for me

[@girishappanah]

Thanks Danny. Needed this video as I have a tendency of over gearing 😂 You're the best!

[@_samsafi]

always love watching your videos!

[@daletidy.]

Great kit! I rock something with a lot of the same items! Thanks for sharing.

[@amthemusic7632]

It’s so funny that you said that because I did the same thing! I just did a really small setup for on the go documentary style work. I am a Lumix guy but I purchased a sigma FP L because it looks like a point and shoot and I can sneak it into areas that only allow point and shoots cameras. Also it’s less intimidating. I went with the new DJI mic 2.

[@DannyGevirtz]

Nice man!

[@petersedlacik]

Hey man, big fan of yours here. I was always a Canon user, recently switched to FX3. It's all new, but loving it. I love that you're a minimalist. Had to laugh when I saw you computer specs - I have the same, and then you showed the peakdesign tripod - using the same. Felt like we're vibin :) Anyway wanted to say thank you for the inspiration. Stay cool!

[@kolecava]

One wheel and tracking is so understated. I don't have one but I inline and it's so good. Although tad annoying because you need to build up the speed so have to account for extra distance to get the run up.

[@DannyGevirtz]

I just rocked a one wheel on a skateboarding shoot and it was perfect

[@lovellcamel2053]

Keep things as simple as possible is not easy, but you did it, glad that you always bring the PavoTube with you, haha

[@adamdrakestudio]

Black Satin sales are about to have a spike. I really like the feel/texture of your footage out of the FX3. I know that has something to do with the grade of course but the Satin is an interesting choice.

[@austinbrady]

Currently building out my own "mini cinema rig" so this was very helpful! Thanks Danny.

[@DannyGevirtz]

Glad to hear dude!

[@filmmakerevolution]

I love the FX3, I actually sold my A7Siii to upgrade, and finally this year we will get the shutter angle we've all been wanting.

[@DannyGevirtz]

Lol I’m still on the original firmware

[@Eyeofkamau]

@@DannyGevirtzwow you really don’t update anything 😂

[@filmmakerevolution]

Its not released yet, apparently due for September, you've got time 😛 But honestly you need the current one just for DCI 4K and true 24p@@DannyGevirtz

[@BenGleasonMedia]

Love the rig man! You make such amazing images with minimal gear 👏 blows my freaking mind 😆

[@DannyGevirtz]

Haha thanks dude!

[@andrewmainoster]

Can't wait to see the feature Danny!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks dude! Can’t wait for you to see it too

[@JakeLewisReal]

we have the same standing desk! this thing is great

[@JoshMatlock]

Great video man.. excited for what you are going to put out this year!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks dude!

[@jordantaylor3d]

One thing I'm always interested in is how folks manage all of their data. I never feel like I have a good system in place. How do you manage and store all of your data?

[@aqursy]

I hope someday I have set up a camera like you Danny

[@nolepholife2843]

I find myself constantly buying gear to offset my smaller package. Great vid as always!

[@nickbradyfilms]

There he is!

[@J_HNP]

Love those Adam A5Xs!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Haha dude they’re sick

[@JonathanCWard]

Love the video. Curious, as it’s not linked… what light modifier (dome) is that?

[@ObeWillems]

Can't wait for ITIS Danny! awesome setup, i'm planning on finally getting the fx3 this year!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks dude!!

[@MarcusMartinson]

Hey danny, where is that neat backdrop from? and same for the softbox. Love your videos keep it up!

[@callyscorner]

Keeping it Simple, I love that. Danny please i will love the overstock gear in the closet😂

[@DannyGevirtz]

Lol it usually goes to my interns

[@eleventhvision]

the Package joke had me giggling. Nice package, Danny.

[@shiftygijon]

Thanks Danny! very interesting video 👏👏

[@jamiewelman]

All of us solo filmakers have small packages😂

[@joaquimw2070]

Have you tried Black Glimmerglass? I'm trying to decide between Black Glimmerglass 1/4 and Black Satin 1/4.

[@themarkerflipper9929]

huge inspiration to me man, im a little confused why your screening your feature film on feb 11th in san francisco which is literally the SUPER BOWL and 49ers are going to be playing. I want to go so badly to the screening but I just can't miss out on my niners. love you danny!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Lol it’s a film festival I didn’t plan the screening! Wouldn’t blame you if you decided to watch the Super Bowl instead

[@annacourter5744]

You should think about giving away some of that "closet full of crap". As a small cinematographer who isn't a big youtuber its hard to get the gear we need cause its so expensive. :) Love you work! Can't wait to see what this year brings!

[@DannyGevirtz]

Thanks Anna! I do give most of it away to new filmmakers who help on my shoots

[@A1Bokeh]

DUDE love your style

[@yongko94]

Great Video!!! I was wondering what do you call those kind of fabrics at the first few seconds? I am dying to find one!

[@dir-gk]

I THINK IM SICK AHHHHH DANNY IM STILL SO PROUD OF YOU MAN.

[@NightShipParade]

Love this! I'm often doing solo work but I'm curious how do you carry all this stuff around solo? Do you fly with this setup? I love the big Aputure dome but I have trouble traveling with all that gear solo when I'm flying. Or having to stack multiple Aputure cases can feel tricky. Would love to hear more about that side of the solo setup

[@DannyGevirtz]

I typically fill a back pack and pelican. I try to either not use lights when I travel or source them from wherever I’m going

[@BokehFilmStudios]

Love this! Also, Colin Giering is my dude. Love that you guys work together. Question...Do you feel like you NEED the external battery because it's just too tough to swap out the regular Sony's while shooting? I tried this huge rig and keep finding that I don't love/need it all. It also is a pain switching from hand held to gimbal so I find myself needing to carry around two camera setups everywhere I go. Trying to find the most minimal way to do it all.

[@Magma101-xw4st]

Theatrical or VOD? We are here to support either way!

[@MurlykinYaroslav]

Hello Danny. You mentioned that you use Tiffen pro mist filter along with polar pro nd filter. Do you think it's just worth buying Polar Pro Mist Edition II and have two functions in a one single filter, instead of stucking two different filters?

[@Julinhorp]

Niceeee, i own a FX3 too, i like that setup, going to copy that 😁

[@mattdidisheim2211]

Great video. When you shoot with autofocus as you've said you do, do you use touch autofocus on the lcd along with a monitor?

[@ellisholcombe2695]

Would love to hear your thoughts on using the peak design tripod for video. Been considering it for my setup but have been hesitant because of the ball head setup for any sort of movement.

[@DannyGevirtz]

I wouldn’t use it if you’re planning on doing fluid head type motion!

[@EzraaaDave]

Its always so inspiring watching your videos. Idk why its so hard for me to start making videos. Im scared to put myself out there

[@DannyGevirtz]

Just go make a video about trees or something easy

[@mattcarlson12]

Dude WHERE did you get that doggy bed!? My Bernese needs a cooling one!

[@jdbeyer]

Been loving the Pavotube, it's so handy. Curious what you bring with you on flights for shoots out of state?

[@ajpautomotive]

Bro I love your content! Such an inspiration to my filmmaking 🙌 only just starting out but would love to get to even 20% as good as you 🙌🙌🙏🙏

[@vicentsendra1385]

Hi Danny, I'm interested on watching your movie, I'm from Spain and I'm wondering if it is going to be only in movie theatres or will it release on a streaming platform. Cheers from Spain!