One thing I’ve learned about more expensive batteries is that the engineering going into them tend to be better. Overall life span, better power regulation and distribution for both powering and also receiving power when getting charged, and overall build quality. I’d pay 400 bucks for a core 140 versus 130 bucks for a d and o lighting 190 battery. I already had one catch fire.
I just bought everything in this video that was available on B&H and Amazon through your affiliate links, including the FX3 Camera. I hope that helps! I'm still looking for better alternatives for the handles, as B&H and Amazon DO NOT have them available currently.
get the andycine lunchbox for the Ninja! that completes the "perfect" rig, at least from an aesthetic point. and it seems to be more stable connection to me.
*that's actually pretty neat. I was looking to replace my Handle that I used for my A6400 and since I own the FX30 the cold/Hot Shoe I don't really use and I have the Same Small rig Cage but that wooden handle is pretty nice as I'm learning what a Nato Rail is and I like that Small run & Gun set with just a Monitor and that handle. So the Mini Run & Gun works for me*
Hey, Meshna, I Love this rig! Thanks for making this awesome rig/video. I got most of the parts, along with the 99 Smallrig battery. Even though I switched the camera to running USB-C delivery, I can't get the camera to turn on without a battery in the FX-3. I am also running V4.0. You didn't state it; assumed switching to USB delivery would forego the use of a battery in the body. 🤷🏽♂️😕 Do you have a battery in the body as well? Or are able to run it the camera solely from the small rig battery?
Yeah you still need to keep the battery in the body. It’s basically like having it plugged into a power outlet, so it’ll be keeping the battery charged
@kylemeshna Amazing; thanks for the lightning-fast response, Kyle! The PolarPro Mattebox looks so good and instantly makes the rig look like a "professional "Cinema" camera" - how much do you love it? Do you have the Director or Base Kit version? That is the only part of the rig I excluded - but man, it looks sick!
@@eddiewood3258 I've actually recently switched over to the Helix system from PolarPro. It doesn't give that same "Look at my huge camera rig" feel, but its just so convenient for run-n-gun stuff that it's hard to pass up
I’m almost ready to go for the fx30, but my last point of contention is that I prefer the internal Xavc s-i codec, but the CF type A cards are SOOOO overpriced. the ninja with 4TB of storage is cheaper than 500gb of type a CF’s. BUT I want to use Davinci Resolve which the ninja doesn’t play well with yet.
Never could get into photography it’s such a science and I don’t have the patience yet to get into it but fuck this video explained everything really well I learned a ton thank you keep up the great work 👏🏼
Question! Does having the bigger battery help with overheating of the camera when working out in the sun? This year working weddings, I was having such a hard time with my cameras overheating in the summer, even with shade. I'm curious if having an external battery helps with that issue. Thanks!
have you considered the portkeys lh5p ii? you can adjust cam settings and focus on the touchscreen. and yes, i've fried a sony cam using a "regulated" dummy battery.
I use this method. You actually do need to have a battery in the camera for this to work. So it acts as a kind of battery extender when connected via USB-C.
Is there a solution to clamp the USB-C cable at the camera to prevent it from breaking off? I get that the USB-C vs dummy battery solution is safer overall, but on its own it seems like the fragile USB-C connection is bound to snap off which presents it's own threat to the system.
You mentioned in the video that you powered the monitor using a dummy battery to the 8v at 7:19 mark but your link is to a dtap to dummy battery. Do you have a link for the one used in your video as I am using the NPF battery plate. Thank you. Great video!
Hey Kyle, does small rig sell 2 screw base plate by itself? or do you have to purchase the entire baseplate system ?? I just want the baseplate with out the rail slots Thanks!
You could definitely but the plates separately and the. Attach a v mount plate to those. And then Kondor Blue and others sell dtap splitters. Could certainly jerryrig a solution similar to this!
What kinda Cable you running from the vmouth battery and what is the 12 volt cable thing I was kinda confused on what its use for I m trying to figure out if it’s need it how it supposed to hook up to the vmouth and camera I need help getting the right Cable I no what the d tap is use for but the other cables I m confused about hit me up asap
Even though you’re not using a dummy battery and your powering via the usb-c, do you still need a stock default battery in the camera in order for it to work? If so then I don’t think the vmount battery is actually powering the camera directly but rather constantly charging the stock default battery???
