The best that ever lived, imo

I didn't try putting a heavy load on the legs all the way extended and spread, though I would imagine you're right and that it wouldn't be able to handle much at full extension. However, that's what a hi-hat is for.

They are different cameras with different textures. Way different sensor sizes (full frame vs 16), way different low-light performance (Sony destroys everyone in lowlight). One is not simply better than the other. This post isn't a footage test for the new Sony camera but the autofocus, which is the one place getting recognizably better each iteration.

While I agree you would probably never use it in a narrative cinema environment, there are many filmmakers who make stuff outside of that mode who would find autofocus very useful (there's a whole industry of event videographers).

Autofocus in continuous, center mode, highest speed. Didn't use any of the touch screen options but I've heard good things. Mostly wide open with the exception of the day shots (had no ND filter with me).

One of the very best cameramen alive. Great interview. Always wanted to use the CRLS! Long live Haneke.

The Spirit of the Beehive is one of the most vexing and beautiful things ever committed to celluloid.