Supports & Rigs
In a world where gimbals and motorized stabilizers are the cool kids on the block, the shoulder rig maintains its relevance quietly. Let's see why, even amidst all the high-tech alternatives, shoulder rigs are still a fantastic and practical solution for camera stabilization in any cinematographers tool kit.
Embracing the Weight: A Cinematographer's Endurance Hack
Ever find yourself wrestling with a camera rig, arms
Cinematographers and videographers are, by nature, some of the greatest tinkerers of doodads and thingamabobs that you’ll ever stumble upon. Don’t believe me? Ask a seasoned DP to show you what their current cinema rig looks like and I guarantee you, nine times out of ten, it’s going to be a devious contraption with all sorts of gears, articulating arms, monitors, and rods. The other one out of ten is just traveling and doesn’t want to carry all that equipment. More often than not, a complete cinema rig is much more than just a camera and a
With the release of the modular DJI Ronin 4D cinema gimbal camera, the ability to add accessories for greater compatibility and functionality to your camera became even easier. B&H is happy to announce that DJI has just released three new accessories to add even more function to your Ronin 4D, including a LiDAR Ranger Finder (RS) to Transmission Cable Hub, a Three-Channel
Have you preordered the Nikon Z8? Before you head out into the field to take full advantage of its pro-photo and pro-video features, outfit your new camera with a protective camera cage while adding mounting options for your additional gear. SmallRig’s Camera Cages for the Nikon Z8 protect your new tech while offering full customization of your handheld camera configuration.
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Manfrotto has announced two carbon fiber tripod kits incorporating the MOVE Quick Release System for photographers. The first kit combines the MT055CXPRO3 with the XPRO 3-Way Pan-and-Tilt Head, an ideal pairing for
Becoming a professional and efficient freelancer or cinematographer means optimizing your equipment workflow and investing in just the right tools to suit your skill set and needs. But choosing those tools becomes a tad overwhelming when you see all your options laid out in front of you, especially in the world of handheld shooting. When you’re out in the field, you need a reliable rig that’s going to hold your camera of choice and accessories intuitively. The
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DJI has upped its gimbal game with the introduction of the RS 3 and RS 3 Pro models, along with the long-distance O3 Pro Video Transmission system. Both gimbals feature automated axis locks that unlock in lightning-fast time, letting you jump right into the action so you don’t miss that crucial shot. An updated stabilization algorithm, SuperSmooth mode, and new quick-release plate designs make your gimbal capture easier and more impressive than ever before. The RS 3 and RS 3 Pro also share exciting new features, such as wireless shutter
Creating smooth-motion video is no easy task for a camera operator, so Zhiyun has released three new and updated super-compact gimbal stabilizers to its formidable gimbal lineup to cover a variety of camera types and smartphones. These new releases include the WEEBILL-3, the Smooth-Q4, and the FIVERAY FR100C RGB LED tube light in
Add smooth, motorized jib moves with up to 20" of camera travel to your productions, bringing even the smallest shoots extra production value, with edelkrone's JibONE v2. Supporting up to 11 pounds, this ultra-compact motorized jib keeps your camera perfectly level while moving horizontally, diagonally, and even vertically. The tilt and pan axes can be set to every 22.5˚, providing you with 16 rock-solid positions throughout the pan
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Let's take a look at the PowerVision S1, a smartphone gimbal that's perfect for the content creator, regardless of whether you're vlogging, making Reels and Tik Toks, or doing vertical livestreams. Using his iPhone 13 Pro Max, Jake Estes tests the AI Face & Object Tracking, 3-axis motors, PowerFollow feature, and more!
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