You're always friendly, helpful, and informative Duade! KZread success couldn't happen to a nicer guy. Best of luck to you!

Thanks for sharing this Duade! Great video!

Thanks for the information. I don’t plan on using a monitor anytime soon, but it is interesting to see how to add one and use it. Always appreciate you sharing your knowledge and experience.

Another great video. Very informative. Thanks Duade

Great video. Duade, thanks for doing this video explaining the pros and cons of field monitors and your choice specifically.

Thanks for mentioning the 3 point contact when using the EVF instead of the monitor or the LCD screen for that matter. It really helps to stabilize the camera.

Super! Beautifully presented. Thanks!

Great video as always :) I use my monitor mostly for macro, it helps to set focus on small things in difficult places.

Great video! Thanks for the in-the-field insight.

8:42min best photo i ever saw from any wildlife channel. jesus the light!!! 😮😵✨✨✨

Thanks Duade for the video. Beautiful shots of the Robin 😊 they’re not as stunning here in the UK but they still make a great image. I have been using the Atomos Shinobi monitor for a year or so on occasions on my R5 and R6 Mk2 which is great and just like your Ninja without the hard drive. Picked one up last year for £299. I use the big Anton Bauer battery on mine with the Manfrotto mini ball head. I used it the other day on a tripod to get some flight shots of birds coming onto the feeders. Gives more chance of catching the shot due to the peripheral vision you get as you say. Cheers 😊

Timely as always. Thanks. I’ve been seriously looking into getting a monitor. My original thoughts were to use it solely as a video monitor. Your discussion here just opened other doors to creativity in me. Cheers. P.S. mind the back. I too sometimes struggle with similar challenges. Wear and tear of life I guess.

Great video and great photography! Thank you 🙏🏼

Very useful video Duade, thanks a lot!

Outstanding and informative video. Thanks

Great timing Duade, I’ve started looking into a monitor. I’ve been getting down and dirty on the local pond and these cold mornings are giving my neck grief! I’ll probably go with just a basic screen for now, I don’t have a need to record the screen. Nobody needs to see all my mistakes!!

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

Good luck Phil, they can come in useful that is for sure, I can relate re the sore neck. Cheers, Duade

@plantman6245

2 ай бұрын

Yes just note basic non record models are not bright enough outdoor use…

@eotceotc

2 ай бұрын

@@Duade Hi so I was wondering if I can use my tv as a monitor?

Thank you for a very informative video on monitors. I've learned a lot! Thank you

I got a portkeys PT6 after Jan’s review and love it. Now I can sit comfortably when shooting images off of my ground pod.

Great video as always

Great insight. Thank you.👍👍

Duade thanks for tips. I use the Feelworld Field Monitor on my Z7 for the purpose of videoing myself when public speaking. The monitor is facing me so that I can correctly set up the scene and then when recording I can make sure I am not stepping out of the frame by simply glancing over at the monitor screen. I have not yet used it for nature and wildlife shooting, but I can see a purpose for vlogging.

Very interesting commentary! I never considered using one, but you made some great points!

Great video Duade

Great , thanks , just what I was looking for ... 👍

Very cool video, I learned something again, thanks for working with and behind the video and best regards from Münsterland / Germany Markus

Thanks for yet another excellent video. Brightness and angle of view are also important factors for outdoor use. Personally, I prefer brighter and larger monitors and I have a Desview R72 (7 inches, 2600 nits). My typical use case is when using a tripod with an inverted center column to have the camera at ground (or water) level, or any other situation where I can't use the viewfinder. In these situations, I usually attach the monitor to the tripod so that I can sit still behind the tripod while swinging the camera left and right.

@cephotoclub

10 ай бұрын

The Bestview are quite good, considering it myself

Another very well explained vid keep up the good work

@Duade

11 ай бұрын

Thanks Harry, I appreciate the feedback, Cheers, Duade

Very useful that you take the time to talk through how the monitor works - thanks

@Duade

2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Great video mate 👍

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate, I hope you are well, Cheers, Duade

Duade. I use a monitor with my R7. The camera LCD can be set to using your thumb on it to move the focal point around and it does appear moving on the monitor. I have the zone to be the right half of the LCD screen. Works slick. Check it out. You're so right on the advantages of a monitor. I love it for the low shots and it really helps with better composition.

