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Full Setup Example

These setups are examples to help you build your own Mounted rig. Many variations are possible: you can combine different camera bodies, lenses, iPhones, rigid mounts, and audio connections to suit your shoot. Use the individual equipment guides to check each part of your setup.

Example setup

The zoom lens in this setup is compatible. Choose a focal length, calibrate at that setting, and keep it fixed during the take. Calibrate separately for each focal length you want to use.

Sony FX3 camera body
Sony FX3
Perfect compatibilityTechnical summary of the documented setup characteristics, not a guarantee or a beta-test result. Results depend on the lens, recording mode, audio connection, mounting, and calibration.
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✓Stabilization can be disabledSet SteadyShot to Off for movies and disable any lens-side stabilization. Use the same settings for calibration and capture.
✓Audio input availableUse the body’s 3.5 mm stereo microphone input. Set the recording level manually and avoid audio processing on the sync signal. The XLR handle, if fitted, has separate audio settings.
✓Mount via accessory threadsFive 1/4-20 UNC accessory holes allow a compatible phone mount to attach directly to the body. A separate camera cage is not required. Secure the mount against rotation.
✓LowApprox. 8.9 ms in UHD 4K at 24/60p; 7.8 ms at 120p in DPReview’s FX30 comparison. Values are specific to these tested modes. rolling shutter (Low recommendedOmniscient supports rolling shutter. Lower rolling shutter reduces tracking complexity and can improve the chances of a better result.)
Setup details and sources

Reviewed October 25, 2026. Readout measurements apply to the stated recording modes. Bands: Low <10 ms, Medium 10–20 ms, High >20 ms.

  • Stabilization. Set SteadyShot to Off for movies and disable any lens-side stabilization. Use the same settings for calibration and capture. Source ↗
  • Audio connection. Use the body’s 3.5 mm stereo microphone input. Set the recording level manually and avoid audio processing on the sync signal. The XLR handle, if fitted, has separate audio settings. Source ↗
  • Mounting. Five 1/4-20 UNC accessory holes allow a compatible phone mount to attach directly to the body. A separate camera cage is not required. Secure the mount against rotation. Source ↗
  • Sensor readout. Approx. 8.9 ms in UHD 4K at 24/60p; 7.8 ms at 120p in DPReview’s FX30 comparison. Values are specific to these tested modes. Source ↗
Tamron 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 lens
Tamron 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Full-frame standard zoom
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✓No lens stabilizationNo VC optical stabilizer. Disable in-body stabilization separately.
iZoom: calibrate for each focal lengthZoom lenses are compatible. With the current workflow, calibrate separately for each focal length you want to use, then keep that focal length throughout the take. Do not zoom while recording. A zoom lock is not required.
iPhone 18 Pro Max
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Best choiceLiDAR and vapor chamber cooling: the best choice to get the most out of Omniscient.
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✓LiDAR ScannerLiDAR is not mandatory but highly recommended.
✓Vapor chamber coolingGood cooling is not mandatory but highly recommended. This model has a vapor chamber.
✓Very good tracking qualityLiDAR adds depth data to tracking.
SmallRig Standard Cage Kit for iPhone 18 Pro Max
SmallRig Standard Cage Kit for iPhone 18 Pro Max
Ref: 6901

Dedicated cage kit for iPhone 18 Pro Max. On SmallRig, select iPhone 18 Pro Max and Standard Kit (6901). Check availability for your shipping region.

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SmallRig Swivel and Tilt Adjustable Monitor Mount with Cold Shoe Mount
SmallRig Swivel and Tilt Adjustable Monitor Mount with Cold Shoe Mount
Ref: 2905B

Universal cold shoe monitor mount with 360° swivel and 180° tilt for mounting external monitors and accessories.

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Apple USB-C to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter
Apple USB-C to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter
Ref: MW2Q3AM/A
✓Fast detectionFast detection is only possible with Apple adapters. Non-Apple adapters still work but take a few more seconds to be detected.
✓Good audio quality
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RØDE SC2 3.5 mm TRS Male-to-Male Audio Cable
RØDE SC2 3.5 mm TRS Male-to-Male Audio Cable
✓Shielded (recommended)
✓Cable length: 17 to 40 cmCheck that the length reaches without pulling on the phone.
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