So now as it is Dec. 2023, I went with Small Rig attachments to my cage for handle, swivel adapter for monitor, and side handle with magnetic allen key slot. I went with the JLwin cage instead as it looked nearly same as SmallRig and just as strong but its bottom screw has flat screwdriver slot and also allen key slot in middle. Thanks for a great review. I liked the idea of monitor on handle which I had not thought of until your video. Great idea. The mini follow focus available are now smaller in design from Small Rig.
good choice! I don't use this camera or rig for filming anymore but I have very similar set-ups for my Lumix and Sony cameras. I still always put the monitor on the handle
at last ! a great video showing all the bits that make up a fully tooled up rig for the Z6. I’ve been faffing about for ages trying to work out which bits to get so this has solved that for me. Top work - going to order all the bits now !
Thanks Pav, this is great, I've been searching for a video like this for a while and this is spot on truly. I have been debating whether to go with a small rig setup like this or a gimbal. I shoot mainly weddings. Your input is appreciated! Cheers
set up like this and a gimbal are two completely different things. I still use gimbal when I need to add motion to my shots. This is only great for bulking up the camera to remove micro jitters from hand held shots but makes it all very heavy for shooting longer periods of time
Thanks for this. I've returned to your video several times, taking ideas from it for my rig, regarding SmallRig components (They're in transit as I write). I also have the Røde Wireless Go system (which I recently reviewed and demonstrated making a location kit), so the one thing I forgot was an extra cold shoe. Just ordered that. I'll mount it onto the Ninja V cage I decided to buy ... just for extra protection. Looking forward to testing it all. I think the top handle will really help with shooting low viewpoints.
that wooden handle is nice, would also work as a cheap substitute on the new hasselblad 907 x camera, which is very thin, this is of course excluding the new c f v ii 50 digital back which fits it; especially if you were not interested in the extra controls the o.e.m. control grip offers, the wood finish would complement the cameras' finish nicely.
When you plug a microphone. Into the camera, it still feeds the sound to the ninja. So you can use that for scratch audio and then still plug your wireless into the ninja. It would be the analog meters on your ninja.That your mic would be feeding you're wireless will be the line/mic meters
Thank you very much for this. I have been using a gimbal for filming, but it's so darn heavy. Frankly, the gimbal hurts when I use it all day, so am rethinking my system. I really appreciate this information.
I know what you mean! Gimbals are breaking my back! This set up is actually heavier but I don't use it in the same way as gimbal - it will never be as steady as a gimbal either
Recently discovered your channel and I gotta say, I’ve been binging your content like an addict. Your presentation style is so energetic, packed with information, and easy and enjoyable to watch and listen to. I’d love to see some of your professional work, specifically shot with your Z6 rig. Where can I do that? Thanks, cheers!
Hi, I also have a Zed 6. Recently bought a SmallRig cage like yours on eBay. Sourced from them in China. It showed up minus the small bottom retaining screw. I contacted them, complimented them on their delivery and the great price that I got. And mentioned the screw wasn't in the package. They immediately sent me a pictogram of the unit with the red circle around the missing part which I confirmed. That was late last week, I was pleasantly shocked (yesterday which was Monday) to get a FedEx package from them with the missing screw. I have never had customer service to this degree in my whole life! All of their pieces are exquisite, modular and affordable. I bought the small side handle like you did, just using the strap on the other side. I'll probably get a NATO rail handle, but right now just using that mount point for my f6 FeelWorld screen with the same flexible screen ARRI connector. I did want to get a cage to protect the screen, but they don't make piece yet. A competitor does for $40. I am very happy with the quality level, completely thought out layout and ergonomics of the cage and accessories. Was pleasantly surprised to see your post with most of my pieces there. You can't go wrong with this setup, it's one incredibly flexible rig.
they are great. I have a wooden handle with a record button for Sony and it stopped working - they just sent another one to replace it immediately! Great products and great customer service! I love their stuff
Thank you! There is an issue - this cage isn't available anymore. I guess it's diescontinued. Smallrig offers 2 different cages for z6ii at this moment. I'm currently learning about rigs and since I have z6ii I'll probably go with Smallrig 2824.
