You Don't Need Another Gear List.
You Need the Right Five Questions.
No sponsorships, No affiliates, Just what I'd actually tell you in person.
CesarJ Creative — Kit Builder
Before you buy anything
What's actually worth buying first?
Five quick questions. No gear-shaming, no rabbit holes, just a kit that matches what you're actually going to shoot, built from real production experience.
Built around the Sony E-mount system, what I actually shoot on, day to day.
Question 1 of 5
What are you here to make?
This decides which side of your budget carries the most weight.
Question 2 of 5
What's the primary work?
Different work has different non-negotiables, this shapes lens and audio picks.
Question 3 of 5
Where are you starting from?
Be honest, the right kit for year one isn't the right kit for year five.
Question 4 of 5
What's the realistic budget?
Total kit, body, lens, and the accessories that actually get used.
Question 5 of 5
Where will most of the work happen?
Determines how much you should prioritize weight, stabilization, and low-light performance.