Sony Fx3 vs BMPCC 6K | First Impressions | Pros & Cons

[@BrittneyJanae]

I will say… the Sony app is WAYY better than the BMPCC app! What are you thoughts on both cameras?

[@SkinnyWasHere]

Love that you’ve been able to use the camera for an extended time. I’ve been using the a7siii for everything. Ideally would like an fx6 but love being able to use a minimalist stripped down cam or built out on rig if needed.

[@Aaron_Smith_OM]

Keep both. I think they are different tools for different jobs. Gotta look into the Sony app. I really like the BM app especially after the last update. Plus the BM app almost makes using the camera screen null. Almost.

[@jacksonpetit1212]

I have the 6K Pro and love the image but the lack of autofocus in my most run and gun situations is killing me. It's also quite heavy. I want to keep it simple and light. Was initially looking at the C70 but will probably get the FX3...will miss built in NDs. Decisions.

[@BrittneyJanae]

@@jacksonpetit1212 what does your setup consist of?

[@jacksonpetit1212]

@@BrittneyJanae I have the camera in a smallrig cage, top handle, Shinobi 5” monitory, 15mm support rod system, smallrig v mount plate with 99w battery and Tamron 24-70 for run and gun and interview setups. And fly it on the RS2 for gimbal work.

[@aybee5908]

I own the BM 6K pro for ten months now. I love the very bright (flipable) monitor, false colour, the ND and double xlr outs. This will be my favourite workhorse for the next years. BM-Raw is outstanding in quality and post workflow. I never had overhaeting problems so far. Yes I´ve heared of several Sony cams with overheating issues, including the new Sony a4 (especially with external recorders). Even my older Sony FS5 ii shutted down two times during a shot in summer. I´ve never seen a Sony menu which is intuitive to handle. But they are getting better in the upper alpha series. For weddings and some action stuff, I sometimes wished an autofocus, but these situation are really rare in the work I´m doing, nothing I can`t handle with a good pulling system. On gimbals I use the BM 4K, which works well., but I have to use an external monitor.

[@tombuck]

What an awesome adventure. The FX3 really is an outstanding camera- it’s super cool to see it used for something like this. 👍

[@Burritosarebetterthantacos]

6k pro rigged out has been amazing for me. Handheld or tripod, v mount, I can shoot anything I want. I wouldnt go smaller because I love tge weight…id only go bigger.

[@BrittneyJanae]

Yes I am currently thinking of getting the pro!!

[@aerofliteimagesnproduction1804]

From the beginning an still kicking it... always great content, above all thought, not only to what you do.. it's always the how you do it.. if you don't have the eye an creativity it will not get done... you have both. it's always how you use the image to draw the viewers attention.. Please keep this up.. always looking forward to more..

[@alanwillis5509]

I have owned the FX3 for nearly a year now, I was one of the first to purchase it. I use Sony microphones so they fit without having to buy a rubber insert. I use a PORTKEYS LEYE EVF which gives me False colour, and wonderful vision. Originally Premier pro struggled with HS codex but they updated, and it works super fast now. Since having the FX3, I can't remember using manual focus. ( several of my camera operator friends still do, old habits die hard.. ) I will not buy a lens which is not AF any more. Lastly I have settings in MY Menu, such as Format, and some other. I use the main menu, one in a blue moon. I have subscribed to you, and shared you're video to my FX3 Facebook group. Good video!

[@MUSAVISUALMEDIA]

You gotta be the only person I’ve seen that LIKES the old Sony menu system. I’ve setup the quick menu to bypass the endless menu scrolling. I agree with every other point you made! You can get a gasket on Amazon to make your mic fit the mount on the audio handle too. I’m so happy I came across your channel and I’m an instant subscriber. Thanks for this video!!

[@jacklee7343]

Wow I love this! Thanks for sharing Brittney!!!!

[@hallease]

Really enjoyed this! I own the FX3 and my rebuttal/agreements are as follows: - Menu system is annoying but you can really customize the physical keys and sub menu when you hit the function key to keep things quick. - SUPER ANNOYING with the handle not fitting LITERALLY THEIR OWN MICROPHONE?! (How Sway?) But the fix is to buy the little silicon grips, you can get them from B&H for pretty cheap but yea...HATE that. - FX3 also does come with gamma assist as a quick feature as well so if you're shooting log or HLG you can see it with that. That being said, curious to know which camera you shot your talking head with for this video, also love your critique about false color. - FX3 is hella sharp, I've seen other people mess with the internal camera settings to reduce it because yeah they'd rather sharpen in post so the picture stays hella soft and gives that "cinematic" look - I noticed your note about proxies and I couldn't tell if you were creating them yourself in Premiere or attaching them in post but the FX3 does shoot proxies and Premiere seems to work well with them on my end. Thanks for the video! Super bummed we couldn't connect in New York at the Adobe event because I want to officially meet you IRL but i'm sure one day our paths will cross.

