Most underrated piece of equipment are those earbuds! Saw so many people in your 24 hours at Daytona video with no ear protection while you were using yours. Hearing those engines is great but rattling ear drums sucks.
Awesome video, like to hear just a clear, simple real world workflow. Nothing fancy like the other UA-camrs usually show with almost never used 'setups'.
If you don’t know, SmallRig makes a mechanical adapter for their cage that allows you to use the actual full FX3 top handle audio unit versus the more clunky handle less version on the A7S3.
I did know that, but to fit this in the compartment under the my scooter seat (what I use at the track), I have to remove it. The hot shoe piece is super quick to take off - so I chose that this go around.
Did you notice any difference in focus speeds when you switched away from the sony 24-70? Im debating between the A7IV or FX3/A7siii. Just trying to figure out which direction to go for cars, sports, car sports haha and youtube. Your intro edit was great btw.
The sigma might be barely slower, but you can adjust settings on the newer cameras to change quicker. So it’s a wash for me versus the Sony 24-70. If you’re video focused, the a7s3 is a great place to start. If you need a hybrid, the a74 👍🏻
I'm of the same mind. FX30 (crop sensor for conferences) + A7s3. I thought about the FX6 but couldn't justify the extra $ just for internal NDs. Plus carry less with mirrorless, I get it all on a Mbike, inc lights
Loved this video. When recording with the safety track through your top handle, do you lose stereo audio? If so, would you ever prefer to have stereo instead of the safety track?
You lose true stereo sound, yes. But I’m also only using one mic, so having the same track in both ears isn’t super noticeable for what I’m making - 99% of which is played on a phone.
What model Peli do you have here? Recently gone full time shooting motorsport and I need to consolidate bags! 2 Camera bodies and 3-4 lenses (including a large 150-600 sigma lens), as well as all the accessories is feeling like a tall order in one case!
They are, mostly because I’m shooting a lot of 60fps. Sometimes at 24fps I have to crank it, so I would probably go up one more ND if that’s what you plan to shoot.
Do you think it'd be possible to do both photo and video at a high level at the same event? Or is trying to do both delusional? I ask because i have a background in photo and video. Ive been out of both for awhile, but i just happened into some fantastic gear. Looking to build a portfolio as a hobby currently, but not sure if trying to do both is delusion, and that i should focus on one.
It’s just my opinion, but I don’t know of anyone doing both at a super high level. The sessions are not generally long and they are two completely different disciplines.
Good question. At some of the tracks we shoot, we are pretty far from the action, so the 400mm is a must. There are times I wish I had a 70-200, but I also don’t want to bring anymore gear than I’m already brining.
@@gregsvideogarage fair Ig it’s all preference for the night portions I could see the benefit of f/2.8 and then getting a tele converter for day time use
@@michaelmlyn 2.8 would be a big help at night, for sure. I’m not a fan of the teleconverters personally, so I’d rather have a 4.5 lens at night than a teleconveter during the day.
@@gregsvideogarage are you constantly adjusting it during the shot or just leave it on? I’ve used it primarily for photo and understand how difficult might be to set it up if proximity from an object keeps changing. So I wondered how do you go around this as clearly you are shooting very fast moving objects 😀
My proximity to the cars doesn’t really change the cpl, more the relation of my camera angle to the sun. But I usually set it for a stretch that I plan to use in the clip (apex, exit, etc) and leave it alone while panning.
Most underrated piece of equipment are those earbuds! Saw so many people in your 24 hours at Daytona video with no ear protection while you were using yours.
Hearing those engines is great but rattling ear drums sucks.
You’re 100% correct. I went a long time not taking it serious, and my hearing isn’t what it was 5 years ago. I’m taking it serious now for sure.
Awesome video, like to hear just a clear, simple real world workflow. Nothing fancy like the other UA-camrs usually show with almost never used 'setups'.
No fluff for me dude ha. No gimmicks. All these pieces have real world use for me.
This was fire very informative and bro does not gate keep love to see it
Awesome Audio trick with the Safety track for overly loud moments!
It’s saved my life more than once, that’s for sure!
Hey. Great content, It's refreshing to find stuff that's easy to understand and gets straight to the point without going too deep. ;)
Thanks dude 👊🏻🙏🏻
This is the stuff I love. Thanks! I'm headed to Daytona in a week to film MotoAmerica. Can't wait!
