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Kinsky Chooses Sachtler artemis Handheld for The Aerial Girl
Apr 17th
Sachtler, a Vitec Group brand, announces that cinematographer Danna Kinsky has chosen the artemis Handheld stabilizer system to support “The Aerial Girl”. Kinsky and director Anna Simone Scott decided to capture this short narrative adventure using the Canon 7D and prime lenses.
“Pairing the lightweight Canon camera with the artemis Handheld allowed us to move quickly and keep the audience in the moment,” explains Kinsky.
Kinsky discovered the range of artemis camera stabilizer systems while attending Sachtler’s artemis workshop in Los Angeles last November. “I found artemis to be better than other stabilizer systems I have worked with in the past,” she explains. “As a woman, the vests of the other rig brands never quite fit me. In testing the artemis rigs and vests, I found the smaller size of the artemis DV Pro to be a better fit, which makes for better stabilization and makes me a better operator.”
“When “The Aerial Girl” project came up, I knew the artemis Handheld would help me capture the story the way we wanted,” she adds. “Curt Schaller and the people at Sachtler set up a practice session for me, so I could master all of artemis’ capabilities. After three hours, I felt comfortable with the system in hand.”
“On the day of the shoot, after a few takes, the director and producers were pleased with the results. There were a few very specific shots that I could never have accomplished without artemis.”
“As the director of “The Aerial Girl”, beautifully shot by Danna Kinsky, I found her use of the artemis Handheld to be most evocative in one scene, as it created a feeling of the pivotal character moving large towards the frame which was perfect for that scene,” adds Scott.
Whether using a full-sized artemis or the Handheld, a key advantage of Sachter’s precision crafted modular system is compatibility with a wide range of cameras and operators. The artemis design ensures that the camera rig is optimally balanced, due to the ability to freely position batteries and monitors based on the patented ‘dual dynamic balance’. Special attention was also paid to the heart of the stabilizer, the gimbal.
“The Aerial Girl”, produced through Anna Simone Scott and Peter Sands Vision Fire Films and shot by Danna Kinsky, is now in the last stages of post production. The film is set to travel the international film festival circuit later this year.
For more information visit www.sachtler.com or contact: Sachtler, 709 Executive Blvd., Valley College, NY 10989, Phone: 845-268-0100, Fax: 845-268-0113, Email: info-cd-usa@vitecgroup.com
Litepanels SolaENG LED Fresnel Lights Now Shipping
Feb 1st
Litepanels much anticipated Sola ENG LED Fresnel model, which has already garnered major industry awards, is now shipping. Offering beam control of 10° to 70°, the revolutionary new daylight-balanced Solas provide the controllability and single-shadow properties inherent in a Fresnel light, but utilize just a fraction of the power of conventional fixtures. Employing a proprietary 7.62cm (3”) lens, it draws just 30 watts yet produces light output equivalent to a 250W tungsten.
Like all Litepanels, Sola ENG Fresnels feature instant dimming from 100% to 0 with no noticeable color shift. The SolaENG provides manual focus and dimming control via camera lens style ergonomic controls. Output is fully flicker free, and remains consistent even as the battery voltage goes down.
Employing Litepanels’ ultra-efficient LEDs, Solas draw 90% less power than conventional tungsten lights, with very little heat generation. Designed for both on-camera and off-camera mounting, the SolaENG is only 102mm x 102mm x 127mm (4” x 4” x 5”) and weighs just .28kg (10 ounces). The SolaENG runs on 10-20VDC sources such as camera batteries.
Litepanels SolaENG fixtues are available wordwide through the Litepanels dealer network. For more information on Litepanels HD-friendly LED lighting systems, contact Litepanels, Inc., 16152 Saticoy Street, Van Nuys, CA 91406, Phone: 818/752-7009, Fax: 818/752-2437 Email: info@litepanels.com, www.litepanels.com
Schneider Distributes Cam Caddie Stabilizing Handle
Oct 14th
Schneider Optics is pleased to announce the exclusive worldwide distribution of Cam Caddie. This amazingly effective stabilizing handle and accessory holder system is ideal for work with virtually any lightweight still, DV HDSLR and video-enabled DSLR camera. Cam Caddie combines versatility and a price anyone can afford. Every camcorder owner should want one.
Cam Caddie provides a comfortable, solid camera platform that provides stable support and dampens movement while shooting—enabling smooth and steady shots. What’s more, the system can facilitate moves that look like a professional jib arm or camera stabilizer. It is just the trick for capturing dynamic action camera work like skateboarders, sports, weddings, corporate films, walk throughs, and more.
Cam Caddie is the ideal way to add on accessories like a light, monitor, and more to the camera via the built-in mounting interfaces. The well thought-out Cam Caddie system offers optional accessories including the Accessory Shoe – that allows the attachment of lights, flash units, mics, and monitors. The Accessory Wing and Tripod Adapter works with the Accessory Shoe to mount multiple accessories. There’s also a 1/4-20 Flash Shoe Adapter to attach multiple accessories to any flash shoe, hot or cold mount
The Cam Caddie price starts at $59.95. A kit including the Cam Caddie and three accessories has an MSRP of $109.95. To find out more about the Cam Caddie Scorpion and accessories, contact: Schneider Optics, 7701 Haskell Avenue, Van Nuys, CA 91406, telephone (818) 766-3715; fax (818) 505-9865; or at: 285 Oser Avenue, Hauppauge, NY 11788, telephone (800) 645-7239/(631) 761-5000, fax (631) 761-5090; www.schneideroptics.com