And I totally agree about overall height of the rig when the external monitor is attached to the top handle. Please tell why you prefer to record on the Ninja instead of recording internally? I think external monitor is definitely a great addition. Currently I'm also looking at Atomos Shinobi which doesn't allow to record into itself but can be used as an external monitor. Again thank you for this video!
cage 2926 fits both Z6 and Z6II. I use Ninja V with Nikon because this is the only way to record in N-Log with Z6, also I use Sony and Lumix cameras sometimes on the same job and I can record to the same SSD when swapping from one camera to another, this way I have all the files from one shoot on the same SSD. Also the Apple ProRes format is much easier to edit on the mac.
@@PavSZ Thank you! Makes sense about N-log. As for me I don't film my videos in raw format. And so far I only used Z6ii with OBS Studio at home. I'm not happy with my phone video quality, thus I want to switch to z6ii when I shoot cars. That's why I need a nice and not too expensive rig for more stability and accessories though z6ii has internal stabilization. So since I'll start with recording internally on the camera I'm not sure i I need an external display. I like the fact external display is much bigger than integrated one. I may buy it later, but not sure if I really need Ninja. Maybe I'll find a used one on eBay of FB Marketplace. PS: I see with 2926 you still need to remove strap triangle mounts from the camera. I think I'll go with 2824 instead.
Thank you so much for sharing your setup, Pav! :-D I set up my rig similar to your setup, but am struggling with the fan noise of the Ninja V. Did you get rid of the noise by moving the microphone that bit to the side and using a deadcat? - Looking forward to hearing from you. Thank you! :-)
Thank you for watching! I don't usually use Rode mic to record crucial audio with on the rig but I find that I get the best results by having the monitor always slightly behind the mic (it will be naturally when both are mounted on the cage/handle like in my video). Rode video mic pro is very directional and it will always pick more sound from in front of it than the side. My Ninja V is not particularly loud anyway. Dead cat would make zero difference with the fan noise anyway.
I just realized my recently purchased Smallrig 2824 cage doesn't have 3/8" hole, just 6 identicaly 1/4" holes. I'm trying to figure out how to secure the baseplate to this 2824 cage in order to prevent cage from rotating on the baseplate. I see Smallrig sells many baseplates with 2 screws - 1/4 and 3/8. It would be perfect in your case, but in my case I can't use 3/8" screw. I'm going to order a baseplate soon. I hope I'll find a way to securely attach it to my Smallrig 2824 cage...
Hi! Good shots! Please tell me, at what negative temperatures did you use Atomos Ninja V? Now it's winter, I think in what temperature range can I shoot with it and Z6?
Hey, I'm new at this! what it would be the benefits of a cage and setup like this for filmmaking vs a stabilizer like a DJI RS for example. Great content!!
Cage is never going to replace the stabiliser - it's not meant to. It makes the camera more substantial in your hands, you get top and side handles to get better grip and a lot of room to attach microphones, monitors, follow focus or anything else that you might need. Thanks for watching!
yes, gimbal is much smoother option. I use this for the hand held work that can have a little bit of hand shake like interviews or when the edit is quick, b-roll, that I can stabilise in post or slow down. The weight only helps to loose the macro jitters from the hands, not make it super smooth
as good as that of my Sony a7III - I do all my talk to the camera with Z6 on this channel with AF on. Check out my review of Nikon 24-70 f4 lens on Z6 - that really shows how it works
Hello Pav Thank you for excellent instructional video. Question for you. You mentioned that you can not connect Rode external mic to Z6 body and wireless mic to Ninja both at the same time. Did I get that right or am I mistaken? Can you not have both audios recorded at the same time, the audio on Ninja will be in its own separate channel and audio from connected mic will be embedded with HDMI output is it not? Can you please explain .... perhaps I am not understanding this right. Thanks for your time. Regards.
I'd have to rewatch this to see what I said exactly then, it was long time ago but ... in a nutshell , theoretically, you can do that. Ninja V can record multitrack audio. So the audio from HDMI and mini jack separately, theoretically. I would have to try it to confirm
@@PavSZ last question I promise, or maybe you can do a follow up video, but how does it feel in the hands and how does it affect the camera controls ? Never tried any camera with a cage so would be interesting to know!
@@adood84 The cage is designed for Z6 so there is easy access to the battery door and all the buttons. It makes the camera a little heavier but it fits very well in hands. You can't use the strap anymore as you have to remove one of the strap holders to attach the cage to the camera through it.
