My First Time Using a Gimbal | BIG Lessons Learned (Real World Client)

This is how I upgraded my filmmaking workflow with one small gadget.

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Henry Wolff | Freelance Filmmaker - Bases in Cambridge & Bristol ✈︎ |   / henrymakesfilms  

Production Vlog #009
0:00 Intro
0:20 DJI Raveneye
1:01 The Biggest Threat to Filmmakers
2:05 DJI RS4 Pro
4:21 Hackney Shoot
4:52 Gimbal Setup
5:10 On Set Communication
6:23 Music Videos on a Budget
6:44 Raveneye + iPhone
6:51 Technical Specifics
7:07 Rehearsals
7:36 Long Term Health
8:01 Camera Settings
8:29 Communicating Technical Issues
10:00 Reflections
11:20 Raveneye A7IV Setup

2025 Kit List:

Camera Package
• Sony A7IV + SmallRig Cage Kit w/Cable Clamp (4308)
• Kondor Blue Swivel/Twist ARRI 3/8 Monitor Mount
• FEELWORLD F5 Prox 5.5 Inch 1600nit Monitor
• ZGCINE VM-VP4 V-Mount Battery Plate System
• 2x Came-TV MINI 99c V-Mount Batteries
• DJI Raveneye Video Transmission System
• SmallRig Mini Matte Box

Lenses
• Sigma 28-70mm f/2.8 (Full Frame)
• Sony FE 55mm f/1.8 ZA Zeiss Sonnar T* (Full Frame)
• Sony 10-18 f/4 (APS-C)

Lighting & Grip
• Aputure Amaran F22c Flexible LED Light
• Aputure LS 60x
• Neewer Carbon Fiber Lighting Stand
• Manfrotto 035 Super Clamp
• iFootage Gazelle TC3B Travel Tripod with K3 Fluid Head
• Jessops BH8 Tripod Head
• Manfrotto 4KG Sand Bag (s)

Audio
• DJI Mic 2 Kit (1TX & 1RX) + Sony MI Shoe Adapter
• Rode Lav Mic Pack (1x)
• Deity V-Mic D3
• Rode Stereo Videomic Pro

Key Words
Aputure LS 60x, Sony ZV-E1, Sony a7siii, Videography Business, Business Skills, Freelance, Camera Operator, Video Business, Talking Head Setup, Aputure 300D, Aputure 300x, Aputure Soft Light Lantern, Behind The Scenes, POV Setup, How To, Commentary ...