Both! 😊 But the cage is a pain during wintertime, as the metal gets freezing, so I understand why people would get two wooden handles. If you don’t know them already, check out 8sinn.com, they are in the same price range as Smallrig, but I like their design better.👍🏻
@xkben903 жыл бұрын
Gimbal for something you do for someone else. Handheld for your personal videos (gimbal vlogs are too excessive and burdensome).
@TommyChrist3 жыл бұрын
Handheld only for those who have stable hands. I personally would like both! Great video for one more time :)
@ParadiseProductionUnlimited Жыл бұрын
The rig I bought a month ago was all wrong.... the camera shop did me no favors. Ordered and received the right rig today.... Love it! Gonna get a lot of use the next 5 days!
@seablueeyes8103 Жыл бұрын
'ARRI' mount on the front can be changed. The handle can be dismantled and rotated so the cold shoe is in the front, in the same place as the ARRI mount (there is a cold shoe mount at the opposite end of the handle, in the same place the ARRI mount is). Thanks for the video. It helped me assemble my rig.
@Matt_warren_photographyАй бұрын
Only just starting out .. so a cage rig is something I want to start with!!
@TheEricFromParis3 жыл бұрын
Sam, thank you so much for the idea of positioning the monitor lower rather than perched on top of the handle, indeed it's much better and I just ordered a monitor mount like yours
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure. Yeh it’s so much better isn’t it. Thanks for watching 🙏🏻 enjoy 🎥🤩
@ryevdee60643 жыл бұрын
OMG, someone who isn't just bolting on the ENTIRE CATALOG XD
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
😂
@HiethGeorge3 жыл бұрын
Got all of this set up for my EOS R so will have to click on the link below for the frame for my R6 now you have made this one ...... I have an excuse I just say Sam said to buy it and then that confuses the wife as she is called Sam 😀👍🤘
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂 let me know if that works! 😂
@BernieClark23 жыл бұрын
I’ve a similar setup and love it. Rather than have the monitor mount on the front of the top handle I have the Smallrig 15mm rod (200mm) attached. The rod gives enough space to add monitor, lights and mic all at the right level to work with. I’ve looked at the side handle - but so far I’m not convinced that it adds much value (I think the lack of swivel ability makes it awkward to use). I love the top handle though.
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bernie 🙏🏻🤩🎥
@BABYT3 ай бұрын
Lol without getting nerdy, and I was all for the nerd talk
@AttwoodMedia Жыл бұрын
Hi Sam, love your videos. I prefer to shoot handheld for a number of reasons. I love the natural feel that you get with handheld as opposed to gimbals and dislike that gimbals are large and bulky and add so much more to lug around with me. Also handheld rigs are more discreet and look way cooler in my opinion. Of course, sometimes you really need a gimbal but I like to get away with handheld as much as poss. Cheers.
@tylerfayosephotography2 жыл бұрын
Got my cage plus the grips coming in 2 days for my r6!! Cannot wait! I’ve been using my RSC2 gimbal for the last year so will be good to be able to switch it up with the cage rig
@SamHolland2 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome! 🤩🎥💪🏻
@RobNovoa3 жыл бұрын
I like the feel of the cage set up better, but can’t really complain about the smoothness of the gimbal!!
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
👌🏻 totally
@RobNovoa3 жыл бұрын
Also liked what you DDid with the monitor... I didn’t even think of that when I built my cage and my top handle doesn’t allow for that type of mounting option, so I’ll have to get a new handle or figure out a solution !
@damionsmith77343 жыл бұрын
Cracking video mate, brought both the cage and side handle. Because of this video.
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
Hey Damion! Thanks so much for watching. I hope you enjoy your new rig! 🤩🙏🏻🎥
@lindseyveasey29733 жыл бұрын
your video made me purchase a cage for my R6. Very excited!
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome! 🤩 I hope you enjoy 🎥
@peterfritzphoto3 жыл бұрын
Love your genuine enthusiasm, mate!