Nice video. I shoot mostly birds but use my Feelworld Monitor to eliminate a lot of duplicates and out of focus shots before loading them to my computer. Much easier than using the evf.

Another font of info, Duade - thanks for the insights on monitors! I appreciated your take on them & the many great shots you shared; some very nice Robin images. I think the one with the rain captured was probably my favorite. I can't see myself using a monitor due to my usual style of shooting & the extra weight & imbalance, but I can see how for some, they might be just the ticket. If I shot video with any regularity, I could surely see them being a benefit. Thanks again for giving us more angles to consider in regards to our photography & may those Robins keep showing up near you for more opportunities! Best regards & good shooting ~ Chris

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris, yes, very lucky to have those Robins here, so beautiful. Yes, If I wasn't filming I probably would not use the monitor all that often but I know some people may find them very useful. Cheers, Duade

Great information. I’m in the process of going to using a Monitor.

Outstanding Thank you.

@Duade

6 ай бұрын

My pleasure, Cheers, DUade

Great tutorial.

Really interesting and informative Duade, thanks. Re handling the setup and back issues, have you tried using a monopod to support the rig rather than hand holding? It might reduce the tension in your arms and body and give some stability.

Duade I struggle a little with age-related eyesight on macros compared to years ago. The larger monitor would be perfect for this and flower shots too. Thanks and cheers.

Thank you very much for this video. I've considering getting a Ninja V for my OM-1 to show what's happening on my screen also, but the price kind of drives me away. The other uses you mention do add a fair amount to the balance though, and I might just pull the trigger on that purchase soon haha

You always make may day better and I'm a landscape photographer that still use DSLR

I used to use a tablet tethered to my old DSLR. It worked a treat. It was touch screen when the DSLR wasn't. Luckily there was an app that provided the functionality. The tablet was great when shooting stills, not action shots. I did a lot of astro at the time and it was easier to manually focus with the larger screen. I thought the articulating screen on my R6 would make a monitor redundant but it is still too small. So I'm pleased to see there is an option. Too bad it loses the touchscreen ability.

Duade, a very interesting concept. I don't have one but your video suggests that they might be good when photographing birds or animals in the natural settings. I think the weight can be a problem for me as I have a similar back ache when handholding a large camera and lens. So, thank you for the inventive use of video gear for stills and capture the EVF actions.

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Stuart, yes, they have a specific use case and I mainly use the EVF but have found it useful at times. My back really does play up when using it out in front though. Cheers, Duade

@markwalker8374

Жыл бұрын

@@Duade Hi Duade it would be great to see a video on your thoughts on gear for the older birder ie those of us who have knee or hip problems making in harder to get down low or suffer from back pain or arthiritic shoulders, wrists etc. I also like to travel a lot in SE Asia but the Sony 200-600 is becoming too much to lug around (and disguise the weight of my carryon bag). Is the OM-1 and 100-400mm the answer?

Take care of your back Duade! I have the same issue the right posture is everything these days. Look forward for more great content from you. Cheers.

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate, yes, I too have issues and try to avoid anything that may trigger it. Cheers, Duade

Thanks for this Duade, I have a DSLR so will have to do a bit more study. It certainly would be helpful when on the ground.

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

Good luck Lorraine, Cheers, Duade

Great video thank you ! certainly my next step -)

excellent video. as always, BTW. thank you sir! Happy birding to you!

@Duade

5 ай бұрын

Thank you kindly!

Great show, Duade. Thank you. I was hoping that these would work on my Canon 7d. But you mentioned that it would lower the fps. I'm not sure where to check that info, but I will try to find it. Thank you again. Your explanations, demonstrations, and information are great.

Thanks Duade. I had never considered these before and now I know how they can be used. With a bad back and being used to my own routine I don't think it would work for me. Thanks very much for a well presented video.

