Studio shooter so getting multiple focal lengths from one camera can be beneficial. Every lens gets double usage. That's always been standard in the apsc market when using dummy vs speedbooster. So even in full frame , a crop can be useful.
Yup! Picked up my 2nd a74 body last year as well, they serve as B and C cam for a7s3 when I do weddings, and A cam whenever I'm filming hiking videos and taking photos, love this beast!
this 2022 was packed for me too, got new cameras, GH6 and FX30, I absolutely love them ! Hollyland reached out with the Mars M1 monitor and Mars 4k transmitters and It changed my workflow by a lot ! got rid of some gear I don't use anymore or don't need in general, its been awesome honestly ! looking forward to 2023 and what's to come ! I would say lenses is what excites me the most 😬
Also been loving the fx30! Bought the Sony 16-55mm lens for it and it's been my go to lens, the flexibility and sharpness is insane! Also got the 11mm 1.8 and it's the best wide lens imo it's been clutch for a lot of my projects! Can't wait to see you make more content with it! Hoping you make a rig video on it from light weight bare essentials to full on cinema gear ft. Ulanzi so it's easy to strip and build. All the love!
Thank You for sharing your best finds. I've benefitted many times from your recommendations and gotten more use and value with the best available solutions. Better stuff, better price , better results. You're on it !!
what is the L-bracket you have in the thumbnail? I'm looking for a very compact, L-bracket + vmount battery solution while avoiding rails and anything sticking out too far. (I have an fx3)
Another great video as always, Caleb, and once again your channel is costing me money :) You're teleprompter as monitor video was a huge productivity boom for me, just as all my in-person presentations were becoming zoom meeting and webinars. I bought the Glide teleprompter you recommended and the A8 monitor right away. But my old eyes were struggling to read text on the A8, so I upgraded to the A11 which was the biggest monitor I could fit in that Teleprompter. So when I saw this video with the bigger 16"ILOKNZI Teleprompter and the A12, I decided that my two years older eyes deserved the upgrade and jumped on them. The challenge is that I actually route one of the outputs of my Atem Mini Extreme to the prompter/monitor, so that I can use the switcher to send my camera output or my computer output to the teleprompter. So the computer (M1 Macbook) is sending a 1080P signal to the switcher which is sending a 1080P signal to the A1 monitor which is upscaling it to 4K, and unfortunately the upscale in that Lilliput monitor is not very good. So for now, I'm using an outboard scaler, while I look for a 14" monitor that fits in the ILOKNZI, has native 1080p, and supports the X-Axis image flip that the Teleprompter needs. It's not proving as easy to find as I had hoped.
Yesss. Please make videos about 3D printed film gear. I can't tell you how much money I've saved by buying a single 3D printer last year. Also, how incredibly customized gear can be for your particular needs. Pro Tip: It's likely that your public library has a 3D printer that can print smaller (PLA-based) parts for you for less than a dollar. There are hundreds of thousands of free designs online.
I just picked up my very first NEW camera the Sony ZVE-10 and I love it! I've learned a ton from your videos and look forward to getting some new toys in 2023 like that A7sIV or even an FX30! I'm going to work on getting a better lens for this one and honing my videography skills while finally getting my channel off the ground properly. Appreciate the time and effort you put into your videos and your in depth explanations for everything! Happy New Year Caleb!
Great video. Immensely informative. What is the rigging plate you use on top of the FX30 to attach the monitor? The plate that screws directly into the FX30? Thanks.
Incredibly good video (as usual). As a 3d printer enthusiast, I'd love to see if you have any recommandation on project doable for video shooting / video recording that are made with your Prusa. Thanks for all your work/reviews. Have a good 2023 :)
An idea for inventing: do you think you could 3-d print a thing that’s like a professional outdoor slingshot but that holds a camera where the yoke part would be? So like you can shoot handheld but with the wrist part making it super stable and less fatiguing. Like basically a manfrotto pixi in stick mode but with more support strapped to your arm to help you out. Seemed like it would be a good item but not even sure if that would work. Anyway great videos as always
Hey Pike. Thank you for the video . I own an A7iii and Sigma 35 1.4 used on MC11 . I was keen on doing video in the camera by buying some lenses for the full frame , however, the autofocus sound from the lens and the lack of 4k 60p is thinking me to upgrade.Should i be upgrading to A7iv or would it be a wise choice to go for FX30 considering its price point ? I am a hobbyist shooting videos of my kid, documentaries and travel films.