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Peter 🙏🏻 thanks for watching. I hope this video helped in some way 🤩🎥
@peterfritzphoto3 жыл бұрын
@@SamHolland It really did, Sam. Plus, I just enjoy your style. Always fun and entertaining. 👍
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
I’m pleased 🤩 ah thank you so much! Stay tuned for more on the way 🎥🙏🏻
@peterfritzphoto3 жыл бұрын
@@SamHolland Yes, sir!
@richvanevery32 жыл бұрын
Thanks Samm! This is helpful… I prefer handheld shooting generally. I wouldn’t mind finding a shoulder rig contraption with a view finder or some thing… I generally use an eye cup on my LCD
@ParadiseProductionUnlimited Жыл бұрын
Great video! Just purchased the rig! Have an R6. The handle doesn’t look like yours. Hope it fits… will know when I get home 😊
@yS-in7xy2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@Tipton_Wildlife3 жыл бұрын
I just got the black mamba small rig for my R5 and so far so good except there is only one choice where I can mount my Feelworld Lut6.
@lalnallath Жыл бұрын
Going to buy one today..you are too good
@JSCreative12 жыл бұрын
Always enjoy your videos!
@SamHolland2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Joshua! 🤩🙏🏻🎥
@samuelboatengyt3 жыл бұрын
Hand held, this is awesome, i want to try it 🤩
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
Pretty cool eh! Let me know if you do! 🙏🏻🎥🤩
@chrisbrownless3 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed this, very useful while looking to rig up my R6! Cheers Sam!
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! 🤩 hope it helps! Thank you for watching 🙏🏻🎥
@eusouoAlex3 жыл бұрын
thanks Sam super cool explanation :) cheers
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
Thank YOU Alexandre for watching 🙏🏻🎥🤩
@dazsmith8902 жыл бұрын
Great vid. Love small rig stuff
@SamHolland2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Daz 🎥🙏🏻🤩
@dazsmith8902 жыл бұрын
@@SamHolland i just set up my R6 based on your advice - how do you handle the weight? she's pretty heavy now :|
@SamHolland2 жыл бұрын
It should add to the stabilisation 👌🏻🤩🎥 smoother shots… and a little bit of gym 😂💪🏻
@federicoalbertelli3 жыл бұрын
I have the same set up and is great! Polar pro matte box is on a wish list for now 💰💰💰
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
100% on the list 🤩🙏🏻💪🏻🎥
@beretta0222 Жыл бұрын
I have same setup but mine also have battery grip. I have been experimenting with monitor placement and the one you have is ideal. However if I need to attach the light I would move the monitor to the top of the handle and light would be upfront . Monitor sits on the Atomos monitor mount that you can easily tilt and swivel.
@TheOliveBungalow3 жыл бұрын
Ordering this rig now! Just missing the cable link haha. So stoked to do more handheld work!
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
🤩 exciting! 🎥🙏🏻
@robertmattson86353 жыл бұрын
Sam. So glad I found your channel. Always great videos, and you're obvious a fun guy to have do a shoot. I just got a great deal on a Ronin SC (mk1) and a Sony a6400. I'm playing with that and my Olympus OMD EM1 Mkii and Canon M50 to see what works best. I have a cage for the M50 and with this video am a bit inspired/tempted to pick up some additions. Keep up the good work.
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
Hi Robert. Thanks so much for tuning in! 🙏🏻 sounds like a fun setup you have. That will be great! 🤩🎥
@adambond85403 жыл бұрын
Gimbal! Or at least I’m too scared to go handheld 😂 Tbh, that’s why I use my slider so much for B-Roll! 🤪
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
Sliders are amazing!!!
@JustBenForsyth3 жыл бұрын
This was great man thank you! Looks like an ideal set up 💪
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Ben. Hope it helped 🙏🏻🤩🎥
@HarryBase3 жыл бұрын
Love this man! Certainly worth building a rig I think!