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure Geoff, good to know the options, Cheers, Duade

Your videos are so easy to understand, thanks a bunch Duade 🙂 I use the Portkeys 6 and I have a harness on to carry the load on my shoulders via 2 straps either side of the camera and my lower back never has issues. I have never used the view finder to catch the birds in flight everything runs through the monitor.

Thanks for another great and really interesting video. To be honest it never entered my head that one of these might be a good idea - just thought it was something you needed to record EVF info and add to your videos. Of course now you've got me thinking - no need for me to record but maybe the Portkeys PT6 or similar and that Smallrig mount. I'm definitely getting to old for lying on the ground and straining my neck to look through a viewfinder! Really interesting to read other comments and see what equipment other members/subscribers are using. Thanks again. John

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure John, yes, it is worth considering, I think some people also use their phones but takes some setting up to work properly. It is an option for when you are stationary that is for sure, just a bit difficult handheld etc. Cheers, Duade

Interesting! When I have setup at water I naturally just want to use the back screen of my camera but I end up getting worried i'll miss the shot and end up looking down the viewfinder when the birds arrive. This video proves to me you don't have to be glued to the EVF, especially with the help of eye tracking makes it really easy to focus on framing the photo. P.S. those are my favourite scarlet robin photos that you have ever taken!

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Kurtis, I must admit I do like looking down the EVF but the monitor does work well on a tripod at setups. Yes, very lucky to have the Scarlet visit. Cheers, Duade

On a Nikon DSLR like my D850 I do this with an iPhone or iPad mini with the SnapBridge app, wirelessly transmitting using Live View and you have all controls for camera functionality. Thank for your great video

legend. always wondered about this.

Very helpful consideration of when (& when not to) use a monitor for stills. Been watching content posted by videographers & trying to build a rig. Now I feel good to ditch the top handle & big battery & instead just pop my monitor onto my a7iv for tripod shots (esp low light) & remove it for most birding/BIF. Less is more in the field. Ty for your help!

Thanks!

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Marisa, I appreciate it. Cheers, Duade 👍

Hi Duade, thanks again for a great video & info on the monitors. I've mentioned to you earlier of my back issues & extensive surgery so your mentioning of your back issues helps me no end in this matter. I don't recall you mentioning the visibility aspects of the monitor, I guess I'm not alone in having problems seeing the screens on my cameras in bright sunlight, I see some monitors come with a velcro shade which could be helpful. I'm now about to see if a monitor is available to use on my 90D, although after watching your clips I think an R6 mkii is getting closer. Thanks again mate, if you have any knowledge of the 90D + monitor it would be appreciated.

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

G'day George, I have not had any major issues in the sun but I rarely shoot after 9am and before 3pm so I have not fully tested it in full sunlight but as you say you can get a hood for it. 90D should work but I think the FPS will be restricted. I hope someone with a 90D can comment. Cheers, Duade

Hi Duade. Thanks for the useful information. Recording the EVF is obviously essential for you. Other than that, I think it’s worth considering simply using the articulated screen, which is smaller but keeps the touch-screen and other functionality.

@wellsyboy

10 ай бұрын

Can you explain what you mean please?

@mrjonnyjones

8 ай бұрын

@@wellsyboy He meant it's worth using the built-in screen on the camera rather than the viewfinder. However, I've found taking photos in sunlight very difficult, even while using the screen on the A7iii that I use (I don't use the viewfinder at all). So that's why I want an external display and how I ended up on this video 😅

Thank you Duade. Very informative video. I can see that a monitor will not work well for birds in flight. What I use for birds in flight is a dot sight, which is, like the monitor, placed on the hot shoe of the camera. Advantage is you can easily use two eyes when using it. My hit rate improved substantially with It. I use the Olympus EE-1 dot sight on my OM-1 camera. Very easy to align with the camera without any tools. It uses a very small button cell battery and weights almost nothing. Jan.

great video! ...and as far as I know, the Godox Monitor supports touch screen abilities!

Brilliant..

