Building the Ultimate Sony FX3 / A7SIII / A7IV Cinema Rig in 2023 - Full Breakdown and Parts List

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  • @mattliller
    @mattliller Рік тому +7

    I wish I had a nickel for every FX3 rig build vid I’ve watched, and this is by far my favorite. I’ll definitely be copying most of these components!

  • @dpjohnjones432
    @dpjohnjones432 2 роки тому +24

    That is one beast of a rig!!! Very tastelful, clean, functional rig.

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you! I appreciate it 🙌🏼

  • @JustinGladden
    @JustinGladden 2 місяці тому

    Two years old and STILL relevant. Thanks for making this. This is the best rig for the FX30/3 I've ever seen and one of the few to integrate the audio handle. Thank you for posting.

  • @daikishinomiya
    @daikishinomiya 3 роки тому +2

    Love the intro titles!

  • @noahburt2722
    @noahburt2722 2 роки тому +7

    I just found your channel and noticed you haven’t uploaded in a while. I love the look and feel of your videos and hope you get back on the UA-cam train. Your filming is beautiful and sparks my own creativity which I’m super grateful for. Hope whatever you’re doing, you’re enjoying it. Going to search for your other socials for some more content!

  • @Kaotix_music
    @Kaotix_music Рік тому

    2:28 - I did the same with my FX30. Got the body and already had an Atomos Shinobi so just threw that on the top handle then slowly built it out with rails, mounts, Vmount battery, upgraded to a Ninja V for ProRes, Small Rig Matte box for some neat filters, then put an AT shotgun mic on the handle and JUST like you, a RODE wireless Go on input 3 with the receiver mounted on a cold shoe i put on the side. I LOVEEE the FX30/FX3 espeically after its built out

  • @DylAlitY
    @DylAlitY 2 роки тому +1

    Most educational video about rigs I've ever seen. Thank you. Will make this rig.

  • @mariomariado
    @mariomariado 2 роки тому

    Great video, man! You have the potential to become a big UA-camr, don't stop uploading!

  • @rickbiessman6084
    @rickbiessman6084 Рік тому +2

    Great rundown! Thanks so much for taking the time to go into all those details. There are so many things that are easy to overlook when putting together a rig in your mind, especially those tiny details with cages, clamps, handles etc. So other people’s experience is invaluable. Thanks again man.

  • @GoodBloodGames
    @GoodBloodGames 2 роки тому

    This is a beautiful breakdown. Thanks for all the detail!

  • @Danieljoforiatta
    @Danieljoforiatta 3 роки тому +4

    This video is perfect! Best FX3 rig I’ve seen with all the links and prices, and the production quality itself is amazing, especially the studio shots of the rig🔥 looking forward to your future content!

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  2 роки тому

      Thank you! I’m really glad you enjoyed it, and that listing everything was helpful!

  • @test101me
    @test101me 2 роки тому

    this is the best and beautiful rig setup on YT.

  • @sahandnayebaziz
    @sahandnayebaziz Рік тому +2

    Thank you for this amazing video. This gave me so much clarity and finally helped me figure out what all these pieces are and what they are supposed to do. This was super valuable to me.

  • @JonPetersonFTH
    @JonPetersonFTH 2 роки тому +1

    This video was exactly what I needed to build out my FX3. Love to see your setup with the FX3 and using a gimbal.

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  2 роки тому

      Glad it was helpful! If I can find someone with the new ronin I’ll definitely try it out!

  • @BluprintStudios23
    @BluprintStudios23 3 роки тому +4

    Love this! Thank you for the breakdown! Just picked up the FX3 and want to start building it out…this was extremely helpful.

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  2 роки тому

      Sick! Have fun building it out and using it, it’s an awesome camera!

  • @davidcherry3739
    @davidcherry3739 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for blowing my mind on a few of those small details and available options...this is an awesome rig/setup and a great tutorial/breakdown.