@SretloW3 жыл бұрын
great rig!! 👌🏻 I made also a nice one (Canon Eos R)with Smallrig cage and same handle and a Feelworld monitor!
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! 🙏🏻🤩🎥👌🏻
@QippysChannel3 жыл бұрын
Love the Arri swivel head , it beats using a cold shoe mount, cos there were times mine did come off 😅
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
100% 🤩 so much better! 🎥 thanks for watching
@QippysChannel3 жыл бұрын
@@SamHolland hey dont mention it man, love your content 👍
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
🤩 thank you!
@dalapeterab Жыл бұрын
There are now two different monitor mounts on Amazon , 2903-CF and 2904-CF, and I don’t know which one to choose. Can someone please help me explain. /Cheers!
@ElBoyoElectronico3 жыл бұрын
Super helpful!!
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
So pleased! Thanks for watching 🤩🙏🏻
@kwameryan3 жыл бұрын
Without getting nerdy??!! 🤓 That ship SO sailed already bro. Gimbal right now! But only because I have all those rigging components in my camera bag... on the other side of the Atlantic and my camera's here with me in Germany! 🙄 (I'm a Covid refugee who can't get back home cause of travel restrictions). BTW I have the Nato handle (2187) not the one you showed. So are you saying it'll work with my EOS R but not an R6 or 5? Thanks for the informative video! Cheers Sam 👍
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
😂 so true! Thank you for watching. 🙏🏻
@Angelo_Paduraru3 жыл бұрын
New subscriber here, helpful your channel! Keep up the good work
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Angelo 🙏🏻 I hope you get plenty of value here. 🎥🤩
@liahglask Жыл бұрын
One doubt : How can I shoot vertical videos(mostly Instagram Reels) handheld with a cage setup? Is it possible to mount the top handle in the side?
@axelfoley7234 Жыл бұрын
great video. however, I went with your recommendation and purchased the cage and handle from your links. And unfortunately the handle does not fit the cage. On closer inspection the cage on your link seems to be a newer version to what you have and requires a different handle fitting. A bit frustrating!
@ElusiveFrame3 жыл бұрын
That monitor mount idea is great! Why get rails for a matte box if you have a lot of screw on matte boxes out there? Would make the setup more compact.
@JimHarrisonFilm3 жыл бұрын
I guess the rails could also hold a follow focus and V or Gold mount battery.
@ElusiveFrame3 жыл бұрын
@@JimHarrisonFilm That's an option but the battery life on isn't that bad and it has auto focus. It sounds like things you might add for very long shoots.
@JimHarrisonFilm3 жыл бұрын
@@ElusiveFrame Yeah definitely. Something to do if you want to power everything from one source and use manual lenses.
@HarleyLunar3 жыл бұрын
I'm confused which top handle is that exactly?? there seems to be so many different ones?! does the HTN2439 work with mounting the screen on the front ok? Super great video! just want to make sure i get the right handle :P thanks!
@alicearida36129 ай бұрын
Hi Sam! Thank you so much for this video, it has really helped me to understand what I need. I'm going to buy the small rig cage and side handle but I would like to be sure I am buying the right size for my canon R6, since you do mention about it on your video. Is the side handle the mini one?
@sundersquare3 жыл бұрын
Great setup. Have you got to play with the filter adapter for the r6? Maybe it wouldn't replace using a matte box in enough ways?
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
The filter adapter only works when you’re using EF style lenses annoyingly. I actually had one but sent it back because of this. Thanks for watching 🙏🏻🎥
@PizzlesTechTime11 ай бұрын
What about battery life are you just swapping? I got the small rig V mount with optional chest support
@SamHolland11 ай бұрын
Hey. I’ve since upgraded my rigs. You can just swap the camera out kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nZycZrmdztuRaIk.htmlsi=RGCTdw2f52gximZs Hope this helps and thanks for watching 🤩🙏🏻🎥
@JimHarrisonFilm3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! You thought about getting the new Smallrig Matte Box?
