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[@Goated1TV]

The problem with camera gear is once you buy something, it leads to you wanting about fifty other things...

[@jasonzacharias7333]

Also KZbin!

[@markus8282]

This is true with Cars, Computers, Real Estates, Gulfing, ... everything.

[@yourbackyard7133]

It’s literally anything...currently addicted to buying camera gear and tools lol

[@flame9828]

Thats a fact. I bought a steadicam a while ago... now im getting a gimbal for no reason lmaooo.

[@YoungBlaze]

Sounds like a relationship with a woman

[@schuey323]

Everyone’s talking about selling LUTS and presets, you out here giving BANGING advice on how to be a pro. THANK YOU POTATO JET. Stuff I kind of knew about but hadn’t really invested in.

[@BharathRaj]

As he shows us a 1000$ microphone, I'm here debating if I should get a ND filter for my Canon 1300d or a sweatshirt. My bank account is crying

[@liberty744]

Bharath Raj ND filter lol

[@naturedeep1205]

Same here but i don't even have a camera 🤣🤣

[@anbiyapopal1458]

yeaaaah 1300d gang!

[@JePeVePe]

yeah and it's just 1 microphone, for just 1 purpose :) It's a shotgun mic, nice for isolating sound when interviewing some one, but.... for other purposes, where you need more ambient sound, it's not a very good solution :) There are cheaper, probably just as good mics out there. You can start with ROde mics, and if a job demands better quality, just rent mics like this... Most do that with camera's also... If you just start out, there is no need for 2500USD tripods and 2500 wireless transmission :)

[@krane15]

He showing you pro equipment. Buy it if you're a pro. That is, 1) you use it daily, or 2) you rely of it to make money and it cannot fail. 3) it is required to meet industry standards.

[@Albanez39]

In my opinion, the wireless system is overkill for indie and low-budget film makers. The third best investment after the tripod and boom mic is lighting; you can't do much without enough light. Bonus investment: a good PC that can edit 4K footage smoothly and complete other tasks like graphic design, VFX, animation, audio editing, music production etc.

[@junkman6456]

Yes, i guess what video software to use for that.

[@Wizzzel777]

Lisergiko agreed!

[@fugitivephilo]

agreed

[@nouuvall762]

adobe premiere pro is very good

[@CinematographyDatabase]

that Shure sm7b wants you to be very close to it, love that mic 🎤

[@Nathansomething]

He has 3 of them

[@sounddesignmix3002]

I'm a sound designer and mixer and couldn't agree more with the Sennheiser 416. It's my secret weapon mic. Great as a boom, great on cello, great for VO. Well worth it's $1K price.

[@arproxc2]

I think another essential tool for investment is lighting! Especially small LEDs that you can bring anywhere.

[@matthewhall2311]

Grip (Tripods, Stands, Steadicam, Jibs), Audio (Microphones, Pre-Amps, Mixers, Recorders), and Storage (Yes, RAID Arrays and HDD's) are my top 3 investments. Glass and cameras are easily interchangeable based on job, but quality Grip, Audio, and Storage will always be helpful. All of your projects have to be stored somewhere, so that's why storage is essential for me.

[@MrVikas07]

3 things are: Shotgun mic, Tripod, wireless monitor.

[@thebrazilshow]

Thank you! Saved me endless minutes of ADD rambling.....

[@benjrickard]

My SmallHD has been incredible. I’ve had it for four years and it’s still amazing. Gives me way more confidence in shooting and passion seeing the image look so good as I shoot. I will never shoot without one again.

[@Fabian-rp3rm]

I don't even watch these videos because of the topics. I watch them because it's Potato Jet

[@baqcasanke]

Fabian me too 😂

[@Forier]

Hey man. Just wanted to say, you're videos are awesome and I really appreciate all the work you do for these breakdowns. I'm constantly checking your new and old stuff, keep killing it !!!

[@chico3517]

petition for an ASMR channel where you tickle all kinds of camera gear

[@9VARZ]

This needs to be top comment! Let's go!

