The Problem with Modern Camera Rigs

Here's why I threw out my over-built camera rig and transitioned to a modular, purpose-driven camera. As a pro sports videographer, I’ve learned the hard way that a giant rig can completely kill the fun of filming and make your content worse.SmallRig GEAR MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO SmallRig NP-F Batteries (The ones with the exact percentage screen): https://amzn.to/4gu8X2E | https://bhpho.to/44jIhu8 Sony XLR Top Handle: https://bhpho.to/4aPjno5 | https://amzn.to/4aLNQnb Manfrotto Fluid Head Monopod (New version): https://amzn.to/3SGnQVL | https://bhpho.to/4qjL8fJ Manfrotto Fluid Head Monopod (Older, not the same one as in my video but a more budget option): https://bhpho.to/44RBuYD Transitions that I use in my videos: https://www.petersarellas.com/digital... Football Video LUT Pack: https://www.petersarellas.com/digital... CHECK OUT MY HOCKEY VIDEO LUT PACK: https://www.petersarellas.com/digital... Download my FREE overlays and transitions: http://www.petersarellas.com/digital-... Interested in working together? Clients/brands please get in touch with me at [email protected] Follow on Instagram:   / psarellas   CAMERAS Sony FX3: https://amzn.to/3PNYvVJ | https://bhpho.to/40ANWrj Sony FX30: https://amzn.to/3URBukE | https://bhpho.to/3WZcvxF Sony A7IV: https://amzn.to/3ADMVVE | https://bhpho.to/3hzvqib Insta360 Ace Pro 2: https://amzn.to/3MuILHT | https://bhpho.to/4iwygQv DJI Osmo360: https://amzn.to/4c0Rhcy | https://bhpho.to/4aEW69c LENSES Sony 20mm f1.8: https://amzn.to/3hDgfVh | https://bhpho.to/3Gc0ezQ Tamron 35-150 f2-2.8: https://amzn.to/3INjdkv | https://bhpho.to/3SedAkE Tamron 28-75mm f2.8: https://amzn.to/3jpT7Hl | https://bhpho.to/3UUneaN Sony 70-200mm f4 Macro G OSS II: https://amzn.to/44qWIdw | https://bhpho.to/3QVI2Qc Sony 70-200mm f2.8 mk ii: https://amzn.to/3VFLlKh | https://bhpho.to/3VGiANF Sony 100-400mm f4.5-5.6: https://amzn.to/3AzTOr5 | https://bhpho.to/3NY1R6a Sony 16-35mm f2.8: https://amzn.to/44lqDHp FILTERS Tiffen Black Pro Mist ¼: https://amzn.to/36mVuIf | https://bhpho.to/3g2Tj1m Tiffen Variable ND Filter: https://amzn.to/3AfeF1x | https://bhpho.to/3tpr3sE Tiffen 6-Point Star Filter: https://amzn.to/3cebDCD | https://bhpho.to/3toxAUt STABILIZATION Manfrotto 290 Light Tripod: https://amzn.to/3kycG4q | https://bhpho.to/3xZFENR Manfrotto Video Monopod: https://amzn.to/3PKFAaZ | https://bhpho.to/3E5ddk6 DJI Ronin S (for heavier cameras): https://amzn.to/3T4Hx53 | https://bhpho.to/3DWsLXo DJI RS 3 Mini: https://amzn.to/47JB2L0 | https://bhpho.to/43gQkph LIGHTING Godox VL150: https://amzn.to/3ZxaLw5 | https://bhpho.to/3ELQ6fD 4ft Nanlite Pavotubes: https://bhpho.to/3ZuPMJZ Amaran P60x light panel: https://amzn.to/3kHusCi | https://bhpho.to/3KLFZLE AUDIO Sony XLR-H1 XLR Top Handle Unit: https://bhpho.to/4aPjno5 | https://amzn.to/4aLNQnb Rode NTG2: https://amzn.to/48BDvJY | https://bhpho.to/3XAStLu Rode Wireless Pro: https://amzn.to/4rClXpZ | https://bhpho.to/4pnwAvg Rode Videomic NTG (my go-to shotgun mic): https://amzn.to/3XA5yCH | https://bhpho.to/3ZFktNy Rode Wireless GO II: https://amzn.to/3PJfS6O | https://bhpho.to/3AaRGFE ACCESSORIES Hollyland Pyro 5: https://amzn.to/4fNAwl5 | https://bhpho.to/478coXX Hollyland Pyro S: https://amzn.to/4kKINqF | https://bhpho.to/3Vd4FAB Andycine A6 Plus Monitor: https://amzn.to/3CnAoqO | https://bhpho.to/3hwkSjT Smallrig Multitool: https://amzn.to/3wlnXHX | https://bhpho.to/3GfzFtL SmallRig V Mount Battery VB50: https://amzn.to/3u94Pz0 | https://bhpho.to/3vKZm28 Become a channel member to get early access to videos, use custom emojis, and more!    / @petersarellas   Even though it’s been 5 years since its release, this camera is still a certified workhorse. In this video, I break down why real-world performance matters way more than paper specs, and why I’m still using the A7 IV to shoot professional sports content for the NHL, MLB, and football. We’ll cover the 10-bit 4:2:2 colour depth, its real-world autofocus performance, and how to work around its biggest flaws—like the missing 4K 120p and that massive 1.5x crop on 4K 60p. Is it still the best value hybrid camera on the used market? Try Musicbed for free! https://fm.pxf.io/petersarellasfreetrial My favourite Musicbed songs on my personal playlist: https://fm.pxf.io/petersarellasplaylist I am a participant in the Amazon Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. ```