Re: What would recommend for a minimalist 5dm2 kit?
 

As a b-camera I don't think the captain stubling rig is minimal...no. Just my opinion tho.

Re: What would recommend for a minimalist 5dm2 kit?
 

Hey guys,

Would you suggest a monitor with peaking or Magic lantern for pulling focus on the Canon 5D (version 2 and 3).

I am using the 50mm 1.4, 10mm 2.8, 70-200mm 2.8 and 24mm 2.8

Thanks!

Re: What would recommend for a minimalist 5dm2 kit?
 

Pulling focus using the LCD is difficult. Anything you can do will help. I can't speak for ML but on a 5DM2 the LCD changes to low res when you start recording. I'm not certain but I think the same is true on the HDMI. I find it difficult to see focus accurately on a 50mm and have to use 10x to get initial focus. After that it's a guess. I can't imaging doing it on a 24mm or 10mm unless your subject is really close. YMMV

Re: What would recommend for a minimalist 5dm2 kit?
 

Great stuff here. The lenses you have are great and should function very well. My setup, Canon 24-105mm f/4 IS, Canon 50mm f/1.4 and a Canon 70-200mm f/4. Backpack, monopod, LED light, Zoom H1 Recorder/Mic, wireless, 10 camera batteries, 8 AAA for mic. I always plan to have enough power for 8-10 hours shoots.

1. Use a viewfinder for critical focus and for use in bright areas. The LCD is workable alone but a viewfinder will enhance what your seeing. Plus it becomes a 3rd point of contact making your handheld shots steady.

2. Focus puller is very optional in my opinion. I can do just as smooth pulls reaching around the lens. Unless your wrist or fingers have bad arthritis its optional.

3. Vari-ND I would recommend this is bright situation to get depth of field controlled and where you want it to be. Often times I here people ramping up the shutter instead. This can lead to ISO/shutter banding.

4. Best and lightest support, a monopod. It you have to keep it simple and compact. My monopod has a simple manfrotto head which I can turn to 45 degrees and then it becomes a simple should rig.