Gadget Freak
Smartrig+ Consumer Review
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Magsafe Wallet - amazon.com/gp/product/B0D7Z8CVSY
volport Rectangle Metal Plate for Phone Magnet - amazon.com/gp/product/B09K4391RV
MUSIC: Lightnin Hopkins - You're too fast - Album: Lonesome Dog Blues
FREEWELL Galaxy Series Case for Samsung Galaxy S24 - amazon.com/FREEWELL-Compatible-Samsung-Ultimate-Protection/dp/B0CRD6J517
FREEWELL Galaxy Series ND Filter Kit - amazon.com/amazon.com/FREEWELL-Galaxy-Filter-Compatible-Samsung/dp/B0DFC3QY5N
FREEWELL Sherpa Series Case for iPhone 15 Pro - amazon.com/FREEWELL-15-Pro-Max-Magnetic/dp/B0CLD5ZB7L
FREEWELL Sherpa Series Case and VND1-5 Stop Filter Kit Compatible with iPhone 15 Pro Max - amazon.com/Freewell-Sherpa-VND1-5-Filter-Compatible/dp/B0CRYK127C
Freewell VND Filters 2-Pack Variable ND 1-5 Stop, 6-9 Stop for Osmo Pocket 3 - Adjust Exposure in Real-time - amazon.com/Freewell-Filters-2-Pack-Variable-Pocket/dp/B0CLLTH2NM
K&F Concept Adjustable Magnetic ND Filters Set for DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo, Adjustable ND Filters 1-5 Stops + 6-9 Stops Set - amazon.com/Concept-Adjustable-Magnetic-Filters-Creator/dp/B0CPXWP359
K&F Concept Magnetic Black Diffusion 1/2 Filter for DJI Osmo Pocket 3, Creative Mist Cinematic Effect Filters for Video/Vlog/Portrait Photography - amazon.com/Concept-Magnetic-Diffusion-Cinematic-Photography/dp/B0CT8C8MZZ
#1 Magnetic Hooks, Heavy Duty Earth Magnets (Bronze, 6 Pack)
#2 Orzero Camera Cold Shoe Magnetic Phone Holder Flexible Phone Tripod Mount Adapter for DJI Ronin SC iPhone 16/15/14/13/12 Series Samsung Canon Nikon DSLR Photography Accessories (Grey)
#3 “Marcy” Magnetic Phone Mount w/Dual Rotating Magnetic Heads for Gym, Selfies
#4 Metal Plates with Sticky Backs for any Phone, Phone Case, or any Gadget you want to stick on a magnet
#5 Leaplumin Magnetic Phone Tripod Mount Adapter
#6 Double Magnetic Ring Phone Holder,Attach Your Phone to Iron Object,1/4" Screw Hole
#7 FREEWELL Sherpa Series Case for iPhone 15 Pro Magnetic Filter Mount & F Series Lens Slot
#8 Neewer Magnetic Neck Holder for Action Camera & Phone
#9 ULANZI Go-Quick II Neck Mount for GoPro Magnetic Necklace Holder
#10 Strong Rubber Coated Mounting Magnets (Anti-Scratch & Anti Corrosion), Over 65 LB Adhesive Power, with 1/4"-20 stud
#11 2 Pack Magnetic Wireless Charger 15W Apple Mag-Safe Charger with 20W Adapter
#12 Anker 321 MagGo Battery (PowerCore Magnetic 5K), 5,000mAh Magnetic Wireless Portable Charger
#13 ESR for MagSafe Ring, Ultra-Thin (0.4mm) for MagSafe Sticker, Universal Magnetic Wireless Charger Conversion Kit
#14 2-Pack Anti-Scratch 60lb Strong Rubber Coated Magnet with D1/4''-20 Female Thread
#15 Medium weight Magnets (for action cam or Pocket 3), 1/4"-20 Round Magnet with Threaded Stud
#16 Magnetic Hooks, 27lb+ Heavy Duty Earth Magnets, Pack of 6
#17 ESR Magnetic Wallet for any MagSafe Phone or Phone with sticky back MagSafe ring or MagSafe Case …w/Adjustable Stand
#18 ULANZI VL49 RGB Video Lights, LED Camera Light 360° Full Color Portable Photography Lighting w 3 Cold Shoe, 2000mAh Rechargeable CRI 95+ 2500-9000K Dimmable Panel Lamp Magnetic Back
#19 FREEWELL Sherpa Series Case for iPhone 15 Pro Magnetic Filter Mount AND Freewell True Color VNDXMIST Variable ND AND Freewell Versatile Bluetooth Smartphone Selfie Grip with ARCA Standard, Cold Shoe Mount
#20 ESR for MagSafe Rings
#21 TORRAS Magnetic Ring Case with Stand Fit for Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Case
Sorry, YT would only let me cut n paste plain text, no links, but you should be able cut n past a SEARCH with any of the above
Magnetic Phone Tripod Mount — amazon.com/gp/product/B0D48HSKSD
amazon.com/gp/product/B0DB1FGPZQ -- Orzero Camera Cold Shoe Magnetic Phone Holder
Mini Ball Head with 1/4" Hotshoe Mount Adapter - amazon.com/Hotshoe-Rotatable-Aluminum-Monopods-Camcorder/dp/B08BYVK52C
Mini Ball Head, ULANZI H28 -- amazon.com/gp/product/B09NJJ2DKM
Magnetic Phone Tripod Mount — amazon.com/gp/product/B0D48HSKSD
amazon.com/gp/product/B0DB1FGPZQ -- Orzero Camera Cold Shoe Magnetic Phone Holder
Mini Ball Head with 1/4" Hotshoe Mount Adapter - amazon.com/Hotshoe-Rotatable-Aluminum-Monopods-Camcorder/dp/B08BYVK52C
Mini Ball Head, ULANZI H28 -- amazon.com/gp/product/B09NJJ2DKM
Leave your potential use case in the comments.