I’m Sony shooter and have consistently used the Ninja V monitor for over 3-years. Both my camera and the Ninja V are equipped with SmallRig cages. These cages secure the HDMI cable to both devices and prevents accidental damage from bumps. Additionally, my monitor is fitted with a SmallRig sunshield, which enhances contrast and color display.

great video

Great video. Very informative. I saw your video with the OM1 and the shorebirds and that’s when I became interested in finding out more about these monitors. So I was very pleased to see this video. One question: how easy is it to see what is on the monitor in bright day light?

@LorenzoFrausto

Жыл бұрын

It depends on each monitor screen specs. Hope this helps.

Thanks for the informative video. My biggest concern is the ability to see the monitor on a bright sunny day. I find the Sony A7RIV and A7RV displays not bright enough to see detail, even in Sunny mode.

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

Good point David and I should have tested that but I cannot recall it ever being an issue but I often don't shoot in the middle of the day. I think you can get a hood for the monitor to help shield it from the sun. There are also brighter screens available. Cheers, Duade

Hi Duade. I have a Canon R7 and it has a Zebra setting and I can't imagine that the other EOS R models don't have this. I also use a Godox GM6S 5.5" 4K HDMI Ultra Bright on-camera monitor that has touch screen capabilities with an extra cable. The Godox monitor itself also has a Zebra setting and much more! I only use the monitor for filming in the field and photograph at setups with feed silo and specially placed branches and trunks, whether or not covered with moss. I only photograph flying birds looking through the viewfinder, because an on-camera monitor is just as unsuitable for that as the screen on the back of your camera!

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

G'day Henk, I believe the zebras only work in video mode, not stills which I was referring too. I have yet to find a Canon body that allows zebras in stills which Sony, Olympus offer. I am happy to be corrected of course. Thanks for the feedback, Cheers, Duade

Thanks Duade, this might indeed also be an interesting use case for the many of us who just shoot stills and don't have our own youtube. Especially for shooting waterbirds as low as possible, and when using a tripod or sitting in a hide. Just wondering how easy it is to attach and detach several times while hiking a full day and only taking out the tripod or getting low say 5 times during that day. Would it be worth the overhead ? and how's the risk of breaking the tiny micro-hdmi connection ?

well done video

One question. Does it follow the orientation of the camera? If you do portrait shots(vertical orientation), will the liveview of the external monitor change to vertical also? And so with the picture taken in portrait(vertical) orientation)?

Hello, Brothwer. I*m from Norway , I use the Panasonic G9 camea, I like your all video's

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

Great to hear, Cheers, Duade

Great video. subbed. I do have a Ninja without the hard drive. Had it for a few months....need to set it up. That's garbage that you can't use touch screen. Looks like I'll be using it on my GH5 only. Your photos are BEAUTIFUL.

Hi Duade, love the channel. Wondering what lens camo you have on the rf100-500?

Thanks for the very useful video. I've never owned or used a monitor but I've been thinking about buying one for low level work because I have shoulder and neck injuries. Flip out screens help a bit, but I think having a monitor would be less painful still. I was interested to learn that some monitors have built in hard drives. I don't shoot video, but I was wondering if these hard drives could also serve as storage for when I'm on trips and don't want to carry my laptop? Will they store RAW files just like a card? Also - is it possible to transfer RAW files from cards onto the monitor drive? If so then I'd get a monitor with a large drive and when I'm on a trip and shoot without it, I could clear my cards by transferring to the monitor. Hope that makes sense! Thanks.

I can see how a monitor with hard drive would be very useful for filming. For me as a stills shooter it's something I don't need. Still fun to learn about. I enjoyed the video. And BTW I noticed you were using to Ifootage Cobra monopod foot as a base for your camera. That is a great monopod. I use mine in the field all the time with a Wimberley MH-100 head. Excellent mobility and stability.

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jack, yes, a lovely monopod for sure, the small tripod is just fantastic. Cheers, Duade

Thank you

Thanks ❤for the video. Is the brightness of the monitor adjustable for the bright sunny conditions?