[@BrittneyJanae]

Hey hey!! I’m super sad I couldn’t be there 😭😭. I actually met you before indirectly but it was super long ago, so hopefully we have a chance soon!! We’re so close!!! Lol But yes the customization is great! Bmpcc has customization buttons as well but it’s just something about also overall having such an easier menu when all your buttons are being used by other controls lol I always use gamma assist. I’m just not a huge fan of histogram. But it def does help! I shot this video with the fx3 and used the monitor plus app and used false color on there to make sure I wasn’t over or underexposed. I haven’t used the proxies in cam just yet I’m always nervous that it will take up more space on my card. But what I love is that with my bmpcc I don’t have to make proxies at all. I have the r6 and the proxies workflow is annoying. But shooting for a film creating proxies on all that footage I would wonder if it’s worth it space wise to do in camera? And I hate that this camera is so sharp lol. Always gotta keep that pro Mist on deck. I also switched my settings to try making it more cinematic but I just feel the overall highlight roll off and feel of the bmpcc gives a more filmic vibe. That’s why I feel they both are good just depending on what I’m doing. But I’m going to keep testing the fx3 and playing with it! Because it’s a great camera to have! And recently I found out about the silicon so I was happy about that!!! Lol.

[@TechnoShamanism]

Really appreciate your video and your sharing of genuine opinion and experience, not just a listing of features. Thank you & subscribed!

[@SaffordFilms]

This video could not have come out at a better time! I’m leaning towards the 6K Pro. I love your channel! ❤️

[@BrittneyJanae]

No prob! Yes the 6k pro is def great with the built in NDs and the flip screen. I wish I had that camera out here shooting bts

[@JAXTWIN]

Love this video! Congrats on your growth!

[@BrittneyJanae]

Thank you so much!

[@bejornv]

Awesome. Love your work

[@yangucheteLoud5]

First time here, love the content as a film maker, good. to know you are just NEXT door right now since I am in Zimbabwe... totally enjoy your content... Just subscribed

[@FCTHETRUTH]

amazing video!!! i definitely subbed love ur personality and informative videos

[@jasonnowwhat5041]

Love the content, definitely subscribing. I will say that, after owning both cameras…the blackmagic image is fantastic and really does feel different when you get it back into the edit and start working it. I find the Sony image less inspiring but I also find the Sony cameras overall to be a little more compete as an image capturing device. It’s not the prettiest image, doesn’t have Fuji or blackmagic character, but the latest Sony cameras DO excel at making it easy to actually acquire the image. Low light, battery life, autofocus and lens lineup are all things that when I’m actually shooting make my life just a little easier. I guess what I’m saying is that I prefer the fx3 to the blackmagic when I’m out in the field or packing up a small travel friendly kit, but then when I’m editing and color grading, I wish I had the blackmagic image. All trade offs and compromises. Great video!

[@BrittneyJanae]

I love this! I agree! The fx3 workflow is amazing when in the field. Easy to use, smaller, more versatile. But i don’t know if I’m ready to compromise the blackmagic image for everything else haha. But this was a great way to put it!

[@jaymills1720]

@@BrittneyJanae for personal use like travel, family, mini documentaries - could a BMPCC6k be feasible? Image seems better than Sony ?

[@shonmyles5033]

I posted this on another one of your videos but I'll post it here too. This is in regards to the lack of False Color: Since you use the FX3 I thought I’d mention this in case you wanted an accurate IN CAMERA way to measure the exposure for skin tones (or really anything in your scene that falls within a certain IRE range). You can use Zebras to achieve this. For anyone else reading this that’s a Sony user (but this also applies to any camera that lets you set custom zebra ranges) you first you want to find the middle grey point (the middle point on the light to dark scale) for the gamma/picture profile you are using; skin tones should fall within this middle range. You would then set one of your custom zebra settings to ‘Standard Range’ and use the middle grey point for the gamma you’re using. And you’d use the +/- setting as a sort of feather to gauge roll off from that point. Slog3 for example, has a middle grey point of 41%. Slog benefits from overexposure so you can set your ‘Standard Range’ zebra somewhere between 50-55%. Let’s say you went with 52% and a +/- range of 2. That means your zebras will be metering from 50-54%. Now you can use a grey card and put it in the scene you’ll be filming in OR use the person you’ll be filming and adjust your exposure until you see zebras show up on the card or on your subject. When you see the zebras you have accurate exposure because that is the middle grey range you’ve specified. Now, this still isn’t as good as false color. It doesn’t show the transitions between the light and dark points of the ENTIRE scene the way false color does. However, this setting combined with your second custom Zebra slot which can be configured to ‘Lower Limit’, can be used to see if anything in the shot is overexposed. Between these two things you can expose your shot very well and very quickly. And of course you can use gamma assist, the histogram and the camera meter as well. But you are correct, the histogram and the meter are assessing the entire shot not a specific part of it. You can use spot metering but that still isn’t accurate like you using zebras or false color is. So just some additional info for anyone who doesn’t have a camera or monitor with false color.

