R6 user here - I've done 2 seasons with it, and had the chance to use a monitor for a commercial shoot, and it's a gamechanger. I'm rigging my camera out for next wedding season for sure, since I experimented with handheld style last year and really liked the freedom it gave me on the day, but found I needed more weight, and a bigger monitor to actually see what I'm shooting.
Well, I got basically this whole kit, but sadly I can't use the remote trigger for video recording on the R6 - it only triggers the camera shutter button - so exchanged it for the wooden side grip - no biggie since I plan to upgrade to the C70 later this year anyway! Have you had any trouble trying to load in your LUTs? I've tried loading in the WIR LUTs on the monitor, and it just won't read them - it will read the Canon Log transform LUTs though - maybe it's because they're not "3D LUTs"? Any Idea on that?
I'm getting closer and closer to selling my canon gear and switching to this camera set up. Would love to see a video on your thoughts/why you switched!
Nice man! I love that setup. I use something similar. I always use one cam on a gimbal and the other with a cage and monitor. The monitor completely changed the game for me. It helps SO much with exposure and being able to use luts as a preview is amazing. Before I didn't really think handheld all day was viable. After watching your films I really loved the organic feel handheld gave to the story. Its super awesome to be able to change it up and experiment to keep it fresh and not get to burnt out creatively. Thanks for all you do man!
@@WaywardNorth im going to binge your videos and have loaded up my Amazon shopping cart with your links LOL My TH-cam channel has morphed into a love for photography and video and I want to quit my day job and run this as a retirement gig to keep my creative juices flowing Thanks again!
Awesome! Looks just like my setup only I’m on the Canon R3 and R6. I love all of my small rig components! The only thing I haven’t tried is the side handle but it’s in my shopping cart.😉
Nice video man as always! Just one thing, you should think about using the smaller model for the screen battery, a friend of mine litteraly teared in two his screen because of the weight of the battery. :) Thanks for the LUT you did, its gonna be my go to lut this year.
@@WaywardNorth does the Manfrotto 500AH have a safety lock preventing your camera from falling off. I know it has the Knob on the right to tighten the plate but is there something else to secure the camera from falling.
Funny I saw your video on the R6 MKII early today and was going that direction. I know the A7IV doesn’t shoot 60fps in 4k it’s dropped but doesn’t it shoot 4k full frame at 30fps and 24fps? The mkII doesn’t have any video restrictions anymore like the R6. Also can you tell me regarding the eye AF and tracking how they compare? Lastly, is the Sony footage easier on the NLE using XAVC SI?
How do you like the crop with shooting 60fps? It’s the only thing stopping me from getting one. Until then I’m holding out for the FX3 but at almost half the cost, is it a nice option?
I actually prefer having a small crop factor in the A7IV. For instance my second shooter uses the 50mm which is about an 85mm while I use the 24-70 on the A7Siii. This helps get those nice tighter angles for additional angles. Ceremony, I use the 24-70 on the A7IV so it turns into a 35-105. So, for me I am using the crop to benefit with what I already have. I am really impressed with this camera so far!
Hey! Im trying to do hybrid shooting and planning to build a rig like this to do video and photo at the same time. So i’ll only use one camera. Do you think it would work to take photos as well? Or the buttons are obstructed because of this cage setup? Ty so much!
Yeah I think this set up would work well. I definitely recommend getting the remote trigger side handle for your video recording and then using the shutter for your photo
@@WaywardNorth oh thats good to hear! Thanks so much! Im a wedding photographer, and now diving into filming and your contents are amazing! Thanks so much! 🙏
@@WaywardNorth hi Waynard! Quick question pls! If without the side handle for the record button. Will the record button and shutter button still accessible for hybrid shooting? Just cause im thinking if i use the side handle, it’ll be difficult for me to shoot using the shutter as the side handle will be on the way?
Have you had issues with the smallrig cage obstructing the record button? I want to get one but I’ve heard complaints that the record button is inaccessible
I think they are a great tool for weddings. I personally choose to keep things a bit more minimal and just go hand-held throughout the day but I do love a good tracking shot down the aisle or bride and groom exit 💪
Totally! That’s why I put a monitor on my rig for viewing. I agree it does get in the way but having that monitor on top helps combat that frustration for sure
Hey, I’m thinking of upgrading my camera to something that can shoot in 4k 60p. But trying to figure out if the monitor I have would work (FW Lut5). Do you still see the footage through your f6 when in 4k 60p??? Thanks!!
