You can make the whole rig smaller by using smallrigs NPF battery that has the usbc pd out port to power the camera while it powers the monitor. It’s 76wh which is more than the v mount you’re using on this video. Just a tip cause I used to have the same build for the R5C making it big for no reason. Unless you’re using a 99wh or more v mount it’s not really worth it and that’s for long full day shoots where the NPF can also last.
I could see that being another option. I just usually like to have a battery solely powering the camera so even if the monitor dies, the camera is still good to go. But honestly I think the Ninja V+ eats up batteries. The Shinobi is probably a better option since I’m not recording externally. I’ve been thinking about picking one up
@ check out the viltrox dcx3! 6 inch monitor with beautiful colors and at a fraction of the price with both hdmi and sdi and a lower budget option with hdmi only Nice in between from a 5 inch and 7 inch cause either might seem too small or too big
I have a question if you don’t mind. I recently bought an R8 and have found that when I attatch my Portkeys PT5 II monitor then the camera’s screen turs off. I’m trying to figure out if I have the camera set up wrong or if it is a monitor compatability issue. Any suggestions you have are appreciated. Thanks!
So as far as I know, it doesn’t work the same as an R5 or R5C for example. You cannot have an HDMI connected and use the flip out screen AND record internally. You can change a setting that would allow you to see both, but you lose the ability to record internally. To find this setting, you go into the menu, first tab, page 8 - changing the HDMI Display setting to the one that has both the camera and screen icon lets you see both. But like I said, you can’t record internally like this. It isn’t ideal I know. If there is a way to do it though, I’d be interested to know.
@ Thanks, that what I was experiencing so it’s a camera thing then. At least I know I’m not doing something wrong. &sing my BMPCC 4K I can see both monitors. According to the Atomos Web site the Shinobi II can control the R8, so I might try one out.
I own canon lenses already. Was debating on this vs the fx30 or the Panasonic s5. I want 4k60 but I also do photos. Currently using the eos R. Would you recommend the r8 or the others
Well if you already own Canon lenses, it’s probably better to go the Canon route from a financial standpoint. But ultimately it’s just whichever you’d feel comfortable with and can get the job done
@ I like canon workflow I just like the way Sony footage look when I upload it. Seems like it comes out more clear. It’s tuff choice. That fx30 feels very nice in hand.but I love canon menu system
Hey! I’m a Canon R8 user myself, and I’ve used it for nearly a year for professional photography and videography. Here are my thoughts: PROS - The autofocus is stellar - Th colors are great - 4k 60p with no crop in 4:2:2 10bit log - 40fps in still photos - Photos look fantastic, especially in first-curtain shutter - Excellent low light performance - Full frame sensor CONS - No IBIS - Poor battery life - One card slot - Overheats at 4k 60p in sunny conditions OVERALL The R8 serves me very well. I find ways to get around the limitations, and it’s a very reliable camera. I would go with it if you’re someone who wants to take professional photos, because the 24MP will be great for that. The full frame sensor is also HUGE, because I do low-light work and I work frequently in real estate, so having the ability to go wide is great, whereas with a cropped camera like the FX30, it’s much harder to get wide shots. The R8 does overheat sometimes. I’ve had it happen just a couple of times, and it was once at a summer camp in like 85 degree sunlight, and the other time in equally warm temperatures filming a football game. If most of your usage is indoors or shady areas or you aren’t shooting 4k 60p much, you really should be just fine. I would personally recommend the R8 for the reasons listed above. Let me know if you have any more questions please! Also, if you plan to buy it, ABSOLUTELY use Canon’s refurbished page. I’ve saved hundreds and hundreds of dollars by doing that. For instance, the $1500 camera went for $900 refurbished on Black Friday. It’s still under $1,000 I believe
@@JacksTheater thank you a lot for that great info. I love the canon eos r. I mainly want 4k60 and the updated no crop and updated sensor/color. I wasn’t sure how much of an upgrade it would be coming from what I have. I have the sigma 18-35 and rf 50m 1.8. I do both photos and video.
@@Lanatemusic The Sigma 18-35 is an APSC lens, so there will be an automatic crop to the video. It'll be roughly a 28-56mm full-frame equivalent, which is still really solid. Just be aware that for photos you'll lose a lot of resolution because there's an automatic crop on the sensor. The RF 50mm will not have this crop, however. It will utilize the full sensor. In my opinion, the R8 is a noticeable upgrade from the R because of newer technology and better video specs. You'll get 4k 60p in full frame (unless you're using a cropped lens like the Sigma 18-35). Be aware that the body is a fair bit smaller, so it may not fit your hands as well as the R does. I personally almost always have mine outfitted with a cage from SmallRig. If you can sell your EOS R for a good price, (maybe $700 or more), then I would use that money and a little bit more to buy the R8 refurbished. You'll save about $600 by getting that over the FX30, which you can then use to invest in a solid lens.
