2 REASONS NOT TO BUY ULANZI FALCAM F38 Quick Release System || Honest Review after 6 months
Вставка
- Опубліковано 29 чер 2024
- Having a quick release system is a must for your Tripod, Monopod, and Gimbal. In my opinion, the Ulanzi Falcam F38 quick release system was one of the best one that you can get for your gear.
After using it for the last 6 months on long days like weddings, I have a few things that really gave me issues. Here are the two things that caused me some pain
I hope you guys enjoyed this - let me know if you have any feedback about the review. I would like to do more of these in the future :)
» Subscribe: bit.ly/2m1Y8vr
» SOCIALS Instagram: / johnle_15
NEW VIDEOS EVERY WEEK, WHENEVER!
Don’t forget to ~~subscribe~~ if you haven’t already, and hit the like button if you liked it!
///// If you are new here, we are John and Margaret. We make videos about lifestyle, foods, vlogs, and travel, with some random stuff thrown in here or there. We are a young, recently married couple and we want to make video to document these memories./////
#ulanzi #falcamf38 #quickrelease
Thanks so much for this vid! I was just about to hit the purchase button now, I'm researching more...
Im glad it helped you. I know this probably killed my chances of ever working with them (Ulanzi), but I think it's worth it to share the honest opinion lol.
Saw your initial review and im so glad i clicked in your profile and chanced upon this video! Thanks for the honest review, looking forward for the brand you're using now!
ps. i like how your whole talking head setup improved too haha!
thank you for the feedback!!!!! I am loving the new brand so far. Just used it on a full wedding day and it held up pretty nicely
Hey - the new video is here ua-cam.com/video/0F4JZ98VL2s/v-deo.html
@@JohnLe thanks for the notification!
I appreciate when creators are willing to make updates on previous recommendations - it makes this all a healthy process. I am not a professional, but have been using the Falcam 38 system, and once in a while it is harder to mount than other times, but this has never been a bigger issue than the ones that the system solves. I am curious to see what new system you are trying next.
Haha thanks! I appreciate it when creators come back and tell the truth too. Most of the time I feel like creators are so worried about hurting relationship with brands that they won’t. This is the new brand I’m using and I really enjoy it ua-cam.com/video/0F4JZ98VL2s/v-deo.html
@@JohnLe I also find the F38 slides very easily every time when I press down on the lock button first
@@JohnLeHey, dude… Thanks to you, I bought and tested PGYTECH almost a year ago. Bro… the quality and the Smoothness are way better than Flimsy and Cheap FALCAM.
What about in comparison to Peak Design’s capture?
@@AKSKMY I do not have a capture so I can't compare
I know this is an old video, and the V2 fixed this issue you are referring to, but a quick workaround would be to order a “D ring” 1/4 mount screw and switch the old screw out for the new one so whenever it comes loose you don’t need to find a tool to retighten it.
But also you’d have to find a screw with a D ring on it that’s thin enough to fit in there, so shop around a bit first!
Thanks man
Glad that I watch your video b4 buying
I’m glad I could help! Watch my video about the PGYTECH system
Ulanzi now has the "FALCAM F38 Double Thread Quick Release Plate", which has both 1/4 & 3/8 screws on the mounting plate. Obviously this won't work unless the camera has holes for both, but it fits the 8sinn cage on my Z-Cam, and eliminates the small amount of loosening I experienced over the last year of using the F38s.
It will work if he puts his camera in a cage.
Thanks for this video. I love how small the plate is on my camera, it is barely noticeable. But after using the F38 for some time, starting running into the same issues you are talking about. The screws and the ability for the plate to move are frustrating, then you need to try to find a screwdriver to tighten the little guy again.
That's the problem with UA-cam reviewers... everyone wants to be first and no one really tests the product. What a shame
I agree with that.
Thank John for your HONEST review by demonstrating the disadvantages of ULANZI FALCAM F38 Quick Release System.
I bought the Falcam system partly based on your first review, and those of others. I appreciate your re-review of the Falcam system, but I have to say that I haven’t experienced the issue with the F38 on my Canon R7. I have experienced loosening on an F22 monitor swivel that I mounted sideways on my gimbal handle. Because it is effectively a big moment arm applying loosening leverage on a small plate, the plate twists. I tightened it, and that seems okay, but re-orienting it so gravity tightens it would be better. The F38 has performed well on my SmallRig cage going between my gimbal and tripod. I’m not a pro that’s in pressure situations like weddings so that may be the difference. I may try the PGYTECH system in your other video, but I’m not looking to drop a bunch of coin on a new system at this time. Also, I would like to see more robust options for the PGYTECH system.
hi i have sony zv e10 with crane m3 gimbal. planing to get smallrig cage and falcam f38. there are tow options. one is to get ulanzi qr plate for crane m3 or get the f38 qr system and mount it on the existing crane m3 qr plate. what do u suggest is better option. and can u mount smallrig cage directly onto f38 baseplate? the cage m getting for zv e10 have qr base. i wonder if i can mount directly onto the f38 baseplate. plz let me know ur experience. thanx
@@ansali6639 Since this comment, I have switched to the falcam cage for my R7. It’s base hooks directly to my gimbal base plate, tripod, and my shoulder strap quick release plate. Very solid, versatile, and compact. I have a top handle, side handle, and monitor mount which all pop on or off quickly. I only wish the side handle rotated, but that’s a minor issue.
