How I Build My CAMERA RIG for FILM | $5K Cinema Rig
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- Опубліковано 12 вер 2024
- I would like to welcome you to my Step By Step Build Guide for the Black Magic Pocket Cinema Cameras This is How I Build my Rig for Film! This is my personal rig that I use on ALL of my client shoots and it's taken about 6 months to get it nailed down to the way I want it! In this video, I am going to be breaking down each piece of my camera rig, and showing you how I build my camera rig from start to finish.
I feel like this is the ultimate handheld bmpcc rig for me and currently there isn't much that I would change about it! The foundation of this BMPCC Build is the Tilta cage! I never thought I would own a tilta rig, but here we are!
BUILD LIST:
Toolkit: amzn.to/3enlXmE
BMPCC 6K: amzn.to/31GU0E1
Tilta Cage: amzn.to/2D1BZpB
V-Mount Battery: amzn.to/2D12ECV
V-Mount Plate: amzn.to/2NIPHj8
Sigma 18-35mm: amzn.to/3ePjCSQ
Follow Focus: amzn.to/3ikBvLb
7" Monitor: amzn.to/38jUyAN
Matte Box: tinyurl.com/ya...
1TB SSD: amzn.to/3dSDrY7
16" 15mm Rods: amzn.to/2NMpeBl
Monitor Mount: amzn.to/3h9DUaj
Alternative monitor mount: amzn.to/3ilbITe
BMPCC Dummy Battery: amzn.to/2NSImNT
Monitor Dummy Battery: amzn.to/3dTbMpT
HDMI Cable: amzn.to/2APtZqO
Awesome TINY Microphone: amzn.to/3gSniUe
Amazing BMPCC Battery: amzn.to/3fo4VGC
Awesome Camera Strap: amzn.to/2VCvHTK
Let me know if you have any questions!
The Camera Gear I Use:
Favorite Camera: amzn.to/31ZnZ8j
Favorite Portrait Lens: amzn.to/3bIqhgg
Favorite Zoom Lens: amzn.to/2Svicnx
Favorite Wide Angle Lens: amzn.to/2u1FvMp
Favorite Mic: amzn.to/2OX43xq
The Clothing I Wear: thirdworld.co/
Keep up with me:
Instagram: / chris.biv
Website: www.BeautyisVeiled.com
And make sure you subscribe to my channel!
DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you!
Here's the FULL breakdown of last week's rig!
thanks broooo
THEWORLDMUSICSTAR absolutely!
@@ChrisFranklinJr
Will that thing fit on the ronin RS2?
@@ChrisFranklinJr
Never mind I don't think it will from looking at the setup.
Man, you make me so happy. Your happiness is contagious! Great, Great vid. Thank you.
Another good one! I appreciate your delivery - the pacing is slow enough I can follow along, but fast enough to keep interest. Thanks!
Thanks you so so much!!
That is a BEAST of a rig my brother, Im loving it.
Thanks for the video! I've recently started using a 6K and needed some suggestion for build parts.
Dude, there is no freaking way you just commented on my UA-cam video! I absolutely love your channel! (Plus you're the reason for so much credit card debt lolol WORTH IT)
- Glad you enjoyed the content! This rig is one of the best that I have used, really streamlined and a solid choice for your 6K!
@@ChrisFranklinJr frickin love everyday dads channel. Welcome sir
Bro, the perfect video I was looking for. I was building the same rig, and man. I'm so glad.
Glad I could help!
Honesty, I love tilta and the gear they make. It’s just the best🔥🔥
I literally just bought everything on this list using your links. Thanks so much for doing this video! I’m finally upgrading from a DSLR and I’m pumped!
Wow, thank you so much!! You're going to love it!!
@@ChrisFranklinJr hey man sorry to bother you. I’m having issues with the dummy battery for the camera. It seems that the camera will only turn on if I have constant upward pressure on the battery. Otherwise it just won’t work. Any thoughts would be great! Thank you!