  • @elterpress
    @elterpress 2 роки тому

    Such a breath of fresh air to watch a youtube video without all the cringey 'youtube bro' tropes. Great video man, and very informative. Thanks.

  • @buddyfx7026
    @buddyfx7026 2 роки тому

    Gave you a sub on that intro alone, mans put in work for 30 seconds!

  • @joenicklo
    @joenicklo 3 роки тому +1

    Nice b-roll. Love the motion graphics too.

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  2 роки тому

      Thank you! Still getting into the groove for UA-cam but I felt like I achieved what I was after with this one!

  • @vahidamini1863
    @vahidamini1863 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks! That was very HELPFULL...✌

  • @goochmediagroup3615
    @goochmediagroup3615 2 роки тому +2

    WOW! Nice rig. Definitely inspiring! Thanks for sharing!

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you!

    • @jgooch99
      @jgooch99 2 роки тому

      @@jaredlank you’re welcome

  • @MaineMountainMedia
    @MaineMountainMedia 2 роки тому

    Awesome video. We have a very similar rig for our FX3. So great to see other Mainer's out here shooting Sony and Fuji!!! YUT!

  • @BakertureCo
    @BakertureCo Рік тому

    Appreciate the vid man! Getting ready to build out a FX3 and having a detailed vid like this really helps. Cheers!

  • @PerfectGuyLife
    @PerfectGuyLife 2 роки тому +1

    Nice hat

  • @leemjfreeman9856
    @leemjfreeman9856 2 роки тому

    Best video i've seen in a while. Great work

  • @DrewProject
    @DrewProject 3 роки тому +5

    Awesome video man. Id love to see this compared to the fx6, what it can and can’t do. Gotta say i was surprised to see that you’re a small/new channel, your video quality is so good i thought you were anothe one of those 2-300k subs channel! I’m sure you’ll get there quickly with this quality of video! Right on and hoping to see that comparison soon.

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much! I really appreciate that, I had a lot of fun making this and I’m looking forward to sharing mor this year!

  • @WhoIsJonHarris
    @WhoIsJonHarris Рік тому

    A thorough video my friend. The FX3 is my next endeavor for sure. Subbed.

  • @phileezor
    @phileezor 2 роки тому

    I've revisited this video several times over the year...

    Hope to see more from your channel... sometime soon.

  • @mohdgurban
    @mohdgurban 2 роки тому

    I just bought my FX3 3 days ago.. purchased SmallRig gears just like yours and waiting for them. TBH, I like the rig style more than its usability. Now my pocket is empty:)
    Nice channel btw! I enjoyed watching your footages as an inspiration resource! Keep up the good work. Cheers!

  • @progun1corn
    @progun1corn 2 роки тому +11

    That looks so good, the part of the Vmount and screen, my FX3 rig is also inspired by DSLR shooter. Love that handheld look from a rig like this, always give me great results

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you! It’s super functional too, being able to see all the camera settings quickly has been super useful for me, I always hated having to peak behind the Vmount!

    • @danjdickman
      @danjdickman Рік тому +1

      How do you change batteries mid shoot! Do you have a 2nd plate?

    • @progun1corn
      @progun1corn Рік тому

      @@danjdickman there's nothing prevent me from doing this, the rig can freely open battery door. Actually there's no need to change frequently because V mount id too good.

    • @danjdickman
      @danjdickman Рік тому +1

      @@progun1corn I meant change the V-mount battery not the internal Sony battery! Since the release mechanism of the Vmount plate is removed.

    • @progun1corn
      @progun1corn Рік тому

      @@danjdickman oh, I didn't remove it since my rig fits. It's a matter of how high your rig is, I use Nitze's V mount and Smallrig baseplate, it just fit right very tightly. If there's a higher V mount plate then it's gonna be easier

  • @gillesmatheronpro
    @gillesmatheronpro Рік тому +1

    Hugely appreciated ! Thank you for this superb tutorial, for we rarely such a quality content around... bravo.

