Best CAMERA MONITOR to Buy in 2020? (10 Things to Look For)

[@5thElementDFW]

I have no intention of getting a monitor. I just like listening to Parker explain stuff lol

[@chanuki2195]

Hahahaha. Yea right. All of his videos are high quality

[@organictraffichacks797]

james niño Olegario it’s so true!

[@epicfitness5815]

Same thing here, his videos are so well made and explained it is amazing to just watch without being really interested in the subject.

[@eclipce77]

This is very true

[@emevision6435]

lol I don't know how to speak English but I interpret his words. hi from perú :3

[@abbaskhaleeli1876]

You're like those Google ads for film makers Parker, we think about something, and Boom! You've made a video on it. Unreal. Super helpful, thanks for this!

[@epicorerp3430]

Parker has put a lot of effort here and as always , he is really investing in the quality of the delivery: Its consistent, professional, precise and relevant. Thanks for not wasting our time and also thanks for making it entertaining along the way. Its refreshing as well that you manage to do this without gimmicks. I Appreciate the content 👌

[@80hdmedia20]

I was literally JUST doing research on which camera monitor to purchase. Crazy timing!

[@Write_Film_Edit]

A good budget option for Atomos is the Shinobi -- since it doesn't have recording functionality it's much lighter and cheaper than their other products. It retains the 1080p 10 bit 1000 nit touchscreen and the solid Atomos UI, though, which is why I love mine. It's a good balance of price, features, and size/weight, IMO.

[@Lionrisesproductions]

I love mines too.

[@MChronicler]

I have it and I love it. better than the smallHD imo

[@AndreiLucaa]

way better than smallrid. I love mine too!

[@BerlsMcSquirrels]

I compared the Atomos Shinobi with the AndyCine X7 and found the Shinobi had a massively warm color cast compared to AndyCine, everything looked very orange. I actually recorded footage, imported it and compared my calibrated computer monitor with the X7 and Shinobi, and yes the Shinobi was the warmest out of the 3. The problem is when I went to calibrate the Shinobi I found out that you have to buy a $100 cable in order to calibrate it with an XRITE unit? THIS IS COMPLETE BS AND ABSOLUTE PRICE GOUGING. For this reason I returned the Shinobi and kept the X7. I get accurate colors from the X7 and it's less than half the price of the SmallHD 7 inch. I do miss a waveform, but other than that missing option the X7 is a solid monitor that comes with a great case as well, which is actually a big value if you think about it.

[@rednailscocktails7035]

Best video I’ve seen yet! Using this to make my selection! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!

[@AC_SLATE]

I’ve been looking into getting a monitor! This video came through right on time! I didn’t know what to look for!? Thanks!!

[@chrisgrylls9132]

Thanks for the great informative and helpful video. Well done!!

[@strattheodoratou7391]

Thank you so much! What about connection? I prefer to have the monitor not on the top of the cam, but on the tripod, on the left side of it

[@MichaelShatravka]

The man you can always trust, PARKER WALBECK!

[@TiltedTowersHub]

Dude, what are your export settings? It always seems as if KZbin doesn't compress your videos at all! Please talk about this

[@TiltedTowersHub]

@@fulltimefilmmaker thank you for answering

[@ansonh7495]

@@fulltimefilmmaker Do you upload the 4k video or downscale it to 1080p first and then upload the 1080 to KZbin?

[@notaturkey2607]

@@ansonh7495 Even if you have a 1080p video, export it in 4k, then upload it to youtube in 4k also.

[@avdd80]

Great video. Very well organized!!! I’m buying SmallHD 7” for my Sony A7 III after watching this video

[@AnisDonDemina]

What about Atomos Shinobi?

[@killernils]

+1

[@bushboxer]

Thought about that too. Would be perfect for my gh5, since I don’t need internal recording.

[@hiawrj]

I got the Atomos Shinobi, like Ninja V but without recording. So lighter, better battery life and form factor.

[@Muwex]

and cheaper!

[@Leo_Dewa]

I have shinobi,but the monitor keeps getting hot even on indoors, how about yours?

[@hiawrj]

@@Leo_Dewa Haven't really paid attention to it. It's okay that electronics get hot. I have a Smallrig cage for the Shinobi which I mainly touch when adjusting the angle of the monitor.

[@onestopwebsites7576]

Great video, perfect timing, in the market for a new monitor! Going to be getting my self one of these bad boys!

[@Junyaytb]

Best video ever about monitors comparison. Thank you !

[@fatlazycabs1688]

I've used the SmallHD 702 OLED on a shoot last year. Wow did it make everything easier. GUI was super easy and it was light, bright and battery life was awesome. Would highly recommend at least renting it if you have access to one.

[@MichaelStrawn_I_am]

What’s your opinion on the 1DX Mark III?