I have been window shopping for weeks now and I happen to find this video with pretty much all the parts I was looking at! My version of this build has the smaller 5.5" Smallhd screen w/ Core SWX L Flat Pack Battery and a Mini Matte Box from Tilta. I can't help but notice that you did not mention how much your rig weights. If i had to guess, it seems like your rig weights 10-13 lbs. Thanks for making this video, and the other ones on BMPCC rig buildouts, very helpful!
I think I forgot or mentioned it in the other video, but yes, it is 13lbs maxed out I think!! And Nice! Your setup sounds dope!!
Wow. Awesome set up Chris. Thanks for the breakdown. I really enjoyed that.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great build!!
Thanks!
Thank you for the helpful video. I liked the way this video made me feel - chilled, relaxed with great atmosphere - I enjoyed it. Keep it up.
Glad you enjoyed it! More to come!!
Thanks for the video Chris. Looks impressive. I have watched many videos about BMPCC 6K rigs and changed mine several times. I use the SmallRig gear. Have a great Christmas.
Awesome video, Chris! Maybe I’ll finally use my BMPCC4K lol.
Haha, you definitely should!!
Yea man at least try and make your money back? You could always look into renting it out for some indie productions?
Dude Love it! We have a setup just like this. Keep Grinding Bro!
Thank you so much! And yeah this setup is a beast to use!
Love your content BTW!
Thank you for this! I plan on getting the 6K soon. So this definitely helps 🙌
You're gonna love it! It's an awesome camera!
Tilta is a solid choice I just rock the small rig half cage honestly. I might have to give it a look!
Cool rig bro 👍
Thanks!!
Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video!
Glad I could help!!
I’ll be sure to use your links when I’m ready to purchase my rig
@@BrandonOwen yoo!! Thank you so so much!!
Great build-out. Your other video actually had me going for almost the exact same set-up but then at the last minute I changed to another direction. Excellent work!
Thanks! And hey, do what works! I’m sure it’s gonna be awesome!
Nice I like it. Thanks for the video
Glad you like!
You are one of the best! This video was so helpful, thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
Great content. Keep doing your thing bro.
Amazing video! Love the rig... looking at getting one, thanks for the info!
Just found your channel, great stuff man. Very well put together videos. Here before you're blowing up!
I really appreciate it!
Bro the is a beautiful Gucci rig. Love the gold accents on the matte box. 👏🏿
Thanks! And yeah the gold did it for me! Pairs well with the tilta cage!
Awesome rig! You confirmed my undiagnosed OCD 🤣 keep up the good work brother 🙌🏾
LOL!! Here to help!
Nice work on the channel bro, great topics and super helpful info. Thanks man
Thank you so much! Glad you’re enjoying the content!
Love the rig.. i recently built my first one using the Canon
EOS R
Great video , man keep up the good work
Very awesome review and I love your rig, we have an almost Identical rig and I don't know if you already know about this monitor but the PortKeys LH5H monitor has helped us wirelessly control the black magic camera settings even when the v-mount battery is in place covering the screen. It's just a little something that would make this rig more awesome for you on set, keep killing it, man!
Just got one!! Testing now!
@@ChrisFranklinJr Awesome! Can't wait for a video of you testing it out!
This rig is so sick mate 👌🔥
Thank you so much! 🙌🏾
Great vid bro, keep it comin.
Thanks, will do!
Love your videos! I would like to know more about your tripod setup, or how you typically do handheld with your rig.
I have a video of me shooting some handheld video, but I definitely can make an updated video explaining how I shoot in general!
Nice! And for your next shoot you just take the camera with the top handle..
I have a z cam S6 and this totally applies. Thanks man!
Yo, awesome!! Happy to help! I heard that's an awesome camera!
Chris Franklin it is great so far. Haven’t put it through the ringer yet but stoked to have it. I should have gone with tilta! Some problems with the small rig set up I’m using.
So on my build, I got the Tilta advanced setup, but I got a handle that is also the battery. Pretty dope
I've heard it's super convenient!
@@ChrisFranklinJr yeah, i heard about 3 hours of battery life. I hope so, cause I got a wedding to film soon and I need the filming time
Nice and helpful. Thanks !