Looking for a FX3 rig which is Manfrotto Nitrotech compatible . I like yours, efficient and effective. Just two comments: wouldnt 9 inch rods be better so you can close the FX3 screen? Smallrig even as carbon fiber 9 inch rods if I am not mistaken. I like the Smallrig battery but as you say: 50Wh is a bit tight and the price is too steep. Liked and subbed!
I’m waiting to get their new v mount plate they’re releasing in a few days which swivels downward to allow the screen to open and close. I could also probably scootch the rods back a little bit if needed. Yeah agreed the 50W isn’t nearly big enough, so going to pick up a larger capacity v mount as well and use this as a backup
I've heard some people mention that the Small Rig FX3/30 cage had a distressed look that makes it look sort of worn right out of the box. I've been trying to figure out if all of their FX3/30 cages are like that or if it was just one of the finish options. Am I right in thinking your cage did not have a distressed look to it? It looked pretty clean from what I could tell.
You were looking to purchase A CAMERA for documentary work/Vlog content. If you was to buy a camera today, would you recommend the fx3? Any other suggestion
Depends on your setup. The ninja V takes more power than most other monitors. If you’re running with the camera on the whole time it’ll last about a half day of filming
Does anyone have any ideas for integrating external memory (SSD)? Haven't found any that doesn't include 3d printed mounts. i dont have a printer and i don't trust the materials D:
For me top handles introduce a lot of shake in the image, it’s just physics: “give me a long enough lever and I can move the earth” - Archimedes, which basically means the longer a lever is, the more leverage it has to move the item at the other end, hence tiny movements of your hand when holding a top handle are then amplified the longer the handle is.. I’ve never understood why someone would want a top handle other than for low angle shots, which you could just use a gimbal with a bucket handle for unless you intentionally want a skate-video type shake in your footage.
Arguably it reduces the shake by distancing the shake from the body when use in conjunction with another hold point such as under the camera. One handed sure, but the further the two points of contact the less shake generally. Personally I prefer a side handle but some do like the top down as well as the fact its a good hold point by your side
@@TallManMedia “distancing the shake from the body” makes zero sense. Adding a lever will amplify movement made at the end being held at the other end, that’s why if you cast with a fishing rod, the handle is only moving about a foot or two, but the tip is moving 6 or 7 feet back and forth. The only things that are gonna reduce shake are adding weight to the camera rig, or ibis/oss lenses, or a gimbal.
Imagine in this example, your hand is at the rod tip, and the sensor is the handle of the rod. You'd have to move the tip of the rod a lot, to effect the sensor. You got the right concept, just not the right outcome. The reason this works is the center point is the sensor, or the middle in this example, not the hand. @@RustyShackleford9000
@@TallManMedia the word you’re looking for is “fulcrum”, which in this case is pretty much in the same spot most of the time since one end of the lever is attached to the “load” aka camera, and one end is being held in the user’s hand. And most handles only offer a slight variation in hand position. The closer the hand is to the load, and the shorter the lever is, the less shake there will be at the sensor, but any handle will still produce more shake than holding the body directly, and for about the same weight as many cage rigs, you could just have a gimbal if you don’t want shake. (Even a full cinema camera with auto ND etc like the fx6 can easily fit on a DJI rs3 pro.) If you DO want shake, do handheld and use a top handle. There is a time and place for camera shake. Think about it: if you have a camera on the end of a selfie stick, vs gripping it directly in your hands, which will have more potential for shake? It’s the same principle with a handle, just on a smaller scale. It may not have the image super jerky but it will introduce small micro-shakes and jitters into the footage unless it’s a very heavy rig like an fx9 or Venice or arri classic or like a red with a huge v mount battery and heavy lens/cage. The only thing that’s gonna stop shake when holding a camera hanging down by the top handle is weight on the camera itself. But still less stable than holding closer to the body.
