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I'm happy Smallrig makes the handle for the left side. Was the only reason I hadn't got the wood grip for my cage yet. So now I can buy both. Love the rig you built. Just got my 6500 last month. My first camera haha
Yeah I'll think about it as I also have the GH5s and the G7. Btw, I have all the same lens you showed in the video. I have a question about this monitor. At the moment I use the Feelworld F6 which is an older generation model. Is your monitor made of aluminum or does it have any metal parts? My F6 is a great little monitor but it feels damn cheap due to all-plastic build. I asked this because an Amazon listing says the monitor you have is aluminum
Nice rig! I love my smallrig a6500 cage, i found the cold shoe extension alone transformed the handling so i can hold it comfortably all day long and i couldnt recommended a rig like this highly enough, even for just photos the cage and cold shoe adapter are worth it
Thank you, it really makes to get one for A6500 if you want to improve the handling. For Stills I recommend getting L-bracket, that I reviewed last week: bit.ly/SRL-bracket
Hi, are you still peaking the autofocus noise from the Sigma 18-35mm with the Rode mic mounted at the right of the camera as shown at the end of the rig?
The Hybrid Shooter The Hybrid Shooter I have an a6300 and I need to build a rig like that but I need a l lens with that range and similar aperture for a project that requires to go many places (documentary), several weathers and the idea is not to change lenses (because those weathers) and I was thinking about the sigma 16mm 1.4 and the 30mm 1.4 but I will be changing lenses, so, any recommendations? Thanks again from a Venezuelan follower!
@@kakegarcia8056 Unfortunately, there is no alternative to 18-35 it is one of a kind. Sony 16-55mm f2.8 is probably the closets, but it is quite expensive.
Another great video!! You tend to keep cameras longer than 3 days just to review them and therefore give us a better, more in depth look at them from a true user's perspective. I was a little surprised at the inclusion of two zooms of approximately the same focal length. What would be your choice above 200mm focal length for the A6500? Also, is there a reason for not using native Sony glass other than perhaps cost? Thanks!!
Thank you,18-35 and 28-75 is a big difference in term of the field of view. Honestly I shoot telephoto with M43 system at the moment, there aren't many options for Sony, you would probably have to go with full frame 100-400 or 70-300
You might have to get different cage, but other than that it will work. Gimbal will provide better stabilization than A6500 IBIS if that is what you are asking.
hi, i was going to try to build my rig with Small Rig camera base plate 1674, with Rods 1051, Neewer V Mount/V Lock Battery - 150Wh 14.4V 10400mAh Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, CAMVATE V-Lock Mounting Plate Power Supply Splitter with 15mm Rod Clamp. Would that work? How do I get that to power the A6500? Can the v mount battery also power the screen? I cannot figure out what dummy battery to get to make this work. thanks!
@@TheHybridShooter i just did more research. it turns out you can just use a portable battery and plug into your camera via usb without needing v-mount batteries.
Thanks for these tips. I'm building a rig for my a6400. Would you still recommend the sigma 18-35 or would a sony 18-105 with some sigma 16mm and 30mm primes be better?
I use picture profile described in this video: bit.ly/sonygrading exposure settings depend on the situation, I generally try to stay below ISO 1600. E-mail is for business inquiries only, as I wrote in the channel description, I'm unfortunately not able to respond to question in both comments and in e-mails, because it is very time consuming.
i have an a6500 and would love to rig it up like yours. wondering, do you hear autofocus from the sigma lens? also, do you use a gimbal? can you put this rig on something like the zhiyun crane? or can you recommend some other gimbal?
Yes, you can hear the autofocus. You can put the rig on a gimbal, but it doesn't make sense, using just camera and lens on a gimbal is much better option.
Hi, great video! I tried finding the answer to my question in the comments but didnt see it. Can you elaborate some more from a comment at the end of your video - "you can greatly improve the battery and overheating by using Display DC Out." I am not sure what you mean by that, but I am very curious because I have had some overheating issues in the past! Thank you so much
Thank you, if you use external power through dummy battery, it removes the biggest source of heat (battery) out of the camera, so it helps prevent overheating.