Glad it was helpful!
Well shot dude!
Much love bro!
Thanks for the video, Chris. The only thing I did not see is lens support. I would be worried about the lens mount with that big matte box. Have a great day.
I was wondering how do you travel from your studio to where you are going to film with your rig? Do you break it down and put it a bag/case or do you leave it built out? Also why did you go with a manual follow focus system compared to that of the nucleus nano?
Excellent question! Depending on the distance, I usually break it down and store it in a pelican case! But if I can, I leave it built out if I’m not going far! And as far as the focus system goes, I decided to go with the manual focus because I don’t have to worry about charging batteries or extra wires with the motor! It’s simpler, and faster to set up!
@@ChrisFranklinJr about how much did it cost to put together a solid pelican case? I've been planning to do the same thing it's just a little budget tight at the moment. Harbor Freight has some solid alternatives I've found.
@@JarredCordova Haha, I think you found your answer!
Literally bought this whole rig out of every UA-cam I’ve watched this was the best but instead of dummy battery I’m using alvins dtap cable I pray my camera doesn’t get fried 😭
I used a Dtap in the early days and switched to a dummy battery! I believe either works!
Hey Chris - I think k I've watched 100 rig set up videos and yours is my very fave. I have it all loaded into an Amazon cart and wonder if you can help me figure out all the attachments, etc. Think I currently have like 6 different monitor arms picked out.. Love to have you review my list and help me nail it down (cut out extras and add anything im missing...cables, connectors, etc. And which pelican case? Thanks man!
Thank you so so much!! Everything that I currently use is here! And I use the Pelican Air 1535!! I recently upgraded to 1615 air though, its HUGE!
@@ChrisFranklinJr you da man! All of my pieces are starting to arrive. So excited! Thanks for the best rig video on UA-cam. 🎥⭐
Best value are the orico SSDs they are also more reliable, I have had 2 t5s fail and the orico has never failed me
Loving your vids fam. Can't wait to see your stabilizing solutions.
I'm still trying to figure out how to get it on my ronin mx or just selling the mx and getting the ronin s.
Most of my shoots are run & gun
I have a video coming on stabilizers and how I get my shots coming soon! I now use the Crane 3s for the BMPCC!
@@ChrisFranklinJr perfect I'll be waiting
really underrated!!
Much love!
Loving the time you put into your videos Chris! I got the 6K earlier this year but I've not really had a chance to use it outside of my studio yet. Curious to know what made you switch from the Nucleus Nano to the mechanical follow focus?
Hey, I was pretty sure I replied to this, but it's saying it didn't go through! The reason I switched was because there is no more batteries to worry about and I don't have to plug the motor in! The Nano is still a great choice, I just wanted something a bit faster!
I've heard many times that there is a change of frying the hdmi port if you power both camera and monitor from same battery.
I’ve heard about that but I didn’t see that with the v mount setup. But I’m not entirely sure. From what I know, those are rare cases that come from not fully checking the voltage requirements.
@@ChrisFranklinJr thats what im wondering.
I have legit Swit battery, tilta v-mount plate. I wonder if i use regulated dummy battery(branded one such as Hawk Woods) for smallhd monitor, i wonder if i would be fine.
Yet i cant afford my camera to malfunction if it goes bad, giving it to warranty repairs which might take weeks would halt my work and i would need to rely on rental cameras
@@Siimkristjanpariis Most definitely, do what's safest. The dummy battery has a lower voltage requirement than the 2 pin, so I would start there, or just look into getting the Power Base Edge battery and keeping the camera power seperate.
Great... Congrats!!! One question... I using my Tiffen 77mm BPM filter on my lens, can I fit the matebox? I mean, can I use my filter on this Matte box? THAAAANK YOU, FRIEND!!!
Haha, yes! As long at the filter has filter threads on it (Which it should), you can adapt it to the matte box!
@@ChrisFranklinJr Thank you, man!!!