  • @Jurgensfilm
    @Jurgensfilm 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks for this breakdown video of your rig. I'm currently building an FX3 rig myself and this is a very similar setup to what I'm going for.

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  3 роки тому

      Awesome! Glad it was helpful 🙌

  • @johnaryan2
    @johnaryan2 Рік тому

    How does this channel only have 2k subscribers? Is this your alternate 2nd channel or something? Really useful. Been hovering over a potential FX3 purchase and the rig is very much on my mind! Thx!

  • @paulofallone
    @paulofallone 3 роки тому +1

    this intro sequence is insane, dude!

  • @MrKYLEforAwhile
    @MrKYLEforAwhile Рік тому

    Probably the cleanest looking fx3 rig ive seen

  • @Samiam-mu5ln
    @Samiam-mu5ln 3 роки тому +9

    Might be a pet peeve of mine but more B roll would have been nice as each piece was being added to the main one. You had a lot of jump cuts and an easy fix for that is put some b roll in-between those cuts and it makes it a lot more smoother! Other than that, great video! Love seeing people build custom rigs!

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  3 роки тому +2

      Thank you! I appreciate the feedback! For the next review I’ll try to incorporate more broll of the build so there’s a better view. I’ll probably try using an actual script too. A lot of the jump are in there simply because of my lack of experience talking to the camera so I cut out a lot of uhs and ums lol

  • @ShubiCreations
    @ShubiCreations 2 роки тому

    Which lens do you used for close shots of camera intro

  • @bertramweber
    @bertramweber 2 роки тому +1

    Many thanks! I'm curious to see the comparison with the A7IV!

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  2 роки тому +1

      I’m hoping to film and upload a comparison soon, thanks for watching!

  • @Ddubmedia.content
    @Ddubmedia.content Рік тому

    This is a superb breakdown! Thank you.

  • @bentonpix
    @bentonpix 2 роки тому +3

    Great full featured rig! But it should be pointed out that while having filter threads on the Mirage lens adapters is great, if you have a filter on it (like a Pro-Mist) you won't be able to use the main 95mm filter slot on the matte box. You can add a second stage 95mm filter tray, one for the VND and one for a Mist or other filter, but then you're limited to a maximum wide lens of about 35mm because of vignetting the additional tray causes. If you want the combo of the Tilta VND + Mist + wider than 35mm, you'll have to put the mist filter directly on the lens before the matte box adapter or use a 4x5.65 Mist filter $$$ in the front of the matte box. Alternatively, and ultimately the best way (but slower) is to use the Vaxis fixed value ND filters (superior to the VND) combined with a mist filter in the Tilta Dual 95mm filter holder in the main slot.

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  2 роки тому +2

      Solid points! I have run into that issue and used a couple of the solutions you mentioned, I also really prefer the fixed NDs to a VND. Slightly more annoying to get in place but the color / image is significantly better, thanks for pointing that out!

  • @Humanitypictures
    @Humanitypictures 2 роки тому +2

    I really enjoyed this breakdown! Lots of great information! I'm considering getting this camera and your video was extremely helpful!

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  2 роки тому

      Thanks David! Glad you enjoyed it and found it helpful!

  • @edwardhemphill9586
    @edwardhemphill9586 Рік тому

    This may be the best video on UA-cam…

  • @quentondaniels8536
    @quentondaniels8536 2 роки тому

    Just found your video, so many ideas for my FX3. Thank you.

  • @sonaramusicinstrument
    @sonaramusicinstrument 2 роки тому +1

    The best cinema rig for fx3!