Tanks for the video.Just one question.I shot most of all during my holidays. How does this ring solution works in term of stability? I mean is the footage you get handheld usable? Tanks
@@TheHybridShooter That is a nice thing about that handle, that you can change it up to balance the rig. But why didn't you put the monitor directly on the cage and put and put a top handle in front of the monitor? Kind of hard to explains but basically the same as most RED cameras are setup. That way you don't need those 15mm rods and the monitor clamp.
I'm curious, you mentioned the Feelworld Master MA5 is supplied with a battery/charger, has this since changed? The product listing doesn't show those as included options. Great setup btw. I have a very similar setup for my Sony A6500 with the SmallRig cage and have ordered some of SmallRig's accessories for mounting an external monitor that you included in the video :)
Okay interesting, thanks. I also wanted to get your opinion on whether or not you think Sigma will release an updated version of the 18-35mm f/1.8 lens for native Sony E-mount? I've been holding back on the current version because of the MC-11 lens adapter required.
It would be so great if Sony would release new apac camera with the 4k 120 fps and 10 bit.. I don't wanna go full frame.. I love to work with my sigma 18-35 and small prime lenses.. 🙄
@@TheHybridShooter What exactly makes you think that? Full frame isn't any sort of standard in filmmaking.. it has some advantages but it also comes with a lot of inconveniences 😊 The demand is there they just don't wanna cannibalise their full frame line with way more affordable and convenient option. The only upgrade available for Sony Apsc line user is fujifilm xt4 at the moment.
Not anymore. Full frame definitely is a standard nowadays. Full frame has surpassed all crop sensor video specs, so crop doesn’t really have any advantages anymore, except the price. APS-C will probably stay vlogging/travel option. Introduction of high-end APS-C camera is very unlikely.
@@TheHybridShooter APSC gives you way more convenience in terms of glass. Lenses like 18-35 or very small and fast primes makes your life much easier especially on the gimbal. APSC size format was good enough for many great films so its definitely more than enough for making videos 😉 We're gonna have to agree to disagree on this one I'm afraid however I respect your point of view.
Yes, I absolutely disagree, much like most filmmakers and manufacturers. I much prefer full frame lens selection including fantastic wide-angle lenses such as FE 20mm F1.8 G or 24mm F1.4 GM. Full frame 24-70mm F2.8 is also a must have for most advanced filmmakers. APS-C lens selection is nowhere near as good as full frame.
Haha! I know the A6500 is a most excellent camera, but visually this _almost_ looks like having a GoPro and outfitting it with extra gear for a couple of thousand euros. :)
I'm wondering...Doesn't getting all those fine gears on a compact camera defying the purpose of using a compact camera in the first place? The α7III is bulkier, granted, but not that much, and is more expensive, but not that much (not even twice the α6500), but it has a full frame sensor. You have both and compared them, so you're even better placed to judge, but if I had both, I would use the α6500 "naked" and only when I need to go light, and put all these gears on the α7III (I'm sure you do, with the exception of the base rig that is) when I can accomodate carrying all the bulk. This is nice for someone who only have the α6500/α6300 and can't afford/doesn't want stepping up to the α7III. Yet, so equiped, this compact camera no longer is compact at all. It's about as bulky all in all as the α7III equivalently equiped, and not that cheaper. What do you think?
That is generally an advantage of Sony mirroless cameras, you can basically have multiple cameras in one. I use both A7 III and A6500 in different configurations, as compact cameras for street photography or as video rigs like this one depending on what I do. I also like to like to use A6500 with 16-50mm kit lens as point and shoot, which is a great option.
great video but If may say, Why rig out a camera that will overheat? I shoot plenty of weddings where summer weather can be over 103f on any day. No way I could trust a sony. Reason why I got rid of the a6000. Moved over to Panny and never overheats even in 4k
Because it allows you to use eternal power, which takes the biggest source of the heat out of the camera. I have never had any overheating issues with A6500 anyway.
