Turning the Sony FX3 into a Real Cinema Camera!

We build out the Sony FX3 into a full cinema camera rig. The new Sony FX3 is part of the cinema line, but is it really a cinema camera without certain features? We add parts like a variable ND filter, Nucleus Nano follow focus, v-mount battery and other accessories to make the FX3 ready for professional filmmaking.
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15mm Hinge Mount geni.us/batteryHinge
NATO Clamp to ARRI Rosette geni.us/RosetteClamp
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💡 Who is Chadwin Smith? I am an aspiring cinematographer. I love creating videos and showing others how to light and shoot better videos! I also review tech and gear. Based in Arizona, USA

[@chadwin]

📷 What camera do you prefer: Sony a7siii or Sony FX3 and why? Lemme know below! 👇

[@TonyLaPron]

Panasonic S1 =)

[@nicholaiexe]

a7siii cause of the price and EVF

[@chrisardinazo]

Sony a6500 😁

[@TravisVarga]

@@nicholaiexe same. really dig the evf

[@KylieandJustin]

FX3 - just recently purchased. A lot to learn, but love the compact body. Thanks for sharing!

[@Leukick]

I never get tired of seeing how a rig makes a camera look so much more expensive and legit 😆 (and even though this cam already is). Great impression for clients lol

[@creativepandamedia]

i m with you haha

[@bluestilling101]

Good morning Chadwin. The FX3 was my dream-come-true camera for cinematic video. After the firmware upgrade, it has everything I need. My business parter went with the FX6, and he states that he is a little envious of the FX3, so that tells me a lot. I think that once you read how I rigged it out, that might answer a lot of the "why" as well. You asked what others may have done differently, so here goes. I did do something different. I want to take advantage of my audio handle on my FX3, so I went with the Tilta TA-MAA Mini Articulating Arm. It gives me just a bit more room to be creative with how high and different angles I can mount the monitor from the nato rail on top of the handle. I also installed the Tilta Nucleus M focus/Zoom system and mounted the handles using rosette mounts on a Tilta full-cage kit, which gave me the option to remove the top-center piece and mount the audio handle. I chose the Tilta cage because in my opinion, Tilta did an excellent job of articulating its cage with the builtin mounts already incorporated on the body of the FX3 (keeping in mind, that I want to build a system around my camera body, and not vice-versa). The nucleus-M left and right handles allows me to utilize the zoom and focus knobs, using only my left and right index fingers when hand held, or utilize the included hardware to mount them to a shoulder rig set-up. I also have the option to use the handles while using the rig on a tripod mount, or the option of using the FIZ when tripod mounted (or have someone else control the focus and zoom from a director monitor or over the shoulder. My motors are both mounted right-side 10 inch rod. The system is fantastic. I have the Nitze monitor cage on the Atomos Ninja 5+.The whole system is powered with a 160 WH V-mount external battery attached to the SmallRig V-mount battery plate, which allows me to supply power to my Sony via a USB-C line, (while still having the Sony battery installed as a backup to run the camera, should the external batter fails), d-Tap to the monitor, d-tap to the Nucleus-M system and still have a USB-A plug available. I have the Small Rig Matte Box on the front. Not at all the matte box I ordered, but it will do. I watched your video a few times before deciding what I wanted on my rig. Thank you for your input. I did a. lot of research before building my first Frankenstein Rig, but it was well worth the effort, because I love the results.

[@willvazquez3218]

Awesome. I love to see what other folks are doing, this really helps in refining my rig. Thanks

[@chadwin]

Thanks! Yeah, I’m the same way. I like to see everyone’s builds cause I always learn something new! I’m sure your rig is coming along nicely!

[@sarahgenge1381]

This is so helpful for me. I am not great at rigging and this helps me out so much! Thank you!

[@chadwin]

Awesome! Hope it really helps with your own camera rig Sarah. 🤜

[@jon112media]

Dude thanks for the vid! It definitely helped me and have me ideas on how to rig an fx30!

[@chadwin]

Heck yeah, this will definitely work for the FX30 since it’s essentially the exact same body! Thanks for watching 🤜

[@sonofthesea]

This was nicely presented, thank you.

[@chadwin]

Hey thanks! Hope it helps

[@simbasimsstudios]

Great content as usual. Great point about the direct usb-c connection to the camera. Direct power is better.

[@brunodn9702]

I love absolute gadgetry. Especially the motorized focus. You're the guy.

