Thanks Brandon, love your videos and humble style of delivery. SO many youtubers seem to think they are entertainers and need to make it about them. You just put out great content.
FWIW, the free version of the app worked with USB-C connections on my Sony A7 IV (on Android device). But wireless connection did not work until I paid for the Pro version of the app! It's worth it. Just thought I'd mention this in case some of you are hesitant to buy it because wireless didn't work. Thanks for the great video!
another cool feature of the monitor + app is utilizing power zoom lenses. Example. I do automotive filmmaking. I attache cameras to cars to record others utilizing suction cups. Some times you might wants to change lenses or the field of view. With the app you can zoom a power zoom lens.
The delay on the Ninja V gets in the way. However when I've used my smart phone it's always been choppy and drops frames. I am reluctant to try this, even though all of your tips have helped me develop into a full time videographer. I'll give it another go. Thanks for this vid!
How did you make the connection. My a7iv says "cannot select the USB connection mode during usb cable connection with this setting" when trying to select pc remote to On.
Been amazed by this app and honestly I’d say the real best feature is just having a much better, Blackmagic style User Interface, over jumping into Sony’s menus. The fact you can just access the framerate, switch between XAVC- I, S, and HS, and jump ISOs from 640 straight to 12,800. Way faster than diving into menus to do the same thing or incrementally getting between base ISO’s.
Quick tip: Set your base rate for lowest ISO to 640 and your highest ISO to 12800. Then when you switch from 640 to 12800 or vice versa, it's just two clicks away.
I've been using the app for about 5 months since V1.0 and have never had it crash on the Galaxy S20 Ultra. I did have frequent issues with having to reactivate it in past though where it sends an SMS code (in which case it wouldn't send at all after repeated attempts). The support was great though and they gave me a permenant activation code for when it asks for the code. Highly recommended app!
I have watched all review videos of the sony compact 24mm, 40mm, 50mm G lenses. Time and again I have searched if you have shared your thoughts or reviewed these lenses. Now that I see you are using one of these on your camera, can you please please review and provide your thoughts on these tiny lenses. I love these tiny lenses for their weight.
Please, make a another video controlling / switching between autofocus areas with this app, for example, when having different people in the frame, but you want to stay on one for a while and then change to another one.
If the people are static and not moving around a lot, tap focus on the app should work for that. But it looks a bit robotic, doesn’t have an ease-in or out.
Many thanks for the awesome video! This is one of the best breakdowns of using Monitor+ and it’s good to know that I can actually have a wired connection versus just wireless. Mahalo! 🤙🏼🥃
omg, this is what i was searcheng few weeks D: THANK YOUUUU i tried this app with my a6400, but it only works in usb mode, no wifi.. not a big deal, but still its amazing app
Ive been using this app for my a7iii but there are a lot of limitations. It will not connect to the phone via wifi. If I use the usb c connection the a7iii disables steady shot while recording and there is no tap to AF on the app. The app will work with any OTG/webcam though so i bought a 20 dollar hdmi usb capture card, went from hdmi out on a7iii to capture card, then capture card to usb c on phone. It works great, nearly zero latency, and the resolution is a bit more crisp then just going from usb on camera. I don't have any control of camera settings on the app though. The setup is really not too bulky but its worth it given the limitations of the app when used with an a7iii.
nice tuto ! - how can we miss the wifi at 30cm distance ? bluetooth doesn't help i suppose ? - About RMT : -good idea to set C1 to AF/MF toggle in photo. I set AF/MF to lens focus hold so, I will change it, like you. - what do you set to AFON in photo and video modes (a7iv, a7rv) ? in photo i use back button focus afon and for video (turn top wheel to video mode), i set AF/MF toggle on AFON
Tried it - gave it back. 2 main drawbacks - for Photography - it doesnt support zoom for exact Focus, the tap to focus function is extremely buggy and some of the feature combinations work- some don´t it´s kind of confusing. Probably better for the filmers, but for me not bugfree enough.
