I bought the FX 30 and love it. Been using the FS5 for years. In between two brands on glass. Now moving everything to Sony and this is my next rig. Totally amazed by everything I see coming of the FX6. It seems to punch above it’s weight and love the built in ND.
Other people have done similar builds and they make the top look cheap and the say its no good. With your build, it looks really sturdy and makes me want to reconsider the Sony FX6, great job Jared !
People love to hate! I haven’t had any issue with it so far. One thing I am upgrading is the mic holder, I found a 3D printed shock mount that is bolt on compatible and looks a lot more sturdy than the stock one.
@@jaredlank That's great ! I'm looking forward to your shoulder rig build for this rig. I have a shoulder rig for my Panasonic S1H and I finally have it the I need it. Good luck and keep up the good work. By the way, here's my UA-cam page if your interested. ua-cam.com/channels/xRMk3DgdyFpCyvXkg-HrJQ.html
haha hell yeah! That's great man! I'm glad it worked out for you, I think I'm gonna do an update video on my FX3 next and show how I use it and the FX6 together 👍🏼
I appreciate it! I’m definitely commuting more to UA-cam going into 2023 and am hoping to put out videos on a regular basis. I have a ton of ideas so I just have to make them!
Hey man, I really liked your overview of your FX6 cinema camera build, I’m currently studying with full sail to get a bachelors in digital cinematography and around the 10 month mark will be receiving an FX6 through the school. Hope to see more videos on the FX6 and its use in the field!! 🎥
Good information but filming in low-light actually makes it a bit challenging to see what you have going on until you insert the cutaways. Sure, it's trendy for filmmakers to shoot darkly, but I'm watching this for information, I don't need atmosphere like a dark Game of Thrones ep. And I'm watching with screen turned on on a brand new MBP M2 16". Higher key light would be very helpful.
God damn, thought you had millions of subscribers… For your quality you deserve so much more than you have!! Incredible shots, super interesting (even though I can’t afford anything 🙁 )and really entertaining!
Can't wait for the FX3 / FX6 comparison... I have the FX3 and budget wise prob need to keep that as my A cam for a while yet (have an A7IV that works as a B Cam for now) but FX6 seems pretty awesome w Nds, etc. Thanks for the time you put into this - great stuff.
First off, thanks for the video, great seeing some of the accessories in use. However, it would have really been useful, if you had lit the whole thing a bit more high-key. I get it, moody is nice and all, but I guess since this video had more of a functional purpose it's kind of a bummer that at times I could barely see what you were building.
Love to hear the acute breakdown. Efficiency is my main goal and it looks like you found a great solution for yourself. Would love to hear the follow up video about fx6/3 as A and B Cam.
Hey Jared, I'd reallyyyyy love to see a video going more in depth on the Zoom Rocker functionality of the camera! I've only found one other video on youtube that shows anything about the zoom rocker. An in depth look at the variable speeds using different lenses like your 16-35 PZ and 28-135 PZ would be awesome for us looking to use this for documentary work. Thank you!
Hey Jared! Really enjoyed both your FX6 and FX3 builds; I've done similar builds to both of mine, but it's def been cool to see your approach. Do you still plan on doing head-to-head comparions of both cameras? any other upcoming content regarding each camera that you plan to film and share, as you mentioned at the end of both videos? Keep up the great work!
Thanks for the video. Could you do a video on your setting if the camera. I have only found less than handful of videos on the setting. Would greatly appreciate if. Otherwise great video.
Solid video. One comment, and I think you will find this out yourself, but the wireless transmitter mount on the side.. doesn’t work with the side handle when you actually try to put a unit on the mount. A teradek or hollyland will block your hand from actually using the side handle. I believe it’s suppose to be used without the side handle.
Good call! I don’t use one at the moment so that’s super helpful. I’ll try to borrow my buddy’s to see how it interferes with the handle and if I can find an alternative setup
The only time I use rods is when I'm going shoulder mount. I use the small rig shoulder rig that mounts to a VCT base plate. Then I use small rig extension arms with an attachment for the FX6 hand grip and a wooden handle for the left grip. Super rock solid and allows me to pop on and off tripod and onto shoulder very quickly. I just found when the camera is rigged (more that the basic set up) it's just too heavy for hand held, but with the shoulder mount it's perfect. I make a decision before the shoot asking am I going basic or rigged? It's incredible how much better shoulder shooting can be!