$17 Magsafe SSD Mount ! --- Orzero Camera Cold Shoe Magnetic Phone Holder - amazon.com/dp/B0DB1FGPZQ
Freewell Smartphone Selfie Grip with ARCA Standard, Cold Shoe Mount:
amazon.com/Freewell-Versatile-Bluetooth-Smartphone-Standard/dp/B0BM4G8H2G
freewellgear.com/en/samsung/1043-versatile-bluetooth-smartphone-selfie-grip.html
Sticky backed magnetic plates amazon.com/gp/product/B07Q5WN41R
1/4-20 rubber magnets - amazon.com/gp/product/B0CC8KMWT2
CRUCIAL x9 Pro SSD - amazon.com/gp/product/B0C9WHSZZN
I wandered onto this idea after buying new sunglasses last week. Genius!
The case was $11 when I bought it! .... comes in all kinds of colors
amazon.com/gp/product/B0CB6VTWJM
NOTE: The 1.7" magnet only holds the P3 vertically. For horizontal mounts, I've had better success with the 2.6" (60#) magnet. But's is too strong for uses shown in this video. the big magnet generally works with an articulating arm or on the side of car. USE at your own risk.
Magnetic Sticky Plate - amazon.com/gp/product/B07Q5WN41R
1.7" - 60# - Magnet used in this video - amazon.com/gp/product/B0CC8KMWT2
2.6" Heavy duty - 60# - 4x20 threaded magnet -amazon.com/gp/product/B093NWG3VJ
Items used in this video:
ESR Magnetic Wallet (HaloLock), amazon.com/gp/product/B09K75L2L1
WUOJI Magnetic [stretchy] Wallet - amazon.com/gp/product/B0BNJFWP7Z
Crucial X9 Pro TB3 SSD - amazon.com/gp/product/B0C9WHSZZN
Short USB C Cable, 0.4FT Right Angle Cable, Thunderbolt 4/3/USB4, amazon.com/gp/product/B0CM3LBS8K
2.2" Magnetic Selfie Mirror - amazon.com/gp/product/B0CQX8S42Z
ULIBERMAGNET {55-100 lb rated) Magnetic Tripod Head Base with D1/4-20 Male Thread , Soft Rubber, 2Pack Magnetic Mounting for Action Camera , Gopro and Security Camera - amazon.com/gp/product/B093NWG3VJ
ULANZI R101 1/4" (Female) PHONE Mount for MagSafe Lightweight and Compact, Tripod, Selfie Stick, Live Broadcast Tripod (64.5g)
amazon.com/gp/product/B0BKZNX4KF ---- Insta360 114cm Invisible Selfie Stick
Mini Ball Head, ULANZI ---- H28 amazon.com/dp/B09NJJ2DKM
DJI Pocket 3 store.dji.com/product/osmo-pocket-3
DJI Mic 2 store.dji.com/product/dji-mic-2
Samsung S24 ULTRA
BLAH BLAH BLAH
Chapters
00:00 - Minimalistic Rig
01:16 - Phone plus 2 Mics
01:33 - Phone & 2 wireless mics, plus video light
SEE prior video on cage/case design: youtu.be/mEvanV5d8Q0
Equipment:
P3 Pro Case: us.scottymakesstuff.com
ULANZI Magic Arm with Double Ballhead 1/4" Screw:
amazon.com/dp/B0BMPQBXK4
ULANZI VL49 RGB Video Light:
amazon.com/dp/B08MDQ3CJY?th=1
DJI OSMO Pocket 3:
store.dji.com/product/osmo-pocket-3?from=site-nav&vid=153321
DJI Mic 2 kit: store.dji.com/product/dji-mic-2
Deity D4-Duo:
amazon.com/Deity-Microphone-Portable-Recorder-Interview/dp/B08GPN3MKN
Rode Video Mic Pro
@Panasonic GH5
Panasonic GH4 (retired)
Sony ZV1 (semi-retired)
Mac M2 ULTRA Studio
[See Case Design from prior video youtu.be/XruetkyrXx0 ]
[Shot on a Galaxy S24 Ultra]
Equipment:
P3 Pro Case: us.scottymakesstuff.com
DJI OSMO Pocket 3:
store.dji.com/product/osmo-pocket-3?from=site-nav&vid=153321
