DJI LiDAR AutoFocus just got a MASSIVE upgrade. Transmission + Cable Hub + Receiver.

[@MAKEARTNOWCHANNEL]

Special thanks to Elvis at OHD Studios. If you are in Columbus, Ohio and need a rental house / production studio tell them MAKE ART NOW sent ya! www.ohdstudios.com

[@ohd.studios]

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[@MarshallRosales]

1) Aura is a joy! 2) I'm very excited to see where this tech continues to evolve, but right now it seems like the system was designed by the person that worked on the old Sony camera menus... 3) You, as always, are incredible for bringing us such in-depth info and thorough testing! Many thanks!!

[@peteranders6893]

I just want to say, it's so awesome that you didn't take off as an actor in Hollyweird, because absolutely nobody on this planet makes better gear videos than you. Every single time it's like watching an entire movie and a great movie at that. Thanks for being you! You sir are awesome. I like potatoe propulsion systems as much as the next man, but the inspiration score of this channel is through the roof.

[@HardwareMana]

I am jealous of that intern 🫠

[@mondobytes]

Congrats on the little one 🎉

[@spensersakurai]

I feel like there is no reason for me to make a video over this now. You made a super comprehensive review. Thanks for the hard work!

[@bjarkisteinnpetursson9736]

I really just want the lidar top down view. That would be such a godsend as a 1st AC.

[@RicoStein_]

No idea, why the brands don't hire you as a real world tester for their products. You go through so many scenarios which the product designer might not even think about. Just too good!

[@CraigHollabaugh]

What a sweetheart. Glad you're a stay at home Dad.

[@LowellProductions]

love seeing the lumix S5iiX. Also cheers to the new family addition. You got the boy girl combo, we ended up with the boy, boy, girl combination. Cheers,

[@cristibalteanu2515]

As others have mentioned, it is frustrating to see a product that only comes close to what people want. Theoretically you would only need the lidar module and their focus motor which are relatively low prices but then you also need to purchase their expensive transmission kit, monitor and the 4D handles (out of which you would only use one). If Dji would release just a Lidar FiZ kit that would be a real game changer

[@Dreamerpic]

Congratulations with new intern 👶 🥰🥰

[@reddjinn911]

We are 2 months in with our first daughter... found out that the "long nights" thing people say is not obligatory. It's very very real. lol Pro tip: standing desk+baby carrier lets you work for a few hours at a time while giving the mom a break. Love the channel.

[@johnnybermudez]

Congrats on the new baby, brother. Love your content. 💪🏽🎥

[@mondotv4216]

Commas are important :) Congrats on the new baby, brother...

[@johnnybermudez]

Sure are.... lol@@mondotv4216

[@samv2777]

Congratulations, enjoy fatherhood

[@MightyMigi]

Can we talk about the cost, like cool stuff in an awesome video? But hunting down the cost breakdown and trying to see what we need: one LiDAR for $700, DJI monitor/receiver for $2,500, cable for $90, hand grips for control for $730. After tax, this will cost over 4k. (This is not for KZbinrs, so don't waste your money on it; this is for pro video work such as commercials, product videos, and so on.) If there is a way to lower the cost, like $700 for the LiDAR, that's crazy! The iPhone has LiDAR; does that make it more than half the cost of the whole phone? I don't know; it's up to the user. Like, do the cost and value equal each other out? If I only need the LiDAR and the cable, then I think the value is there. But if I am going to need about 4k worth of stuff, the value went out the window. Better Visualization: Lidar - $659 DJI Transmission (High-Bright Monitor Combo) - $2,500 Hand Grips - $730 Pri-Tax total = $3,887 Cable - $90 10% tax = 487.70 GRAND TOTAL AFTER EVERYTHING - "$4,374.7$" you can get the New Black magic cinema Camera 6k for - $2600, Cinema Lens L mount for all three 7 artisans 85mm 50mm 35mm T2.0 - $1133, 1000gb CF-Express Type B - $200, after tax total GRAND TOTAL AFTER EVERYTHING - "$4,326.3$" save about $50 and get way more for your money. PSA - This is in no way hate for MAKE ART NOW I LOVE THIS MAN. I just want to see more cost break down on everything it takes to run something and he makes it look so simple but when you are someone like me who has been waiting for a system like this I don't like spending time looking to see if I need everything in the video do I need all that stuff or can I just get Lidar and cable is that ok do I need the whole $4k set up to get up and running what are the breakdowns of minimal. medium, and max. Thank you for reading