That'll be the following: FX3/FX3 Cage: geni.us/FX3-Cage Nato Side Handle: geni.us/Nato-Side Monitor Arm: geni.us/Friction-Arm Ninja V Monitor: geni.us/Ninja-V- Cheaper Monitor: geni.us/Andycine
Question: I currently use a Canon 77D for all my video, it was my starter camera and I only recently graduated college to start working in the film industry, where I will mostly be doing my own personal projects (meaning I want to start building a collection of my own gear). I love this rig and would love to have something like it, but with student loans and other expenses, it would be a long, slow process to start affording this stuff, especially with the biggest purchases (camera + lens) being the first ones I would want to make. I am trying to decide whether it would be better to start building a rig around my 77D, knowing that I will eventually not be able to use some of the equipment I purchase for it, or just use the camera as is until I can fully build a rig like this around a nicer camera. Let me know what you think! (open to everyone in the comments too)
Stick with a camera strap to help get a 3rd point of contact around your neck for now. Save up to get a better camera and don’t worry about rigging it out to start. Just get something like an fx30 and a used zoom lens
If I get you correct about that SmallRig V Mount Battery is you can charge it with a USB-C cable, right? Or do you still need D-Tap Charger for that specific one?
@@its_alex it will depend on the output of your charger -- many different types of USBC chargers out there, but I use my MacBook pro charger and it goes quite quickly.
Hi, great rig, me I use a quick plate for ronin to set my fx3 on the rod, because the down base of the smallrig as the same dimension But, my nd filter just broke, do you recommand one ? Sorry for my english btw
The Ninja V is why you are running out of Battery (v mount). The Ninja is one of th emost power hungry montiros / records on the market. It uses almost 3x more power than a smallHD or portkeys. If you are not using it for recording might as well pick up a different monitor, now you got less weight and can power your rig with the smallrig 50w battery.
@kylemeshna HI i want to buy the fx3 dont know much about film, but im willing to learn can u tell me for someone whos starting out. will the camera plus lens be enough? i noticed theres a lot of gear people have. what would u recommend to buy to be clear fx3 is really what i want. and what lens size u recommend for shooting real estate vidoes?
If you're just getting started, I think the FX3 is probably overkill. If you have the budget though... its an incredible camera. For real estate I'd recommend looking at either the Sony 16-35 (the GM or PZ version depending on budget) or the Tamron 17-28. And yes, if you're just getting started, then just get the camera and lens. Worry about the other stuff once you get the hang of things a bit more
Hello. I am a student studying camera. I want to set up a rig, but I'm curious of battery running time. I use A7M4 (24-70 GM2). I will use the monitor (Feelworld) and camera while charging at the same time. How many hours can I shoot with the VB50 when charging both camera and monitor? and how many hours for VB99?
Yeah I guess, I have both the fx3 and the osmo pocket. Of course a $4,000+ full frame mirrorless will be better cinematic wise but it’s still doesn’t have global shutter, internal nd, etc. so what makes a cinema camera a cinema camera? for the price and how simple they are to use I would argue that the osmo is one of the best consumer “cinema” cameras. 4k 120fps and 10bit And dlog footage for $650 is quite impressive lol
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This was exactly what I was looking for as I price out a full rig before buying the FX3. Thanks man!
One thing I’ve learned about more expensive batteries is that the engineering going into them tend to be better. Overall life span, better power regulation and distribution for both powering and also receiving power when getting charged, and overall build quality. I’d pay 400 bucks for a core 140 versus 130 bucks for a d and o lighting 190 battery. I already had one catch fire.
Yeah definitely a good call
Great setup, thanks!!! Purchasing your entire rig using your links as a special thank you to you. Appreciate you doing this!
Haha appreciate it
I just bought everything in this video that was available on B&H and Amazon through your affiliate links, including the FX3 Camera. I hope that helps!
I'm still looking for better alternatives for the handles, as B&H and Amazon DO NOT have them available currently.
did you still need a gimble btw?
Love this set up for the versatility alone. Thank you!
get the andycine lunchbox for the Ninja! that completes the "perfect" rig, at least from an aesthetic point. and it seems to be more stable connection to me.
This was invaluable. Thanks so much for sharing. Made my life so easy. Thanks again.
Happy to help!
Really like the set up. Almost the same rig I built and ordered.
Heck yeah man! Epic
ayo bruh your good at this youtube thing! DONT STOP XD
Much appreciated
I just picked up an fx3. Very excited to learn this device.
Such a good setup! Very thoughtful in how it all was built. Thanks for the inspiration!
Really REALLY great video. Thank you for the excellent content.
Stoked to hear it! Got a new rig build in the works as well
Awesome! I really love that setup!
Thank you!