[@kniknotti]

I agree with all your points. Good job!

[@jessicashaun]

Great video Brittney. Comparing these cameras right now

[@RockWILK]

Yo. How did I not know about you? Brilliant video. Subscribed. Keep up the epic work. And thanks for your generous spirit.

[@CMOOREDESIGN]

Love ! Love ! Love the channel

[@rjctfilms98]

so glad i landed on this video. thank you! subbed

[@SourceAwareness]

👍🏾👍🏾Excellent Work, my friend, and Big Congrats on your success and awesome adventure in beautiful South Africa! Also, Blessings and Happy Holidays and New Year to you and your loved ones!

[@cugan83]

Have seen you asking good relevant questions on on the bmpcc fb group. Nice to see you have a yt channel.

[@BrittneyJanae]

Thank you!! Yea that fb group is sometimes helpful! Lol but sometimes not

[@henriquefujitani]

Loved the content! Keep up

[@AKsArtDesignLife]

This is a great opportunity, thank you for sharing

[@tomdchi12]

Amazing that you're getting to do this and experience South Africa! I've disliked Sony colors for a long time, but recently it seems Sony has really improved (I've loved some examples of S-cinetone though it doesn't have the DR of log) and that variable built in ND on the FX6 is really interesting.

[@BrittneyJanae]

They have def stepped their game up I use to have my Sony a7iii because of the colors. But I have been eyeing the Fx6

[@KoolCreation]

Appreciate the review.

[@CertainExposures]

Good job on the latest released Common music video :-). Gotta watch this video after work.

[@BrittneyJanae]

Thank you!!

[@DrWasim]

Perfect video! Thank you.

[@parkerberryhilll]

Awesome channel! Glad I found you.

[@jz_glass]

Thanks for the insight. I am not so much interested in the fx3 so much as the bmp6k. This helps.

[@BrittneyJanae]

If I were you I would get the pro.

[@RawDeal-mo1ng]

This the one, love it.

[@AreiaMedia]

Nice review. Just wanted to mention something regarding the grain on the high ISO. As you know cinema cameras are created with the purpose of capturing maximum detail with the least processing possible. Therefore Blackmagic cameras, as cinema cameras, do not apply any denoise post to the image capture. In addition, the data rate is also very high exactly to preserve any detail. On the other hand, all mirrorless and most Sony cameras apply a denoise filter during image processing, and then finally compression depending on the codec. This processing significantly reduces the grain but also the fine detail on the image and it's not reversible. With the Blackmagic you have the choice to retain the grain or remove it later in post with better non real-time noise reduction algorithms. Once de-noise is applied in post, the Blackmagic can even come out much better thanks to the more sophisticated noise reduction algorithm. Besides, the BMPCC4K and 6K sensors are from Sony anyways :)

[@professionalpotato4764]

Actually, not quite. The only reason BM has been able to get away with internal raw and not get sued by RED is cos the camera debayers and applies noise reduction in-camera that cannot be turned off. It's just a little to circumvate the stupid RED patent, but it is there. All other RAW formats are debayered in post. Check out "The DP Journey" where he shows ProRes RAW is technically more RAW than BRAW. But for all intents and purposes, BRAW is practically a good enough RAW for most.

[@kunsunrethy]

KZbin has bless me today! hello Brittney!

[@srandall31]

Great review, thanks for taking the time to share. Since I know nothing about the FX3, I would have liked to seen something that compared the codec offerings of both. I believe the FX3 does h.264 and maybe a Sony proprietary codec? Either way, depending on your workflow and software preference, that can make a huge difference in choice of camera as well. BRAW is a dream to work with in Resolve, but I'm guessing the Sony codec offering can be used across all software and not just Resolve only, especially if it's h.264, but we all know that h.264 is not an edit friendly codec. Maybe keep this in mind if you decide to do another comparison video between these cameras or any other ones. Thanks again for the info!

[@BrittneyJanae]

Hey I didn’t want to get into all that because there are so many videos that talk about that. This was strictly just what I liked and don’t like about the camera. The codec is also a preference thing. I could talk about how the braw is so much better and show the diff codecs but there are people who prefer h.264. The comparison was a personal what I like and don’t like about the camera

[@srandall31]

@@BrittneyJanae Makes sense. I didn't necessarily mean an in-depth review of the codecs, but in my opinion, it is a feature that also makes a big difference on people's choice of camera, just like the autofocus, low light and other beneficial features. Just part of it. All good points you made in your review btw and great job. Keep up the great content!