[@chadwin]

haha i love all of the gadgets and camera tech too! thanks for watching!

[@brunodn9702]

@@chadwin 😃👍

[@WM-eg4gh]

i look forward to the footage, cool rig

[@chadwin]

Yes, I will be sharing some FX3 footage on the channel soon! Thanks for watching.

[@hobatronic]

Check out Kondor Blue's 15mm rod baseplate. It comes with a quick release plate too! They also make a steamlined modular cage for the fx3 and an extension for the native handle!

[@perryquaranta]

Please send me a list of items to build this rig with the Sony FX3 camera.

[@giannisglikiotis]

1 year ago i was watching this video and had a notepad full of wishlist items.. i was so eager, so jealous! Finally i've got everything x2 (body,eails,cages,handles,wireless transmission, atomos, i even managed to get the fx lion from U.S.A) except the cine lens, which i prefer to save some money for DZO or Irix! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@chadwin]

That is awesome! 👏 nice work making your own goals and dreams come true. Sounds like a great rig. It took me many years to build up to this and I’m always trying to improve my builds, so I know how it goes. Those are great lenses also!

[@Thebogdanpascal]

can you post a list of each item on that vlock mount setup.. literally can't find any apart from the vlock plate.. and you haven't posted them either on the description

[@ResizeFilms]

Perfect setup 🙂

[@chadwin]

well thank you very much! It'll probably still change some, but it's worked well so far.

[@f0t0b0y]

Sick rig.

[@chadwin]

Thank you!

[@pettersand5523]

Hi Chadwin!Thanks so much for you vid rigging the FX3, Helped me a lot!:) That XLR-cable, do you have a link? Can't find one one line.

[@DaickersVideos]

Could you use that focus handle with an E mount lens that has the switch to change the lens from M-AF

[@lucaloschi8958]

Just a few things I would change Use the Portkeys BM5 WR (over 2k Nit, camera settings control over the screen and...an SDI!), on the bottom a lens holder, some strap to keep the cable ordered in place and a more compact Rode Videomic NTG (this way you could oftentimes get rid of the obnoxious designed top handle).

[@sam78882]

I did not see the art that you attached to the camera lens then the lens and what was it ? Thx

[@FlushyTheDrummer]

great video! I use a similar set-up, a few pieces missing, and I must say, I hope people dont think this rig is lightweight! I was shooting handheld the other day and it's still a real strain. No way around it, and would be the same on a bigger camera, but just worth pointing out (Oh and I wish so much the XLR unit came out to the left, the mic cable and etc get in the way so much)

[@chadwin]

Nice! Glad to hear you’re rocking a similar setup and liking it so far. Yes, it’s definitely still a pretty heavy setup, especially for long handheld shoots. I haven’t had an issue with the XLR ports bothering my yet; but maybe I’ll run across that scenario sometime

[@SoundSpeeding]

get yourself low profile XLR cables!

[@Onesightonevision]

Hi Chadwin! Thanks for sharing your rig. Can you also link to the tilta side focus grip? I looked at the tilta homepage, but see no model with arrival rosette.

[@chadwin]

Yeah no problem! They do make it, but it looks like it’s out of stock right now. Tilta Focus Grip geni.us/tiltaGrip

[@areskrx9527]

Very good video, I have a question to see if someone can solve it, I have a Sony a7siii I don't know whether to use a USB C cable for power with the v-mount battery or use a fake battery, what do you think?

[@itsmarcocanlas]

Glad I found your channel! Subbed! Question for the basecamp vnd - Which nd do you use the most for run n gun situations, the 2-5 or 6-9?

[@chadwin]

Thanks! I usually find that the 2-5 stop VND is enough for my needs. Every once and a while if it's really sunny, I'll use the 6-9 stop.

[@lauritseriksen4140]

Hello @chadwin. I can't seem to find that Arca clamp. Is it replaced by a new product now? Best regards, Laurits

[@sgagic]

That follow focus just bought me, i mean..how cool is that thing...

[@chadwin]

yeah seriously, when I first found it i was like "where has this thing been my whole life?!" love the focus grip!

[@TVPALOTINA]

Tem a mesma ciencia de cores da a7siii???

[@GaffedTappedGlasses]

DOPE Video

[@chadwin]

Thanks man!

[@Kommentaraccount]

Yeah, Smallrig Tupperparty!!

