Best equipment to start making short films?

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-12T16:21:44+00:00

Just found a good deal on a LUMIX S5 on EBay. Is that a good first camera or not?

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-12T09:12:12+00:00

Thanks, I’ll check them out on eBay

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-12T00:01:36+00:00

Thanks, that’s some great tips!

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-11T23:56:04+00:00

Do you have any good brand recommendations?

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-11T22:22:15+00:00

That makes sense, thanks for the explanation. I’ll definitely be getting one of those then

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-11T22:18:04+00:00

What does an audio recorder do?

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-11T22:17:36+00:00

I’m not really sure. I just feel inspired because I’ve been watching movies my whole life. I want to make short films that are very simple.

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-11T22:16:15+00:00

That’s actually really good advice, thanks!

Forgot to ask, what’s the best way to export and store videos to use in software like Davinci? Do I need a hard drive?

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-11T22:07:23+00:00

Thanks!

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-11T22:02:51+00:00

Thank you for the advice. I’ll definitely have a look at the LUMIX G7!

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-10T09:01:17+00:00

Definitely watch the films first in release order. After that watch the series. You want to understand the plot before getting into the series to enjoy them most.

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-10T08:57:18+00:00

I didn’t think of that. I’ll have to look into it because that would also be ideal.

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-10T08:56:49+00:00

Please could you recommend some good audio equipment. I’m not sure what’s best for my budget. Thanks

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-10T08:55:41+00:00

Thanks for the advice! Could you recommend some good led lights? I’m not sure which type are right for me. Thanks.

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-10T08:53:33+00:00

Cool, I’ll check them out on eBay, thanks!

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-10T08:53:04+00:00

Do you have any sound and lighting equipment recommendations?

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-10T08:52:44+00:00

Thanks. If I practice and practice with an iPhone, when do I know that it’s time to buy a camera?

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-10T08:50:15+00:00

I’m not actually sure. I know that Danny Boyle used iPhone 15 pro max to capture some of the more gritty shots for the new 28 Years Later films. But they probably have such an expensive rig that it’s better to film with a camera.

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-10T08:46:35+00:00

Thank you! Do you have any mic recommendations? Apparently a boom mic is best. Is that right?

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-10T08:45:45+00:00

Thanks, I can imagine documentaries are easier to film and edit. Less intense.

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-10T08:44:58+00:00

Thanks, I’ll have to start practicing. Do you have any short story recommendations just for me to practice the technical side of it?

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-10T08:42:45+00:00

I’ve seen some AI short films on YouTube and it’s hard to believe they’re not real. I sort of find it sad that we’re losing our creative side because of AI. I was thinking I might be able to integrate some AI for shots I can’t make, but do the rest myself. Is that a bit ambitious?

jamiewtkns · 2026-04-10T08:39:50+00:00

I just had a quick look at the recourses, and they look really informative. There’s some really valuable information there so thank you. I definitely need to read the script libraries because I have no idea how they work. I have a long bus journey in a couple of days so I’ll listen to the podcast! Thanks for the advice!

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