Might be a dumb question, but I purchased the Feelworld F6 Plus and am confused as to how this plugs into the a7siii. It came with an HDMI to micro USB cable and then an HDMI to Micro HDMI, but it seems as if the cable needed would be just HDMI to HDMI, am I correct?
@@WaywardNorth Thanks for the quick reply! Also if I could ask one more, with using this monitor are we no longer able to rely on touch to focus that was available on the camera body’s monitor?
Good question! This is an issue that I haven’t run into yet but one that definitely should be talked about considering it was a prominent issue with the R6.
Hey man! I'm working towards this setup. So what battery do I need to power the monitor? I know you said npf, but don't see a specific one. Also don't see it on any listings on websites.
R6 user here - I've done 2 seasons with it, and had the chance to use a monitor for a commercial shoot, and it's a gamechanger. I'm rigging my camera out for next wedding season for sure, since I experimented with handheld style last year and really liked the freedom it gave me on the day, but found I needed more weight, and a bigger monitor to actually see what I'm shooting.
Well, I got basically this whole kit, but sadly I can't use the remote trigger for video recording on the R6 - it only triggers the camera shutter button - so exchanged it for the wooden side grip - no biggie since I plan to upgrade to the C70 later this year anyway! Have you had any trouble trying to load in your LUTs? I've tried loading in the WIR LUTs on the monitor, and it just won't read them - it will read the Canon Log transform LUTs though - maybe it's because they're not "3D LUTs"? Any Idea on that?
I'm getting closer and closer to selling my canon gear and switching to this camera set up. Would love to see a video on your thoughts/why you switched!
Nice man! I love that setup. I use something similar. I always use one cam on a gimbal and the other with a cage and monitor. The monitor completely changed the game for me. It helps SO much with exposure and being able to use luts as a preview is amazing. Before I didn't really think handheld all day was viable. After watching your films I really loved the organic feel handheld gave to the story. Its super awesome to be able to change it up and experiment to keep it fresh and not get to burnt out creatively. Thanks for all you do man!
Thanks so much! Having a monitor is a necessity for me at this point. Hard to believe I lived in a world where I was just using the cameras LCD lol
Love the video and for showing your setup for what you do.
Very useful! This makes me want to get all of the accessories 😅
Awesome bro, excited to see more content from you talking about those 2 cameras. 👍🏼
Thanks so much man! More videos coming soon!
Hey Sport. Im so glad I found you. I'm shooting my first wedding video next month and I'm terrified LOL. I shoot with a7iv also
You got this friend! You're going to crush it!
@@WaywardNorth im going to binge your videos and have loaded up my Amazon shopping cart with your links LOL My TH-cam channel has morphed into a love for photography and video and I want to quit my day job and run this as a retirement gig to keep my creative juices flowing
Thanks again!
Are you sure this cage fits the A7IV? Does the strap holder hole on the A7IV align with the cage own threaded hole to further secure the camera?
Awesome! Looks just like my setup only I’m on the Canon R3 and R6. I love all of my small rig components! The only thing I haven’t tried is the side handle but it’s in my shopping cart.😉
The side handle is my fav!
We have similar setup!
Nice video man as always!
Just one thing, you should think about using the smaller model for the screen battery, a friend of mine litteraly teared in two his screen because of the weight of the battery. :)
Thanks for the LUT you did, its gonna be my go to lut this year.
Good tip! I do have some smaller Sony batteries and LP-E6's that help with the weight. The only downside is run time :(
Love your content!
Nice man! How much of your day are you on a gimbal?
Thanks!
Could you advice which cage would be ideal to my Sony A7SII please???
good info..thanks!
does the Feel World F6 support 4k 60?
do you need a nato rail attachment to fit top handle or can it screw right onto cage
@@joeybailey9628 Top handle just screws on
How long are your typically wedding days? Also what head do you use on the Sirui?
About 8-9 Hours. My favorite fluid head for the Sirui was the Manfrotto MVH500AH - you can find it on amazon here! amzn.to/3A0IGDP
@@WaywardNorth does the Manfrotto 500AH have a safety lock preventing your camera from falling off. I know it has the Knob on the right to tighten the plate but is there something else to secure the camera from falling.
