To participate in second-year photo/video-related courses as a print and online major within SAIT’s journalism program, you must outfit yourself with a handful of audio and video accessories. This page outlines the recommended gear.
You will continue to use the camera equipment, Mac computer and software required in the program’s first year.
The accessories that follow cost approximately $400 and are mandatory for participation in the course listed:
PHOT 336 One tripod that’s rock steady when extended to as much as 1.3 metresPHOT 336 One pro-quality wireless lavalier systemThe following inexpensive models provide just enough stability and durability to be considered for your coursework:
To get yourself better equipped, travel and entry-level pro tripod legs and head combos from maker Vanguard will provide a solid platform, now and into the future. The following models provide unbeatable quality in their respective price ranges:
The majority of the audio capture you'll do will require a wireless lavalier mic system. This is the recommended one:
BOYA Magic ( the kit with two transmitter mics, 3.5mm receiver, USB-C receiver, charging case) The BOYA Magic is a versatile wireless microphone system that you’ll appreciate for its ability to adapt to lots of different shooting situations. At its core, it's a two-transmitter wireless system, but what sets it apart is its transformable design. The charging case itself becomes part of the microphone, allowing you to configure the system as a clip-on lavalier, a handheld interview mic, a desktop mic or an on-camera shotgun-style mic.
For your coursework, the BOYA Magic will primarily be connected to a mirrorless or digital SLR camera. The 3.5 mm TRS receiver mounts on the hot shoe and plugs straight into the camera’s mic jack, so you get in-camera audio that stays in sync with your video. With other receiver modules, it can also link to an Android-powered smartphone or an iPhone.
The included pair of lightweight transmitters are small enough to be unobtrusive when clipped to a subject's clothing, and the system captures pro-quality audio (with an optional lower-gain safety audio track—a lifesaver when unexpected loud sounds distort the main audio).