That Cineback is brilliant. I honestly don’t need it, but still really want one. Caleb is making rad stuff and I love it.

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

It’s honestly so so great. I didn’t think I needed it either but it’s kinda changed how I film since I did pick one up and now I don’t think I can go back

@tek_soup

5 ай бұрын

smallrig 4063 B is really nice, i got it.

@PeterVanKeer

4 ай бұрын

Any idea when they're back in stock? Looks sold out for a while already!

@robbie154

4 ай бұрын

@@PeterVanKeerhe does really small drops (like 50 units). So next I think is in March. Should say on the site.

This is super clean and the best rig out I've seen for the FX3/FX30

I've watched many camera rigging videos buts as of today, April 29th, 2024 your videos is the MOST THOROUGH. Your list helps me tremendously especially when you demonstrate in details how to use each of them. Of course, I won't use all of your recommendations but most of them. My favorite is Cineback. I've never seen anything like that before. Thank you very much.

Lovley!! Great job, was pleasure and joy to watch!

One thing I just got for my rig is a smallrig foldable qaudraped support stand for the bottom of it. It sits balanced and very sturdy with the 11.4lbs of camera on top of it. I would highly recommend it.

That is a super aesthetic rig ❤

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

Very pleased with it

Mannnn I can’t wait to get the cine back, great video

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

It’s honestly like getting a whole new camera

awesome video love seeing the cineback in use we need a Panasonic version

Thank you for the video.

Awesome rig. Going with these suggestions for batum.

I p/u my FX3 a few days ago and this video is right on time! I really hope there’ll be an XLR update to this cause it’s already 🔥 Thanks Bro 👍🏽

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

I figured out a solution to the audio setup! Dropping an update video on Sunday

@EuroAutoEnthusiast

5 ай бұрын

@@kylemeshna OK Awesome! I look forward to watching it…thanks 🙏🏽

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

Here's the link to that new video! kzread.info/dash/bejne/h6Ght8udYra_Zrw.html

@EuroAutoEnthusiast

5 ай бұрын

@@kylemeshna Thanks!

Really nice, but for me, not using the FX3 XLR top handle is a no-go. As a documentary shooter, sound is of uttermost importance. I use an AVX system, directly connected to the XLR ports + a shotgun connected to the mini jack. I admit that the original FX3 top handle is not the best but once you upgrade it with the SMALLRIG MD3490 XLR Extensión Rig and the SmallRig MD3990 Top Plate it changes everything. On the MD3990 top plate, I add a 2172 Mini Quick Release NATO Rail + a SmallRig 2905B Monitor Mount to attach my 5" portkeys BM5 III monitor connected using the 2957B Smallrig Ultra-Slim 4K HDMI Cable. Instead of the Cineback, I just use the (relatively new) Small Rig 4064B Compact V-Mount Battery Mounting System that directly attaches on the NATO rail of the TILTA Full Camera Cage (also works with Smallrig cage). It's an L-shaped design, compact, 230gr, tool-less mounting system for V-mount battery that doesnt require any rods. Compared to the Cineback, it doesnt have so many D-tap and doesn't have power switch to avoid drain when the camera is not in use... but for me this is not a dealbreaker and doesn't outweigh the fact of being able to use the FX3 XLr handle. The FX3 flip screen can also be safely tucked away on the side of the V-lock and serve as a control screen, just like on the Cineback. I also use the VB99 batteries which are awesome and power the camera via USB-C. I dont use a dummy battery because I like the battery to remain closed and in case my V-mount battery runs out of power, the camera doesn't turn off as the internal battery takes over and I have plenty of time to hot swap a fully charged V-mount battery. My Portkeys monitor connects to the 8V output of the V-lock. I get between 4 and 5 hours of runtime with a fully charged VB99 battery. I also use the SmallRig 3847 Side Handle, that can rotate and as a NATO quick release system to attach on the left side of the cage. That offers a really stable way to hold camera. And that's my alternative to the CINEBACK but I certainly look forward to see if there is a version in the future that will allow to use the FX3/FX30 XLR top handle. Congrats for your video.

@maicovimuto6341

3 ай бұрын

Same here, Caled did make an extension unit though that goes on top of cineback. Basically giving you an 'FX6 Style' top handle with audio.