[@brandonjay_gotem]

with the placement of that shot gun mic dose it pick up fan noise of you ninja v recorder

[@osmankerimben2149]

Thnks for the video, how do I put a vmount battery on a jib (crane) do you have video example ? 🙏🏼

[@chadwin]

Thanks for watching! Depends on the jib of course and the weight it holds, but you could just put the whole camera on with v-mount and all. If that doesn’t work, I’d run a very long cable from the camera back to the handles where you’re controlling the jib and mount the v-mount there with a few clamps.

[@jeremyflood7551]

How do you use the HDMI clamp when it's blocking the door to the HDMI Port?

[@rawiritapiata2904]

Love it!

[@chadwin]

Thanks! Hope it helps with your camera build

[@paulmorales8298]

@@chadwin could you send me a list of the parts and pieces from this video

[@antoniomczenna8185]

incredible

[@chadwin]

hey thanks for watching!

[@geztal]

are you rec by atomos? or FX3? and how about the mic? its work if not use XLR cable to atomos?

[@Filmmakers_N]

Hello, could you please tell me why on my on-camera monitor the picture is not displayed in full screen?

[@thehoustonvideoproductionc311]

Does power over usb c only work with the FX lion beaus they can output more than 5V over USB?

[@peterbauditsch4663]

Love that shirt! 🙂

[@redhotchilipeppe]

Just the other day Smallrig teased an add-on to their XLR handle extension that allows you to have a hot shoe and other 1/4 mounting points right on top of the XLR portion of the handle. Not really what you wish for, but close enough!

[@chadwin]

Oh really??? I have not seen this part yet. That could be better than my current setup at least. I’ll have to see if I can find that. 🧐

[@itsreinfit3143]

Any update on this?

[@karlieharrison1061]

Love it

[@chadwin]

Thank you!! 🤛🏻

[@nwakeham]

So, thanks. All and all. How much for all additional gear. Not including the camera house or lens.

[@GlassfilmWeddings]

Also can you mount your camera onto that other base plate you showed? I want to get that one with an arca Swiss base plate does it fit horizontally?

[@chadwin]

yeah, the camera will easily fit on either of the baseplates shown at the beginning! you can def put an arca swiss QR on top of it.

[@rodrigopolozzi767]

Very nice vídeo man! 🙏🏻🤘🏻

[@chadwin]

hey thanks! appreciate the support!

[@rodrigopolozzi767]

I’m interested to buy the fx3 … I really like your setup, I think is perfect, I have change my mind about mechanic lens because your video. I have thought about zeiss lens, now I I’m want rokinon cine lens.

[@rodrigopolozzi767]

Thank you for all explanations. I’m trying to find the same tilta handle grip but I just found with other battery’s , I want to buy to the same battery’s of the fx3 , can you find other link on e-bay? I’m Brazilian from Brasil 🇧🇷

[@rodrigopolozzi767]

And about the matte box, do you have other option? The matte box that you show in this video cost about $ 700 it is?

[@chadwin]

@@rodrigopolozzi767 great question man. unfortunately, Tilta only makes the focus grip with options for the Sony NPF batteries or Canon BP batteries. They dont make on that takes the new Sony Z batteries.

[@rickymcc8624]

Thanks, I just ordered a FX3 and I'm looking for ideas on how to best rig. Currently, as primarily a photographer, I already have a good selection of all Sony e-mount glass - so with the focus breathing update (v3.0) that's already covered most of my likely lens needs with AF. Manual focusing is likely less good on Sony as most lenses have short focus throws. I need to explore pulling manual focus - as an option for racking between two points, but feel that to start I will be more reliant on AF. In terms of V-mount batteries I wondered what your view was on SmallRig's latest offerings? Compact but pretty expensive? Might be good though. I agree I wouldn't want to risk 'bricking' an expensive body by getting a power surge from a dummy battery plugged into (incorrectly) a V-mount. I need to explore PolarPro's matte box too. Previously I had thought about using the SmallRig pro version with a Polar Pro (PM) variable ND in 82mm. Maybe drop in fixed NDs are good too, but slow to use in a fast moving outdoor scenario. If using controlled lighting indoors then probably OK- more tricky outdoors in real variable lighting (eg moving clouds, requiring frequent exposure changes).

[@xavierescobar8687]

How long does FX3 last with the FXLion Nano One battery?

