Cameras For Documentary Filmmaking

Whether you're a seasoned documentary filmmaker or just starting out, having the right camera is essential to capturing compelling and authentic stories. From powerful image sensors to advanced video capabilities,... our selection of cameras for documentary filmmaking offers a range of features to help you bring your vision to life. With options suited for different budgets and shooting styles, you'll find the perfect camera to document real-life moments with stunning clarity and detail.
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Sony FX30 Super 35 Cinema Line Camera with XLR Handle Unit

Sony FX30 Super 35 Cinema Line Camera with XLR Handle Unit

SKU: SOILMEFX30
(47)

DESCRIPTION

A powerful cinema camera with a 26.1 MP APS-C sensor, 4K resolution, and S-Cinetone for cinematic color.

Pros
  • Excellent picture and video quality
  • Suitable for cinema
  • Professional features
  • Good price point
  • Integrated audio handle
$2348.00
$196 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: sony

DESCRIPTION

A powerful cinema camera with a 26.1 MP APS-C sensor, 4K resolution, and S-Cinetone for cinematic color.
Sony Alpha a7 III 24MP UHD 4K Mirrorless Camera

Sony Alpha a7 III 24MP UHD 4K Mirrorless Camera

SKU: ISOA7M3
(744)

DESCRIPTION

A compact, black Sony mirrorless digital camera with 24MP resolution, 4K video, and advanced autofocus capabilities.

Pros
  • Excellent low light performance
  • Good battery life and dual slots
  • Versatile and compact body
  • High quality image and video features
  • Impressive autofocus capabilities, especially eye autofocus
$1498.00
$1898.00 Save: $400.00 (21%)
$125 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: sony

DESCRIPTION

A compact, black Sony mirrorless digital camera with 24MP resolution, 4K video, and advanced autofocus capabilities.
Canon EOS C300 Mark III Digital Cinema EF Camera Body

Canon EOS C300 Mark III Digital Cinema EF Camera Body

SKU: CAC300M3
(4)

DESCRIPTION

A versatile cinema camera with a Super 35mm DGO sensor, 4K 120p recording, and modular design.

$6349.00
$530 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: canon

DESCRIPTION

A versatile cinema camera with a Super 35mm DGO sensor, 4K 120p recording, and modular design.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera

SKU: ICA5DM4
(784)

DESCRIPTION

A powerful and versatile DSLR camera with a 30.4MP full-frame sensor, 4K video capabilities, and advanced autofocus.

Pros
  • High resolution and sharpness
  • Excellent low light performance
  • Long battery life
  • Great photo quality
  • Versatile controls
$2199.00
$2499.00 Save: $300.00 (12%)
$184 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: canon

DESCRIPTION

A powerful and versatile DSLR camera with a 30.4MP full-frame sensor, 4K video capabilities, and advanced autofocus.
Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera with RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM Lens, Bundle with 128GB Memory Card, Shoulder Bag, Battery Grip, 2x LP-E6NH Battery, Smart Charger, 2x Charger Plate, Tripod, Sling Strap, PC and Mac Software Kit
$4770.72
$398 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: canon

DESCRIPTION

A black full-frame mirrorless camera kit with 45MP resolution, 8K video, and versatile 24-105mm lens.
Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera with Control Ring Mount Adapter, Bundle with 128GB CFexpress Type-B Memory Card and Card Reader

Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera with Control Ring Mount Adapter, Bundle with 128GB CFexpress Type-B Memory Card and Card Reader

SKU: CAR5A
(374)

DESCRIPTION

A high-performance mirrorless camera with 45MP full-frame sensor, 8K video, and advanced autofocus features.

