> The lens and sensor makes the biggest difference here - paints a completely different picture due to capturing light in the way were used to seeing in tv and film.

Not really true. It's often editing + lighting that really has the strongest effect.

$100k cameras can take dogshit videos and photos when you don't know how to edit them properly or know how to light the shot.

Let's all just be honest with each other. It's an equal mix of everything. An appropriate lens, lighting, and post-production.