[@jsleger3404]

Have you already tried to put the monitor on top of a side handle? it looks great like this I think (on top of the handle)

[@chadwin]

I haven’t put it on a side handle, but easily could since there’s a cold shoe on top. I prefer to have my monitor centered whenever possible but can’t always.

[@robinfraser1599]

Awesome rig!!! Can the FXLion battery charge the FX3 and the Tilta follow motor at the same time? Thanks!

[@chadwin]

Thanks! Yep, you can power the camera and a couple accessories. Of course your battery will drain faster, but that’s what it’s there for right. Haha!

[@jonnyaesthetic]

That shirt is awesome!

[@chadwin]

😂 thanks man! I really don’t like vertical video, so I had to put it on a shirt. They’re on my tee spring now

[@NARRASSAFilmes]

Very cool

[@dougwilliams8981]

Does your Monitor create vibrations/resonance that gets picked up by the mic? I cannot mount my ninja to the handle due to this.

[@matteocarofei5389]

Can you swap the mounting side on the tilta handle and put it on the right one?

[@chadwin]

Yes! You can unscrew the part that mounts to the camera with ARRI rosette and put it on the other side.

[@JuannPaezz]

how much does it cost without the camera??

[@louisverville]

can't find the smallrig handle extension. Please help

[@chadwin]

here it is! only available from the smallrig website right now. www.smallrig.com/smallrig-sony-fx3-xlr-handle-extension-rig-md3490.html

[@timsmithvisuals]

Why don’t you connect a DC from the battery to the monitor?

[@joesheridan8135]

Hi, I just discovered this video which I stumbled across because I’m looking to power my A7siii with a V Mount battery. Can you point me in the direction of where to purchase the correct USBC cable from please? Thanks

[@chadwin]

Right on! Yeah, honestly you can use just about any USB-C cable. What you need though is a V-mount battery that supports USB-C PD to plug into. Or a powerbank with USB-C PD.

[@fauzanjamahat1]

Im debating to power my a7siii either using dummy battery route or usbc. Do u think dummy battery has more risk of frying the board inside? I know dummy battery have regulated power. But im not sure if sony intends to make the camera to power this way.

[@chadwin]

Honestly, you can really do it either way. I’ve powered the a7siii and FX3 with a dummy battery to d-tap and dummy battery directly plugged into the wall, both without any issues. The only thing is, without the hole for the cable to come out, you have to leave the battery door open or remove it completely. USBC works great, you just need a power bank or v Mount battery with USBC PD.

[@falcon4153]

Thank you for the video. How are you managing the audio when you are recording to the ninja v? Does the top handle XLR system record to the Ninja V or you record the audio to the camera and the video to Ninja v?

[@chadwin]

the ninja v record all of the audio internally on the SSD since it comes over the HDMI cable. you can just use the XLR top handle like normal

[@jakekeele]

I’m going to copy you. Thank you for putting in all the work. Haha just kidding, I love your Vmount battery solution. Sleek 🤘🏼

[@chadwin]

Haha 😆 feel free to copy anything you want! I’m hopping people do find useful things and make it their own. Good luck on your setup!

[@Shahaaim]

@@chadwin Got links or part numbers for the base plate?

[@zyedzydon6446]

Nice Channel ! Can you make a video about how you color grade and export your hdr vidéos? Thank you a lot

[@chadwin]

thanks! I can definitely make a video about how I color grade soon! I'm still trying to master HDR, so IDK that'd I'd be much help there yet.

[@RemyBrand1]

Looks good, I’d definitely power the ninja off the vmount for longer battery life and that way with a smaller dummy battery you can tilt the monitor without hitting the mic

[@chadwin]

Yes, that would be a great way of doing it! I was originally gonna do it like that, but I keep hearing people having issues with frying their cameras when running the monitor and camera off of the same v-Mount because power can ground through the HDMI cable, so I’ve been avoiding it. But I suppose if you power it up/down in the right order, it shouldn’t be a problem.

[@stanleystevens6278]

@@chadwin Will NP-F batteries powering both the camera with a dummy battery and monitor fry the camera?

[@chadwin]

@@stanleystevens6278 it shouldn’t, just plug everything in before powering on. Then turn everything off before unplugging anything and you should be good.

[@stanleystevens6278]

@@chadwin Thank you. I got concerned about shorting the camera for a minute. Glad to see you reply most of the comments. Cheers!

[@jamesbridges1107]

Where did you find the right angle micro to right angle micro USB Cable?

