25Aug Double L Flash Macro Rail Fig Rig
Chuckarama sends in his complete configuration using two Alzo brackets, one double flash bracket, and a Macro Rail. The Macro rail is not necessary, you can probably swap that for a nice QR adapter. So everything looks like a straight bolt on of parts without any DIY cutting, grinding, or drilling. It’s definitely got a wide grip stance for extra stability and at the same time plenty of room for accessory mounting with the 4 cold shoes.
I was planning to cut an Aluminum flat bar to join my two L brackets together, but I really like the simplicity of that double flash bracket, I may have to go that route myself. This design is for lightweight setups, so i’ll probably use this setup without a battery grip. I should be able to shrink down many of the accessories I have if I use the Zoom H1 instead of Zoom H4n, and change the Rode VideoMic to the smaller Sennheiser MKE-400 Shotgun Mic. I’ll also replace the usual 126 LED Video Light with the Z96 Dimmable LED light to make things even more rigid and compact and it should be a nice little runner gunner.
Z96 Dimmable DSLR Video Light
August 25th, 2010 at 10:11 pm
I just wanted you to know that I just discovered your site and already consider it a favorite.
I sold a Canon XHA1 (too big, sick of dealing with tapes) and got a Canon T2i. It’s because of your blog that I just ordered Zoom H1. Keep up the great work; it’s very much appreciated.
August 25th, 2010 at 11:28 pm
Thanks, spread the word!
August 27th, 2010 at 12:10 pm
I found the macro rail slider cheaper on ebay as well. About 21 bucks on ebay with free shipping!
August 28th, 2010 at 8:59 am
does anyone know, where to get this L Bracket in europe???
I cant find it anywhere. The US seller wants 72$ shipping to europe!!!
I would really like to have one or two of these…
August 31st, 2010 at 9:39 pm
OK,
Here’s mine:
http://vimeo.com/14598146
Used the Sima L brackets, Cullman QR kit, and some parts off my never used Varizoom Flowpod. It’s pretty light until I get the camera on there with the Tamrom 17-50…
Thanks emm, for the inspiration.
Tony
September 20th, 2010 at 1:15 pm
I just received my straight and 2 (L) brackets. How to you remove the accessory screw that attaches the camera to the bracket?
March 27th, 2011 at 3:48 pm
How do I mount it on the tripod? I am going to need a quick release plate?
How can this work with the CowboyStudio Shoulder Support Pad for Video Camcorder Camera DV / DC
http://www.amazon.com/CowboyStudio-Shoulder-Support-Camcorder-Camera/dp/B0036NMQ7