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

Hi Mike, I think there are hoods you can put on the monitor and there are some extra bright screens available. Cheers, Duade

Any more Olympus vids coming up soon? That's next on my list of camera gear to buy. I'd really like to see a comparison to the Cannon's for bird AI and how well it tracks targets.

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

Hi Riley, yes, I plan on doing that video later in the month early next month as I have the Nikon Z8 coming soon which I need to focus on first. The OM-1 is a brilliant camera and I look forward to doing some comparisons. Cheers, Duade

I have been dabbling with an app called Monitor+ that converts my cellphone into a monitor. It works with both an HDMI cable (needs a converter) and a USB cable (also needs a cheap USB-A to USB-C adapter because the camera takes USB-micro). It's quirky and holding the phone in the correct position with the cheap accessories I use is a task but it gives me a larger screen than the rear LCD and a lot of monitor-like functionality. Plus it's cheaper! Also there are OEM apps like Imaging Edge that are free.

A couple of questions: How clear is the image in the monitor in bright daylight? Regarding the tripod and ball head that is shown here: Who makes it? Would be interested in looking into it. Thanks.

Hi. Great video. Ironically I was looking at these today. Regarding your back issue, would a monopod help?

Excellent content as always! I am transitioning from handheld (R5+RF100-500) to using a monopod + gimbal. Wonder if the monitor may be just too much weight on that rig.

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

G'day, yes, the weight is always a consideration, maybe try without a monitor and see how you go. Cheers, Duade

Thanks for sharing another wonderful video like always, I have a very nice monitor by Godox, it does not record but its very useful for those bright days 👍🐦🤗

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Miguel, great to hear it is working well, Cheers, Duade

Hi mate, love your videos. Two thoughts on this one though: 1. Agree on the bad choice of HDMI on the R5, but did you forget/not notice there is a small plastic frame/cage thing to thread through and reinforce? 2. I think, partially, the being able to tilt the screen thing is a weak pro - sans the monitor, we still have the flippy screen remember 😉

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, yes, not sure I still have that attachment, I will have to pull it out and have a go. Yes, the flippy screen does work, On Canon its a bit weird at times out to the side but I have used it several times. Cheers, Duade

You should get a cage like of SmallRig brand. Tilting it down might hurt the hotshoe if repeated many times. Plus you can mount a trigger(if ever you will need) while you have that external monitor as you will be able to attach more.

@Duade

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for that, I will look into it. Cheers, DUade

I bought the Portkeys PT6 on Jan's advice in his video around 6 weeks ago but haven't used it yet. Won't get an opportunity for another 5 weeks as I've had abdominal surgery (hernia) and not allowed to lift (ruling out the R3 and 500f4 combination). Sucks to be me! It's already been 3 weeks without using the combination in anger, so 8 weeks...hell on Earth!!!

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that Dave, the only good thing is its winter at the moment which is often tough to shoot in. I wish you a speedy recovery. Cheers, Duade

Thanks Duade, a timely video as I have been thinking about getting a monitor to help with low shots and checking focus (given my aging eyes). I do not shoot a ton a video, mostly stills. Do you think it is still worth it?

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

Hi James, yes, it can be useful, if you look online there maybe some more affordable options available. Just be aware of that extra weight at the back and shooting BIF and action can be a bit more tricky. Cheers, Duade

After having done a couple of hide shootings, combining my R5 with the Ninja V (had one laying around for videography anyways) and a solid cable shutter release helped a lot.

Thanks for this video. Just wondering how the monitor works in bright daylight. I cannot see much on my OM-1 EVF in bright daylight.

Great vid! you may have mentioned it and I missed it. Is the Atomos V the only option out there that can record the evf? I know theres a smart phone hack out there but I wasn't a fan. Its strange there isn't more options. Maybe Atomos has a patent 🤷‍♂️

Are you able to do a tutorial on how you were able to get your Sony camera to push video to the external monitor in the camera settings? Im only able to get the external push while in video mode, but definitely want to experiment with recording video while shooting.

Recently I've started wearing glasses as my eyes are not what they once were and I can't use an EVF anymore. I think I'll be investing in a monitor. Thanks for the advice.