Every video I see about monitors and Sony cameras is a joke. The main reason why anyone gets one is for shooting video and Sony doesn't allow you to view on an external monitor while shooting 4k, total waste. Called Sony and they said their engineers designed it that way. I guess my A7R iii will have to make way for the gh5s
It actually allows you to use it with 4K, you can't can see the information about settings on external monitor, although it is truth that it works much better with GH5 and GH5S.
@@RiseAboveFilmsLLC You can obviously view the image on the external monitor while recording in 4K on a Sony - we use it all the time. The resolution shown on the monitor is however 1080p. What doesn't work is face-tracking autofocus - and that's a real deal breaker.
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I also appreciate the time stamped complete list of the equipment you used.
👍I also like when others do that.
I would of been happy to have a time stamp for the red house slippers, but I think it was still an awesome video.
This is an amazing video - A+.Narration = 10Concept = 10Demonstration = 10
Thank you, I appreciate your evaluation!
The actual best video and photo gear review I have yet seen. This is a work of art. You even have a soothing accent. Awesome work!
Thank you, I appreciate your positive feedback.
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That orange shirt is heat 🔥
I'm happy Smallrig makes the handle for the left side. Was the only reason I hadn't got the wood grip for my cage yet. So now I can buy both. Love the rig you built. Just got my 6500 last month. My first camera haha
Yeah, this one is really useful, they also make other left hand handles, but this is my favorite.
This is the best cage review I have seen, all the parts are properly described! Thank you!
You're welcome, I appreciate your positive feedback!
Awesome video. I still have my A6300. Still not sure if I need to sell it after buying the A7 III.
Thank you, depends on your production, if you don't need to use multiple cameras at the same time, you can probably just sell it.
Yeah I'll think about it as I also have the GH5s and the G7. Btw, I have all the same lens you showed in the video. I have a question about this monitor. At the moment I use the Feelworld F6 which is an older generation model. Is your monitor made of aluminum or does it have any metal parts? My F6 is a great little monitor but it feels damn cheap due to all-plastic build. I asked this because an Amazon listing says the monitor you have is aluminum
MA5 (5") is completely plastic, I don't know about MA6, but I will have it next week.
Thank you. Take care!
I received the MA6 (5.7") and it really is made of metal, the build quality of that one is much better than with other monitors at that price point.
love the build, i actually have most of the same build and i love how it performs even in 2020
Hello my friends!
Best camera channel! I love you.
Thank you!
Nice rig! I love my smallrig a6500 cage, i found the cold shoe extension alone transformed the handling so i can hold it comfortably all day long and i couldnt recommended a rig like this highly enough, even for just photos the cage and cold shoe adapter are worth it
Thank you, it really makes to get one for A6500 if you want to improve the handling. For Stills I recommend getting L-bracket, that I reviewed last week: bit.ly/SRL-bracket
Hi, are you still peaking the autofocus noise from the Sigma 18-35mm with the Rode mic mounted at the right of the camera as shown at the end of the rig?
Yes.
The Hybrid Shooter The Hybrid Shooter I have an a6300 and I need to build a rig like that but I need a l lens with that range and similar aperture for a project that requires to go many places (documentary), several weathers and the idea is not to change lenses (because those weathers) and I was thinking about the sigma 16mm 1.4 and the 30mm 1.4 but I will be changing lenses, so, any recommendations? Thanks again from a Venezuelan follower!
@@kakegarcia8056 Unfortunately, there is no alternative to 18-35 it is one of a kind. Sony 16-55mm f2.8 is probably the closets, but it is quite expensive.
The Hybrid Shooter yes and I am looking for a maximum of f1.8. I am wondering if I wrap this lens with some sort of foam or fabric will work...
I dont think you listed the nato top handle? which number please that would help because I am building as you show
I also appreciate the time stamped
At very top of this list I would have put a steadycam for video production, for it's the most important and usefull tool ever made
I prefer using gimbal, but just with camera not complete setup, so I didn't include it here.
