Camera Rigs: EVERYTHING You Need to Know

[@SidelineMediaCo]

okay i’m at minute 24 right now, and i’m just realizing how much time and effort he puts into his videos. like wow. he’s kept my attention for this long already, and it’s cut so perfectly together. everything about this video is perfect!

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Thank you so much Malachi! Means a lot man.

[@HamishCrossNZ]

Straight up man. I just commented something similar haha

[@stever1514]

I had the same thoughts at 6 min in lol

[@messyfilms6325]

You can tell when someone half asses it. When me and my son do a video on our main channel we watch what we’ve done before uploading and we can always tell when we got lazy and when we devoted the right amount of time.

[@ivansouvorov2101]

This is a masterclass video. In a half hour I learned everything I need as a beginner and this saved me hours of time and likely hundreds of dollars in learning to buy the correct equipment the first time. Thank you

[@JosephGarcia]

This man just taught everything about rigging in a single video while it took me years to learn all this from observing.

[@grapefruitdream]

I feel like this one video is a graduate level camera class - thank you so freaking much

[@TWcitystory]

I'm so glad I saw this video. I first saw it a few years ago, but I couldn't finish it at that time. As my photography skills improved and I upgraded my equipment, I gradually learned more about accessories, and I came back to watch the video again. I'm so happy that I finally finished it this time. Even though I thought I was very familiar with camera rigs, I still learned a lot. Thank you so much for making this video. It must have taken a lot of time and effort, not only to collect all the "Lego" toys, but also to assemble them. The process of assembling the accessories is just like playing with Lego!

[@justlivication]

When you showed the ratcheting knobs at 9:18, I ran to my camera bag and lo-and-behold... I have em!!! Rig headache has been cured 😀

[@blkmidia]

Best video on YT about camera rigs!

[@jackintrades]

Dude! Thanks for this video. Now I know what to look for.

[@ourbellalife]

Again, FANTASTIC video Caleb! 👍 The time it took to do this... just wow. THIS sort of video is why I bought one of your in depth camera guides, it was so informative and helpful. Thank you for creating for all of us!

[@ausdoug974]

Thanks

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Thank you so much for the support!

[@MrDeymann]

@@dslrvideoshooter, at around 3:50 you have a Kessler quick plate. Do you have a link for that one? I searched B&H and Amazon. Thanks. Great video….

[@WhiteWoodEnt]

I can't tell you how many ideas and purchases were based off of this video. Monitor mounts alone, thank you!

[@alexmayo15]

This is EXACTLY the video I've been looking for. Perfectly presented information about something I've been thinking about forever. Well done Caleb.

[@paulberg1381]

Your Chanel is literally one of the most helpful things I’ve discovered in the entire internet Thank you for your work its really important for me and surely lots of other people as well Thank you man

[@stephenahearn2919]

I don't know how to begin to thank you for making this video. As a newbie to video I have been struggling bigly with all the pieces and parts that are available to build a suitable rig. Many things ordered and returned and many hours spent researching parts and configuration possibilities. This video will make the remainder of the build so much easier! Companies like Smallrig should have paid for a video like this a long time ago. Also wouldn't it be nice to have a configurator for these parts where rigs could be designed and assembled virtually prior to purchase! A parts list could be automatically generated based upon a build and purchased all at once!

[@LarryFlaxman]

Awesome video man, thanks for this! I've binge watched your videos for a few days now and your content iw definitely one of the most helpful to a new, aspiring filmmaker/KZbinr!

[@zainandco]

9:20 of this video just changed my life. I had no idea those knobs could do that. I've been struggling with those for the past year. Wow. Thank you sir. Wow.

[@agudal8503]

You knocked it out of the park with this one

[@RealTerrainHobbies]

Ahh this is going to be good. Exactly what I've been needing as I'm looking at an external recording monitor and doing more with my a7siii.

[@Miscast]

Fancy seeing you here Neil!

