By Katie Makal, October 24, 2008
Redrock Micro announces the Nov. 1 availability of cinema accessory bundles for video DSLR cameras from Nikon, Canon and others. (Pricing has not yet been announced.) These Redrock products deliver the necessary form factor, support and features to transform video DSLRs into full-fledged, production-ready cinema tools.
"Canon is very pleased with the tremendous response the new Canon EOS 5D Mark II has generated from the filmmaking community," says David Sparer, senior manager, Professional Products Marketing for Canon USA. "We are excited about what Redrock's products bring to the table, expanding the 5D Mark II's potential with the form factor and tools needed for digital cinema production."
The latest releases of video DSLRs are capable of producing high-quality HD video and deliver the advantages of 35mm lenses, but they remain awkward for use in video and movie production. Redrock accessories bring the needed cinema form factor, support and features to video DSLRs, including:
- Rock-solid 15mm support system
- Follow focus for accurate and repeatable focusing
- Swing-away matte box for light management and easy access to changing lenses
- Shoulder mount and handgrips for steady handheld use
- Support cage for enhanced stability and low-angle shots
Redrock accessories are regarded as high-quality, affordable solutions designed for ownership. The modular approach allows photographers and videographers to select only those items needed and expand as their needs grow.
"We have taken our expertise from years of developing low-cost, high-quality cinema accessories for independent filmmakers and have now made them available for video DSLRs," says James Hurd, chief revolutionary for Redrock Micro. "This new breed of cameras combined with Redrock cinema accessories creates a powerful package for producing incredibly high-quality cinema results."
"The Redrock cinema accessories complete the picture for me," says Vincent Laforet, Pulitzer prize-winning photographer and author of the buzz-creating clip "Reverie," shot with a prototype Canon EOS 5D Mark II. "The 5D Mark II combined with Redrock gear creates a new era of low-cost, incredibly high-performance options for indie filmmakers. I have never been more excited to be involved in digital still and motion photography."
For behind-the-scenes video footage of the making of "Reverie," please follow this link.
Redrock video DSLR Bundle Product Configurations:
- Standard Bundle
- Machined aluminum base plate, 15mm lightweight rod configuration
- Quick-release camera system and dovetail
- 2x12" 15mm stainless steel rods
- Shim kit (for vertical height adjustment of rods)
- DSLR Cage and Top Handle
- 2x12" stainless steel 15mm rods
- 2x9" stainless steel 15mm rods
- microHandle with adjustable angle rotation attachment
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