First of all you can record the nikon audio and the atomos audio at the same time there are four chanels of audio in the atomos . And in the box from the z6 there is a plastic peace theat screws in the other hole not the hdmi one without removing the rubber peaces and its recomended to be put on if you are using hdmi cables so you won't damage the camera especially on a gimbal
Why would you want to record Nikon audio as well - it will certainly be lower quality than the audio recorded directly into Ninja V - I have proven that in several tests in my reviews before. I wasn't aware that there was an add on when using HDMI cables - need to check the Z6 box out. What do you mean by "other hole, not hdmi"? what other hole?
So you can have sound from 2 microphones at the same time and they are recorded in the ninja And by other hole i ment the opening for the audio the plastic part is screwing in there and protects the camera from every cable that you plug in the camera
My pal did the same thing , hes done lots of pro jobs and complains now he sold his d5 for a z7 , nobody takes him serious so has fitted a cage and bits n bobs , he's now looking for a d850 and grip its a funny old world 😁 its a lot of stuff just to be taken seriously
Hello Sir . Thank you for sharing your expertise. I am planning to get Z6 as my first mirrorless camera but would love to know how well the kit lens work. If not any alternative budget friendly lens that outperform the kit lens ? I uses D5300 so wanted to stick with Nikon Ecosystem since i have DX lens. By the way SUBSCRIIBES AND LIKED !!!
thanks for the sub!!! The 24-70 f4 Nikon S "kit" lens is really good - Here is my review of it: czcams.com/video/8vQ5CU5McLE/video.html DX lenses will work via FTZ adapter but Z6 will automatically crop
Just got the R6 and it runs hot all the time feels like a cellphone when using it burns/stings your hand. Going to return it and wait till Canon fixes it. Do you recommend the Nikon Z6 over the Sony a7iii? Or should I wait for the new versions of that? So far I like Sony because of affordable lens selection and camera bodies.
I have both a7III and Nikon Z6 - right now I do prefer Nikon but you are right. There is much bigger choice of lenses for Sony. a7IV might be coming very soon though - this would bring the price of a7III down
Do you have trouble with the Ninja fan noise showing up in your audio having the mic so close to the monitor? I just got the Ninja and fan noise is loud.
Respected Sir, thanks for your video from the owner of Z6. Could you please give me approx cost of rig used in this video (excluding ninja v & mics) manufactured by smallrig ? Thanks in advance.
Has anyone had problems running out of storage on your pc using a ninja v? I’ve heard file sizes are much larger and am wondering if I should get extra storage on the pc before buying the atomos
if you use 1Tb drive in Ninja V and fill it up every time you go out shooting with it then yes, you do need extra storage. I edit straight from Ninja V SSD drives and bin the master files after I have exported the final edited video
6:43 "No movement at all" LOL. It's flexing all over the place. When your rig is so heavy, you need stiff connections to the handles. 12:00 "It's heavy, but it's quite solid. There's nothing wobbling." It is very wobbly indeed. Have you looked at your own video before posting? Your rig is amplifying the vibrations from your hands. It may be OK for what you are doing; but I would be looking for something else - maybe a proper camcorder. Your photo setup is so much more solid. I like it.
it only looks like it in this video. I can tell you that once tighten this rig is rock solid and nothing twists or moves. I have been filming a lot in last few years hand held with this rig and rigs like that. I'd say that it is the opposite. The weight helps to reduce the micro jitters, especially when combined with the stabilised lens and camera's IBIS.
@@PavSZ I believe you have a steady hand. Of course you won't move the rig as violently as in the video. I got carried away, sorry. I like to see this thing handled in the real world, I really appreciate it. Thank you!
@@fuglbird this was filmed all hand held using almost identical rig on Sony a7III and 85mm lens (cage, handles on both sides and Atomos Ninja V on top): czcams.com/video/7I6orZ-ORmY/video.html
hey there bud dose the atomos ninja 5 fan nose interfere with the shot gun mic and do you no if the pre amps in the atomos much quieter than the cameras for better audio quality?
It is OK especially if the Ninja V is behind the front of the mic. Pre-amps of Ninja V are much better than the camera's. All my audio on my video on my channel is recorder directly to Ninja V
@@PavSZ Thanks. Apparently it maxes out at 8 bit when filming in 4k 60 fps. Would it be possible for Nikon to enable 10 bit in 4k 60 fps via a firmware update? Not sure if Nikon has ever done something like that.