Sweet build dude!! Loved it
Cheers fam
Given me so many ideas 🤌🏼
Heck yeah
This was put together so well! Thank you
Loved the fact that the Creator was shot on this.... this camera ia on my radar now
Everyone coming here after watching The Creator
Was it shot on the fx3?
@@TMK_KUMBU yes it was
I literally bought the fx3 after watching that movie lol.
I bought mine about a month after watching it. 😂 glad I did
I'm listening to it right now 😂
*that's actually pretty neat. I was looking to replace my Handle that I used for my A6400 and since I own the FX30 the cold/Hot Shoe I don't really use and I have the Same Small rig Cage but that wooden handle is pretty nice as I'm learning what a Nato Rail is and I like that Small run & Gun set with just a Monitor and that handle. So the Mini Run & Gun works for me*
yeah the mini run and gun is super handy! I rocked that setup this weekend when I was traveling light
@@kylemeshna Yeah I'll be looking at that handle
In the list you forgot the matte box. What brand and model are you using on this build?
I got the SmallRig 155wH VMount for $245 including tax from B&H when they had it on the 1-day deal. Keep an eye on those!
Super helpful vid!
Glad you liked it Mitchell!
Hey, Meshna, I Love this rig! Thanks for making this awesome rig/video.
I got most of the parts, along with the 99 Smallrig battery. Even though I switched the camera to running USB-C delivery, I can't get the camera to turn on without a battery in the FX-3. I am also running V4.0. You didn't state it; assumed switching to USB delivery would forego the use of a battery in the body. 🤷🏽♂️😕
Do you have a battery in the body as well? Or are able to run it the camera solely from the small rig battery?
Yeah you still need to keep the battery in the body. It’s basically like having it plugged into a power outlet, so it’ll be keeping the battery charged
@kylemeshna Amazing; thanks for the lightning-fast response, Kyle! The PolarPro Mattebox looks so good and instantly makes the rig look like a "professional "Cinema" camera" - how much do you love it? Do you have the Director or Base Kit version? That is the only part of the rig I excluded - but man, it looks sick!
@@eddiewood3258 I've actually recently switched over to the Helix system from PolarPro. It doesn't give that same "Look at my huge camera rig" feel, but its just so convenient for run-n-gun stuff that it's hard to pass up
These make good B cams to my F55.
I’m almost ready to go for the fx30, but my last point of contention is that I prefer the internal Xavc s-i codec, but the CF type A cards are SOOOO overpriced. the ninja with 4TB of storage is cheaper than 500gb of type a CF’s. BUT I want to use Davinci Resolve which the ninja doesn’t play well with yet.
Thank you, lookin to rig my FX3 as well
you're a genius man...
Never could get into photography it’s such a science and I don’t have the patience yet to get into it but fuck this video explained everything really well I learned a ton thank you keep up the great work 👏🏼
could you please give me a link of the matebox/filter?
Does anyone use this v mount battery, with just the v mount Battery or also run a battery inside also?
Awesome!
thank u for this
Dude, at 6:25 I want to know how far was that ledge!! What about a lanyard attached to the cage? :D
Good info Kyle🔥
Question! Does having the bigger battery help with overheating of the camera when working out in the sun? This year working weddings, I was having such a hard time with my cameras overheating in the summer, even with shade. I'm curious if having an external battery helps with that issue.
Thanks!
have you considered the portkeys lh5p ii? you can adjust cam settings and focus on the touchscreen. and yes, i've fried a sony cam using a "regulated" dummy battery.
Nice content
Much appreciated
nice!! from japan
So is this camera powered ONLY by usbc? No extra battery inside or anything?
I use this method. You actually do need to have a battery in the camera for this to work. So it acts as a kind of battery extender when connected via USB-C.
7:45 Are you still using the Sony battery in the camera or not? The whole point of a dummy battery is to reduce the overheating time.
Is there a solution to clamp the USB-C cable at the camera to prevent it from breaking off? I get that the USB-C vs dummy battery solution is safer overall, but on its own it seems like the fragile USB-C connection is bound to snap off which presents it's own threat to the system.
How do you plug the vmount battery into an FX3??
