Filming Equipment in Nepal

 The cinematographer, also known as the director of photography (DP), is the director’s right hand on any given project. After all, it may be the director’s “vision,” but it’s up to the cinematographer to actually capture that vision on camera. That's why so many of our greatest directors use the same DP for all of their projects—it’s a sacred partnership. Like any profession, it takes time to master the skills of cinematography. However, an easy way to get started is by having all of the necessary equipment. 

Wondering what equipment you need to become a cinematographer? Here’s a breakdown of all the filming equipment cinematographers need to get started—as well as rough estimates of what each piece costs.

• Video Recorder

Let's begin with the most obvious piece of equipment required by a cinematographer: a camera. The type of camera you buy is determined by the type of projects you want to shoot (documentary, action, etc.) and where you want to show your work.

• Lenses

If you’re just getting started as a cinematographer, you don’t need a ton of lenses, which are the “eye” through which your footage is captured. But having a couple of lenses at your disposal allows you to capture very different shots depending on what you’re filming.
 

• Audio Equipment 

Recording high-quality sound is just as vital as capturing images—if not more so. A separate audio department and boom operator are used on high-end film sets. However, throughout the self-starting phase of your DP career, you will frequently need to capture sound yourself—and you will need the necessary equipment.

• Tripod

Depending on the type of film you're creating, a tripod, which is a three-legged stand that stabilizes the camera, may not be necessary. However, because practically every production will require at least one shot or instance of a static camera position, a tripod is a vital piece of equipment. 

Filming Equipment in Nepal