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What camera, mic and desk setup does Think Media use?
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Setup at a glance 5 key items
- CameraSony FX3Sponsored Source: Jul 24, 2026 · first-party videoCheck price at Amazon
- MicShure SM7dBSponsored Source: Jul 24, 2026 · first-party videoCheck price at Amazon
- ComputerApple MacBook Pro (M3 Max)Source: Jul 24, 2026 · first-party video
- MonitorDell 27 Plus Monitor (S2725HSM)Sponsored Source: Jul 24, 2026 · first-party video
- LightingAmaran 60x SSponsored Source: Jul 24, 2026 · first-party video
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What camera does Think Media use?
Think Media films on the Sony FX3, Sony FX30 and Sony A7 IV.
Source, Jul 24, 2026: The Real Gear I Use in My YouTube Studio! (Complete Tour) first-party video Sponsored
What mic does Think Media use?
Think Media uses the Shure SM7dB and Fifine AM8.
Source, Jul 24, 2026: The Real Gear I Use in My YouTube Studio! (Complete Tour) first-party video Sponsored
What lens does Think Media use?
Think Media uses the Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN. “Sigma 16mm f/1.4 lens” (video description).
Source, Jul 24, 2026: The Real Gear I Use in My YouTube Studio! (Complete Tour) first-party video Sponsored
What monitor does Think Media use?
Think Media uses the Dell 27 Plus Monitor (S2725HSM). “Dell 27 Plus Monitor - S2725HSM” (video description).
Source, Jul 24, 2026: The Real Gear I Use in My YouTube Studio! (Complete Tour) first-party video Sponsored
What lighting does Think Media use?
Think Media uses the Amaran 60x S. “Amaran 60XS Light” (video description).
Source, Jul 24, 2026: The Real Gear I Use in My YouTube Studio! (Complete Tour) first-party video Sponsored
What audio interface does Think Media use?
Think Media uses the RØDECaster Pro II. “Rodecaster Pro II Audio Interface” (video description).
Source, Jul 24, 2026: The Real Gear I Use in My YouTube Studio! (Complete Tour) first-party video Sponsored
Full kit 16 confirmed items
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 FX3 | Sony A7S III | Ali Abdaal, Austin Evans, Daniel Schiffer +5 | Sony’s stills-style body with a 12.1MP full-frame sensor | Check price at Amazon |
Setup history current vs previously used, dated
- Jul 24, 202616 current items confirmed in The Real Gear I Use in My YouTube Studio! (Complete Tour) first-party video
Similar setups most shared confirmed gear
Ali AbdaalShares 3 items with Ali AbdaalCalDigit TS4, Elgato Prompter and Sony FX3
Austin EvansShares 2 items with Austin EvansSony FX3 and Sony FX30
Justin BrownShares 2 items with Justin BrownElgato Prompter and YoloBox Extreme
Mark Ellis ReviewsShares 2 items with Mark Ellis ReviewsSony A7 IV and Sony FX3
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Last updated Oct 18, 2026 · 1 confirmed source · Spotted an error?
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