Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Step behind the lens with two-time Emmy Award-winning filmmaker and Canon Explorer of Light, Rudy Valdez, as he reveals his Canon documentary gear package.
At the heart of Rudy's "small but mighty" package is the Canon EOS C500 Mark II. Drawn to the immersive look of full-frame, Rudy leverages the camera's nimble form factor to maintain total intimacy. Whether jumping out of planes or running down football fields, the EOS C500 Mark II allows him to look his subjects directly in the eye, capturing the raw essence of human emotion while the gear simply falls away.
Rudy brings along his CN-E35mm, CN-E50mm, and CN-E85mm, providing the perfect range for his characteristic run-and-gun style. He also packs his L-series 50mm f/1.2 lens which is the first lens he ever purchased and the glass behind his first film, it remains a sentimental staple, a reminder of where his journey began.
From intimate character studies to high-stakes cultural moments, Rudy Valdez proves that you don't need a massive crew to tell a massive story. With just a few essential tools and a dedicated vision, he continues to shine a light on the stories that define our world.
Canon EOS C500 Mark II: canon.us/4uZjXbJ
Step behind the lens with two-time Emmy Award-winning filmmaker and Canon Explorer of Light, Rudy Valdez, as he reveals his Canon documentary gear package.
At the heart of Rudy's "small but mighty" package is the Canon EOS C500 Mark II. Drawn to the immersive look of full-frame, Rudy leverages the camera's nimble form factor to maintain total intimacy. Whether jumping out of planes or running down football fields, the EOS C500 Mark II allows him to look his subjects directly in the eye, capturing the raw essence of human emotion while the gear simply falls away.
Rudy brings along his CN-E35mm, CN-E50mm, and CN-E85mm, providing the perfect range for his characteristic run-and-gun style. He also packs his L-series 50mm f/1.2 lens which is the first lens he ever purchased and the glass behind his first film, it remains a sentimental staple, a reminder of where his journey began.
From intimate character studies to high-stakes cultural moments, Rudy Valdez proves that you don't need a massive crew to tell a massive story. With just a few essential tools and a dedicated vision, he continues to shine a light on the stories that define our world.
Canon EOS C500 Mark II: canon.us/4uZjXbJ
