5 Best Affordable Netflix Approved Cinema Camera

Netflix has a set of guidelines and requirements that cameras must meet in order to be used for filming content for their platform. These guidelines are in place to ensure that the footage captured is of high quality and meets the standards that Netflix has set. But those cameras don’t come in any cheap. In today’s video, we’ll find the 5 most affordable Netflix cameras you can use to create content for Netflix or other professional work without breaking the bank.

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Best Affordable Netflix Camera Affiliated:

00:35 - Panasonic Lumix BGH1

01:55 - Sony FX3

03:11 - Canon EOS C70

04:23 - Sony FX6

05:30 - RED Komodo 6K
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[rrfilmproduction]

Nice Video. I find the comments below rather interesting. As a producer who made a low-budget indy film, and then licensed it to Netflix as a Netflix Original, and then DELIVERED the movie to Netflix with my wife, here is my two cents: you do need to pay attention to the specs when you are shooting. Our movie TREES OF PEACE hit the top 10 in 60 countries within 5 days of release, and it was released in 191 countries, in 32 languages in June 2022. We didn't know who we were going to license/sell the movie to when we made it, but Netflix was my main target because it allows my movie to be in front of 230 Million people worldwide. Full disclosure, I decided to shoot with Sony Venice and Rialto, because I was able to get the camera due to the contacts/kindness of Sony. But, if that didn't happen, I was going to shoot with Alexa. What I find among a lot of indy filmmakers is, most of them don't know how the distribution works, or delivery works, and they don't really plan for what happens after the movie is done. They just focus on making the film, and then they hope and pray it sells. Most of them don't even budget for the delivery, and delivering the movie to any distributor is NOT CHEAP. Delivering the movie to Netflix was extremely tedious, and their requirements are very stringent. Netflix delivery team was a dream to work with, but passing picture QC and sound QC is no joke. So put aside money in your budget because delivery will cost you money when you sell the movie. Now having said that, you DO HAVE to make a great film, or none of this tech stuff matters. An expensive camera in the hand of someone who does not know how to use it properly is worthless, and a skilled DP can make a $3k camera with some nice cinema lenses look like an amazing piece of art. So, focus on hiring a skilled cinematographer and gaffer, because the lighting is everything. Do Not skimp on hiring a great audio guy, because the sound is EVERYTHING. Now, back to the distribution topic. Can you sell a low-budget movie that isn't very well-shot on Netflix? Sure, that happens sometimes because of the subject matter, or awards run, but you most definitely went the aggregator route to put it on Netflix, and you most probably didn't recover your budget for your investors. That happens more often than you think, sadly. The game in Hollywood is heavily stacked against us indy filmmakers, and trust me on this. 90% of low-budget indies without named stars don't make money. There is a clear difference between a Netflix Original (by the way, you don't have to work for Netflix or be commissioned by Netflix for it to be a Netflix Original)...and movies that end up on Netflix on a 2-3 year licensing deal, but trust me, you did not recover your budget in that type of scenario. (There is always an exception to this, but those are one in a million scenarios) You basically had to give the movie away, just so you can tell people my movie is on Netflix. The problem is anyone who knows the business, and is an insider, will look your movie up, and instantly know what kind of deal you got. Btw, we had no ties to Netflix and I equity-funded the full feature, and yes, my investors are very happy with the return. Our movie launched multiple careers in Hollywood, and my wife and I paid everyone but didn't pay ourselves a dime out of the budget for 3 years while we produced this movie. Of course, now we will benefit due to the success of the film, but it took a tremendous amount of work to get this film made, and licensed. Now one may say, who cares about Netflix, there are others, but Netflix is your biggest and best option for indy filmmakers. HBO, Hulu, Disney, apple+, paramount+....try selling them your low-budget film and let me know what MG you got, IF they took your film at all. It's a sad state of affairs. Yes, you can go the Tubi route, but you def won't get an MG, and good luck getting your budget back based on ad rev share. Now if you have a big-name A-list star in your movie, it's a completely different game. But, how many indy filmmakers can bring an A-list star to the table on a low-budget indy feature? I always say if you fail to plan, you are planning to fail. So plan to sell your movie to Netflix, use the camera that meets their specs, and make the most amazing film you can make. Now, why did I write this novel here? As I was reading some of the comments below, I realize a lot of people that are saying things, or giving advice, have not actually sold a film to Netflix or anyone for that matter. If their movie was sold, they don't know the math behind it for sure and don't know if their investors got any money back. So I thought I would chime in. I hope this helps. I am not putting anyone down, just trying to help. I get the struggle 100%, and knowledge is power. The life of an Indy filmmaker is extremely tough, and making and selling a low-budget indy film is like hitting the lottery. So, to sum this book up, make a great film, use really good actors, and use Netflix approved camera because when you go to sell/distribute it, even if you sell it to someone else besides Netflix, the specs will help you with the distribution and their QC requirements. I wish everyone on this thread much success. Go make the most beautiful film you can, because, in the end, it's definitely worth it. This was a very nice video btw. Thank You.

