Which gear does Paul Rogers recommend for achieving cinematic results on a budget?

For cinematic results on a budget, here is what recommends and uses often:

• Your phone (iPhone or similar) – with good lighting, composition, and a basic color grade, you can get shockingly close to “cinema camera” vibes
• Cheap clear filter + Vaseline hack – smear a little around the edges (never on the actual lens glass) for dreamy halation and glow instead of buying pricey diffusion filters
• Entry-level mirrorless cameras and hybrid bodies (Sony, Fuji, Blackmagic, etc.) for when you are ready to step up from your phone but do not want to drop Hollywood money

The real unlock is lighting, framing, and knowing your tools, not just expensive cameras.

What are you shooting on right now—phone or camera?