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The Tilta Hermit POV Helmet: the secret behind next-level POV shots
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Tips & Tricks
Action-packed descents, stabilized follow shots & immersive POVs: a winter sports shoot in Val Gardena. High-speed downhill action, tightly stabilized follow shots, and immersive POV footage — that’s what this winter sports...
21-05-2025
By Budgetcam
Capturing Nature at Its Finest: Filming with the Sony 200-600mm and DJI Mavic 3 Cine
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Reviews
Anyone who has ever had the chance to film wildlife knows: you don’t get a second shot. It all comes down to timing, distance, and having the right gear. For filmmakers looking to get the absolute most out of their footage, two pieces of...
14-05-2025
By Budgetcam x Plus Two Films
Give Your Footage the True Cinematic Look with Atlas Mercury Anamorphic Lenses!
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In the world of cinematography, it’s all about emotion and experience. And if you truly want to capture that iconic, cinematic feeling, anamorphic lenses are essential.The Atlas Mercury 1.5x Anamorphic Full-Frame Cine Prime...
06-05-2025
By Budgetcam
Why the Profoto A10 Is Going Viral on Social Media!
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Sometimes, as a photographer, you just need that little extra bit of light. Not too harsh, not too flat — just perfectly balanced. The Profoto A10 is designed to deliver that perfect light, anytime, anywhere. Whether you're...
01-05-2025
By Budgetcam
DJI Ronin RS3 Pro: Here's how to stabilize your gimbal like a pro
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Tutorials
The DJI Ronin RS3 Pro is a powerful gimbal that lets you create ultra-stable video footage. But before you can get started with it, it's important to build and balance it properly. In this blog, we explain step by step how to stabilize...
25-04-2025
By Budgetcam
From harsh sunlight to soft glow: controlling light with a 5-in-1 reflector
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Tips & Tricks
Light is one of the most important elements in film and photography. The way you control light determines the mood and quality of your images. In the outdoors, you are dependent on sunlight, but with the right tools you can completely...
03-04-2025
By Budgetcam
Dolly Zoom: The iconic cinematic effect explained
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Tips & Tricks
In the world of cinematography, there are techniques that are instantly recognizable and have a great impact on the viewing experience. One such technique is the Dolly Zoom, an effect often used in films to enhance tension, confusion or...
27-03-2025
By Budgetcam
Budgetcam x Sony at Go Short Nijmegen 2025
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Go Short Nijmegen 2025 is just around the corner - the event where filmmakers, film professionals and film lovers come together to celebrate short films. Whether you're a seasoned maker, emerging talent or loyal Budgetcam customer, you...
24-03-2025
By Budgetcam
DJI Osmo Pocket 3: Compact, powerful and versatile in any situation
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Reviews
The DJI Osmo Pocket 3 is a small but impressive camera that is perfect for filmmakers, content creators and professionals who want to create high-quality videos without the hassle of heavy equipment. From quick action shots at cars and...
18-03-2025
By Budgetcam
Macro lenses: razor-sharp details and cinematic close-ups
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Tips & Tricks
The world of videography is all about capturing impressive images that tell a story. One of the most fascinating techniques a filmmaker can employ is macro photography in video. With a macro lens, you can create extreme close-ups and...
10-03-2025
By Budgetcam
Product Review: Cooke SP3 Cine Prime Set - Compact and Iconic
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Reviews
As a filmmaker, you know how important it is to be able to rely on your lenses. Image quality, reliability and ease of use are always paramount. The Cooke SP3 cine lenses promise to combine all these aspects in a compact form. But do...
03-03-2025
By Budgetcam
Interview lighting: this is how to ensure professional lighting
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Tips & Tricks
When filming an interview, lighting plays a crucial role in the look and feel of your shot. Good lighting can make your subject stand out better, create the right mood and give your video a professional look. In this blog, we explain...
24-02-2025
By Budgetcam
Setting up Sennheiser EW-DP transmitter set (U1/5): clear audio for your recordings
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Tips & Tricks
Good audio is essential to telling a strong story. You can shoot the most beautiful images, but if your audio is poor, your message will be lost. Fortunately, the Sennheiser EW-DP transmitter set offers a professional, digital solution...
17-02-2025
By Budgetcam
Vertical composition: how to create cinematic images in portrait mode.
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Tips & Tricks
We're all used to filming in widescreen, but with the rise of social media and mobile content, vertical video is here to stay. But how do you make sure your vertically filmed images look as cinematic and professional as horizontal video?...
11-02-2025
By Budgetcam
How To Prepare For Shooting an Indoor Festival
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Other
To have a successful production day, it started with good prep work a month in advance. This preparation involved extensive planning sessions, gear checks, and coordination with the team to ensure that every aspect of the shoot was...
05-09-2024
By Budgetcam
Which Sony camera is best for you?
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Guides
Are you looking for the perfect Sony camera to suit your needs? Whether you are a professional photographer or videographer or an avid hobbyist, Sony offers a wide range of cameras that can meet different photographic requirements. In...
13-06-2024
By Budgetcam
The importance of gimbals and stabilizers
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Guides
In the world of film and photography, stabilization is a crucial element that contributes to the production of high-quality images. Whether you're a professional filmmaker or an enthusiastic hobbyist, the use of gimbals and stabilizers...
08-05-2024
By Budgetcam
The Ultimate Guide | Vlog cameras
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Guides
Vlogging is a popular way to share your life, ideas or experiences with the world. Whether you're a professional vlogger or just starting out, the right camera can make a big difference. In this guide, we discuss the best vlog cameras...
10-04-2024
By Budgetcam
Why you shouldn't miss these camera accessories!
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Tips & Tricks
When you rent a camera from us, you obviously want to take the best photos and videos. That's why we not only offer you the latest and greatest cameras for rent, but also a wide selection of accessories to make your rental experience...
02-04-2024
By Budgetcam
Lens selection: Find out how to choose the right one!
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Tips & Tricks
Choosing the right lens is essential to the success of your project. Whether you're a filmmaker, photographer or creative soul, choosing the right lens can make a world of difference. In this blog, we'll discuss the different types of...
28-03-2024
By Budgetcam
Customer review | Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM
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Reviews
AUTHENTIC MADEIRA CAPTURED WITH THESE TWO LENSESThe purchase of lenses and other photographic equipment can quickly become expensive. With a decent setup, you are easily over 5,000 EUR. So renting equipment can be a solution. Especially...
18-03-2024
By Stefan Desaeyere
Mirrorless vs DSLR
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Mirrorless cameras: the future of photography and video?Mirrorless cameras (also called system cameras) and SLRs (also called DSLRs) are two popular types of cameras for photography and video. But what are the main differences and...
07-03-2024
By Budgetcam
Behind the Scenes | Coffee House
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Behind the scenes
In deze blogpost nemen we je mee achter de schermen van de korte fictiefilm Coffee House door Thuy Nguyen. Het verhaal over trouw, liefde en de gevolgen van verslaving in de Rotterdamse onderwereld.Was dit een fotoshoot, filmopnames,...
06-11-2023
By Budgetcam
Attention content creators and vloggers! - Sony ZV-E1 Review
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Reviews
(For the terms and conditions of the Sony ZV-E1 promotion, please refer to the bottom of this article.)The ultimate (vlog) camera for content creators is here! The Sony ZV-E1 Mirrorless Camera (E-mount) in a stylish black design is...
28-06-2023
By Budgetcam

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