On-a-Budget Anamorphic Filming Kit

The FUJIFILM X-T4 is extremely versatile when it comes to resolution and frame rates. Top it up with a stabilized sensor (IBIS) and fast reliable autofocus and you get a winner at an extremely affordable price.

The overall camera size and lightweight body make it a "no brainier" for run & gun assignments. The dedicated video menu and customizable buttons are easy to use too. The ISO sensitivity will allow decent filming also in lowlight situations and the supplied battery will allow an adequate filming time.

Last but not least, taking full advantage of the swiveled LCD screen and high-quality audio helps a lot in completing that attractive modestly priced camera package. Now, a word on the downside of filming with anamorphic adapter (Or lens) with this camera. Mind you that there is NO way to de-squeeze the image in the LCD or EVF and therefore what you see is NOT what you get (Image preview wise). It's not a "biggie" but needed to be point out.

We all know that FUJIFILM is a respected lens manufacturer but let me share with you a little secret.

If you are in the market for a very compact versatile entry-level zoom lens, then look no further. The FUJIFILM XC 15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS PZ might prove to be your best friend. I've been touring the world filming with this lens and had nothing but pure joy.

Yes, it has its limitation, but all in all, for the price, it is a great companion to the X-T4 camera and SLR Magic Anamorphot-40 1.33x Anamorphic Adapter (Compact), especially when filming outdoor.

The SLR Magic Anamorphot-40 1.33x Anamorphic Adapter (Compact) is my preferred solution for on-the-budget anamorphic filming as it can be attached to many modestly-priced ZOOM lenses and in this case, a perfect companion to the FUJIFILM XC 15-45mm lens.

Additionally, use the camera continues autofocus if desired even when the adapter is attached to the lens. Please note: As the image quality will suffer badly when using that adapter on a wide-open aperture lens, a slower lens can become an advantage here. This is why the FUJIFILM XC 15-45mm is a good solution. (Slight zoom-in to avoid lens crop is required).

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Furthermore, there are two different filters included in the set: ND 2-5 and 6-9 stops on one side, and CPL and CPL ND32 on the other. The entire system comes in different diameter sizes and very intuitive to use. It also adds that little extra softness to the image when and if needed. Currently available for preorder in Indiegogo (http://c5d.at/r8w)

The 512GB Match Pack from Angelbird bundles two 256GB AV Pro MK2 UHS-II SDXC memory cards together and takes advantage of the UHS-II bus to support sustained read speeds of up to 260 MB/s and sustained write speeds of 140 MB/s.

The high card capacity will support the need for filming in 10bit/400Mbps at All-Intra compression. We use Angelbird SD card with confidence and can recommend their quality and company service.