This^ Also wanted to add that the weight issue is no joke... I saw this earlier but just now responding. Ngl, that micro-HDMI port on the R5 is basically a disaster waiting to happen if you arent careful. I always suggest being super conservative with how you rig it up. To save some cash while hitting those brightness needs, maybe look at the FEELWORLD LUT5 5.5 Inch 3000nit Ultra Bright DSLR Camera Field Monitor. It's usually around $170, so it's way under your budget, and 3000 nits is literally daylight viewable. Just a heads up tho, make sure to grab the SmallRig Camera Cage for Canon EOS R5 R5 C and R6 2982B specifically for the port protection. I've seen folks snap their ports and the repair cost is a nightmare... seriously, buy once, cry once on the cage even if you go cheap on the gear. anyway, gl!

yo! been thinking bout ur R5... if the ninja is too heavy for the DJI RS3, check out the Portkeys LH5P II 5.5" 2200nit Touchscreen Monitor. it’s lighter and has wireless control! vs the Blackmagic Design Video Assist 5" 12G HDR which is pricier but built like a tank. honestly, just get the SmallRig Micro HDMI to Full HDMI Adapter Cable 2957 to save ur port. also, check "CineD" for latency benchmarks. gl!

tbh if you want to avoid the weight of the Ninja on your DJI RS3 but like the brand, the Atomos Shinobi 5-inch 4K HDMI Monitor is a solid shout. It is way lighter since it is just a monitor, not a recorder. I use it on my R5 and keeping the internal screen flipped shut definitely helps with those annoying overheating issues during long shoots. If you specifically need that high brightness for outdoors, the OSEE T7 7 Inch 3000nits Camera Field Monitor is a total beast. It is 3000 nits which is insane for the price, though a 7-inch might feel a bit bulky on a gimbal setup depending on your motor clearance. For the port issue, skip the generic adapters and look at the 8Sinn Micro HDMI to HDMI Cable Clamp for Canon R5. It mounts directly to the camera and prevents the cable from wiggling at all. It is way more secure for narrative sets where you are moving the rig around constantly. Definitely a buy once cry once thing!

yo, I totally get the struggle with the R5's screen... trying to pull focus in 8K on that tiny thing is basically a nightmare. Honestly, if youre worried about weight on the DJI RS3 Gimbal Stabilizer but still want high brightness, I'd skip the Ninja V+ unless you *really* need ProRes RAW. It gets heavy fast once you add an NPF battery and an SSD. For a more budget-friendly and practical setup, I've been using the Portkeys LH5P II 5.5 Inch 2200nit High Brightness Touchscreen Monitor. It's around $400, which leaves you plenty of room for accessories. It’s 2200 nits, so its actually readable in direct sun without a hood. Plus, it has built-in camera control for the R5, which is a game changer when youre working on a gimbal and cant easily reach the body buttons. Regarding that flimsy Micro-HDMI port... yeah, it's definitely a weak point. You 100% need a cage. I recommend the SmallRig EOS R5 R6 R6 II Dedicated Cage 2982B paired with the SmallRig HDMI and USB-C Cable Clamp 2981. It locks the cable in place so you dont snap the port if the cable gets snagged. This setup is way more reliable for professional work. If you do decide to go the recorder route for the heat management benefits, the Atomos Ninja 5.2" 4K HDMI Recording Monitor is a bit lighter than the V+ and usually stays under $600. Just keep in mind the extra weight on the RS3 might make balancing a bit more finicky. Anyway, hope that helps!! gl with the shoot.

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