Wedding Videography Gear 2025 | Muscle Shoals Wedding Videographer Setup
As a full-time Muscle Shoals wedding videographer shooting everywhere from riverside ceremonies along the Tennessee River to barn receptions in Florence and elegant ballroom evenings at the Marriott Shoals, I’ve refined my kit to be reliable, lightweight, and capable of delivering cinematic films no matter the lighting or chaos of a North Alabama wedding day.
Here’s the exact gear I trust in 2025 to create emotional, film-like wedding videos for couples throughout the Shoals area. This setup has been battle-tested at hundreds of weddings and is perfectly balanced for run-and-gun coverage while still looking undeniably professional.
Cameras – Dual Sony System for Maximum Flexibility
Sony a7 IV (Primary / A-Cam)
My main body for the majority of the day. 33MP full-frame sensor gives me gorgeous 4K footage with incredible dynamic range — perfect for bright outdoor Muscle Shoals ceremonies and golden-hour portraits. Oversampled 4K from 7K looks unbelievably sharp, and the autofocus is rock-solid on teary-eyed brides and grooms.
Sony FX30 (Secondary / B-Cam & Gimbal Camera)
Super 35 APS-C sensor that matches the a7 IV beautifully when paired with the right lenses. I love throwing this on the gimbal because it’s so light and has active cooling for long ceremony takes. The 26MP sensor still delivers stunning 4K, and the price-to-performance is unbeatable for a second angle.
Lenses – Versatile, Fast, and Wedding-Ready
Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Art
My absolute workhorse. Sharp wide open, fast autofocus, and weather-sealed — I shoot 80-90% of every wedding on this lens. From wide getting-ready shots to intimate vows, it covers almost everything.
Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II
The ceremony and reception sniper. I stay discreet during the ceremony and capture every real reaction from parents and grandparents. It’s also my go-to for sparkler exits and tight dance floor moments when I can’t get physically close.
(I’ll occasionally rent a fast prime like a 35mm or 50mm f/1.4 for low-light receptions, but the two-zoom setup keeps me fast and mobile.)
Stabilization – Smooth Footage All Day Long
DJI Ronin RS 2
My gimbal of choice for silky-smooth walking shots, grand entrances, and cinematic couple sessions. The FX30 lives on this thing — the combo is lightweight enough to carry for hours.
Peak Design Travel Tripod + Monopod
The carbon fiber Travel Tripod is insanely packable and rock-solid for locked-off ceremony shots or timelapses. The monopod is perfect for quick second-angle ceremony coverage when I don’t want to set up a full tripod.
Audio – Crystal Clear Vows & Toasts (No Excuses)
Sennheiser MKE 600 Shotgun Mic
Mounted on the a7 IV for ambient ceremony and reception audio. Excellent directionality and handles wind well with the furry cover — crucial for outdoor Shoals weddings.
DJI Mic 2 System
My wireless workhorse. Super easy to hide on the groom and officiant, great range, and 32-bit float backup recording means no more clipped audio during loud “I do’s” or toasts.
Rode Wireless GO II Lav Mics (x2)
Redundant lav system — I’ll often put one on the bride (hidden in bouquet or hair) and use these as backups. You can never have too much clean audio on a wedding day.
Lighting – When Venue Lighting Just Isn’t Enough
Amaran Lights (100x / 200x or similar)
Compact, bi-color, and bright enough to save dark reception dance floors without looking harsh. I bounce them or use softboxes for natural fill during speeches and first dances. Battery-powered means no cables tripping guests.
Why This Setup Works Perfectly for Muscle Shoals Weddings
This kit is fast, reliable, and relatively lightweight — essential when you’re running between Florence bridal suites, Tuscumbia ceremony sites, and late-night receptions in Sheffield. Everything is weather-sealed for unpredictable Alabama rain, and the dual-camera Sony color science matches perfectly in post with almost zero effort.
Most importantly, it disappears so I can focus on your story — not fighting gear.
Ready to Have Your Shoals Wedding Filmed With This Exact Setup?
If you’re getting married in Muscle Shoals, Florence, Tuscumbia, or anywhere in North Alabama, I’d love to be your videographer.
Starting packages in 2025-2026 begin at $2,000 and include:
- 8 hours of coverage
- Full-day filming with this professional gear
- 5-7 minute cinematic highlight film
- Full edited ceremony + toasts
Dates are booking fast — especially spring and fall weekends.
Drop me a message today and let’s chat about your wedding vision!
