My BEEFY Blackmagic URSA 4.6K G2 RIG!

[@ZachMayfield]

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[@guarinoproductions]

You can check out some footage on my channel. You can edit BRAW in Resolve or Premiere.

[@CamJames]

Bought one of these too, and got the pretentious wooden handle. Got a GH5 as well. Great video man.

[@ZachMayfield]

we can be pretentious internet friends if you want

[@CamJames]

Zach Mayfield totally down for it

[@PhillipRPeck]

Have you considered getting the standard Blackmagic Ursa Mini side handle? I think it would mount to the rosette (although yours would be farther forward), and you would get a record button, iris control, and I think there's one other button on it

[@ZachMayfield]

I have! My issue with it is how plasticy it feels.

[@PhillipRPeck]

@@ZachMayfield I remember it feeling pretty decent--but it's gotta work for you, obviously

[@crazyclefproductions]

Nice camera rig! The monitor problem was probably caused by the low temperature. I was curious and here's some info from a quick Google search on what happens to LCDs in cold temperatures "To understand what happens to the LCD in cold temperatures, we'll need to go back to the basics of LCD technology. Liquid crystal displays are just like their name suggests... they contain a liquid that is housed between two layers of glass. Liquids begin to freeze as the temperature drops. As the liquid in the display freezes the response time slows down. In other words, it takes longer for the numbers and letters on the display to change (Turn ON or Turn OFF)."

[@ZachMayfield]

You just scienced me so hard and I'm very thankful

[@830Video]

Look into the Ziess Distagon T* series of lenses. I pair the set with my G2 for some amazing micro contrast and color rendition.

[@ZachMayfield]

Dude will do! I actually watched some of your vids before snagging the G2 man. There isn't a ton of content out there on this cam. Stoked to see what you do with your channel man!

[@beeldgekte8814]

I have the ghosting problem too in cold situations. Key is to let your G2 get used to it and do the "Calibrate sensor" through the menu. Or it can help if you switch between the raw/prores option a few times. Nice setup!

[@ZachMayfield]

Oh dope, thanks for the tip homie!

[@1915axel]

Great review! Might be my next camera setup. When filming so much BRAW is suppose you edit in davinci resolve? Is there any result videos you can link to which are filmed with this camera? Hard to find on this camera.

[@ZachMayfield]

Well I definitely recommend it! I actually work exclusively in premiere. I’d like to learn resolve but I just don’t have the time right now. I’m working on some content this week showing off the image quality and frame rates. Is there anything in particular you’d like to see?

[@1915axel]

@@ZachMayfield A payed gig that was entirely shot on the Ursa Mini G2 would be great to watch!

[@hellozzh]

@@ZachMayfield would love to see some side to side comparison with red. also, is it possible handheld for long time like a simply riged red camera? Because it is looks way bigger than a red. I use to carry a scarlet w with very basic set up, the formfactor is very handheld friendly. But the G2 just really doesn't seems like one that fit rng style. I also consider to purchase a canon c300 mkiii, which still seems more friendly handheld. If the ursa mini pro g2 is 20% shorter, then it's a no brainer, I will direct put 2 orders instantly. Also, someone mentioned, that the bmd camera is,not quite looking as "cinematic" as red/arri under your comment section. I didn't use bmd camera before, would love to know what's the reason makes this camera looks more video instant of film. Thanks

[@209SouthMiller]

Does the SSD card reader keep you from having wireless monitoring (like a Bolt?)

[@masshook.867]

I've faced that monitor issue many times! The monitor can't handle cold conditions for some reason so it does that.

[@ZachMayfield]

So weird

[@marcoasqmartins]

Just bought a bmpcc4k and am in love with the colors, the menus and the braw possibilites, so good. It doesn't really get better than this unless you go for red or arri, thank you for sharing your rig Zach. 🙏🏻

[@ZachMayfield]

I’m stoked for you man! I just love that black magic is offering crazy good image quality for such affordable prices

[@marcoasqmartins]

@@ZachMayfield same. Lucky times for new creators

[@onefourteen]

The Pocket 4k/6k has the same ghosting issues in really cold weather/environments.

[@heimatdesignPunktCom]

Hey, I own the G2 too, and definitely like it, but I am wondering what it is, that a Red or Arri gives a more filmic image right off the bat?! Is it the sharpness, the weak Olpf or what? :/ Unfortunately I dont have the direct comparison. Maybe you have as youve worked a lot with other cameras.

[@MrAlwaysOnTen]

what gimbals can you put it on?

[@divil2273]

why dont you use the original ursa handle?

[@ZachMayfield]

It looked kinda plasticy to me, is it solid though?

[@isaacbedford3644]

The Atomos Shinobi does not crossconvert hdmi to Sdi. Get the bm5 or lilliput Q5

[@ZachMayfield]

There's an SDI version of the Shinobi tho

[@isaacbedford3644]

Zach Mayfield I know. I have it. It does NOT cross-convert

[@BrownGuyMadeIT]

the Shinobi has ghosting issues in cold weather as well.