Cool rig brotha
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You can make the whole rig smaller by using smallrigs NPF battery that has the usbc pd out port to power the camera while it powers the monitor. It’s 76wh which is more than the v mount you’re using on this video. Just a tip cause I used to have the same build for the R5C making it big for no reason. Unless you’re using a 99wh or more v mount it’s not really worth it and that’s for long full day shoots where the NPF can also last.
I could see that being another option. I just usually like to have a battery solely powering the camera so even if the monitor dies, the camera is still good to go. But honestly I think the Ninja V+ eats up batteries. The Shinobi is probably a better option since I’m not recording externally. I’ve been thinking about picking one up
@ check out the viltrox dcx3! 6 inch monitor with beautiful colors and at a fraction of the price with both hdmi and sdi and a lower budget option with hdmi only
Nice in between from a 5 inch and 7 inch cause either might seem too small or too big
I have a question if you don’t mind. I recently bought an R8 and have found that when I attatch my Portkeys PT5 II monitor then the camera’s screen turs off. I’m trying to figure out if I have the camera set up wrong or if it is a monitor compatability issue. Any suggestions you have are appreciated. Thanks!
So as far as I know, it doesn’t work the same as an R5 or R5C for example. You cannot have an HDMI connected and use the flip out screen AND record internally. You can change a setting that would allow you to see both, but you lose the ability to record internally.
To find this setting, you go into the menu, first tab, page 8 - changing the HDMI Display setting to the one that has both the camera and screen icon lets you see both. But like I said, you can’t record internally like this. It isn’t ideal I know. If there is a way to do it though, I’d be interested to know.
@ Thanks, that what I was experiencing so it’s a camera thing then. At least I know I’m not doing something wrong. &sing my BMPCC 4K I can see both monitors. According to the Atomos Web site the Shinobi II can control the R8, so I might try one out.
I own canon lenses already. Was debating on this vs the fx30 or the Panasonic s5. I want 4k60 but I also do photos. Currently using the eos R. Would you recommend the r8 or the others
Well if you already own Canon lenses, it’s probably better to go the Canon route from a financial standpoint. But ultimately it’s just whichever you’d feel comfortable with and can get the job done
@ I like canon workflow I just like the way Sony footage look when I upload it. Seems like it comes out more clear. It’s tuff choice. That fx30 feels very nice in hand.but I love canon menu system
Hey! I’m a Canon R8 user myself, and I’ve used it for nearly a year for professional photography and videography. Here are my thoughts:
PROS
- The autofocus is stellar
- Th colors are great
- 4k 60p with no crop in 4:2:2 10bit log
- 40fps in still photos
- Photos look fantastic, especially in first-curtain shutter
- Excellent low light performance
- Full frame sensor
CONS
- No IBIS
- Poor battery life
- One card slot
- Overheats at 4k 60p in sunny conditions
OVERALL
The R8 serves me very well. I find ways to get around the limitations, and it’s a very reliable camera. I would go with it if you’re someone who wants to take professional photos, because the 24MP will be great for that. The full frame sensor is also HUGE, because I do low-light work and I work frequently in real estate, so having the ability to go wide is great, whereas with a cropped camera like the FX30, it’s much harder to get wide shots.
The R8 does overheat sometimes. I’ve had it happen just a couple of times, and it was once at a summer camp in like 85 degree sunlight, and the other time in equally warm temperatures filming a football game. If most of your usage is indoors or shady areas or you aren’t shooting 4k 60p much, you really should be just fine.
I would personally recommend the R8 for the reasons listed above. Let me know if you have any more questions please! Also, if you plan to buy it, ABSOLUTELY use Canon’s refurbished page. I’ve saved hundreds and hundreds of dollars by doing that. For instance, the $1500 camera went for $900 refurbished on Black Friday. It’s still under $1,000 I believe
@@JacksTheater thank you a lot for that great info. I love the canon eos r. I mainly want 4k60 and the updated no crop and updated sensor/color. I wasn’t sure how much of an upgrade it would be coming from what I have. I have the sigma 18-35 and rf 50m 1.8. I do both photos and video.
@@Lanatemusic The Sigma 18-35 is an APSC lens, so there will be an automatic crop to the video. It'll be roughly a 28-56mm full-frame equivalent, which is still really solid. Just be aware that for photos you'll lose a lot of resolution because there's an automatic crop on the sensor. The RF 50mm will not have this crop, however. It will utilize the full sensor.
In my opinion, the R8 is a noticeable upgrade from the R because of newer technology and better video specs. You'll get 4k 60p in full frame (unless you're using a cropped lens like the Sigma 18-35). Be aware that the body is a fair bit smaller, so it may not fit your hands as well as the R does. I personally almost always have mine outfitted with a cage from SmallRig.
If you can sell your EOS R for a good price, (maybe $700 or more), then I would use that money and a little bit more to buy the R8 refurbished. You'll save about $600 by getting that over the FX30, which you can then use to invest in a solid lens.