Here’s Why I Use the Shure SM57 as a Shotgun Mic

The Best Microphone for Dealing with Room Echo: My Journey from Shotgun to Shure SM57 When I started my YouTube journey, it seemed like every creator I admired had a shotgun mic perched atop their camera. Naturally, I followed suit, especially since the onboard mic on my camera sounded absolutely terrible. The improvement was immediate, …

5 Things to Know Before Buying the DJI Osmo Pocket 3

The DJI Osmo Pocket 3 is arguably one of the best pocket-sized cameras for vlogging and YouTube. With its compact design, advanced features, and excellent image quality, it comes close to being the ideal content creation camera. But before you invest your hard-earned money, here are five important things you should know. The good news? …

One of the Best Shotgun Mics Just Got Even Better – Comica VM40

A year ago, I reviewed the Comica VM30, a shotgun microphone that stood out for its versatility. It functioned as a standard boom mic with a 3.5mm connection, a plug-and-play USB-C mic for live streaming and podcasts, and even included a wireless receiver for on-the-go recording. At $189, it was one of the most versatile …

Saramonic Blink 500 B2+ Review: The Budget Wireless Mic with a Unique Feature

Saramonic Blink 500 B2+: The Budget-Friendly Wireless Mic with Unique Features In a market where new wireless mic systems seem to emerge every other day, it’s beneficial for consumers as it pushes companies to innovate, keep prices low, and enhance aesthetics. The new budget-friendly wireless mic from Saramonic, the Blink 500 B2+, excels in all …

Obsbot Tail Air PTZ 4k Review: The AI Camera for Live Streaming & Events

The Revolutionary Obsbot Tail Air: A Game-Changer for Live Streaming and Recording You’ve probably seen various point tilt zoom (PTZ) cameras that can track and follow you, eliminating the need for a cameraman. The latest in this lineup is the DJI Osmo Pocket 3. However, let me introduce you to a camera you might not …

Best Budget Cinema Lenses | Sirui Night Walker Cine Lens Set

A set of Cooke or ARRI cinema lenses will set you back around $75,000, but this budget-friendly set of cine lenses from Sirui costs just $1,000. I have to say it’s an exciting time to be a filmmaker! In this review, I’ll cover the Sirui Night Walker Cinema Lens set, which includes three Super 35 …

The Comica VM30:The Best Shotgun Mic Ever… Almost

A Game-Changer in Audio: The Comica VM30 Shotgun Microphone I’ve been fortunate enough to receive numerous microphones for review. Despite having many expensive mics, none have replaced my go-to shotgun mic, which I purchased for just $36. Even though it was cheap, I hadn’t come across any mic that sounded better—until now. The new Comica …

Lumix S5II & S5IIX Review

Exploring the Lumix S5 II: A Comprehensive Review Six months ago, I decided to invest in the Lumix S5 II. If you’re considering doing the same, I can’t blame you. In my opinion, it’s the best hybrid camera available in the sub-$2000 price range. Especially for video shooters. In this article, I’ll share why I …