  • @aa-vr8li
    @aa-vr8li 2 роки тому

    That looks absolutely beautiful

  • @promenadenprolls5790
    @promenadenprolls5790 10 місяців тому

    I would love to see you’re S-Log3 workflow. How you shoot, which LUTs your using, and how you Color grade your footage:)

  • @TheFelixsKitchen
    @TheFelixsKitchen 2 роки тому

    Great Job! I’m waiting on 2 FX3 for our cooking show. This episode was an excellent one. Helped me lots on what I need for my upcoming Culinary Documentary. Thank you very much. Aloha🤙🏾

  • @emilehusson6052
    @emilehusson6052 2 роки тому

    Jared, thanks for this video. I just got my FX3 and have built up somewhat, but I've added several of the items you mentioned to my B&H Wish List. I suspect they're going to know my name by the end of the year!

  • @MiriamThomasProductions
    @MiriamThomasProductions 2 роки тому

    Hey Jared! This is incredibly helpful. Thank you so much for putting this out there.

  • @PaulD-vw4zu
    @PaulD-vw4zu 2 місяці тому

    very insightful , thanks for sharing!

  • @JasonCharlesButkiewicz
    @JasonCharlesButkiewicz 3 роки тому +1

    awesome set up man! looks so solid!

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  2 роки тому

      Thank you! I’m enjoying it so far but there’s always room to keep modifying!

  • @randomk7897
    @randomk7897 2 роки тому

    Beautifully done, sir.

  • @jeffelstone
    @jeffelstone 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks for making this video! Appreciate the insight and the attention to detail. I've been going mad with research for the best FX3 rig and you convinced me to go with this setup 🙏🏻

  • @QuasonMatthews
    @QuasonMatthews 3 роки тому +1

    Appreciate the videos man, I just ordered my Fx3!

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  3 роки тому

      Absolutely, glad it was helpful and congrats! Its an awesome camera, hope you enjoy it!

  • @kalkydra
    @kalkydra 2 роки тому

    Top setup. Excellent video!. cheers.

  • @VishnuAttiappan
    @VishnuAttiappan 3 роки тому +1

    Those opening shots… damn 🔥

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks! Honestly shooting b-roll was the best past about filming this

    • @VishnuAttiappan
      @VishnuAttiappan 3 роки тому

      @@jaredlank I guess the actual meaning of b-roll is beauty roll 😅 it was so beautifully shot. How you shot is basically?

  • @amitmadan496
    @amitmadan496 Місяць тому +1

    Hi, you mentioned the D-tap to dummy battery ruining the Sony camera's, does the Kondor Blue do it as well?

  • @omkt.v.1933
    @omkt.v.1933 2 роки тому +1

    Appreciate the vid, needed this info. Beautiful setup! Just became your 777th sub. Random question...are you Native American?

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  2 роки тому

      Glad you enjoyed! And yes I’m Mi’kmaq!

  • @Ashley-mq3jd
    @Ashley-mq3jd Рік тому

    I love this rig. I didn't even know much about rigging and this video you explained it well. I do agree/believe that client perception helps especially when starting out. So I feel confident investing in a rig like this just to bump client confidence and also if i feel good about what im carrying its gonna add to it.
    New sub. Much love, from Mozambique.

  • @RAPCOMEDIALLC
    @RAPCOMEDIALLC 8 місяців тому

    I love this setup.

  • @RenzoStevenson
    @RenzoStevenson 2 роки тому

    Exelent! Great video!
    It is very helpful to complete my camera, thank you dude!
    I appreciate it

  • @mezzanineh15
    @mezzanineh15 2 роки тому +9

    Super vid!
    Just a quick note, you can easily take off the stoppers on the mini FF. If you dismantle it, take them out. It’s quite a simple design and easy to reassemble.
    Another cool option would be to have an upgrade version with the Tilta side follow focus handle with nucleus N set up.
    Subscribed ! 💪🏻

  • @thomaswest-tv
    @thomaswest-tv Рік тому

    Extremely helpful! Thank you sir

  • @AaronNovak1
    @AaronNovak1 2 роки тому

    nice video. I just ordered my FX3 and was asking people what accessories I should get. One person directed me here. I look forward to spending all my extra money on this now. lol

  •  2 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much Jared for this amazing rig ! I've been studying some solutions and mine is quite close from yours, but with smallrig half cage, and i found the handle extension from smallrig really great. I'll probably go for your power solution, instead of carrying 6 battery's on me (4 for camera and 3 for monitor :-)). Thanks again and keep on !