[@artistandcamera3245]

I get you man! I wanted a gimbal, so I saved up, and bought a gimbal (Crane 2). And to make it work better I got: follow focus motor remote follow focus and controller monitor cables for monitor battery for monitor clamp and magic arm cold shoes for mic and I still "need" to get an audio recorder/better mic, wireless mic, and HDMI transmitter/receiver and some NDs and a Polarizer and a dummy battery for my camera so I can power it and my monitor from the same 970 battery you get the point!

[@luukftf8028]

Can you do a similair video, but then with some lower budget items?

[@mattpjones]

The problem with lower budget items is most of them will be dated in a few years or just won't stand the test of time. All of the items he showed could theoretically work for over 10+ years if taken care of. They also could actially be brought to a professional set and wouldn't be laughed off....most budget things would be.

[@MarcosElMalo2]

For the fluid head, take a look at the Manfrotto 500 series, particularly the 504HD and the 502. Not as good as the Sachtler, which is pretty much industry standard, but manfrotto makes decent heads. You can usually find kits with matched sticks, but if you don’t go that route, make sure you’re getting a 75mm bowl set up-it will save a lot of time and aggravation leveling the camera. That’s more in the 500-700 range. Cheaper than that? There’s a lot of cheap gear coming out of China these days, but ymmv. I picked up a head and legs from Neewer (on Amazon) when it was on sale for 60 bucks. So far . . . Eh. It doesn’t have a smooth start on the pan, but what do you want for $60? I’ve had it less than 6 months and I can’t speak to its durability.

[@BassPlayerAvailable]

I was going to suggest similar. Could do different price brackets too.

[@MarcosElMalo2]

Matt Jones I agree, the whole point of the video was the basic equipment where it’s long term smart to spend more money. If you spend the bucks upfront on a good head and sticks or on a good shotgun mic, you won’t need to upgrade it as you upgrade your camera system. If you can’t afford the recommended equipment, you make do, but that isn’t the point of the video. There’s thousands of videos reviewing cheaper equipment.

[@SeisKyomi]

Yea, especially the tripod shocked me

[@KevinGoosie]

That was definitely the best "ABRUPT" ending. Enjoyed the content and the fact that you talked about the gear you have NOW, and not what you had when you started. In my opinion, it is something others can look forward too, and set their goals to one day acquire.

[@justinemarkdajay7485]

The kid from UP grew up to be a KZbinr. Nice.

[@AnishNapper]

Lame joke

[@justinemarkdajay7485]

@@AnishNapper Yeah? Nobody gives a fk.

[@AnishNapper]

@@justinemarkdajay7485 like you

[@justinemarkdajay7485]

@@AnishNapper same to you. 😏

[@gustavomaguina40]

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[@kieferszumlas3081]

there's so many other budget gear recommendation videos out there, this is exactly what I needed at this time in my career that could help me with my business in it's early stages. Many thanks man

[@CaseyGray58]

The ending 👌🏻

[@dlugokecki]

[@angrymikko]

Lol perfection

[@aidenmcmullen4351]

I was dying

[@nsphotography4590]

I waited and was not disappointed 😂

[@alexandreterra6]

Crazy thing about storing tripod heads. I always though that the better was to store it with no tension at all!

[@FrenchieFries]

Where did you get the orange backdrop from is that just orange paper?

[@andrewweidner7494]

Yes it is just a large roll of orange paper

[@spicygaming8779]

They are paper backdrops, You can search for seamless paper backdrop on amazon :)

[@BenjaminRowlandTV]

These videos just keep getting better. Quickly becoming my favorite KZbin channel. Well done!

[@StuHaightVideo]

This is my opinion when it comes to gear: Avoid HDMI, embrace SDI and gear that can handle variable voltage up to 18v power and your accessory gear will last forever. Also pay a sound guy separately ;)

[@BushidoPhoto]

I love my Rode NTG4+. No need for a phantom power source and I can add a tascam DR-10X directly to the boom pole/blimp! Works like a champ!!!