Hello! Thank you for video. Do you know, is it possible to connect fx3 with monitor + by cable??? I can’t activate the function - PC remote and no function (cnct method)…. >___
@@CarlBertossi i have 2 750's...1 battery usually go around 3.5 hours, I tried the 950 and they last around 5 hours, but it was a little too big for me so, I keep 2 for my monitor, I also have a few 550 for my led lights and those last around 2 hours
Hello, I wanted to use the Control function via smartphone on my Sony a7siii but it doesn't work; I get a message from: Operation or setting not available with below. sorry, what do I do?
Hello, Brandon! What is the contraption/attachment that you're using to attach your phone to your DJI RS3 Mini? A part number or brand and model would be helpful. Thanks!
This App not working in my Sony a7iii with My Camera ... App installation successfully .. But not connect Phone with Camera plz Give me a any solution ?
How does this compare to Accsoon Seemo app connected over USB C to USB C? Is the latency the same? I find that the Monitor+ app lets you hit the trigger button in the app and the file is saved on your device as well as internally on the camera which is great to send clients unprocessed files from your phone, but I haven’t seen it on the Accsoon Seemo the same way. The setup is lighter too with the Monitor+ app as you can connect a single cable or connect wirelessly. I know the Accsoon Seemo outputs 1080p60 to the device though which seems to be a plus.
Accsoon seemo had a bit more latency last time I used it. But they updated firmware, supposed to have less latency now. Seemo has higher resolution image, true 1080p.
Very interesting tips😉thank you, do you know if there is a way to connect the camera to the phone and to the gimbal at the same time?? With a double usb c adapter perhaps? It’s a pity that If I connect the camera to my iphone, I can’t connect to the gimbal.. I tried to connect to iphone via wifi and to the gimbal via usb c.. but doesn’t work.. any advice?
Any idea if you can get monitor manual on there to use light meter? Also have trouble shooted but won't let me connect with cable on the paid version, any ideas why that may not work please? Thanks 😊
Hi Brandon. Great video - you sold me the idea of a light monitor for my A7iv and gimbal. I am now using Monitor+ with a cable connection. This version 1.3.0 seems fairly stable. Still waiting on Monitor+ to respond, but how do I enable focus pull? Someone else’s video showed pressing the . . . On the bottom right of the screen, which brought up options to be enabled, including focus pull. However, nothing happens when I touch the . . . Thought?
Great video! :) What's that tape on the back of your sony a7sIII display? Also, how often do you use a phone with your gimbal for monitoring? Seems like its more of a fit for specific scenarios...
Do you have problems with audio on the file that is saved to the camera? It seems to take the phone audio instead of the mics connected to the camera...
I am using a7c Mark 1 connected with a high quality USB Type C cable to my One Plus 8 Pro Phone and the moment I set the Camera in 4k no matter the framerate I lose the Face/Eye autofocus feature. I see that on your Sony a7s iii you can still use it. Is there something I am missing ? Also another thing that I find weird is the fact that when I monitor the FPS on the App it never goes over 15 FPS.
Thanks for the video, Does anybody know what the average distance is while using this app? Also is it only through the created wifi network or is there a Bluetooth connection option? I cannot see that anywhere. I wish Accsoon would team up with Monitor+ some how or if there was a way to connect my iPad or iPhone to the Accsoon Wifi signal to use this with my transmitter Cine-Eye HE and an iPhone or iPad with the Monitor +. That would be a Win win situation and a dream... Thanks
Hey Brandon! great info here thank you! Hey does anyone know how to active focus tracking? It works on my camera. but when I tap the screen in the app, it moves my spot and focuses, but doesn't activate the tracking..?
Even though the app cant display 1080, you are saying the camera will still output 4K to the memory card while tethered to this screen? I ask because when tethered through HDMI if the monitor is 1080, sony cameras will not record in 4K and will only activate when bumped down to 1080.