Thanks Caleb! Love the gear videos you do. Question for you - are you aware of any magic arms that are relatively lightweight and that can be repositioned with one hand (i.e. that don't require you to twist a knob to lock and unlock it when repositioning)?
Hey Caleb, when you shone the tube light at the screen that was some crazy nice blooming happening there. Are you using a mist filter / which one do you use?
Would love to see your take on the new Rotolight NEO / AEOS hybrid RGB flash/video lights. Been dreaming of an RGB flash forever and that it works as a continuous light source too is pretty incredible
Aloha Caleb! I just wanted to ask: What is the best recommended camera for Short Films? 🎬🎥🏆🏆🏆 Hope you have a great Holiday Season! Thank you so much as always 💙❄️💙🙌🏽
Not Caleb but i think he will have a hard time answering as its Really gone depend on your budget and style. Thats not even factoring personal preference and ecosystem.
Great video! I've purchased two of your classes and learned more than I would have thought possible. I now have 3 of the Sirui anamorphic lenses and a new GH6. Have you considered a course just on the sirui anamorphic lenses and the GH5 and 6?
I've been trying to help my dad with his. He only wants to use it to record audio podcasts with 2 people (no video). He doesn't want to mess with 2 tracks. He just wants to be able to plug in one transmitter to his computer and retrieve a good recording of both people. So I put it in merged mode and set both receivers to backup. I did some tests but for some reason, even tho the levels on the receiver are being picked up for each mic on either side of the room, only one mic seems to be recording any sound. The backup tracks on both receivers are the same exact recording as I expected but only one mic was picking up anything. I tried to get him to just record in split and stack the tracks but he seems pretty convinced that if the device doesn't do everything for him he's better of just returning it and quitting lol. Any tips?
Hi Caleb, what's the step up ring and lens cap you're using on the 18-50mm f2.8? It looks like a sturdy solution, better than taking them off and on every time they go in a bag.
Hey great video, i have a question about de f22, How much do you tighten the screw on the plate? I have little issues some time, can you help me with that im not want to brake it
Great recommendations. But believe the dominance of Prusa is rapidly coming to an end. Check out the Bambu X1C, X1, and PNP. Cheaper, better featured, more reliable than Prusa, and unlike Prusa, easily able to print ASA, ABS, and PA-CF (nylons).
Those model blocks are magical! they can hold a camera? 😂 Caleb, could you also recommend some editing headphones, other than the Rode headphone that just came out - their logos on the side are too in the face imo 😅
I'm worried about investing in the Falcam stuff. For a while now it seems to have limited inventory at BH and they only have a website in China which is a terrible one. Just worried about the future of the company despite the product being so promising.
a7s iv... crop with 4k60? this is your fave cam? why does that seem so weird to me.
Studio shooter so getting multiple focal lengths from one camera can be beneficial. Every lens gets double usage. That's always been standard in the apsc market when using dummy vs speedbooster.
So even in full frame , a crop can be useful.
Sony FX30 + Sigma 18-50
truly, the best gear channel in youtube. Hands down.
Those flat ratchets are a serious life saver. I don't use mine often but when i do, it's the only tool that can get the job done.
Yup! Picked up my 2nd a74 body last year as well, they serve as B and C cam for a7s3 when I do weddings, and A cam whenever I'm filming hiking videos and taking photos, love this beast!
2:39 that is one lovely desk setup in all white
Well done Caleb! Another FANTASTIC year for the channel!
Videos about custom made 3D printed camera gear would be amazing!
Cant wait to see what you make.
I hope you reach 1M in 2023, Caleb!