$3199.00
$267 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: canon

DESCRIPTION

A high-performance mirrorless camera with 45MP full-frame sensor, 8K video, and advanced autofocus features.
Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera, Bundle with 128GB Memory Card, Shoulder Bag, Battery Grip, 2x LP-E6NH Battery, Smart Charger, 2x Charger Plate, Tripod, Sling Strap, PC and Mac Software Kit

Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera, Bundle with 128GB Memory Card, Shoulder Bag, Battery Grip, 2x LP-E6NH Battery, Smart Charger, 2x Charger Plate, Tripod, Sling Strap, PC and Mac Software Kit

SKU: CAR5AD
(374)

DESCRIPTION

A black full-frame mirrorless camera with 45MP resolution, 8K video, and advanced autofocus features.

$3570.72
$298 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: canon

DESCRIPTION

A black full-frame mirrorless camera with 45MP resolution, 8K video, and advanced autofocus features.
Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera with RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM Lens, Bundle with 128GB Memory Card, Shoulder Bag, LP-E6NH Battery, Smart Charger, Smart Charger Plate, PC and Mac Software Kit
$4562.88
$381 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: canon

DESCRIPTION

An advanced black mirrorless camera with 45MP sensor, 8K video, and RF 24-105mm lens.
Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera, Bundle with 128GB Memory Card, Shoulder Bag, LP-E6NH Battery, Smart Charger, Smart Charger Plate, PC and Mac Software Kit

Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera, Bundle with 128GB Memory Card, Shoulder Bag, LP-E6NH Battery, Smart Charger, Smart Charger Plate, PC and Mac Software Kit

SKU: CAR5AB
(374)

DESCRIPTION

A black full-frame mirrorless camera with 45MP resolution, 8K video, and advanced autofocus features.

$3362.88
$281 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: canon

DESCRIPTION

A black full-frame mirrorless camera with 45MP resolution, 8K video, and advanced autofocus features.
Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera with RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM Lens, Bundle with XPLOR 100 Pro TTL R2 Monolight

Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera with RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM Lens, Bundle with XPLOR 100 Pro TTL R2 Monolight

SKU: CAR5K1AC
(374)

DESCRIPTION

A black full-frame mirrorless camera with 45MP resolution, 8K video, and versatile 24-105mm lens.

$4598.00
$384 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: canon

DESCRIPTION

A black full-frame mirrorless camera with 45MP resolution, 8K video, and versatile 24-105mm lens.
Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera with Control Ring Mount Adapter, Bundle with XPLOR 100 Pro TTL R2 Monolight

Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera with Control Ring Mount Adapter, Bundle with XPLOR 100 Pro TTL R2 Monolight

SKU: CAR5L
(374)

DESCRIPTION

A high-performance black mirrorless camera with 45MP full-frame sensor, 8K video, and advanced autofocus.

$3617.00
$302 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: canon

DESCRIPTION

A high-performance black mirrorless camera with 45MP full-frame sensor, 8K video, and advanced autofocus.
Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera with Control Ring Mount Adapter, Bundle with 128GB Memory Card, Extra Battery with Charger, PC and Mac Software Kit and Shoulder Bag

Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera with Control Ring Mount Adapter, Bundle with 128GB Memory Card, Extra Battery with Charger, PC and Mac Software Kit and Shoulder Bag

SKU: CAR5I
(374)

DESCRIPTION

A high-performance mirrorless camera with 45MP full-frame sensor, 8K video, and advanced autofocus features.

$3497.99
$292 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: canon

DESCRIPTION

A high-performance mirrorless camera with 45MP full-frame sensor, 8K video, and advanced autofocus features.
Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera with Control Ring Mount Adapter, Bundle with 128GB Memory Card, Extra Battery with Charger, Battery Grip, Al Tripod, Shotgun Microphone, PC and Mac Software Kit and Shoulder Bag
$3725.77
$311 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: canon

DESCRIPTION

A high-performance black mirrorless camera with 45MP full-frame sensor and 8K video capabilities.
Canon EOS RP 26.2MP Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera with RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM Lens

Canon EOS RP 26.2MP Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera with RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM Lens

SKU: CARPK4
(330)

DESCRIPTION

A compact and versatile full-frame mirrorless camera with a 26MP sensor, 4K video, and RF24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM lens.

