SmallRig for X-T4 advice

[maxj71]

Hey guys,

Just got an X-T4 recently. Amazing camera. I'm looking to get a SmallRig kit and build it up over time. Initially, I'd like to have a follow focus setup, along with something to stack filters.

For the filters, I was looking at the SmallRig Mini Matte box. I believe there is a model with room for two 4 x 5.65 filters. The problem is, individual 4 x 5.65 filters seem to be very expensive.  I have three lenses, all Fuji: 23mm 1.4, 35mm 1.4, and the 56mm 1.2. Any advice on the easiest and most cost efficient way to use both of these filters for all lenses would be much appreciated. Should I just bite the bullet, get the matte box, then pay for maybe two ND filters, and the Black Pro-Mist? Or, is using step-up rings, and then just using the matte box to avoid glare a simpler way to go.  A system that combines a variable ND and a single Black Pro-Mist would be ideal.

Sorry if these are noob questions. I mainly shoot with a Mavic 2 Pro drone, where the ND filters are simply clicked on and off to the drone's lens.

Cheers,

Max

 

Edited May 18, 2022 by maxj71
Additional info

[Razbak]

Hi

 

The "4 x 5.65 filters" are grad filters right?...and have always been expensive. Promist Blacks. I had them in the early nineties or 35mm TVC's.

With filters in post now, it is possible you don't need them right now. Experiment with post filters first perhaps.

Using a matt box with 2 or three filters will cover all yr lenses provided you take into account wide angle lenses.

A rig is a good idea - look around for yr options - there are heaps of options out there.. There are options that might have more to hang gear off - including audio...read around friend.

Think broad before u buy.