[@theyoungtravelier]

Great choices in stuff.. Satchler tripod is a MUST if you are in this for the long haul, and people often overlook audio... would also add the AVX wireless system from Sennheiser if you do on the go interview work with the incredible MKE2 lav's

[@keithabel6962]

i know im randomly asking but does someone know a trick to log back into an Instagram account? I somehow lost my account password. I would appreciate any tricks you can offer me.

[@sonnybrecken3818]

@Keith Abel instablaster ;)

[@keithabel6962]

@Sonny Brecken Thanks for your reply. I got to the site through google and Im waiting for the hacking stuff atm. Seems to take quite some time so I will reply here later when my account password hopefully is recovered.

[@keithabel6962]

@Sonny Brecken it worked and I finally got access to my account again. Im so happy:D Thanks so much, you saved my ass :D

[@sonnybrecken3818]

@Keith Abel you are welcome xD

[@FaiyzaBeg]

That happd to me yesterday! I ended up reshooting a bit because i had hair strands not hair sprayed down! Its the tiny details that make a world of a difference!

[@leovoi]

Wow.. you've lost some weights Russel!

[@djcsr]

Probably from carrying that gear!

[@MrJenishbek]

I thought so too, but wasn't sure

[@lanekelso3603]

I was about to like ur comment, but I saw you had 100 likes so I’ll let you embrace that.

[@Cchogan]

I loved my MKH 815 mic. It still works 50 years later. I often sneaked it into my gear. "You won't need that! The 415/6 will be fine!" But the number of times I used it anyway and people said, "I love that sound!" The only problem was you needed to point it really accurately!

[@robertnees9781]

THE BEST QUOTE of 2019 = "Shelf life of a fraying iPhone Charger" 4:38

[@KARLSPEED]

Discovered Potato Jet like 1 month ago. I must say i really like this guy, he has such good energy and perfect amount of humor and seriousness, i just like him alot :) Keep on doing what you do! subscribing right now :)

[@MichaelOrtega]

Hot potato

[@FlyingEyes27]

I'm from Germany. In real, I'm the right potato!

[@thomasg.7000]

FlyingEyes Ich bin auch aus Deutschland 🇩🇪 ☺️

[@thomasg.7000]

FlyingEyes Na klar! Man kann einfach so viel mit Kartoffeln anstellen.....😄

[@vegardpedersen]

@@FlyingEyes27 I'm from Norway.

[@9VARZ]

Always have the opinion that analogue/analog gear are the ones worth investing on. They have a much longer usable lifespan and runway compared to their digital cousins.

[@adnan_velic]

Imagine giving a client a screen and they say “what about if we do the shot like this?”

[@drewviehmann]

These are the best. Favorite filmmaking content creator hands down.

[@dannielsteward5447]

Heyyo POTATO, can you shoot some cinematic video with just a laptop webcam? Well i dare you to do dat. Btw you're mah fav channel on youtube

[@samirakacha]

Let's put a bell on this channel. You make being a filmmaker look so fun. Love that. Thank you!!

[@THEMATT222]

Where's the givaway? I really want that microphone for my m50. Please, I neeed it for the up coming trip.

[@NetanaChipo]

THE MATT 222 lol I hope you get the steady cam, it’s a good combo with the m50

[@THEMATT222]

​@@NetanaChipo , Thanks

[@THEMATT222]

@Jacob Seppa , For…….(Whats the price?)…...

[@THEMATT222]

@Jacob Seppa , I'm in thailand. Whats the shipping price?

[@THEMATT222]

@Jacob Seppa , How can I pay you with cash? I don't have a credit card nor bank account!

[@Anglesandacid]

One of my favorite videos you’ve made Potato Jet!

[@imabigsandwich1292]

Thanks potato, another video that makes my (current) wallet sad.

[@Dmogul]

lol I know right I looked up all the gear and just sat my happy ass down and tried not to cry

[@AGilbii]

Every new Potato Jet video is like Christmas for me!

