Mobile video's growth is astronomical. Today mobile video is not just for watching, creating stories with your tablet and smartphone is changing both creation and distribution. Today you can leverage the tools, accessories and apps available for your tablet and smart phone to create compelling video.

In March 2014 I shot an entire personal documentary with my phone while in Europe. There are limitations to the device. The optics are less than great, the audio is limited and the camera sensor does not manage extremes of light and dark all that well. But with awareness, planning and attention to detail you can shoot video that engages your audience.

Below you will find a list of the tools and applications I use when using my smartphone for video production. The page is divided into four sections. Jump ahead if you are looking specifically for smartphone audio, lenses or brackets and lights by clicking on a link below. Please let me know if you find something you think needs to be added, or if you have any questions.