USBc or DTap to dummy battery
@@kylemeshna just figured it out haha. Thank you👍
smallrig has a new setup, that has most of it built in, i just bought. 4063
You mentioned in the video that you powered the monitor using a dummy battery to the 8v at 7:19 mark but your link is to a dtap to dummy battery. Do you have a link for the one used in your video as I am using the NPF battery plate. Thank you.
Great video!
hey great video. Are there any drawbacks to using the usb and not the dummy battery?
It just gets in the way of the flip screen, but other than that all fine!
Hey Kyle, does small rig sell 2 screw base plate by itself? or do you have to purchase the entire baseplate system ?? I just want the baseplate with out the rail slots
Thanks!
You could definitely but the plates separately and the. Attach a v mount plate to those. And then Kondor Blue and others sell dtap splitters. Could certainly jerryrig a solution similar to this!
Says rhe links to products aren't working. Also which product is the wood grain looking handle I didn't see that in the links
which camera are you using to film this video and which lens is best for close up shooting with the sony fx3?
Shot with the Sony a1. Best for close ups either the 24-70 GMII (great minimum focus) or 90mm macro
This was really informative. I think I might be switching to sony.....
Always happy to help! And Sony gang is great. All are welcome. We have cake 🍰
i want one
What kinda Cable you running from the vmouth battery and what is the 12 volt cable thing I was kinda confused on what its use for I m trying to figure out if it’s need it how it supposed to hook up to the vmouth and camera I need help getting the right Cable I no what the d tap is use for but the other cables I m confused about hit me up asap
Such a good and clean rig! You got yourself my respect and myself as a subscriber.
Random question: How is your wallpaper changing size?
@repentandbelieveinJesusChrist8 Is that software or what?
Even though you’re not using a dummy battery and your powering via the usb-c, do you still need a stock default battery in the camera in order for it to work? If so then I don’t think the vmount battery is actually powering the camera directly but rather constantly charging the stock default battery???
Technically yes it’s charging the normal battery
@@kylemeshnaThank you!!!
Looking for a FX3 rig which is Manfrotto Nitrotech compatible . I like yours, efficient and effective. Just two comments: wouldnt 9 inch rods be better so you can close the FX3 screen? Smallrig even as carbon fiber 9 inch rods if I am not mistaken. I like the Smallrig battery but as you say: 50Wh is a bit tight and the price is too steep.
Liked and subbed!
I’m waiting to get their new v mount plate they’re releasing in a few days which swivels downward to allow the screen to open and close. I could also probably scootch the rods back a little bit if needed.
Yeah agreed the 50W isn’t nearly big enough, so going to pick up a larger capacity v mount as well and use this as a backup
El cable que alimenta la cámara + el cable que alimentan la batería me gustaría saber si son compatibles con la sony a6400
I've heard some people mention that the Small Rig FX3/30 cage had a distressed look that makes it look sort of worn right out of the box. I've been trying to figure out if all of their FX3/30 cages are like that or if it was just one of the finish options. Am I right in thinking your cage did not have a distressed look to it? It looked pretty clean from what I could tell.
There are two different options, yes. I have the non-distressed version
@@kylemeshna Awesome, thanks for clarifying!
Hi. What cards are you using please
I can't attach my Sony fx3 to my small rig tripod helppppp
What size lens adapter would fit the Sony FX3?
Ha, you were wrong. Peter's video wasn't the next video cued up.... it's the one after that one
Bahahaha
You were looking to purchase A CAMERA for documentary work/Vlog content. If you was to buy a camera today, would you recommend the fx3? Any other suggestion
Fx3 or fx30 are both amazing options. Would buy again in a heartbeat
do you use manual focus when you shoot?
I thank it’s the USB A what’s that for
Do you have the dummy battery to even run it on a rig
I'm happy to see Tuco Salamanca tho😅
Tight tight tight! Woooo
How long does the vb50 work for with monitor too ? Thanks !
Do you have a link to the manfrotto baseplate under the quick release plate set up?
Can I attach the sirui 35mm anamorphic lens on the FX3?
Any chance you can share approximately how long the 50wh battery would run? Thanks a lot!
Depends on your setup. The ninja V takes more power than most other monitors. If you’re running with the camera on the whole time it’ll last about a half day of filming
@@kylemeshna Thanks A Lot!
