Wedding video equipment as a videographer in Mallorca

I am Javier Gómiz, a professional videographer and drone pilot in Mallorca. For years, I have been capturing love stories through my camera and flight, combining visual storytelling with aerial shots that provide a unique and unforgettable perspective. My work focuses not only on filming, but also on accompanying each couple on their big day, offering discretion, sensitivity and a cinematic style.

In this article, I show you the wedding video recording equipment I currently use and consider essential for delivering high-quality results. And if you are also looking for a professional to immortalise your wedding, you can see all my services as a videographer and photographer in Mallorca.

Equipment for recording wedding videos in Mallorca
Different video recording equipment for weddings in Mallorca

Main camera: Sony A7S III

The crown jewel. The Sony A7S III is one of the most highly rated cameras by professional videographers, and it’s no wonder why. Together with the Mavic 3 PRO, it’s the core tool in my kit for shooting wedding videos.

This mirrorless camera offers:

  • Outstanding performance in low light conditions (ideal for indoor and evening receptions)
  • 4K recording at up to 120 fps for cinematic slow motion
  • Wide dynamic range that preserves details in highlights and shadows
  • Ultra-fast and reliable autofocus system

Thanks to its reliability and image quality, the A7S III has become the centrepiece of my kit.

Sony ILCE7SM3/B Alpha 7S III cámara sin espejo con lente intercambiable de fotograma completo, color negro
  • Sensor Exmor R de 12.1MP1, optimizado para 4K, sensibilidad y velocidad
  • El nuevo motor de procesamiento BIONZ XR ofrece 8 veces más potencia de procesamiento2
  • Imágenes de bajo ruido con ISO hasta 409,6003 y rango dinámico de 15+parada4
  • Hasta 4K 120p5 10 bits 4:2:2 y lectura de píxeles completa en todos los rec. Modos
  • Hasta 4K 120p5 en XAVC S (AVC), XAVC HS (HEVC) y XAVC S-I (All-I)

Lenses for filming weddings

Sony 24–70 mm f/2.8 GM II

This will be my next big purchase. I’m still renting it out at the moment, and I’ve got it booked for the next three weddings. Once the rental ‘voucher’ runs out, I’ll definitely buy it.

The Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II lens is a premium, ultra-sharp and versatile lens. Ideal for all-day shooting: from wide shots to close-ups, without the need to change lenses. It is ideal for wedding videos as it allows you to get close to the ceremony without invading ‘off-limits’ areas, leaving space for the event to unfold normally without interfering or stealing the limelight. This lens is the second step in my wedding video recording equipment.

Sony Lente FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
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Sony 35mm f/1.8

A versatile, lightweight and very bright fixed lens. The Sony 35mm f/1.8 allows me to work with a shallow depth of field, ideal for natural portraits and intimate shots during preparations or the ceremony.

Sony SEL-85F18 Lente vertical Focal fija 85 mm F1.8 Full Frame adecuado para las series A7, ZV-E10, A6000 y Nex, montura E) Negro
  • Teleobjetivo rápido
  • El vidrio ED compensa las aberraciones
  • Apertura circular con nueve hojas para lograr efectos de desenfoque atractivos, distancia mínima de enfoque de 0,8 m
  • Motor lineal para un enfoque preciso y silencioso
  • Contenido del envío: SEL-85F18, tapa: ALC-SH150, tapa frontal: ALC-F67S, tapa trasera: ALC-R1EM

Sony 10-18mm f/4 (APS-C)

Although it is an APS-C lens, I use the 10-18mm f/4 with cropping to avoid black corners from 12mm onwards. It gives me that extra width when I need to show scenes, decorations or the entire space of the location.

Sigma Objectif 10-18 mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary Compatible Avec Canon RF-S Garanti 3 ANS
  • Sigma
  • Accesorio de imagen y son
  • – Bouchons avant et arrière – Pare-soleil

Stabiliser: Zhiyun Weebill-S

The Zhiyun Weebill-S is my trusted gimbal. Compact, powerful and comfortable for long days, it allows me to record smooth, vibration-free footage, even when walking or following my partner.

It is perfect for long working days due to its low weight. At events such as weddings and corporate events where I have carried it for long periods of time, its light weight is appreciated compared to other more sophisticated gimbals.

It has different modes of use, making it extremely versatile:

  1. PF – Pan Follow (Panoramic tracking)
    • The pan axis follows the movement of the handle.
    • The tilt and roll axes remain fixed.
    • Ideal for smooth tracking shots.
  2. L – Lock
    • All axles are locked in a fixed direction.
    • The gimbal keeps the camera pointing in the same direction no matter how you move it.
    • Perfect for straight tracking shots or highly controlled shots.
  3. F – Follow (Full follow-up)
    • The pan and tilt axes follow the movement of the handle.
    • The roll axis remains stabilised.
    • Ideal for more dynamic and creative movements.
  4. POV – Point of View
    • The three axes (pan, tilt, and roll) follow the movement of the handle.
    • It allows you to capture more natural movements, such as diagonal turns.
    • Great for simulating the character’s perspective or for immersive shots.
  5. Vortex Mode (Tornado)
    • The camera can rotate 360° on the roll axis.
    • Used for spiral effects or highly stylised flat effects.
    • Requires placing the gimbal in ‘underslung’ mode (inverted mode).
  6. Go Mode
    • It responds very quickly to the operator’s movements.
    • Ideal for capturing fast-paced action, sports, or situations where you need a lot of responsiveness.
    • It is activated by pressing and holding the ‘Go’ button.

