Content Creation and Photography

If you are like me, then you nerd out over the photography, videography, sound, and light rigs of our favorite content creators.

Well, if you want to know what it takes to make all the Flying Raven Studios content, this is what I use!

All links are affiliate links that will take you to a supplier which I use myself. As affiliate links, I will earn from any qualifying purchases. 

Cameras

Cannon G16

  • My first content creator camera!

  • Image sensor size: 1/1.7 inches.

  • Easy to use

  • It has an internal mic, but no audio in capability so you will need to record audio seperately

Check it out on Amazon

Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5

  • Compact, Mirrorless

  • Photo Sensor Size Micro Four Thirds

  • Loads of functionality with crispy images and video

  • Steep learning curve if its your first DSLR

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Check it out on Wex photography

Microphones

Microphone: SYNCO Mic-M2S

  • Size

    This shotgun microphone is tiny for easy transport and can easily fit to the shoe mount on a DSLR camera

  • Sound Quality

    As a shotgun mic, it is pretty good at cutting out background noise for a nice audio recording (especially for this price bracket). However, it does need to be directly in front of the speaker for the best results. Also, it has a rubber shock mount and wind muff to minimize unwanted vibration and wind noise,

  • Compatability

    A 3.5mm TRS and a TRRS cable are included. This means that it will plug into most devices with a 3.5mm input such as DSLR cameras, camcorders, recorders, smart phones, laptops etc

  • Function

    While it is powered by an internal AAA battery which means that this mic can be fitted to any cold shoe mount. However, the on / off switch does not have a "click" and the only indication that it is on or off is a very small and faint LED. This has resulted in me running out of battery before a shoot as I had accidently left it powered on when in storage. This LED changes colour when the "low cut filter / noise suppression mode" is activated.

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Stands, Tripods and Attachments

11 inch Magic Monitor Arm + Large Super Clamp

  • Size

    Ideal for clamping a small camera to a desk, or your microphone to the tripod to get the shotgun mic that bit closer to your mouth while maintaining the frame for the camera

  • Weight limits

    Unable to support the weight of a 2Kg DSLR. But perfect for anything lighter

  • Compatability

    Has both a screw thread for a microphone of small camera, as well as a cold shoe mount

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Flexible Arm, ULANZI LS08 Overhead Camera Mount, Desk Camera Stand 3 Section Pole

  • Size

    Able to adjust for most angles and gives you the height for a decent field of view for the camera

  • Weight limits

    The weight limit is stated as 1Kg for the horizontal mount. Can just about support a DSLR with care

  • Compatability

    Has a screw thread for a microphone of DSLR.

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Neewer Portable 56 inches/142 centimeters Aluminum Camera Tripod

  • Size

    I only gave this a "X" rating as it is not quite tall enough for the camera to be at eye level when I am standing. But apart from that, it is great.

  • Quality

    Sturdy and quality build, but still fairly lightweight.

  • Compatability

    Has a screw thread on a separate platform for a DSLR. This then fits securely to the tripod via a friction lock. Very handy and avoids you from having to spin your expensive camera onto a static screw thread.

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Lighting

GODOX SL100Bi

  • Noise

    This is a powerful light and the fan needs to work hard to keep it cool. This background noise can be picked up by your microphone.

  • Light stand not included

    However, it does come with a Bowen mount, which will fit most light stands

  • Quality

    Sturdy and quality build, but still fairly lightweight, even for a light like this

  • Capable of being extreemly bright

  • Fully adjustable

    You can adjust both the brightness as well as the colour temperature from "daylight" to a very warm light

  • Remote control capable

    You can control a light, or a suite of lights from an App on your phone

  • 11 lighting effects inbuilt

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Softbox Photography Lighting Kit 50x70cm

  • A lot cheaper than most lighting kits

  • Fully adjustable

    You can adjust both the height of the stand as well as the angle of the softbox to get the light where you want it

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Music and Sound Effects

Epidemic Sounds

  • Music

  • Sound effects for sound design

Check it out on Epidemic Sound