What’s in our bag: Photographer and Videographer Edition

Entry No. 8

The Tools Behind the Love Stories

Sony Mirrorless Cameras

Sony A7R IV
Our go-to hybrid camera. The Sony A7R IV allows us to capture everything from quiet, intimate moments to sweeping venue shots with incredible detail. Shooting in 4K gives us flexibility in post, especially when cropping without sacrificing quality. It delivers consistently, wedding after wedding.

Sony A7 III
The Sony A7 III is a full-frame workhorse, perfect for wedding days that move between low-light interiors and bright outdoor scenes. It is our most trusted camera for filming ceremonies, no matter how long they run.

Lenses

Sony 24–70mm
If we had to choose one lens for an entire wedding day, this would be it. The 24-70mm range is perfect for everything from bridal prep to the dance floor. It’s fast, sharp, and versatile – ideal for capturing real moments as they unfold.

Sony 24–200mm
When we need extra reach without swapping lenses – especially during ceremonies or outdoor portraits – the 24–200mm is invaluable. It allows us to remain unobtrusive while still capturing emotional close-ups from a distance.

Film Photography

The Nikon F3, paired with two prime lenses – the 50mm and 105mm – is our favorite analog photography setup. The images it produces have a timeless quality that’s hard to replicate: beautiful skin tones, subtle grain, and a nostalgic presence that modern digital sometimes lacks. Film photography isn’t about perfection – it’s about feeling.

Gimbal

The DJI RS 4 Mini delivers beautifully controlled movement throughout the day. From walking down the aisle to the first dance, it creates footage that feels smooth and cinematic. Intelligent tracking keeps couples naturally centered, allowing us to focus on timing rather than correction. The integrated tripod stand lets us quickly set the gimbal down and seamlessly transition to shooting Super 8.

Lens Filters

Prism Lens FX Filters

The Nostalgia Filter adds subtle halation and softness to our digital footage. Its effect creates a romantic, film-inspired look that aligns perfectly with our storytelling style.

The Starburst Filter transforms light sources into elegant, radiant flares. When filming string lights, candles, or chandeliers, the effect adds a sense of magic and atmosphere.

Tiffen Glimmerglass Filter

The Glimmerglass filter is a cornerstone of our digital photography workflow. It subtly softens skin tones while maintaining sharpness, creating a luminous and timeless look. Images never feel over-processed or overly edited.

Super 8

The Canon 310XL Super 8 camera is one of our favorite storytelling tools. Super 8 motion has a dreamy, nostalgic quality that instantly transports viewers into memory, perfect for highlighting first looks, candid moments, emotional vows, and sweeping ceremony shots.

Kodak Super 8 Film Stocks

• 50D – Bright and clean, perfect for outdoor daylight scenes
• 250T – Balanced color for mixed lighting environments
• 500T – Grainy, cinematic texture ideal for low-light moments

Each stock brings something unique to the story, helping us shape mood based on lighting and emotion.

Microphones

Great footage means nothing without clear audio. The Saramonic Blink 500 Pro wireless microphones are portable, reliable, and discreet. They are perfect for wedding ceremonies, speeches, and toasts, capturing words couples will want to hear forever.

Pelican Travel Case

Weddings and engagements involve travel, changing weather, and long days. Our Pelican case keeps cameras, lenses, film, and audio gear protected and organized, allowing us to focus fully on storytelling.

Shrradoo Backpack

The Shrradoo backpack is an essential part of our day-to-day workflow. It allows us to carry everything that is not a camera body or lens. From film and batteries to accessories, it keeps our gear organized and easily accessible throughout the day.

ProMaster Professional Velocity SD Cards

ProMaster Professional Velocity SD cards are our choice for dependable performance and fast write speeds. From long ceremony coverage to high-resolution stills, these cards ensure footage is captured reliably without interruption.

Neewer Phone Cage

Our iPhones are valuable tools on wedding days and engagement sessions, especially for behind-the-scenes content. We use them to capture quick clips and social media posts for both ourselves and our clients. The phone cage transforms our phones into creative tools, allowing us to shoot stable footage while maintaining the mobility and spontaneity of smartphone filming.