SMALLRIGx Brandon Li All-in-One Mobile Video Kit, Quick Release Universal Phone Video Rig Kit for iPhone for Samsung for Pixel, with Wireless Rotatable Handles for M.2 SSD w 67mm VND Filter - 4596

My wife and I were excited to get our hands on this SmallRig x Brandon Li Mobile Video Kit, and overall, it has a lot to offer. The build quality is solid, with a good weight to it, and once the phone is securely in place, it feels sturdy. The adjustable handles are a game-changer for stability, offering several configurations that make filming feel much more professional. We especially love the SSD slot and power bank holder, which really boost the versatility of the setup.The carrying case is fantastic too—well-padded and designed to keep everything in place.However, there are a few areas that could use improvement. The clips that hold the phone could be more robust; they tend to shift slightly when adjusting, requiring some additional fine-tuning. The pads on the filter plate partially restrict the rear camera, so you might lose some functionality there.That said, this rig kit is a solid choice for anyone serious about mobile videography. While it’s not perfect, the extensive features and solid construction make it a worthwhile investment for those willing to make a few compromises. If you're into professional-level smartphone filmmaking, this could be a great addition to your gear.

So why 4 stars. That really isn't fair because I'm expecting too much. I wanted a unit like this that would accept the Moment case so I wouldn't have to remove the phone everytime I wanted to use the grips. Maybe someone will do that someday. If you see any let me know!

This is a great video kit from my iPhone. It works with any kind of phone within reason and does the job. It allows me to mount lights, batteries, hard drives, etc. Gives me a nice stable platform for filming.

Overall this is an excellent rig. The build quality is great. Everything goes together very easily. The instructions are easy to follow.However, the PRIMARY reason I sprung for this rig was because of the promise of telephoto zoom controls. Being someone who came from he world of traditional videography, I was stoked to see manual telephoto controls because zooming using the screen sucks.To get the zoom control to work in iOS you have to enable several accessibility features, lock the phone in portrait orientation. Once that song and dance is over, you're are provided the WORST telephoto control you have ever had the displeasure of using. It has only one speed (super slow) and is fickle at best because it's not an actual zoom control it's just a series of accessibility kludges.The two stars is mainly for how poorly documented the kludge to get zoom to "working" is and once it is working it is f***ing terrible. Especially seeing that feature is played up in it's listing.If zoom is the main draw for you, pass on this and just get something cheaper or put that money towards an actual video camera.

Having a phone rig like this almost makes you feel like a professional cameraman with all the ins and outs you can attach or have on your phone. It also feels pretty rugged/solid to the touch so I am not afraid of dropping it.8/10 I would recommend it. I hope this review is helpful.

Smartrig is my favorite accessories brand for smartphone filming. This rig doesn’t disappoint. The handles are easily attached and have quick release. They have remote triggering for filming or shooting photos via the bluetooth remote built into the handle. One handle has a port for an SSD drive to record your videos and photos to. There is an accessory included to hold a battery pack to power up the rig and charge the phone. The iPhone 16 Pro Max will fit, but you cannot use the MagSafe when using filter and lens attachments. I had to make a few adjustments. I have a larger cage from SmallRig that I am going to try with all the accessories from this kit to see if I can make things a little more comfortable with the setup. If you have an iPhone Pro or smaller phone, it will work perfectly out of the box. This is an excellent setup, beautifully crafted with high quality. I definitely recommend this rig.