[@Fabian-rp3rm]

So, I was just very curious: you seem really focused on videography I, but *how's your photography?*

[@Jujudocine]

Fabian im also interested

[@o0KuranYuuki0o]

But videography is his profession...

[@jefffitzgerald5396]

He's a cinematographer, not a videographer.

[@LarzB]

Best filmmaker tool that you have to keep investing in is yourself. For what I do, i like a kinda heavy but small monopod (which is extendable). Small enough to carry around. Easy, cheap and stabilisation for your hand hold shoots (2 rotational axes and vertical movement) and carrying your camera. And extended to the ground it is a normal monopod. Oh and if the monopod also has a side stick handle (don't know the name of it, but it is also on tripods for video), the length of that stabilizes the 3rd rotational ax.

[@migaeldannhauser]

That's effspot's Blue Jaguar F-Type SVR in the background at @3:00 Shitty situation to be honest because it is kind of showing where he lives.

[@red2001corvette]

Your enthusiasm in your videos is contagious! Keep up the good work!

[@vegardpedersen]

Great video! I have a Røde NTG-3, you should test that microphone. It's awesome :-)

[@brainfilms1696]

i have the NTG-1 and i love it!

[@brainfilms1696]

@Jacob Seppa niceh i got the zoom h6 with the ntg-1 its niceh for simple audio recordings

[@brainfilms1696]

@Jacob Seppa yeah verry well!

[@JeanRenzen]

Dude your videos are awesome!! Please keep making them! I won’t be surprised if you hit 1 million subscribers this year. You deserve it!

[@saligator8879]

2:58 LOL i know this place from the one GTA5 mission with Franklin and Lamar xD

[@911ACTIONJCAM]

Thanks for sharing. I'm looking for a new camera for my action shoots. Still not sure what to get but this video helps narrow down.

[@DeeceeChung]

Dayum sold me on the tripod. Checked price $2600

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Yea that one hurt when I realized that I ain't affording that no matter how bad i want it haha

[@andrewmasi5618]

Our teradek is in our top 3 but some other good options. 1. Inovativ cart 2. Easy rig with serene arm. 3. Core nano v mount batteries

[@LiamHantos]

Do they ever go UP in value

[@theSimonManuel]

Nice to see how the edits are put together with that timer running on the camera feed. Way to go!

[@Azz-M]

i need a 50mm f1.8 ... after buying it : I might also buy a macro lens ...

[@soggunnuggos982]

Anas Azzouz so me 😂

[@fongjunjie777]

watched several of your videos and here is what you get from me! A new subscriber! Love your energy in the videos, keep it up bro!

[@alchemisthere]

Hallo Guten Tag, just pronounce it Sachtler it's really einfach.

[@noel.friedrich]

German meeting incoming

[@jonaschmidt9275]

Can't decide if this is sarcasm or not

[@PowerDreiD]

😂

[@oemersu]

Das ist Sarkasmus ja.

[@alchemisthere]

@@oemersu Aber hallo

[@mathiasertnaes9388]

Working 50/50 as a AC and DOP i just invested in a 702 OLED. Having had it for a couple months and expensed it across jobs its almost paid down already. It obv won't last as long as a tripod, but then again i think it his that wonderful balance of safe investments and investments you actually need. I could definitely have bought a nice tripod instead, but this monitor goes me both when i OP and AC, unlike a tripod that would only see half the use. Solid video!

[@rabiscocriativo8352]

I love your Channel

[@twiglet2214]

Thanks Potato for your impressive content and energetic delivery - you inspire me to be more creative and thanks for sharing your knowledge/experience - well done !

[@XRONIKA]

I keep out myself to spend money on camera last 3 month. But I think I gonna lose this game. I need full frame... I fink... YAH... Sorry panasonic.

