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K-Tek Introduces Norbert™ Filmmaker Kit
Apr 17th
K-Tek’s popular Norbert accessory frame is now available in a Filmmaker Kit that allows Norbert to attach to a universal rail system. The Norbert frame is a practical and convenient way to mount accessories around a DSLR or compact HD camera, including 4/3’s chip cameras.
Norbert allows the working professional to attach a large array of production tools to a DSLR camera without compromising the camera’s integral shoe mount. The heart of the kit is the Norbert base frame. Machined from rugged yet lightweight black anodized aluminum, it offers 17 accessory slots, numerous 1/4 ”x20 and 3/8”x16 threaded holes, and 19 standard shoe mounts that allow the operator to be creative in setting up lights, audio products, video streaming devices and monitors when on a tripod or shoulder rig.
The Norbert Filmmaker Kit has a height adjustable frame allowing for external batteries or for tall cameras, a standard camera quick release, two locking handgrips for quick handheld shots and features an Iris Rod Clamp System which allows Norbert to interface with traditional 15mm rail systems. This gives Norbert the ability to work around most existing rigs on the market such as the Redrock Micro and for use with matteboxes and follow focus rings. The kit includes a pair of 8” carbon fiber iris rods. Additional threaded holes on the base accept tripod mounting brackets.
The standard Norbert Filmmaker Kit comes complete with the frame, iris rod clamp, two carbon-fiber iris rods, two locking handgrips and the Manfrotto 323 quick release. Also available separately, are a top handle and longer iris rods.
K-Tek offers two optional high-precision dovetails – a High Dovetail for use with the Canon 7D and similar size cameras, and a Low Dovetail for the Canon 5D – that prevent the camera from rotating when lens control motors are used.
K-Tek offers a full array of clamps, mounts, brackets and other camera accessories to complete the Norbert system as well as the industry favorite, K-Tek boom poles. Suggested list price is $530.00. For further information, contact: K-Tek, 1384-F Poinsettia Ave., Vista, CA 92081; Ph. 760-727-0593; Fax 760-727-0693; www.ktekbooms.com
Schneider Brings Large-Format Camera Perspective Performance to DSLRs
Apr 17th
Schneider Optics announces a new family of PC-TS (Perspective Control through Tilt / Shift) lenses, designed to provide creative DSLR and medium format photographers a tool that allows them to control perspective in the manner previously possible only with a monorail-style camera.
The development of digital single-lens reflex cameras has revolutionized professional photography. However, until recently, studio and architectural photographers wishing to control perspective, have had to employ a monorail-style view camera. Schneider’s PC-TS lenses provide the bridge between the convenience of DSLR and other medium format digital cameras, and the performance of a view camera.
The PC-TS lenses can shift laterally up to 12mm, or tilt at an angle up to 8 degrees. These movements can be applied in 30 degree increments at any position within the 360 degree lens rotation and with a huge 90mm image circle (DSLR) and 120mm image circle (Mamiya), the lens retains its full range of movements without vignetting. This superior quality system features Schneider’s high-resolution optics and a precise, zero-play mechanism. The use of the highest grade materials and careful craftsmanship ensures long-term stability users can rely on.
Schneider currently offers three PC-TS lenses: the Super Angulon f2.8 50mm and the Makro-Symmar f4.0 90mm PC-TS lens for DSLR cameras and the Apo-Digitar 5.6/120 HM Aspheric lens, designed for the medium format Mamiya/Phase One System digital cameras.
For more information contact Schneider Optics, Inc., TEL: 800-645-7239, 631 761-5000; or 818-766-3715; EMAIL: info@schneideroptics.com, or visit www.schneideroptics.com.
Innovision Intros new Kamtrax Vertical and Horizontal Camera Slider
Apr 17th
Innovision Optics, known for game-changing optical and moving camera devices, announces the debut of the new Kamtrax vertical and horizontal camera slider. Kamtrax is the first slider on the market to provide weightless vertical tracking camera movement.
To add vertical travel production value through an easy to set up accessory, Kamtrax provides weightless and ultra-smooth vertical camera movement via sealed ball-bearing wheels running along an anodized stainless steel track. Kamtrax is available in 3 and 6 foot lengths. Both ends can be attached to various mounts including 100mm ball, Mitchell plate or High Hat. The bottom of the track features a heavy-duty ball-bearing ring which allows the track to pivot around endlessly.
A continuous cable surrounds the track end-to-end, providing control of camera travel up and down the track. Camera packages weighing up to 40 pounds (18.2 kg) can be mounted on Kamtrax. To render the camera weightless, the same amount of weight in barbell disks are attached to the other side of the continuous cable. The camera can then be raised or lowered using the power of a single finger, and the camera can be positioned at any point up or down the track without being locked off. The camera platform can swing down 90-degrees and be locked off at any point in between for a Dutch tilt.
The camera package can be mounted directly to the camera platform via 3/8” or ¼” threaded bolt, or with a pan and tilt head between camera and platform to provide pan and tilt control. Camera operators can view camera video output via their own flat-panel monitor mounted to the Kamtrax by an optional bracket.
Alternatively, by using the Kamtrax Horizontal Kit, the track can be oriented horizontally in minutes to provide a side-to-side slider with the same smooth travel. Angular travel can also be achieved through the optional Angle Slider Kit.
Optional durable travel cases are available for the 3 foot and 6 foot Kamtrax, as well as for its accessory kits.
For more information on sales or rental of Innovision products, please contact: Mark Centkowski at: Innovision Optics, 1719 21st Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404, Tel: (310) 453-4866, Fax: (310) 453-4677, E-Mail: sales@innovision-optics.com