DJI Mic 2 kit: store.dji.com/product/dji-mic-2
Deity D4-Duo:
amazon.com/Deity-Microphone-Portable-Recorder-Interview/dp/B08GPN3MKN
Rode Video Mic Pro
@Panasonic GH5
Panasonic GH4 (retired)
Sony ZV1 (semi-retired)
Mac M2 ULTRA Studio
Pro Case for DJI Pocket 3 :
us.scottymakesstuff.com/collections/dji-osmo-pocket-3-accessories/products/pro-case-for-dji-pocket-3-with-battery-extension-us
How to set up OBS: youtube.com/watch?v=0vEGyP_nfJg
Screen Studio (paid App): youtube.com/watch?v=GFlsIL6bCjo&t=219s
This not an in depth MIMO App review, it just shows how I use it. Here'a link to a YT on top 10 features of the App: youtu.be/UG3UF169I-M
What you may not know is, he Wireless Mic 2 double as a remote control, I show that at the end.
Big improvement from my Sony ZV-1 3 yrs ago. youtu.be/7ZB_VqIQlFs
Delkin suction cup mount amazon.com/gp/product/B002K8Q0EU/?th=1
TRS to USB C adapter amazon.com/dp/B09NT4KC4L
FYI, I tried this adapter on my MacBook and the Mic does show up as a Sound Input (aka Mic).
0:00 - INTRO
1:32 - Sony ZV-1 test
2:47 - GH5 Lav test
3:22 - Outdoor Noisy Environment Test with a Samsung Note 9
4:35 - GH5 Backyard w/and w/o Lav Mic
5:02 - Various Sony ZV-1 tests outdoors
7:15 - Conclusions?
Deity D4 Duo - deitymic.com/pages/introducing-the-v-mic-d4-duo
Sony ZV-1 Reviews - youtu.be/7ZB_VqIQlFs , youtu.be/UAE7a3PYJyE
D4 Duo User Manual - youtube.com/watch?v=dEVhsh8taWY
GEAR:
Deity Microphones V-Mic D4 DUO - bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1567144-REG/deity_microphones_v_mic_d4_duo_two_way.html
Deity Microphones W.Lav Pro DA35 - bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1544372-REG/deity_microphones_wlavprod35_w_lav_pro_with_da35.html?sts=pi&pim=Y
Mini Fishbone quick release - amazon.com/gp/product/B072HMC52M
Ultra-Thin Arca-Swiss Quick Release Plate - amazon.com/gp/product/B07PXSCHNG
ULANZI MT-08 Extension Pole Tripod, Mini Selfie Stick Tripod Stand - amazon.com/gp/product/B07ZPS47VC
ULANZI Metal Phone Tripod Mount with Hot Shoe Mount - amazon.com/gp/product/B06WGLD92N
Manfrotto PIXI Mini Tripod - amazon.com/gp/product/B00D76RNLS
Sony ZV-1 Digital Camera With Vlogger Accessory Kit - bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1566753-REG/sony_sony_zv_1_digital_camera.html
Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini Pro ISO - bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1581059-REG/blackmagic_design_swatemminibpriso_atem_mini_pro_iso.html?sts=pi&pim=Y
Rode VideoMic Pro+ Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone - bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1350282-REG/rode_vmp_videomic_pro_on_camera_shotgun.html
Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 - bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1429260-REG/panasonic_lumix_dc_gh5_mirrorless_micro.html
I'm a long time Final Cut Pro Pro-sumer; I am not an expert. But can at least do multicam clips. I'd like to be a Resolve expert, but I'm not there.