[@ZachMayfield]

Oh shoot, great to know!

[@TylerAdamsMedia]

Awesome rig! So many nay-dough-rails!! 😂😂

[@ZachMayfield]

hahahahaha

[@cfazio]

Do you use a mat box?

[@ZachMayfield]

It all depends on the shoot my friend. For small gigs it's typically not necessary since the G2 has built in ND's

[@philpritchard5173]

Thanks Zach...I'd be really interested to see any reviews of the best (economical) cinema lenses for the G2. Are you using Canon EF lenses for Cinema style too?

[@ZachMayfield]

That's a great idea man! It all depends on the shoot really. If we get enough budget we rent lenses so it just all depends. I'll do some research on affordable options!

[@temeketv]

Can you use Blackmagic Design's URSA Mini Pro 4.6K G2 Digital Cinema Camera for music videos

[@ZachMayfield]

absolutely

[@gagecallahan7663]

Wow great video man! I’ve got my eye on this camera as my next pick up! I have a question though, if the Ursa g2 was your B on that music video shoot what was your A lol !?

[@ZachMayfield]

It's totally worth it if you don't mind the chunk! Our A was a Red Dragon 6K. A little tough to color match but I got it done

[@gagecallahan7663]

Zach Mayfield I appreciate the reply my man! I’ll probably go forward with it. Went through and watched a ton of your videos. Thanks for sharing and keep growing!

[@Nqrgaard]

Nice video and nice setup Zach! Your channel have really grown 👍😊

[@kylehalim5957]

Will it fit with Ronin 2?

[@ZachMayfield]

Without the SSD reader I'm sure it would work with Ronin 2 or Movi Pro.

[@MrIanWebb]

Thanks for making this. Really hard to find any content about this camera.

[@ZachMayfield]

You bet man! I’m going to be making more for sure because I’ve noticed the same thing. Any particular G2 stuff you’d like to see?

[@TaurellFussell]

@@ZachMayfield I'd love to see you use them on projects, the pros and cons to using it on certain gigs. Run and gun gigs

[@divil2273]

Finally an recent ursa video

[@ZachMayfield]

heck yeah mate

[@TheRealMikeEdwards]

Dude. Before watching this video, the G2 wasn’t even on my radar. That SSD feature, along with how inexpensive the crucial drives are! What! I’m currently using 1DX Mark II and 5DIV.

[@ZachMayfield]

Yeah dude there’s very little content on it! Seems like black magic made a beast of a camera, then didn’t market it well at all. How you liking Canon life?

[@TheRealMikeEdwards]

Zach Mayfield 4 months later and I’m seeing this comment. My bad. Rewatching your video 😂 I’m loving my Canon life, but have a few limitations. Namely, external recording to SSDs isn’t an option and limited recording times of 30 minutes and no option to ac power my cameras for longer shoots. Not to mention the humongous mjpeg files. Initially invested in canon for its hybrid photography/videography prowess. Now I’m looking for a dedicated cinema camera. Preordered the R5, but canceled it. Now I’m back to researching. 🤦🏾‍♂️ Sorry for the lack of brevity.

[@MrAlwaysOnTen]

@@TheRealMikeEdwards ursa 12k

[@mbailey802]

Nice video, I hope to upgrade to the G2 one day. Looking forward to seeing your content shot with it.

[@ZachMayfield]

Thanks for watching man! I have a video coming out soon with some nice coffee footage shot on the G2 so stay tuned for that one

[@network-productions]

I’m running into issues with my Ursa because my ssd failed on a shoot, so be careful! I called Blackmagic and they said they don’t recommend b-raw for any ssd’s only cfast cards. Ssd are only approved for 444 prores

[@ZachMayfield]

Woah that’s wild man! Sorry to hear that. Do you think it could be the read/write speed of your SSD? I haven’t had a single issue.

[@frankoi4]

I think could be the frame rate. I’m coming from G1 with SSD, but with my new G2 I switch to Cfast for those HFR without problems. But theybare ridiculous expensive man!

[@jimiernola8540]

Thank you good man. I will now hit the subscribe button in hopes of more nerdingering

[@ZachMayfield]

brother, I appreciate thee

[@doug_EX]

275$ is not expensive for a good Vmount battery. A lot of the priority camera batteries are more expensive.

[@ZachMayfield]

For people who are coming from small mirrorless cams to cinema cams it seems pretty pricey, but you’re right when compared to other V mounts

[@MichaelGreenwoodMG]

Great video. I've liked it.

[@erikao2876]

Sweet camera!!

[@LiquidLensPhotography]

Likes Wood 😭😭

[@ZachMayfield]

amen

[@NikhilBalakrishnan]

😎👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@VfxBlender]

Nice!

[@ZachMayfield]

Thanks m8

[@divil2273]

Been looking on your channel, i like your content, hope I helped you with subbing

[@ZachMayfield]

Dude it helps a ton, thank you