Over-rigged ZV-E10, anyone?
I think I've caught a bit of GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome). It started with the ZV-E10 last week and I just never stopped getting extras. I keep building these rigs when I should be out filming...
Landscape Static Rig:
- iPad Mini 7 via HDMI (Monitor+ app. VideoAssist is technically better but too expensive for me)
- Leaplumin tablet clamp (I really rate this brand for build quality)
- Guermok 4k Capture Card
- Smallrig HDMI Adapter
- Sirui Field Monitor mount
- Smallrig Magic Arm
- Movo VXR 10-Pro mic
- Sirui Cage
Alternatively I sometimes just go via a long HDMI cable to the capture card straight into a laptop and then record the video feed with OBS.
Vertical Handheld Rig:
- iPhone via USB-C in PC Control mode (Again with Monitor+ app using the same display LUTs for both)
- Leaplumin phone clamp
- Niceyrig 3/8 - 1/4 folding mount (strong enough for a phone or small light but not a real monitor)
- Neewer Top Handle
- Niceyrig Powerbank Clamp with Inui mini power bank
- HangTon Dummy Battery
- Smallrig Magic Arm
- Insta360 Ace Pro 2 as a POV cam
- Movo VXR 10-Pro mic
- Sirui Cage
I would prefer the vertical rig to be more mounted level so the lens isn't so low but I haven't got a side handle or a convenient way to mount the phone lower. The rig also looks unbalanced but when you have a hand on the top handle and a hand on the magic arm it is actually extremely stable.
Currently the 7Artisans 10mm 2.8 Auto Focus lens for face-to-camera shots. I wish it had OSS but beggars can't be choosers.
Also, if you've not used monitors before, I strongly recommend trying out at least an app on your phone. Monitor+ gives you zebras, peaking, and importantly, false colour display. Also histograms, custom display LUTs etc. Much easier on the eyes than squinting at the camera display while pulling focus.