[@chadwin]

I’m pretty sure it was just one I grabbed off Amazon. Right angle micro usb cable should find you some on Amazon!

[@ekphotography]

Hey Chad, How are you connecting the base plate to the Manfrotto dove tail plate? From the pictures on Amazon it looks like there is no way to connect it to the Niceyrig Base plate? Thanks for any help...

[@chadwin]

there are plenty of 1/4 20 and 3/4" threads on the bottom and top of the nicerig baseplate I'm using. you can easily attach a QR plate to the bottom.

[@dantediego]

what lens adapter is that? theres no link

[@chadwin]

Here’s the basic one I use when I don’t need any electronic connection. Fotasy Canon EOS EF Lens to Sony E-Mount NEX Camera geni.us/CheapAdapter

[@anthonyjackson31]

Could you provide a link to the 15mm rod adapters? I can’t find those on Amazon or smallrig

[@chadwin]

here are the adapters for connecting multiple 15mm rods together. sorry for the slow reply! geni.us/thread15mm happy new year!

[@anthonyjackson31]

@@chadwin awesome! Thanks! Happy new year to u too

[@matthewwilliams7561]

Do you have a link to that base plate?

[@chadwin]

yeah man, here it is! geni.us/baseplate2 I just added it to the desc. as well.

[@admworldent]

Thanks

[@colinmadebymedia8194]

Congratulations. You built an FX6

[@chadwin]

haha 😂 basically! But, since I rigged out my FX6 now-does that make it an FX9?? 🤔 kzbin.info/www/bejne/apa6i6mEeKaDapo

[@perhaar]

Does the Fx3 still don't have shutter angle like a true cinema camera?

[@chadwin]

they haven't added shutter angle yet nope. but can always adjust your shutter speed to match the 180 degree rule easily.

[@jakekeele]

Would you say the 50 Wh Nano One battery is good enough to power your camera via usbc for an all day shoot? Trying to decide if I should get the Nano Two (98 Wh) or the Nano One (50 Wh) for my Panasonic S5 rig. Or possibly get two Nano Ones maybe? I’m interested to hear how your new FX3 rig has been working out for you in this regard so far 🤘🏼

[@chadwin]

The 50wh is not enough for a full day of shooting on it's own. Depending on how long your camera is on continuously or how many devices you're powering off of it it's probably 2-3 hrs. I'd definitely go w/ 100wH if you're looking to go full a full day. The FX3 rig is working great!

[@jakekeele]

Thank you for the reply. You’ve been most helpful!

[@rahulghule3023]

How can we use gimbal on this rig then?

[@chadwin]

You can’t. You would need a massive gimbal. Instead break it down some before mounting on a gimbal. Also, my muscles couldn’t take it haha 😆

[@CLdaSavior]

I have a sony a7rii and I'm turning it in a cinema rig camera can i plug my USB cable from the battery first power USB port and d tap 97wh to my camera ? If I don't have a battery plate or do I need a plate 🤔 I bought a small v mount plate for my battery

[@chadwin]

nice! you may be able to power the camera from the USB port, but it depends on it's output. if it's only 5V, it won't work. If it's 8-12v it probably will be enough output. You don't have to have a powered battery plate, I'm not using one in this video.

[@mauifilms4632]

Great looking rig and very useful information, But why not get the FX6 for the same costs?

[@chadwin]

thanks! well, handful of reasons. the Fx3 has IBIS, it's much lighter and smaller so it's easier to throw on a gimbal and use handheld for longer hours. However, I do wanna get the FX6 but it's been on backorder for months, very difficult to get right now!

[@samirachiko]

Matte Box Link doesn`t work... why?

[@tomkent4656]

What is the total cost of all those accessories?

[@darenshe7831]

Hi, what kind of cable u used to draw power from vmount to the body itself? Is it batter than using dummy battery?

[@chadwin]

I’ve been using a vmount battery with USBC PD, that way I can go directly into the camera’s USBC port to power it. Works well and doesn’t require any adapters or a dummy battery

[@darenshe7831]

@@chadwin Thanks for your reply! But what kind of cable you used? Do we need fo consoder the quality and voltage of the cable?

[@vladimirtalijan]

Turning it into a real cinema camera and then using it as a solo operator run'n'gun camera...but it looks good, what's more important than that :) :) :)

[@chadwin]

😂 well, it can definitely be used a solo operator cam, or I can throw my wireless transmitter on there and pull out the nucleus Nano focus wheel so someone can pull focus remotely. It’s functional either way.