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  2 роки тому

      Thanks! I also have the small rig half cage and really enjoy it as a second option, especially with the built in rail mount. Having one power supply has been super useful, so I’m glad you’re gonna check it out!

  • @dannoringer
    @dannoringer 2 роки тому

    Very nice narrative style. Lots of intelligent monolog. Good Job. Not sure I completely agree that it is worth the money(for me), but if it works for you, then that's all that matters. Keep up the good work.

  • @charlesmanaigfilms
    @charlesmanaigfilms 2 роки тому

    Incredible build and setup. Also a precise breakdown of your rig. I just got my Sony FX3 and can't wait to create my own build just like yours.

  • @neigborhoodbassdealer
    @neigborhoodbassdealer 2 роки тому

    such a beautiful build

  • @ZacBarnesMusic
    @ZacBarnesMusic 2 роки тому

    Great video. Subbed

  • @kpmonaghan
    @kpmonaghan 2 роки тому

    Great job!

  • @simbasimsstudios
    @simbasimsstudios 2 роки тому +1

    Great solid build. Love the details of the what makes one product better than the other. Especially the matte box. I'm building my first rig and taking notes.

  • @babybrown4289
    @babybrown4289 2 роки тому

    Sick Rig - thanks a milli for the info

  • @sebastianbussepictures4832
    @sebastianbussepictures4832 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks. Absolutely great.

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you! Glad it was helpful!

  • @ChazzGilbert
    @ChazzGilbert 2 роки тому +1

    Got my fx3 in december. Ive rigged mine out almost the same way. With the exact same gear

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  2 роки тому +1

      Haha no way! Solid choices 🙌🏼

  • @nshaps
    @nshaps Рік тому

    Immediately subscribed

  • @CreateGreg
    @CreateGreg 2 роки тому

    Solid rig and solid video. Well done and thanks for sharing! 👍

  • @MaikHansen
    @MaikHansen 2 роки тому

    Love this setup! I'm currently building my sony a7iv rig which is kind of similar but also different 😅
    honestly I was super suprised after watching your video that you "only" have 959 followers - just subscribed and will check out more videos 🔥

  • @이재혁-q1m
    @이재혁-q1m 2 роки тому +1

    It was really helpful!! and Now I am really really impressed that cinematic camera movement and lighting in this scene at 27:41 How did u filmed and set up lightings? it is stunning!

  • @MichaelKefeder
    @MichaelKefeder 3 роки тому +6

    Amazing break down, thanks! And I like you mentioned that the price and weight end up being like a FX6 once your FX-3 rig reached feature parity. I also noticed that when looking to buy FX3 or FX6 and I did my comparisons. Probably will go with the FX6 now that it has firmware v2.0, the advantages of FX3 are no longer there. Except the small size, doing public shooting without getting bothered will be hard with the big one ;)

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  2 роки тому +1

      That’s awesome! I’m considering pick up an FX6 this year and running it as my primary and using this as my secondary because of the update and built in NDs. Hope you enjoy the FX6!

  • @fullbars
    @fullbars 2 роки тому

    Great video. Very useful

  • @matisstreibahs9713
    @matisstreibahs9713 3 роки тому +1

    Thx for video Sir!

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  3 роки тому

      Absolutely! Glad you liked it!

  • @CurtPiercy
    @CurtPiercy 2 роки тому

    Super keen to see that rig for a gimbal!

  • @northpointstudiony
    @northpointstudiony Рік тому

    Used to rig up but it's an additional process and effort to keep track of.
    I ended up just keeping it simple.. powerbank + usb c, camera handheld, lens af...

