Kit Suggestions
The following items are our recommended kit options to get you started with your mobile phone filming. Please note that whilst we aim to suggest great, cost effective products, we have not tested all items and cannot guarantee their performance or suitability for your specific needs.
For a basic starter kit, we recommend including the following:
- Wireless Microphone: Ensure you choose the correct option below for your device (either iPhone or Android compatible).
- Portable Light: A small light can make a big difference in enhancing your on-camera presence.
- Tripod & Phone Holder: Keep your mobile phone steady with a reliable tripod and holder.
Tripod & Accesories - Under £50
Joilcan 73" Tripod
Aluminum camera tripod suitable for Mobilem phone or DSLR. Also has a handy Monopod tripod and a bag.
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56" Neewer Tripod
Slightly cheaper Aluminum camera tripod suitable for Mobile phone or DSLR.
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Metal Mobile phone holder
Great quatily mobile phone holder that you can attach to tripods, clips and other accessories.
Selfie stick tripod
Phone Tripod and Selfie Stick combo is a handy and compact accessory for your phone filming needs.
Mini tripod for phones
A multipurpose mini tripod good for phones or small cameras. Compatible with iPhone and Android smartphones, small DSLR cameras.
Lighting Equipment
Broadcast Lighting Kit
Lume lighting kit - Good quality, small, rechargable. Comes with small telescopic stand and laptop attachment.
Neewer Selfie Light
Small light that can clip onto a laptop. More limited options and limited brightness.
Aputure Video Light
Higher end professional light with good build quality. Rechargable, good brightness, comes with soft box and case. Threaded mounting options.
Audio Equipment - Under £50
IPhone - Lvviace Wireless Microphone
Nice wireless mic for Iphone (lightning connector). Comes with charging case and wind mufflers.
Android Phone - Lvviace Wireless Microphone
Nice wireless mic for Android (USB Type C connector). Comes with charging case and wind mufflers.
Audio Equipment - £150+
Rode Wireless Go II (Single microphone)
Professional wireless microphone system with on board recording. Comes with one high quality microphone and reciever. Compatible with IPhone and Android phones
Rode Wireless Go II (Two microphones)
Professional wireless microphone system with on board recording. Comes with two high quality microphones and reciever. Compatible with IPhone and Android phones
DJI Wireless Microphone Kit
Professional wireless microphone system with on board recording. Comes with two high quality microphones and reciever. Compatible with IPhone and Android phones
Stabilisers
DJI Osmo Mobile SE
Great stabiliser for any phone. Osmo Mobile SE's lightweight foldable body and magnetic quick-release design make it easy to carry and capture at a moment's notice.
DJI Osmo Mobile 6
Upgraded version of the SE model. Great stabiliser for any phone. Lightweight foldable body and magnetic quick-release design make it easy to carry and capture at a moment's notice. Upgraded tracking ability.
Smartphone Grip Handle
Stable one-handed phone holding, reducing picture shaking and making filming and shooting easier. Hold your phone firmly with one hand, just like a compact camera.