Pros
  • Compact and lightweight
  • Great image and picture quality
  • Easy to use and intuitive
  • Excellent value for the price
  • Versatile kit lens
$1099.00
$1399.00 Save: $300.00 (21%)
$92 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: canon

DESCRIPTION

A compact and versatile full-frame mirrorless camera with a 26MP sensor, 4K video, and RF24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM lens.
Canon EOS RP 26.2MP Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera with RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM Lens - Bundle With Camera Case, 64GB SDXC Card, 67mm Filter Kit, Cleaning Kit, PC Software

Canon EOS RP 26.2MP Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera with RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM Lens - Bundle With Camera Case, 64GB SDXC Card, 67mm Filter Kit, Cleaning Kit, PC Software

SKU: CARPK4A
(330)

DESCRIPTION

A compact and versatile full-frame mirrorless camera with 26MP resolution, 4K video, and RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM lens.

Pros
  • Easy to use with useful features
  • Great camera quality
  • Excellent lens and image quality
  • Versatile and compact
  • Budget-friendly bundle package
$1099.00
$1399.00 Save: $300.00 (21%)
$92 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: canon

DESCRIPTION

A compact and versatile full-frame mirrorless camera with 26MP resolution, 4K video, and RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM lens.
Canon EOS RP Mirrorless Camera with RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM Lens, Black Bundle with 64GB Memory Card, Tripod, Card Reader, Battery, Charger Base, Software Kit

Canon EOS RP Mirrorless Camera with RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM Lens, Black Bundle with 64GB Memory Card, Tripod, Card Reader, Battery, Charger Base, Software Kit

SKU: CARPK4H
(330)

DESCRIPTION

A compact full-frame camera kit with 26.2 MP sensor, 4K video, and versatile 24-105mm lens.

$1267.99
$1567.99 Save: $300.00 (19%)
$106 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: canon

DESCRIPTION

A compact full-frame camera kit with 26.2 MP sensor, 4K video, and versatile 24-105mm lens.
Canon EOS RP Mirrorless Camera with RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM Lens, Black, Bundle with 128GB UHS-II SDXC Memory Card, Tripod/Monopod, Microphone, Card Reader, Battery, Charger Base, Software Kit
$1399.93
$1699.93 Save: $300.00 (18%)
$117 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: canon

DESCRIPTION

A compact full-frame camera kit with 26.2 MP sensor, 4K video, and versatile zoom lens.
Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K

Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K

SKU: BMCCP4K
(329)

DESCRIPTION

A handheld 4K digital film camera with a 4/3 sensor, dual native ISO, MFT lens mount, and flexible recording options.

Pros
  • Versatile recording options
  • Good customer service
  • Affordable price
  • Impressive image quality
  • User-friendly interface
$1095.00
$92 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: blackmagic design

DESCRIPTION

A handheld 4K digital film camera with a 4/3 sensor, dual native ISO, MFT lens mount, and flexible recording options.
Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K - Bundle With 128GB SDXC Memory Card, Green Extreme LP-E6N Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack

Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K - Bundle With 128GB SDXC Memory Card, Green Extreme LP-E6N Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack

SKU: BMCCP4KS
(329)

DESCRIPTION

A revolutionary handheld 4K digital film camera with 13 stops of dynamic range, MFT lens mount, and flexible recording options.

