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Alqubit | Cinematic Video Set

Written by Borislava Tatchev | Aug 30, 2024 12:08:47 AM


Cinematic Set - Alqubit Content Creation - Business Restart - 1Q24


Alqubit: IT as an Expression of Art

Introduction: Alqubit's Cinematic Video Set Research

At Alqubit, we believe that IT is an Expression of Art. As the Founder of this Boutique IT Consultancy, Advisory and Marketing Strategy firm, I'm excited to share our journey into the world of high-quality video content creation.

Our marketing strategy demands excellence, and we've embarked on an extensive research project to build a cinematic video set that maximizes quality while minimizing costs.

Throughout the first quarter of 2024, we've meticulously explored every facet of video production equipment. Our goal was clear: achieve stunning 4K video quality without breaking the bank. This research is a cornerstone of Alqubit's Business Restart initiative, reflecting our commitment to innovation and visual storytelling.

We've curated a comprehensive set of tools, each chosen for its ability to deliver professional-grade results at an accessible price point. From the selection as our primary, and secondary camera, the Sony ZV-E10, to the array of cinematic lenses that bring our vision to life, every piece of equipment has been carefully considered.

Our lighting setup, a blend of versatile LED panels and softboxes, ensures that we can create the perfect ambiance for any shoot. We've also invested in video acquisition and monitoring equipment to guarantee that the quality we capture is the quality our audience sees.

This document outlines our findings, detailing each component of our cinematic set. It represents not just an investment in equipment, but in the future of Alqubit's visual communication. By balancing quality with cost-effectiveness, we've created a setup that will allow us to produce compelling content that resonates with our clients and showcases our expertise in the IT landscape.

Join me as we explore the elements that will elevate Alqubit's content creation to cinematic heights, all while maintaining the financial prudence that our clients have come to expect from our consultancy.

Check out also our videos, with the details of the research and the evolution of the entire process.

Video Part 1

Video Part 2

 

Guideline - Maximizing Video Quality with Ultra Minimized Budget

This is the result of the extensive research and work during the 1Q2024 of The Alqubit Business Restart - ON

Content Creation Server - old 10K investment:

1x HPE DL380G9 96G RAM

1x NVIDIA P4000 Quadro

1x MZPLL1T6HEHP - Samsung 1.6TB PM1725A PCI-E 3.0 X8 NVMe Enterprise SSD

2x MZILS480HEGR/007 - Samsung 480GB SAS 12G Enterprise SSD

6x HPE 600G SAS HD

1x Windows Server 2022 - Data Center

 

Software:

OBS v30.2.3 - free

DaVinci Resolve v19.01 - free

Bandicut 2024 - 24€/y

Adobe Premier Pro 2024 - 13€/mo

Canva Pro - 12€/mo

 

Livestream, Music, SFX & Footage Copyright Platforms:

1x Restream Pro - €423/Year - Update 11.09.2024

1x Artlist Max Pro - €479/Year - Update 15.09.2024

1x Soundstripe Pro - €215/Year - Update 12.09.2024

tot Investment in Streaming and Video Production with Pro Full Commercial Copyright - €1117/Year

 

Camera:

2x Camera Sony ZV-E10 - 1190€ - Update 06.09.2024

2x SIRUI ZV-E10 Cage - 100€ - Update 06.09.2024

2x Tripod and 2x Dummy Batt - 110€ - Update 06.09.2024

1x NEEWER Rig - 65€

1x NEEWER M.Follow Focus - 65€

tot Investment in Cameras - 1530€

 

Pro Audio Acquisition:

1x Zoom - F1-LP - field recorder + Mic. lav.  - 117€ - Update 08.09.2024

1x Samsung Memory Endurance 32G - MB-MJ32KA/EU - 13€ - Update 08.09.2024

tot Investment in Pro Audio - 130€

 

Cinematic Lenses:

Viltrox Lense 23mm f1.4 - 320€

7artisans Cine 50mm t1.05 - 315€

7artisans Cine 35mm t1.05 - 350€

tot Investment in Cine Lenses - 985€

 

Cinematic Lighting:

2x ULANZI VL49 2x30€ - 60€

2x NEEWER FS150B 205€ - 410€

1x NEEWER CB60B 70W - 150€

2x NEEWER LED RGB 530PRO - 222€ - 2x Tripod 2m H Included - Update 01.09.2024

2x NEEWER S.box RGB660PRO - 95€ - Update 01.09.2024

3x NEEWER Tripod 3x50€ - 150€

1x NEEWER 55cm Softbox - 70€

1x Triopo - Softbox- 65cm - 66€

1x DF DIGITALFOTO GoBo - 180€

tot Investment in Cinematic Lighting - 1413€

 

Video Acquisition & Monitor & Management:

1x Elgato 4K60ProMK.2 PCI-E - 220€

1x Elgato Cam Link 4K HDMI to USB 4K30 - 100€ - Update 06.09.2024

1x Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 -130€

1x LG 27UL500P 27" UHD 4K - 250€

different x HDMI & USB & Audio Cables - 150€

tot Investment in Video Acquisition - 850€

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tot Investment Cinematic Set Production - 6025€ - Update 15.09.2024