So I gather that you clicked on this video because you're looking for some new mobile
filmmaking gear to take your iPhone videos to the next level.
Well, you’ve come to the right place!
Today, I'm going to be sharing with you guys some of my favorite mobile filmmaking gear
that you can grab right now for your iPhone and start making better videos.
As you guys know, I am a huge advocate for mobile filmmaking.
Carrying around less gear while still creating high quality, entertaining videos is every
Video Producer's dream - and going mobile is a great way to make that dream a reality.
From filming high-res 4K video to editing it all together and sharing it wherever you want.
It is simply incredible how much you can get done with just a phone nowadays.
So with that said, let us not waste anymore time and get to sharing my favorite iPhone
filmmaking gear that I use and recommend!
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The first piece of gear that I use is RODE's Vlogger Kit for iOS.
Don't let the name fool you, this kit isn't just for vloggers.
It comes with all of the filmmaking essentials.
A microphone, a light, diffusion filters and even a phone mount and tripod.
RODE makes some of the best microphones in the creative industry and star of the show
in this kit is that super compact, convenient microphone that plugs directly into your iPhone.
The only downside with it is that you have to remove the case on your phone for it to work but
Other than that, this $149 kit has all of the essentials that you need to take your
iPhone videos to the next level.
If you don't need all of this gear or want to spend $149 on the vlogger kit, a cheaper
option would be to grab a ManFrotto Pixi mini tripod and a phone mount with cold shoe.
This is a great, inexpensive way to get the same unique shots with your iPhone.
You also have a cold shoe to mount any light or microphone you want so it's very versatile.
We’ll talk about a few lighting and microphone options in a bit!
The next piece of gear that I use on a near daily basis with my iPhone 12 Pro is the
MOZA Mini MX gimbal.
This is a 3-axis gimbal that provides super stable video footage for only $89.
It seems a little too good to be true but the Mini MX delivers in it's performance.
Having spent about a year with it now, I found it to be one of the best phone gimbals that
I've ever used.
It's lightweight, folds up to be super compact and offers up to 20 hours of run time.
For the price, you'd be hard pressed to find a more reliable gimbal for your iPhone.
There's a lot to love about the Mini MX - especially the smooth pans and timelapses that you can
make with it.
This gimbal will no doubt help you take your iPhone video footage to a whole new level!
If a gimbal isn't up your alley, another cool recommendation that I have is the Pivo Pod.
This little pod can mount on your tabletop or virtually any tripod and act as your cameraman.
Simply mount your iPhone on top and this little pod tracks your movement as you move around.
It's super cool!
You can also use this little thing for motion timelapses, filming fitness videos, dance videos
and just all of that cool stuff. It’s a handy little tool!
I do have to give a huge shoutout to Webs who introduced me to this Pivo Pod by giving it to me
as an anniversary gift last year.
She always finds the coolest things!
The next set of gear that I use is a Moment Photo case and wide angle lens.
Moment creates some awesome gear for creatives.
Their iPhone photo cases and lenses have been around for a while now but if you've ever
tried them, you'll know that they add a whole new dynamic to any project that you're working
on.
My favorite Moment lens is easily the 18mm wide angle lens.
It's wider than the standard lens on most iPhones but isn't as wide as the built-in
ultra wide lens on newer iPhones.
It's a good middle ground between the two.
Aside from the wide angle, Moment also has a variety of other focal lengths available
from macro to telephoto and more.
Once you get one lens, you're going to want to try out more and all you need is one of
their photo cases with the lens mount to make it happen.
Then the possibilities are endless!
When it comes to microphones, there are endless options to choose from.
They come in all shapes and sizes.
In my mobile setup, I alternate between the RODE VideoMicro, RODE Smart Lav+ and Hollyland
Lark 150 wireless lav mic system.
All of these microphones serve a purpose for specific projects.
The VideoMicro is a super compact, general purpose microphone that adds high quality
audio to any setup.
It’s great to just leave attached to your rig.
On the flip side, the Smart Lav+ and Lark 150 are clip on lapel microphones that focus
more on your voice rather than what's going on around you.
Lav mics are great for vlogging, creating YouTube videos and also things like interviews.
The Smart Lav+ is a cheaper wired lav built for mobile phones.
The Lark 150 is a little more robust.
It's an AirPods-style, completely wireless professional microphone system and has 2 transmitters
and a receiver.
Do note that you will need an inexpensive TRS to TRRS patch cable for any microphone
that isn’t made for an iPhone.
You'll also need a lightning to audio dongle if your iPhone doesn't have a headphone jack
- just an FYI.
As far as lighting goes, the best compact light that you get at the moment is the Aputure
MC RGB light.
Not only is it highly compact but it also offers a wide range of lighting options built
right in.
From normal warm and cool colors to RGB colors to a number of presets and effects.
Aputure made a fantastic compact light here in the MC that pairs very well with any iPhone
filmmaking setup.
It also charges via USB-C and has built-in wireless charging for added flexibility.
I use this little thing for literally every video that I make here on my channel.
It's a little pricey at $99 but it's one of the best portable filmmaking lights that you
can get at the moment.
It's very much worth the price - especially since lighting is so, so important!
And lastly, the case that I use to store all of this iPhone filmmaking gear is the Peak
Design 3L everyday sling.
Peak Design makes some of my favorite production gear and their smallest sling bag is an excellent
option that can hold all of your iPhone gear in one place.
It can comfortably fit the MOZA Mini MX gimbal, Hollyland Lark 150 mic, Aputure MC Light and
basically everything I mentioned here on this list - as well as your iPhone itself.
This sling bag is a clown car for gear.
Not to mention, if you have a smaller mirrorless camera, it's great for holding all of that
gear as well.
It's an excellent overall travel sling bag!
So there you have it guys!
My favorite iPhone filmmaking gear that I use and recommend.
All of these accessories will no doubt help you take your mobile videos to the next level!
If you're looking for links to any or all of the gear that I featured in this video,
I've included links to everything that I'm using in the description box down below.
If you have any mobile filmmaking gear that you use and recommend, I would love to know
in the comments box down below.
Not only will it help me find cool new things but it will also help your fellow mobile filmmakers
find cool new things to use as well.
There is so much cool tech out there nowadays and this is not even scratching the surface!
I'm pretty sure I don't even know about half of the stuff that's out there.
So if you guys are using anything cool, let me know in the comments below!
Anywho, that’s about it for this video guys!
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Peace!