[@MarcosElMalo2]

You really need or you just really really want? Be honest, you’re among friends here. We understand who understand how want can be so strong it seems like a need. We’re gear heads. If you really need something for a particular project but can’t afford it, consider renting for just that project (and hopefully you can pass the cost on to the client).

[@ChristianoGioacchini]

You definitely deserve millions of subscribers. Your videos go by so quickly when I watch:)

[@78Centavos]

:) thanks

[@paul42scott]

Hey Potato Jet! Reckon you could do a video on the business side of filmmaking? Stuff like what to put on an invoice and how to properly quote a client? It's not as interesting as camera comparisons but I think there'd be a lot of people who'd learn a lot from it, I know I would!

[@EricMyles]

Anyone small film makers wanna support each other? Love the video as always gene🙌🏻

[@groovymotion5706]

Hey I subscribed to your channel! I see you have a EOS M. I had an M3 and just switched to the M6! I'd love the support even if your channel is over 80x bigger than mine! 😂

[@EricMyles]

GroovyMotion subbed! I’ll check you out after work! Awesome stuff!

[@groovymotion5706]

Thanks! I am just starting! 2019 will be the creative year!

[@Smartaman042]

Sub back and will appreciate.. thanks

[@RiggingDoctor]

No idea on the top 3! Been using a GoPro 5 for the past 2 years. Just upgraded to a GoPro 8 and Nikon D7500 w/18-140mm and Rode Videomicro 😎 it’s an investment 🤪

[@THEMATT222]

THATS TRUE! my m50 would be out dated in 3years!

[@mkesl]

Hmm. That wasn't in the video. But spotting a sony fan is like spotting a white dot on a black background.

[@JetBen555]

the m50 was already out dated when it came out, just like the EOS R

[@THEMATT222]

@@mkesl, the only camera I ever bought with my own choice is the m50

[@THEMATT222]

@@JetBen555 , what you mean?

[@mkesl]

@@JetBen555 Yeah, maybe it was, but camera tech is stagnating. 4k isn't all that big a deal anyway. _Sony fan spotted._

[@pickleballchumps]

I had a Sennheiser 416 with “T” power that was from the early 80’s and worked perfectly fine 30+ years later! It was built so well it doubled as a hammer/mallet. 😂

[@HeeGeonKang]

conclusion = Buy EXPENSIVE equipment that last long

[@paulk8924]

I would definitely second on having something to allow the client view some of the work, even though I'm more of a hybrid shooter. Photographing tethered in a controlled environment, and having it for the client to view the photos on the fly ups the professionalism because they can literally see what they are paying for. Also, will you ever go over what types of production filming that you do?

[@AParticularPointofView]

Potatojet has GAS. 📷🎥💩

[@JustLarry315]

I need an updated video of this. With more essentials. I’m a gluten for ordering every cheap light, mic, or any gadget, yet I barely go out and film. My channel is live streams but I want to create more. I obsess over gear but never go create. Wasted so much money on gadgets I never use. I wish we could have a simple must have list of things to start creating good content on a budget. Like news, interviews and short documentary stuff. Not cinematic or film making level but still professional looking and for KZbin.

[@alsokooniiee4797]

How old is this video :/

[@yajrodihsat8272]

15 minutes old.

[@malengine_music]

I'd say one thing I couldn't live without is LED lighting and C stands. I've got a full array of Neewer panels. They're bright, lightweight, take common Sony batteries or run right off of mains voltage. They'll adjust from hot to cool white and their CRI is super high. Kinda funny you didn't think of lighting in spite of literally winding up in the dark in the first 1/3rd of the video.

[@jelianfilm1434]

Potato Head.. :-)

[@Seactor]

You are doing great! We are all very proud of you.

[@DavidHLee]

Happy New Year Potato. totally agree, the client experience is HUGE. giving them the experience of being part of the whole production process and not just in it really wins a ton of points. its funny, some clients want to have the behind the scenes footage of them at a production set then the production itself. popular for their gram posts :) also, yeah the tripod is killer but a "good" one is hard to travel on planes with. so hard to compromise on gear for long distance shoots by taking cheaper tripods. anyway. love the new studio and keep that content coming in 2019!