6:05 ok sorry but i use a sony ecm-vg1 on our NX-100 ( its for the local news) and we still need the rubber thing on those too. So Sony Does not make the MIC holder on their gear the right fit for only their mic's. Their mic's barely fit too.
That rig is insanely clean. How is the hot shoe keeping up so far with the ninja? And can you tell us how long you can shoot with the smallrig v mount ?
Great video. Don't you have vignetting / tunnelling issues with your Mirage at under 24mm? I personally use the 16-35 GM all the time on my FX3 and if that issue is real, the mirage is a no-go. Looking forward to see more videos from you.
Thanks bud! And for sure, I’m thinking of getting a mini magic arm in place of the cold shoe, I wish it had a different mounting option on the top handle
Very nice video bro. I have a question. When you hooked up your monitor to the hot shoe mount on the handle, will it damage it since there’s pins in there?
It can record 30 minutes internally! Like I said I just kind of keep it there as a backup at the moment. If I need to I have an adapter for xlr I and a cable I can run it to the top handle
@@jaredlank thanks, I meant is it possible to use that vmount plate but only connected by the screw on the top, removing the internal portion? That way I can fit a BPU battery inside the camera at the same time.
Lol nice! I will probably do that quite a bit. I do think that one nearly essential upgrade is a bigger monitor though, the stock monitor is soft and not very bright.
I want to tell you, I clicked this immediately because this thumbnail was fire
Thanks bud! I was super happy with how it turned out!
Exactly
Same 😂
I could watch that intro 50 times. You deserve that camera.
I bought the FX 30 and love it. Been using the FS5 for years. In between two brands on glass. Now moving everything to Sony and this is my next rig. Totally amazed by everything I see coming of the FX6. It seems to punch above it’s weight and love the built in ND.
You should use the FX6 to film yourself or buy a few studio lights.(or crank your gain)Video looks very dark and muddy.Great breakdown on the rig.
I am a diehard Canon shooter, but I am now switching over to Sony thanks to your incredible content! Keep up the great work brother!
Has to be the cleanest fX6 rig ive ever seen!
Other people have done similar builds and they make the top look cheap and the say its no good. With your build, it looks really sturdy and makes me want to reconsider the Sony FX6, great job Jared !
People love to hate! I haven’t had any issue with it so far. One thing I am upgrading is the mic holder, I found a 3D printed shock mount that is bolt on compatible and looks a lot more sturdy than the stock one.
@@jaredlank That's great ! I'm looking forward to your shoulder rig build for this rig. I have a shoulder rig for my Panasonic S1H and I finally have it the I need it. Good luck and keep up the good work. By the way, here's my UA-cam page if your interested. ua-cam.com/channels/xRMk3DgdyFpCyvXkg-HrJQ.html
@@jaredlank can you share more info about this?
7:17 I love this color grade 🙏
Thanks boos!
That side handle seems so perfect. I have such rig envy tbh
It's so solid! The only thing I wish it had was an option to de-click and map the scroll wheel on the front to be for focus pulling.
thanks for this man, super helpful as I just got my FX 6 and am starting to rig it up!
I like your builds, you seem to always keep them very compact, yet at the same time still have all the needed extras. 👍
Damn I might be first! Loved your FX3 build. I built out mine exactly the same.
haha hell yeah! That's great man! I'm glad it worked out for you, I think I'm gonna do an update video on my FX3 next and show how I use it and the FX6 together 👍🏼
Just keep posting, man. This content is always fun for us to watch. Excited to see that comparison video of the FX3 & FX6 rigs. 👍
I appreciate it! I’m definitely commuting more to UA-cam going into 2023 and am hoping to put out videos on a regular basis. I have a ton of ideas so I just have to make them!