Hi. I am trying to connect my a7 iv to monitor plus. When I select PC remote function to On, I get the message "cannot select the USB connection mode during USB cable connection with this setting" any ideas? I G searched for that message but couldn't find anything.
Got this because of your mention in a previous video, noticed, playback of still images does not work-no connection message pops up, tried in wireless and with USBC. No luck, any suggestions? (A1+ pixel 6)
Really nice video. According to the app documentation, this now supports a wired connection for most Sony cameras. And Brandon, what's up with the back of your LCD screen? You may want to have that looked at... ;-)
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Thanks Brandon, love your videos and humble style of delivery. SO many youtubers seem to think they are entertainers and need to make it about them. You just put out great content.
FWIW, the free version of the app worked with USB-C connections on my Sony A7 IV (on Android device). But wireless connection did not work until I paid for the Pro version of the app! It's worth it. Just thought I'd mention this in case some of you are hesitant to buy it because wireless didn't work.
Thanks for the great video!
More filmmaking questions? I'll be making a FAQ video soon. Ask me anything: bdn.li/ask-me-anything
Not so filmmaking but specific to this video. What is this puck glued to your a7 screen? Counterweight, magnet?
@@mkondeja Good eye. That’s actually an Apple Air Tag covered by gaff tape.
@@unscriptedstudio And what can it be useful for?
another cool feature of the monitor + app is utilizing power zoom lenses.
Example. I do automotive filmmaking. I attache cameras to cars to record others utilizing suction cups. Some times you might wants to change lenses or the field of view. With the app you can zoom a power zoom lens.
What power zoom lens do you recommend for automotive filming? I'm shooting on an A7SIII.
Sony should just buy this company out and iron out the bugs
Genius idea
The master of gimbals 💯 thanks for the great video 🙌
The delay on the Ninja V gets in the way. However when I've used my smart phone it's always been choppy and drops frames. I am reluctant to try this, even though all of your tips have helped me develop into a full time videographer. I'll give it another go. Thanks for this vid!
Solid app that I have been using with my a7iv. Works 80% of the time over WiFi. Best features are luts and false colors.
How did you make the connection. My a7iv says "cannot select the USB connection mode during usb cable connection with this setting" when trying to select pc remote to On.
Cannot recognise the USB cable. I have tried several of my cables and even just bought an Apple one as recommended
@@RaymondToms sorry, I only use with WiFi as you can only use usb feature with android. Hope this helps!
@@seanlefloch Thanks Sean. I am using an Android, attempting to connect via USB.. :(
Been amazed by this app and honestly I’d say the real best feature is just having a much better, Blackmagic style User Interface, over jumping into Sony’s menus.
The fact you can just access the framerate, switch between XAVC- I, S, and HS, and jump ISOs from 640 straight to 12,800. Way faster than diving into menus to do the same thing or incrementally getting between base ISO’s.
What device are you using with the app?
Quick tip: Set your base rate for lowest ISO to 640 and your highest ISO to 12800. Then when you switch from 640 to 12800 or vice versa, it's just two clicks away.
@@Kevin-ek1rj How exactly?
From 640 ISO go DOWN DOWN to get to 12800 - and Vice Versa from 12800 hit UP UP to go to 640. @@ekphotography
Hi brother!
I have a issue when i connect cable to phone or gimbal the dual record on SD cards does not work anymore..
Do you have a clue?
you have sony a7 s iii?
Great coverage of all the issues a shooter will actually encounter, comparing to other youtube\content creator\ filmmakers. Thanks very helpfull.
Glad you were able to find a decent-ish solution. It's too bad the app is so buggy.
It's 1/3/2025 and STILL has issues!
@@twbrkfd1733 wow
Excellent Video and Excellent Information Brandon. Thank You.
I've been using the app for about 5 months since V1.0 and have never had it crash on the Galaxy S20 Ultra. I did have frequent issues with having to reactivate it in past though where it sends an SMS code (in which case it wouldn't send at all after repeated attempts). The support was great though and they gave me a permenant activation code for when it asks for the code. Highly recommended app!
oh cool! Is image on your phone 1080p?? I imagine the resolution on your phone is 4k
Great video. I like how your wrap Ronin handle with duct tape, I had to do the same thing because of lose rubber on the handle.