[@BrittneyJanae]

@@srandall31 got it! That makes sense. I couldn’t show footage really because everything I’ve been shooting with the fx3 has been for the film. But I think I may have touched on it a tad bit but the Sony files suck on my computer. Lol. Braw is super smooth for me.

[@kamikaze1213]

Great video Brittney. I shoot with a BMPCC 6K Pro and love the workflow and how tied to DaVinci it is. I also shoot the 4K RAW off an FS700R which I have seen mixed footage from an FX6 and it’s incredibly difficult to tell them apart if white balanced is matched etc.. I love them both but the 6K Pro has unchained my creativity as the FS700R is big. Once rigged it’s almost 22lbs, and I love to just shoot.

[@BrittneyJanae]

I promise you I can still tell them apart lol. I’ve been using my Sony a lot more and it just seems so digital like right out the camera the bmpcc has a better highlight roll off, the shadows are smoother. With the Sony right out the box it’s super sharp, super contrasted. But I don’t have an fx6 but if it’s the same as the fx3. I still love my bmpcc image better but I do love the convenience of the Sony! They pair great together

[@kamikaze1213]

@@BrittneyJanae which is which? kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKOXgp2hhs2NZ68

[@areginalmedia6451]

Dope! I'm loving my 6K Pro rig w/top handle. I think if I went Sony I would go to FX6, But I;ve seen some dope stuff on the FX3. At this point we can create dope content with any modern camera

[@brandon_krage]

Such a niche video title. Super relevant to some of us though. I use a pocket 4K and fx3 in my wedding films. Love the image quality in the pocket 4K but love all the features in the fx3

[@aman681]

Are you able to match them in post? I use Bmpcc4ks for weddings too..planning to sell my S5 and get a FX3.

[@brandon_krage]

@@aman681 Buy phantom luts to get a start and then I will make some videos on my channel where I match them.

[@aman681]

@@brandon_krage So I cancelled my Lumix S5ii order and bought a used Sony a7siii. I bought the phantom LUTs for both BMPCC4K and the Sony and used a few LUTs....and I must say I could get them very close. Looking forward to watching your video mate.

[@JoshTrachtman]

Great video, subscribed.

[@silklion7375]

I looove Cape Town. I actually lived there for more than a year and would come back any day. It so vibrant and colorful. I was able to see so many things and expirience some of the different cultures. Khayelitsha is like my 2nd home so I come back every couple of years and visit my friends there. I actually video called my friend today. Im sure I could show you some dope places

[@YCImaging]

South Africa looks fire! Dope video

[@BrittneyJanae]

It was an amazing experience!

[@briangibson9599]

Another great video. Big fan and subscriber since your excellent canon 85 video. Question, what kind of audio range do you get on your shotgun/fx3 mic setup when recording someone speaking? We’re gonna keep following you and pulling for you cause you share and that kind of thoughtfulness will keep moving you towards becoming a master cinematographer. Godspeed and many thanks.

[@BrittneyJanae]

Honestly I haven’t tested that mix because I hate that I have to use bongo ties to secure it with the handle. I usually use my syncing mic. I feel like it’s more directional and I love the audio that comes from it.

[@briangibson9599]

@@BrittneyJanae Using a steadicam air monopod may give your back some rest when tripods would get it the way during BTS. Also a picogear picomic could get your rig real small for clean audio during interviews.

[@BrittneyJanae]

@@briangibson9599 I usually use a easy rig but for BTS style content you need to be more mobile and have less gear

[@mbusoguma5504]

Welcome to SA. I wish you a happy stay✌🏿

[@SonsetFridayLIVE]

I know this is waaaay off topic lol, but I'm starting Invisalign in a couple months, and just wanted to know how was your experience with it?

[@BrittneyJanae]

Haha for sure! I’ve had them twice in my lifetime. In high school and now. The only con is that you can lose them. I love being able to take them out, they don’t really hurt unless you’re not actively wearing them right. My teeth wasn’t bad so this time around it only took about a year!

[@identityfeatures]

Thank you for the very informative video. I'm still up in the air on what camera the BBCC 6K Pro or the Sony fx3? I'm old school shooting for 50 Years, learned on Arri 35mm and the fabulous Mitchell BNCR which I own. From 2011 I went digital with Canon 7d's and the FVG modified 7D Pl mount. I still use my SONY F35 (Closest thing to film) and my RED ONE MX, I have almost every Nikkor lens pre 1986, the colors are fantastic! Why? Because they used Lead in the glass. Ha, A cinema secret!

