Red Komodo Now Under $3K - Still Worth It for Documentary Filmmaking?

In this video, I dive into my current documentary filmmaking camera setup featuring the Red Komodo paired with Sigma Zoom Lenses. Fresh from a recent travel doco shoot, I share the gear I rely on when out in the field when I want a practical system that will still deliver high end results. This setup has become my go-to for run-and-gun shoots and professional documentary projects. Whether you’re a seasoned filmmaker, a cinematographer, or a content creator looking to upgrade your kit, this breakdown will give you a comprehensive look at my current equipment choices.

Camera Gear Breakdown:

Red Komodo with EF Mount Lenses
Sigma 18-35mm & 50-100mm f1.8
Meike RF-EF Variable ND Adaptor
Atomos Ninja V 5" Monitor
Rode VideoMic Pro & Rode Wireless Pro Lapel Kit
Core SWX Nano 150w V-Mount Batteries
SmallRig 99w Nano V-Mount Batteries

I'll discuss why this camera rig suits my shooting style, and has been a reliable and practical choice for a lot of recent projects. Check out the chapter timestamps for quick navigation, and don’t hesitate to drop any questions about my documentary filming process, camera setup tips, or audio gear/settings.

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Chapters:
0:00 - 0:38 - Intro/Background
0:39 - 1:03 - Sample Footage
1:04 - 1:50 - Channel Update
1:50 - 4:44 - What is this used for?
4:45 - 5:57 - Sigma Zoom Lenses
5:58 - 9:00 - Rode VideoMic Pro/Getting Good Audio with Red Cameras
9:00 - 9:44 - Core SWX 150 V-Mount Battery
9:55 - 11:35 - Atmos Ninja-V 5 inch monitor/1TB SSD
11:35 - 12:38 - Angelbird 1tb Cfast Media
12:38 - 13:31 - Data Best Practices
13:34 - 14:10 - Does it still stand up?
14:11 - 14:58 - Meike RF-EF Variable ND Adaptor
14:58 - 16:08 - Lens Filters
16:08 - 16:46 - Red Komodo Age
16:47 - 21:08 - Audio Kit - Rode Wireless Pro
21:09 - 21:21 - Outro


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