@qyhz80363 жыл бұрын
DJI RSC 2
@henrikolsen53 жыл бұрын
Missing Arri locking pins for compatible monitors. Don’t think they make one. Miss that. Need pins on both ends of monitor swivel.
@marcusgregoryrichardson222 жыл бұрын
Hey Sam!! What cable did you use for the R6 to atamos Ninja v? Been trying to find an alternative! Lol
@SamHolland2 жыл бұрын
Hey. I use these geni.us/1YKRC Hope this helps 🙏🏻🎥
@jimsielaff94653 жыл бұрын
Where is your external mic going to mount? The handle cold shoe? Any larger mic would be a tight mount. Putting a cold shoe mount on the side doesn't seem like the best option.
@impact20twenty2 жыл бұрын
Nice Vid Sam. I totally agree with you about the side handle. Makes no sense to me when I see people having a side handle on the right of the cage. Makes my brain hurt 🤣. I've got the Arri fitment smallrig top handle with the 15mm hole for a rod which I'm going to put the ninja v on when I get it. So far I've not needed an external monitor for the R6. I've got an external monitor on our EOS R rig but it doesn't work on the R6 thanks to the Canon cripple hammer.... One Question... does the Ninja V let you touch to focus on the screen like the R6 screen does normally?
@SamHolland2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! Sounds like a great setup you have. No, unfortunately not. That would be an amazing feature if so. 👏🏻 thanks for watching 🙏🏻🎥🤩
@impact20twenty2 жыл бұрын
@@SamHolland ahh OK. Yes it would be so good. I love touch focusing for certain shots. For example, today even whilst filming a conference, using the touch on the R6 screen was super useful. The speakers were stood in front of a busy background that had big photographs printed of a few of the companies colleagues. Now and again, when the speaker did a move across the stage or turned sideways, the AF with face rec would swap to a new face (the photos we're right behind the speakers). Does the camera screen on the R6 work at all when the Ninja is plugged in? If I got one, I'd be able to record to it and monitor the shot but use the R6 screen to reconfirm the focus point.
@johnjamesl Жыл бұрын
HI Sam, love this. What would you suggest for vertical filming ? I wonder if I should change the rig setup or just crop in post ... ? any views on that ?
@Webrisernl Жыл бұрын
What focus setting could you recommend for the r6? As I film it does focus on the wrong things 🥲
@TimBishopPhotographer2 жыл бұрын
Hey Sam great video. I think Amazon have changed the cage to the newer version without the nato rail and now the handle doesn’t fit so I’ll have to return it and get another that has an arry fit?
@SamHolland2 жыл бұрын
Oh no. Sorry about that! I’ll update the links 🙏🏻🤩🎥 thanks for letting us know.
@jeremywicks41383 жыл бұрын
I just ordered all the components to create my rig for my R6! My only question is where do you mount your microphone on this rig, when you need it? Also, being completely unfamiliar with small rig gear, can I put a mounting plate for a tripod on the bottom of the rig?
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
Hi Jeremy. Yeh, you can mount plates underneath the cage. I can pop a mic on the handle grip or swap some bits around if I want it somewhere else. I hope you enjoy your new rig 🤩🎥 thanks for watching 🙏🏻
@arranpbrown3 жыл бұрын
Nice video man! I’d say gimbal in my experience, especially if you know how to use it. But if you can get more stable handheld footage it can be far more convenient! 🤘
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
🙏🏻🎥👌🏻 thank you for watching
@leejoshua157 ай бұрын
how would you setup for a longer lens? something like the RF24-105 f/2.8?