Additional modes and useful features:

  • Selfie Mode: Press the mode button three times and the gimbal will rotate 180º to film you directly.
  • Standby mode: Press and hold the power button to put it into standby mode without turning it off.
  • Underslung mode: Changes the position of the handle to record from low angles.
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Microphones for capturing high-quality sound

Sony ECM-B10

This shoe microphone is small but powerful, and it’s one of my favourite accessories: quality and coverage. You attach it to the camera shoe and forget about it, as it has its own power supply when connected to the camera and doesn’t need batteries or a battery pack. It’s a real joy, to be honest.

Capture clear audio with different directionality modes and no cables required, ideal for spontaneous moments.

Wireless microphones

For voices during ceremonies or speeches, I use these wireless microphones. They are easy to use, have good coverage, and work without interruptions.

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DJI Mavic 3 Pro, a gem that puts the finishing touch on my equipment

The DJI Mavic 3 Pro is a professional drone that combines an advanced triple camera system with a 4/3 Hasselblad CMOS sensor, capable of capturing images with impressive dynamic range and accurate colours. With this drone, you can’t help but take spectacular drone videos.

Its two additional telephoto lenses offer unique versatility for photography and video, all in a portable design with a safe and precise flight system, designed for creators and professionals seeking the highest quality in any situation.

Recommended cards for recording with the Mavic 3 Pro:

  • SanDisk Extreme PRO 128GB
  • SanDisk Extreme PRO 64GB
SanDisk Extreme PRO Tarjeta Micro SDXC 256 GB + adaptador SD (Para Cámaras de acción, drones, móviles, hasta 200 MB/s) El rendimiento A2, RescuePRO Deluxe, UHS-I, C10 U3 V30
SanDisk Extreme PRO Tarjeta Micro SDXC 256 GB + adaptador SD (Para Cámaras de acción, drones, móviles, hasta 200 MB/s) El rendimiento A2, RescuePRO Deluxe, UHS-I, C10 U3 V30
Velocità di scrittura fino a 140 MB/s per rapidi scatti consecutive; Categoría A2 para una carga y un rendimiento de la aplicación más rápidos
34,99 EUR Amazon Prime
SanDisk Extreme Tarjeta Micro SDXC 256GB + adaptador SD, (Para teléfonos inteligentes, cámaras de acción, drones) V30, hasta 190 MB/s, RescuePRO Deluxe, A2 C10 U3 UHS-I
SanDisk Extreme Tarjeta Micro SDXC 256GB + adaptador SD, (Para teléfonos inteligentes, cámaras de acción, drones) V30, hasta 190 MB/s, RescuePRO Deluxe, A2 C10 U3 UHS-I
Velocidades de escritura de hasta 130 MB/s para disparar rápido; Compatibilidad con 4K UHD mediante UHS Speed Class 3 (U3) y Video Speed Class 30 (V30)
29,90 EUR Amazon Prime

Essential accessories for a wedding videographer

These are the third tier of my equipment for recording wedding videos. They are not essential items, but they add a touch of quality to my final work.

  • Hoya MkII variable ND filter, 82 mm diameter: This is the filter I have for my 24-70, which has an 82 mm thread. Check the diameter of your lens before buying any filter. Do you know what these are for? In my article on 10 tips for taking good photos with drones, I explain what ND filters are used for.
  • Feelworld LUT6 2600nits: high-brightness external monitor, perfect for viewing shots clearly even in bright sunlight. Improves focus and exposure accuracy when filming outdoors.
  • Smallrig cage: for mounting microphones, lights and other accessories without overloading the camera’s hot shoe.
  • Sony V60 256GB card: fast, reliable and with good capacity for long recordings.
  • Smallrig Portable Video Light: portable and versatile, perfect for lighting interviews or details.
  • VOLOHAS Parachute Drone for Mavic 3 PRO, DJI Air 3/Air 2S/Mavic Air 2/Air: intelligent safety system with automatic deployment in case of emergency. Ideal for protecting equipment and ensuring safe flights during a wedding.

Conclusion and final recommendation

Having good equipment for shooting wedding videos is not just a question of technology, but of knowing what you need based on your style, your way of shooting, and the type of clients you target. Every item in this kit has been field-tested and selected to offer maximum quality without compromising agility.

Are you looking for a wedding videographer who works with this philosophy and professional equipment? Discover what a day’s work is like while I film a wedding video.

Did you find this article interesting? I wish I had had all this information available when I started out, as my journey has been one of continuous trial and error.

I hope this information has helped you :)

I love researching and keeping up to date on my passion which is drones, but still, gathering this information and creating this content  requires means  and time, so a small financial contribution compensates for all that and helps me to keep bringing you more and better.

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