Hi. I've just got my Ninja V (in addition to Z6) and I was quite disappointed by a huuuge HDMI delay when shooting 24/25/30 fps. It's tremendous, about 9 frames (!), which makes hard to focus or follow even slowly moving objects. Ofc I can shoot in 50/60fps, the delay'll be still 9 frames, but in terms of seconds it'll be twice shorter, however Z6 doesn't shoot 4k in 60fps. So I have to choice either 4k or 60fps. Is there any workaround with this issue?
I have the same problem since I got my Z6 - nobody ever talks about it but apparently that's how it is with Z6 and Ninja V. Really strange as it was a first camera offering RAW and it was bundles with Ninja V (still is!). I have tried all kinds of cables from cheap to the most expensive that I could buy - no difference. I don't think there is a fix for this. I'd love to know if Z6II is still suffering from that problem. No other cameras that I have or have reviewed have any delay what so ever - just Z6 😕
@@PavSZ Thanks. I thought maybe I do something wrong, because really, no one talks about this issue. By the way, are you just used to this delay, so it is ok for you now? Or it'll annoy one forever? :D
@@archonoff I just got used to it ... as much as I can. I'm lucky as I also use Sony cameras - if it is too much to handle with Z6, I'll switch to Sony. To add to it. The delay only shows during preview - there is no audio delay in the recordings (9fr delay). However when using Z6 as a webcam that delay shows to anyone on the other side :( very annoying
@@alanwotherspoon1949 The rail system I have does the trick for me. You also need good gears on the lens. i use gears from Zhiyun gimbal follow focus - they are a little bit tighter. Y
Do you struggle deciding which cage, top handle, side handle, monitor mount etc. would work the best for you and your rig?
Yup. I've been prevaricating for over a year.
@@kaysongideon3938 did your mom not love you when you were a child?
So now as it is Dec. 2023, I went with Small Rig attachments to my cage for handle, swivel adapter for monitor, and side handle with magnetic allen key slot. I went with the JLwin cage instead as it looked nearly same as SmallRig and just as strong but its bottom screw has flat screwdriver slot and also allen key slot in middle. Thanks for a great review. I liked the idea of monitor on handle which I had not thought of until your video. Great idea. The mini follow focus available are now smaller in design from Small Rig.
good choice!
I don't use this camera or rig for filming anymore but I have very similar set-ups for my Lumix and Sony cameras. I still always put the monitor on the handle
Pav, this was awesome content. Thanks for taking the time to go through your setup!
Glad you enjoyed it!
at last ! a great video showing all the bits that make up a fully tooled up rig for the Z6. I’ve been faffing about for ages trying to work out which bits to get so this has solved that for me. Top work - going to order all the bits now !
Thanks! Glad it helped - I was the same, I went through a lot of different bit before finding out what works well with what
I love it! that is a tiny beast of a rig. thanks for the tour!
Thanks dude!
I really like the detail you went into to describe each part you used to set up your camera
thank you
Thanks Pav, this is great, I've been searching for a video like this for a while and this is spot on truly. I have been debating whether to go with a small rig setup like this or a gimbal. I shoot mainly weddings. Your input is appreciated! Cheers
set up like this and a gimbal are two completely different things. I still use gimbal when I need to add motion to my shots. This is only great for bulking up the camera to remove micro jitters from hand held shots but makes it all very heavy for shooting longer periods of time
Thanks for this. I've returned to your video several times, taking ideas from it for my rig, regarding SmallRig components (They're in transit as I write). I also have the Røde Wireless Go system (which I recently reviewed and demonstrated making a location kit), so the one thing I forgot was an extra cold shoe. Just ordered that. I'll mount it onto the Ninja V cage I decided to buy ... just for extra protection. Looking forward to testing it all. I think the top handle will really help with shooting low viewpoints.
Hi Reymond! Great that you found it useful. It's always little things that make a big difference.
Great video with great pointers and setup! I have a big rig and was looking to get a smaller one and your video is perfect. Thanks!! - I subscribed!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you!
that wooden handle is nice, would also work as a cheap substitute on the new hasselblad
907 x camera, which is very thin, this is of course excluding the new c f v ii 50 digital back which fits it; especially if you were not interested in the extra controls the o.e.m. control grip offers, the wood finish would complement the cameras' finish nicely.
When you plug a microphone.