0:00 - Intro
0:27 - Setup
1:08 - File Structure
2:36 - DaVinci Resolve
3:38 - Export to FCPX (XML)
4:40 - Import XML to FCPX
5:30 - Recreating Picture-in-Picture (PIP)
8:05 - Creating a MultiCam Clip, recreating cuts, followed by a PIP
Fat Gecko Mini Camera and Camcorder Mount: amazon.com/gp/product/B002K8Q0EU/?th=1
Ulanzi ST-02S, Cell Phone Tripod Mount: amazon.com/gp/product/B07BDCRJ38
SUNWAYFOTO PT-39R 39mm Bi-Directional 2 Axis QR Plate Arca
amazon.com/SUNWAYFOTO-PT-39R-Bi-Directional-Compatible-Sunway/dp/B06XD4TPL6
Note: I used a Peak Design ARCA plate, no longer available on Amazon, the link above looked to a similar design, I have not tried it.
Cheers,
Mike
Big thanks to Alex Pettitt, who has a channel dedicated to the ATEM. Here's the link to the audio delay, youtu.be/bN1Z4zCiv-s , he has many more if this video captures your interest.
Bottom Line, if you have cameras with HDMI outputs, don't waste your money on webcams! Buy this. Use your old tech. I revived my old Panasonic GH4 and GX85, along with my old GoPro Hero 4. They all make way better webcams than built-in webcams and any other crappy camera marketed as a "webcam". You be the judge.
I hope to be able to make more YTs with less effort with my new ATEM switcher/recorder/streamer. If you're into content creation, or want to take your video conferencing to the next level, give the ATEM a look.
Lastly, this channel is NOT monetized. This is my personal experience, no sponsors. I make videos has a hobby for myself and other enthusiasts.
Cheers.
Mike
The burner put a real nice char on it without tasting burnt!
$35 at Harbor Freight!
harborfreight.com/propane-torch-with-push-button-igniter-91037.html
Special thanks to the music of Georgia Gibbs! I found this in 1952 Billboard Top 30. Priceless!
[ en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georgia_Gibbs ]
Part 1 was using a MBP with bus powered devices. A phone doesn't have the same bus power as a laptop, therefore the need for the 12v PS.
On Amazon: amazon.com/dp/B07FR67WTD/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_4HYxDbNBZM123
PART 1 w/MBP: youtu.be/pc-sfmWCrWU
This is Part 1, using only my laptop (MBP) where every device is bus powered
Part 2 ( youtu.be/n4OwlBDwBiY ) covers phone connections.
On Amazon: amazon.com/dp/B07FR67WTD/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_4HYxDbNBZM123
I'm glad I saw this video by Tech w/Brett. I haven't done a video since I upgraded to my Note 9 a few mos ago. This was an easy/fun project
Brett's tutorial - Create Custom Bixby Key Actions With Tasker
youtu.be/KyOeXPu0cvQ
Product LINKS:
- Peak Design Capture plate - http://a.co/c1Vgebv
- Lightweight Skeleton Clamp Arca Compatible - http://a.co/e3essu7
- Zhiyun Crane Control Cable for Panasonic -http://a.co/51gmRSy
- Zhiyun ZW-B02 Wireless Remote Control -http://a.co/fliOeKs
- The gimbal handle I used isn't available, this one's inexpentive @ B&H: bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1265758-REG/ikan_dgh_dual_grip_gimbal_handle.html
Related YT videos:
1) Zhiyun Crane GH5 Cable Review - youtu.be/jQQ1PnoYI60
2) How to Pair the Zhiyun ZW-B02 Wireless Thumb Controller - youtu.be/r54_xZ_FjP0
I don't monetize my site, will work for thumbs up.
I have a Crane v2 gimbal and a Panasonic GH5. Here's the 4 things that make life easy when using the two in combination.
Product LINKS:
- Peak Design Capture plate - http://a.co/c1Vgebv
- Lightweight Skeleton Clamp Arca Compatible - http://a.co/e3essu7
- Zhiyun Crane Control Cable for Panasonic -http://a.co/51gmRSy
- Zhiyun ZW-B02 Wireless Remote Control -http://a.co/fliOeKs
Related YT videos:
1) Zhiyun Crane GH5 Cable Review - youtu.be/jQQ1PnoYI60
2) How to Pair the Zhiyun ZW-B02 Wireless Thumb Controller - youtu.be/r54_xZ_FjP0
I don't monetize my site, will work for thumbs up.
Obviously I'm not trading in my GH5 for a phone, a phone is just one more tool in the tool box.
I use FCPX 10.4 to color grade although many tools accomplish the same.
This is not a tutorial on color grading, I'm not guy to advise anyone on that. I'm just looking at the before and after with basic grading on various shooting modes.