[@magedeliss7423]

did you turn the shutter to angle too? or can you put the shutter at 1/48?

[@chadwin]

You can do shutter angle or speed on the FX6, but I usually just use speed honestly

[@chadwin]

It does 1/48

[@rtoms]

Dude can you do a smartphone filmmaking rig? Plss

[@chadwin]

That would be fun, I really should do a smartphone rig out sometime soon. Stay tuned.

[@el_leswis970]

Looks awesome! how much does all the equipment cost together?

[@chadwin]

thanks! oh, good question. lemme add it up and get back to you with an exact number!

[@sonofbaconator777]

@@chadwin how much then?

[@wyattarthur5275]

@@sonofbaconator777 Enough to just buy a better camera lol

[@americanpools6300]

Hey! Just had a quick question, i have a 13400 mAh with 190Wh v mount battery, i just wanted to ask to see if i can use this v battery safely with sony fx3 with dummy to d tap cable???

[@chadwin]

hey sorry for the late reply--just seeing all your comments now. you have to get a dummy battery to d-tap cable that has a regulator built into it, otherwise you could fry the camera with too much power. this cable should work--but I'd say use at your own risk. the manufacture doesn't recommend using dummy batteries although I do all of the time! geni.us/ZdummyEdit

[@daneshoemaker]

How can you power the Atomos Ninja with that battery? It looks like you are using a NPF. I"d love to power everything on the rig with just the VMount.. Great video!

[@chadwin]

You can def power the ninja from just the v-mount and sometimes I do. But there can also be power issues where the monitor could short your camera if you unplug or plug in the hdmi cable While powered on, so you just have to be careful. The ninja comes with a dummy battery plate and you can just plug in a barrel to d-tap connector to it, then plug it into d-tap port on your v-mount battery

[@daneshoemaker]

@@chadwin That's what I'm nervous about - I've heard of some of those electrical issues doing that so I need to find a good video or resource that has more details on this. Thanks!

[@GawxArt]

I like your shirt bro

[@chadwin]

haha thanks man! they're all on my teespring

[@BampFilm]

Ha, sooooo many of these videos, hate to break it to you but very few “cinema cameras” give any thought to a microphone… maybe a dude on a monopod grabbing B-Roll at an event… As an FX3 owner, former Red Dragon owner and user of Alexa, Venice, Red’s etc… the actual camera for “cinema” use needs good power distribution for accessories, backfocus adjustment on the lens mount (PL kit with shims would help the FX3 here), hard fixed rig points for video transmission and monitors and ofocurse good battery solutions and lightweight or studio rods… rare cars you’ll need studio offset rails. That’s it

[@grii646]

I have the same v mount battery and connected via usb c but my camera (fx3) doesn't turn on. Do I need to turn a setting on?

[@grii646]

or do i need to leave the battery in the camera?

[@chadwin]

@@grii646 Nice! You do have to keep the battery in the camera!

[@grii646]

@@chadwin Awesome! Thanks for the response

[@grii646]

@@chadwin one more question. can i power both the ninja and camera with that battery?

[@cstephenson333]

I’m trying to find out when are you going to just sell that setup! Lol

[@chadwin]

😂 not anytime soon, I’m loving this camera, it’s my favorite! But maybe someday…..

[@ClickPrintPlay]

I’d Magic arm the monitor to place it over the mic.

[@chadwin]

Yeah that would work! I just haven’t found a magic arm I like or trust yet. They always spin and fall out of position on me.

[@corail53]

Every pro cinema production other than documentary records audio separately. I would not include the xlr handle as being "cinema".

[@chadwin]

you're right most productions record audio separately and that's typically what I do, unless it's an interview and at that point I'm not mounting mic on top of the camera either.

[@B2BOY]

Bro what’s best FX3? FX6?

[@chadwin]

That totally depends on your needs. They both have nearly the same image actually. Do you wanna take any photos or use a gimbal-FX3 Do you need SDI output, internal ND filters and do a lot of handheld work, FX6.

[@chadwin]

@@B2BOY honestly I’d probably get the FX3. It’s easier to use on a gimbal and quickly run and gun with. Also the FX6 is on back order for 6+ months

[@chadwin]

@@B2BOY awesome man!! Best of luck getting your new FX3, it’s a great cam

[@Shahaaim]

8:50 You can actually remove that door quite easily with no tools required.

