[0.23 lb] I almost didn't buy this monitor because of the negative comments I read here on B&H about the fan noise this monitor has. But I finally decided to trust SmallHD and their reputation, and invest into this monitor... I'm so glad I did. Fan noise IS NOT a problem at all. And I am primarily an ENG style shooter with a shotgun mic mounted to my camera. You can hardly hear it at all. And you definitely DO NOT hear it in a recording. Also the colors are excellent. The images on screen look beautiful. It's super nice having a button on the side, so I don't have to use the touch screen all the time. And there are awesome tools that help me with focusing, luts, framing, and all sorts of things. The build quality feels great. It get's hot when you use it, and it's performed flawlessly for me since I bought it. I am so so so happy with this purchase and highly recommend this monitor. I think the reason there are so many negative reviews on this monitor, is because a few people got a dud, or didn't like something about it... but most people know how good SmallHD is, and most people have heard stories about SmallHD monitors like the 502 bright lasting people 7+ years, so they don't really feel like they need to leave a review. But I feel like I was mislead by the reviews here, this was my first SmallHD monitor, and I thought I'd share my experience. This monitor ROCKS!!!!!

[0.23 lb] Great little on-camera monitor especially for outdoor shooting in bright conditions. The power connection does get in the way with the camera mount so I would recommend getting the right angle version if you want to run it via dtap from your camera batteries. I'm finding the EL Zone exposure system to be a game changer, for that feature alone I highly recommend this monitor. If you own other Small HD monitors it's great to have them all setup the same, as many people have commented, the operating system is the best.

[6.3 x 3.8 x 3"] I love this monitor. Very bright and clean finish! The touch functions are amazing. Took our Arri Mini to another level!!!

[0.23 lb] I see most of the negative reviews are from the ARRI side. However, with the Komodo this monitor has been great. The Control OS has been great and very easy to use. I think it’s a good investment considering the functionality of the touch screen and the price. I used to always use 5 inch monitors but when it comes down to it the extra size helps out so much for critical focusing. The build quality is top notch, just make sure you get a screen protector. My screen protector cracked but without it who would have known what may have happened.

[6.3 x 3.8 x 3"] SmallHD charges what they charge because no one else makes what they make. The display brightness, quality is great, but can be replicated by other cheaper options, what you are paying for however, is usability. This is the most useable and well thought out monitor I have ever used.

It genuinely speeds up my production workflow, and that to me is worth the cost.

[6.3 x 3.8 x 3"] Using with my Trinity 2. Really great size and weight.

[0.23 lb] Great monitor out of the box.
the right-angle camera control cable for the ARRI Alexa Mini LF is kinda impossible to fit with the RAB. I wish it was angled the other way.

[6.3 x 3.8 x 3"] This monitor is awesome. Love the intuitive touchscreen functions, love the camera control add-ons, love how it looks.


It does scare me how hot it gets though. Could definitely fry an egg on this thing. I hope the heat doesn't affect longevity.

[0.23 lb] Ive been waiting for someone other than RED to have a monitor with camera menu and control features. Well this year that happened. The announcement earlier this year for the Cine 7 with ARRI and soon to be RED and Sony camera control was enticing. I recently bought and have since used it with my Scarlet W for about a month now. Its not cable free like the RED display with pogo connection but it is less expensive as well. The monitor does get a bit hot when you have the brightness cranked up as expected. There are no fans so its going to do that. Without fans though, you don't have to worry about another thing making noise on set. The SmallHD built in software with the page system and tools is really nice as well. The RED control menu and interface is superb in my opinion. Very happy with this monitor so far.

[0.23 lb] I bought this for my RED V-Raptor. Why didn't I just get the RED monitor? They are basically the same price! Let me explain...

The RED monitor is fantastic. One cable, attaches directly to the camera, user buttons, well built, and only slightly more expensive.

BUT...

I can only use the RED monitor version of the Cine 7 on a RED camera. And if you think I am going to spend 3K on a monitor that I can only use on one camera, you have another thing coming.

With this monitor, yes, I need two cables instead of one. That is where the shortcomings stop.

The Cine 7:

1. Can use on any camera. Any camera!
2. Still have complete camera control.
3. 500 more nits of brightness. Yes, 500! And it does make a difference.
4. A little bit cheaper.
5. Want Arri camera control? Yep, for $500 you have Arri camera control too.
6. With the RED monitor on an Arri camera you would have a paperweight.

You get a better monitor that you can use on any camera. I attach the monitor directly to the RED top handle using the SmallRig Swivel and Tilt Monitor Mount with ARRI-Style Accessory Mount. Perfect.