@tnullmeyer

2 ай бұрын

Check out Battle Tested Film Gear, who made one super cool that is compatible with the handle

$1200 to fix my A1 with a full motherboard replacement later, SONY IS NOT KIDDING with their battery warnings. I used the same dummy battery in the FX3 and A1, and never had an issue with the FX3 (perhaps we have the fan to thank??) but I 10/10 recommend to anyone looking for a Dtap-Sony power solution, just invest in the KondorBlue 65W Power Delivery Dtap-USB-c cables. I’ve loved them, and had no issues. Also convenient to power laptop/ipad on the go with a Vmount. Again, never had a problem with FX3, and obviously not an option if you NEED the usb-c for another in/output option, but I think one of these cables will 100% pay for itself in not needing to fix a Sony camera’s overcooked internals.

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

dang... definitely don't like hearing that horror story!

@ErikLysak

13 күн бұрын

My Canon R5 also got its motherboard/sensor cooked from using the Tilta dummy battery so do be careful with dummy batteries, I personally will not be using them ever because of my experiences. It also fried something in my 80d which makes it freeze and shut off at times. My R5 had coverage so CarePak for the win! Got it replaced for free, got to love canons extended warranty!

Love my cineback!

Thank you for introducing me to the Cineback! It's made a BIG difference in our A7 and FX3 setup. I use the Hollyland monitor as well and you mention in the video buying a second one to transmit to as a director / client view of the shoot. Did you know that you can transmit to up to 4 mobile devices that have the Hollyland app installed? No need to spend on another Hollyland!

we love the cineback

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for scratching my Cineback

Excellent review/overview of the Cineback. 👍🏾 The one thing I changed in my setup was the D-tap to dummy battery connection. I went with D-tap to USB-C PD. This way I am able to have a battery in the camera and have extended power or if I need to break the rig down, I'll already have a charged battery. Also the D-tap splitter's orientation causes me to have to route the cable against itself instead of going directly behind the 3d printed part. Other than that the rig is solid and does improve the stability of the footage! Great video! Keep up the great work! 👍🏾

@kamoshikaproductions343

5 ай бұрын

I'm also considering going down the D-tap to USB-C PD route. Can I ask which cable did you buy? For some reason it's very difficult to find reliable D-tap to USB-C PD cables online (other than the Kondor Blue, which costs a lot to ship to where I live). I have seen some horror stories people bricking their cameras with D-tap cables ,although it's usually the dummy battery set-up.

@PurposedLensPhotoMedia

5 ай бұрын

@@kamoshikaproductions343 I went with the Kondor blue cable. I got it for $31.00 at a local camera shop. There is another route you can go as well IF you go with the Small Rig V-mount battery. You can go directly from the Small Rig battery to your camera. The battery has built in circuit protection and a screen on the back that shows all your charging info. I will say that the issue with using the Kondor Blue (D-tap to USC-C PD) cable is that there's a small plastic part in the middle of the cable that takes some work to get it tucked in behind the 3D printed part of the Cineback. The other issue is that the D-tap connections are oriented in such a way that really puts stress on the short Kondor Blue D-Tap to USB-C cable. I am waiting to see if I will be able to flip the D-tap splitter board over. I hope this helps.

@kamoshikaproductions343

5 ай бұрын

​@@PurposedLensPhotoMedia Thanks a lot for taking the time to comment. I wasn't aware of the downsides of the Kondor Blue cable and the possibility of powering straight through a SmallRig battery. And yeah, I'm sure there will be new upgraded additions to the Cineback so hopefully Caleb will flip the ports over.

if this box had a sdi out that would be amazing! :D

Great .. thanks kyle . You gonna make me some more money on my FX3 lol

Great informative video. Cineback is great to use if you don't use LWS standards. I'd prefer usb-c power via vb99 than a record button. Also you can keep recording if vb99 is out of juice.

@conner_productions

5 ай бұрын

I got the cineback and did usb c to d tap. I like having the interal battery in there so like you said if the v mount loses power or even if I accidentally hit that power switch my camera will stay on.

I will make a purchase soon on the FX3. Wanted to ask what do you think if I pair it with a ZEISS CP.3 50mm T2.1 Compact Prime Lens (Sony E Mount, Feet) . BTW great vid. Thank yh for the information of the cage, which I will also purchase

Love the setup. Would it be easier to connect the V battery to the USB C for charging instead of the dummy battery?

