Turn a Canon EOS 5D Mark II into a Production-ready Cinema Camera

By Robert • Nov. 8, 2008

Digital SLRs (such as the new EOS 5D Mark II) now produce amazing high-quality HD video and have the advantage of using 35mm lenses. Photographer Vince Laforet’s videos have gotten a lot of attention.

However, digital SLRs remain awkward for use in video and movie production. To meet the needs of filmmakers who are taking advantage of this cutting edge approach, Redrock Microsystems, LLC has introduced a cinematizing kit for digital SLRs equipped with video.

The Redrock bundles transform video-equipped digital SLRs into production-ready cinema solutions. They have a convenient form factor, low weight, and use industry standard 15mm lightweight rods for stability and compatibility with other products.

Features

Rock-solid 15mm support system
Follow focus with 35mm lens gearing for accurate and repeatable focusing
Swing-away mattebox 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 shot

Bundles

The Redrock handheld setup with baseplate, follow focus, rods, microHandle, cage setup, shoulderpad, grips, 4 lens gears but without the microMattebox costs US$1,995.

The Redrock tripod setup with microMattebox, 4 lens gears, follow focus, baseplate, rods, microHandle, and cage setup costs US$2,445.