Thanks for the tips. Hope your 2023 is astounding.
this 2022 was packed for me too, got new cameras, GH6 and FX30, I absolutely love them ! Hollyland reached out with the Mars M1 monitor and Mars 4k transmitters and It changed my workflow by a lot ! got rid of some gear I don't use anymore or don't need in general, its been awesome honestly ! looking forward to 2023 and what's to come ! I would say lenses is what excites me the most 😬
You should do a best cinematic settings tutorial for the Sony A7iv!!!!
Off the chart awesomeness! Adding some of this gear for my 2023 list to buy😄
That's the first time I've seen any Xcelite tools since the mid '80s, other than my own. I had bought a bunch of them during high school.
Anyone else purchased a GH6 this year?
I did and it has to be by far my best purchase of the whole year and probably the year before as well.
Bought a pair, love them, still finding new thrills from the camera.
Also been loving the fx30! Bought the Sony 16-55mm lens for it and it's been my go to lens, the flexibility and sharpness is insane! Also got the 11mm 1.8 and it's the best wide lens imo it's been clutch for a lot of my projects! Can't wait to see you make more content with it! Hoping you make a rig video on it from light weight bare essentials to full on cinema gear ft. Ulanzi so it's easy to strip and build. All the love!
Thanks for the work you do, Caleb! I appreciate it.
I just want to let you know that your content is amazing. Thank you for the knowledge.
Thank You for sharing your best finds. I've benefitted many times from your recommendations and gotten more use and value with the best available solutions.
Better stuff, better price , better results. You're on it !!
Wow, really high quality video, great work! 🎉
Holy!! I bought the A74, FX30, Smallrig Battery and MARS M1...And I love them soooooo much!
Merry x-mas and a happy new year to you, Caleb!
Thanks for all the videos posted this year. Happy New Year!
what is the L-bracket you have in the thumbnail? I'm looking for a very compact, L-bracket + vmount battery solution while avoiding rails and anything sticking out too far. (I have an fx3)
3:46 There are actually three different sizes (50/99/155). Great stuff here as always!
Happy New Year! Thanks for all the great gear videos!
Great Video Caleb as Usual! I been watching your Channel I think from Close to the Beginning. 10 Years? You doing good bro!
Couldn’t agree more on the A7iv. Thanks for all the great content and help - and especially thank you for making my 2022 pretty darn awesome.
Another great video as always, Caleb, and once again your channel is costing me money :)
You're teleprompter as monitor video was a huge productivity boom for me, just as all my in-person presentations were becoming zoom meeting and webinars. I bought the Glide teleprompter you recommended and the A8 monitor right away. But my old eyes were struggling to read text on the A8, so I upgraded to the A11 which was the biggest monitor I could fit in that Teleprompter.
So when I saw this video with the bigger 16"ILOKNZI Teleprompter and the A12, I decided that my two years older eyes deserved the upgrade and jumped on them. The challenge is that I actually route one of the outputs of my Atem Mini Extreme to the prompter/monitor, so that I can use the switcher to send my camera output or my computer output to the teleprompter. So the computer (M1 Macbook) is sending a 1080P signal to the switcher which is sending a 1080P signal to the A1 monitor which is upscaling it to 4K, and unfortunately the upscale in that Lilliput monitor is not very good. So for now, I'm using an outboard scaler, while I look for a 14" monitor that fits in the ILOKNZI, has native 1080p, and supports the X-Axis image flip that the Teleprompter needs. It's not proving as easy to find as I had hoped.
Great summing up year end video. Wish a great list of contents in the new year to come.
Thank you for all your videos this year. I really enjoy them - great presentation and detail. Thanks so much for sharing the journey !
Yesss. Please make videos about 3D printed film gear. I can't tell you how much money I've saved by buying a single 3D printer last year. Also, how incredibly customized gear can be for your particular needs.
Pro Tip: It's likely that your public library has a 3D printer that can print smaller (PLA-based) parts for you for less than a dollar. There are hundreds of thousands of free designs online.
Thank you Caleb for you content. I with you reach 1M subs this upcoming year! Love your videos.
this is a dangerous video to watch, I didn't know I needed and wanted so many new things haha. Great recap!