@kylemeshna

Ай бұрын

Yep that’ll work as well. It just gets in the way of the fx3 screen, but otherwise probably safer haha

Now they are working on a rig to use the xlr top handle. I definitely gonna buy.

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

Yeah should be ready shortly!

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

I figured out a solid audio solution! Just put out a new video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/h6Ght8udYra_Zrw.html

how would you go about adding an XLR mic?

Rigid Pro have made a FX3 handle version....im still working out a few flaws in the use of the 8Sinn Cage which is pretty much awful. They said it was the best cage for the handle version but it leave so much to be desired. I should be finalizing the build to shoot a Military Action short film on Feb 3, I might try to talk about his a bit on my personal youtube channel or facebook. I like the 3D print a bit better than cineback and a nice voltage meter on the side as well.

Do you mind sharing the wrench that you used as well? lol

I’m looking at this setup… but I think I’ll nix the Anton Base Battery in favor of the usual V-Mount… because I use a matte-box with barn doors so I can cut stray light in my studio/stage… AND use filters!

Hey Kyle great information here. I’m making the (costly) investment in the FX3 with lenses and using your links as a template for fitting it out. Question for you. I’ll be using this for some travel video, so I’ll be moving around and filming quite a bit. Is there a bag you recommend that will fit this build out for the most part without having to deconstruct it every time?

just finished watching this vid and it lead to me watch a few more especially the one with the zoom f3. call it right timing or what not I found that this video came in time when I just finished a shoot with to camera rigs that were all rail based and it was annoying how small rig offers so much but nothing in an eco system that works just right like the cine back. I feel like we will always dream to have our s3 fx3 seniors to get closer to a true cine rig and there are so many things we just need to cover to get there. anyways I love the humble approach to your videos how you lay out clear your intent and idea and why content like this is much needed I. the space. I stop watching film making content around camera stuff because it's getting out of hand. however your stuff has been a breath of fresh air.

@kylemeshna

4 ай бұрын

Very much appreciate the kind words! That’s always the goal

Love the rig. I am waiting for the A7IV version, but I might just buy Smallrig's compact adjustable v-mount plate that includes an arca swiss plate. Combined with a v-mount battery with USB-C and DC out that's already enough for my camera and monitor. On the camera itself, I have a cage, side handle and top handle. The only thing I'll have to figure out is cable routing.

@frankfeng2701

5 ай бұрын

Your solution is similar to mine, more versatile too.

@tek_soup

5 ай бұрын

smallrig 4063 B

@MiroSays

5 ай бұрын

That's a good one, but I am using the smaller Smallrig 4064. So the same thing, but without the rods or breast padding since I have the rig on a tripod most of the time.

@tek_soup

5 ай бұрын

yeh i found it around the same time as the cineback video, that is allways sold out, i owned most of those parts allready. i might 3d print my own version, that you could use the sony handle and other stuff.@@MiroSays

every time i hear "best cinema camera" in a camera that doesnt have internal nd, timecode, zebras & all of those things & is just a more dynamic a7siii i lose 30 minutes off my life. :/ that being said. this build is SICK. and the cineback is GENIUS. and i hope the next instalment of the fx3 actually matches its price point bc u sony folks deserve better than what u settle for:3.

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

Fair criticism. I think filter systems are good enough to solve the ND issue and having IBIS instead is a good trade off that a lot of people might prefer. Almost every monitor has zebras. They also added time code to the FX3… albeit more cumbersome than it should be. Agreed on price point. Wish there was an option without the XLR handle since that sells for $600 on its own…

@dfc9944

4 ай бұрын

How many movies have been shot using a camera with internal NDs

@mejiavince

4 ай бұрын

@@dfc9944 no easy way to no exactly, but any movies shot on the fx9, Venice, and arri Alexa, Amira or or SXT and many more since most “professional cinema cameras” from the past decade or two have a built in ND of some sort. My fx6 has one and it’s amazing to not have to carry an ND. I might have to sell it and get an fx3 which would be a huge bummer despite the fx3 still being a great camera. But once you go built in ND, hard to go back. My x100v has a built in ND and it’s such a convenient time saver, flick a button and boom ND, it’s brilliant.

@liceafilms

4 ай бұрын

⁠@@dfc9944how many movies have been shot using an fx3? Use whatever makes you more comfortable lol

@carolinawest7001

4 ай бұрын

What camera do you have?

Whens this going to be back in stock?