Appreciate your vids and content my guy! While I was looking for a monitor mount... you just happen to upload this video and since I have a Tilta Cage as well... I literally clicked your link in the description and ordered that one..lol.. I assumed it would work. Didn't realize you had some type of adapter there between the mount and the handle. If you get a chance... would love to know what that adapter piece is! Thanks a mill again for the vid!
Hello! Thanks for watching! I wanted to let you know that there is no adapter! The monitor mount listed in the description screws right into the handle! And it comes with a screw and allen wrench! So you should be good to go!
Chris Franklin Man... crazy! The one they sent me has a 1/4th thread that screws into my monitor and the other end is a 3/8th that won’t allow me to place it in the same location on my handle because the receiving thread there is 1/4th with the locating pins being vertical and not horizontal as well. They gave me an Allen wrench but not an additional screw 🤷🏽♂️... Thanks for responding though man! Appreciate it tons!
@@JerelNorthern Ahhh man! I know exactly which one you're talking about! Wild, yeah the tilta need the one that just has a general screw placement! And no problem, here to help!
Great video bro. Do you need an adopter for the sigma 18-35 for the black magic?
You do not! it is EF mounted
@@ChrisFranklinJr thanks, without the booster does you still get a wide angle?
Awesome rig! Making this exact rig! Do you have a tilta hdmi 90 degree adapter or is the HDMI pretty solid? Don’t want that thing to break!
I don't! It's pretty solid but if you can get an adapter, then I would! I'm always paranoid without it haha
Heard that! I’ve broken one on my GH5 before. May pick one up. Thanks man!
@@forestandivoryfilms I need to do the same!!
just copped this for my b cam to match up with my komodo footage. i got the newer baseplate tho - it's a lot quicker than the tension knobs. what else you got? i think i like that monitor mount you're using but i'm trying not to use anymore smallrig stuff. they have a peak design copycat strap that's half the price that i can't seem to find anywhere but their site, and amazon and b&h discontinued it so i'm worried there was a problem with it.
if you haven't used them yet sprig makes dope colored cable mgmt clips to tuck all your wires. i got some slick glow in the dark ones for shooting clubs and festivals
Great Video Chris. Shooting with a Pro Mist?
Thanks! And yup, Had to film this one on the sony so I decided to make it a little softer!
@@ChrisFranklinJr Looks solid. I've been filming my A-Roll with a 1/4 Pro Mist lately.
Hi again Chris. I ended up getting the Feel World Monitor 279S with the Gyro dummy battery on your list. Im still assembling the rig, and it seems to fit into my monitor fine. I haven't powered up anything yet. My main concern is not to fry anything with potentially the wrong dummy battery for the monitor. Have you heard of any issues with the combination of the Feel World Monitor to the Gyro Dummy Battery / Dtap? Thanks.
Sorry that I am late, but I personally haven't!
@@ChrisFranklinJr Thanks
Nice brother :)
You might have answered this already but, is there a particular reason you didn't go with the Tilta Mini Mattebox? It's only $99 and you aren't forced to use Polar Pro's proprietary filters. Anyways, great video!
Excellent question! The mattebox mini was actually my first choice! But I really wanted something that had a variable ND! Plus I looked at the individual price of filters vs buying the one VND and decided to go with the polar pro!
Everyone seems to say the screw-in cable from Tilta isn’t enough for the 6k. Tilta only claims it works for the 4k. Lots of people have had issues recording to the T5 with that cable, which is a dang shame because no third party cables will screw into the cage like that. (Correct me if I’m wrong.) Oh well, I’m only using SSD in controlled environments. CFast for everything else.
Really?! Never noticed and I've never had a problem!
@@ChrisFranklinJr Hmm, interesting... I wonder what could be causing an issue for some people.
In case anyone's interested, I'll leave the following e-mail response from Tilta that I received last month:
"Thank you for reaching out.
Their have been issues reported with the new 6k and 6k pro with these cables (our screw mount versions) so I would probably suggest picking up a third party cable if at all possible for use with our cage and our SSD holders. This is something our R&D team is aware of, but we currently don't have an immediate solution coming out. We apologize for any inconvenience!