Thanks for this video, very helpful.
I wondered how the camera plate was screwed on and have to say that I don't like this idea of using coinage to do so. The binding sounds problematic and frequent - this alone has put me off buying a handful of these QR's. It's a shame really as their size factor is ideal for my needs.
You’re welcome!! Bc of this video, I’ve lost some review projects haha but I am glad to share the honest opinion.
I did a review on another release system by another company. I love it. You should check it out.
Been using Manfrotto RC2 plate for more than a decade and still think that is one of the best because you can do a drop in instead of sliding in. You may want to move to F50 square QR plate for drop functionality to prevent the plate from twisting when sliding in.
great video! when will you release the new video on your quick release plate your using now? thanks!
tomorrow ... 8:30AM CST :)
Hey! the new video is live ua-cam.com/video/0F4JZ98VL2s/v-deo.html :)
Great video, and I haven't heard one other person mention this. Don't keep us in the dark any longer, what's the new system you're digging? Looking to make a purchase soon.
I am glad you found it helpful. I try to be as honest as possible. I don't use their system anymore. I have been buried by other projects so I havent had time to record the video for the new system yet. I hope to do that this weekend and get it out in a week or two. Hang tight :)
Hey Jason, the new video is up ua-cam.com/video/0F4JZ98VL2s/v-deo.html
I've been using a older version of the clip from Ulanzi, and the problem of having to really screw the plate into the bottom of the camera was so true. Also was the fact that the plate will automatically get loose after a short period of time (for example, 15 minutes of walking).
I agree with this.
@@JohnLe Same issue for me, have to carry a small wide blade screw driver with me. looking at other systems.
@@BDEDigTheDead I recommend this one ua-cam.com/video/0F4JZ98VL2s/v-deo.html
They can up with the version 2. But I did not have any issues with the version 1 either. Maybe I was lucky. BTW, I'm also a wedding photographer.
Could you tell me how many millimeters the diameter of the center column is? This is very important to me.
I came from the Peak Design system with a dual plate with the Manfrotto RC2...
I recently changed to the PGYTECH system, which has some advantages.
But now I'm considering to change again to the Falcam eco system, mostly because of the cage for the A7IV 🤔
It's a hassle because, there is one accessory from peakdesign that I still use quite a lot and it's the lens support system oO
This thing is amazing in run & gun and events !
Unfortunately, Peak Design kind of let go of their system and never released anything to adapt it for gimbals or tripods...
The PGYtech product is very good in my opinion but I am now at the step of getting a cage for my new camera and the falcam cage has a lot of advantages...
They are also the only one making a camera top handle that could double up as a side handle for the DJI RS serie 🤔
I'm nomadic, I need to count every grams and having more versatile and adaptive gears is a big plus for me.
Honestly, I wasn't very impressed with the Falcam system. maybe they improved, but I don't think so. I have been using the PGYtech system and I love it. I just put the plate on stuff to adapt to things like my gimbal. As far as a cage goes, I don't really use cages, but I wonder if you an just add the plate to the bottom of the cage and use it that way?
ua-cam.com/video/0F4JZ98VL2s/v-deo.html
@@JohnLe Well, the Falcam cage include already their F38 plate built in their design (actually 2, because there is also one on the side for vertical mounting 😁 Which is nice because nawadays, a lot of my clients ask me to shoot vertical content...)
ua-cam.com/video/aQkcuJF5QHo/v-deo.html
Plus, this built-in plate include also a F22 plate in it. The cage have the advantage of having a lot of F22 and nato rails, so once fully in their eco-system it seem to be a breeze to use :D
But i've just very recently finished the switch to PGYtech Snaplock...
And by that I mean: Fully equiped my 2 cameras, 2 action cams, 2 gimbals, tripod and backpack strap...
Plus the Falcam system have the advantage of having a plate combining F38 + Pead Design, so I could put my B-Cam on the Peak Design Capture clip that I have to keep on my working belt anyway, because of the Peak Design Lens Kit System, that has no equivalent anywhere else oO
www.peakdesign.com/products/lens-kit
Then I'm considering upgrading my tripod for their Zero F38 in the future, so it would make sens too.