Does anyone have any ideas for integrating external memory (SSD)? Haven't found any that doesn't include 3d printed mounts. i dont have a printer and i don't trust the materials D:
For me top handles introduce a lot of shake in the image, it’s just physics: “give me a long enough lever and I can move the earth” - Archimedes, which basically means the longer a lever is, the more leverage it has to move the item at the other end, hence tiny movements of your hand when holding a top handle are then amplified the longer the handle is..
I’ve never understood why someone would want a top handle other than for low angle shots, which you could just use a gimbal with a bucket handle for unless you intentionally want a skate-video type shake in your footage.
Arguably it reduces the shake by distancing the shake from the body when use in conjunction with another hold point such as under the camera. One handed sure, but the further the two points of contact the less shake generally. Personally I prefer a side handle but some do like the top down as well as the fact its a good hold point by your side
@@TallManMedia “distancing the shake from the body” makes zero sense. Adding a lever will amplify movement made at the end being held at the other end, that’s why if you cast with a fishing rod, the handle is only moving about a foot or two, but the tip is moving 6 or 7 feet back and forth. The only things that are gonna reduce shake are adding weight to the camera rig, or ibis/oss lenses, or a gimbal.
@@RustyShackleford9000 Using physics, it comes down to the point of leverage. Its not distance, its ratio.
Imagine in this example, your hand is at the rod tip, and the sensor is the handle of the rod. You'd have to move the tip of the rod a lot, to effect the sensor. You got the right concept, just not the right outcome.
The reason this works is the center point is the sensor, or the middle in this example, not the hand.
@@RustyShackleford9000
@@TallManMedia the word you’re looking for is “fulcrum”, which in this case is pretty much in the same spot most of the time since one end of the lever is attached to the “load” aka camera, and one end is being held in the user’s hand. And most handles only offer a slight variation in hand position. The closer the hand is to the load, and the shorter the lever is, the less shake there will be at the sensor, but any handle will still produce more shake than holding the body directly, and for about the same weight as many cage rigs, you could just have a gimbal if you don’t want shake. (Even a full cinema camera with auto ND etc like the fx6 can easily fit on a DJI rs3 pro.) If you DO want shake, do handheld and use a top handle. There is a time and place for camera shake.
Think about it: if you have a camera on the end of a selfie stick, vs gripping it directly in your hands, which will have more potential for shake? It’s the same principle with a handle, just on a smaller scale. It may not have the image super jerky but it will introduce small micro-shakes and jitters into the footage unless it’s a very heavy rig like an fx9 or Venice or arri classic or like a red with a huge v mount battery and heavy lens/cage. The only thing that’s gonna stop shake when holding a camera hanging down by the top handle is weight on the camera itself. But still less stable than holding closer to the body.
I got most items from your links.. question, what about the kondor wire? Do you use that? It wont fry my camera?
I do use that now! I just put out an updated rig build on my channel as well that you might like checking out
@@kylemeshna thanks bro, whats your instagram?
I'd like to know which camera you took to record the whole video
Sony A1
@@kylemeshna oh cool, thank you
Hi Kyle
What ssd would you suggest me a best one for my fx3 so i can record external off my ssd
To record external you need something like a Atamos Ninja V. You can’t record externally to an SSD, so best to just get a fast v90 sd card instead
where can i get your monitor wallpaper?
Hi! Can you sand a link, from you kitt, weher i can buy together? Thank you so mutch!
All the links are listed below in the description
TH-camrs trying not to say let’s get undone
HOW MUCH THE PRICE OF TOTAL PRODUCT
when you look for used than 8-11k
what is the setup for the super mini run and gun? trying to get this all at the lowest cost possible
That'll be the following:
FX3/FX3 Cage: geni.us/FX3-Cage
Nato Side Handle: geni.us/Nato-Side
Monitor Arm: geni.us/Friction-Arm
Ninja V Monitor: geni.us/Ninja-V-
Cheaper Monitor: geni.us/Andycine
hey - is this rig holding up? I do a lot of run and gun event coverage and thinking about a setup similar to this
Check out my more recent rig video if you’re looking for an updated one for run and gun stuff. And add a top handle to that one
Question:
I currently use a Canon 77D for all my video, it was my starter camera and I only recently graduated college to start working in the film industry, where I will mostly be doing my own personal projects (meaning I want to start building a collection of my own gear). I love this rig and would love to have something like it, but with student loans and other expenses, it would be a long, slow process to start affording this stuff, especially with the biggest purchases (camera + lens) being the first ones I would want to make.