Bro use grip tape no glue on hands and no slipping while hands get sweaty 💪🏻
Great video as usual. Good news for iphone users, the app now supports usb c connectivity
Great video ! Can you link your phone mount ?
+1 Same question here
Looks like possibly Ulanzi ST-06S
Cool! Thx for your advice!
Thaaank's !
I have watched all review videos of the sony compact 24mm, 40mm, 50mm G lenses. Time and again I have searched if you have shared your thoughts or reviewed these lenses. Now that I see you are using one of these on your camera, can you please please review and provide your thoughts on these tiny lenses. I love these tiny lenses for their weight.
Oh man, Sony and developers could change the pulling focus game if they worked together on these kind of apps. Thanks for the video!
Please, make a another video controlling / switching between autofocus areas with this app, for example, when having different people in the frame, but you want to stay on one for a while and then change to another one.
If the people are static and not moving around a lot, tap focus on the app should work for that. But it looks a bit robotic, doesn’t have an ease-in or out.
@@BrandonLiUnscripted Good to know that! Better sticking to an AC then.
Many thanks for the awesome video! This is one of the best breakdowns of using Monitor+ and it’s good to know that I can actually have a wired connection versus just wireless. Mahalo! 🤙🏼🥃
Thanks a lot Brandon! You solved the problem I had with the Weebill S and also the setting for b-roll with handle! Thanks again
wow! thank you soooo much! i was searching for something like this! this app will save me a ton of cash and weight!
Cool! Thank you for sharing it. ✌️
Anyone else notice the genius idea of the Apple AirTag tracker on the camera? Nice.
have you had any issues with overheating when in wifi mode?
omg, this is what i was searcheng few weeks D:
THANK YOUUUU
i tried this app with my a6400, but it only works in usb mode, no wifi.. not a big deal, but still its amazing app
We waiting for Istanbul videos. They look amazing on instagram
Why not use the DJI app? Just curious.
Great video !
unfortunately when you try to do a play back it always defaults back to the back of the camera
Yes this is Sony’s fault. I don’t know why their wifi monitoring doesn’t allow playback
Great 👍 video … but what is the accessory that is holding the I phone?
Ive been using this app for my a7iii but there are a lot of limitations. It will not connect to the phone via wifi. If I use the usb c connection the a7iii disables steady shot while recording and there is no tap to AF on the app. The app will work with any OTG/webcam though so i bought a 20 dollar hdmi usb capture card, went from hdmi out on a7iii to capture card, then capture card to usb c on phone. It works great, nearly zero latency, and the resolution is a bit more crisp then just going from usb on camera. I don't have any control of camera settings on the app though. The setup is really not too bulky but its worth it given the limitations of the app when used with an a7iii.
Very interesting! Care to share what capture card you're using?
Great tip about using the focusing scale!
Brandon, what is that bump on the back of the LCD screen of the camera?
Yup I am wondering too
@ Bump! Me too!
nice tuto !
- how can we miss the wifi at 30cm distance ? bluetooth doesn't help i suppose ?
- About RMT :
-good idea to set C1 to AF/MF toggle in photo. I set AF/MF to lens focus hold so, I will change it, like you.
- what do you set to AFON in photo and video modes (a7iv, a7rv) ? in photo i use back button focus afon and for video (turn top wheel to video mode), i set AF/MF toggle on AFON
can you use Raven Eye at the same time?
Great review! Do you know how to change the LUT in the LUT preview?
Tried it - gave it back. 2 main drawbacks - for Photography - it doesnt support zoom for exact Focus, the tap to focus function is extremely buggy and some of the feature combinations work- some don´t it´s kind of confusing. Probably better for the filmers, but for me not bugfree enough.
what adapter use to mount phone?
I have that blogger remote and can’t seem to pair with my FX30 would you have any suggestions? Thank you!