Would you suggest d tap to usb c?

anyone tally how much overall it would be for the full rig? besides the camera? wandering how i can finance this haha

Hello. Unfortunately, the Cineback is sold out, is there an alternative?

I like the idea of the Cineback, the only issue is if anything happens to it's D-tap splitter you have to purchase an entirely new one

@Videoshane

5 ай бұрын

for sure.. i think one with 2 dtaps and a digital fuse would be awesome

What's the cost of it all fully rigged out and with the lens and body?

So basically its the rig vs software updates? How is anyone supposed to choose? Is there a work around??

I need the tool that you were using to screw in the components lol

Really cool, Kyle! I was wondering: can you use a USB cable from the FX3 directly to the V Mount Battery so that you don't have to use a dummy battery?

@kylemeshna

3 ай бұрын

Yes you can. Either USBc to USBc or DTap to USBc will work. You just have to turn on both the Cineback and the camera separately, since turning off the cineback will only disable to charging to the in-camera battery. Minor convenience though and certainly much safer for the camera

@diegosantamariafilms3582

3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, this helps a lot

What about the audio handle? A very necessary item.

what are some alternatives for powering the camera if you are already on the latest firmware? Also what do you use to charge the vmount battery?

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

The v Mount charges via USBC. And Kondor blue has a dtap to USBC cable that you can use as well that won’t cause the warning.

Damn i just bought the small rig baseplate and v mount attachments 😧

The cineback is amazing and I love it. I think it's a great platform for the fx3/30 and makes that camera feasible for the work I do. I would say that while it is fantastic it does not rival the fx6. In a cinema camera two of the biggest things I'm looking for are internal ND and easily accessible buttons for my 1st. There are workarounds but unfortunately this rig doesn't solve those two aspects. I still love the rig and use it often but the button access leaves a lot to be desired.

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

I think that’s a fair criticism. Internal ND would be fantastic, but at least you trade that for the ibis

@conner_productions

5 ай бұрын

I mean a matte box (even a clamp on like the tilta mirage) easily solves the internal ND issue, and now you also have variable ND with IBIS. The buttons I can understand, but I feel like once you know your way around the fx3/30 it's pretty easy to get to things quickly. But to each their own of course!

@johrman04

5 ай бұрын

@@kylemeshna Thats so true, I love this set up with a mattebox and a vnd, especially for handheld/run and gun and a big part of that is the ibis

@DavidMickelFoster

5 ай бұрын

Your content is extremely unprofessional. Why should we listen to your opinion?

Perfect camera❤💫👍👍👍awesome

What does it end up weighing?

One thing I don't like, and it is not that I am a finniky person, is the color of the cables. To make it more neat and less conspicuous, black cables instead of the odd light blue color cables, should've been the norm to make it look even more solid. And I know it is the fault of Condor Blue which, by the way, makes fantastic cables which I own myself.

@kylemeshna

3 ай бұрын

They do have black ones as well. They just didn’t have black versions of every cable I needed, so opted for consistency with the blue

Hey Kyle... Does the monitor still allow the touch auto focus to work ? From the monitor screen itself?

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

Touch focus needs to be done on the fx3’s screen. But the Portkeys I linked in the description does have a wireless control function that allows you to do touch focus on the monitor directly

I created a somewhat similar rig with the SmallRig V Mount battery plate and a rotating Tilta top handle- all on a Tilta cage... I use the USB-C connection to power my FX30 - so no dummy battery needed for me. Does this Cineback work with the Title cage - if so I might give it a try - just not worth having to purchase an entire new cage system at this time for me??

@Andomidds

2 ай бұрын

Yeah it does. In Calebs original video when he is releasing the cine back, he specifically states you must get the small tilta cage in order for it to fit into the cineback

Maybe now the new firmware solved the problem with the warning text?

This looks sweet! I'm curious why you didn't just plug in the v-mount battery directly to the FX3 via USBC and have a Sony battery in the FX3. It seems like that would be better than what you're doing there with that dummy battery.

@VeganLinked

5 ай бұрын

I plug my the amount directly into my FX30 and keep a battery in and about a cable from BH that make sure it's the right amount of power.

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

Yeah main reason was it was an extra switch to power the camera this way. Which is just pure laziness. I have the dtap to USBc as well and sometimes will rig it that way, but it’s hard to manage that cable with the big block on it

Is there an external hard drive that you recommend? Or are SD cards the only way? New to all this. When I've searched on youtube for recommendations I can't find a good video

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

I always record to SD cards. Plenty of good fast cheap ones. I use Lexar and Kingston

What about adding the focus pro lidar?

