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What camera does Brandon Li use?
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Setup at a glance 4 key items
- CameraSony A7S IIISource: Aug 4, 2025 · first-party videoCheck price at Amazon
- LightingZhiyun Molus X60 RGBSource: Aug 4, 2025 · first-party video
- PhoneApple iPhone 15 Pro MaxSource: Jul 18, 2024 · first-party video
- LensSamyang V-AF 24mm T1.9Source: Aug 4, 2025 · first-party video
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What camera does Brandon Li use?
Brandon Li films on the Sony A7S III.
Source, Aug 4, 2025: 12 Easy Tips & Tricks for Filming Solo first-party video
What lens does Brandon Li use?
Brandon Li uses the Samyang V-AF 24mm T1.9, Samyang V-AF 75mm T1.9 and Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8.
Source, Aug 4, 2025: 12 Easy Tips & Tricks for Filming Solo first-party video
What lighting does Brandon Li use?
Brandon Li uses the Zhiyun Molus X60 RGB. “Zhiyun Molus X60RGB Light” (video description; the link goes to the Zhiyun Molus X60 RGB).
Source, Aug 4, 2025: 12 Easy Tips & Tricks for Filming Solo first-party video
What phone does Brandon Li use?
Brandon Li uses the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max. “DJI Osmo Pocket 3, Insta360 X4, and iPhone 15 Pro Max” (video description).as of Jul 2024
Source, Jul 18, 2024: My Favorite Lenses and Filters 2024 first-party video
What software does Brandon Li use?
Brandon Li uses Sony Monitor + Control app. “how I use the Sony Monitor + Control App” (video description).
Source, Jul 14, 2025: Tips for Filming Yourself with Cheap Gear + New Techniques first-party video
Full kit 14 confirmed items
| Product | Category | Source date | Sponsored | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera 7 | ||||
| Sony A7S IIIAlso "Why I still use" (2023)“Camera:” (video description; the link goes to the Sony A7S III)12 Easy Tips & Tricks for Filming Solo first-party videoCheck price at Amazon | Camera | 2025-08-04 | Check price at Amazon | |
| Samyang V-AF 24mm T1.9“24mm:” (video description; the link goes to the Samyang V-AF 24mm T1.9)12 Easy Tips & Tricks for Filming Solo first-party video | Camera | 2025-08-04 | ||
| Samyang V-AF 75mm T1.9“75mm:” (video description; the link goes to the Samyang V-AF 75mm T1.9)12 Easy Tips & Tricks for Filming Solo first-party video | Camera | 2025-08-04 | ||
| Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8“Viltrox AF 16mm f1.8 Lens:” (video description; the link goes to the Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8)12 Easy Tips & Tricks for Filming Solo first-party video | Camera | 2025-08-04 | ||
| Rokinon Remaster Slim lenses (focal not stated)“I’ll be shooting on the tiny Rokinon Remaster Slim Lenses” (video description)Tips for Filming Yourself with Cheap Gear + New Techniques first-party video | Camera | 2025-07-14 | ||
| DJI Osmo Pocket 32024 "using now" list“DJI Osmo Pocket 3, Insta360 X4, and iPhone 15 Pro Max” (video description)My Favorite Lenses and Filters 2024 first-party videoCheck price at Amazon | Camera | 2024-07-18 | Check price at Amazon | |
| Insta360 X42024 "using now" list“DJI Osmo Pocket 3, Insta360 X4, and iPhone 15 Pro Max” (video description)My Favorite Lenses and Filters 2024 first-party video | Camera | 2024-07-18 | ||
| Lighting 2 | ||||
| Zhiyun Molus X60 RGB“Zhiyun Molus X60RGB Light” (video description; the link goes to the Zhiyun Molus X60 RGB)12 Easy Tips & Tricks for Filming Solo first-party video | Lighting | 2025-08-04 | ||
| Zhiyun Molus X100 RGB“Zhiyun Molus X100 RGB Light” (video description; the link goes to the Zhiyun Molus X100 RGB)Tips for Filming Yourself with Cheap Gear + New Techniques first-party video | Lighting | 2025-07-14 | ||
| Accessory 3 | ||||
| Freewell VND CPL filter kitCo-designed by Brandon Li“Get my co-designed Freewell VND CPL filter kit:” (video description)12 Easy Tips & Tricks for Filming Solo first-party video | Accessory | 2025-08-04 | ||
| H&Y Magnetic Variable ND CPL“H&Y Magnetic Variable ND CPL Filter:” (video description; the link goes to the H&Y Magnetic Variable ND CPL)12 Easy Tips & Tricks for Filming Solo first-party video | Accessory | 2025-08-04 | ||
| DJI RS 4 MiniGimbal“DJI RS 4 Mini Gimbal” (video description)Tips for Filming Yourself with Cheap Gear + New Techniques first-party video | Accessory | 2025-07-14 | ||
| Phone 1 | ||||
| Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max2024 "using now" list“DJI Osmo Pocket 3, Insta360 X4, and iPhone 15 Pro Max” (video description)My Favorite Lenses and Filters 2024 first-party video | Phone | 2024-07-18 | ||
| Software 1 | ||||
| Sony Monitor + Control app“how I use the Sony Monitor + Control App” (video description)Tips for Filming Yourself with Cheap Gear + New Techniques first-party video | Software | 2025-07-14 | ||
Get the look alternatives other tracked creators use
Ranked by how many creators we track use each alternative. Reasons come from the manufacturer specs on each gear page; we don’t compare prices.
| Their pick | Alternative | Used by | Why consider it | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony A7S III | Sony FX3 | Ali Abdaal, Armando Ferreira, Austin Evans +8 | Sony cinema-line body used by creators we track | Check price at Amazon |
Setup history current vs previously used, dated
- Aug 4, 20257 current items confirmed in 12 Easy Tips & Tricks for Filming Solo first-party video
- Jul 14, 20254 current items confirmed in Tips for Filming Yourself with Cheap Gear + New Techniques first-party video
- Jul 18, 20243 current items confirmed in My Favorite Lenses and Filters 2024 first-party video
Similar setups most shared confirmed gear
Chris HauShares 2 items with Chris HauDJI Osmo Pocket 3 and Insta360 X4
Jason VongShares 2 items with Jason VongDJI Osmo Pocket 3 and Sony A7S III
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Last updated Oct 18, 2026 · 3 confirmed sources · Spotted an error?
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