[@RussFedorov]

Always excited to see a new video from you!

[@jeffmichaels2672]

Epic review bro….very helpful 🤙

[@caseydfoote]

You also changed your prices on the ANDYCINE 5.5 inch from $160 to $230 in the video (from 12:50 to 13:02)

[@kirkrogers6968]

I just bought a Neewer FW568 5.5. Not reviewed. My big question is: Touch screen versus manual. Peaking Focus assist???????

[@danmccarthy206]

nice review, right to the point, no BS. I wish all videos were like this.

[@albertobang8068]

Which one has better connections? What do you think about Portkey BM5 II?

[@thefilmalliance]

Alberto Bang I never heard of that???

[@piotr.widziszewski]

Always top notch! No matter subject, Parker is setting bar at the high level! Chapeau Bas!

[@somd25]

i use sony a9 m2 camera for wildlife photography. i use specs for reading purpose / close views. I also feel to have external monitor for my better views. Please suggest the right model.

[@jas_bataille]

"Get what you need and get back to work" - best advice I've heard in months. Little thing tho : this might be misleading to some beginners when you said that you need a monitor for "external recording" - you need an external recorder for external recording... Atomos's Inferno and Ninja V are external *recorders* with a monitor, not external monitors (you can get external recorders without a screen and in fact, that's how it was in the past and still is for some extremely high-end options). Just a lil head up :)

[@isaacsnowhite104]

Most useful video out there right now. Thank you.

[@philpritchard8772]

What about using a iPhone X with OLED screen and a wireless connection to your camera?

[@TheWhiskeyDictionary]

I really like your editing style. I learned about monitors but your pacing i terraced with B roll and the smooth captions was awesome. Such a well put together video.

[@lyubery]

quality video mate , thanks a lot

[@mzeeshan]

What about the iPhone 13 Prox/Pro Max, iPad mini, or iPad air as monitors?

[@MichaPisarskiTech]

Any cheap monitors with anamorphic desqueeze (1.3) to recommend? :)

[@desviewglobal]

This feature will be included in the latest Desview R5, pls stay tuned!

[@AmosHeller]

Insanely helpful. Thank you.

[@JoelffyBritoUnlimited]

Parker hope you answer “ I need monitor for short film 🎥 which one you really recommend me “??

[@prashanthnayakk4234]

Are there any 5 inch 4k monitors which are 1000 nits , price less than $150 - $200 , basic monitor features which would generally be included , along with LUT preview and preferably touch screen although not necessary. ?

[@jmartinianovlogging1482]

thank you for making time on this Bro

[@henrylau116]

@Parker Walbeck, I need your expertise. I understand why people need a external monitor, to have a bigger display than the LCD display of the camera. This would enable to the cameraman to check the foucs etc. However, I do not understand the additional features of the monitor provides, example, 3D LUT, false color, etc. Yes, some monitors offer advance features in this, and you may able to adjust. But the actual footage will not recorded with these settings right? How does these features benefits to the actual footage recorded? Please educate me. Thanks.

[@ryanthomas9306]

I bought the atomos shinobi with battery for 269.99. I know it was more than the andycine but it had a few more features

[@beaubanks12_]

Hey guys! Would you mind doing an up-to-date video 2022 for on camera monitors?

[@realworld1626]

Can these monitors display 120fps in full hd

[@beaverbreweryminsk5392]

Happy 2020 to you, Parker :) Thanks as usual!

[@manuelneni4711]

Who else loves this channel ? ❤️👆🙋‍♂️

[@thefilmalliance]

Manuel Neni me for sure. Did you buy his filmmaker class?

[@manuelneni4711]

@@thefilmalliance yes i did

[@atefamriche9531]

Very helpful and educational video. much appreciated

[@deidealeschoonzoon8749]

What about the SMALLHD FOCUS 5.5" 1080P OLED SDI MONITOR??

[@dilloncallaway3621]

I'm about to get this one, but not the SDI Version, the HDMI Version. It's literally the same price as the 720p version right now.

[@dilloncallaway3621]

Actually, I just did some research and the OLED version only gets up to 350 nits which is pretty bad in direct sunlight.

[@Siimkristjanpariis]

I've been owning a smallhd focus 5 inch ever since it was released back in 2017. Glad to see it still holds up as a really decent workhorse. On some studio shoots i could use these 2 extra inches on Focus 7 but I think the 5 inch will do just fine for many more years. Only thing i hate is the weak original cables, they get damaged easily. I've went through 4 of them. Other than cables and some dust particles under the touch glass, it has handled some serious abuse and still works like a dream.

[@uzibatish172]

I just got the OLED small HD 5 but I will switch to LCD. By the way, are you okay with the manual focusing on the 5? I think 7 is too big for Ronin S

[@Siimkristjanpariis]

@@uzibatish172 Sort of. It is kind of small and dark to properly see in sunlight but tools like focus peaking etc will help big time.