[@philipbloom]

I don’t understand the point of the comment. The entire purpose of this video and that set up is the lidar autofocus and video transmission. Why compare the price of that gear to a random camera and lenses? 🤔

[@Outlabyrinth]

⁠@@philipbloomhe is not comparing is just makes a value point for the auto focus needs ! 4000 dollars is a lot than you need to get a camera , battery , all the cages rig stuff ,ssd , if you want stabilized gymbal that’s an other extra You can get the ronin 4d for less than all of that ! 😊 I think he was a good comments !!! For the one who start from scratch it is not a good solution ! If you have all camera gear set then you can get a 4000 dollars AF one man band

[@philipbloom]

@@Outlabyrinththis is totally not for the person you are describing!

[@VincentPascoe]

I've been filming my feature film with the Ronin 4D by myself all one man band and acting in it as well. The Lidar focus really impressed me when on the 90mm it would still track me perfectly when I was breathing in and out.

[@julitovlogiando]

AURA IS BEAUTIFUL! GOD BLESS HER!

[@ThePlaceForThings]

“you changed my life, I love this game.” that’s a perfect video 📺

[@KONDORBLUE]

Soo Good!

[@SeansCreativeStudio]

I love this! such a good tutorial and breakdown - really cool to see the new possibilities.

[@gratitudeproductions6563]

Bro! Congrats! I have 5 kids, and 3 daughters; Aura is beautiful! So happy that you get to enjoy! Also, thanks for the great vid and the LiDAR info. 👍🏼

[@Jay_Bird]

Blessings to Aura and the rest of your fam! ♥

[@RyanPatrickOHara]

FWIW those aren't vintage Cooke lenses the Alexa 35 is using. That is Cooke Mini S4/i which were introduced around 2011. Also look into the Preston Ranger 2. That is what we use on big sets for this kind of technology when needed. Most jobs don't need something like this as professional 1st AC's are quite good and a lot of narrative work requires control and understanding of focus more than just tracking whoever is in the middle of frame. Bouncing focus for dialogue scenes are a good example. Most AC's are very happy for more tools like this to become options because focus is a hard job and it's only a fraction of what an assistant cameraperson does. Good video by the way, I'm new to this channel and enjoyed it.

[@rdrpnet]

Congratulation to you and your wife for your amazing Aura and your Family, to all of you just the very best for your future !!! Thanks also that you rased finaly the 'Q' why DJI does now the Apple Thing here...

[@mrshaheedmalik]

Aura looks like art. Congrats.

[@WesleyClouden]

PD-Movi crushing it then and now

[@Jazodog]

Congrats!! New intern is awesome!!! Enjoy the life everyday but make art right now :)

[@ecko1882]

Nice man, we just had our fifth baby girl 2 weeks ago. I'm right there with you. Lol

[@robinburle130]

Aura. Such a beautiful name. May her life be long and healthy ❤️❤️

[@bradpaulp]

Josh Yo is if Potato Jet & Gerald Undone had a baby. The crazy amount of detailed specs spoken of + the crazy rigs that get put together. Prove me wrong.

[@mediatrends3605]

Congratulations on the beautiful addition bro! 🎉😊

[@johnnyray5515]

The LiDAR focus from DJI is a game changer imo

[@brycebyte]

So $2,400 (before all the rigging supplies) for autofocus? Am I missing something here?

[@flamonaut]

But then you can autofocus ashtrays like this anamorphics ;)

[@philipbloom]

Hey Josh, crazy video! Best thing? Aura, am so happy for you. 🙂

[@MAKEARTNOWCHANNEL]

You're right! She is the best! No sleep for mama or dada, but it's so worth it.

[@JoATTech]

I have no idea what I just watched ... but it seems fun :D. I'm getting PDMovie Live Air 3 Smart next month or in 2 months ... tight budget here :(

[@nickwander8605]

Congrats with Aura ❤️

[@cjadams7434]

One reason it might be useful to have both DJI Transmission TX/RX units or TX/HB-Monitor units on the same rig is for SteadiCam Use! - You might well have the TX and HB-monitor on the same rig and then extra RX units on set for video village or 1st AC…so DJI may want to have a reduced power setting mode like the TeraDek Bolt does so you can put the steadicam’s RX/HB-M units in low power mode for that use case

[@m29matt]

Congrats, man! Aura is adorable!