I am trying to decide whether it would be better to start building a rig around my 77D, knowing that I will eventually not be able to use some of the equipment I purchase for it, or just use the camera as is until I can fully build a rig like this around a nicer camera.
Let me know what you think! (open to everyone in the comments too)
Stick with a camera strap to help get a 3rd point of contact around your neck for now.
Save up to get a better camera and don’t worry about rigging it out to start. Just get something like an fx30 and a used zoom lens
@@kylemeshna thanks so much, i appreciate the advice!
If I get you correct about that SmallRig V Mount Battery is you can charge it with a USB-C cable, right? Or do you still need D-Tap Charger for that specific one?
Correct, you can just use USBC
@@kylemeshna that's nice option. How long is take to juice it up via USB-C? If you have any numbers
@@its_alex it will depend on the output of your charger -- many different types of USBC chargers out there, but I use my MacBook pro charger and it goes quite quickly.
@@kylemeshna ok, got it. Huge thanks for your reply
Wait, it CAN'T record CinemaDNG?
Hi, great rig, me I use a quick plate for ronin to set my fx3 on the rod, because the down base of the smallrig as the same dimension
But, my nd filter just broke, do you recommand one ?
Sorry for my english btw
Polar Pro ND filters all the way
@@kylemeshna thank’s 👍🏻
how much did this build weigh?
The Ninja V is why you are running out of Battery (v mount). The Ninja is one of th emost power hungry montiros / records on the market. It uses almost 3x more power than a smallHD or portkeys. If you are not using it for recording might as well pick up a different monitor, now you got less weight and can power your rig with the smallrig 50w battery.
Yeah I’m using a portkeys since making this
@@kylemeshna good choice! How is power consumption? Did you see any change?
Hello, if I use the 99 battery, could it damage my camera since it is not from Sony?
I plug it in via USBc to avoid any chance of an issue
@kylemeshna HI i want to buy the fx3 dont know much about film, but im willing to learn can u tell me for someone whos starting out. will the camera plus lens be enough? i noticed theres a lot of gear people have. what would u recommend to buy to be clear fx3 is really what i want. and what lens size u recommend for shooting real estate vidoes?
If you're just getting started, I think the FX3 is probably overkill. If you have the budget though... its an incredible camera.
For real estate I'd recommend looking at either the Sony 16-35 (the GM or PZ version depending on budget) or the Tamron 17-28.
And yes, if you're just getting started, then just get the camera and lens. Worry about the other stuff once you get the hang of things a bit more
@@kylemeshna thank you 🙏 I know it’s expensive and overkill but my brain is high on the camera lol 😂
Hello. I am a student studying camera. I want to set up a rig, but I'm curious of battery running time. I use A7M4 (24-70 GM2). I will use the monitor (Feelworld) and camera while charging at the same time. How many hours can I shoot with the VB50 when charging both camera and monitor? and how many hours for VB99?
whhhhaaat, theres a chance that dummy batteries will fry your sony cam? Been using Vlocks for the 2 FX3's at work for sets all this time lmao
I’ve just seen many folks complaining about this on forums 🤷🏼♂️
@@kylemeshna thats scary, that means all this time couldve fried the cams 🫠
any nd filter you suggest ?
I love the mew Polar Pro Helix system. I have a vid on my channel about it!
What kind of tripod is that?
Smallrig. It’s linked in the description
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this will cost a lot 😮
Indeed.
What that you just took off of your lenes in 3:27
The lens cap.
What kind it is.
@@MrAKirby - Looks to be just a basic push-on large rubber one.
Okay thanks
Total price in India.....
Kaleigh Via
Add a shoulder mount and eye cup and now we're talking
Then DJI released the osmo pocket 3 lol
Osmo pocket 3 is a VASTLY different use case.
Yeah I guess, I have both the fx3 and the osmo pocket. Of course a $4,000+ full frame mirrorless will be better cinematic wise but it’s still doesn’t have global shutter, internal nd, etc. so what makes a cinema camera a cinema camera? for the price and how simple they are to use I would argue that the osmo is one of the best consumer “cinema” cameras. 4k 120fps and 10bit And dlog footage for $650 is quite impressive lol
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