[@aman681]

Wow…I use nikkor vintage glass with my BMPCC4K. 😊

[@blueboxvisions]

Your my favorite KZbinr🙏🏾

[@BrittneyJanae]

Thank you so much!

[@impatrickt]

If BM just made a Ursa micro in the Ursa body I’d be on board. Really enjoying what Sony is doing now though and don’t miss blackmagic at all really.

[@BrittneyJanae]

Really? I miss my false color and I feel like BM is super easier to edit/color for me. But I definitely don’t miss the body at all! I miss everything inside the camera and nothing as far as the exterior lol.

[@Ed_Scott]

Thank you for this. I’ve been on the fence between the c70 and the 6K Pro, and I’m leaning towards the Pro. 2 things. 1.) do clients usually have a preference about what camera system you shoot with? 2.) I’d love to someday see you tryout either the DZO pictor Zooms or the Meike full frame or S35 lenses on one of these cameras. Congrats on everything that’s happening for you and enjoy South Africa!!!!!

[@BrittneyJanae]

Thank you!! I’m headed home now. But I get a lot of jobs for having the bmpcc6k. Even this South African job they specifically requested I shoot with my bmpcc but I think it’s only because they’ve seen what I can do with the camera. As long as you create good work they are going to hire you for whatever camera you have. But most tend to go with the cameras they hear about. And I love DZO! I’ve used them before on my bmpcc!

[@Burritosarebetterthantacos]

Ive got a 6k pro rigged out. Its amazing. I only shoot handheld and like the weight. No desire to go smaller or lighter.

[@Mountainmovingstudios]

I own the BMPCC 6k pro and I have the both the 20-55 and 50-125 Pictor zooms. The Image quality of that combination is stellar!

[@gabrielesaladino9565]

Great video as always! Can I ask you how do you find yourself with the lenses compatibility? I mean you can't adapt Sony lenses on BMPCC :C

[@BrittneyJanae]

So I only have EF lenses. So I buy those for my bmpcc and use an adapter to put on the fx3

[@kleberbassotv]

Great video, ‘at 2:23 you show black magic with a mic, which adapter you used?

[@getrightmedia]

This is dope,I shoot with a BMPCC6K as well! Would you say you get booked more when having a red or arri? And in your opinion should I still try and get a red if I'm trying to pursue a similar path as you? If I were to get a red it would probably be a komodo

[@BrittneyJanae]

I get booked a lot for having a bmpcc. However as a DP whenever I get booked the goal is to use an Arri unless the shoot requires otherwise.

[@mattgray9297]

So few of us have both! FX3 for any BTS for sure.

[@Shipwrckdntweetin]

BM is (for me) a behind the cam.. but what’s impressive is definitely your post editing game! Tight. I bit the bullet with the A1… wouldn’t recommend but I end up with 2-3 of something instead of THEE 1. But the FX3 for video and the XLR… omg! And love your comments on the low light. I just can’t disagree with ya. Shutter angles with the light flickering in some regions … yep yep and yep! I have no idea why BM’s menu isn’t more adopted. My 1st 4k’s battery made me spend an expert on external batteries. And finally… that smile! Yeah yours! 👊🏽😂 Thx so much for sharing with us.

[@BrittneyJanae]

Thank you!! Nice insight. You’re the first I heard that you feel it’s a behind the cam. I actually feel Sony is a behind the cam lol. What makes you feel that way? How are you liking the A1?

[@Shipwrckdntweetin]

@@BrittneyJanae I have to be honest… I thought it was overkill. Don’t think I will need a main cam for a minute. With my first BM it was straight Noob mistakes and not grasping continuous AF for the environment. I went all in… down the rabbit hole 💰🤬. Then insert Sony and it locked and didn’t let go. But the BM taught me about lens adapters and crop factor and not being scared of that MF. (And M4/3 … step children need love too!😃🤷🏾‍♂️) Onto this A1. It’s everything I could ask for with an okay display. But I upgraded from smallHD to ninja V. It’s not a BM display OR menu. I wasn’t a stills person.. but Ohhhhh boy…. Guess I just needed the right catalyst. I see myself “including”more stills with the Engineering tech stuff we do. (We are a strange bunch😂) I still don’t think I’ve seen a fast natural smooth focus like this. I thought the A9 II and Canon was “IT”. Would tell anyone to “hush” 🤫. (The FX3 video focus is so damn close it’s a matter of settings) And you know the tighter(open) that aperture is that’s often requested you can be out of focus so easy ESPECIALLY if subj is wearing a hat. (Projecting here😊.. maybe my skills) But it locks in the eye even with glasses. I’m ranting because I’m obsessed with inanimate object. But it’s all that. (And the GM lens is another topic…) I’d tell anyone to rent one first. I lucky and was able to splurge. Also, Don’t sleep on how fast the wireless is. I’d NEVER even think of that as a feature is but once you use it… and for the geeks.. the camera remote SDK is sick. (But it’s a Sony thing… not A1) Have the best weekend. Can’t wait to see the content in 2022! Glad I found the channel