[@Triflixfilms]

This video made me very grateful to have a Ronin 4d that "just works" out of a box and doesn't require any rigging. This looks like a lot of possible points of failure during a shoot.

[@MAKEARTNOWCHANNEL]

we had no failure on the Arri rig, just needed to calibrate the sensor plane first. We forgot to do that. But yes for standalone run and gun setup, its not ideal. Heavy and cumbersome. It really is meant for the pro world. Now if only DJI can release a new transmitter that doesn't have 70millisecond lag, then you would see this everywhere.

[@Triflixfilms]

@@MAKEARTNOWCHANNEL For sure! Every step towards innovation is a net positive for the industry.

[@EmeraldAudiovisual]

If the darn hub was in stock, that would be helpful. Been waiting for a while.

[@mattuhry]

Thanks for this - excited to watch this tech evolve.

[@redumbrella4218]

Fantastic job! Thank you so much! 🏆

[@vladbobe26]

Amazing in depth video, thank you!

[@rfs_dp]

The main problem as of now is that it only works with the dji monitor. As a DP and Focuspuller on bigger commercial sets i would love to use the Lidar Focus overlay/depth map, that lets u see where ur focus and subject is but i would never use that screen as a focus monitor because it lacks too much industry standard options compared to a smallhd for example. And yes i used it before and it worked but just was unconvenient compared to a smallhd and its functions. Also would never use autofocus in 90% of scenarios...

[@DarkKai33]

I'm thinking of buying this monitor - what sorts of things do you not get compared to a smallhd? Thanks for the info!

[@gabriele4815]

@@DarkKai33 I got an smallHD 703 ultrabright and I’ve used this monitor of DJI a lot, and I can say that smallhd is so much better. Not even comparable. For example the quality of peaking and focus assist on this monitor is very low, and it’s not very customizable. SmallHD is a very focus puller monitor, this is not. Is good only as touch monitor for ronin 4d.

[@kingharv2011]

Beautiful baby !!! Dope video !!

[@SlaneVintageModern]

LIDAR with an auto focus lens? I feel like I saw a review stating that you can use LiDAR with them but I’m seeing people stating that you can’t. Obviously the best thing about the LiDAR is to be able to use all the manual lenses, but being able to get excellent focus in the dark is a great attribute, doing it with an auto focus lens would be a great addition for shooting wedding videos, when you want to instantly switch to snap a photo. I’m very new to all of this so if there is something I’m missing that make is not feasible and taking another route is better, then I would love be to hear it. Thank you. Also thank you for the review. It was very helpful.

[@LOMISFILM]

Glad to see they're improving this thing. I've used it a few times and absolutely hated it, viscerally. But I hope one day that isn't the case.

[@Ben-sq6un]

Congrats. Brother, so much Joy!

[@skinner115]

Damn that Kondor kit is sick

[@MullicanDesigns]

Congrats Dad!

[@jukkahillberg]

Just fyi, there is Axoncine BM3DF-g2 that works with DJI 3D focus without gimbal, totally independent, but you need also Tilta Nucleus Nano motor/control wheel. I use it with ZCam + anamorphic lenses/adapters. It is not perfect and doesn't have any face detection or tracking, but follows focus well when subject in 3D "eye". You can store 5 lenses calibration data and can be switched by button when swapping lenses without recalibration. Not very pricey either. Works for basic shoots within 10 m or so, ie what 3D can see.

[@dnycewitchrist]

Congratulations Broham!!!

[@giulas]

Congrats Daddy!!!! Soooo cute!!!

[@RICH_Photography]

I fully tested the PD Movie Live Air 3 Smart with LiDAR and did a review. While I understand the benefit of facial recognition...the PD Movie is far better suited for the obvious, auto focus when manual focus pullers could benefit from it. DJI is onto something, but it feels like they don't wanna develop new items, and the add on and add on is getting quite crazy now. It seems as if they don't want to alienate their gimbal.