Hey man, I really liked your overview of your FX6 cinema camera build, I’m currently studying with full sail to get a bachelors in digital cinematography and around the 10 month mark will be receiving an FX6 through the school. Hope to see more videos on the FX6 and its use in the field!! 🎥
Good information but filming in low-light actually makes it a bit challenging to see what you have going on until you insert the cutaways. Sure, it's trendy for filmmakers to shoot darkly, but I'm watching this for information, I don't need atmosphere like a dark Game of Thrones ep. And I'm watching with screen turned on on a brand new MBP M2 16". Higher key light would be very helpful.
God damn, thought you had millions of subscribers…
For your quality you deserve so much more than you have!!
Incredible shots, super interesting (even though I can’t afford anything 🙁 )and really entertaining!
Heyyy congrats on the FX6! Sweet rig man, can't wait to see what you make with that setup. Hope to see you in the field some time!
Thanks y’all! Let me know if you’re ever in Portland it’d be great to connect 👍🏼
@@jaredlank heck yeah always happy to collaborate or just talk shop with fellow film makers!
Need an update on FX3 for sure, also how you do your lighting for your intro shot. Well done!
For sure! I already have it in the works, hopefully I'll have it up on the channel soon!
Can't wait for the FX3 / FX6 comparison... I have the FX3 and budget wise prob need to keep that as my A cam for a while yet (have an A7IV that works as a B Cam for now) but FX6 seems pretty awesome w Nds, etc. Thanks for the time you put into this - great stuff.
Thanks Jared, I am looking for a summary build. This is a great reference.
First off, thanks for the video, great seeing some of the accessories in use. However, it would have really been useful, if you had lit the whole thing a bit more high-key. I get it, moody is nice and all, but I guess since this video had more of a functional purpose it's kind of a bummer that at times I could barely see what you were building.
Love to hear the acute breakdown. Efficiency is my main goal and it looks like you found a great solution for yourself. Would love to hear the follow up video about fx6/3 as A and B Cam.
Hey Jared, I'd reallyyyyy love to see a video going more in depth on the Zoom Rocker functionality of the camera! I've only found one other video on youtube that shows anything about the zoom rocker. An in depth look at the variable speeds using different lenses like your 16-35 PZ and 28-135 PZ would be awesome for us looking to use this for documentary work. Thank you!
Great quality on these videos. I loved the FX3 video.
Flip the monitor for shorter hdmi distance and cleaner cable management! clean setup 👌🏼👌🏼
Hey Jared! Really enjoyed both your FX6 and FX3 builds; I've done similar builds to both of mine, but it's def been cool to see your approach. Do you still plan on doing head-to-head comparions of both cameras? any other upcoming content regarding each camera that you plan to film and share, as you mentioned at the end of both videos? Keep up the great work!
Thanks for the video. Could you do a video on your setting if the camera. I have only found less than handful of videos on the setting. Would greatly appreciate if. Otherwise great video.
For sure! I’ll make another video going through my setting later and whatnot if it’s useful!
Great video Jarrad. I'm subscribing to your channel 👊🏽😉
Thank you! I appreciate the support 🙏🏼
Solid video. One comment, and I think you will find this out yourself, but the wireless transmitter mount on the side.. doesn’t work with the side handle when you actually try to put a unit on the mount. A teradek or hollyland will block your hand from actually using the side handle. I believe it’s suppose to be used without the side handle.
Good call! I don’t use one at the moment so that’s super helpful. I’ll try to borrow my buddy’s to see how it interferes with the handle and if I can find an alternative setup
@@jaredlank love the content brotha. Cheers 🙏
The only time I use rods is when I'm going shoulder mount. I use the small rig shoulder rig that mounts to a VCT base plate. Then I use small rig extension arms with an attachment for the FX6 hand grip and a wooden handle for the left grip. Super rock solid and allows me to pop on and off tripod and onto shoulder very quickly. I just found when the camera is rigged (more that the basic set up) it's just too heavy for hand held, but with the shoulder mount it's perfect. I make a decision before the shoot asking am I going basic or rigged? It's incredible how much better shoulder shooting can be!