[ChannelWright]

Don’t forget what accessories you’ll need. For example, the BGH1 is just a box. You’ll need to add a monitor/viewfinder just for starters. Some of the other cameras do come with more – but you’ll still need batteries, cards, cables etc.. if you don’t already have these, you’ll need to rent or purchase them and that will increase the cost as well.

[GiantMidgetGroup]

0:36 Lumix BGH1
1:58 Sony FX3
3:14 Canon C70
4:26 Sony FX6
5:32 RED Komodo

[OfentseMwaseFilms]

Netflix simply wants a camera that has Time Code ability and 10-Bit recording.

[riffbaama]

Unless Netflix is paying you to produce their content, you can do it with any camera you like and sell the product after. That list is only for production companies hired by them.

[thebigdshow]

S1H is Netflix approved and only $3k and the BS1H is approved as well for only $2500.

[evedearborne-suitonu]

This video gives me a clear and concise baseline on where to start looking for my next camera. This is just what I needed. Thank you.

[abhinavinsearchofthelost]

So many scenes in '14 Peaks' on Netflix were solely shot on Go Pros. If your product is great and has a commercial value, Netflix will come running after you. Sound of course needs to be top-notch!

[enigmawstudios]

As others have stated, you don't need these cameras to sell your product to Netflix. That's a common misunderstanding from hopeful filmmakers. You can sell them anything if they want it. If it's an in-house film, backed and produced by Netflix, THEN you need an approved camera. At that point, you won't be worried about your budget.

[chef-fred]

Here is my .02. I have shot features. I shot them on 35mm. That was a lifetime ago. Today, if I wanted to shoot for Netflix I would go with my Blackmagic Ursa Mini 12k. Aside from the fact that I can shoot 4k at 240fps, shooting RAW and then cutting with DaVinci Resolve (also by Blackmagic) gets the best and simplest color adjustment in the industry. I will let you know more when I shoot something serious with this one.

[seaview-films]

Netflix approved camera requirements is misunderstood, they ONLY apply to Netflix own productions, originals and series, which they pay for. Not to independent film makers or any productions outside Netflix. So don't be misled by the what to buy lists. As long as the content and quality are excellent, Netflix can license your film.

[NickGregorio]

Netflix and Amazon have nailed the “looks polished enough but lacks any soul” aesthetic.

[Itiskaz]

One thing to fix! Canon C70 does shoot Raw after the update that was introduced last year.

[bowuf]

Man.. they are seriously missing out by not including the BlackMagic cameras. They are as good if not better that some of these if not all. Amazing video quality, and so much more affordable to work with.

[xiondFirst]

I don't get why people are going for Netflix approved cameras. Unless you specifically shoot for Netflix lol.

[ozielmelendez]

Love my BGH1 I’ve been shooting all my professionals projects in that little box.

[SWATxPolicy]

What’s wrong with the Ursa Mini and the EVA 1?

[halfmilefilms]

Brethren. From Half Mile Films to you Guys. Thanks for all the information and details, on the 5 different cameras. That Netflix really requires for their platform. Thanks.

[theyoungsphoto]

Correction…the Canon C70 DOES shoot in RAW. It was added as a firmware update in March 2022. The 3 RAW settings options are RAW HQ, RAW ST, and RAW LT all in 12-bit.

[consigiere]

So none of the Blacmagic entry-level cameras (BPCC 4K/6K) are on the list even though they are being used professionally. Netflix is so full of isht!