The following is equipment I have chosen to film for a high budget drama production. The website I have chosen is films cape media.com, this is because thee website offers high end professional equipment that they provide for producers internationally and locally. The website has had very good reviews and a good satisfaction rate as well as a wide variety for equipment designed specifically for high production value.
Camera & Camera equipment The first item I chose was an ALEXA XT B+W Video Camera, I decided to buy four of these as they are cheap as well as reliable, they cost just under 3,200.00 witch make it just under average with most video cameras on the market, therefore I believe the camera is a good price allowing me to purchase more than one. I chose these because during my research I discovered that there are many good reviews about the camera, an overall satisfaction rate from there previous buyers. The camera is good quality and is very professional for the size and price. I will also purchase a Cannon Digital SLR Camera for panoramic or time-lapse shots on the side, these are not too expensive, they can often cost around 320 but for more professional ones can go up to 7,000. ALEXA XT B+W Video Camera Micro SD Card Cannon Digital SLR Camera Lenses & lens equipment The second Item I chose to buy was KOWA PROMINAR ANAMORPHIC SET Lenses. They cost around 34,700.00, making them quite an expensive tool in the whole
Page 2 budget range, but I believe the lenses are the best option for the directors needs and are less expensive than others I had found in my research. The set of lenses provides all the necessary variety that a professional film requires for shot types, it provides all the right lenses needed for basic and advanced shots. These lenses are individually designed for the camera I have chosen; they are both companys that are similar and progress together in the industry makes the camera and lenses. The set includes over 30 lenses ideal for the filming angles. KOWA PROMINAR ANAMORPHIC SET Lenses (30) lenses Included Sound Recording Equipment The third item was a RODE VideoMic- On Camera Microphone. I chose to buy this item because although the camera includes a microphone that is recording while filming, I wanted a separate microphone that records in closer quality. This means I can use the camera whilst a separate microphone is recording audio anything else I want on a boom pole. I can also record Foley without having to use the camera, and then edit the sounds later. The item costs around 130, so I can afford to buy one for each of the cameras. RODE make reliable audio recording equipment so I decided to purchase from them. They do a professional job of the recording and help with the overall quality of the recording. I will also purchase a Shure Wireless Radio Microphone System for communication between crews; they will fit in the budget as they are often cheap costing around 40 for each person who requires one.
RODE VideoMic- On Camera Microphone Rycote G5 Boom Pole Sound Recording Pole Shure Wireless Radio Microphone System Tascam Portable Field Audio Recorder 2,680.00 Sound Recording Equipment To go with the microphone I needed a boom pole with reliability and extending functions so decided to buy two Rycote G5 Boom Pole Sound Recording Poles. This is because this brand of boom pole are used by many professionals when recording sound in film and television, practically news reports and they are often satisfied
Page 3 with the quality of the product as well as the durably. They are a very good price as they provide a durable product, they cost around 170. There will need to more than one so I chose this product as it is cheap but effective in its purpose. Also buy a couple of Tascam Portable Field Audio Recorders for longer-range recording. This product does not cost that much as it is often only a temperate device for checking, they cost around 80 allowing me to purchase multiple devices for the purposes. RODE VideoMic- On Camera Microphone Rycote G5 Boom Pole Sound Recording Pole Shure Wireless Radio Microphone System Tascam Portable Field Audio Recorder 2,680.00 Equipment I decided to buy four Mantona Dolomit Video Camera Tripods, the tripod is slightly more expensive than regular tripods but the brand is mainstream for reality and function. They cost 370 each and I will require one for each of my four cameras, I believe although they are slightly more expensive, they will provide me with the professional look required for the film. I needed four for each one of the cameras; I chose to do this because each camera may need to be operating at a different time to save overall time. One of the most important factors of professional looking film sets are lighting, I chose to buy two CAME Video/Studio Film Broadcast Lighting sets. This is because I read reviews from previous buyers who claimed the product was very effective in reaching there needs at a professional level. The product gives a high level look to the set and is a distinct influence on the quality of the video. The lights are mainly for indoor use, they can used to light up sets inside such as background lighting. The indoor and outdoor lighting will cost over 8,500.00 making them quite expensive but I believe that it is important for the film to spend its budget on lighting as this product will define how the outcome of the final film appears to the viewers. Mantona Dolomit Video Camera Tripods CAME Video/Studio Film Broadcast Lighting the Fresnel Tungsten Video Spot Light Kit Lighting Lastolite Collapsible Backgrounds
Page 4 Track Dolly Slider Rail Shooting Stabilizer Kesslar filming Crane 7,600.00 Equipment I also needed to purchase spotlights for outdoor purposes, so I found the Fresnel Tungsten Video Spot Light Kit Lighting; this set is a good price for the quality of its goods. It includes all the requirements for high budget films and television programs, during my research I came across many brands but this one seemed to satisfy the users, this is because it has easy functions and can be set to suite the directors desires. The product can be easily adjusted and transported throughout the outdoor locations making it easier o the filming crew.