Pros
  • Excellent lens pairing
  • Versatile and customizable
  • Reliable source for filmmaking needs
  • Great camera for the price
  • Fantastic image quality
$1295.00
$108 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: blackmagic design

DESCRIPTION

A revolutionary handheld 4K digital film camera with 13 stops of dynamic range, MFT lens mount, and flexible recording options.
Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K Bundle with 128GB SD Card, Shoulder Bag, Charger, Extra Battery, Screen Protector, Cleaning Kit

Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K Bundle with 128GB SD Card, Shoulder Bag, Charger, Extra Battery, Screen Protector, Cleaning Kit

SKU: BMCCP4KEK
(329)

DESCRIPTION

A revolutionary handheld 4K digital film camera with a 4/3 sensor, 13 stops of dynamic range, and dual native ISO.

$1149.00
$96 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: blackmagic design

DESCRIPTION

A revolutionary handheld 4K digital film camera with a 4/3 sensor, 13 stops of dynamic range, and dual native ISO.
Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K Bundle with 128GB SD Card, Backpack, 2x Battery, Charger, Screen Protector, SD Card Case, Cleaning Kit

Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K Bundle with 128GB SD Card, Backpack, 2x Battery, Charger, Screen Protector, SD Card Case, Cleaning Kit

SKU: BMCCP4KPR
(329)

DESCRIPTION

A revolutionary handheld 4K digital film camera with a 4/3 sensor, 13 stops of dynamic range, and dual native ISO.

$1195.00
$100 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: blackmagic design

DESCRIPTION

A revolutionary handheld 4K digital film camera with a 4/3 sensor, 13 stops of dynamic range, and dual native ISO.
Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K Bundle with 3Pod Aluminum Tripod, Universal Tripod Dolly

Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4K Bundle with 3Pod Aluminum Tripod, Universal Tripod Dolly

SKU: BMCCP4KTK
(329)

DESCRIPTION

A revolutionary handheld 4K digital film camera with a 4/3 sensor, MFT lens mount, and flexible recording options.

$1159.00
$97 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: blackmagic design

DESCRIPTION

A revolutionary handheld 4K digital film camera with a 4/3 sensor, MFT lens mount, and flexible recording options.
Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM ART Lens for Canon EF, Bundle with ProOptic 72mm Filter Kit, Cleaning Kit, Cap Tether, Lens Wrap

Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM ART Lens for Canon EF, Bundle with ProOptic 72mm Filter Kit, Cleaning Kit, Cap Tether, Lens Wrap

SKU: SG1835DCEOSA
(316)

DESCRIPTION

A fast and sharp wide-angle to normal-length zoom lens with a 72mm filter kit and cleaning accessories.

Pros
  • Versatility and adaptability
  • Sharpness and image quality
  • Build quality and durability
  • Affordability and budget-friendliness
  • Wide aperture and low light performance
$879.00
$74 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: sigma

DESCRIPTION

A fast and sharp wide-angle to normal-length zoom lens with a 72mm filter kit and cleaning accessories.
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII Digital Camera

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII Digital Camera

SKU: ISORX100M7
(312)

DESCRIPTION

A compact digital camera with a 20.1 MP sensor, 24-200mm zoom lens, and 4K video capabilities.

Pros
  • Compact size and portability
  • High-quality image and video performance
  • Versatile functions and zoom lens
  • Easy to navigate and handle
  • Fast and accurate autofocus capabilities
$1698.00
$142 /mo suggested payments with 12‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: sony

DESCRIPTION

A compact digital camera with a 20.1 MP sensor, 24-200mm zoom lens, and 4K video capabilities.
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Cameras For Documentary Filmmaking

When it comes to documentary filmmaking, having the right equipment is essential to capturing authentic and compelling stories. The best cameras for documentary filmmaking are designed to provide high-quality footage in a variety of shooting conditions, making them ideal for capturing real-life moments as they unfold. Whether you're a professional filmmaker or an aspiring documentarian, investing in a reliable documentary camera can make all the difference in the final production. These cameras are not only popular among seasoned filmmakers but also make a thoughtful and practical gift for those passionate about visual storytelling. As the weather warms up and the natural world comes to life, there's no better time to explore the world of documentary filmmaking and equip yourself with the tools to bring your vision to life.

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