Reddit mentions of Canon EF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM Lens for Canon EOS SLR Cameras - White Box (Bulk Packaging)

I've worked at a theater for a number of years, and still do occasionally.

I wouldn't go with the A6300. Theater lighting is generally pretty bright so you don't need a good low light camera. Additionally, you want something with longer battery life if you filming long plays. I think you'll be happier with a GH5 or a GH4.

For years, I've been using the the GH4 with this metabones speedbooster and the Canon 24-105 for stage plays. I usually throw a gopro up in the rafters for my wideshot. I actually was able to get away with one camera shoots for awhile now as long as I operated it safely, but lately I've been using the GH5 with the 24-105 as my A-Cam and the GH4 with the 12-35 as my B-Cam.

The 24-105 is an absolute joy to use when filming plays. It's par-focal which is incredibly handy, and you don't really need something faster than f/4 with stage lighting.

As far as audio, I have two cheap condensor mics like these mounted above the stage with cables running into the booth. When I come in to record, I plug in a tascam recorder like this one.

I wouldn't get the NTG-2. It's only useful if you can get it really close to your subjects. If you want a shotgun mic I would really reccomend getting the MKE 600

The theater I have a client has numerous fresnels laying all over the place, so I have ample lighting if needed. I usually just use whatever is installed currently.

This Tripod has been my #1 choice for a long time now, and has filmed many plays. I prefer it to ones that cost 4 times as much. I upgraded the fluid head to a Manfrotto 502 which is a huge improvement.

Hope this helps, feel free to message me about anything in particular.

I really enjoy the interchangeable lenses aspect the most!
I was checking out the 5dmk2 with Canon L Lenses and i ran into this on Amazon. I am still figuring out how to link URL's properly on Reddit so my apologies.
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-24-105mm-USM-Lens-Cameras/product-reviews/B000B84KAW/ref=dp_top_cm_cr_acr_txt?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1

If you own a 24-105L lens from canon, the adaptor ring size you want is 77mm. You also want the foundation holder and whatever filter from lee you want to use that will fit into the holder.

the camera

I think this is the same gimbal either way it could definitely work on that drone with that camera. The gimbal I use is cheaper, but requires more work on our end.

the lens

I couldn't find the drone he is using in that image, but the one I have was built from scratch and was around 2k. All in all, this stuff can be super expensive, but you can also find much cheaper set ups that get the job done. For a BBC documentary I wouldn't be surprised if each rig is 50k or more, but you can do it at home for under 10k.

Edit: Also, gimbals aren't lens specific. The only upside to having multiple gimbals for each lens is that you wouldn't need to waste 5 min restabalizing it with the change in weight/center of gravity.

If I were in your shoes I would buy this lens:

https://www.amazon.com/Canon-24-105mm-USM-Lens-Cameras/dp/B000B84KAW/ref=sr_1_5?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1485163295&sr=1-5&keywords=canon+lens

Then, you should go out and shoot the crap out of everything and learn what focal lengths you like.

Most will say to buy the 50mm F1.8 STM lens, as it's essentially the right of passage for new Canon owners.

https://www.amazon.com/Canon-50mm-1-8-STM-Lens/dp/B00X8MRBCW/ref=sr_1_3?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1485163295&sr=1-3&keywords=canon+lens