@kylemeshna

4 күн бұрын

Would be great yes! It wasn’t released when I built this one out though

@ego1356

4 күн бұрын

@@kylemeshna I was thinking that if we were able to have the native hotshoe on the Sony Fx3/30, we’d be able to have the Lidar be Low and close to the sensor while letting the monitor and top handle be hooked to the Cineback for the same stability prior. Hopefully he’s been working on having the Focus Pro Lidar factored into a modded design!!

Very interesting… I’m purchasing the FX3 in the next couple of weeks and I plan to rig it up as my primary camera (relegating my fully rigged Kondor Blue Sony A1 as my 2nd video and stills camera) Missed why you chose the Smallrig over Kondor Blue cage… I assume that “cheese grater” box only works with the Smallrig? ONE big problem… I originally planned to rig the FX3 for a RS3 to gimbal camera movement and pop it off - and onto my tripod for stable shots - as ALL my work is in-studio (shooting Theatrical productions) This rig seems a little more run-and-gun and outdoorsy?

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

Correct, the Cineback is designed to work with the SmallRig cage -- It doesn't quite fit with the KondorBlue cage

@georgerady9706

5 ай бұрын

Do only element missing for me are rods out from that I use to mount a Matte box with barn doors… shooting in studio mean a lot of stray light hitting the lens… can’t touch the existing lighting design… so I need to setup shots so nothing hits the front (unintended) And I also use the Matte box to soften the digital image with 4x4s… But I’m switching to 82mm filters with step-downs for all my GM lenses… much cheaper and actually easier to swap!

Will this work for a7siii with cage?

@kylemeshna

3 ай бұрын

Unfortunately it will not. Check out this battery plate though. It’s the best option I’ve found for the a7siii amzn.to/3wOZpul

There's a ton that could go wrong using a dummy battery. I'd highly recommend using a PD UBC Cable to D-Tap to charge the internal battery using the USBC port on the FX3. The whole open battery door situation is a disaster waiting to happen too. If for whatever reason, your V-Mount battery fails or gets accidentally switched off, your FX3 goes with it and that's a big no-no, especially if you're recording. This one works perfectly from Amazon, "Alvin's Cables USB-C Type-C PD to D-tap Power Cable" even though it doesn't have a slick blue Kondor Blue branding lol I'd rather sacrifice a little style for a working FX3.

@kylemeshna

3 ай бұрын

Yea Kondor blue makes a USBC to dtap as well!

whats the build cost?

Very slick, unfortunately we lose the top handle with the XLR audio. :$. I will hold off for the next iteration hoping to keep my XLR handle.

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

I figured out a better solution than the top handle! Dropping a new video tomorrow

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

Just put out that video with the new audio solution: kzread.info/dash/bejne/h6Ght8udYra_Zrw.html

The timing of seeing this video 😂

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

The algorithm overlords know all

What cables do you use?

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

They’re linked in the description 😊

How would you connect the external shotgun microphone on the rig?

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

Putting out a follow up video on this tomorrow

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

Here's the new audio solution for a shotgun mic! kzread.info/dash/bejne/h6Ght8udYra_Zrw.html

Do you have a variation of this rig that fits on a gimbal?

@kylemeshna

4 ай бұрын

If you’re on a gimbal, I don’t think you are gonna want to have many of these things on the camera. I’d strip down the camera to only the FX3 and then rig your monitor to the gimbal itself

I Just bought a FX3 and I thought I was sold on the M1 enhanced but I'm so torn between the M1 and the LH7P / 5P ii for the Sony integration. Was it just the confusing interface on the portkeys that made you choose the M1? This is the last piece I need to finish up my build, any insight on the core reasons you chose this is appreciated!

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

UI was definitely a huge consideration. The LH7P was also a bit large for my liking and I really liked the Sony integration, but then it got disconnected somehow and I haven't been able to get it re-configured to connect again

@evergold9054

5 ай бұрын

@@kylemeshna that would be almost the entire reason I got the port keys and if it’s unreliable it defeats the purpose. I’ll go with my gut and stay with the m1. Thanks for the help!

This would be perfect if we could somehow detach the cage from the rig fast to put it on a gimbal if needed!