[@jacktoddy9783]

Thank you - avery concise and usefull video.

[@FireLiteCreations]

Hi Parker, great video! This was the most thorough, useful, and straight-to-the-point comparison video on camera monitors I've watched. I am wondering if SmallHD or any other brands than Atomos in 2022 has the SSD recording capability. I couldn't find anything about that on Google. It seems that SmallHD has everything I need, except for SSD recording.

[@espoirelikia8956]

Blackmagic video assist 12G has it.

[@Mike0193Azul]

Thanks so much for this comparison and explanation video 💚 Wouldn't mind the same for lights, audio, etc. Haha

[@santasightings9023]

What mounting system do you use on the ronin s that’s my last piece of the puzzle that’s not explained. The one with two grips plus monitor. I’ll toss you a few coins if need be.

[@antonnemtsev6473]

Is it possible to use on camera monitor as teleprompter?

[@ryancunniff7501]

I think the Lilliput A7s is worth mentioning for a budget monitor; it's 4k and has a lot of functions like a histogram, false color, peaking, color temp, aspect ratio, a grid, audio meters, safety markers, and image flip options - all of this for $160. I have an Atomos Ninja V & Inferno and I still use my A7s, especially when I'm recording something internally.

[@PrincessAndJuan]

The extra 2" always makes the difference 🙄 Haha. Another amazing video by FTFM. Not sure why we weren't subscribed already, but now we are!

[@EZFunbroS]

*Happy 2020 to everyone ;) Thank you for tips, great like always:)*

[@kylemcintyre3768]

EZFun “hapoy 2020 to everyone” 😂😂😂 we wish

[@persusc]

This didn't age well at all lol

[@jeanchindeko5477]

Good video Parker, but Atomos is also doing the Shinobi who is like the Ninja V but without the recording capability and his drawbacks! It’s not necessary fair for Atomos to say that you’ll not recommend the Atomos, when you don’t present all what they have to offer!

[@thefilmalliance]

Jean Chindeko yes exactly. I have the Atomos Inferno and love it other then it’s weight

[@Kidsonss]

Very very helpful and clearly explained - Many thanks

[@sherrybronson9176]

Parker this video was right on-time for me. Thank you for putting this together. Your time was not wasted at all. Very informative..... Appreciate the guidance.

[@jmitteco]

Thanks for the video. Wondering how you came to the conclusion that the Andycine A6 plus is better than the Feelworld F6 plus? The stats & the build are identical. I was told it's the same exact product but rebranded. Any thoughts anymore info?

[@ZAYNZERO]

How come the price of Andycine changed from $230 TO $160?....01:55 To 12:21

[@JustEditzz.c]

Absolutely amazing as always

[@gabriellam6192]

Wow. If I ever become a KZbinr, I’m using this guy as inspiration. I have a degree in graphic design and his visual aids alone give me life 😍😍😍

[@techgat3keeper879]

I'm leaning towards Desview... but cant decide if 5.5 or 7 inch... price is 2x in my area if i opt for bigger screen.

[@KahlanJoy]

Very helpful for someone new to the monitor scene ! :)

[@AndrewP]

Aren't FEELWORLD and ANDYCINE the same thing?

[@meljr4854]

Yes

[@Funaki90]

I think Andycine and Feelworld are the same brand, because i see the same monitors on both brand but only the model numbers are different

[@themediaman100]

They are indeed. Andycine are Feelworld rebranded for Amazon outlets I believe.

[@castingdisneyland6925]

What about Blackmagic Video Assist 12G HDR? If picking between that one and Atomos Shogun 7 HDR, which one would you go with? I have a Canon r6.

[@DogwoodMedia]

Your videos are top notch bro

[@AlexPizarro]

I love How everything is explained in detail Parker you should do a meet and greet

[@riggssymonds9384]

Hey Just a heads up your amazon link for the 7 Small HD doesnt work.

[@peterkertesz2861]

The Atomos Shinobi wasn't included , may I ask why?

[@musabinho]

Amazing video 👌

[@asmru6982]

Thanks for the great info!. Andycine IS fieldworld. This info comes from fieldworld. Andycine is supplied by fieldworld and then they add their name to the monitor

[@nitinbhalla3814]

Please make a vid on sony a7iii vs canon eos r

[@Ionut...Padureanu]

Nikon Z 6.

[@bulcub]

Very good explanation of the products! makes it easier for decision making! Thanks

[@stephanyandreas]

SmallHD 7" seems the clear winner. I'm just getting into filming and wonder, how important is the fps limit. The Atomos can do 4K 60fps, as well as 1080p 120fps. Especially the last number seems exiting to me. Or is a 50/60fps slowmo really enough most of the times. I guess, the screen will just switch to black (?!) whenever I choose 100/120fps in 1080p - is that correct? Thanks in advance and greetings from Germany.