Into the camera, it still feeds the sound to the ninja. So you can use that for scratch audio and then still plug your wireless into the ninja. It would be the analog meters on your ninja.That your mic would be feeding you're wireless will be the line/mic meters
yes
Ultimate setup super video
Thanks
Thank you very much for this. I have been using a gimbal for filming, but it's so darn heavy. Frankly, the gimbal hurts when I use it all day, so am rethinking my system. I really appreciate this information.
I know what you mean! Gimbals are breaking my back! This set up is actually heavier but I don't use it in the same way as gimbal - it will never be as steady as a gimbal either
Thank you sir for making a great video that i can reference to when putting mines together
Glad to help!
Recently discovered your channel and I gotta say, I’ve been binging your content like an addict. Your presentation style is so energetic, packed with information, and easy and enjoyable to watch and listen to. I’d love to see some of your professional work, specifically shot with your Z6 rig. Where can I do that? Thanks, cheers!
Thank you very much!!!!
My work is all over the place. I trade under name TVPAV
Hi, I also have a Zed 6. Recently bought a SmallRig cage like yours on eBay. Sourced from them in China. It showed up minus the small bottom retaining screw. I contacted them, complimented them on their delivery and the great price that I got. And mentioned the screw wasn't in the package. They immediately sent me a pictogram of the unit with the red circle around the missing part which I confirmed. That was late last week, I was pleasantly shocked (yesterday which was Monday) to get a FedEx package from them with the missing screw. I have never had customer service to this degree in my whole life! All of their pieces are exquisite, modular and affordable. I bought the small side handle like you did, just using the strap on the other side. I'll probably get a NATO rail handle, but right now just using that mount point for my f6 FeelWorld screen with the same flexible screen ARRI connector. I did want to get a cage to protect the screen, but they don't make piece yet. A competitor does for $40. I am very happy with the quality level, completely thought out layout and ergonomics of the cage and accessories. Was pleasantly surprised to see your post with most of my pieces there. You can't go wrong with this setup, it's one incredibly flexible rig.
they are great. I have a wooden handle with a record button for Sony and it stopped working - they just sent another one to replace it immediately! Great products and great customer service! I love their stuff
smallrig has a really smooth follow focus
"SmallRig Mini Follow Focus"
Yes! I do use it on my Lumix S5 rig czcams.com/video/UIx5VIzwsBE/video.html
Thank you! There is an issue - this cage isn't available anymore. I guess it's diescontinued. Smallrig offers 2 different cages for z6ii at this moment. I'm currently learning about rigs and since I have z6ii I'll probably go with Smallrig 2824.
And I totally agree about overall height of the rig when the external monitor is attached to the top handle. Please tell why you prefer to record on the Ninja instead of recording internally? I think external monitor is definitely a great addition. Currently I'm also looking at Atomos Shinobi which doesn't allow to record into itself but can be used as an external monitor. Again thank you for this video!
cage 2926 fits both Z6 and Z6II.
I use Ninja V with Nikon because this is the only way to record in N-Log with Z6, also I use Sony and Lumix cameras sometimes on the same job and I can record to the same SSD when swapping from one camera to another, this way I have all the files from one shoot on the same SSD.
Also the Apple ProRes format is much easier to edit on the mac.
@@PavSZ Thank you! Makes sense about N-log. As for me I don't film my videos in raw format. And so far I only used Z6ii with OBS Studio at home. I'm not happy with my phone video quality, thus I want to switch to z6ii when I shoot cars. That's why I need a nice and not too expensive rig for more stability and accessories though z6ii has internal stabilization. So since I'll start with recording internally on the camera I'm not sure i I need an external display. I like the fact external display is much bigger than integrated one. I may buy it later, but not sure if I really need Ninja. Maybe I'll find a used one on eBay of FB Marketplace.
PS: I see with 2926 you still need to remove strap triangle mounts from the camera. I think I'll go with 2824 instead.
Thank you so much for sharing your setup, Pav! :-D I set up my rig similar to your setup, but am struggling with the fan noise of the Ninja V. Did you get rid of the noise by moving the microphone that bit to the side and using a deadcat? - Looking forward to hearing from you. Thank you! :-)
Thank you for watching!
I don't usually use Rode mic to record crucial audio with on the rig but I find that I get the best results by having the monitor always slightly behind the mic (it will be naturally when both are mounted on the cage/handle like in my video). Rode video mic pro is very directional and it will always pick more sound from in front of it than the side. My Ninja V is not particularly loud anyway.
Dead cat would make zero difference with the fan noise anyway.