So yeah it's a mess 😅
Switching to Falcam represent an investment of about 700chf for me, but then it seem to be a big plus in vesatility, adaptation, comfort and modularity, to streamline all my accessories and therefor, keeping weight and space optimal in my bags (I'm backpacker for 10 years now...).
@@TaoCovillault we just need PGYTECH and small rig to team up haha
I have the same problem. I am always having to tighten the screw. I'm glad it's not just me. Well, I'm sad others have the issue also, but I'm glad I'm not crazy. Well, I might still be crazy. I can't blame Ulanzi for that.
im glad to watch this video before spending money on it. Guess I will try manfrotto
Have you tried the antideflection plates?
I don't like the fact that it's not true araca swiss mount, so it won't take my longer plates on my camera unless I remove the safety screws which I'm not about to do. So I only use it to mount my iPhone to my mini tripod, and that's it. For everything else, I like the screw type plane Jane swiss arca clamps. One or 2 turns on the clamp and it's on, never fail.
Interested to know what the new product you are using, would you say the f38 is still alright for slow daily use?
I scripted the new video. Should be recording here in the next day or so. I’d recommend waiting for the new video 😉
@@JohnLe awesome, thankfully i have not bought anything except a handle for my gimbal. Looking forward to the update!
here it is ua-cam.com/video/0F4JZ98VL2s/v-deo.html
This is accurate. Same problem here.
>>Question: did you fix the plates properly?
Look, I appreciate the video and I respect you being able to retract your prior content but I wonder if this was necessary.
What I'm essentially hearing from your review/update is that the key issue is the stability of the f38 baseplate, which is then causing all sorts of problems. this paired with the info that you seem to tighten the plate with a coin. (of course, this combined with it's respective downside.)
Now, my thought is: wouldn't a proper mounting/tightening of the baseplate resolve all the issues you have? The issue doesn't seem to be the product but the way you are using it. Correct me if wrong but the logical order of thought is:
1) it's too inconvenient to mount the plate properly. I have to use a tool or a coin. (is it?)
2) the plate comes loose, and causing all sorts of problems. (why does it come loose?)
It would be a whole different story AND a real issue, if you said: I fixed the plate properly and it still got loose. But that's not the case, is it?
Umm the way the screw is, you can use an Allen key or something flat like a screw driver so the coin works just fine. Yes I tightened it down as much as I could without tearing the camera. So yes when I tightened it up with a coin or a tool, it still came loose. If you have a better way to tighten it properly, let me know.
The point I was making is that you’d have to carry a tool with you in the field bc it comes loose sooo much
If you have a cage with the f38 plate built in, that should fix the loosening issue. Obviously not ideal.
I Love Falcam
true video no sells.. thank you bro
actually itu can be solved by using falcam cage, alreadt have f22/38/50 quick release compatible, 3 in 1 quick release in single cage at your canon body camera
just curious but as a rc car pilot and lover, did you try to put loctite blue on there ? clean both the threads with alcohol and tighten the screw just for it to bite down good, let it dry and then test ;)
might be good to but some of the stuff you have, back to work with you.
considering buying the F38 tripod on my side bcz of the price ! tell me if this did any good if you try ;)
I don't think loctite is the solution here. If you're looking for a QR system, i recomend these: ua-cam.com/video/0F4JZ98VL2s/v-deo.html
well what is the verdict with the mysterious product? can you please tell us what system it is?
Hi, here it is ua-cam.com/video/0F4JZ98VL2s/v-deo.htmlsi=dUsE9FqlhZZQqIay
The ulanzi own claw quick release is better. I bought both f38 and claw at same time and tried both, and returned f38 and bought more of the claw instead.
Hi, could you share the reasons for getting more of Claw? Thanks! (I am about to use Claw, waiting for delivery).
I went with PGYtech quick release at end. Now I have 3 of these for tripod, gimbal. @@bhtan8888
Do you have any idea about their falcam f22 model? Of their dual magic arm?
I haven't really tried either one. I have been pretty happy with my pgytech set up so that's all ive been using. but the dual magic arm is pretty intersting
@@JohnLe pgytech? Whats best magic arm in your opinion?
@@HumzaYousafFilms honestly, i have never used one. but i'd love to test out a few.
Actually I had the same issue and I am looking for a solution!
These are what I’m using now. And love them. ua-cam.com/video/0F4JZ98VL2s/v-deo.html
It’s unsponsored but if you use the link, I’d appreciate it
Thanks bro, eu tenho o mesmo problema, aqui no brasil deu a mesma coisa ahahha
So the lesson is to move just a little bit slower... don't try to jam stuff.