[@Videosbyme278]

I noticed you used to use the c200 as your main cam, I'm curious about your thoughts on the c70 when compared to the bmpcc 6k/fx3 and if you have interest/have used that camera before, especially now that it has RAW internal

[@BrittneyJanae]

I have used it sparingly but not really interested in it. I don’t really care what’s really true RAW. I’m not that technical. I’m more of a fan of how blackmagic interprets colors via its sensor and the image quality I get from that camera. I haven’t seen much yet from the c70 that has really wow’d me honestly. The 6k workflow has just been great to me.

[@zackdoes3022]

What camera would you suggest for podcasting. I’m wanting a nice camera. Looking at similar prices to these cameras

[@BrittneyJanae]

Honestly any camera works. I just used a c100 which is an older camera with no 4k and my footage looks great!

[@twinkie1773]

Ever since I watched your video about false color. I make sure that I check before focus peaking. I'm using the a7iii btw. So do prefer the fx3 over a7siii?

[@BrittneyJanae]

I haven’t used the a7siii but the reason I chose to test the fx3 over the a7siii is because one I didn’t want mirrorless even know the fx3 could also be considered that. I don’t take photos with Sony cameras so it wasn’t a need to get the a7siii. I love the gulf of the fx3 with the threads attached to the body. And the fact that it already comes with the xlr input + handle

[@BrittneyJanae]

But in hindsight the a7sii wouldn’t be bad! Just requires more rigging.

[@twinkie1773]

@@BrittneyJanae thx ya 🙏🏾 also btw. I have a clothing line called SummerOf96 and wanted to knw if I could send you some merch?

[@CertainExposures]

@ 11:07 a nicer solution would be "rubber grommets." You can buy a cheap box of them with multiple sizes. At least one should fit around the microphone and add enough girth to let you clap down securely. I used some for my C300 mic holder. I'd link you but link messages tend to disappear on KZbin.

[@STGFilmmakers]

Hey Brittney any advice on where to look for bts jobs?

[@BrittneyJanae]

Hey I kinda started by doing friends bits of like photo shoots and etc then used those as portfolio to pitch to companies. It’s the same with everything kinda just gotta put yourself out there

[@BrandonColePhotography]

I think also because the black magic is a dedicated video camera vs the fx3 that leans towards video but can also but used for photography. Therefore you have a come congested menu to support both. That’s almost with any Sony camera even the Sony. A7Siii. Same with my A1 and A7RV.

[@BrittneyJanae]

Yea I hate it. Lol

[@BrandonTalbot]

BM has the BEST menu! wish everybody could adapt the BM menu and screen. How did you get into the BTS side of these films?

[@BrittneyJanae]

I agree!! And I got into it by doing BTS for my friends photo shoots, then he started showing people my work, and companies he was working with started asking me to do BTS for commercials, and then it led to films. But I share my content on Instagram a lot so most people can see my work and hire me from there.

[@Ryan-Payne]

Subscribed. 100% interested in learning how to get into BTS work on tv and film.

[@BrittneyJanae]

Thank you!! You should check out my video where I talk about shooting BTS. The main thing is really establishing yourself as a great shooter that can capture BTS in a way that still tells a story instead of just shows clips. If that makes sense.

[@FerdIsaacs]

DOPE! Enjoy South Africa!

[@GuilDormeus]

I’m big on work flow and this is why I’m struggling to pick which one to get 😅

[@BrittneyJanae]

I'm so big on workflow and for me BMPCC workflow is faster personally on set and in post.

[@Aaron_Smith_OM]

I enjoy my Pocket 6Ks and Pocket 4K. I think the misconception that people have is that you have to rig these cameras to death and you don't. Sometimes I just put my mic on top thread. And keep 6 batteries. That's it. And honestly, I'm tired of folks telling other folks that they aren't authentic "filmmakers" because they use IBIS or AF. It's a tool there for those that need/want it. Focus less on critiquing people's kits, and focus more on telling great stories. Too many folks got hella gear and their reels are shit.

[@BrittneyJanae]

Everything you said is TRUTH! And same I now have such a small rig for my bmpcc and I love it. I love me some good AF! I would Have loved for bm to have it. I say use all the tools you have. People don’t have a right to tell how’s a filmmaker or not lol it’s so funny To me lol

[@DrumzGalore]

😍

[@christiannwosu9607]

Hmmmm interesting 🤔. I'm still up in the air because there was such great info from both cameras. This will be my 1st cameras and I want to purchase the one with the best cinematic look specifically for creating content such as reels and short clips for marketing small businesses..... which direction do you think would be more suitable????