What's the name of the side phone mount?
Hello! Thank you for video. Do you know, is it possible to connect fx3 with monitor + by cable??? I can’t activate the function - PC remote and no function (cnct method)…. >___
How do I connect to the camera with the app via wireless while also keeping the gimbal plugged in
What about accsoon see app? Should also work?
Got a used smallhd focus5 for 200, and its been good to me. Light and the picture quality is wonderful
How many batteries and what size will you use at 4h use ?
@@CarlBertossi i have 2 750's...1 battery usually go around 3.5 hours, I tried the 950 and they last around 5 hours, but it was a little too big for me so, I keep 2 for my monitor, I also have a few 550 for my led lights and those last around 2 hours
The app is great! I haven't had any crashes with it. Another way I use it is with also with a monitor. I use the phone for strictly scopes.
what phone do you use with it?
@@PraiseYeezus samsung galaxy s8
hi, may I know where can I download this app? It's not available on the google store though..
Hello, I wanted to use the Control function via smartphone on my Sony a7siii but it doesn't work; I get a message from: Operation or setting not available with below. sorry, what do I do?
What are you doing in Istanbul Brandon X)
Can you please send me a link to the accessories you have to hold the phone and to connect to the gimbal thanks
any way to use the touch screen of the phone to pull focus ?
Hello, Brandon! What is the contraption/attachment that you're using to attach your phone to your DJI RS3 Mini? A part number or brand and model would be helpful. Thanks!
nice video thanks
This App not working in my Sony a7iii with My Camera ...
App installation successfully .. But not connect Phone with Camera
plz Give me a any solution ?
What about the weebill 2? have u tried it?
small screen but super handy
How does this compare to Accsoon Seemo app connected over USB C to USB C? Is the latency the same? I find that the Monitor+ app lets you hit the trigger button in the app and the file is saved on your device as well as internally on the camera which is great to send clients unprocessed files from your phone, but I haven’t seen it on the Accsoon Seemo the same way. The setup is lighter too with the Monitor+ app as you can connect a single cable or connect wirelessly. I know the Accsoon Seemo outputs 1080p60 to the device though which seems to be a plus.
Accsoon seemo had a bit more latency last time I used it. But they updated firmware, supposed to have less latency now. Seemo has higher resolution image, true 1080p.
Been using an app for quite some time. It’s not the best, but I don’t like to carry additional monitor with me so it does the job. :)
Very interesting tips😉thank you, do you know if there is a way to connect the camera to the phone and to the gimbal at the same time?? With a double usb c adapter perhaps? It’s a pity that If I connect the camera to my iphone, I can’t connect to the gimbal.. I tried to connect to iphone via wifi and to the gimbal via usb c.. but doesn’t work.. any advice?
Bluetooth to gimbal maybe
Any idea if you can get monitor manual on there to use light meter? Also have trouble shooted but won't let me connect with cable on the paid version, any ideas why that may not work please? Thanks 😊
Hi Brandon. Great video - you sold me the idea of a light monitor for my A7iv and gimbal. I am now using Monitor+ with a cable connection. This version 1.3.0 seems fairly stable. Still waiting on Monitor+ to respond, but how do I enable focus pull? Someone else’s video showed pressing the . . . On the bottom right of the screen, which brought up options to be enabled, including focus pull. However, nothing happens when I touch the . . . Thought?
Is there any apps like these for canon cameras ??
Hello! Please help me which monitor to choose so that I can control autofocus when I click on the monitor screen
Great video! :) What's that tape on the back of your sony a7sIII display?
Also, how often do you use a phone with your gimbal for monitoring? Seems like its more of a fit for specific scenarios...
I was going to ask the same thing
My guess is a counterweight to compensate for the focus motor, but then he twists the screen out, so maybe not.
@@henrytheturnip curious
i guess is Apple Airtag?
@@piak423 "Whaever" it is, it sure does not look practical. You can't close that screen inward on the A7SIII with that thing sticking out.