[@danielmok3762]

this is by far the best video on the planet regarding rigging cameras... you are awesome!

[@erwickdsouza]

Caleb, you got me obsessed about rigging 4 years ago when I was starting out.My rigging gear weighs more than all my camera, gimbal and lighting hardware combined.

[@jpbousquet6446]

Very nice and thorough videos on all the accessories setup that can be added as part of a video camera system, especially if new or not sure of all the options, terminology etc... well done!

[@sora8537]

why isn't this video the most watched on this channel ? For the 11th time, thanks Caleb ^^

[@greenscreenactor6379]

I have edited myself into movies and TV shows using some of your advice, tips and tricks so thanks!!!

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Oh wow! Thank you for the kind words boss! Congratulations!

[@younken24films]

Holy Moly! This was A-MAZ-ING! I will be watching this again. Been subscribed for many years now and I can't thank you enough Caleb!

[@4MyWork]

Great great great - we are kindred spirits - The only difference is you put in the time and the effort to share all this knowledge. I think our work benches probably look very similar . Great job

[@Stefanosinf]

So much great info!

[@JimLeonard]

This was the first Caleb video that overwhelmed me. Not sure if that's good or bad, but hey, that's a milestone.

[@Spencerreich]

This was so immensely helpful for me. I’m building my first handheld rig, and I never knew what all these fancy tubes and brackets were. Your video clearly directed me on what to buy, and it was the ONLY video that did. Thank you!

[@odarrien]

Very comprehensive!!!!!! I'm about to get into video live-streaming using a camcorder and thinking through some of the things I may need. This is super helpful to know what options are available and what different things do and how they interconnect! Thank you.

[@danielghising7269]

All these KZbinrs who put videos of their rig just confused the fuck out of me I appreciate u man❤️

[@WhiteWoodEnt]

That was they most interesting video about baseplates I've ever seen.

[@anthony_icuagu]

Thanks for putting so much effort into this.

[@paolorepetto1039]

Wish I had this about 4 months ago! By far the best video out there on rigging! Highly recommend!

[@vanquestgear]

Whenever I see a new DSLRVS I get pumped. Then I realized this one was 30+ min!! Awesome topic!!

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Yeah I got a little excited and went waaaaay over the 10 minute mark!

[@JMDofficialpage]

Bro this is a MASTERCLASS. Amazing video

[@TheumbrellaMG]

I learned so much watching this video. more importantly, I learned I didnt know as much as I thought I did. bravo.

[@kadosholl]

Wonderful video Caleb, great job. Any suggestions for a rig for a Panasonic UX90 ??? .... I want to put mic, monitor, battery, light and maybe a hard drive. You have skills to teach, congratulations.

[@mrheng562]

THANK YOU! You’re time and effort in making this video is appreciated!!!

[@BrianMann216]

Thank you so much for making this video. I learned many simple things that I did not know before!

[@solo21]

Hello, Im so glad I stumbled across this video again, and since I liked this video (and already subscribed to your channel) the first time, I wanted say thank you for your great work and info! I watched this video months ago, and didn’t understand too much about all these different parts and mounting options. Watching it again, after having purchased 2 very different cameras and a decent amount of accessories and mounting gear for them the past few months, I realized what works best for me, as well as what I may want to get in the future. Cheers, and again, thank you!

[@Arbitrary_Rhapsody]

AWSOME video, I’ve watched it at least ten times by now! Btw I hope you’re taking it easy and enjoying your break! 👍👍👍

[@linda_lawson]

I have been waiting patiently for this one (grabs paper and pen)!

[@uniworkhorse]

Only quality from Mr. Pike! I'll definitely be recommending this to friends trying to learn more about rigs, thanks for taking the time to make this!

[@Cutty_Frame]

This is literally *better than LEGO xD I love it

[@HamishCrossNZ]

Bro you are the actually the man. This is mega helpful. so in depth. A lot of work going into this one organising everything.. Just want to say thanks.

