The prices listed below are current as of December 2024, may reflect holiday pricing, and are subject to change. These prices have been compared across multiple retailers, with B&H and the manufacturers' websites (Sony, ProMaster, Smallrig) generally offering the best rates, which have been used as the basis for the listed prices. The equipment shown meets Netflix's requirements for approved cameras for documentaries and nonfiction content. These items represent the minimum necessary to begin cinematic production.
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Video
Sony FX3 Full Frame Cinema Camera $3,698.00
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II Lens $2,298.00
Sony NPA-MQZ1K Multi Battery Adapter Kit $398.00
Sony CEA-G160T Flash Memory Card 160GB CFexpress Type A $539.98 (for 2)
Sony MRW-G2 CFExpress Type A Card Reader $118.00
Godox GM7S 7" 4K HDMI Touchscreen Ultra-Bright On-Camera Monitor $339.00
ProMaster 82mm Circular Polarizer HGX Prime Filter $199.95
ProMaster 82MM Variable ND HGX Prime Filter (1.3-8 stops) $219.95
SmallRig Handheld Cage for FX3 $116.99
SmallRig Mini Quick Release NATO Rail (48mm) $13.99
SmallRig Wooden NATO Side Handle $159.98 (for two)
SmallRig Sony FX3 XLR Handle Extension Rig MD3490 $26.99
Gitzo GH3382QD Series 3 Center Ball Head with Arca-Type Screw Knob QR Receiver $349.88
Gitzo GT4533LS Systematic Series 4 Carbon Fiber Tripod (Long 61.4”) $1255.88
Sound
RODE NTG4+ Shotgun Microphone Kit with Shockmount and XLR Cable $430.80
Lighting
Nanlite Bundle of Joy Lighting Kit $759.74 (for two)