[@AM-mr8or]

Great point.

[@DavinaHader]

I totally agree that instead of DJI making their auto focus more simple, they just made it more complicated! PDMovie's new lidar 3 system is really amazing and really the way to go! Especially if you are filming without the help of a good assistant.

[@tecno8335]

The new DJI lidar focus pro is light years ahead of this...its insane by how much.

[@flochfitness]

DUDE!!!! I noticed in the last video with the wasps and you seemed to be using this? I was like....how is he doing that without a gimbal!?!?!?

[@MAKEARTNOWCHANNEL]

Yeah! I was using that set up. Worked like a charm. Need to finish that video.

[@flochfitness]

@@MAKEARTNOWCHANNEL BEES! BEES EVERYWHERE!!!

[@mennyus]

great video. I work on big budget stuff, but only recently tried out the Ronin 4D and bar none the biggest revelation was this lidar depth mapping tech inside. BUT no one will EVER really use this on big sets in its current form. As soon as DJI offer it as a standalone system this will take the industry by storm. A few things need to happen for that to work though: - have it be a standalone system that can sit on top of the camera like the Cine RT - Integrate it with high end FIZ systems, like the Preston HU-4 and the ARRI Hi-5 / or - Integrate it with Teradek's transmission system so you can have it overlayed on your monitor. I know you said in the video that 70ms delay is acceptable, but this is categorically false on big sets and everyone will stick to Teradeks and Vaxis transmitters other than the drone guys, who love the range of the DJI transmission. I think the problem right now, for ACs anyway, is that DJI wants to build its own ecosystem on top of this tech, and while the lidar system is ready, the transmission system is only getting there (I mean it's amazing, it's 90% there, but needs to be zero latency to compete with teradek) and their focus system is non-existent.

[@jacopoabbruscato9271]

The best thing they could do to the LiDAR system was to make it independent from gimbals. Now it has really great potential.

[@NoSuRReNDeR001]

Congrats on the intern brotha! Was great meeting you at NAB... B&H guy Redbeard(party invite guy)

[@BadKarma714]

Yo-yo yo it’s JoshyO in Ohio. I have always wanted to meet this guy when he was in L.A. I live in Orange County he inspired me to make videos.

[@ohwowcreate]

Congrats!!!

[@cooperburns380]

As a first AC I would love just the LiDAR map to pull focus until they can get their Wireless Focus on 15mm rods, autofoucs is great but there is the art of where the DP wants focus to land as well. I think they have a huge market they they are kinda only half tapping into right now. If they made a wireless focus system like the Titla M series and paired it with their LiDAR tech I think DJI would instantly take over the game when it comes to wireless focus systems. If they don't pick up the slack I hope someone does because this is an insanely helpful tool that I hope is explored more.

[@gummoman]

Friend, congratulations Aura, it's the cutest thing I've ever seen. This system is unnecessarily complicated (and expensive). When you buy a technological product you want to make things easier. And this product does not comply with that.

[@TechNicklyChristmas]

Fantastic Information

[@wildwoodweddingfilms]

I had a 4D and loved manually focusing with the LiDAR waveform. So much easier than trying to pull it off with a focus wheel. And yet with this kit, in all of its complexity, I can’t do that! DJI just learn how to package this properly! Maybe make a $3k ring gimbal LiDAR package! DJI, Why do we need the wireless system if we just want to use this solo? Make it happen!

[@ArturMaiaCarvalho]

Congratulations 🎊 happy new life!

[@cameronb4099]

You missed a golden "Make Aura Now" joke opportunity

[@Madtography]

Josh about the 12mm rod thing, check Smallrig part 3681.. exactly what you might need :D

[@ylvisuals355]

You don’t really need the transmitter and receiver to make it work as a solo shooter. If you only have the RS3 pro you can set up the LiDAR with it. Once set, disconnect it from RS3 pro and use a v mount battery and an special DTap to usbc to feed the LiDAR. The system would keep the last settings you had on the RS3. This a bit more budget friendly, takes a bit more time and preparation while setting it, I also have noticed that with my 85mm 1.5 focusing wasn’t as smooth than with wider focal lengths but overall it does a pretty decent job.

