Indifocus ULTRAcompact

You do realize that this is the incorrect way to set up the system. Theres not a suppose to be washers there as it's designed to sink inside of the unit so you can mount a quick release with the other two thread holes.
Keeganxt said:
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I say that because my unit just arrived today as well. I'm happy with the build quality and the price point of the unit. I agree with you that yes paint will chip off but i'm OK with that.

You are right that you really have to crank down the unit, especially the shoulder pad part to make sure it doesnt move. I haven't fully decked it out yet, but I will be keeping it as it fits my needs and price point.
 
Tim Kay said:
You do realize that this is the incorrect way to set up the system. Theres not a suppose to be washers there as it's designed to sink inside of the unit so you can mount a quick release with the other two thread holes.
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The only thing is those aren't washers...that's the metal from the MAXImount bracket that is trapped underneath the screws. Basically they're starting out with flat metal bar that's let's say 1/4" thick for the maximount c-bracket. Then they countersink two holes, that are roughly 3/16". That leaves about 1/16 of metal between the screws and rig.

Take a pic of your maximount, I'd like to see if they're all being shipped out like that.

The unit is very well priced, which is one of the main reasons i bought it. I can certainly live with some scratches too, it's going to happen at some point. And if the bracket didn't break the way it did, I would certainly still have the ultracompact.
 
I Actually Have the UltraCompact from Indisystems

I Actually Have the UltraCompact from Indisystems

IT works really well and is put together nicely.
I got the "Works" from Indisystem. Ultra Compact, Matte box, Follow focus w/whip. Mountable Carry handle, two extra sets of carbon rods.
Its funny That I saw this because Im selling all of my equipment including all listed above. I bougt it about 3 weeks ago but im moving to a different type of media so I dont need it.
If youre interested in pictures or buying mine for even cheaper let me know.
 
If you want to see some footage shot with an ULTRAcompact, you can check out a music video I produced a couple months ago:

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I AGREE


Kegan
 
Haven't field tested it yet ( wanted to on todays shoot, but getting the QR plate on was tricky as I had to have an individual metric Allen wrench to fit this tiny space).

It's a lot of hardware for the money. It's going to scratch on the paint from adjusting it. Well made and gets you attention while shooting. I'll post more once I push it in the field. Luckily I had my Glidecam 2000 and that it one of my favorite purchases - shots are amazing!
 
Tim Kay said:
Haven't field tested it yet ( wanted to on todays shoot, but getting the QR plate on was tricky as I had to have an individual metric Allen wrench to fit this tiny space).

It's a lot of hardware for the money. It's going to scratch on the paint from adjusting it. Well made and gets you attention while shooting. I'll post more once I push it in the field. Luckily I had my Glidecam 2000 and that it one of my favorite purchases - shots are amazing!
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I have a glidecam& it's awesome as well. I think I'm going to save up for a letus adapter? Ugh. I don't know!
 
if you guys have the glidecam, save up for the steadicam merlin vest and arm...that's what I would do.
 
Keeganxt said:
if you guys have the glidecam, save up for the steadicam merlin vest and arm...that's what I would do.
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Glidecam works with merlins vest & arm? What about a redrock rig or letus rig? which would you recommend? I am shooting on T2i & I was wondering if the Red Rock Cinema Rig would be a good buy?
 
I said the same thing. I've had a GC 4000PRO for years. I was digging through cinema5d.com and came across a guy who had made a hybrid using the sled from glidecam and the arm/vest from steadicam. There's a DIY adapter to make the glidecam handle fit on the smaller merlin arm. Just look it up there's a few people on vimeo and c5d that have done it.

As far as know red rock makes good, but high priced stuff. some people only trust the expensive stuff and without having handled it, I can't back it up. I assume you're refering to a rail based rig and not the red rock 35mm adapter...?

I will however have my CPMfilmtools rig THIS afternoon, hopefully I won't miss UPS. Decided to go with them after my ULTRAcompact debacle. I'll post a review after I get it all together.
 
Keeganxt said:
I said the same thing. I've had a GC 4000PRO for years. I was digging through cinema5d.com and came across a guy who had made a hybrid using the sled from glidecam and the arm/vest from steadicam. There's a DIY adapter to make the glidecam handle fit on the smaller merlin arm. Just look it up there's a few people on vimeo and c5d that have done it.

As far as know red rock makes good, but high priced stuff. some people only trust the expensive stuff and without having handled it, I can't back it up. I assume you're refering to a rail based rig and not the red rock 35mm adapter...?

I will however have my CPMfilmtools rig THIS afternoon, hopefully I won't miss UPS. Decided to go with them after my ULTRAcompact debacle. I'll post a review after I get it all together.
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cool thanks! I was looking at http://letusdslr.com/talon-k5/ this but then saw the RedRock Cinema Bundle. I am going to order the LCDVF so I am thinking the letus isnt worth it... although I am interested in letus for my HVX200a but really I am trying to get a rig for my Canon T2i so I was leaning towards RedRock to find the best rig for my Canon T2i.
 
have you looked at CPM film tools, there stuff looks to be the best stuff between price points. might save you some money, but it depends on what you need.
 
Hey Brandon,
you're looking the BMW/Mercedes stuff with the RedRox's and Letus ( i haven't heard that name since 35mm adapters).
For redrocks, you're looking at something like $1500 + to get a complete set up. If you have that type of cash, awesome.

I was this close to going with CPM. I can tell you that Steve at CPM answered my call on the first time ( try calling Indiesystems, you'll see what a treat this is) and the products look good too. For a rig , the only tool i'd want is the sidewinder and it's out of my price range, thats why I went the Ultracompact route.
 
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