Camera & Video
Everything I use to film content — cameras, lenses, lighting, audio, and motion gear.
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Canon EOS R50
My primary camera. Great autofocus, 4K video, excellent for vlogging, wide shots, and close-up detail shots in the workshop.
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Canon 5D Mark II
Secondary B-camera for close-ups and alternate angles. Full frame sensor, beautiful depth of field. An absolute classic.
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Insta360 Link 2 Webcam
PTZ 4K webcam with auto face-tracking. Perfect for the attic office — follows me around the room during livestreams and calls.
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Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II
Wide angle L-series glass. My go-to for talking head shots and workshop establishing shots. Fast f/2.8 aperture.
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Canon 50mm
General purpose lens. Great for product shots and everyday filming. Sharp, lightweight, reliable.
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Canon 100mm Macro
Best lens for extreme detail and product review close-ups. Incredible sharpness for showing off workshop creations.
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Commlite CM-EF-EOS R Adapter
Lens adapter to run my EF glass on the Canon R50. Works perfectly — autofocus and stabilization carry over.
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Audio-Technica AT2020 USB+
Studio-quality USB cardioid condenser mic. Clean, warm sound with headphone monitoring jack built in — my go-to for voiceovers.
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Comica BoomX-D PRO Wireless Lav
Wireless lavalier microphone system. Clean audio, long range, perfect for moving around the workshop while filming.
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Comica VimoS MI Wireless Mic
Wireless microphone for iPhone with charging case. MFI certified, 5hr battery, 656ft range. Dual channel lapel mic for vlogging and live streaming.
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Mackie EM-USB Condenser Microphone
USB condenser mic with built-in stand. Clean audio for voiceovers and recording. Simple plug and play.
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Elgato Wave Mic Arm LP
Low-profile mic boom arm with cable management channels. Desk clamp mounts, silent positioning, keeps my USB mic right where I need it without cluttering the shot.
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Rngeo Ground Loop Noise Isolator (2-pack)
3.5mm inline isolator that kills that annoying buzz/hum from ground loops in the audio chain. Cheap insurance for clean recordings.
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NEEWER Upgraded CB60 70W LED Video Light
5600K daylight COB with Bowens mount and 2.4G remote — my secondary key light. Bright, consistent, tank-built.
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NEEWER 25.6" Octagonal Softbox
Diffuser for the CB60. Softens the light beautifully — eliminates harsh shadows for talking head shots.
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NEEWER CB 300C RGB 300W LED
300W RGB studio light with app + 2.4G control, 17 scene effects. Full-colour output for creative lighting — major step up from a basic daylight key.
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Zecti 15.7" Carbon Fiber Slider
Cinematic push/pull shots. Carbon fiber so it's lightweight. Adds professional motion to product reveals and workshop tours.
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NEEWER 30" Horizontal Tripod Axis
For overhead and flat-lay shots. Essential for filming desk work, small parts assembly, and product photography.
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Glide Gear TMP100 Teleprompter
iPad/tablet teleprompter. I use PromptSmart Pro for voice-activated scrolling — essential for on-camera segments.
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Kimaru ACK-E18 Dummy Battery
AC power adapter for the Canon R50. Camera runs off wall power — never worry about battery dying mid-shoot.
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Koolehaoda 50mm Quick Release Plate (Arca-Swiss)
Arca-Swiss compatible QR plate clamp adapter. Snaps cameras on and off tripods/ball heads in seconds.
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