Wonderful content, thank you! Wondering if you have run into the situation I seem to be having. Running an Atomos Shinobi on an R5, most everything works fine, but the in camera level you can get by hitting the info button does not transfer to the external monitor. Could it be because it is an overlay on the screen? Wondering if you might have a work around. Thank you again! Keep up the great work. :)

Hi..I love the small Tripod on the table..can you tell me the name of it please? Also I am so bummed that you cant use the back of the monitor when plugged into a external monitor. I have a new canon R8 and it does not have the toggle to move the autofocus points. I now have to use the focus button, hold it and move the camera to track the subject. Not so great on a tripod. Can't believe Canon would leave out this feature. Great video. thanks

Thanks for a wonderfully informative video! I'm exploring getting a monitor-only (like the Shinobi 7) for my Nikon Z9 for still photography. My immediate need is for the upcoming eclipse: I need to zoom in during Live View to get the most accurate manual focus on sunspots. In your experience with the Canon and Sony cameras, can you still hit the "+" button on the camera to zoom in during Live View? Or perhaps you can do that on the Ninja? Nikon SnapBridge on the iPad disables all camera controls (while providing precious few of its own in exchange). Thanks, Steve

I use a monitor because I do astrophotography and I need a larger image than what the lcd can provide. Mine is a 7" Raspberry Pi monitor, USB powered. I plug it into a power bank. For mounting it, I have it mounted to the tripod - I have a bicycle mount magnet for tablets and smartphones clamped onto the tripod, and I placed a neodymium plate on the back of the monitor. Holds it very snugly. I also have an 11" Raspberry Pi monitor for using when I'm tracking. Same mounting method, but I have to use a portable power station with standard electrical outlets to power it. I don't remember the brands of either monitor, but I spent well under $200 for both of them together.

hello duade ive been thinking of buying the canon 7d and im wondering a. how good it is in low light conditions such as being in a forest. b. if the nikon d300 would be better and c what camera you got after the 7d. cheers! Linus

Hi mate. Good video. Just a wee question. As a survivor of a horrendous tumour I have some health issues coming up. Among them is some deterioration of eyesight. So I started to look at on-camera monitors lately, and what I require is as follows: 1) a much better image resolution since the viewfinder and the live-view screen are pretty much useless when I shoot on a 102mpixel camera. To be honest, I find it hard with my eyesight to check focus nailing (I shoot a lot in manual focus). Do you find it as a better screen for that matter? 2) I require to view the images on location and often times I shoot in full sunlight so I am unable to view the images through the camera screen due to the sun, and it’s even worse when I try to look at the viewfinder due to its lack of image quality. Are you able to view the images through this monitor, or you simply have to do this through the camera’s own screens? 3) Coming from Kiwiland, I find myself shooting in the rain A LOT. Are those toys weather resistant or it’s a no game in such situations? Cheers mate 🙏

Hey Duade, how the visibility of that 600 nit monitor in bright sunlight? I use a 7" 2000 nit Feelworld for my real estate shoots with no problem. Looking for a 5" mid price monitor for the birds an such but not sure 600 nit will cut it in the Arizona sun. Your videos are the best on the tube. Thanks for all you do!

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

Good point Jim, not sure, I only shoot a few hours after sunrise and before sunset and have not had an issue, I think you can get hoods for the monitors to help with this. Good to hear the feelworld is working well. Cheers, Duade

What is the tripod you have on the video?

Thanks for video!:) I wonder if i can use my galaxy s22 ultra as a external monitor ?

@Duade

Жыл бұрын

Yes, I believe you can with apps and the right cords, good luck, Cheers, Duade

IfI choose a touchscreen monitor like the Atomos Ninja 5.2 $K HDMI Recording Monitor, will I be able to control the settings of my camera using the touchscreen? Or the same situation remains? The settings can only be changed using the camera dials and bottons? Thank you for your excellent review.

Does using a monitor put extra strain on the coldshoe mount? Also how would manage an external mic with a monitor.