[@BrittneyJanae]

If you need one for social content the FX3 may be a better fit since it's easier to work with. Less time setting up.

[@WouterduToit]

I am struggling to choose. I have a ton of Canon EF lenses, and the filmic quality of the BM is just incredible. But the design of the FX3 and getting Prores out of it for someone editing in Final Cut makes me lean towards the FX3. Do you think the next version of the BM will have RF mounts, or do you think they'll stick with an 'almost vintage' lens mounting system? Also, focusing, and stabilisation as options. I like having options. It's only the image quality that I fear is not on par with the BM when comparing the two. But, image quality is such a huge deal.

[@WouterduToit]

AND, Cape Town is my home town. So glad you enjoyed it. It's a magical place, even for a local.

[@BrittneyJanae]

The fx3 to my knowledge doesn’t have pro res internally. The bmpcc has prores and braw internally. I don’t know if bm would go rf but I use a lot of my canon EF lenses with my bmpcc and my Sony. I would hope they go pl over rf. Honestly I love the image of the bmpcc and I love the fx3. I love using the fx3 because it’s so easy but then when I go back to my blackmagic pocket nothing can beat the image quality to me. So it’s super hard. Glad I have both! The fx3 I use for quick things like BTS and etc and when I want to get more of a cinematic filmic look I stick with the blackmagic so for short films and etc.

[@luxurybuzz3681]

Marry the lens. Date the body. Since you already have ef lens get bmpcc6k

[@BrittneyJanae]

@@luxurybuzz3681 He could also get an mc-11 adapter.

[@derekreed2854]

90 degrees on the black magic (as long as you’re using natural light) is my shyt!!! And EVERY camera should have false color with the push of a button like the black magic! But when I’m filming with an artist in the studio I ABSOLUTELY have to have one of my Sony’s, ain’t no other way.

[@BrittneyJanae]

Yea they both are great cameras to use together and both have strength and weaknesses so it’s not like one is better than the other. But I’ve never done 90 degrees what kind of look do you get

[@paramunayar2210]

waW! great talk... but for me how good is camera delivers to me is more impotent

[@khanceptbelal]

How'd you get into (rather, how does someone get into) bts for feature films?

[@BrittneyJanae]

Starr shooting BTS for smaller things like commercials and films. I have a lot of BTS from working with my other clients and I make sure they are professional shot and edited so that I can appeal to other clients. Sony saw the BTS I did for some other clients and wanted to hire me. Just make sure if you want to do it for films, don’t do all the gimmicks and effects. Tell a story with your BTS! Make it look as if IT was the commercial itself! And then put it out there! LinkedIn, Instagram, your website, KZbin. It will come!

[@khanceptbelal]

@@BrittneyJanae I appreciate the reply! This is a recent one I did for a client. kzbin.info/www/bejne/anKTcqShpJV7gMU I've done BTS as part of social media content for clients (most don't see the advertising value, so many times goes no where). But, would love to know your thoughts on maybe one or two things to focus on.

[@joshdiditt]

When you come back to Atlanta, Georgia, lmk. We should work on some projects together.

[@JuanTheBone]

oh god when you showed the system menus I had PTSD from my a6500

[@jayclas4023]

Hello, the Sony has a internal noise reduction and the Black Magic shoots RAW which needs to be processed in post.

[@BrittneyJanae]

Are you asking?

[@SabatajPresents]

🙏🏿Nice.

[@joonajks]

Beautiful video, beautiful personality, beautiful information and what a beautiful woman indeed!!!🙏🏿

[@rebuildnusmedia]

I woukd love to pick your brain about a documentary im going to film soon. Just purchased the bmpcc 6k

[@BrittneyJanae]

I have a pick my brain session on my website!

[@ForYouFromTemp]

I have a video where I balance my 6K Pro on a DJI RS 2 and it was such a struggle. It barely works 😂

[@BrittneyJanae]

I just used my ronin S for the first time in a while and it was so easy to balance the fx3!

[@TheAmericanPlug]

I upgraded from an action cam to the fx3 . I Still trying to figure out how to turn it on

[@BrittneyJanae]

Lol! Def watch a lot of KZbin videos!

[@BrandonWells]

the fx3 vs pocket 6k...this is the dilemma i have in my head everyday lol

[@BrittneyJanae]

Lol it’s a hard decision. I would say choose between the fx3 and the pocket 6k pro. But it comes down to what you do and what pros matter to you

[@veronicac.4272]

Can you do a video on getting to bts please 😩. I just graduated and studied documentary filmmaking and want to get into bts.

