Best affordable equipment for weddings for the HMC40?

[JoeJITSU]

I know that there is some equipment. But I would like to know what wireless mic, lighting, and shoulder support is best. I have the XLR with azden boom mic and GH1 for the DOF shots. I just ordered the Hague steadicam for my GH1. Also any other suggestions would be good. I have an indieslider and fuidhead tripod already. Thanks

 

[Vincent Del Vecchio]

Lightning is (for a wedding) an absolute neccessity. Venues are often dark by design and for the HMC-40, you'll need some oft of on-camera light like the Lexmen LEDPro X6 or the Comer 900 or Comer 1800.

I, personally, use the Luxmen LEDPro X6 becase it is under $200 and has a full dimmer and it can use AC/DC power and/or 4x AA batteries.

I'd recommend a tripod (a decent - great one) like a Libec or a Manfrotto.

As for a wireless mic, stick with a UHF lavalier and NOT the VHF brand. UHF brand like the Sony or Senheisser will give you static free useage up to around 200-300 feet where you'll hear static and dropouts using a cheaper VHF alternative at anything over 25 feet unless conditions are IDEAL (and let's face it, they usually never are at wedding venues).