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Why the Sony FX6 Remains a Top Choice for Documentary Filmmakers

From its dual base ISO to the built-in variable ND filter, the FX6 continues to earn its place on documentary sets worldwide. Here is what real filmmakers say about it.

7 min readMarch 20, 2026

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Sony FX3 vs FX6: Which Camera Should You Rent for Your Next Project?

Same sensor, different bodies. We break down the real differences between the FX3 and FX6 based on how working filmmakers actually use them.

8 min readMarch 12, 2026

lighting

How One Cinematographer Lit Nearly an Entire Film with Tube Lights

Cinematographer Spenser Sakurai shot 700 shots in 15 days using Nanlite PavoTube II 30C lights as his primary source. Here is what he learned.

7 min readFebruary 25, 2026

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Why the Sony FX6 Remains a Top Choice for Documentary Filmmakers

From its dual base ISO to the built-in variable ND filter, the FX6 continues to earn its place on documentary sets worldwide. Here is what real filmmakers say about it.

camera7 min read

Sony FX3 vs FX6: Which Camera Should You Rent for Your Next Project?

Same sensor, different bodies. We break down the real differences between the FX3 and FX6 based on how working filmmakers actually use them.

camera8 min read

Nanlite Forza 500: A Practical Review for Independent Filmmakers

With 40,800 lux output at 3 feet and a CRI of 98, the Forza 500 offers professional-grade lighting at a price point that independent productions can afford.

lighting6 min read

How One Cinematographer Lit Nearly an Entire Film with Tube Lights

Cinematographer Spenser Sakurai shot 700 shots in 15 days using Nanlite PavoTube II 30C lights as his primary source. Here is what he learned.

lighting7 min read

Nanlite vs Aputure: Choosing the Right LED Lights for Your Production

Two of the most popular LED lighting brands for filmmakers compared across output, color accuracy, build quality, and value.

lighting6 min read

Building a Professional Interview Lighting Setup: A Step-by-Step Guide

A practical walkthrough for setting up three-point interview lighting using LED fixtures, with specific equipment recommendations and positioning tips.

production8 min read

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