@kylemeshna

4 ай бұрын

A quick release would be awesome for sure. It’s only 3 screws to remove it, but then you would need to put the ronin plate on, so not the most nimble

Imo the small rig the v mount battery plate that is adjustable is more versatile

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

I do like that one (it’s linked in the description), but it still leaves you with a huge mess of cables and mounting is way limited

@felipeandjess

5 ай бұрын

@@kylemeshna you could add a cheese plate in front of the v mount for additional top mounting, also mondo ties by kondor blue, if you need to flip or close screen with this one it’s more time consuming to break down

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

@felipeandjess there’s a slot for the screen with this so it’s all sorted

I find it a bit funny you advise against updating to the latest firmware in order to avoid a battery warning. A bit counter productive.

No auto ND’s. Once you pan and tilt you’ll have issues. Get good and scrolling aperture or twisting screw on nds

Being an F55 user I would not rig this into a “Cinema cam” it would make a good B cam for tight shots though.

9:11 Dummy camera battery no go. Always prefer type-c for safety and redundancy.

I have a Ninja V, How I Power this monitor?

@kylemeshna

26 күн бұрын

Dummy NPF battery. Pretty sure it comes with it

A hybrid camera with extra add ons to make it bigger does not change the original camera

I would change the orientation of your dtaps. that hard bend probably won't be good for your cables long term

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

They can’t really go any other way due to the orientation of the ports

@colemowery

5 ай бұрын

You can unscrew them and flip their orientation.

@PurposedLensPhotoMedia

5 ай бұрын

Quick qeustion... have you successfully done this with your rig? I haven't yet take it apart to see if this is even possible.

@DEKEHOUSE

5 ай бұрын

@@kylemeshna You can order custom DTap cables from Alvin's cables for fairly cheap. I had them flip the orientation of my DTap so that the cable comes out of the Positive side rather than the Negative side of the connector. I think I paid $19 per cable, and you can customize the length, specify coiled vs non-coiled, etc. It's a huge convenience and I'd highly recommend checking it out.

@colemowery

5 ай бұрын

Yes, I have. I will let you know that the kondor blue are a little tighter than other brands.

Everything is better than FX6, especially every other camera brand :)

Looks like a potentially neat solution. But.... I'm not a fan of having the power delivered only via a dummy battery as there is a risk of file corruption if unpowered accidently or you need to swap out a V-mount cell. Also to overcome the 'Sony battery nag' I personally favour using an OEM Sony battery with additional power being topped up from a V-mount via the USB-C port. I also have difficulty ignoring the risk (possibly overstated) of 'bricking' a Sony body by using a dummy battery if/when things go wrong on voltage delivery and the dummy cell gets 'overvolted' possibly as a result of the voltage conversion circuit (between V-mount and FX3) developing a fault. On audio it does seem a pity to bypass one of the main benefits of having an FX3 (HQ audio via powered XLR into a digital interface). OK not really a problem with one of several workarounds eg using a time code cable on FX3 with something like several Deity TC-1 units synced together and a separate TC jammed field recorder. Or more simply just having something plugged into the 3.5mm audio jack. One advantage of an FX3 vs FX6 (there are many downsides like no inbuilt ND) is the ability to work in a more minimalist fashion - small, light, quick, inconspicuously and/or gimbal friendly. For that, there is merit in being able to quickly reconfigure the rig into say just a basic body with small prime lens. The inbuilt battery is needed for this - another reason I would shun the dummy battery suggestion. Notwithstanding my slight reservations there is much to like and it's good to have options. I feel a 'cineback' solution will really come into it's own if a way can be found to still utilise the Sony XLR audio handle. SmallRig already have a few parts to enhance this handle (extension to rear for better ergo and plate for top (better protection of plastic parts and option to add other components).

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

Just put out a new video on a workaround for audio instead of the XLR handle. And yeah you can use the DTap to USBc cable instead of a dummy battery if you’re worried about the dummy battery issue

checked the cost and for all the rig without a lens its about $5000 aud

Did anyone calculate the cost of the entire rig?

@kylemeshna

29 күн бұрын

It's definitely on the pricier side. I just did a new video today that is a much cheaper option kzread.info/dash/bejne/aYKWk7mFgt21oKw.html

Didn't you say without tools?, first I see is screwing :) But great video, thanks!