Links to color grading.
Ripple Training:
2:44
Getting Started in FCP 10.4: Color Correcting
- youtu.be/-H_rfppYJy0
Final Cut Pro 10.4: Color Wheels - youtu.be/TC1FkXNp0BU
This was my look at the whether it was worth or not. I'm not an expert, if you have an insights, please leave a comment below.
NOTE: Obviously 6K is not a panacea, the user GH5 manual, pg 120, has some words of caution not included here.
Shot using a 1) Galaxy Note 8 (quick and dirty), 2) GH5 at high ISO, and 3) GH5 at ISO 800.
The experts out there might comment on what could have been done better
Apple nailed this one! IMHO My only complaint is why didn't the do earlier! ...before I spend $100's on plugins and tutorials.
This is just me playing around with new FCPX 10.4 Color Correction Workspace.
Here's a link to a good tutorial I found while simultaneously learning the new tool(s). youtu.be/6hPtcty7c0Q
PS: Ripple also just did their usual great job on a bunch of new tutorials youtu.be/TC1FkXNp0BU
One Lemon can make an entire 14-cube ice cube tray of frozen lemon juice, with Zest! Lemon Drop anyone?
[FCPX 10.4 Color Corrected video that was shot using a Galaxy Note 8 with no special lighting for the video, thus the need to color correct]
I spent an hour today playing with the brand new FCPX 10.4 Color Correction Workspace. Thought I'd show what I did on my 1st Try on a 1 minute YouTube/Instagram Clip I did earlier this week before the new release.
Here's a link to a good tutorial I found while simultaneously learning the new tool(s). youtu.be/6hPtcty7c0Q
And here's the two links to the Lemon Video, before and after color correcting
BEFORE: youtu.be/2N1hbIEhrRo
AFTER: youtu.be/07-pBL0fZxM
Shot using a Galaxy Note 8 (quick and dirty).
PS: Ripple also just did their usual great job on a new tutorial youtu.be/TC1FkXNp0BU
See Color Corrected version for better lemon yellows :) youtube.com/watch?v=07-pBL0fZxM
In this video, I compare 4K video recorded to internal storage vs SD Card storage.... Think SSD vs. spinning drive.... While there's a difference in 4K, I don't see any differences in 1080P.
If you see phone comparisons, the 1st question you should ask is, are both using internal storage
LINK to AndroBench2 - play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.andromeda.androbench2
I'm not an expert, but I'd love to hear everyone's thoughts..
I don't monetize my channel, I do these to learn how to use my own equipment. And, hopefully pay-it-forward on stuff I'd want to know if I was interested in on the subject.
I used LR (Lightroom) in combination with LRTimelapse to create a color corrected image sequence. LRTimelapse will render the video, but I simply imported all 2300 images into FCPX with a duration of 2 frames/image. Because it was so windy, and I didn't have a completely steady tripod, I had some vibration in the fixed part of the video (buildings in Galveston). So I used a plugin in FCPX to stabilize the video. And, voila! My first Video using time-lapse photography.
Just the image sequence was 43 GB of JPG stills (10Mb/picture). I kind of screwed up no shooting RAW, but that would've been even more space. Good thing the GH5 has two card slots! :)
I think I went thru 3, maybe 4 batteries.... Luckly I have the battery grip for the GH5 which allowed me to hot swap batteries. I'm sure shooting JPG vs. Raw resulted in extra battery use.
For this test, I have a Logitech C930e, my brand new GH5 (with full-sized HDMI port!) and a Blackmagic Mini Recorder (that basically takes your camera makes it a 1080P webcam). AND, my screen is an LG 38UC99-W 38" 21:9 4K WQHD+ which is 3840 x 1600 Resolution, so not quite 4K (3840x2160), but I adjusted in FCPX.
I only work for likes! I have not monetized this site.
I tried uploading in 4K, see if it'll play that way, dunno.
I'm not an artist, but would like to be. I have a Galaxy Tab A w/S-Pen, and I've been doodling on it using AutoDesk Sketchbook. It hit me the other day while watching Casey Neistat and all his hand made notes (that everybody seems to be doing now), why waste paper, why not do that on the sketch pad with a green background. And still get that casual scribbling look. And, record it as a video (.mp4).
It turned out to be really easy. And since my background is solid green, using the Keyer in FCPX is "cake".
Hope this gives you some ideas!
I'm not monetized, I only work for likes; just paying back the 100s of DIYs and How-To's I watch.
Cheers,
Mikee !
PS: I didn't show it, but I masked the photo with green prior to recording this, completely in Sketchbook, no Photoshop req'd / used.