6:05 ok sorry but i use a sony ecm-vg1 on our NX-100 ( its for the local news) and we still need the rubber thing on those too. So Sony Does not make the MIC holder on their gear the right fit for only their mic's. Their mic's barely fit too.
A fellow New England filmmaker named Jared... Ok. Subbed.
great video and I love the aesthetic.
Love the video !
That rig is insanely clean. How is the hot shoe keeping up so far with the ninja? And can you tell us how long you can shoot with the smallrig v mount ?
Super cool vid thanks!
Love these, but definitely buying a camcorder
I removed the mic holder immediately. The screws didn’t want to come out so I used a drill. It is sooo much nicer without the stupid holder.
Hi Jared, what is the total weight of this build? Thanks for the great video!
Beautiful work Jared, love the composition and execution. Super informative. What's the name of the orange font you used at the beginning?
Thank you! I’m not 100% sure, I’ll have to double check my Final Cut final but I’ll follow up when I get into the office tomorrow!
@@jaredlank Thanks. Much appreciated
@@jaredlank Which?
How far do you break it down between gigs? Do you leave it somewhat built in the bag/case? And if so, what bag/case are you using?
Nice job.
Great video. Don't you have vignetting / tunnelling issues with your Mirage at under 24mm? I personally use the 16-35 GM all the time on my FX3 and if that issue is real, the mirage is a no-go. Looking forward to see more videos from you.
Where’d you get your title from! I need it!!!
Nice setup! I'd watch out for the monitor on the cold shoe, I had mine break.
Thanks bud! And for sure, I’m thinking of getting a mini magic arm in place of the cold shoe, I wish it had a different mounting option on the top handle
Can you provide a link to the cable you’re using to connect the Rode Wireless Go 2 to the FX6?
Very nice video bro. I have a question. When you hooked up your monitor to the hot shoe mount on the handle, will it damage it since there’s pins in there?
Hey Jared ! Nice video man. Just a quick question, what tripod are you using ?
That's OK setup but what does it have to do with cinema productions?
Is that tilta V mount plate compatible with the A7siii ?
what is the font used for the title of the video?
Thanks for the video. What's the total weight of the rig fully built up?
Do you not plug the Rode receiver into the top handle with a 3.5mm to XLR adapter?
It can record 30 minutes internally! Like I said I just kind of keep it there as a backup at the moment. If I need to I have an adapter for xlr I and a cable I can run it to the top handle
Hello! How do you connect a Rode wireless microphone to the camera?
Can you unscrew the part if the vmount plate that goes inside the camera? I like this cage a lot but dont want to loose hotswapping vmounts
Yeah it’s totally optional! You can run the cage without the v mount plate entirely, or when you buy it opt for a gold mount plate instead.
@@jaredlank thanks, I meant is it possible to use that vmount plate but only connected by the screw on the top, removing the internal portion? That way I can fit a BPU battery inside the camera at the same time.
@@ButterViZion ohh I see, probably not. I’d opt for a 15mm rail mounted battery plate and mount it behind the camera body
I'm thinking about making the switch to fx6, can you tell me how much the parts of your Rig cost? thanks
How do you run the audio from RODE wireless go to the camera? Using a 3.5mm to XLR?
Fx 6 prise ?
what was the weight for the final build?
Any issues getting the media cards in and out?
What was the intro song?! Cheers!
Got a Ninja for Sale :)
Can you make you videos brighter it’s super dim. Hard to focus on you when I can’t see u all that good
You should calibrate your monitor because video is so dark it's barely see detail.
the whole video is underexposed including the B-Roll.
shot too dark, u need to learn how to exposure properly
Lol thanks for the feedback
Nice rig but I use my Fx6 naked 😂
Lol nice! I will probably do that quite a bit. I do think that one nearly essential upgrade is a bigger monitor though, the stock monitor is soft and not very bright.
Hmm, no viewfinder. Not quite cinematic. And onboard mic?
All that stuff and can't shoot a well exposed image...
Dude it's way too under exposed for a UA-cam video
U may want to invest in lightings. Your video is too dark for comfortable viewing..
Your video is too dark can’t see what you did sorry