Also: The best movies and shows to stream right now Elgato and Kodak make roll-up green screens for more compact storage and to prevent creases and wrinkles while Neewer has a series of foldable, pop-up style green screens for more compact storage when not in use. To help you find the best green screen for your space, I’ve picked 5 of the best you can buy. I’ve broken down their sizes, price points, and accessories to help you decide which is the right fit for your space as well as your budget. Also: The 5 best streaming mics: Start that podcast or Twitch channel The screen rolls up into the bottom portion of the unit, eliminating the need to iron out big creases and wrinkles that come from folding. It also has a built-in frame so you don’t have to worry about needing extra equipment to set up the screen. The entire unit sits on the floor for better stability than a tripod, meaning you won’t have to worry about accidentally knocking it over. The cloth itself is 100% polyester, meaning it’s easy to spot clean and steam iron if needed. It’s fairly large, measuring about 5x6.5 feet, and you can use it in either a portrait or landscape position to suit either solo or collaborative videography. The outer frame is a flexible steel frame that gives plenty of stability when fully deployed while remaining easy to fold when it’s time to put everything away. The only downside is that you’ll need to invest in a couple of tripods and a mounting rod or find a way to attach it to a wall, since it doesn’t come with any sort of mounting system. It’s also fairly affordable at under $50, making it a great choice for beginners who might not want to invest a lot of money on something they may not use a lot. The 100% cotton backdrop is machine washable, which makes it super easy to keep clean and looking its best; though you’ll probably have to regularly iron it to prevent creases and wrinkles that can make editing a pain. It also comes with 4 spring clamps to help you set it up, though it does not come with a mounting rod. But you can still buy a cheap, spring-loaded shower curtain or use heavy-duty tacks for mounting options in a pinch. It also has a flexible frame that makes it easy to fold up for more compact storage when you aren’t using it. It even comes with its own carrying bag to prevent rips and other damage while in storage or while traveling. Additionally, it comes in blue and gray options if you want something that will just provide a plain background or a screen that is less reflective under direct lighting. The backdrop is made of muslin cloth, making it easy to spot clean and iron when needed, and the included mounting system makes setup quick and simple. The included lights also come with their own tripods and lightbulbs, so you can get started filming right away. It even includes two, heavy-duty carrying bags to keep your lights and backdrop safe from damage while in storage or traveling. I have two of Neewer’s umbrella diffuser fill lights that I had bought separately from my 2-in-1 green screen, and they do an excellent job of eliminating shadows without being harsh or washing out subjects.
