🎥 Gear Talk with Ben Sengsouvanh | Camera Gear, Lenses, Lighting & Audio Insights

In this episode of the Your Story Studios Podcast, we sit down with DoP Ben Sengsouvanh to dive deep into the tools that power his productions. From tried-and-true camera bodies to essential lenses, lighting, and audio setups, Ben shares what works, what doesn’t, and why.

📌 What you’ll learn in this episode:

* Why Ben still trusts the Sony FS5 as a reliable workhorse in 2025 🎬

* Shooting strategies: 4K log vs. 1080p slow motion and when to use each

* How Phantom LUTs help colour-match across different cameras effortlessly

* The pros and cons of zoom lenses vs. primes for fast-paced productions

* Stabilization tools: Easy Rig Miniax, cinesaddle-style supports & tripods

* Ben’s favorite lighting kit (Aputure & Westcott) for travel and corporate work 💡

* Go-to audio gear: Rode NTG1 and why he still swears by it 🎙️

* Why having the right camera cart can make or break your shoot setup

* Must-have accessories like teleprompters for last-minute scripts

Whether you’re a content creator, filmmaker, or just a gear enthusiast, this conversation is packed with practical tips, lessons learned, and honest opinions about building a production kit that works in the real world.

📱 Follow Ben on socials:

https://www.instagram.com/bsengsouvanh

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bsengsouvanh/

https://www.youtube.com/@bseng