DIY micro35 kit (New Footage!)

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super8 - the micro35 would not come with matte box or follow focus. If you look at the pics on micro35.com there is one or two pics that show just the micro35 adapter. I can't speark for Redrock, but he suggested he would consider building a follow focus as a... uh.. .follow-on project ;)
 
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Maybe we should start an R & D Fund via paypal for the new *Redrock Follow Focus System*. I'm sure it would be a smash hit for around 500 dollars. Hell less than 1000 even!! Seriously...let's take up a collection!! ~reservoir~
 
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hey - if someone tells me the specs and rough delivery timeframe, I'll place a pre-order!
 
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Your post made me just go look some stuff up on the net regarding making a Follow Focus. I'm discovering that it's painfully simple (after thinking about ways to construct the mechanism)... I'm going to try some experiments when I have some spare time.
 
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Oh, I'm not even remotely planning on selling that sort of thing! Don't get me wrong! I was just surprised at how easy the project really is once I sat down and started looking at parts etc. Honestly though, the mechanism really isn't all that complex. Just a couple of gears, a motor and a controller board (which can either be purchased or made by hand).

It's amazing that they can get away with charging so much for these simple little things!
 
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bvalente,

the reason i haven't bought a 50mm lens is that i haven't found one! that may sound weird but it's true. there have been some Nikons floating around but the Canon deal i got was too cheap (and good) to refuse.

i definitely want a fast 50mm as it'll be the main lens of use.

...i could always do an international order ::)


p.s if it sounds like i got no clue on these matters then it's probably true. i rely on you guys for info.
 
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shwaw - tell me what you found out about follow focus - I'd love to hear some details on how it works. Also, perhaps someone can lay out a primer on lens mounts. I haven't the foggiest (other than PL= cinema lenses) what they all are or what are the implications of going with x or y type of mount.
 
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Redrock,

Can you give us a timeline for - even if you have to error on the side of delay:

Parts + Guide

Guide + Fancy Sticker and Free GG ;)

Fully Assembled Kits

Cheers,

e
 
Micro35 Update:

After talking with several printing shops out there (including kinko's), this wait has been totally obsurd. (It didn't take another print shop to tell me that by the way..) I'm pulling the guides from my "friend's" place and I'm sending them over to the place that prints our manuals from my day job. I'm being guaranteed three days. The stickers and new GGs should roll in about that time too.

I've got 25 beta sets of rods (w/base) being produced from my outsource company. This should allow me to test the production line and also fill some orders I've got on hold.

I've got a XL2 & Z1U coming in to get fitted for micro35s. That should add two more "micro35 certified" cameras.

I'll keep you posted!
 
Sounds like things are coming along. I'm losing sleep over the [hopeful] ability to use DOF on my upcoming feature. Any idea if the kits might be available by May, or might it take awhile longer?

Patiently [sorta] waiting ...

Redrock, you are the man

dvx + G5 + redrock35 = oh mama
 
The project is moving along quite well I think you all well be seeing someting soon, and trust me your going to like it

(r)yan
 
Manuals should be coming out withing the next week or so if I am not mistaken. The guides are very detailed and whoudl be very helpful to all of you all. I don't think there is anyway you will be disappointed.

(r)yan
 
I need a sticker......

I need a sticker......

just finished this whole thread............ Damn!

and $50 lighter.

Do you get a member upgrade too?


cj
 
I have a question.

Despite of all my thrill with the project, and my high expectations, I have to ask. If, I buy a Micro35 with, say a nikon mount, and want to do a project with rental lenses, so I get a Zeiss prime kit, do I have to have a different adaptor, or I can just swich the lens mount? I remember working in a production company that had an Arri III and it had differend mount plates, both for Nikon and Zeiss, so the cinematographer could use whatever kit he wanted.
 
Micro35 Guide Ship Date?

Micro35 Guide Ship Date?

UM... ANY IDEA OF WHEN THE GUIDES WILL BE SHIPPING? I HEARD SOMETHING ABOUT SWITCHING PRINTERS, BUT NOTHING AFTER THAT... sorry, just can't wait ...

thanks.
 
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