Since we do not currently have a USB-C cable clamp and this is a sticking point for you, then we would probably recommend looking at other cages."
I thanked them for their candid response and told them I was still going to buy their cage, which I did. (Just not the cable in question... although I might give it a try.)
Bro me wondering what you actually doing with all your equipment... you‘d been telling us all the time what’s your fav is what you like bout so ever - which Camera you using for whatever - how a perfect rig needs to look like - how bout showing more footage while explaining how you did your shots and why... me wanna see more of what you do with all the equipment how creative you are at least... probably learning from you... what you think? is it possible to see more bout this here?
I will!! I'll be making a site soon and will be posting more of my client work!
@@ChrisFranklinJr 🙏🏾 Thxx would really like to see it...
Hey Chris. Thank you for the really helpful and professional video. You may have already answered this question, but can this rig also be applied to the BMPCC 4K? I'm a bit new to this and just wanted to double check.
Solid question, you absolutely can!
Absolutely love the rig! Any issues with powering both the monitor and the camera off the v mount? I've heard horror stories of fried hdmi ports and just planning out my rig, thanks!!
SAME, but none here at all! It flows together well for me!
Have you used the BM for music videos? and if so do you recommend it? Looking to upgrade from my 6dii and wanting to go towards commercial use but also film and staying in music videos and I figured this would be the best middle ground.
I say, if you are comfortable with NO autofocus in every situation, then you would love it! The camera is a great cam to use, I love the image it produces, just have to be prepared for no autofocus!
@@ChrisFranklinJr not something i’m super used to but i think i could get used to it!
Will all these parts outside of the cage, work to build a rig for the 4k? I'm brand spanking new to this...lol
Haha yup!! Should be perfectly compatible! The lens just needs the adapter since it's EF mount!
Hi Chris, thanks for the video.. Why do you power the camera and the monitor with dummy batteries and not directly to the DC inputs?
Thanks! And no particular reasons, I already had dummy batteries in house so I went with it! ALSO, the monitor that I like to use the most does not support DC input!
What follow focus ring are you using on the sigma?
It's from followfocusgears.com/
Are you using a speed booster with that lens? Also, can I get by with the 4k camera? My budget is thin. Thanks!
No speedbooster because I am using the 6K, but all is the same for the 4K! It is an awesome camera!!
@@ChrisFranklinJr I'm using your affiliate links to buy almost everything on your list except the 6k. Send me a link to the 4k if you have one. Thanks for responding!
@@theangelrod73 Oh wow, thank you so so much!! amzn.to/3pGlwKf
Great video. I am thinking of purchasing a 6k and sigma,18-35. . Do you know how well they work with the focus system on a Rhino arc ,2 slider as far as keeping the subject in focus during slides on an interview?
You just have to be sure to keep them in focus at the multiple points! Should be fine!
What gear ring do you have on the 18-35 sigma lens? It looks seamless !
followfocusgears.com/
@@ChrisFranklinJr Thanks!
Great vid! Would you recommend that matte box over tilta mini one?
Personally, yes! The basecamp was most compatible for me. I owned no filters and I wanted something that had a Variable ND to match my run and gun style.
I have a really dumb question. If I have the BMPCC6k connected to an Atomos Ninja monitor that has an SSD attached, is there any need to attach a separate SSD to the camera?
Technically no unless you want to dual record!
hey i ordered the cage but the screw to mount the camera is missing, do they sell separatily ????
Ummm definitely supposed to be there!! I'm sure you could contact them ands have them ship one to you!!
@@ChrisFranklinJr thank you brother. I just went ahead and just ordered some!!
How’s it going Chris? For some reason the dummy battery only works when plugged into the 12v port in the brick. I know you mentioned to make sure it’s plugged into the camera icon port, which is what I did initially but with that it doesn’t power on. I was wondering what that’s about. Thanks!
Hello! I have no idea about that one! Mine works the opposite way haha
@@ChrisFranklinJr Oh wow ha. ok thanks!
Chris, last question. My 6k is kind of noisy at times as far as the fans and internal components. Kind of rough for audio, even external mics depending on the environment. Do you have that issue? If so, how do you combat it? Thanks!