@Hardik_P2 жыл бұрын
Good thoughts to look for in cage ( specially when i can order only, can't experience it in store myself) This cage of SMALL RIG BLACK MAMBA cage? Looking for pretty much same setup with addition to Sennheiser G4 receiver Please let me know
@SamHolland2 жыл бұрын
Hi. Yeh they don’t usually sell cages in stores in the UK either so a lot of research has to be done. No. It’s not the black mamba. The parts are listed in the description though. Thanks for watching 🤩🙏🏻🎥
@meteoroz3 жыл бұрын
I have the exact same setup as you, except for the monitor mount, but I think yours is better - damn! May have to cough up again for the Arri mount. It never ends. I agree with you, why put the handle on the right? Yet so many do. What mic do you use? I have the Røde Videomic Pro Plus on top of the grip/handle.
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
😂 you’re right about it being never-ending! Yeh I have the Rode mic pro plus but just recently started using this as I think it sounds better... kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gKdzoZCQ0K2sdKc.html
@zachsteinbach3 жыл бұрын
Left hand stays on the lens for focusing. Right hand grip makes the grip wider and more stable.
@autoza4423 жыл бұрын
Why you don't use the NATO Side handle, sir. ?? ( I really confuse what they different :[ )
@jiajianhou4263 жыл бұрын
No gimbal? I always thought you need a gimbal to record. All my footage not shot on a tripod looks really unstable.
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
It all depends on what look you’re going for. If you want quick movement for sports or music videos then handheld is the way to go but gimbals are great for slow smooth movement like wedding films or slow music videos etc. But ultimately it’s your creative decisions 🤩🙏🏻 thanks for watching.
@ShotBySukh Жыл бұрын
Whats the link to this cage bro? I bought the wrong one, the link in the description wouldn’t direct me to the exact one
@shotsi6732 жыл бұрын
Just curious to know why you chose this rig over the Black mamba?
@bartkruczyk Жыл бұрын
Do you experience any overheating issues with your R6 whilst recording on an external monitor?
@SamHolland Жыл бұрын
No, none at all. 🙏🏻🎥
@bartkruczyk Жыл бұрын
@@SamHolland I'm glad to read that! I love the R6's features but this one drawback became a real issue for me lately, especially during summer and whilst recording in a hotter environment. I really need to think about getting one then 😃
@SamHolland Жыл бұрын
The S5 is another great choice which is what I use now and love it! So good for video. I have lots of videos on it too. 🤩🙏🏻🎥 hope this doesn’t throw another spanner in the works 😛
@TechManiac113 жыл бұрын
Hey Sam! What camera would you recommend for KZfaq under $900? Thanks
@iKeto_gal3 жыл бұрын
eos m50
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
Amazing camera!
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
EOS M50 is a good shout. Sony do some great options too. But you might be able to pick up a used Canon eos R
@peteydyer3 жыл бұрын
Hey! I couldn't find the link for the hdmi cable. Can you please link it?
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
geni.us/1YKRC Hi Peter. Here’s the link. This is a full size HDMI cable adapter (end) but please just follow the link and search for which length and size end you need. Thank you for watching. Hope this helps 🙏🏻🎥
@peteydyer3 жыл бұрын
@@SamHolland thanks Sam! Appreciate it
@Lance_Chen_20043 жыл бұрын
Hi~ Is that side handle make the flip screen don't work? thank you~
@nickthakephotovideo2 жыл бұрын
I'm running this setup with both r5 and 6, was wondering about putting the rails on it as I'm forever putting it down and found that it ends up resting on the lens hood or not if i dont have it on...have you had this issue? The other thing I found when on a recent shoot was that I struggled to put in in the car nice and safe without it leaning on the cables (i broke 1 hdmi in the process), so looking at options for a drop in case when travelling
@SamHolland2 жыл бұрын
Hi. Yeah the rails are a good choice but I have this matte box kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rsmkdrCL0ZzLdqM.html So I don’t really have the lens issue anymore. But I would get rails when not using it. And yes, a HDMI clamp would be a good idea. Actually going to get one myself. Thanks for watching 🙏🏻🎥
@nickthakephotovideo2 жыл бұрын
Yeh the hdmi clamps are good, just it was the other end out of the mo it or that I broke 🤷♂️🤦♂️
@WHITEPERSUAS1ON Жыл бұрын
Does this fit the EOS R? I saw a reddit post that said it will and they have very similar dimensions so I'm just curious
@colbykoshi8 ай бұрын
How do you setup a small apurture light on this rig?