[@mikefromflorida8357]

Your videos and advice are among the best. Perhaps a word or two to take the place of TON as a descriptor.

[@Amdrag161]

thank you so much!! starting to rig out my camera def needed this

[@TheKenVlogs]

I'm getting a BMPCC 4K and am looking at rigging options for it.. Didn't realize there were so many different little parts and aspects of rigging. Frankly, it has me overwhelmed!

[@deepsleep4440]

Still the best breakdown so far in 2022

[@ChadSchrandt]

I love camera rigging. Its kinda like playing with lego for your job. It's also very reflective of video production. You're only limited by your own creativity with camera rigs.

[@TheMorefield]

This is a great video man! Well done.

[@19Eighty8Media]

You are a KING for this 🤴

[@gregscarcella519]

Awesome video! Much needed. I learned enough to now start pointing me in the right direction on my research quest for the ideal rig setup for me.

[@1imanni1]

Wow - What a video. Thanks for the explanation of different mounts etc...

[@ShanShobz]

As the title says.. this is complete info on rigs and accessories.🤩Thank you

[@spikedesignworks]

Dude this was quite comprehensive and in-depth! Amazing job once again!

[@osamaothman4917]

This is truly helpful 33minutes thank you alot for your great effort

[@gregscarcella519]

very thorough video which is a great reference source.

[@TrendQuran]

rigs recomendation for EOS 800D

[@FilmSpook]

*Caleb, thanks, you are a CHAMP!!* 🏆

[@simbasimsstudios]

Great as usual. Keep it going!

[@edricchen]

So grateful for this channel. I've modeled so much of my gear using your videos. Thank you!

[@dbeach4044]

Finally, I have a plan for a new rig. Thanks.

[@jonathancubillo7383]

You helped me build my rig and I love you for that.

[@SamHolland]

Awesome video. Super informative. I love learning all the names of the little things like taps and through-holes :) Thanks again.

[@rtoms]

Man o' Man is that an awesome rig

[@ChrisLeeX]

Thank you for yet another masterclass Caleb. Consumate content as usual. I do have a tiny bit of feedback: For the overhead product in hand shots (e.g. 3:45 ) you tend to shake the product. And for some reason I find that gives me motion sickness nausea. You're one of the only content creators where my eyes are glued to the screen (vs playing in the background while I work), so might be why I notice the shakes. Thank you again for the S-tier content.

[@AfoteyAnnum]

Ok, this is the video I was looking for today LOL I have a shoot tomorrow, and I woke up this morning thinking about new ways to make my rig more compact and lighter. And as the KZbin Algorithm™ would have it, this came into my feed! ***Watching now***

[@pmiddlet72]

Caleb, this was a fantastic overview of rigs and accessories. In the past I've worked on sets with various crew sizes. I'm now working on the ins/outs of a narrative film I've written (just barely hits most 'short film' durations depending on who you ask). This one will be low budget and a one-person-show-with-inexperienced-assistant project. I know - risky. Shots will be a mix of fixed/tripod, shoulder cam (for some mild shake), and in lieu of a full jib, I'm opting for gimbal attached to a steadicam'ish rig. For the moving shots, focus pulling will naturally be a challenge, even with a nucleus. Aaaannddd, I'm directing this (yeah we're going Buckaroo Banzai on this - spreading myself thing for sure). The talent will be rather young, so I'm trying to keep things minimal to avoid 'camera distraction'. I won't be using the cine cams I'm used to and instead will be going DSLR (I prefer to keep my back in order). My thought will be to use my a7s3's and more budget'ish (think sirui) anamorphic lenses. What advice might you give for rigging the cameras to switch between fixed, shoulder, handheld, and the steadi/gimbal shots? I'm thinking of nixing the shoulder/handheld for the shake and fixing the gimbal on the steadi rig to get some camera movement for those particular shots. Ah and given the locations, I need to use the matte box to help deal with stray light.