Duuude, I'm super excited for your 3D print projects!
This channel helped me so much. I really appreciate the content.
As always excellent work - Thank You !!!!!
I was waiting for this video! Grateful for your work!
Great work man!!!!!! VALUE ADDED!!!!
Thanks for the video and sharing with us about the best gear you purchased in 2022. Happy Holidays!🙂🥳
I've been telling my subs you've been shooting stuff with the 35mm 1.8. I'm relieved I've been accurate with that lol. Great work as usual.
As a former machinist. Ive used my old 123 blocks out side of the indursty more then i used them in it.
I just picked up my very first NEW camera the Sony ZVE-10 and I love it! I've learned a ton from your videos and look forward to getting some new toys in 2023 like that A7sIV or even an FX30! I'm going to work on getting a better lens for this one and honing my videography skills while finally getting my channel off the ground properly. Appreciate the time and effort you put into your videos and your in depth explanations for everything! Happy New Year Caleb!
Looking forward to your awesome content for next year. Thanks for all your hard work. Ry from Dubai
Looking svelte Caleb! Thanks for all you do!
I just got the ordered the ulanzi quick release system, and I can't wait
I bought FX30 + Sigma 18-50 and couldn't be happier
Happy New Year!
Great video. Immensely informative. What is the rigging plate you use on top of the FX30 to attach the monitor? The plate that screws directly into the FX30? Thanks.
Would love to see a deep dive in the Mars m1 monitor
I love the A74 too. I bought it to pair with my FX3 and FX6 but it's really become my go-to for a lot of stuff.
Looking trim Caleb! Thanks for the recs!
If I have the 24 - 70 f2.8 the 35mm f1.8 is a good buy? any difference here?
The Smallrig hawk lock is great and a bit better..
Smallrig makes a 3rd, larger v mount better. The VB155. It's just not on Amazon.
I have one and it's amazing. They just aren't legal for airlines.
What is the v-mount you are using in the thumbnail photo? Trying to figure out how you got the battery to sit so close to the camera body.
Are we going to get a FX3/FX30 training series from you, Caleb?
Really looking forward for alle the stuff for the FX30. Will you make a camera guide for that one?
Incredibly good video (as usual).
As a 3d printer enthusiast, I'd love to see if you have any recommandation on project doable for video shooting / video recording that are made with your Prusa.
Thanks for all your work/reviews. Have a good 2023 :)
An idea for inventing: do you think you could 3-d print a thing that’s like a professional outdoor slingshot but that holds a camera where the yoke part would be? So like you can shoot handheld but with the wrist part making it super stable and less fatiguing. Like basically a manfrotto pixi in stick mode but with more support strapped to your arm to help you out. Seemed like it would be a good item but not even sure if that would work. Anyway great videos as always
Another awesome wrap up, Caleb! The Amaran F22c is on the list for a lighter, larger and softer overhead light source.
Looking forward to your FX30 lens guide.
5 Stars! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Rhett sent me...
I can’t find those longer adapter plates! I want to put this system on my smallrig cage
Hey Pike. Thank you for the video .
I own an A7iii and Sigma 35 1.4 used on MC11 . I was keen on doing video in the camera by buying some lenses for the full frame , however, the autofocus sound from the lens and the lack of 4k 60p is thinking me to upgrade.Should i be upgrading to A7iv or would it be a wise choice to go for FX30 considering its price point ? I am a hobbyist shooting videos of my kid, documentaries and travel films.
As usual.. thumbs up Caleb!
Thanks Caleb! Love the gear videos you do. Question for you - are you aware of any magic arms that are relatively lightweight and that can be repositioned with one hand (i.e. that don't require you to twist a knob to lock and unlock it when repositioning)?
Great vid....How is the Sigma 18-50 for video autofocus? Is it a go-to good general purpose video lens?
Hey Caleb, when you shone the tube light at the screen that was some crazy nice blooming happening there. Are you using a mist filter / which one do you use?