Great video. And thanks for the links. NOW where the fcuk do you get the cables? Connect camera to monitor. Mini HDMI to USB-C?
SmallRig or Kondor Blue the only cables that are reliable
I just realized my recently purchased Smallrig 2824 cage doesn't have 3/8" hole, just 6 identicaly 1/4" holes. I'm trying to figure out how to secure the baseplate to this 2824 cage in order to prevent cage from rotating on the baseplate. I see Smallrig sells many baseplates with 2 screws - 1/4 and 3/8. It would be perfect in your case, but in my case I can't use 3/8" screw. I'm going to order a baseplate soon. I hope I'll find a way to securely attach it to my Smallrig 2824 cage...
Great rig! Have you tried putting the hand strap on the left handle instead to see if that works better for you?
Good tip! I'll try that next time I'm shooting. Thanks
Hi! Good shots! Please tell me, at what negative temperatures did you use Atomos Ninja V? Now it's winter, I think in what temperature range can I shoot with it and Z6?
I live in UK. We don't get it very cold here
Hey, I'm new at this! what it would be the benefits of a cage and setup like this for filmmaking vs a stabilizer like a DJI RS for example.
Great content!!
Cage is never going to replace the stabiliser - it's not meant to.
It makes the camera more substantial in your hands, you get top and side handles to get better grip and a lot of room to attach microphones, monitors, follow focus or anything else that you might need.
Thanks for watching!
@@PavSZ Thank you!
Well done. Im wonder if you figured out optimal Sound delay setting for Ninja V rode input?
it's 9 frames and there is no way to get rid of picture latency 😭
@@PavSZ Thanks... I know in mine seems to shifting each time. I never get sincked :)
@Pav SZ, Thanks for sharing. I am new to the Z family, would Swivel and Tilt Monitor Mount handle the weight of a Ninja Inferno?
I think so. It is very solid. I'd check with SmallRig what the max weight load is though before buying it.
I'd like to see extended video footage shot with the setup. Wouldn't a gimbal provide a smoother result?
yes, gimbal is much smoother option. I use this for the hand held work that can have a little bit of hand shake like interviews or when the edit is quick, b-roll, that I can stabilise in post or slow down. The weight only helps to loose the macro jitters from the hands, not make it super smooth
Great setup, could you tell me where I could find the small coiled HDMI cable? I can't seem to find one. It was not in your list. Please help . Greg
it is Atomos Full HDMI to Mini cable
Yeah. Possibly going this direction!
How’s the autofocus tho?
as good as that of my Sony a7III - I do all my talk to the camera with Z6 on this channel with AF on.
Check out my review of Nikon 24-70 f4 lens on Z6 - that really shows how it works
Hello Pav
Thank you for excellent instructional video. Question for you. You mentioned that you can not connect Rode external mic to Z6 body and wireless mic to Ninja both at the same time. Did I get that right or am I mistaken? Can you not have both audios recorded at the same time, the audio on Ninja will be in its own separate channel and audio from connected mic will be embedded with HDMI output is it not? Can you please explain .... perhaps I am not understanding this right. Thanks for your time. Regards.
I'd have to rewatch this to see what I said exactly then, it was long time ago but ... in a nutshell , theoretically, you can do that. Ninja V can record multitrack audio. So the audio from HDMI and mini jack separately, theoretically. I would have to try it to confirm
Would like to know if it fits with the NIKON BATTERY GRIP... it looks go though
no it won't, the cage fits tight around the camera
great video! One thing though can you attach the camera while in the rig on a gimbal? of course after removing all the handles and stuff
Yes you can! I don't take the camera out of the cage anymore - it's a tight fit and it doesn't weigh that much. Balances great on my Zhiyun Crane 2
@@PavSZ good to know so when doing handheld photography you just used it without the handles ?
@@adood84 yes, just the cage and the hand strap
@@PavSZ last question I promise, or maybe you can do a follow up video, but how does it feel in the hands and how does it affect the camera controls ? Never tried any camera with a cage so would be interesting to know!
@@adood84 The cage is designed for Z6 so there is easy access to the battery door and all the buttons. It makes the camera a little heavier but it fits very well in hands. You can't use the strap anymore as you have to remove one of the strap holders to attach the cage to the camera through it.
First of all you can record the nikon audio and the atomos audio at the same time there are four chanels of audio in the atomos .