The next item I purchased were some Lastolite Collapsible Backgrounds, these are mainly used for indoor use only. The cost around 130 saving the budget expenses on locations. They can often save the production crew in time and money as travelling costs are lowered. The item was picked because mainly to reduce the costs, therefore spending higher prices on the budget of other important equipment. I also chose a Track Dolly Slider Rail Shooting Stabilizer; this was to increase the professionalism of the shooting footage. I also purchased a Kesslar filming crane for the higher shots that the dolly is not capable of reaching, in addition to this it will give a wider variety of shots to the viewers and therefore see, higher quality or higher budget to the audience. The cost around 90 but can also be rented for around 18 per day, I will choose to purchase the product as I will require various shots and need the equipment to be varied. Mantona Dolomit Video Camera Tripods CAME Video/Studio Film Broadcast Lighting the Fresnel Tungsten Video Spot Light Kit Lighting Lastolite Collapsible Backgrounds Track Dolly Slider Rail Shooting Stabilizer Kesslar filming Crane 7,600.00 Editing
Page 5 The editing is one of the most important elements for the final turn out of the film; the editing can make all the difference in a clip or piece. The first editing equipment I chose was Final Cut Pro Editing Softwhere, I believe this softwhere is the easiest tool for making the final film appear more professional to the viewers as well as suiting the needs of the director. This is because the softwhere is easy to use by the editing crew but is complex and provides all the necessary tools to tweak the shots to perfection. The software costs around 475 to purchase, this is a very good price for softwares as most can go up to 600, making this a good tool for editing and a good overall price. AVOLITES PEARL Lighting Desk & Audio Mixer AVOLITES Directing & Shots Video Desk/Mixer LogicKeyboard Apple Editing Keyboard Apple IMac 27 Desktop Computer Final Cut Pro Editing Softwhere 16,900.00 Editing Adding to the editing I chose to purchase an Apple IMac 27 Desktop Computer. I believe that this is the best way to edit the clips as it provides the editor with easy functions and smooth editing providers, as well as a clear view of each clip in detail to spot any faults in the shot. The iMac is known for quality control and reliability, therefore I believe that it will work well with the softwhere I had chosen, to allow efficient editing to the editor. The final editing gadget I decided to purchase was aLogicKeyboard Apple Editing Keyboard. I believe that this tool will provide a quicker and simpler way for the editors to access tools they require to suite the needs of the editing they have. The computer costs around 1,700.00 to purchase and will provide the editing with all the basic and advanced tools for improving the film. This is the most expensive of its kind, but still affordable so it can be purchased. AVOLITES PEARL Lighting Desk & Audio Mixer AVOLITES Directing & Shots Video Desk/Mixer LogicKeyboard Apple Editing Keyboard Apple IMac 27 Desktop Computer Final Cut Pro Editing Softwhere
Page 6 16,900.00 Editing I will then purchase a AVOLITES PEARL Lighting Desk & Audio Mixer, as I believe it is important that the audio is mixed right to help with professionalism and to assure all continuity for the viewers watching the clip. To make sure the visual side of it is stable I will purchase an AVOLITES Directing & Shots Video Desk/Mixer, this is also so the editing team can check every sound and clip to make sure it all fits together or add in any additional requirements that the director seeks. These two are both made by the same company, I chose to use them as I believe they will be perfect for completing the tasks required by the director. The product has been used in many professional movies and TV shows so I believe it is reliable and just the right products for the final edit. The editing equipment and desks will cost over 17,000.00 making them the second most expensive item on the list of equipment, nevertheless it is important that the continuity and editing is one of the most crucial steps in the whole process in producing an effective looking film. AVOLITES PEARL Lighting Desk & Audio Mixer AVOLITES Directing & Shots Video Desk/Mixer LogicKeyboard Apple Editing Keyboard Apple IMac 27 Desktop Computer Final Cut Pro Editing Softwhere 16,900.00 Conclusion Thus to conclude, I am very pleased the equipment I have chosen will fully satisfy my needs in the production as they are very good quality and I am under my budget limit, excluding other expenses such as location and staff cost. I believe the equipment will provide a professional looking drama as an outcome for the final film. The final cost is 80,570.00; therefore I believe that I have stuck well within my budget with 169,430.00 left over. I believe that although I havent spent my entire budget, I have found the best tools for producing the final product and giving the film a professional look.