[@sygad1]

I can't even begin to imagine how long this video took to make but I am eternally thankful that you did, SOOO much information and you really helped me understand a lot......I also think I prefer the nato rail, just seems more practical

[@mickmckean7378]

That's an awesome tutorial Caleb, thanks and well done mate!

[@callmejm2385]

I wish I had this video back in 2020!! Very, very ,very important Video! Love it thank you.

[@DanielSilva-te1ww]

Thanks for the video! Love Kessler Crane products! You turned me onto them a few years ago with your Arca Swiss video. Expensive stuff, but ease of use and weight limits are phenomenal.

[@waynewrz]

Very cool man. Thanks for running through all the options and stuff you use.

[@riseauto1]

Great video man, watched tons of your informative videos to rig my cameras ✌🏼

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Thank you Rise!!!

[@CreativeIsolation]

Wow! Such a helpful video. Thank you!!!

[@DutchAussieProductions]

Thanks for an amazingly detailed video, Caleb. You put a lot of money and work into this presentation, which is very much appreciated. Have a great day.

[@DirectAccessYT]

Great video and info Caleb !

[@parkz7730]

Great works! Can see how much effort you put into this 33min video. Wish to see you doing about follow focus gear and wireless video systems!😍

[@NEROGIL1]

Great video helped me a lot! Thank you!

[@benfergusonishere]

Thanks Caleb! Very informative!

[@hooelse]

Great input from you, Sir

[@orangejjay]

Holy filter, friend. Was this video produced in a dream or what?! 😂😂 Love ya, IRL and in dream captured videos. ❤❤

[@mabuhayka]

Thank you so so much. Very informative.

[@sk8mcbang]

This was very needed! thank you!

[@ardiyanto.t]

Great video.. would like too see more about that portkeys evf

[@3emediabox]

We need Kessler Crane Kwik Stand options to get those rigs stable on the floor or table, an excellent rigging video!

[@enkaphalin1111]

I've been dreaming of a comprehensive video on how to design and build a rig that suits oneself for nearly a year. I don't think I've ever been this excited for a video before. I simply can't put it into words.

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Thank means so much to hear! Surprised there aren't more videos on this topic. Thanks!

[@KarmaElectronics.]

thanks for posting!

[@flobuilds]

THE BEST Smallrig commercial

[@trainlens3789]

A really informative video - thanks a bunch!

[@Powsimian]

In depth indeed. Thank you!

[@avebeno]

Wow - This was great!

[@lamski3286]

Thousands of dollars would be saved had I watched this video before making any purchases, thank you for all the info, now I know what to pick in the future

[@ramonbmovies]

@26:45 That squeaking made me laugh, lol. The best part is that it works so well he still uses it. That's how you know it's worth the money!

[@billpeck1189]

Frigg’n fantastic!

[@willcutu]

Hey thanks for this. Getting a a serious Video job and rigs were always kinda a grey area for me.

[@msnspy]

This is a must video!! I have been looking for this information since the a7s3 came out. This is really useful for all the new peaceful that are stepping up their game and getting to mor professional equipments 👌🏻

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

Love the Helios 40 on the GH5. :P

[@Je.rone_]

Great videos!!!

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Thank you man!

[@TheBrothersGrinn]

Caleb, thank you so much! This is a really great video overview of camera rigging. Do you think there is a value in people considering any of the brands who originated some of the elements you highlighted, like Wooden Camera, Zacuto, etc? Obviously there is a huge price difference, but do you see any value in spending more money to support those brands who did all of the original engineering, and probably make sturdier products? - Thank you again! Keep up the awesome work.

[@qwonk3824]

I really like a lot of the name brand stuff, especially how he outlined stuff like magic arms. In my opinion anything that supports the camera is worth spending that little bit more money because it could be that extra few $$ instead of your precious camera.