Needed a new teleprompter - giving this one a try
Would love to see your take on the new Rotolight NEO / AEOS hybrid RGB flash/video lights. Been dreaming of an RGB flash forever and that it works as a continuous light source too is pretty incredible
Aloha Caleb!
I just wanted to ask: What is the best recommended camera for Short Films? 🎬🎥🏆🏆🏆
Hope you have a great Holiday Season! Thank you so much as always 💙❄️💙🙌🏽
Not Caleb but i think he will have a hard time answering as its Really gone depend on your budget and style.
Thats not even factoring personal preference and ecosystem.
Is your Canon LUTS compatible with an EOS R?
Hello~ Can you tell us which NATO rail you using on your Sony fx30 on the top? I am trying to find a good top rail for fx3 and couldnt find one.
Great video! I've purchased two of your classes and learned more than I would have thought possible. I now have 3 of the Sirui anamorphic lenses and a new GH6. Have you considered a course just on the sirui anamorphic lenses and the GH5 and 6?
What brand of articulated arm is that, holding up the camera?
I've been trying to help my dad with his. He only wants to use it to record audio podcasts with 2 people (no video). He doesn't want to mess with 2 tracks. He just wants to be able to plug in one transmitter to his computer and retrieve a good recording of both people. So I put it in merged mode and set both receivers to backup. I did some tests but for some reason, even tho the levels on the receiver are being picked up for each mic on either side of the room, only one mic seems to be recording any sound. The backup tracks on both receivers are the same exact recording as I expected but only one mic was picking up anything. I tried to get him to just record in split and stack the tracks but he seems pretty convinced that if the device doesn't do everything for him he's better of just returning it and quitting lol. Any tips?
Best SIMPLE Set Up & Equipments Recommendation for creating Short Films? 🎬🎥🏆🏆🏆
Why an HDMI patch panel instead of an HDMI matrix switcher?
Hi Caleb, what's the step up ring and lens cap you're using on the 18-50mm f2.8? It looks like a sturdy solution, better than taking them off and on every time they go in a bag.
Hey great video, i have a question about de f22, How much do you tighten the screw on the plate? I have little issues some time, can you help me with that im not want to brake it
Great recommendations. But believe the dominance of Prusa is rapidly coming to an end. Check out the Bambu X1C, X1, and PNP. Cheaper, better featured, more reliable than Prusa, and unlike Prusa, easily able to print ASA, ABS, and PA-CF (nylons).
You are just simply amazing sir, I want you to know that. Thanks for everything.
In 2023 Q1, can you do a review on the Canon C70?
I'm trying to decided between: A74 vs. Limix S5 ii. Doing YT vids and will start doing independent filming.
4:07 very interested in this video. would you happen to know the timeline of it being published?
At 8:28, what's the background? Is it the LED mat? Looks very nice when it's blurred.
Love your channel. Great content. Thanks for the time. You turning me onto Smallrig has made me poorer. Thanks!
Love your channel. Keep it brother.l
When you do the Mars review, please let us know about the latency.
really enjoy all those white camera parts/pieces all over your videos now. 3d print?
dude, gotta check out GVM 600w bicolor light, $1k on adorama and BnH. great value option over the aputure 600x
Love this video!
Did you ever come close to dropping the M1 monitor?? You were kinda swinging it 😂😂
Is the white screen for the microphone kit available?
Hey Caleb - what's your PLA filament brand of choice?
Caleb shoots indoors. Does anyone know if this teleprompter is bright enough to use outside? Thanks
Those model blocks are magical! they can hold a camera? 😂 Caleb, could you also recommend some editing headphones, other than the Rode headphone that just came out - their logos on the side are too in the face imo 😅
im going to buy m4 tamron rode go2 next week!!!
Love your stuff man. Inspiring. Appreciate your hard work. Keep it up. You ever come to Arizona, you have a contact here.
I'm worried about investing in the Falcam stuff. For a while now it seems to have limited inventory at BH and they only have a website in China which is a terrible one. Just worried about the future of the company despite the product being so promising.
Your link for the gear you're selling is not working.