[@chadwin]

yeah, I know you can remove the battery door, but every time I try, I feel like I'm forcing it too much even though I've pulled the spring loaded pin back. I just don't wanna break it!

[@RobertsIslandLivingAdventures]

To me the mic holder with its tiny screws seems weak. Should we be concerned? Seems it was designed for a lighter weight mic.

[@chadwin]

It's definitely not a very robust mount, but it seems to be holding up fine so far. It's the same design on the Sony FS5 and other larger cams from them.

[@RobertsIslandLivingAdventures]

@@chadwin Thank you for the reply 👍

[@AaronStoneVLOGS]

That rig this is taller than a iHOP stack of pancakes.

[@chadwin]

😂 😆 yeah! That’s the thing with the Fx3, if you add anything on top of the handle, it starts to get awkwardly tall!

[@AaronStoneVLOGS]

@@chadwin oh I know! I’ve got one. I think the FX6 is my next purchase. I think it ends up being smaller lol.

[@chadwin]

@@AaronStoneVLOGS haha we’re in the same boat then! I’ve been trying to get the FX6 but it’s literally been on back order all year, like so many other things this year. Chip shortages are the worse!

[@AaronStoneVLOGS]

@@chadwin yes it’s insane. I’ve got a local Sony dealer combing the earth. I think i read that the sony plant the FX6 is manufactured in burned down or had an explosion just before the chip shortage. It may be a WHILE.

[@chadwin]

@@AaronStoneVLOGS that’s insane! If it actually burned down…..makes a lot of sense why the back order is so bad.

[@bitmaster2000]

PD = Power Delivery

[@jonnybigmuff]

Really helpful. Thanks a bunch. Note: For the love of god, download a copy of your closed captioning and do a word count on “actually”

[@chadwin]

😂 apparently I use that word a lot and don’t notice cause you’re not the first person to mention it….actually

[@HotSkull]

Turning a Sony fx3 cinema camera into a real cinema camera

[@chadwin]

haha 😂 yep!

[@freeston1]

I love your passion my dude but on a 24mm lens that mic is gonna be very visible, you're gonna have to pull that monitor back a bit. Everyone of these videos done by people who know their gear just confirms for me that I'll never have a comfy, balanced run + gun documentary rig for my a7s3/FX3 that includes a shotgun mic into an XLR adapter + a nice monitor. I have accepted my fate.

[@frankfeng2701]

I really think FX3 missed out on so many important cinema features - true 24p, shutter angle, waveform, anamorphic mode, DCI 4K, time code - not to mention internal ND, hybrid articulating screen, removable EVF, dual bottom 1/4 screw, better LCD - that it only makes us wonder why Sony not only placed it in the FX line but also priced/spec'ed/released it so similarly/closely with A7S3. And the major addition being the XLR handle is actually not as versatile or functional as your own handle plus a separate XLR-K3M unit.

[@chadwin]

Yeah, there are a lot of "cinema camera" features that are still missing, many of which you mentioned. However, I will say I would still choose it over the a7siii because you get the XLR inputs and red tally lights to let you know you're filming and it has a build in fan, so you never have to worry about overheating. It's a great B-cam or gimbal cam too if you're gonna match it to the FX6 or FX9.

[@jamshidqarshiev3111]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍📸📸📸

[@YogaLifeEtc]

FYI.... the Ninja 5 will convert the 16 bit to 12 bit.

[@chadwin]

This is true. And then it ends up on KZbin as 8 bit most of the time 😆

[@crystalfoxfilms]

Why would you need a follow focus if it already has auto focus

[@Ceogojekwannabe]

link for shirt please, kinda love the design "ANTI VERTICAL CLUB"

[@Badutspringer]

One vertical build to bring them all and in the darkness bind them…

[@davetinoco]

With all due respect -- all that hassle to get to the screen with manual focus? No. I would just have 2 rigs, the BMPCC for all my manual work, and the Sony for autofocus type run and gun projects. That is the one thing I hate about Sony -- the clicky wheel screen.

[@chadwin]

Yeah, I’ve actually done shoots with the FX3 and the pocket 6k paired together, if you shoot flat they can be paired and colored together pretty nicely! I don’t always run with manual lenses, just depend on the project cause the Sony’s have such great AF! Having two rigs is very nice, so def go for it!