Tripods Supports & Rigs
Partnering with Brandon Li and Gene Nagata, a.k.a. Potato Jet, SmallRig is announcing an All-in-One Mobile Video Kit and Tribex Hydraulic Carbon Fiber Tripod Kit aimed at content creators.
SmallRig x Brandon Li All-in-One Mobile Video Kit
Brandon Li is a self-proclaimed nomadic filmmaker providing
Compact mirrorless cameras have revolutionized the video world, packing massive sensors into small bodies and making professional-level production accessible to budget-minded creatives. Aspiring filmmakers can now achieve a level of visual detail, color fidelity, and exposure control that previously could only be achieved with cameras that cost six figures. But that doesn’t mean these devices are perfect. Their smaller size comes at the cost of a variety of physical features and ergonomic advantages that are standard in larger cinema camera
Covering the needs of mirrorless photo and video creators, Manfrotto introduces seven new variations of its compact and travel-friendly Befree GT and Befree Advanced tripod series. Encompassing these new arrivals are three Befree Advanced AS tripods, two Befree GT 3-way tripods
Enter the Sony BURANO 8K Digital Motion Picture Camera, Sony's newest jack-of-all-trades cinema camera that aims to combine the best features from the company's CineAlta, FX, and Alpha lines. Part of its versatility comes from the array of recording formats and resolutions it can capture, as well as a physical camera body that can accommodate a range of accessory options. So, what recording modes should you be using and how
So you just signed up for another corporate documentary shoot for another tech company at another local high-rise. They don’t want you filming in their super-secret proprietary lab and they’re definitely not flying you to China to see where the products are made, so you’re stuck in a cube farm trying to scrounge up useable b-roll for your interviews. Fear not. With some thoughtful planning and a little bit of ingenuity, you can get enough clips to make your piece shine.
Have I done my prep?
Fortune favors the prepared mind, which is why the
For the B&H video team, nothing is more exciting than covering a trade show—it’s also the most challenging. Trade shows are action-packed environments and producing videos from the show floor requires lots of planning, preparation, and of course, the right gear. Here’s a breakdown of our current kit.
Cameras and Lenses
B&H is “The Professional’s Source,” so we make sure to use professional equipment that will deliver a broadcast-quality image. Our choice of camera for these mobile and demanding situations? The
Tilta has entered the professional tripod foray with the release of three tripod systems. Choose between 3-Stage Carbon Fiber and 2-Stage Carbon Fiber legs with 17.6 or 26.5 lb payloads.
The first cine tripod system consists of a 75mm cine fluid head and 3-stage locking carbon fiber legs. The
SmallRig looks to continue their dominance of the video accessory space, announcing three new collaborations with prominent YouTube filmmaking influencers. The SmallRig x Potato Jet Tribex Hydraulic Carbon Fiber Tripod promises to be a professional, portable tripod capable of handling up to 11 lbs while providing one-step hydraulic height and positioning adjustments. The SmallRig X Caleb Pike VB212 mini V Mount Battery packs a ton of power and
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We’re a week away from the 2024 NAB Show and lots of exciting new products have already been announced. Lens-crafters NiSi and Atlas Lens Co. unveiled new additions to their signature cinema lineups. Industry-titan Sachtler updated its lauded Ace tripod system. We also got not one but two teasers for upcoming product launches from DJI.
NiSi ATHENA PRIME series brings on 18mm, 40mm, and 135mm lenses
NiSi is a relative newcomer to the world of cinema lenses, but they’ve made a strong showing so far, offering lenses that strike the right
Designed for stability and smoothness, the updated Ace fluid head systems from pro video mainstay Sachtler deliver consistent performance in a lightweight, portable form. Choose from an array of tripod configurations including the Ace XL Mk II fluid head with flowtech 75 and
Tether Tools is back with an all-new way to protect your tethering cables: the TetherGuard LeverLock Plate, a universal tripod plate that can fit easily on all things Arca and anything with a ¼"-20 mounting point. This does so all while allowing you to easily connect and remove your cable from the plate for setting up tethered cameras with ease—safely snake any cable with a maximum diameter of 6.5mm through it
Tripods are tricky pieces of gear because they often work well for years or even decades before wear and tear gets to be too much and they simply can't do the job anymore. Maybe they're struggling to get a steady pan, the setup shakes every time a heavy breeze blows, or the camera's continually a couple of degrees off balance, all telltale signs it's time for an upgrade. Replacing them can be daunting, with popular options ranging from $100 to $100,000. Below I'll present my top five features to consider when deciding which legs are worth the
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