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I got the chance to test out the Live Air wireless follow focus kit from PD Movie, and with such a small form factor, didn't have any especially high expectations. But, I was wrong- this has got to be THE go-to kit for the entry level user. A few reasons why: Built in batteries (removable). [...]
Rigging up your camera can be a lot of fun. But in many cases, it can add a lot of unnecessary bulk and weight to a camera that's great for just pulling out and shooting with little to no prep time. Where exactly is the line of when you should rig it up and when [...]
The tiny but mighty Sony ZV-1 has a few drawbacks that almost any user will immediately notice. A plastic build, a tiny grip and a battery/SD card door that doesn't open if you have ANYTHING attached to the 1/4" screw thread on the bottom. While it is just a compact camera, the Smallrig cage can [...]
Small or large, camera rigs can get heavy and shoulder rigs can help. It’s a style that may not be for everyone but for those who enjoy it- which setup is best? While keeping it all well balanced is the key for comfort, Smallrig offers a few choices that might be interesting to take a [...]
Not long ago I reviewed the GH5 cage made by SmallRig, and generally speaking I loved it. It’s very well made, no scratches or rough joints, beautifully finished and simple, yet well functioning. There were a few points though that, while they didn’t bother me personally, could use improving. Not long after that, SmallRig announced a [...]
This time I’m taking a quick look at a few extra accessories for the SmallRig cage and rod system which I reviewed here.What I have is the Safety NATO Rail with a 15mm Rod Clamp and a 6 inch Rod/90 Degree Rod Adapter to help connect it to my main setup. You can attach your [...]
The SmallRig GH5 cage and accessories make for a very fairly priced and very high quality rig. While a lot of details may not appear drastically different from other designs, that’s not a bad thing. Especially considering the price. Getting a solid, trustworthy and functional rig setup is what counts and SmallRig definitely delivers on [...]
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