[@BrittneyJanae]

Hey I have one where I talk about BTS but really it’s about networking. If you know any friends or crew shooting films or commercials start there. Shoot BTS for those and make beautiful work with that. The more you shoot and perfect your eye (BTS is a skilled art) the more you will get bigger jobs. I started off shooting for commercials and just tried to tell a story with my BTS. The companies liked what I was doin and would keep hiring me

[@Brookssmedia]

You can go into the settings if the picture profile of the sony camera and turn your detail down to -7 to get rid of that digital camera look. I also use a 1/8 pro mist filter almost like 99% of the time to give it that cine look

[@BrittneyJanae]

I’ve done both of those. I know they help but it’s nothing like being able to get it directly out the camera without all the additions you know. But I have the 1/4, 1/8 and 1/2. I also use them on my bmpcc as well

[@colinthecameraguy]

I’m a Lumix guy so 🤷🤷 But South Africa though? Damn Girrrl ! In other news, you may be there longer than 2 weeks with the current situation #omicron 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@BrittneyJanae]

I’m headed home today. The ban didn’t apply to US residents.

[@BrittneyJanae]

This whole ban is weird honestly

[@colinthecameraguy]

@@BrittneyJanae oh thank goodness, I was starting to plan the ‘Food Parcel’ I was gonna send! And yes it seems that Omicron was actually lurking in other countries but South Africa discovered/made it public (for the benefit of oh the Whole World) and what thanks did they get?

[@tayo5302]

No shutter angle is easily the worst thing about the fx3 and a7siii

[@BrittneyJanae]

I agree!!

[@nobudgetindiefilmschool8323]

Is it for Viola Davis?

[@BrittneyJanae]

Lol yea it is!

[@BrittneyJanae]

Shhhh

[@aviwexaluva]

Whaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I live is South Africa giiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiirl!!!!!

[@BrittneyJanae]

I’ll be back! Where are you in SA?

[@aaronzipfer6031]

I don't love the picture from the PHOTO camera. Dynamic range is weak, and other artefacts.

[@BrittneyJanae]

I just think it looks too digital

[@clarksvisions]

The Fx3 just overheated on me while filming in Jamaica! All the overheating reviews in the states were lies lol

[@BrittneyJanae]

Really yea that’s why reviews are tricky! I don’t like watching reviews from people I feel like are just trying to sell the camera or got paid to talk about the camera because you never know what the truth is. Mine overheats when making KZbin videos. Not something I like of course but yep it def happens

[@carltonjones2915]

I do really appreciate your video, but one camera is run and gun and one is not.

[@BrittneyJanae]

You can make a camera as run and gun as you need. And I don’t think this video was about whether they were run and gun or not but thank you!!

[@babakkhosravi9979]

At the end of the day sony is more real camera and the downside of sony fx3 is missing Timecode.

[@BrittneyJanae]

Lol how is Sony more of a “real” camera? What is considered a real camera? Any working camera is real lmbo.

[@babakkhosravi9979]

@@BrittneyJanae what Gimbal you use ? $8,000 Dji Ronin for Fx3 it is $800 Dji rs2 .10 time less price and 10 time more feature also you have to hire a focus puller and hear lots of time I am sorry i lost focus becouse you use wire lens .you have to carry tones of light for night shooting and none of these camera are not real Cinema camera not Sony fx 3 not canon c70 nor Black magic 6k and so on Real Cinema camera start from expensive red and alexa and sony venice that they have 444 color sampling .. A real camera is a camera which design for spcific job and blackmagic 6k just give you harm of a cinema camera as a cameraman and all advantage of this camera over fx3 any things can resolve by a $600 atomos and don,t forget that sony fx3 have more Dynamic Range - Full frame sensor - better detail (not only sharpness) - better low light performaance - acceptable auto focus - better codec - better log (forget about proress Raw it,s not real raw) and so on with less price .

[@BrittneyJanae]

@@babakkhosravi9979 Hey I don't like using gimbals. I also wouldn't use an fx3 for a big production. I would use an Arri or some sorts and hire a crew. I don't agree with your definition of what a real camera is. I actually don't like that the fx3 is sharper and I don't think it has better codec so we just won't see eye to eye on this sorry. I think you're focused on the "on paper technicals". I'm focused on actually using these cameras and what has worked in the production space. But any camera that you buy that you can shoot with is a real camera. Now maybe you should change your wording to what you think a CINEMA camera is and maybe I would understand.

[@edancohen3461]

I own an FX3. It lacks timecode, false color, waveform, shutter in degrees, can only use 1/50 shutter (not 1/48), etc. I love my FX3, but calling it a real camera compared to the BMPCC, or even a true “cinema camera” is a joke.

[@BrittneyJanae]

@@edancohen3461 thank you!!