- You need a basic or advanced editing tool. Adobe Premier Elements is cheap and works great.
- You need lots of light and no shadows to get a consistent green background.
- For decent, low cost lighting I suggest Cowboy Studio
http://www.cowboystudio.com - Video lights are great. Smaller, low temp, but you will need four of them.
http://www.cowboystudio.com/Led_lighting_s/465.htm - Traditional softboxes work well
http://www.cowboystudio.com/category_s/227.htm - Here is four box solution
http://www.cowboystudio.com/product_p/vl-9004s-4.htm
- For decent, low cost lighting I suggest Cowboy Studio
- You need a good camera that is solidly mounted and shooting straight down.
Quick Explanation of the Process
Rendered Example
Make a Simple Video Stand
Use PVC to make a stand for your camera or phone. Hack a tripod mount or phone clamp to attach it. Use a selfie remote shutter if you need to.