What is the name of the application used on the mobile phone to control the camera?
Yo, that Apple Tag placement is sick. However, I'd hide it under a square thing, so you won't understand that this is a circle with AirTag
Can you apply LUT on the phone?
great review. too bad the app is not for A7iii. By the way, do you always use natural light or you do place artificial lights somewhere. thx
Do you have problems with audio on the file that is saved to the camera? It seems to take the phone audio instead of the mics connected to the camera...
Great video Brandon! Why did you put guffer tape at the back of the Sony's articulating screen??
I think it's an air tag if he forgets it
@@CryptikzChannel "Air tag"?
hello, we met you in Sultanahmet, you shoot a video when it snows, when will you post it on your channel?
Probably another month! It’s a big project and I’m still editing
U dont need a capture card??? I needed one for my sony a7c
Whats the thing on the rear of your LED screen on your a7s3?
I take it there’s no audio level interface?
where can i find this application? A link please!
Hi, what is it mounted on? What is the part called?
It’s just a phone holder
What cell phone mount is that?
whAT TRIPOD OR PHONE HOLDER DO YOU USE TO MOUNT THE PHONE??? DROP A LINK
It won't do playback. Is there something you have to do to allow playback
What's the circular thing taped to the back of your camera's built in screen?
I am using a7c Mark 1 connected with a high quality USB Type C cable to my One Plus 8 Pro Phone and the moment I set the Camera in 4k no matter the framerate I lose the Face/Eye autofocus feature. I see that on your Sony a7s iii you can still use it. Is there something I am missing ? Also another thing that I find weird is the fact that when I monitor the FPS on the App it never goes over 15 FPS.
What's the phone mount/arm you used at 0:22?
Thanks Brandon would the Sony top of the line phone work as well or better than your Vivo? Would an IPhone 13 work?
Thanks for the video, Does anybody know what the average distance is while using this app? Also is it only through the created wifi network or is there a Bluetooth connection option? I cannot see that anywhere. I wish Accsoon would team up with Monitor+ some how or if there was a way to connect my iPad or iPhone to the Accsoon Wifi signal to use this with my transmitter Cine-Eye HE and an iPhone or iPad with the Monitor +. That would be a Win win situation and a dream... Thanks
Can I still connect the A7SIII to the gimbal to have camera control on my gimbal, while using monitor+ wirelessly?
What iphone holder are you using?
Hey Brandon! great info here thank you! Hey does anyone know how to active focus tracking? It works on my camera. but when I tap the screen in the app, it moves my spot and focuses, but doesn't activate the tracking..?
Even though the app cant display 1080, you are saying the camera will still output 4K to the memory card while tethered to this screen?
I ask because when tethered through HDMI if the monitor is 1080, sony cameras will not record in 4K and will only activate when bumped down to 1080.
Hi. I am trying to connect my a7 iv to monitor plus. When I select PC remote function to On, I get the message "cannot select the USB connection mode during USB cable connection with this setting" any ideas? I G searched for that message but couldn't find anything.
Got this because of your mention in a previous video, noticed, playback of still images does not work-no connection message pops up, tried in wireless and with USBC. No luck, any suggestions? (A1+ pixel 6)
I bought the app just for being able to add my luts. It’s convenient when the WiFi signal is good. I use a iPhone so I’m stuck with WiFi
Really nice video. According to the app documentation, this now supports a wired connection for most Sony cameras. And Brandon, what's up with the back of your LCD screen? You may want to have that looked at... ;-)
Hi! Your work is fantastic, I appreciate it. I have a sony a6500 on weebill s, can you work with this app too?
Hi can you use iPhone 13 + Sony Zve10 on this RS for this same purpose as well or will you still need transmitter?
What is a App name for Camera Control
Monitor+ is a networking app. I have seen other reviews of this app but cannot find it in play stop or apple apps in the US
It's not in the play store
Doesn't the DJI RS2 android app have a lot of the same function?
from where i can download
thank you