Stopped by the Shape booth over at #NAB2013 to check out some of their new products. Kirk Neff shows off a very compact rig designed for DSLR video with a half cage, top handle, two front handles, and adjustable shoulder stock (chest pad).
Shape was also introducing a basic top handle for the BMCC along with a new rail mounted friction based EVF bracket that can be adjusted very quickly to position your EVF Loupe (many will prefer this over friction arms). For more information on Shape products check out the website at http://shapewlb.com.
Shape BlackMagic Design Cinema Camera Cage + Shoulder Mount
Sightworkz
I like to use an 11" friction arm for a quick top handle. People ask me what it is all the time and are surprised they never thought to use it like that, lol.
Stephen
I like that specialized articulating arm he uses for the EVF. Any idea where I can get that as a standalone piece else where? Doesn't seem like they sell those individually.
Emm
Post author@Tom @Marcel - Pricey, but Shape also makes simple top handles
Marcel
You're right Tom. I wonder if you can mod the Genustech tophandle for C300/C500 to fit on a DSLR. http://shop.genustech.tv/collections/canon-c100-c300-c500-accessories/products/c300-handle
Tom
Why has no one made a contoured top handle for DSLRs...
I want something like that.