The gear
What I actually use.
Ranked honestly, tested on real shoots, and filtered through the tone.dad rule: buy one tier below what you think you want, spend the savings on what actually makes footage watchable.
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Cameras
Mirrorless, cinema, pocketable — ranked by what you’ll actually pick up.
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Lenses
70% of the filmic look is lens choice. Here’s what’s worth the money.
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Audio
The single biggest upgrade most dads can make. Mics, recorders, and why.
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Lighting
Small, cheap, warm. The three-point kit you’ll actually use at home.
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Storage & Backup
How to not lose the first year of your kid’s life to a dead hard drive.
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Dad Tech
Home audio, network, everyday tech — tested in my own house.