How to Select Your Smoke Machine

Introduction

In the world of filmmaking, there are a lot of things you need to consider in order to achieve the best results. Where do you get your lights? How about props and costumes? But one thing that often gets overlooked is the fog machine. It might seem like an optional choice at first glance, but when used correctly it can be a powerful tool for adding atmosphere and enhancing your film’s mood. By following these simple guidelines, you'll have no trouble finding the right haze machine for your project:

What type of fog machine should I use for filmmaking?

If you're planning to use a fog machine in filmmaking, you'll need to choose the right type of machine for your needs. There are many different options available, each with its own advantages and disadvantages.

Fog machines are used in many different industries and applications: from concerts and sports events to haunted houses and stage productions. They can produce thick clouds of smoke that fill up large spaces quickly, or thin wisps that disappear into thin air within seconds--whatever effect you want! Fog machines can also be classified by their intended use: indoor vs outdoor models; high volume vs low volume output (for example: gallons per minute).

What size smoke machine should I use?

When selecting your smoke machine, you need to consider how much smoke you want. The more fog you want to create, the larger your fog machine will need to be. The same goes for small venues versus large venues: if it's a small space with not many people in it (like an intimate concert), then a smaller machine will suffice and produce less dense smoke than if were using it at an outdoor festival where there are thousands of attendees breathing in all kinds of toxic fumes from burning plastics, gasoline fumes from cars driving by on nearby streets (or even fireworks!), etc...

So what size should I use? Well that depends on what kind of event/venue/performance space we're talking about! If you're doing something intimate then maybe 1-2 gallons per minute would be sufficient but if we're talking about large scale productions like theatrical shows or festivals then upwards towards 8 GPM might be necessary depending on how intense our effect needs are going into each scene change etc...

Which features are important to me in my smoke machine for filmmaking?

There are a few important things to consider when selecting your smoke machine. First, how many people will be using the machine? If you're filming alone, or if it's just you and one other person, then you might not need a large-capacity model. However, if there are going to be more than two people involved in your shoot (or if there are multiple shoots), then you'll want something that can keep up with demand without breaking down too quickly.

Secondly, think about how much smoke fluid does each person need? If all of your scenes require only one or two puffs of fog per take (which is often true), then having a large reservoir won't be necessary--but if there are some particularly dense scenes where four or five puffs would be appropriate per take (for example), then having extra capacity would definitely help out!

When to buy new vs. used fog machines

New fog machines are more reliable and durable. They also have warranties, which can be helpful in the event of a defect or malfunction.

Used fog machines are cheaper than new ones, but they may not last as long or be as reliable.

If you're on a budget and don't need all of the bells and whistles that come with newer models, buying used ones may make more sense for you!

When to rent a haze machine instead of buying.

If you need to rent a haze machine, there are a few situations in which it's the best option. If you only need your smoke machine for a short period of time, renting is often more economical than buying. For example, if your band has an album coming out and wants to do some promotional videos with smoke effects before they release it, then renting may be preferable because of their limited budget and desire for quick results--and because their album won't be around forever.

Buy or Rent Hazers from Wedio.

Renting or buying hazers from Wedio is a great way to ensure you get the right equipment for your needs.

When you rent from Wedio, our global coverage is included with all rentals ensuring you if an accident happens with your kit. If you choose to buy a camera from Wedio, we offer Secure Escrow Payment and a third-party check of the camera equipment before delivery so that there are no surprises when it arrives!

Conclusion

We hope that this article has helped you understand the basics of smoke machines, as well as some of their features. If you're looking for a reliable source of fog machines, we can help! Our team specializes in providing rentals for film production companies across the globe.