Decision tools

Cameras and audio planners

Planners that convert bitrate, payload, and room size into a camera or audio class with official examples.

6 tools in this topic. Each one names a fit from your inputs, then shows official examples—not a ranked shopping list.

• Should I use an external SSD or HDD for video?

  Pick a portable SSD, HDD, or RAID class from project size and whether you edit from the drive

• What lighting-kit wattage do I need?

  Estimate a COB or panel watt class from subject count and soft-light needs

• What SD-card speed and capacity for video do I need?

  Estimate file size and a Video Speed Class from bitrate and minutes

• Which camera kit fits my subject?

  Choose a compact, standard-zoom, telephoto, or hybrid-video kit

• Which headphone type is right: open-back, closed-back, or IEM?

  Pick open-back, closed-back, or IEM from wear time and isolation needs

• Which microphone category is right for me?

  Pick a dynamic, condenser, or multi-mic category from voices and room treatment