Michael Solomon
Well-known member
Hey everyone,
About to make the jump to a Sony FS100 from a 5DII. Super excited. I want to update my rig to accommodate the new camera. I need some help though, there's so many options out there, I just need some recommendations on different brands to check out. I'm starting off what was originally a gini rig. Looking for:
1) Top handle that mounts to 15mm rods (possibly a cage configuration?)
2) Nikon to FS100 adapter (using the samyang/rokinon nikon mount lenses) would prefer to stay under $150 but will sacrifice if needed
3) Matte box (with flag and 4x4 filter holder) - $500 budget, someone recommended the proaim mb-600
4) Baseplate that mounts to 15mm rails and supports the FS100- $200 budget
5) External Power that I can run to the camera and/or recorder once I save up for one
The more important things I would say are the top handle, adapter, and matte box, with the baseplate close behind and the external power a luxury item.
Preferably looking for brands that are available on Amazon since I have a $500 gift card there, but won't restrict myself. Willing to branch out to reputable eBay/foreign sellers with a good track record.
Tried doing some research but there's just such an insurmountable array of options. Would love to get some help in focusing that list down to a manageable array.
Thank you so much in advance =)
About to make the jump to a Sony FS100 from a 5DII. Super excited. I want to update my rig to accommodate the new camera. I need some help though, there's so many options out there, I just need some recommendations on different brands to check out. I'm starting off what was originally a gini rig. Looking for:
1) Top handle that mounts to 15mm rods (possibly a cage configuration?)
2) Nikon to FS100 adapter (using the samyang/rokinon nikon mount lenses) would prefer to stay under $150 but will sacrifice if needed
3) Matte box (with flag and 4x4 filter holder) - $500 budget, someone recommended the proaim mb-600
4) Baseplate that mounts to 15mm rails and supports the FS100- $200 budget
5) External Power that I can run to the camera and/or recorder once I save up for one
The more important things I would say are the top handle, adapter, and matte box, with the baseplate close behind and the external power a luxury item.
Preferably looking for brands that are available on Amazon since I have a $500 gift card there, but won't restrict myself. Willing to branch out to reputable eBay/foreign sellers with a good track record.
Tried doing some research but there's just such an insurmountable array of options. Would love to get some help in focusing that list down to a manageable array.
Thank you so much in advance =)
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