And in the box from the z6 there is a plastic peace theat screws in the other hole not the hdmi one without removing the rubber peaces and its recomended to be put on if you are using hdmi cables so you won't damage the camera especially on a gimbal
Why would you want to record Nikon audio as well - it will certainly be lower quality than the audio recorded directly into Ninja V - I have proven that in several tests in my reviews before.
I wasn't aware that there was an add on when using HDMI cables - need to check the Z6 box out. What do you mean by "other hole, not hdmi"? what other hole?
So you can have sound from 2 microphones at the same time and they are recorded in the ninja
And by other hole i ment the opening for the audio the plastic part is screwing in there and protects the camera from every cable that you plug in the camera
My pal did the same thing , hes done lots of pro jobs and complains now he sold his d5 for a z7 , nobody takes him serious so has fitted a cage and bits n bobs , he's now looking for a d850 and grip its a funny old world 😁 its a lot of stuff just to be taken seriously
yep 😕
Hello Sir . Thank you for sharing your expertise. I am planning to get Z6 as my first mirrorless camera but would love to know how well the kit lens work. If not any alternative budget friendly lens that outperform the kit lens ? I uses D5300 so wanted to stick with Nikon Ecosystem since i have DX lens.
By the way SUBSCRIIBES AND LIKED !!!
thanks for the sub!!!
The 24-70 f4 Nikon S "kit" lens is really good - Here is my review of it: czcams.com/video/8vQ5CU5McLE/video.html
DX lenses will work via FTZ adapter but Z6 will automatically crop
Do you have to take off the strap lugs to attach the cage or can they be left on?
take them off
Just got the R6 and it runs hot all the time feels like a cellphone when using it burns/stings your hand. Going to return it and wait till Canon fixes it. Do you recommend the Nikon Z6 over the Sony a7iii? Or should I wait for the new versions of that? So far I like Sony because of affordable lens selection and camera bodies.
I have both a7III and Nikon Z6 - right now I do prefer Nikon but you are right. There is much bigger choice of lenses for Sony. a7IV might be coming very soon though - this would bring the price of a7III down
I want to this set of Nikon z6 all parts please 🥺🥺🥺🥺 say the all the helping accessories of this Nikon z6
it all fits Z6II as well
Do you have a remote trigger record button? On one of the handles or?
not on this rig, no
Do you have trouble with the Ninja fan noise showing up in your audio having the mic so close to the monitor? I just got the Ninja and fan noise is loud.
not really. I usually use it outside with a mic on the cage so it never picks it up. I'd use Wireless Go most of the time anyway
I have a question that if you won’t put your camera on a tripod, do you still need to use the lens adapter support?
no, I don't even put it on sometimes when using camera on the tripod and want to change from F to Z lenses during the shoot
Respected Sir, thanks for your video from the owner of Z6. Could you please give me approx cost of rig used in this video (excluding ninja v & mics) manufactured by smallrig ?
Thanks in advance.
approx $250 (I'm guessing from memory though)
Has anyone had problems running out of storage on your pc using a ninja v? I’ve heard file sizes are much larger and am wondering if I should get extra storage on the pc before buying the atomos
if you use 1Tb drive in Ninja V and fill it up every time you go out shooting with it then yes, you do need extra storage.
I edit straight from Ninja V SSD drives and bin the master files after I have exported the final edited video
@@PavSZ thank you for the tip! I’m going to try recording in prores hq to hopefully preserve a little more space on the drives.
@@syncryptic_2233 proRes HQ takes more space. I record everything in proRes LT, don't need more for web delivery
Hi, i want some help. I have z6 and video has stuttering when move the camera. What can i do?
sounds like your shutter speed is wrong - set it to be always double of your frame rate.
60 fps = 1/120 shutter speed etc.
@@PavSZ Thank you very much!!
which ibis do you choose for video?
which Ibis?
@@PavSZ no ibis?
6:43 "No movement at all" LOL. It's flexing all over the place. When your rig is so heavy, you need stiff connections to the handles. 12:00 "It's heavy, but it's quite solid. There's nothing wobbling." It is very wobbly indeed. Have you looked at your own video before posting? Your rig is amplifying the vibrations from your hands. It may be OK for what you are doing; but I would be looking for something else - maybe a proper camcorder. Your photo setup is so much more solid. I like it.
it only looks like it in this video. I can tell you that once tighten this rig is rock solid and nothing twists or moves. I have been filming a lot in last few years hand held with this rig and rigs like that.
