Film Equipment Guides

If you've been looking at getting into live streaming, it's important to have the proper hardware for the job. Nobody wants to listen to a streamer who sounds like hes recording in the middle of an airplane. We're here to help you find the best microphone for streaming that fits your budget and needs. FilmToolKit has put together a list of the top 5 desktop microphones to help … [Read more...] about The Best Microphone For Streaming – USB Desktop Microphone Guide

If you've got a keen eye for film, chances are you've noticed how powerful a lateral tracking shot can be. Whether you're trying to make your product review footage as slick as possible, or trying to make a shot in your indie film more dynamic, the camera slider is an absolute necessity. Today we're going to find you the best camera slider to help you figure out which one is … [Read more...] about Best Camera Slider – Top 5 Buyer’s Guide

The hardest part about putting together your kit is understanding all the unique qualities of the seemingly endless varieties of the equipment. To the uninitiated, learning what lights your production will need can be quite intimidating - especially with how expensive they can be. We wrote this comparison of Ring Lights vs Softbox lights to help you understand which type better … [Read more...] about Ring Light Vs Softbox Light – Which is Better for Your Videos?

The Glidecam is a wonderful device that uses counterweights to allow you to achieve truly professional looking movement shots in your films. Today we're taking a look at several of these devices to help you find the best Glidecam for DSLR video production to suit your needs as a filmmaker. We're going to get right into our picks for the best Glidecam. Stick around afterwards … [Read more...] about Best Glidecam For DSLR Video Production – Buyer’s Guide (2019 Update)

Audio is one of the most important components of a video. Films without solid audio mixes will punch audiences right out of immersion. Uploading a video before properly editing the sound can destroy your production value. To edit sound, you need an accurate representation of the audio, which is only possible with a pair of the best headphones for video editing. FilmToolKit … [Read more...] about Best Headphones For Video Editing – Top 5 Buyer’s Guide (Updated 2019)