[@bastian.michel]

Honestly, one of the best creators out there. And im happy to follow you since a couple thousand subs.

[@gullevek]

This is nice. And true for tripods even if you are just a photographer. I still have the same tripod from 10 years ago. Still works.

[@yanndemoerloose]

I have a remark. I always put the pan and tilt tension level at 0 before storing away the tripod. This is how high end rental companies put them away as well in my experience.

[@Alejokid06]

I replayed that ab scene 5 times and cracked up every single time. Love the vids man.

[@Ngasii]

Hey Potato Jet person. I adore your work. It's really educating more about how to take my own videography aspirations to great heights🔥

[@jaredfilms]

Really like your content so much more range and especially that pro hollywood advices🤩

[@hfoslayer6195]

Thanks for the advice Potato Jet! I'm working to get a camera body first but I will look it UP when I have my main set DOWN :D

[@OctaveFilms]

Sanken CS1. Great sound and 1/2 as long. For run and gun, I never worry about the shotgun creeping into frame.

[@wendywu4650]

You are so talented!loving your videos as much as loving VMaker!

[@Kitten-Master]

I used to volunteer at a tv station a couple years back.. i still miss their tripods. everything i own just feels inadequate now.

[@uda_media]

My guesses (and my opinions) are lights, mics, stands/tripods/grip gear.

[@rhodoliteproductions8344]

It would be really cool if you could do more business related videos of you just doing a basic run down on getting started, laying a foundation, contracts/legal, estimates and treatment. that kind of stuff

[@Manukant]

Hey Potato! We want to listen your opinion about the nikon Z6 in coparison with a high pro camera like a RED or Arri. Your perspective is so clarified because you work ith very high equipment and you show to us an unique perspective. Do it for beginers filmakers! Nice vídeo! 🔥🎬🎥

[@markziemba8522]

This video is so valuable. I am more of an audio expert, but I can name some tools that I’ve continually used yet were purchased 30 years ago - like my pair of Schoeps MK54 Hypercardiod microphones. Your favs of of the Sennheiser shotgun, the tripod, and the wireless video are sooo good. Thanks so much!

[@matthewlivingston3168]

I think my MacBook pro and final cut pro is my most useful tool. I once edited a skateboard grand opening with just my cellphone footage. It looked professional.

[@BarreiroDriver]

Congratuations from Portugal...Nice to see your videos...i'm a videographer and always learning

[@cjpreyes]

I want to buy a macro lens. 100mm? Or would you recommend 24-70mm or 24-105mm? I don't have 50mm nor a 24mm yet. But feel I want to have the Canon 24-70 or105mm? What do you think.. which one should I buy for my 200d. Really love your reply thanks Potato Jet!

[@cjalfehaidahful]

Potato Jet is one of the greatest people in the videography industry on youtube. I have learned a lot from watching this channel. he has inspired me to open my channel. I just received my first cam ever. made my first video on youtube. hope I get support from you guys. i will be uploading fitness, food, travel, and cars using the knowledge I'm learning of Potato Jet

[@petersarellas]

Super helpful video! Hadn’t even thought about buying a Teradek until now. Also 10/10 ending

[@jonjoy-gaba9832]

Didn't know about storing the tripod. Thanks for that tip!

[@WahidFayumzadah]

What's better, a small ball head type of holder or this swivel? Because those small ball heads can also turn 360 degrees... right?

[@ClydeGonzales]

The continuity of this video lulz. Luv you potato!

[@soxvt13]

Once you start you can’t stop man. Camera gear and potato chips are synonymous. Your back alleys look like my old hood....Gorham ave. Brentwood.

[@xinliu7947]

Hi Mr.Potato. Can you talk about what camera, and tools a film student should get? Should I buy a DSLR or a cheap cinema camera like Blackmagic PCC? Thank!

[@emmanuelmarthol3156]

What's the link to these products?