I enjoyed this video and most of your videos.
Thank you, I'm glad to hear that!
Great video kit review! Thanks for the quality picture.
Thank you!
Great video!!
Thank you!
That tamron looks super clean on a6500! Weird focal range though. Would like to see more footage :D
It is indeed sharp enough for high pixel density sensors.
Hi, how did you connect the camera inside the cage onto the Tripod? I still cannot work this out.
The cage has integrated Arca compatible rail.
Another great video!! You tend to keep cameras longer than 3 days just to review them and therefore give us a better, more in depth look at them from a true user's perspective. I was a little surprised at the inclusion of two zooms of approximately the same focal length. What would be your choice above 200mm focal length for the A6500? Also, is there a reason for not using native Sony glass other than perhaps cost? Thanks!!
Thank you,18-35 and 28-75 is a big difference in term of the field of view. Honestly I shoot telephoto with M43 system at the moment, there aren't many options for Sony, you would probably have to go with full frame 100-400 or 70-300
woow, great video and list, thanks!
You're welcome, thank you for watching!
Great information .Dear friend, i need your help about mini cable for joint camera to mobile.Can you guide me.Actully i use mobile extrenaln monitor.
Great video! Thank you!
do you know if this rig setup can work with Sony A6000? How is image stabilization on your video recording with this setup? Is it better than Gimbals?
You might have to get different cage, but other than that it will work. Gimbal will provide better stabilization than A6500 IBIS if that is what you are asking.
hi, i was going to try to build my rig with Small Rig camera base plate 1674, with Rods 1051, Neewer V Mount/V Lock Battery - 150Wh 14.4V 10400mAh Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, CAMVATE V-Lock Mounting Plate Power Supply Splitter with 15mm Rod Clamp. Would that work? How do I get that to power the A6500? Can the v mount battery also power the screen? I cannot figure out what dummy battery to get to make this work. thanks!
I'm sorry, but I have no experience with V-mount batteries, so I can't help you with that.
@@TheHybridShooter i just did more research. it turns out you can just use a portable battery and plug into your camera via usb without needing v-mount batteries.
Thanks for these tips. I'm building a rig for my a6400. Would you still recommend the sigma 18-35 or would a sony 18-105 with some sigma 16mm and 30mm primes be better?
Depends on how much you need stabilization.
WOW looks cool - If I could do that to XT3 and somehow get stabalisation and good battery capacity - I'd really be happy.
You will be able to build same rig for X-T3 but the absence of IBIS is really unfortunate.
@@TheHybridShooter Yes - it's a Z6 for my next video camera - I used a Z7 last week and really liked it.
You might want to wait for upcoming Panasonic full frame camera, if you want full frame for video.
Can you share your product review video settings? I'm using A6500 + Sigma 18-35. Having trouble setting it up. I even emailed you.
I use picture profile described in this video: bit.ly/sonygrading exposure settings depend on the situation, I generally try to stay below ISO 1600. E-mail is for business inquiries only, as I wrote in the channel description, I'm unfortunately not able to respond to question in both comments and in e-mails, because it is very time consuming.
@@TheHybridShooter Thank You. I get it. Will ask the questions here instead :) Keep your great work up.
i have an a6500 and would love to rig it up like yours. wondering, do you hear autofocus from the sigma lens? also, do you use a gimbal? can you put this rig on something like the zhiyun crane? or can you recommend some other gimbal?
Yes, you can hear the autofocus. You can put the rig on a gimbal, but it doesn't make sense, using just camera and lens on a gimbal is much better option.
Cool video
Hi, great video! I tried finding the answer to my question in the comments but didnt see it. Can you elaborate some more from a comment at the end of your video - "you can greatly improve the battery and overheating by using Display DC Out." I am not sure what you mean by that, but I am very curious because I have had some overheating issues in the past! Thank you so much
Thank you, if you use external power through dummy battery, it removes the biggest source of heat (battery) out of the camera, so it helps prevent overheating.