I'd say that it is the opposite. The weight helps to reduce the micro jitters, especially when combined with the stabilised lens and camera's IBIS.
@@PavSZ I believe you have a steady hand. Of course you won't move the rig as violently as in the video. I got carried away, sorry. I like to see this thing handled in the real world, I really appreciate it. Thank you!
@@fuglbird this was filmed all hand held using almost identical rig on Sony a7III and 85mm lens (cage, handles on both sides and Atomos Ninja V on top): czcams.com/video/7I6orZ-ORmY/video.html
hey there bud dose the atomos ninja 5 fan nose interfere with the shot gun mic and do you no if the pre amps in the atomos much quieter than the cameras for better audio quality?
It is OK especially if the Ninja V is behind the front of the mic. Pre-amps of Ninja V are much better than the camera's. All my audio on my video on my channel is recorder directly to Ninja V
@@PavSZ THATS COOL I USE A PRE AMP IN TO MY CAMERA AND I WONDER IF THE NINJA PRE AMP GIAN IS QUITE ENOUGH TO REPLACE IT
DO YOU USE A DENOISER IN POST BECUASE WITH MY PRE AMP INPUT INTO CAMERA I DO NOT HAVE TO TOUCH THE AUDIO FILE IN POST
@@brandonjay_gotem no, I only compress it and add a little bit of EQ
@@PavSZ OK COOL
Hi, when using Ninja, is it possible to shoot 4k 60 fps in 10 bit or more?
Ninja V can only record what camera is giving it, so if the camera can do 4k 60fps in 10bit over HDMI than the answer is yes
@@PavSZ Thanks. Apparently it maxes out at 8 bit when filming in 4k 60 fps. Would it be possible for Nikon to enable 10 bit in 4k 60 fps via a firmware update? Not sure if Nikon has ever done something like that.
@@TheDude-vx6wn probably not
Hi. I've just got my Ninja V (in addition to Z6) and I was quite disappointed by a huuuge HDMI delay when shooting 24/25/30 fps. It's tremendous, about 9 frames (!), which makes hard to focus or follow even slowly moving objects. Ofc I can shoot in 50/60fps, the delay'll be still 9 frames, but in terms of seconds it'll be twice shorter, however Z6 doesn't shoot 4k in 60fps. So I have to choice either 4k or 60fps. Is there any workaround with this issue?
I have the same problem since I got my Z6 - nobody ever talks about it but apparently that's how it is with Z6 and Ninja V. Really strange as it was a first camera offering RAW and it was bundles with Ninja V (still is!).
I have tried all kinds of cables from cheap to the most expensive that I could buy - no difference. I don't think there is a fix for this. I'd love to know if Z6II is still suffering from that problem.
No other cameras that I have or have reviewed have any delay what so ever - just Z6 😕
@@PavSZ Thanks. I thought maybe I do something wrong, because really, no one talks about this issue. By the way, are you just used to this delay, so it is ok for you now? Or it'll annoy one forever? :D
@@archonoff I just got used to it ... as much as I can.
I'm lucky as I also use Sony cameras - if it is too much to handle with Z6, I'll switch to Sony.
To add to it. The delay only shows during preview - there is no audio delay in the recordings (9fr delay). However when using Z6 as a webcam that delay shows to anyone on the other side :( very annoying
@@PavSZ thanks. I'm going to write to Nikon support. Looking forward to see what they'll reply.
@@archonoff let me know what they say please
What lens were you using in the Video?
did you mean what lens this video was filmed with??
Sigma 50mm f1.4 and Sony 90mm f2.8 Macro
@@PavSZ yes. I really loved your video. Have watched it several times. Do you have any other videos? Stay safe. Alan
@@alanwotherspoon1949 thank you!
I publish 1-2 videos, here on my channel every week.
Just click on my name here or under the video.
I have the Neewer Follow Focus but am having trouble installing it on my Nikon Z6 camera. Suggestions? Thanks, Alan
@@alanwotherspoon1949
The rail system I have does the trick for me.
You also need good gears on the lens. i use gears from Zhiyun gimbal follow focus - they are a little bit tighter.
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1:58 Exposed sensor no bueno.
nothing wrong with it. I clean sensors daily on all of my cameras
I can't understand WTF he is talking about?
he is talking about Nikon Z6 rig from SmallRig, obviously
Filming on Nikon makes no fkn sense AT ALL
none!! that's why I film every single video on my channel with one