  • @comcam.
    @comcam. 2 роки тому +3

    So detailed and informative! Thank you so much for making this, I may try to build mine out like yours😃 That must’ve taken a lot of time and money to figure out the perfect set up like that

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  2 роки тому

      Thank you! I’m glad it was helpful!

  • @MandoOutdoors
    @MandoOutdoors Рік тому

    Question, are you able to use the XLR and wireless mic inputs at the same time?

  • @CMFSD
    @CMFSD 5 місяців тому

    This is insane rig now, good job. Where did you get the xlr input 3:16

  • @PatrickBoberg
    @PatrickBoberg 2 роки тому

    So many good ideas on this build. Might swap the V mount for a gold mount, but that's because I have access to dozens of AB gold connect batteries.

  • @rezjrprod
    @rezjrprod Рік тому

    Dig the hat. Great video

  • @mortystation
    @mortystation Рік тому

    love it, though I still don't understand why the extra battery in these setups.

  • @Dcrddd
    @Dcrddd 2 роки тому +2

    I've been here the hole time wondering about if that tilted camera setup in the back near your Mac is for film scanning. Is it? It'd be awesome to see a small break down if posible. So many doubts on this one. SUPER NICE video btw. It just made me want a FX3 even more of what I did hahaha. Keep on! 😁

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  2 роки тому

      Haha yeah it’s a film scanning rig! It’s the basic kit from Negative supply, I have the 35mm and 120mm carriers so I can scan both types of negatives

  • @StevePuppe
    @StevePuppe 2 роки тому

    Great video. Do you have a case that carries the camera kit assembled?

  • @1jonojazz
    @1jonojazz Рік тому

    Thanks Jared! Your video is still spot on a year later. Do you break your rig down for transport? Or, do you have a big case for transport? Thanks again! You have a great and easy to listen to style.

  • @nqxba
    @nqxba 3 роки тому +2

    amazing videos, and this rig build is probably the most comprehensive in the web. i’ve got a question though, do you sell a titles pack, did you buy one somewhere or do you make your titles manually?

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  3 роки тому

      Thank you! I really appreciate that it means a lot 🙌🏼 I got this title pack from Tropic Colour! It is from there cinematic titles pack👍🏼

  • @joet9451
    @joet9451 2 роки тому

    Spent weeks trying to figure out how to build out my rig. Boom game over. Your video solved my problem. Question? Do you ever pick up the fan noise from the Ninja V in the mic? Thanks for a great video

  • @vibebreaker
    @vibebreaker 5 місяців тому

    Would love to see what you shot with this rig.

  • @tomnordmusic
    @tomnordmusic Рік тому

    Great video! Did you shoot the B-Roll with the A7iv?

  • @GooniesVideos
    @GooniesVideos 2 роки тому +1

    What was the tripod you used in your intro? Can you throw up the link to buy. Great video ty.

  • @AngelFrancoart
    @AngelFrancoart 2 роки тому

    Que más mejor que una cámara de 50mil y solo el cuerpo,sabiendo la calidad de imágenes que entregan las cámaras Sony! Buena posición! Gracias .

  • @aa1shots
    @aa1shots 2 роки тому +1

    Will a 24mm suffice this rig?

    • @jaredlank
      @jaredlank  2 роки тому +1

      I would think so! There is a comment that goes into more detail about potential vignetting issues though, so I’d give that a read!

    • @aa1shots
      @aa1shots 2 роки тому

      @@jaredlank thank you!

    • @aa1shots
      @aa1shots 2 роки тому

      @@jaredlank thank you i ended up picking up the 35mm really excited to build this just a few backorders. I appreciate your video so much!

  • @thegenerousthief
    @thegenerousthief 2 роки тому

    DOPE Set up !! Easily the best looking rig I've seen with the fx3. Are you still happy with the mic or would you upgrade to a Sean make 600 etc ??
    Cheers,