Hi, can you use the HDMI out to a monitor while shooting 4K?
Yes, you can.
Tanks for the video.Just one question.I shot most of all during my holidays. How does this ring solution works in term of stability? I mean is the footage you get handheld usable? Tanks
That depends on what are shooting, it generally works for holing the camera steady, but not so well for walking.
The Hybrid Shooter Tanks 👍🏻
Great video, thanks!
You're welcome, thank you for watching!
Hi, How to fix the distortion for video ??
By turning on in-camera lens corrections.
@@TheHybridShooter would you please do a video for how to do it. appreciate !!
@@jozamaymen You just need to find item Lens comp. in menu and turn everything to auto.
How is the balance when you hold it at the top handle? Isn't it very front heavy?
Not really, but for that you might want to reverse the handle, so that it is facing forward.
@@TheHybridShooter That is a nice thing about that handle, that you can change it up to balance the rig. But why didn't you put the monitor directly on the cage and put and put a top handle in front of the monitor? Kind of hard to explains but basically the same as most RED cameras are setup. That way you don't need those 15mm rods and the monitor clamp.
@@TheHybridShooter Here is an example of the monitor and top handle setup I was talking about: gyazo.com/0b13a139b0c1f279a0bf3972e9ac4aab
I don't see any way how the monitor could fit there.
That seems like the handle is blocking the screen.
exelent job
Do you still hear the AF sound from the 18-35 with the microphone that far away?
Yes, it would have to be much further.
I'm curious, you mentioned the Feelworld Master MA5 is supplied with a battery/charger, has this since changed? The product listing doesn't show those as included options. Great setup btw. I have a very similar setup for my Sony A6500 with the SmallRig cage and have ordered some of SmallRig's accessories for mounting an external monitor that you included in the video :)
I don't know, mine camera with both battery and charger, but those are indeed not listed on Amazon page.
Okay interesting, thanks. I also wanted to get your opinion on whether or not you think Sigma will release an updated version of the 18-35mm f/1.8 lens for native Sony E-mount? I've been holding back on the current version because of the MC-11 lens adapter required.
I don't think so. Even if they did so, it would be just current lens with integrated MC-11 adapter, like with their current full frame e-mount lenses.
It would be so great if Sony would release new apac camera with the 4k 120 fps and 10 bit.. I don't wanna go full frame.. I love to work with my sigma 18-35 and small prime lenses.. 🙄
There isn't many people who want 4K 120p, but don't want to go full frame, so that is quite unlikely.
@@TheHybridShooter What exactly makes you think that? Full frame isn't any sort of standard in filmmaking.. it has some advantages but it also comes with a lot of inconveniences 😊 The demand is there they just don't wanna cannibalise their full frame line with way more affordable and convenient option. The only upgrade available for Sony Apsc line user is fujifilm xt4 at the moment.
Not anymore. Full frame definitely is a standard nowadays. Full frame has surpassed all crop sensor video specs, so crop doesn’t really have any advantages anymore, except the price.
APS-C will probably stay vlogging/travel option. Introduction of high-end APS-C camera is very unlikely.
@@TheHybridShooter APSC gives you way more convenience in terms of glass. Lenses like 18-35 or very small and fast primes makes your life much easier especially on the gimbal. APSC size format was good enough for many great films so its definitely more than enough for making videos 😉 We're gonna have to agree to disagree on this one I'm afraid however I respect your point of view.
Yes, I absolutely disagree, much like most filmmakers and manufacturers. I much prefer full frame lens selection including fantastic wide-angle lenses such as FE 20mm F1.8 G or 24mm F1.4 GM. Full frame 24-70mm F2.8 is also a must have for most advanced filmmakers. APS-C lens selection is nowhere near as good as full frame.
Are you able to add a battery grip to your cage???
No, you need different cage for that.
Can you have the small rig on if you’re throwing it on a stabilizer? Zhiyun crane maybe?
Yes, you can, it the gimbal can support the weight.