Funny I saw your video on the R6 MKII early today and was going that direction. I know the A7IV doesn’t shoot 60fps in 4k it’s dropped but doesn’t it shoot 4k full frame at 30fps and 24fps? The mkII doesn’t have any video restrictions anymore like the R6.
Also can you tell me regarding the eye AF and tracking how they compare?
Lastly, is the Sony footage easier on the NLE using XAVC SI?
How do you like the crop with shooting 60fps? It’s the only thing stopping me from getting one. Until then I’m holding out for the FX3 but at almost half the cost, is it a nice option?
I actually prefer having a small crop factor in the A7IV. For instance my second shooter uses the 50mm which is about an 85mm while I use the 24-70 on the A7Siii. This helps get those nice tighter angles for additional angles. Ceremony, I use the 24-70 on the A7IV so it turns into a 35-105. So, for me I am using the crop to benefit with what I already have. I am really impressed with this camera so far!
@@WaywardNorth Awesome! Thank you for the reply. Do you have any issues with overheating?
Hey! Im trying to do hybrid shooting and planning to build a rig like this to do video and photo at the same time. So i’ll only use one camera. Do you think it would work to take photos as well? Or the buttons are obstructed because of this cage setup?
Ty so much!
Yeah I think this set up would work well. I definitely recommend getting the remote trigger side handle for your video recording and then using the shutter for your photo
@@WaywardNorth oh thats good to hear! Thanks so much! Im a wedding photographer, and now diving into filming and your contents are amazing! Thanks so much! 🙏
@@WaywardNorth hi Waynard! Quick question pls!
If without the side handle for the record button. Will the record button and shutter button still accessible for hybrid shooting? Just cause im thinking if i use the side handle, it’ll be difficult for me to shoot using the shutter as the side handle will be on the way?
Have you had issues with the smallrig cage obstructing the record button? I want to get one but I’ve heard complaints that the record button is inaccessible
Yes but that is why I bought the Side Grip with the Remote Trigger (amzn.to/417Fpy0) makes it so much easier!
What are your thoughts about gimbals?
I think they are a great tool for weddings. I personally choose to keep things a bit more minimal and just go hand-held throughout the day but I do love a good tracking shot down the aisle or bride and groom exit 💪
Great video! Can I use that monitor for recording in 4k60 10bit?
Yeah I use the FeelWorld with my Sony A7Siii. It can’t record, it’s just for monitoring. But it will output the image just fine
Thank you for the feedback!@@WaywardNorth
Thanks! I use a wooden left side handle on my a73 but the handle gets in the way of the flip screen on the a74. I hate flip screens 😢
Totally! That’s why I put a monitor on my rig for viewing. I agree it does get in the way but having that monitor on top helps combat that frustration for sure
Hey, I’m thinking of upgrading my camera to something that can shoot in 4k 60p. But trying to figure out if the monitor I have would work (FW Lut5). Do you still see the footage through your f6 when in 4k 60p???
Thanks!!
Might be a dumb question, but I purchased the Feelworld F6 Plus and am confused as to how this plugs into the a7siii. It came with an HDMI to micro USB cable and then an HDMI to Micro HDMI, but it seems as if the cable needed would be just HDMI to HDMI, am I correct?
Not at all! For the feelworld it is HDMI to HDMI!
@@WaywardNorth Thanks for the quick reply! Also if I could ask one more, with using this monitor are we no longer able to rely on touch to focus that was available on the camera body’s monitor?
Hey considering you do weddings doesn't the overheating issue worry you?
Good question! This is an issue that I haven’t run into yet but one that definitely should be talked about considering it was a prominent issue with the R6.
Can you put the wooden side handle on the right side instead of the left?
Yeah you can, you just have to unscrew the screws in the handle and flip the orientation.
@@WaywardNorth Will it block the slot for the SD cards? I’m using the A7IV
Hey man! I'm working towards this setup. So what battery do I need to power the monitor? I know you said npf, but don't see a specific one. Also don't see it on any listings on websites.
Hey! You can use the Sony NP-F975, F-330, 550, 570 or Canon LP E6 batteries
Thanks man! I've got this all in my cart now ready to hit purchase for 4 weddings in the next two weeks!