Filming Equipment!

Hey guys hope you had a great weekend! Today I wanted to talk to you guys about the equipment we will be using to film our documentary. As you know, we are filming the documentary at Javier’s office and a big camera wouldn’t be ideal. We were in between 2 cameras. The iPhone 13 camera or a Nikon D3500. The Nikon camera is Isabella’s and she has offered to have us use it in the project. These are both very good cameras so it is kind of hard to decide what to use.

Now, both of these cameras offer impressive features, but they cater to slightly different needs and shooting styles. Let's break it down:

1. iPhone 13 Camera:

   
   

   

• Portability: The iPhone 13 is incredibly portable, fitting nicely into a pocket. This makes it perfect for capturing impromptu moments or navigating tight spaces. 
• Convenience: With its all-in-one design, the iPhone 13 simplifies the filming process. It's user-friendly, allowing us to shoot, review, and even edit footage directly on the device.
• Quality: Don't underestimate the power of smartphone technology! The iPhone 13 has advanced camera capabilities, including improved low-light performance and stabilization features, ensuring high-quality footage.

1. Nikon D3500 DSLR:

   
   

   

• Image Quality: The Nikon D3500 is famous for its insane image quality, thanks to its larger sensor size and interchangeable lenses. This means we have more control over depth of field and focus.
• Versatility: With the ability to swap lenses, the D3500 offers versatility that the iPhone 13 can't match. We can choose the perfect lens for each shot, whether it's capturing wide-angle establishing shots or intimate close-ups.
• Manual Controls: For those who prefer a hands-on approach, the D3500 provides manual controls for adjusting settings like aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. This level of control is very useful for achieving the exact look and feel we envision for our documentary.

Ultimately, the decision comes down to portability, convenience, and image quality. While the iPhone 13 is easier to use and is more portable, the Nikon D3500 offers unparalleled versatility and control over the filmmaking process. Though, the iPhone does have some things as well that the Nikon camera does not. 

In our case, considering Javier’s office and the space, portability, and somewhat good quality, we decided to use the iPhone 13. Although the Nikon camera would be better quality, the iPhone 13 would be better to use because it has good video quality and has a lot of other good features. 

Anyway. I hope you enjoyed this post and we will be using the iPhone 13 this week to start filming the interviews!