@Oscariver3 жыл бұрын
great video! what hdmi cable do you use with the monitor? I still can't find one that's worth it
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
Oooo sorry I forgot to put the link. Here it is... www.amazon.co.uk/your-orders/pop/ref=ppx_yo_mob_b_pop?_encoding=UTF8&asin=B01IKQNTGM&gen=canonical&lineItemId=jmrmrphulmqvooy&orderId=205-4123746-5574766&packageId=1&returnSummaryId=&returnUnitIndices=&returnUnitMappingId=&shipmentId=DXTPBTh8K
@Oscariver3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the answer, I can't enter the link, do you have the name please?
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
It’s called slimHDMI 🙏🏻
@scottsapp73403 жыл бұрын
Think of trying this set up for my new R6. would you leave the ibis on?
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
Hi Scott. I turn the ibis off when going handheld. I also leave the digital body ibis off all the time and only use the lens IS when vlogging now. Ive recently added the new Smallrig mini matte box to this setup which balanced the rig even more keeping the image more stable. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rsmkdrCL0ZzLdqM.html I just like the handheld stuff to look exactly that… handheld. There is an art to it though. Making sure your rig is weighted and balanced correctly and also your movements need to be just right. Still learning 🤩 Hope this helps and thanks for watching 🎥🙏🏻
@scottsapp73403 жыл бұрын
@@SamHolland definitely helps. thank you. appreciate the reply.
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure 🤩🙏🏻🎥 thank YOu
@thomascampos70563 жыл бұрын
Wait…what about your shotgun mic?
@Manuelordorica880 Жыл бұрын
I honestly don't understand what good all that rigging is, when all that extra weight is hand held any way.
@SamHolland Жыл бұрын
Heavier handheld rig means smoother footage
@JohnLe2 жыл бұрын
do you think you can mount that rig on the gimbal (RS2)?
@SamHolland2 жыл бұрын
Hi John. I haven’t tried it myself but I’ve seen people do it. Might be worth getting a nato rail for the handle so you can quickly slide that off and it would be quicker and easier to balance 👌🏻🎥 thanks for watching 🤩🙏🏻
@szymoncichy20202 жыл бұрын
Grip 2978 is ok for R6?
@YoussefHallouly2 жыл бұрын
Hey where do you mount your microphone?
@SamHolland2 жыл бұрын
Hi. I put it on the cold shoe mount on top of the handle. Thanks for watching 🤩🙏🏻🎥
@YoussefHallouly2 жыл бұрын
@@SamHolland ohh yeah i see now there is one mount there haha ! Do you think it helps with stabilizing your footage with the whole cage setup?
@SamHolland2 жыл бұрын
🤩 yes. 100% makes your shots steadier. I love filming handheld with the cage. I only use gimbals when I need super smooth longer shots now. 🙏🏻🎥
@YoussefHallouly2 жыл бұрын
@@SamHolland Niceee ! have you consider having a base plate with the rods so you can hold that instead of the lens? i feel like that would help for getting steadier shots
@SamHolland2 жыл бұрын
Yeh I didn’t used to like them but actually I think they’re good. Got a video coming soon about the smallrig focus wheel so that’s now on the cage 😂 too many changes I can’t even keep up with myself 🙏🏻
@RobCurd3 жыл бұрын
Handheld, gimbals are a ball ache! I use handheld when I can get away with it.
@SamHolland3 жыл бұрын
I know what you mean. Can take a while to get set up and attach accessories etc. Thanks for watching 🙏🏻🎥