The Hybrid Shooter thanks!! Definitely gonna get one of these
Great video. Thank You. Best regards from Kiel. Kai the Beekeeper ;)
Thank you Kai!
Do you can use a gimbal with this setup or its too heavy?
It is theoretically possible, but I always recommend using lighter setups on gimbal.
Superb! I wonder what will be the whole package in price without the camera and lens? Maybe you know without adding everything on paper! :-)
Thank you, I unfortunately don't know what would that cost and it also depends on where are you buying each component.
The Feelworld MA5 is 4k?
No, it is 1080p, but it takes 4K signal.
is there any way to avoid autofocus shutter noise when u using 18 35 Sigma lens and adding shotgun mic on the side of the rig ?
Only by using manual focus.
ya I know that:) but I was thinking if u put a bit far from the lens it might help to reduce noise
@@MrAdidar No, that won't help, it would have to be at least meter away.
thanks Bro
Интересно....думал о "сборке" примерно такого "набора"...
So what's the total cost of all that?
Depends on where and when are you buying, you can tale a look at the links in the description.
Haha! I know the A6500 is a most excellent camera, but visually this _almost_ looks like having a GoPro and outfitting it with extra gear for a couple of thousand euros. :)
That is a good thing IMO, you can always build a rig to make it appear more serious, but you can't make 1D X Mark II any smaller.
Oh, absolutely! I love cameras that have a high level of modularity. This wasn't a jab at that, it just looked funny.
I'm wondering...Doesn't getting all those fine gears on a compact camera defying the purpose of using a compact camera in the first place? The α7III is bulkier, granted, but not that much, and is more expensive, but not that much (not even twice the α6500), but it has a full frame sensor. You have both and compared them, so you're even better placed to judge, but if I had both, I would use the α6500 "naked" and only when I need to go light, and put all these gears on the α7III (I'm sure you do, with the exception of the base rig that is) when I can accomodate carrying all the bulk. This is nice for someone who only have the α6500/α6300 and can't afford/doesn't want stepping up to the α7III. Yet, so equiped, this compact camera no longer is compact at all. It's about as bulky all in all as the α7III equivalently equiped, and not that cheaper. What do you think?
That is generally an advantage of Sony mirroless cameras, you can basically have multiple cameras in one. I use both A7 III and A6500 in different configurations, as compact cameras for street photography or as video rigs like this one depending on what I do. I also like to like to use A6500 with 16-50mm kit lens as point and shoot, which is a great option.
great video but If may say, Why rig out a camera that will overheat? I shoot plenty of weddings where summer weather can be over 103f on any day. No way I could trust a sony. Reason why I got rid of the a6000. Moved over to Panny and never overheats even in 4k
Because it allows you to use eternal power, which takes the biggest source of the heat out of the camera. I have never had any overheating issues with A6500 anyway.
Every video I see about monitors and Sony cameras is a joke. The main reason why anyone gets one is for shooting video and Sony doesn't allow you to view on an external monitor while shooting 4k, total waste. Called Sony and they said their engineers designed it that way. I guess my A7R iii will have to make way for the gh5s
It actually allows you to use it with 4K, you can't can see the information about settings on external monitor, although it is truth that it works much better with GH5 and GH5S.
Actually you can't view in 4k while the camera is recording.
The monitor goes black once recording starts
Yes, but then you have the image on external monitor as you can see here: czcams.com/video/yaP0B24ufrU/video.html
@@RiseAboveFilmsLLC You can obviously view the image on the external monitor while recording in 4K on a Sony - we use it all the time. The resolution shown on the monitor is however 1080p. What doesn't work is face-tracking autofocus - and that's a real deal breaker.
Why audio in your every video is very low??
I have to place my phone closer to my ears to hear what you are saying
I always keep peaking at -12 dB which is recommended for voiceovers by every production. Problem may be on your side.
NO in body image stabilization.
There is IBIS in A6500
5 axis IBIS is a feature of the a6500
Sony is overrated.
I don't think so, it is what it is...