I've been using a Falcam F38 (V2) with no issues whatsoever. I am not defending the company per se, but I suspect you may have purchased a faulty quick release - the more troubling aspect to any (& all) items is the build at the factory - rarely these days does something last the distance; in part, it is the manufacturer becoming sloppy - the quality control is minimal. Your assertion that you're concerned that the mounting plate screw may strip-out the thread on the camera body - have you actually inspected same ? As with everything that has moving parts, regular maintenance is essential, be it a vehicle, ladder, holding clamps/brackets - it is not enough to expect these products to be of the same standard that was once the case thirty years ago, & that's all due to a throw-away society - an edict that has been endorsed by we, the user. Obviously, you have new QRS's to play with (& as I'm commenting on your video twelve months later), the F38 may be a dim & distant memory; ultimately, I hope you've found an adequately reliable replacement; I always look at these products as possessing a 'half-life' of sorts, ergo, it's not going to last; sad but true..
Oh, so Ulanzi f38 is only an release plate, NOT a tripod ! Ulanzi have only a model Zero Y?
F38 is their quick release system. I think they came out with a tripod that has the base already on it.
I think the Falcam is just too small for a camera mount. Perfect for accessories but not the camera itself.
I standardised on Manfrotto quick release base plates for all cameras. Keen to use the Falcam elsewhere.
I'm experiencing the same issues. Loosens so easily.
Is this the V1 or V2?
this is the V1. i have the V2 but i haven't had time to test those yet.
U should use a cage 🙋🏻,, then u will not need a tighten screw every time
I have the same problem with the plate coming loose. it constantly come loose after awhile during my hikes, at one time it completely come off and the camera fell off the camera Strap...
otherwise the system works great. but now I have the fear of the camera falling off during my hike and climbing...
Thank you for sharing. I don’t use the system anymore. This is what I use now if you wanna give it a look ua-cam.com/video/0F4JZ98VL2s/v-deo.html
yes, pgytech plate is better than ulanzi
agree!!!
Agree!!! DON'T BUY THIS!!!!!!!Camera Quick Release Plate sucks I've had cameras to fall off tripods and one broke and also it gets stuck sometimes..
I agree - give this a watch
I can not share your experience. I use this system for almost a year and never had any issues with this quick release system. Mounted it on the camera once changing between bas plates never was any issues! Foe me it just works as it should.
I just received it and it sucks, the plate keeps getting loose no matter how hard you screw it in
@@vincenzodellama7158 perhaps it depends on the camera. I use a Sony A7s3 and a Sony FX3 with the plates and habe no issues. Screwed in once and never got loose.
@@georgspandl767 I have an A7riii, and the base plate doesn't stay on. I can't even turn the camera sideways on a tripod without the base plate turning.
thank you for sharing your experience. I think you're one of the few that it's working for.
@@vincenzodellama7158 Not sure if youve had a chance to take a look at my new set up - ua-cam.com/video/0F4JZ98VL2s/v-deo.html it works
I don't know how everyone can keep recommending this stupid system. It is so hard to put it back you really need to match everything %100 otherwise it is not gonna click in. I hate that system and unfortunately i believed the youtubers and get 6 of them. I am so angry:@
Btw. Thanks for the video, finally someone is honest.
@@OUCGN Thank you for this! I bought systems too, but it didn't really work for me when i needed it. I don't use the system anymore. I found another brand i like a lot better. I think i'll make a video on that new system.
seems like a user error. never had this issue with the Falcam.
DUDE, this is at all plates! not ulanzi fault
take a look at these... pretty cool ua-cam.com/video/0F4JZ98VL2s/v-deo.html
@@JohnLe sorry, just got the ulanzi plate on the ronin and its a pain, its the worst thing ever.!!!
bro you really need to just jump to the point when you make a video. I'm stopped and writing this comment at the 1:28 mark. You've wasted 1 1/2 minutes of my life just talking nothing useful. Get. to. the. point. Right from second 2 or 3 you could say this..... "Hey guys whats up, as you may know I reviewed this product before, but since then I've spent a lot more time using it and here are a few helpful things I've noticed that I wanted to let you know, that may give you a few of the downsides of this product as well. The first one is ______......."
Boom. You've spent maybe 15 seconds saying all that, getting right to the point, and everyone's happy. You gotta learn to get to the point man.
I think your wrong with your review. It just seems that your dogging on ulanzi
thank you for your feedback. if you look at the comments, there are other users who had the same issues. Plus it doesn't serve me anything to talk badly about a brand... actually it cost me some gear for testing.
You went from looking like a professional in your old video to the stereo typical youtuber who dresses like a teenager Dx although your audio has greatly improved, the whole set up and look of this just screams cookie cutter. Rip
lol my guy with the tough feedback!!!!
Blue Loctite.
*mic drop*