Black magic lovers
Have you tried adapting the Sony lenses you have to the BMPC 6K? I am thinking of getting the BMPC 6K for my commercial work along with the Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 but I wondering if my Sony lens could work as well. I tried searching for videos on it but nothing.
Excellent question. Unfortunately, you cannot adapt Sony lenses to the BMPCC because the distance between the lens and the sensor would be too great.
You don't use IR filter?
I don't! But I have heard that I should potentially start! Will look more into it!
yo chris, how heavy is this rig you think?
13:27 HA...HA! (Chris’s Trademark)
LOL! That's so accurate!
Have you shot on a gimbal with it ??
Thanks for this! I'm thinking of buying the battery and plate through the link after I save up a little more! Can I ask, do you have a rough approximate of how many hours of 6k raw footage you can shoot with this battery and this whole set up?
No problem! On my 1TB drive at 12:1 compression, I believe I can get about 180 - 250 Minutes depending on the frame rates
How do you use the camera menus if the battery covers the screen?
Hey! The battery plate just rotates up and out of the way! It's really easy
Couple of questions.
Is the fotga dp500iii better? It’s only $5 more so I was wondering if that one was worth it.
And what kind of tripod do you use for that rig? I’m literally following the EXACT same build with my 6k and I’m looking for a solid tripod.
I think either would work fine! So far I have no problem with the one I have!
And I use a $600 tripod from Ikan! It's super nice!
@@ChrisFranklinJr I bought the one from your description and built my rig. I love it!!
Dumb question though. How do I charge the battery? 😂😂 I plugged my coresxw ptap charger into the battery itself but that didn’t work. Or do I charge the plate, and if so how do I do that? 🙈🙈
Nice smile bro
The monitor dummy battery doesn't seem to be available, any other recommended brands?!
I don’t have any particular brands BUT I will look up some more and try to update the link! It was just available haha but It frequently goes in and out of stock!
You have a sunhood and a full size V-mount battery blocking the whole screen lol...
It swivels up and away from the screen
can this build work with the Moza air 2
I am not sure! It is pretty large! And I have never worked with that gimbal in person
did he say ''im sorry if it triggers your LCD"??
Yo yo!!
BOY YOU ARE FAST!
cool rig, my concern is the weight 😀
It gets really heavy, really fast! That’s usually why I’m using the smaller build out without the v mount!
Chris Franklin ikr I changed my set to bmd battery grip, cfast for storage, top plate for mic and sometimes sun hood.
@@Dub105 I want to get into C-Fast, they're just so pricey! haha
@@ChrisFranklinJr I know but it worths the investment believe me. I had Samsung 2TB T5 ssd drive. I used it for few months and suddenly start to fail me and stop recording while shooting. Wise Cfast is cheapest and recommended by BMD. And yeah less cables to carry around.
Bro how much for this setup ?🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
It’s almost $5,000 on the dot!
How is handheld footage with that lens looking? I’m talking non slow motion just in the moment documentary filming. I’m torn between sigma 18-35 and canon 16-35 f2.8 IS..
At the moment I’m shooting with Panasonic 12-35 f2.8 mft. It has IS but it’s not artistic at all.
So I love the handheld look BUT if you’re not careful, it can get really shaky, really fast! So I the idea of having a lens with IS. but personally, I decided to go with a lower F stop of 1.8 then go with IS!
Is version for canon is f4..the 2.8 got no is sadly..their 18-55/85 f2.8 do have is but not L series:(
@@ludovicavice3496 Right? There has to be a sacrifice somewhere :(
~5600 total
Thanks!!
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I don’t understand why people love with a passion 5 inch monitors, Just get a 7 inch😡
Wondering why anyone would spend 5K on a rig for a camera that's only 2K? If the rig is 3K and the camera 2K, that's still a bit on the rich side. Regardless, I'm sure there are way less expensive alternatives to keep the cost down. After all, the camera already has the most important element. The 6K sensor. All else, I would say, can be shopped around.