[@Loftikaz]

thank you for showing how complicated it is that I don't have to buy one :)

[@prOkrEAt]

you ever make the build video with the 4d grips and kondor parts? i am glad to see they are releasing a lidar mount. finally time someone has made one to mount for better placement.

[@cjadams7434]

Yeah really looking for a followup on this.! - i for one would want to use this on the Tilta Float setup.. so the HBMonitor and TX would be on the same rig… So have to figure that out… and also would want to use the relocation wires for the handles to maybe merge them into one “SuperHandle” Tilta.. poke poke! - since we need to work One handed on a steadicam if were operating and using all the camera control / lidar!… but we only have the small area for monitor and controls on the float or most steadycams.

[@waveland]

I think I officially have an Inspire 2 kit for sale in order to pay for this system. Wow.

[@Zarb3l]

How thanks !! i go buy this to finish my build ;)

[@wakingstate9]

Fuck the gear etc. It's that little bundle that counts. Happy dadhood dude.

[@MajorGeneralHavoc]

that is so cool!!!

[@GizmoMaxx]

Im Running the Set up for a year now 🚀

[@billyoung9538]

Why do I feel like this would be ideal for the Blackmagic Pocket & FF cameras, because most people are already going to add a vmount for the camera, and as this stands other cameras of that form factor would have to be rigged up in a similar way with one of these setups. If everyone is in that same clunky rig space then the only thing left is image, and Blackmagic cameras tend to produce some of the nicest footage for their price point making them almost the ideal small camera for this setup.

[@dontcoachme62]

Love your vids sir keep up the good work

[@sabby272]

Idk why everyone says you cant run the Lidar Module solo - I have a buddy who runs it on his raptor with a pdmovie motor as well. Runs it off NPF I believe but could also just get the right cable to do DTap. Need an RS3 for initial lens calibration but you could rent one for a day just to get your lens set

[@jeirg-lr8vf]

I saw s5II in this video. And saw you where in Japan at presentation. Where's your review of S5II?

[@REVIEWSONTHERUN]

Cool! Thanks for sharing it. ✌️

[@VasariFilms]

Hi Ora. damn god bless you man. Also have a newborn daughter.

[@peterleix]

Honestly would rather deal with that setup or the 4d also you still would have to wear a tilta float to match smoothness? Not criticizing just curious, I have the 4d and the internal prores still beats most most cameras I can rig on a gimbal and I put in and out my bag in 10 seconds but am open minded to other options. Congratulations and welcome to the dad club

[@rne1223]

You are in every nightmare of a DJI engineer.

[@JJ_Khailha]

Dear god, look at all those cables! 😂

[@DominikMBlock]

great video, super interesting! will there ever be the step by step video for the rig with the kondor blue parts? 👀 13:12

[@LikeAGentlemanPlease]

Haven’t watched videos about gear in a year or so since I’ve been traveling overseas but this feels like a commercial to make me buy everything 3:37 to feel like a real pro. Good video but don’t buy the hype. My a7siii with ninja v and ronin combo is all I need.

[@picxlmedia7856]

Would be nice to show how connected the lidar to the hub without a gimbal.

[@themasonera]

Seems like all the KZbinrs getting the Lidar Hub but no one else can. Hey DJI can we get ours? 😂

[@ClintByrne]

This was helpful.

[@pureheartvisuals]

Bro, did you do a review on the Panasonic S5 II (X) ? I thought I saw you as part of the Influencers out there. Definitely was looking for your review.

[@camerariggingmods9667]

Another masterpiece 👏

[@DroseMr]

Awesome!

[@tim_mueller]

So I can strap Lidar Autofocus on a Komodo on a Cinelifter now? Nice!

[@2handsomeforlaw]

Now do a video about the DJI Lidar and Lumix cameras :)

[@jacks3940]

Whats going on with DJI and Lumix?

[@PedroBraulioAlvarezMuvdi]

Still can't find a video showing the possibility to use 2 dji focus motors working properly with the brightmonitor and handles to be able to pull focus and iris at the same time...

[@ienpassi]

You are mind blowing ❤🎉

[@PeyoteSpyder]

Congratulation's on your new intern. Due to budget restrictions I purchased the Acssoon Lidar. I haven' had the chance to try it out because Im working too much. lol. They also have a Cine view nano. It looks like a low budget solution. What are your thoughts?