Mattebox that connects to lens, to allow zooming?

Faymus Media

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So i purchased this mattebox with my kit for my canon 7d:

http://www.thecinecity.com/eshop/product.php?productid=61&cat=26&page=1

It is a great matte box, however if i want to zoom in and out with video its a pain, i have to move the mattebox forward on the rails and then adjust the lens. I currently have a lens filter ND filter that rotates and adjusts, so i was able to NOT use a rubber donut on the end and just zoom through the box.

However, if i buy 4x4 ND filters that will eliminate that possibility. is there a mattebox that i can buy that screws on the end of the lens hood? I found this, i am not sure if i read it correctly if that is what it does, like the mattebox can snap or screw on with an adapter and i would be able to zoom in and out because the mattebox would have no rail lock and move with the lens.

Here is the on i think might do that:


105mm PROAIM MB-700 Jumbo Matte Box with Side & French Flags for 5d markII dv hdv Beta Cameras



If you guys know of any others let me know.

thanks
 
I bought a lens mount mattebox some time ago (can't remember the brand) but can't zoom smoothly anyway - think about the weight on the end of the lens, unless it's feather light you'll end up with a jerky zoom and may well damage the lens over time. Rails aren't just a place to put the mattebox - they support the weight.
 
I bought a lens mount mattebox some time ago (can't remember the brand) but can't zoom smoothly anyway - think about the weight on the end of the lens, unless it's feather light you'll end up with a jerky zoom and may well damage the lens over time. Rails aren't just a place to put the mattebox - they support the weight.
So pretty much with matte box there is no zooming while recording?
 
not that I've tried - a terrible shuddering effect!

I do remember seeing a DIY adaption for a mattebox to make it into a swing away - youtube I think
 
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