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

Once you screw everything in, you don't need tools to break it down into each of it's core components, since it's all connected with Nato Rails

Hey man, I think that if you were to add music it would help your viewership and help the viewer feel more comfortable.

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

And then when I add music someone in the comments gets salty about the music choice 🫠

@cadoganmedia

5 ай бұрын

Hahah you can’t please everyone! I think the people wanting music far outweigh the ones who don’t. Maybe split the difference, like music but it’s very chill and very low? All good either way lol

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Its super frustraiting about the Cineback not being available, even if they made a way to 3D print it for a fee.. I've been waiting for months

@kylemeshna

4 күн бұрын

It’s been available multiple times over the last few months. Are you not on the email list?

@hemlockmediacompany9927

3 күн бұрын

@@kylemeshna I am, I didn’t see an email unless it went to my spam folder, it’s all good it’s not your fault I know it’s Caleb’s thing

The real question is- what is that awesome tool?!

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

EDC Multitool! It's honestly amazing! Here's the link: geni.us/edc-tool

No HDMI lock makes me hella nervous.

This fx30 rig is just like a Rolls Royce but in reality it’s a Chrysler 300. Fx3 look alike

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

Lmao

Does it have auto nd? So how is it better than the FX6? The point of the FX3 is it's portability and size. Rigging it like this is like buying a mini cooper and then rigging it out to be a pickup truck. Ridiculous and waste of money.

I've get 6, and 3. FX6 Absolutely Better than FX3 for all.

💀 links to Adorama

@kylemeshna

4 ай бұрын

What about it?

Sadly is sold out everywhere

@marcr4349

5 ай бұрын

there's another brand of them if you know where to look

@johnnyrazgrad5025

5 ай бұрын

@@marcr4349 can u give me a link or something please

The XLR handle is sooo overrated, IMO. There's a ton of unnecessary noise that comes along with it. I'd rather find a way to mount a Zoom F3 and run that to a shotgun rather than using the flimsy plastic XLR handle that comes with the FX3.

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

Hmm I like this idea… might try to come up with something!

Does it have integrated NDs like the FX6 ? nope... Does it have XLR ? well it had before you "upgraded it...". Sorry, but nope it does not rival the FX6 just because of this. For my work i actually have FX6 and A7S3, and they complement perfectly. FX6 for tripod/slider/handhel/shoulder, and A7S3 for gimbal/special rigs/POV/timelapses, etc. I don't understand why you would try to make the FX3 be like the FX6, but less good... get the FX6 : done ! and keep the FX3 to complement it ! :) (of course this is subjective, dont be mad :) )

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

Got a video coming Sunday to solve the XLR issue

I made my own version of that overpriced "cineback" for a fraction of the price.

The cinebacks are sold out❗️❗️❗️ 🤬🤬🤬🤬

"heavy cinema hand held look - hard to replicate" - how? Do people actually watch something and say "oh thats a cinema hand held look and the other shot is a regular camera hand held" not trying to be a jerk but there is no such thing. hand held is hand held.

@kylemeshna

3 ай бұрын

Hold your iPhone hand held. Then go hold your mirrorless hand held. There’s a clear difference

@Louie-ty6bh

3 ай бұрын

@@kylemeshna why would you compare an iphone with a regular camera when your video isnt about rigging an iphone?

@kylemeshna

3 ай бұрын

@Louie-ty6bh this I’m making an analogy to help you understand the comparison

@Louie-ty6bh

3 ай бұрын

your analogy and comparison doesn't even make sense. your video clearly talks about rigging a mirrorless camera to emulate a cinema camera. where and when did the iphone come in? I'm not trying to be a jerk but what I'm saying is no one will EVER know if a handheld shot was from a "real cinema heavy camera" or a mirrorless camera that's not rigged at all. You made a crazy statement and it needed to be called out. @@kylemeshna

Колхоз. Комбайн. Зациганил.

There is a alternative cineback design by a different company who adapts the xlr seamlessly into the cineback

@kylemeshna

5 ай бұрын

Indeed there is. They've reached out to me, but I'm a bit skeptical that they miraculously came up with the same idea and are trying to pass it off as their own. But will likely try to test it and see whats up

@Paddytfilm

5 ай бұрын

What's the name of the company?

@gwm-btdbattlesagar.ioandmo9988

5 ай бұрын

@@Paddytfilm rigit pro something like that