Thanks dude. Good luck in Daytona!
having just bought a A7IV and 100-400 GM I'm learning so much here before I head to the track
If you don’t know, SmallRig makes a mechanical adapter for their cage that allows you to use the actual full FX3 top handle audio unit versus the more clunky handle less version on the A7S3.
I did know that, but to fit this in the compartment under the my scooter seat (what I use at the track), I have to remove it. The hot shoe piece is super quick to take off - so I chose that this go around.
Your editing is amazing, even in these non-race videos!
Thank you so much!
So good!!
Thanks dude 👊🏻🙏🏻
Did you notice any difference in focus speeds when you switched away from the sony 24-70? Im debating between the A7IV or FX3/A7siii. Just trying to figure out which direction to go for cars, sports, car sports haha and youtube. Your intro edit was great btw.
The sigma might be barely slower, but you can adjust settings on the newer cameras to change quicker. So it’s a wash for me versus the Sony 24-70. If you’re video focused, the a7s3 is a great place to start. If you need a hybrid, the a74 👍🏻
I'm of the same mind. FX30 (crop sensor for conferences) + A7s3. I thought about the FX6 but couldn't justify the extra $ just for internal NDs. Plus carry less with mirrorless, I get it all on a Mbike, inc lights
The lighter load is a game changer for me.
Loved this video. When recording with the safety track through your top handle, do you lose stereo audio? If so, would you ever prefer to have stereo instead of the safety track?
You lose true stereo sound, yes. But I’m also only using one mic, so having the same track in both ears isn’t super noticeable for what I’m making - 99% of which is played on a phone.
Hey man - thanks for this video! Can you go more into your audio setup with the xlr handle? Greetings
I’ll do an audio video soon 👍🏻
Also you should show off your computer rig (for editing) next if you haven't done that yet.
Great idea 👍🏻. I’ll add it to the list.
What model Peli do you have here? Recently gone full time shooting motorsport and I need to consolidate bags! 2 Camera bodies and 3-4 lenses (including a large 150-600 sigma lens), as well as all the accessories is feeling like a tall order in one case!
Pelican 1516 I believe. The overhead compatible one. Would be hard to fit all of that though ha.
@@gregsvideogarage haha we love tall orders 🫡
do you find those two nd/pl filters cover you in most cases or do you have stronger filters for bright daylight?
They are, mostly because I’m shooting a lot of 60fps. Sometimes at 24fps I have to crank it, so I would probably go up one more ND if that’s what you plan to shoot.
Do you think it'd be possible to do both photo and video at a high level at the same event? Or is trying to do both delusional?
I ask because i have a background in photo and video. Ive been out of both for awhile, but i just happened into some fantastic gear. Looking to build a portfolio as a hobby currently, but not sure if trying to do both is delusion, and that i should focus on one.
It’s just my opinion, but I don’t know of anyone doing both at a super high level. The sessions are not generally long and they are two completely different disciplines.
Just curious why you chose a 100-400 over a 70-200mm 2.8?
Good question. At some of the tracks we shoot, we are pretty far from the action, so the 400mm is a must. There are times I wish I had a 70-200, but I also don’t want to bring anymore gear than I’m already brining.
@@gregsvideogarage fair Ig it’s all preference for the night portions I could see the benefit of f/2.8 and then getting a tele converter for day time use
@@michaelmlyn 2.8 would be a big help at night, for sure. I’m not a fan of the teleconverters personally, so I’d rather have a 4.5 lens at night than a teleconveter during the day.
@@gregsvideogarage that’s a fair point definitely sharper images with the 100-400 then the tele-converted 70-200
Hey Greg, are you shooting everything cars related with CPL filters on?
Unless it’s night time, I always have a CPL on.
@@gregsvideogarage are you constantly adjusting it during the shot or just leave it on? I’ve used it primarily for photo and understand how difficult might be to set it up if proximity from an object keeps changing. So I wondered how do you go around this as clearly you are shooting very fast moving objects 😀
My proximity to the cars doesn’t really change the cpl, more the relation of my camera angle to the sun. But I usually set it for a stretch that I plan to use in the clip (apex, exit, etc) and leave it alone while panning.
@@gregsvideogarage makes sense.. thanks for the answer :) appreciated
your my favourite 🤍
You never shoot with a gimbal?
On occasion, but not very often. Much prefer the handheld look.
No swish. No like. Sorry, those are the rules. 🏀🗑
Ha next time 🏀