[@EverydayFamilyFL]

Crazy, I am looking for just this information. Need a monitor that does 4k60 but don't want to go all the way up to the Ninja v if I don't have to.

[@Pfagnan]

Can anybody answer this?? I too am wanting to buy the Shinobi but film mostly in 4K 60p. The Shinobi will display 60p but only in FHD. So if I am recording 4K 60p in camera what does the external monitor display. Black?? Or a very laggy video???

[@BobSchiff]

Current price for the SmallHD 7" is about $1,200. Is it still the best choice assuming you don't need to record?

[@realworld1626]

Can these monitors display 120fps in full hd

[@StephenBell_video]

What about Lilliput monitors? Awesome price and quality?

[@markoliver5626]

What if you are a mobile filmmaker, how, or what kind monitor can you use?

[@jeffmonnery]

Just bought the Small HD FOCUS 7" thanks to this video! (don't worry I used your link too lol) Thanks for this very useful video!

[@alejosegovia8466]

Excellent information, thank you very much for sharing, greetings from Venezuela

[@tahamansoor599]

Best Camera tech guy Parker Love you.

[@orbitance9401]

Great video, thanks!

[@benjaminilchmann9430]

What do you think about the Canon 1dx Mark III? Compared to the A9ii?

[@NickGeorge]

Is it safe to say these prices absolutely went up since 2020? It is nowhere near 700 dollars for a small HD focus 7 inch now

[@aifangs2661]

How do you put a monitor and a mic on it

[@philippegelinas3083]

Which one works in 4k60 fps? I was about to buy the andycine 5.5 plus v2 but I realize it doesn't support 4k60

[@musica4017]

excellent, great job

[@seanopenshaw]

Great summary! Thank you for taking the time to do this. Very helpful!

[@Ad3vodE]

I am FTF member and really happy you keep making free vids. Also really great monitor is atomos shinobi, its like smallhd but cheaper.

[@Stanlyok]

I wish Blackmagic Video Assist 12G was part of this comparison ... but it looks like those are not shipping yet!

[@AnthonySherritt]

Excellent reviews! Thank you!

[@phillip2446]

any thoughts on the lillput a7s monitor?

[@DandelionWars]

Super helpful..thanks for a good vid..good job

[@theTechNotice]

What about the monitor colour bit depth and colour space? That's always been my question since I've tried so many monitors and the monitor colours look different to the camera screen...? Anyone?

[@effectnayatube]

Hi! Is there any monitors to shoot in vertical format?

[@cesarcid1405]

I need a monitor that doesn’t turn off when I’m recording 4K on my Sony A7iii (I currently have a FeelWorld Monitor ).... Any recommendations?

[@JustinKessler]

Cesar Cid when you’re looking at monitors make sure the description says it receives a 4k signal. I’m pretty sure all of those receive a 4k signal but display 1080/720. ALSO, keep in mind that you lose eye/face detection in 4k when using a monitor. However, if you use an external recorder like the atomos brand then you can bypass that in the a7iii menu system. Hope that helps!

[@thefilmalliance]

Atomos Inferno! It’s a bit pricey but it’s amazing for the A7iii. That’s my exact setup

[@cesarcid1405]

Justin Kessler thanks!! Well I bought that first monitor for my other set-up. Which was a T6i then I upgraded to the a7iii and I didn’t know much about the a7iii. I will look into those monitors. Thank you!!!

[@cesarcid1405]

Potter Made thank you so much! I will look into it!

[@thefilmalliance]

@@cesarcid1405 you bet

[@1943klt]

I have been trawling reviews over the last couple of days and your film answered so many questions for me. However, I still don't know why so many mention DSLR in their promo and so does that mean they are not to be used on a Sony like my A6500?

[@JashimJalal]

I can't believe I've watched so many of your videos and I wasn't subscribed. This video was super helpful! As always, you were super clear and informative. I think I'll be going with a Small HD 7" even though I'm just shooting KZbin Videos at home Hahaha.. Thanks Parker! OFFICIALLY Subscribed as of today, SMH

[@killernils]

What about atomos shinobi vs small hd 5'?

[@kendoproductions6457]

I just recently went with the Atomos Shinobi over the SmallHD 5 as I read many complaints of the screen cracking on the SmallHD and it was only 720p opposed to the Shinobi being 1080p and about $50 less.

[@yomango35]

What about the atomos shinobi vs Desview R7 Touch Screen Monitor 7????? close call....

[@desviewglobal]

You could see Dan watson's review of these two products. hope it helps~

[@albertowylt]

thank you very much for this super clear review. Da best