You were born to capture powerful visuals. Moving pictures is your passion. You are a film student. Whether you are a first-year student or further along in your journey, picking up some new gear that will help you capture your vision is not only essential but, let’s face it, fun. Back to school used to mean a new pair of sneakers… not to say you shouldn’t get that upgrade… but in film school, you will want some essential accessories to make your life easier in the classroom and on set.
Without Light, There is Only Darkness
Sure, modern cameras can shoot with minimal light, but making an exposure is not the only reason to use light—it’s not even the most important. As a film student, you will want to shape light and make it a character in your creations.
Aputure Amaran F21x 2×1′ 100W Bi-Color Flexible LED Mat Fixture, V-Mount
A flexible LED panel light is perfect when space is limited. Mounted on a stand or gaffer taped to the wall, LED flexible fixtures are… well… flexible.
- Tunable CCT from 2,500K to 7,500K
- Stepless Dimming from 0 to 100%
- SidusLink App Control
- Ultra-Lightweight LED Mat:0.39kg / .86lbs
- 9 Built-in Lighting FX: Paparazzi, Lightning, TV, Candle, Fire, Strobe, Explosion, Faulty Bulb, Pulsing
- Easy Mounting AC Power Supply with Included Battery Bracket
- Multiple DC Power Solutions: 14.4V/26/28.8V/48V (3-Pin XLR)
GVM BX8C RGB LED Light Wand
Easily create mood and dimension to your scenes with color. The BX8C gives you an array of colors as well as 12 scene effects like “Police Car” and “Paparazzi.”
- High CRI of 97 for accurate color rendering in photography and videography
- 12 scene and 6 pixel FX lighting effects for creative and spontaneous visual impact
- Portable and durable design, powered by AC adapter or included NP-F750 lithium-ion battery
- Wireless control via downloadable app compatible with iOS and Android devices
- Supports Bluetooth Mesh networking for group control with compatible GVM devices
Capture Your Vision
Atomos Ninja 5.2″ HDR Monitor-Recorder
An external recorder offers not only additional features but also a monitor.
- Compact, lightweight 5.2″ HDR Monitor-Recorder for seamless camera mounting
- Advanced 10-bit HDR recording up to 4Kp60 in ProRes, ProRes RAW, Avid DNx, and H.265 codec
- AtomOS 11 user interface for optimized memory management and enhanced monitoring features
- Compatibility with a wide range of DSLR and mirrorless cameras from leading manufacturers
- Atomos Connect module addition for wireless screen sharing and access to cloud workflows
DJI Osmo Action 4 Camera Standard Combo
Your film school will have all the latest cinema cameras and some mirrorless bodies. That being said, sometimes you just want to toss an action camera around, submerge it, and create some footage you just can’t with those big ( and expensive !! ) bodies.
- 1/1.3″ Sensor & Stunning Low-Light Imaging
- 10-bit & D-Log M Color Performance
- Deep-Freeze Resistant & Long-Lasting Battery Life
- 4K/120fps & 155 Degree Ultra-Wide FOV
- Magnetic Quick Release & Native Vertical Video
- 360 Degree Horizon Steady
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen 2×2 USB Audio Interface w/SW, Bundle w/AT2020 Mic
Sometimes, you need to record MOS or want to create a narration for your piece. This setup (also great for podcasting) will help you create those voiceovers.
- Professional-grade 2×2 USB audio interface with ultra-low-noise Focusrite preamps
- High-resolution 192kHz/24-bit recording capability for studio-quality sound
- Includes Pro Tools Artist, Ableton Live Lite, and Hitmaker Expansion software suite
- Innovative Air mode adds analog console warmth to digital recordings
- Bundle with high-quality Audio-Technica microphone and Nady QH-200 headphones
- Intuitive features like Auto Gain, Clip Safe, and independent headphone controls
Edit
Blackmagic Design DaVinci Resolve Speed Editor with Studio Software
Whether in film school or working on a production, there is never enough time to edit. This Speed editor will help you make the most of the time you have.
- Professional-grade color correction tools used in Hollywood feature films and TV shows
- Integrated Fairlight audio suite for comprehensive sound editing up to 1,000 channels
- High-performance playback engine for responsive editing of H.264 and RAW formats
Lexar ARMOR 700 1TB USB 3.2 Gen Type-C Portable External SSD
You can NEVER have enough storage.
- Blazing-fast USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 performance of 2000MB/s max read/write speeds
- Rated IP66 to protect against both water and dust
- Supports Apple Pro Res recording – shoot directly to the drive in up to 4K 60FPS
- Unique Thermal Control Design ensures optimal temperatures even at top speeds
- Compatible with PC, Mac, Android, iPhone 15 series, cameras, gaming consoles, and more
- Includes a Type-C and USB-A all-in-one cable
And a bonus!
Microsoft Surface Pro 9 13″ 120Hz 2-In-1 Tablet, Intel Evo Core i7-1265U 1.8GHz, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, Windows 11 Pro, Graphite
While I wouldn’t edit a feature on this lightweight laptop, the size, and battery life make this great for script writing and creating call sheets as well as tracking shot lists.
- High-resolution 13″ PixelSense Flow touchscreen with a 120Hz refresh rate for seamless interaction
- 12th Gen Intel Evo Core i7-1265U processor and 16GB RAM for top-tier performance
- 512GB SSD storage for rapid access to files and applications
- Up to 15.5 hours of battery life on Windows 11 Pro for all-day productivity
- Dual Thunderbolt 4 ports for versatile connectivity and fast data transfer
- Compatible with Surface Slim Pen 2 and Signature Keyboard for a full laptop experience
Classroom Connect
If you are in film school or teach at one, you likely qualify for Adorama Classroom Connect. Check out our EDU program and save some money to pay for catering.
